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20 Dollar Gold Coins

Corum 20 Dollar Gold Coin Manual Watch
Corum 20 Dollar Gold Coin Manual Watch

Corum 20 Dollar Gold Coin Manual Watch

By Corum Watch Company

Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL

Corum American $20 Gold Coin Watch with a leather strap is a striking blend of horological craftsmanship and numismatic heritage. This luxurious timepiece features a genuine U.S. $20...

Category

20th Century European Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold

1924 Lady Liberty USA 20 Dollar Coin Bezel in 14K Yellow Gold Pendant
1924 Lady Liberty USA 20 Dollar Coin Bezel in 14K Yellow Gold Pendant

1924 Lady Liberty USA 20 Dollar Coin Bezel in 14K Yellow Gold Pendant

Located in Miami, FL

Authentic 1924 Lady Liberty 20 dollar gold coin mounted in 14K yellow gold bezel setting creating wearable pendant measuring 48mm diameter.

Category

Vintage 1920s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

20 Dollar Lady Liberty 24k Gold Coin Alaskan Bolo Tie with Gold Nugget Tips
20 Dollar Lady Liberty 24k Gold Coin Alaskan Bolo Tie with Gold Nugget Tips

20 Dollar Lady Liberty 24k Gold Coin Alaskan Bolo Tie with Gold Nugget Tips

Located in Miami, FL

This unique 14K Coin Bolo Tie showcases an authentic 1899 $20 Liberty Gold Double Eagle MS-63 coin. The 14K gold bolo tie features a black braided cord with gold tips and a sturdy cl...

Category

Antique 1890s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Piaget 20 Dollar Gold Coin Wristwatch 900B 1972
Piaget 20 Dollar Gold Coin Wristwatch 900B 1972

Piaget 20 Dollar Gold Coin Wristwatch 900B 1972

By Piaget

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A Rare Vintage Piaget 900B Coin Wristwatch Dated July 1972 Dial: This distinguished timepiece features a champagne dial with refined line hour markers, embodying Piaget’s timeless ...

Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Eska yellow gold Vintage 20 Dollar Coin manual Wristwatch
Eska yellow gold Vintage 20 Dollar Coin manual Wristwatch

Eska yellow gold Vintage 20 Dollar Coin manual Wristwatch

By Eska 3

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A Gold 20 Dollar Coin Gents Wristwatch, the gold 20 dollar outer case - the front of the coin is engraved with the Liberty Head and the date "1907", silver dial with hour m...

Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Favre-Leuba 20 Dollar Coin Watch Yellow Gold
Vintage Favre-Leuba 20 Dollar Coin Watch Yellow Gold

Vintage Favre-Leuba 20 Dollar Coin Watch Yellow Gold

By Favre-Leube

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A 34mm vintage coin wristwatch crafted in yellow gold by Favre-Leuba. Featuring a design of Lady Liberty and '1895' engraved on the front case as well as 'Twenty Dollars' engraved on...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

1911 20 Dollar Coin Pendant w/ Unique Chain & 14k Gold Emerald Sapphire Frame
1911 20 Dollar Coin Pendant w/ Unique Chain & 14k Gold Emerald Sapphire Frame

1911 20 Dollar Coin Pendant w/ Unique Chain & 14k Gold Emerald Sapphire Frame

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1911 20 Dollar Coin Pendant w/ Unique Chain & 14k Gold Emerald Sapphire Frame

Located in Montclair, NJ

This large and impressive pendant necklace was crafted from solid 14k yellow gold and features a 1911 twenty dollar coin piece neatly bezel set at the center. The coin is surrounded ...

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Late 20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mauboussin 18k Gold Hidden Pocket Watch in Double Eagle 20 Dollar Liberty Coin
Mauboussin 18k Gold Hidden Pocket Watch in Double Eagle 20 Dollar Liberty Coin

Mauboussin 18k Gold Hidden Pocket Watch in Double Eagle 20 Dollar Liberty Coin

By Mauboussin

Located in Montclair, NJ

This amazing and very well made hidden pocket watch features a solid 18k yellow gold 1904 Liberty coin case crafted in France by Mauboussin in collaboration with Trabert & Hoeffer. T...

Category

Vintage 1950s French Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1908 $20 Dollar St Gaudens US Coin Bangle Bracelet 14k Yellow Gold Eagle 6.75”
1908 $20 Dollar St Gaudens US Coin Bangle Bracelet 14k Yellow Gold Eagle 6.75”

1908 $20 Dollar St Gaudens US Coin Bangle Bracelet 14k Yellow Gold Eagle 6.75”

Located in McLeansville, NC

Inscription: Liberty 1908 United States of America 20 Dollars Metal: 14k Yellow Gold, 900 Yellow Gold Coin Weight: 60 Grams Stamps: 14k Style: Large Coin Bezel Bangle Closure: Hinge...

