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Vintage gold jewel rhinestone designer earrings
Vintage gold jewel rhinestone designer earrings

Vintage gold jewel rhinestone designer earrings

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone resin with rhinestones • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS

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Vintage 1980s Stud Earrings

Vintage gold jewel resin cabochons designer earrings
Vintage gold jewel resin cabochons designer earrings

Vintage gold jewel resin cabochons designer earrings

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with rhinestones • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS

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Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold

Vintage gold jewel rhinestone pearl designer earrings
Vintage gold jewel rhinestone pearl designer earrings

Vintage gold jewel rhinestone pearl designer earrings

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with rhinestones and faux pearls • vintage designer earrings

Category

Vintage 1980s Stud Earrings

Vintage gold jewel resin stones designer brooch
Vintage gold jewel resin stones designer brooch

Vintage gold jewel resin stones designer brooch

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with resin stones • vintage designer runway brooch MEASUREMENTS

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20th Century Brooches

Vintage gold jewel colorful designer runway brooch
Vintage gold jewel colorful designer runway brooch

Vintage gold jewel colorful designer runway brooch

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with resin stones • vintage designer runway brooch

Category

20th Century Brooches

SV925 Gold Jewel Chess with Sapphire by MOISEIKIN
SV925 Gold Jewel Chess with Sapphire by MOISEIKIN

SV925 Gold Jewel Chess with Sapphire by MOISEIKIN

By MOISEIKIN

Located in Hong Kong, HK

playing chess. Especially MOISEIKIN's exquisite jewel chess has been popular for a number of successful

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Sapphire, Tiger's Eye, Gold Plate, Silver

EMMONS signed gold jewel designer clip on earrings
EMMONS signed gold jewel designer clip on earrings

EMMONS signed gold jewel designer clip on earrings

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed EMMONS • gold tone with lucite • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS

Category

Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold jewel Maltese cross designer runway brooch
Vintage gold jewel Maltese cross designer runway brooch

Vintage gold jewel Maltese cross designer runway brooch

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with faux stones • vintage designer runway brooch MEASUREMENTS

Category

Vintage 1980s Brooches

Vintage gold jewel clip on designer runway earrings
Vintage gold jewel clip on designer runway earrings

Vintage gold jewel clip on designer runway earrings

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold plated with glass canochons • vintage designer runway earrings

Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold jewel faceted glass designer runway brooch
Vintage gold jewel faceted glass designer runway brooch

Vintage gold jewel faceted glass designer runway brooch

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass • vintage designer runway brooch MEASUREMENTS • 2.5

Category

20th Century Unknown Brooches

Vintage gold jewel resin round pierced designer earrings
Vintage gold jewel resin round pierced designer earrings

Vintage gold jewel resin round pierced designer earrings

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with colorful resin stones • vintage designer runway earrings

Category

20th Century Unknown Stud Earrings

Vintage gold jewel glass Maltese cross pierced earrings
Vintage gold jewel glass Maltese cross pierced earrings

Vintage gold jewel glass Maltese cross pierced earrings

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with colorful glass stones • vintage designer runway earrings

Category

20th Century Unknown Clip-on Earrings

NAPIER signed gold jewel etruscan glass clip on earrings
NAPIER signed gold jewel etruscan glass clip on earrings

NAPIER signed gold jewel etruscan glass clip on earrings

By Napier

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed NAPIER • gold tone with glass • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS

Category

Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold jewel mogul designer runway clip on earrings
Vintage gold jewel mogul designer runway clip on earrings

Vintage gold jewel mogul designer runway clip on earrings

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass • vintage designer runway earrings MEASUREMENTS

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Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

Vintage gold jewel red blue green slide charm bracelet
Vintage gold jewel red blue green slide charm bracelet

Vintage gold jewel red blue green slide charm bracelet

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with enamel • vintage designer runway bracelet MEASUREMENTS

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Vintage 1980s Charm Bracelets

Vintage silver gold jewel gripoix designer runway clip on earrings
Vintage silver gold jewel gripoix designer runway clip on earrings

Vintage silver gold jewel gripoix designer runway clip on earrings

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • unsigned • gold and silver tone with glass stones • vintage designer runway earrings

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Late 20th Century European Clip-on Earrings

Vintage MONET gold jewel glass designer runway clip on earrings
Vintage MONET gold jewel glass designer runway clip on earrings

Vintage MONET gold jewel glass designer runway clip on earrings

By Monet

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed MONET • gold tone with glass • vintage designer clip on earrings MEASUREMENTS

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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Eostre South Sea Pearl, Lavender Jadeite and Diamond White Gold Jewels Suite
Eostre South Sea Pearl, Lavender Jadeite and Diamond White Gold Jewels Suite

Eostre South Sea Pearl, Lavender Jadeite and Diamond White Gold Jewels Suite

Located in Melbourne, AU

White South Sea Pearls with Type A Lavender Jadeite and Diamond Jewellery Suite in 18K White Gold

