Sold|$4,500
Boulder Opal Ring, Circa 1940s
Located in Northampton, MA
the 1940s from coppery 14K gold has mounted this 20.5mm by 13.8mm boulder opal in a setting that is
Opal, 14k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Retro 1940's Garnet 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Heart Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
approximately 3.00 carats total Transparent deep red in color With high polish finish Stamped for 14 karat gold
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$1,650
1940s 14kt Gold Rolex Orchid Watch
By Rolex
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gorgeous Rolex Orchid ladies watch crafted of 14kt Gold. Features a white dial and gold number markers and a manual wind. Stamped on the back with the Rolex logo. Weighs 15.11 grams...
14k Gold
1940s American 8 Carat Acquamarine and 14k Gold Ring with Rubies and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
of the shoulders that looks like a cascading banner. The jewels are set in 14k yellow gold. This is a
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Sold|$12,000
1940s Tiffany & Co. Yellow Gold Retro Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Articulated and stylish bracelet created by Tiffany & Co. in the 1940s. Alternating contrast links
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Persian Turquoise Pearl Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1940s retro bracelet featuring 37 Persian turqoise stones and 6 pearls prong-set intro 14k
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Diamond Ring 1.20 Carat of Emerald Cuts
Located in Wailea, HI
1940's Diamond Ring 1.20 Carats of Emerald Cuts This is a Delightful Non-Gender Conforming Ring
Diamond, 14k Gold
Sold|$1,000
1940s 14 Karat Yellow Gold Tie Bar
Located in Hicksville, NY
1940s Tie Bar, Tie Pin - 14 Karat Yellow Gold Features: Made in Chicago 14 Karat Yellow Gold
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$7,295
1940s Cartier Enamel Gem Set Gold Compact
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Cartier Compact, 14K Yellow Gold measuring 2 3/8 inch in diameter and 1/2 inch deep
Carnelian, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
1940s Vintage 11.10 Carat Aquamarine and 14k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 11.10 carat aquamarine and 14 karat yellow gold pendant; part of our diverse
Aquamarine, Yellow Gold
1940s Retro 47carat Aquamarine Floral-Motif Gold Pendant
Located in Birmingham, AL
This 1940s Retro pendant features an emerald cut aquamarine, which measures 23 x 19mm and weighs
Aquamarine, 14k Gold
1940s Diamond and Emerald Filigree Shield Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
14 Karat White Gold Filigree Shield Ring Full of Intense and Delicate Filigree Scroll Design
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold
1940s Amethyst Diamond Gold Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
A drop dead gorgeous ring! This piece embodies the 1940s due to the larger-than-life gemstones and
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Sold|$1,600
1940s Vintage Gold Bulova Tank Watch
By Bulova
Located in Wallkill, NY
Vintage Bulova Tank Watch Bulova case has an elegant curve with wave like frame. 14K gold
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Bubbleback Self Winding Wristwatch, circa 1940s
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Rolex "BubbleBack" Wrist watch, 39 X 32 M.M. 14K yellow Gold 2 Piece Case
14k Gold
Sold|$1,800
1940s Diamond Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
1940s Diamond Ring Features 0.50 carat total of diamonds, all H color, SI1 clarity Center weighs
Diamond, 14k Gold
LeCoultre 1940s Steel and Rose Gold Mechanical Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s LeCoultre Wrist Watch, 32 M.M. Stainless Steel 3 piece case with Flared Lugs, Rose Gold
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
1940s Persian Turquoise Yellow Gold Round Leaf Brooch
Located in New York, NY
turquoise stones in even light blue tones. Circa 1940s. Measurements: 1.53" (39mm) width.