Category

2010s Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

Corum 20 Twenty Dollars Coin 18k Yellow Gold Dial Quartz Men Watch 1904
Corum 20 Twenty Dollars Coin 18k Yellow Gold Dial Quartz Men Watch 1904

Corum 20 Twenty Dollars Coin 18k Yellow Gold Dial Quartz Men Watch 1904

By Corum

Located in New York, NY

The watch is in good condition. The watch can have minor blemishes During handling and Shipping. Fully 18K Yellow gold watch. The original box and papers are not included. * Free S...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Corum Double Eagle Gold Coin Watch
Corum Double Eagle Gold Coin Watch

Corum Double Eagle Gold Coin Watch

By Corum

Located in New Orleans, LA

Regal and sophisticated, this gold coin watch by the renowned Swiss watchmaking firm of Corum incorporates a stately 1888 American 20-dollar "Double Eagle" gold coin.

Category

20th Century Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Corum Gold 1904 20 Dollar Coin Watch Pendant
Corum Gold 1904 20 Dollar Coin Watch Pendant

Corum Gold 1904 20 Dollar Coin Watch Pendant

By Corum

Located in New York, NY

18k yellow gold pendant with Corum watch, set with a 1904 20 Dollar US coin.Pendant is 34mm in diameter.

Category

20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold

Audemars Piguet 18 Karat Yellow Gold Coin Watch 1904 Twenty Dollars 20$
Audemars Piguet 18 Karat Yellow Gold Coin Watch 1904 Twenty Dollars 20$

Audemars Piguet 18 Karat Yellow Gold Coin Watch 1904 Twenty Dollars 20$

By Audemars Piguet

Located in Berlin, DE

AUDEMARS PIGUET 18K YELLOW GOLD COIN WATCH. TWENTY DOLLARS. Good condition. Watch can be raised and works.

Category

20th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Corum $20 U.S. 1877 Gold Coin Classic Quartz Wristwatch
Corum $20 U.S. 1877 Gold Coin Classic Quartz Wristwatch

Corum $20 U.S. 1877 Gold Coin Classic Quartz Wristwatch

Located in Chicago, IL

Corum $20 Dollar U.S. Gold Coin Wrist Watch, made form two 1877 Liberty $20 Gold pieces set in a 35 M.M. 18K Yellow Gold case with Coin edge and a Diamond set Crown.

Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, 22k Gold

Men's Vintage US Gold Coin Wristwatch
Men's Vintage US Gold Coin Wristwatch

Men's Vintage US Gold Coin Wristwatch

Located in Stamford, CT

The case is a US $20 dollar 1898 gold coin that opens via a side button which opens the front and reveals the Eska watch.

Category

Mid-20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Corum $20 Coin "$20 Dollars Double Eagle Coin" 35mm
Corum $20 Coin "$20 Dollars Double Eagle Coin" 35mm

Corum $20 Coin "$20 Dollars Double Eagle Coin" 35mm

By Corum

Located in Surfside, FL

Corum $20 Gold Coin watch Double Eagle (1907) in 18k yellow gold on 18k yellow gold mesh band . Automatic movement. Diamond crown. 35 mm case size. Fits 7.75 inches. With box. Ref 33...

Category

20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Corum $20 Coin "$20 Dollars Double Eagle Coin" 35mm
Corum $20 Coin "$20 Dollars Double Eagle Coin" 35mm

Corum $20 Coin "$20 Dollars Double Eagle Coin" 35mm

By Corum

Located in Surfside, FL

Corum $20 Gold Coin watch Double Eagle (1907) in 18k yellow gold on 18k yellow gold mesh band . Automatic movement. Diamond crown. 35 mm case size. Fits 7.75 inches. With box. Ref 33...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Corum Coin 20 Dollars Double Eagle Yellow Gold Mens Watch 1907
Corum Coin 20 Dollars Double Eagle Yellow Gold Mens Watch 1907

Corum Coin 20 Dollars Double Eagle Yellow Gold Mens Watch 1907

By Corum

Located in Atlanta, GA

Corum Coin 20 Dollars Double Eagle Yellow Gold Mens Watch 1907.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Corum Yellow Gold U.S. 20 Dollar 1900 Liberty Coin Quartz Wristwatch In Stock
Corum Yellow Gold U.S. 20 Dollar 1900 Liberty Coin Quartz Wristwatch In Stock

Corum Yellow Gold U.S. 20 Dollar 1900 Liberty Coin Quartz Wristwatch In Stock

By Corum

Located in Dallas, TX

As New Corum Gold Piece Mens Quartz Wristwatch. U. S. Twenty Dollar 1900 Liberty Coin with Diamond cabachon setting crown (35mm dia.). Dark brown alligator strap. Certified Pre Owned...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond

Liberty 1 oz 18K & 22K Gold American Eagle Coin Pendant 20 Dollars
Liberty 1 oz 18K & 22K Gold American Eagle Coin Pendant 20 Dollars

Liberty 1 oz 18K & 22K Gold American Eagle Coin Pendant 20 Dollars

Located in Geneva, CH

Unveil the Grandeur of Liberty - A Collector's Dream Pendant This majestic pendant features a 1 oz Liberty gold coin, a treasure of American numismatics, now transformed into a stun...