Category

2010s Australian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Jade, 18k Gold

1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Aztec Brooch Pendant
1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Aztec Brooch Pendant

1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Aztec Brooch Pendant

Located in Poitiers, FR

Brooch - Pendant in 18 karat yellow gold. Imposing retro transformable jewel, it presents a round

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Vintage 1960s Mexican Retro Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hamsa Diamond White Gold Pendant
Hamsa Diamond White Gold Pendant

Hamsa Diamond White Gold Pendant

By Be Jolie

Located in New York, NY

Diamonds E VS. Mounted in 14K white gold. Jewel Details: 14 K White Gold Hamasa Total Weight: 3.75

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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

22k Gold RIMA JEWELS Small Hoops
22k Gold RIMA JEWELS Small Hoops

22k Gold RIMA JEWELS Small Hoops

By RIMA JEWELS

Located in New York, NY

The perfect tiny hoops for gold and jewelry lovers who just want something sporty and everyday

Category

2010s American Stud Earrings

Materials

22k Gold

Meghna Jewels Tourmaline Ruby Diamond 18K Gold Ring
Meghna Jewels Tourmaline Ruby Diamond 18K Gold Ring

Meghna Jewels Tourmaline Ruby Diamond 18K Gold Ring

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

Stunning 4.17 Carat Green Tourmaline Cushion Cut Ring in 18K Gold – A Masterpiece of Elegance and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Meghna Jewels Emerald Diamond 18K Gold Illusion Ring
Meghna Jewels Emerald Diamond 18K Gold Illusion Ring

Meghna Jewels Emerald Diamond 18K Gold Illusion Ring

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

This exquisite ring is crafted from 18-karat gold and intricately set with a 2.33-carat emerald and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Meghna Jewels Kaleidoscope Diamond 18K Gold Statement Ring
Meghna Jewels Kaleidoscope Diamond 18K Gold Statement Ring

Meghna Jewels Kaleidoscope Diamond 18K Gold Statement Ring

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

This stunning ring has been crafted from 18-karat gold. It is handset with 2.89 carat multi

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Meghna Jewels Emerald Cut Diamond 18K Gold Ring
Meghna Jewels Emerald Cut Diamond 18K Gold Ring

Meghna Jewels Emerald Cut Diamond 18K Gold Ring

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

This stunning ring has been crafted from 18-karat gold. It is hand set with .88 carat emerald and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Meghna Jewels Emerald 14 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
Meghna Jewels Emerald 14 Karat Gold Stud Earrings

Meghna Jewels Emerald 14 Karat Gold Stud Earrings

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

Cast from 14-karat gold. These beautiful stud earrings are handset with 1.0 carats emerald FOLLOW

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold

Meghna Jewels Emerald Diamond 18K Gold Pendant Necklace
Meghna Jewels Emerald Diamond 18K Gold Pendant Necklace

Meghna Jewels Emerald Diamond 18K Gold Pendant Necklace

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

This pendant necklace has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold and set in 1.88 carats

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Meghna Jewels Emerald Diamond 18K Gold Hoop Earrings
Meghna Jewels Emerald Diamond 18K Gold Hoop Earrings

Meghna Jewels Emerald Diamond 18K Gold Hoop Earrings

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

Cast in 18-karat gold, these beautiful earrings are hand set with 3.23 carats of emerald and 1.33

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Meghna Jewels Aquamarine 18K Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace
Meghna Jewels Aquamarine 18K Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace

Meghna Jewels Aquamarine 18K Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

This pendant has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold and set in 3.84 carats aquamarine

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold

Meghna Jewels 14 Karat Gold Diamond Fringe Earrings
Meghna Jewels 14 Karat Gold Diamond Fringe Earrings

Meghna Jewels 14 Karat Gold Diamond Fringe Earrings

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

These earrings are hand-cast from 14-karat gold and inlaid with 5.14 carats of diamonds on delicate

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Meghna Jewels 14 Karat Gold Tourmaline Diamond Earrings
Meghna Jewels 14 Karat Gold Tourmaline Diamond Earrings

Meghna Jewels 14 Karat Gold Tourmaline Diamond Earrings

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

These beautiful earrings are handcrafted in 14-karat gold. It is set with 6.8 carats topaz, 2.05

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold

Meghna Jewels Diamond 14 Karat Gold Heart Ring
Meghna Jewels Diamond 14 Karat Gold Heart Ring

Meghna Jewels Diamond 14 Karat Gold Heart Ring

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

This ring has been meticulously crafted from 14-karat gold. It is hand set in .53 carats of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Meghna Jewels Happy Hearts Diamond 18K Gold Tennis Necklace
Meghna Jewels Happy Hearts Diamond 18K Gold Tennis Necklace

Meghna Jewels Happy Hearts Diamond 18K Gold Tennis Necklace

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

This pendant necklace has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold and set in .60 carats of