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jade Pendant Certified Untreated, circa 1940s
Located in Northampton, MA
masterfully carved into a gourd with leaves. The bail is red gold (14K) and is also suggestive of leaves. The
Jade, 14k Gold
Vintage 1940s Art Deco LeCoultre Yellow Gold Mechanical Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s LeCoultre Art Deco Wrist Watch, 38 X 20 M.M. 14K Yellow Gold 2 Piece Rectangular case
14k Gold
1940s Diamond Blue Sapphire White Gold Retro Ring
Located in New York, NY
An elegant and timeless large men's ring made in 14k gold and featuring a stunning center diamond
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Omega Rose Gold Square Wristwatch, circa 1940s
By Omega
Located in Stamford, CT
Omega 14k rose gold wristwatch with rose gold braelet. Original red Omega dial, circa 1940. 14k
Rose Gold, 14k Gold
1940s Faceted Natural Red Coral Bead Gold Necklace GIA
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous 1940s necklace features red coral beads and a yellow gold clasp. The clasp is not
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Aquamarine and 14 Karat White Gold Earrings
Located in Hicksville, NY
1940s Retro Aquamarine Clip On Earrings for Non Pierced Ears - 14 Karat White Gold, Aquamarine
Aquamarine, 14k Gold, White Gold
Sold|$3,925
Retro 1940s Diamond Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earrings in 14 karats yellow, rose and white gold. Splendid retro earrings, they
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Arrowhead Brooch Pin, 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Metal Type: 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Hallmarked Weight: 4.5 grams .75 inches height x
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 1940s Art Deco Gold Diamond and Sapphire Compact
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Cartier Compact, 14K Yellow Gold and Having A Strong Art Deco design, measuring 2 3/4 X
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Hamilton White Gold and Diamond Set 1940s Top Hat Wristwatch
By Hamilton
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Hamilton "Top Hat" Model Wrist Watch, 39 X 21 MM 14K White Gold 2 Piece case. 17 Jewel
Diamond, 14k Gold
Amethyst Gemstone Pendant 17 Carat, circa 1940s
Located in Northampton, MA
hand-fabricated from 14K yellow gold. There's a bit of ornate scrollwork at the top and then a simple
Amethyst, 14k Gold
1940s Tiffany & Co. 14 Karat Gold Collar / Tie Clip
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Hicksville, NY
1940s Tiffany and Co. 14 Karat Yellow Gold Collar / Tie Clip The ultimate Gentlemans accessory
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Onyx, Diamond and 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cufflinks
Located in Hicksville, NY
1940s Retro Cufflinks - 14k Yellow Gold, Onyx, Diamond Features 2 Single cut Diamonds, Onyx and
Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Jaeger-LeCoultre 1940s Gents Steel and Rose Gold Wristwatch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Jaeger LeCoultre Wrist Watch, 34 X 25 MM 2 Piece Stainless Steel and Rose Gold Case
14k Gold, Stainless Steel
Sold|$1,850
1940s Ruby Gold Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Retro square gold cufflinks with incised crosshatch design and ruby accents, in 14k.
Ruby, 14k Gold
Sold|$16,000
Vintage 1940s Retro Gold Link Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k yellow gold. Circa 1940s Size 7 inches
14k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Watch Ladies 14 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Face Wristwatch, 1940s
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Wallkill, NY
Lovely 1940's Tiffany and company 14K Gold Watch and band. 17 Jewel adjusted 2 positions. Watch is
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Retro Rose Gold Floral Motif Brooch and Earring Suite
Located in Birmingham, AL
The brooch in this 1940s Retro 14k rose gold earring and brooch suite includes 11 old mine cut and
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold
Sold|$6,950
1940s Gold Charm Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
18k and 14k. One 14k gold "Emergency" charm signed Cartier, #29742.