Category

Vintage 1960s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, 22k Gold

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Piaget 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch, 6.5"
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Piaget 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch, 6.5"

By Piaget

Located in Philadelphia, PA

This elegant Piaget watch features a classic oval case and a woven 18 karat yellow gold bracelet, showcasing a timeless design with a minimalist dial and Roman numeral markers. Watc...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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By Diamond Scene New York

Located in New York, NY

A MASTERPIECE! 46.75 carats of white pear, marquise and round brilliant cut diamonds set in 18k white gold. The piece can be worn as a necklace and easily converted into a tiara...

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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

1.55 Carat Colombian Emerald & Diamond Three-stone Ring in Platinum 900
1.55 Carat Colombian Emerald & Diamond Three-stone Ring in Platinum 900

1.55 Carat Colombian Emerald & Diamond Three-stone Ring in Platinum 900

Located in Bangkok, TH

Introducing the epitome of luxury and sophistication, behold the breathtaking three-stone, Emerald and Diamond Ring, a true marvel in the world of fine jewelry. Crafted with precisio...

Category

Antique 18th Century Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Cartier Santos Large Customized Watch
Cartier Santos Large Customized Watch

Cartier Santos Large Customized Watch

By Cartier

Located in New Delhi, Delhi

Original Cartier WSSA0018 Men's Santos Large Size With Date Customized F/VS1 24.90 Cts Diamonds. Complete with box and paper . Note: Diamonds are aftermarket.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Hermes Kelly 20 Mini Sellier Rose Scheherazade Alligator Bag Palladium Hardware
Hermes Kelly 20 Mini Sellier Rose Scheherazade Alligator Bag Palladium Hardware

Hermes Kelly 20 Mini Sellier Rose Scheherazade Alligator Bag Palladium Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers a Limited Edition Hermes Kelly 20 Sellier bag featured in stunning Rose Scheherazade alligator. Accentuated with crisp with palladium hardware. Timeless and highly ...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Structured Shoulder Bags

1960s 14 Karat Yellow Gold Wide Link Bracelet with Rope Edge
1960s 14 Karat Yellow Gold Wide Link Bracelet with Rope Edge

1960s 14 Karat Yellow Gold Wide Link Bracelet with Rope Edge

Located in Boston, MA

Vintage 1960s 14 Karat Yellow Gold Wide Link Bracelet with Rope Edge - The bracelet measure 7.15 inches long and 3/4 inch wide and features a hidden clasp with a figure 8 safety. The...

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Retro Charm Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s 14 Karat Yellow Gold Woven Wheat Link with Rope Edge Wide Charm Bracelet
1960s 14 Karat Yellow Gold Woven Wheat Link with Rope Edge Wide Charm Bracelet

1960s 14 Karat Yellow Gold Woven Wheat Link with Rope Edge Wide Charm Bracelet

Located in Boston, MA

Vintage 1960s 14KY Gold Woven Wheat Link with Rope Edge Wide Charm Bracelet - The bracelet measure 7.15 inches long and 1 inch wide and features a hidden clasp with a figure 8 safety...

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Retro Charm Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bracelet Vintage 1960s in 18 Carat Yellow Gold Wavy Mesh
Bracelet Vintage 1960s in 18 Carat Yellow Gold Wavy Mesh

Bracelet Vintage 1960s in 18 Carat Yellow Gold Wavy Mesh

Located in Paris, FR

Articulated Domed Tank bracelet in 18K (750°/°°) yellow gold, Wavy Mesh Tank Bracelet from the 1960s Length: 19.5 cm Width: 3 cm Security : Safety Eight Owl Hallmark for 18 carat y...

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Vintage 1960s French Retro Cuff Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

An Important 18 Carat Gold Diamond and Enamel Souvenir Bracelet
An Important 18 Carat Gold Diamond and Enamel Souvenir Bracelet

An Important 18 Carat Gold Diamond and Enamel Souvenir Bracelet

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Sentimental jewellery and jewels with messages, such as 'Forget Me Not', 'Spes' or 'Souvenir', were hugely popular during the Victoria era. These mottos would recall a Grand Tour or ...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

French 20th Century Bright and Amati 18 Karat Yellow Gold Curb Bracelet
French 20th Century Bright and Amati 18 Karat Yellow Gold Curb Bracelet

French 20th Century Bright and Amati 18 Karat Yellow Gold Curb Bracelet

Located in Poitiers, FR

Bracelet in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head and rhinoceros head hallmarks. Curved, this beautiful bracelet has a curb chain whose center is smooth gold and the edges in amati gold. ...