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

RIMA Jewels 18K White Gold Diamond Star Drops
RIMA Jewels 18K White Gold Diamond Star Drops

RIMA Jewels 18K White Gold Diamond Star Drops

By RIMA JEWELS

Located in New York, NY

This 18k gold earring set features twenty two of RIMA’s signature seven pointed stars which have

Category

2010s American Artist Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.080 Carat Diamond Pear Shape Pendant GIA Certified E / IF, 18K White Gold
3.080 Carat Diamond Pear Shape Pendant GIA Certified E / IF, 18K White Gold

3.080 Carat Diamond Pear Shape Pendant GIA Certified E / IF, 18K White Gold

Located in New York, NY

. The gorgous pendant is set on 18K White Gold Jewel Details: Center Diamond- 1.08 Carats GIA

Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

RIMA Jewels 24k Solid Gold Legendary Golden Fleece
RIMA Jewels 24k Solid Gold Legendary Golden Fleece

RIMA Jewels 24k Solid Gold Legendary Golden Fleece

By RIMA JEWELS

Located in New York, NY

. RIMA JEWELS interprets the legend as a jewel and wall sculpture for continuous display. Hand sculpted

Category

2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 24k Gold

3.64 Carat Diamond Heart Shape Eternity Ring 18K Gold
3.64 Carat Diamond Heart Shape Eternity Ring 18K Gold

3.64 Carat Diamond Heart Shape Eternity Ring 18K Gold

Located in New York, NY

translates to an eye catching lushness. The high quality diamonds are mounted on 18K white gold. Jewel

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2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Meghna Jewels Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Meghna Jewels Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring

Meghna Jewels Ruby Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

This exquisite ring is handcrafted in 18-karat gold. It is set in 1.33 carats ruby and .77 carats

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Meghna Jewels Baguette Diamond 14 Karat Gold Drop Earrings
Meghna Jewels Baguette Diamond 14 Karat Gold Drop Earrings

Meghna Jewels Baguette Diamond 14 Karat Gold Drop Earrings

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

These exquisite earrings are handcrafted in 14-karat white gold and set in 1.96 carats of sparkling

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Meghna Jewels Pink Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
Meghna Jewels Pink Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring

Meghna Jewels Pink Sapphire Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

This exquisite ring is handcrafted in 18-karat gold. It is set in 1.96 carats pink sapphire and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Meghna Jewels 18K Gold Matte Brushed Diamond Galaxy Earrings
Meghna Jewels 18K Gold Matte Brushed Diamond Galaxy Earrings

Meghna Jewels 18K Gold Matte Brushed Diamond Galaxy Earrings

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

Handcrafted from 18-karat gold, these exquisite drop earrings are set with 1.93 carats of

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Meghna Jewels Citrine 14 Karat Gold Diamond Stud Earrings
Meghna Jewels Citrine 14 Karat Gold Diamond Stud Earrings

Meghna Jewels Citrine 14 Karat Gold Diamond Stud Earrings

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

These stud earrings are hand set in 14K gold, 6.85 carats citrine, .45 carats citrine and .18 carat

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Citrine, 14k Gold, Gold

Meghna Jewels Opal Diamond 14 Karat Gold Iceland Ring
Meghna Jewels Opal Diamond 14 Karat Gold Iceland Ring

Meghna Jewels Opal Diamond 14 Karat Gold Iceland Ring

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

This stunning ring has been meticulously crafted from 14-karat gold. It is hand set in 6.28 carats

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Meghna Jewels Diamond Blue Topaz 18 Karat Gold Ring
Meghna Jewels Diamond Blue Topaz 18 Karat Gold Ring

Meghna Jewels Diamond Blue Topaz 18 Karat Gold Ring

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

This ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold. It is handset with 8.0 carats Blue

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold

Meghna Jewels 11.28 carats Amethyst 14 Karat Gold Earrings
Meghna Jewels 11.28 carats Amethyst 14 Karat Gold Earrings

Meghna Jewels 11.28 carats Amethyst 14 Karat Gold Earrings

By Meghna Jewels

Located in Hoffman Estate, IL

Cast in 14-karat gold. These beautiful earrings are set with 11.28 carats amethyst. FOLLOW MEGHNA

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold

1.43 Carat Dangling Teardrop Diamond Earrings
1.43 Carat Dangling Teardrop Diamond Earrings

1.43 Carat Dangling Teardrop Diamond Earrings

Located in New York, NY

sparkling diamonds are set with meticulous craftsmanship on 14K white gold. Jewel Details: 1.43 Total

Category

2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

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Gold Jewel For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate gold jewel for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 23488 vintage or 41982 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect gold jewel may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 carat and 1 carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic gold jewel over the years, but those made by Meghna Jewels, VR Jewels and Rolex are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any gold jewel from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 33805 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and oval cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a gold jewel, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Gold Jewel?

Prices for a gold jewel can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $0 and can go as high as $77,833,928, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,361.

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.