14k Gold, 18k Gold
Girard Ladies Rose Gold Diamond Wristwatch with Flip Cover, 1940s
Located in Birmingham, AL
This 1940s Girard wrist watch is made in 14k rose gold with a flip down face cover. It holds 27
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold
1940s Articulated Koi Fish Charm Pendant, 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hicksville, NY
1940s Articulated Fish Charm - 14 Karat Yellow Gold Features 8 individual sections and stunning
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro 1940s Ruby and Diamond Ring in Rose Gold and Platinum
Located in Wailea, HI
Retro 1940's Ruby and Diamond Ring in Rose Gold and Platinum One Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds
White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Platinum
Opal Pendant with Chain, Boulder Opal, Circa 1940s
Located in Northampton, MA
This large Retro-era (circa 1940s) boulder opal and 14K yellow and white gold pendant was entirely
Opal, 14k Gold
14 Karat Gold Blue Topaz Ring Solitaire Stone, 1940s
Located in Wallkill, NY
14k Gold Topaz Ring. It would be a lovely engagement ring. Stone is approximately 3.4 Carats. The
Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$665
1940s Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Berkeley, CA
A unique piece! This is a vintage 14K Gold Diamond ring with a center stone at 0.50 carats and 4
Diamond, 14k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Retro 14k Yellow Gold Golf Motif Money / Tie Clip, circa 1940s
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Tiffany & Co. 14k Yellow Gold Golf Motif Money / Tie Clip Retro Circa 1940s Here is your chance to
Yellow Gold
Mauboussin for Trabert & Hoeffer 1940s Retro Gold and Gem Donkey Brooch
By Trabert & Hoeffer Mauboussin
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Mauboussin for Trabert & Hoeffer Very Whimsical and Retro Stylized 14K yellow Gold
Diamond, 14k Gold
1940s Raymond Yard Retro Pair of Gold Brooches
By Raymond C. Yard
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Raymond Yard Estate Retro Pair of Brooches Circa 1940 Like unfurling sails in the breeze, the
14k Gold
1940s Rose and Green Gold Eternity Wedding Band Ring
By Artcarved
Located in South Pasadena, CA
1940s Rose Green Gold Eternity Wedding Band 1940s rose and green gold foliar motif wedding band
14k Gold
1940s Emerald, Sapphire, Citrine, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Dome Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
1940s Retro Gemstone Dome Ring - 14 Karat Yellow Gold, Emeralds, Sapphires, Citrine Features
Citrine, Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Emerald Cut 15 Carat Blue Topaz Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Wallkill, NY
This is exquisite. Large Emerald Cut Blue Topaz Ring flanked by diamonds on either side. Set in 14K
Topaz, 14k Gold
Men's Gold Ring with 7-Carat Natural Zircon, circa 1940s
Located in Northampton, MA
nearly match the diamonds for fire. Zircon is famous for its fire. And this circa 1940s men's ring
Zircon, 14k Gold
Longines 14Kt. Yellow Gold Art Deco Rare Hand Constructed Bracelet Watch, 1940s
By Longines
Located in Long Beach, CA
/ MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Yellow Gold DIMENSIONS: Length 36mm X Width 20mm CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's MOVEMENT
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. 1940s Yellow Gold and Gem Set Ladies Mechanical Wristwatch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Movado for Tiffany & Company Ladies Wrist Watch, 19 X 14 M.M. 14K Yellow Gold 2 Piece
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold
1940s Retro Two Color Gold Geometric Cuff Links
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Retro Two-Tone Gold Geometric Cuff Links Circa 1940 When good quality matters, really
14k Gold, Mixed Metal
1940s 20 Carat Aquamarine and Diamond Ring, 14 Karat Gold
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Details: Metal type: 14 Karat white gold Weight: 13.26 grams Size: 6 (resizable) Aquamarine
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage Retro Citrine Ruby Cocktail Ring 1940s 16 Carat Emerald Cut Gemstone
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This 16.50 carat 1940's era retro citrine and ruby cocktail ring is a beautiful example of mid
Citrine, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Company 1940s Retro Ladies Gold and Gem Set Bracelet Watch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Tiffany & Company Ladies Bracelet Watch, The 14K Yellow Gold watch portion measures 1
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Retro 14 Karat Yellow Gold Nautical Brooch or Pendant, Yacht, Sailboat, 1940s
Located in New York, NY
desired. Signed on back 14K B.A.B.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.