Category

Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Centure 1970s Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wrist watch
Cartier Centure 1970s Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wrist watch

Cartier Centure 1970s Yellow Gold Manual Wind Wrist watch

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1970s Cartier Paris Centure Collection Wrist Watch, 18k Yellow Gold 27 X 27 M.M. 2 Piece stepped case. 17 jewel mechanical, manual wind movement. White Dial with Black Roman nu...

Category

Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1960's 18k Yellow Gold Extra Wide Cleopatra Bracelet
Vintage 1960's 18k Yellow Gold Extra Wide Cleopatra Bracelet

Vintage 1960's 18k Yellow Gold Extra Wide Cleopatra Bracelet

Located in Boston, MA

An exquisite piece from the glamorous 1960s, this Cleopatra bracelet exudes timeless elegance and opulence. Crafted from luxurious 18k yellow gold, the bracelet boasts an impressive ...

Category

Vintage 1960s Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Everose rainbow aftermarket, with box and papers 2018
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Everose rainbow aftermarket, with box and papers 2018

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Everose rainbow aftermarket, with box and papers 2018

By Rolex

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Everose rainbow aftermarket, with box and papers 2018 Model, Daytona 116505 ; Serial/Year. Current ; Case Diameter, 40mm ; Dial. Custom Diamond Dial Fixed be...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

GIA Certified 3ct Round-Cut Diamond Solitaire Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 3ct Round-Cut Diamond Solitaire Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 3ct Round-Cut Diamond Solitaire Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold

By VimleshBadaya

Located in Jaipur, RJ

Commanding in presence and refined in detail, The Imperial Light solitaire signet ring is a masterclass in contemporary opulence. At its heart gleams a breathtaking 3-carat natural r...

Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Engraved Floral Solid Gold Wide Bangle Bracelet, 14K Gold 35 Grams
Engraved Floral Solid Gold Wide Bangle Bracelet, 14K Gold 35 Grams

Engraved Floral Solid Gold Wide Bangle Bracelet, 14K Gold 35 Grams

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

A stunning statement bracelet, this wide bangle is solid gold and features hand engraved floral motifs around the entirety of the bracelet. No space is left unadorned in this delight...

Category

20th Century Dutch Bangles

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hermès Birkin 30 Himalaya Crocodile Niloticus Palladium Hardware
Hermès Birkin 30 Himalaya Crocodile Niloticus Palladium Hardware

Hermès Birkin 30 Himalaya Crocodile Niloticus Palladium Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Berlin, DE

Hermès Birkin 30 Himalaya in crocodile niloticus leather with palladium hardware. The bag is unworn and comes as full set including the receipt and Cites. Stamp Y (2020)

Category

2010s French Top Handle Bags

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20 Dollar Gold Coins For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of 20 dollar gold coins for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from gold, 14k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Find a collection of 14 vintage versions or 1 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 20th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of 20 dollar gold coins to choose from, but contemporary 20 dollar gold coins are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Corum and Mauboussin are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of diamond versions from the 1 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. There are many round cut 20 dollar gold coins for sale. Most of our 20 dollar gold coins for sale are for women, but there are 8 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are 20 Dollar Gold Coins?

On average, 20 dollar gold coins at 1stDibs sell for $4,000, while they’re typically $880 on the low end and $17,190 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.

Finding the Right Watches for You

Records show that, in Europe, by the 16th century, it was high time for portable clock devices. Right now, perhaps you’re shopping for your own. If so, find a vast range of fashionable and functional antique, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs.

While wall-mounted time tellers and grandfather clocks were much more convenient than the sundials of ancient history, watches were becoming crucial for an increasingly connected society whose members learned that the latest advancements in technology meant they could carry devices that kept time to within a minute a day. Tragically, the first pocket watches — albeit an improvement on the accessories that preceded them, which dangled from a chain worn around the neck — didn’t help much as far as accuracy or portability. Focused on style over substance, the upper class frequently carried lavish pieces that ran hours behind. 

Eventually, watches migrated from owners’ pockets to their wrists. In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Indeed, although exceedingly practical, the watches of today are far from bland. Bulgari’s iconic Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional watches. You’ll always know what time it is because you won’t be able to tear your eyes away from your new accessory. 

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist

When shopping for a watch, it’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors. 

Find exactly what you’re looking for in an unparalleled collection of antique, vintage and luxury watches on 1stDibs that includes Cartier watches, Rolex watches, Patek Philippe watches and more — we promise it will be worth your time.