Victorian Gold-Filled Agate Fob/Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
withdrawn from a pocket. A wonderful agate fob from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! This beautiful and
Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Fire Agate, Gold
Victorian Gold-Filled Agate Fob/Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
withdrawn from a pocket. A wonderful agate fob from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! This beautiful and
Fire Agate, Gold
Musical Agate Fob 18k c1920s France
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1920s, 18k, France. This antique musical fob is a perfect "found object" pendant. Fabricated
Agate, 18k Gold
Antique French 18 Karat Gold Semi Hunter Pocket Watch Agate Fob
Located in New York, NY
& sapphires, triple strand foxtail chain, double slide with fob & agate seal, movement unsigned, case no
Agate, 18k Gold
Picture Agate Large Fob Seal Pendant Charm Victorian Gold 1 1/4 Inches
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A WONDERFUL PICTURE AGATE FOB. THE LARGE FOB IS 10 KARAT ROSE GOLD AND DATES TO THE
Agate, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold
Unusual Victorian Agate Figural Fob
Located in New York, NY
Rare Victorian Agate Figural Fob from the late 19th Century of gilt metal with striped Scottish
Agate, Gilt Metal
Victorian 14k Agate Snake Motif Fob
Located in Narberth, PA
A fob is an adornment or a seal that hangs from the ribbon or chain of a pocket watch. Its purpose
Agate, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1880s Antique Agate Watch Fob Locket with Rose Cut Diamonds
Located in Santa Monica, CA
collection at Bracken Jewelers in Santa Monica, California. The fob is set with a carved agate slab inlaid
Diamond, Agate, 14k Gold, Gold, 24k Gold, Rose Gold
$3,475
H 1.75 in W 1.25 in D 0.38 in
Victorian Mixed Metals and Agate Floral Motif Spinner Fob Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
A fob is an adornment or a seal that hangs from the ribbon or chain of a pocket watch. Its purpose
Agate, Chalcedony, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,500
W 0.88 in D 0.77 in L 0.92 in
Antique Georgian Hope Allegory 14K Gold & Agate Carved Intaglio Watch Fob Seal
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique gold and gemstone watch fob seal. In 14 karat yellow gold. With a bezel-set white
Agate, 14k Gold
$1,200
H 1.25 in W 0.82 in L 0.63 in
Ornate Antique Georgian Roses and Acorns Gold Cased Agate Seal Fob Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Fine, ornate antique Georgian gold cased agate seal fob pendant with a rare roses and acorns motif
Agate, Gold
$832
H 1.19 in W 0.95 in
Vintage Renaissance Style Gold Swivel Fob Pendant: Malachite, Agate, Tiger's Eye
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This rarely seen & extraordinary looking Swivel Fob Pendant of Renaissance Style is crafted in 9K
Agate, Malachite, Tiger's Eye, Gold
$795
H 0.99 in W 1.03 in D 0.75 in
Antique Victorian Gold Filled Banded Agate Cabochon Seal / Fob of a Spaniel Dog
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique gold plated (or gold-filled) chatelaine seal or watch fob. In the form of a seated
Agate, Gold-filled
Antique 9ct Solid Rosy Yellow Gold 20mm Round Agate Cable Top Flip Fob Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Agate - Round Cut - Bezel Set - Brown & Slight Banded White Color
Agate, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chunky Sterling Silver Italian Fob Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Chunky Italian Fob Bracelet in sterling silver set with semi precious stones (coral, agate, green
Agate, Carnelian, Chrysophrase, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
Antique Gemstone Watch Key Fob Curb Chain Charm Bracelet
Located in Rotterdam, NL
unique fobs, five of which are in the form of watch keys. Seven fobs can be rotated and they are all set
Agate, Carnelian, Multi-gemstone, 9k Gold
Antique Victorian Curb Bracelet 9ct Gold With Seven Agate Fobs
Located in Kendal, GB
METAL: Chain 9ct Gold – Fobs 9ct, 15ct & 18ct (Stamped) STONES: Bloodstone, Carnelian, White Agate AGE
Agate, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
Unusual Antique Agate and Gold Fob
Located in Toronto, ON
This unusual antique fob is primarily made of agate. It is embellished by a rose gold frame that
Agate, Yellow Gold
Watch Fob with Striped Agate Set in 18 Karat, Victorian
Located in Atlanta, GA
This spectacular Victorian watch fob will turn heads. The 18 karat yellow gold is magnificently
Agate, 18k Gold
Victorian 9 Karat Gold Green Agate Antique Watch Fob Pendant
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful and small piece is measured 22mm long 14mm wide and weigh 3.6 grams. It is in good pre-owned condition. Please study the images carefully as form part of the descript...
Agate, 9k Gold
Antique Georgian 18 Karat Gold and Yellow Agate Intaglio Fob Seal
Located in London, GB
above the Shield is a Lion. The actual colour of the Agate is a quiet light Brown/Yellow, not the bright
Agate, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian 18 Karat Gold and White Agate Intaglio Swivel Fob Seal
Located in London, GB
The foliate support holding a White Agate engraved with a fine portrait of Julius Caesar wearing
Agate, 18k Gold
Large Antique Georgian 18 Karat Gold and White Agate Intaglio Fob Seal
Located in London, GB
White Agate is skilfully engraved with 2 hunting dogs, one seated and the other lying, both joined by a
Agate, 18k Gold
Unavailable
Seal Fob Charm Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Eight Seal Fob Charms (Agate, Amethyst, Carnelian, Rock Crystal) Attached to 15ct Gold Link
Agate, Rock Crystal, Carnelian, Amethyst, 15k Gold
Rare French Georgian Carved Seal Fob
Located in Napoli, IT
Rare Past Treasures Georgian Period, possibly 1750 or even earlier, unusual and rare seal fob
Agate, 18k Gold
Carved Scarab Fob
Located in Southampton, NY
A carved agate scarab fob in a serpentine 18 karat gold frame.
Antique Georgian Heraldic Seal Fob "Loyalty = Right"
Located in Sale, Cheshire
An incredible Georgian seal fob set with an intaglio carved yellow agate in the base. It features
Agate, 15k Gold
Antique Victorian 18 Karat Gold and Bloodstone Intaglio Fob Seal
Located in London, GB
The support is of vase form to a reeded frame base and the Bloodstone Intaglio Crest is engraved with several symbols which refer to beekeeping, (honeycombs, tiny bees in the chevron...
Agate, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian 18 Karat Gold and Bloodstone Intaglio Fob Seal
Located in London, GB
A very rich support with plumes and scrolls and 2 Tudor roses at the top and roses all around the frame. The Bloodstone Intaglio has a shield and motto and above the shield is a knig...
Agate, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Antique 18k Yellow Gold, Bloodstone & Agate Fob Pendant Locket
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Tiffany & Co. Antique 18k Yellow Gold, Bloodstone & Agate Fob Pendant Locket Circa 1900s Here is
Agate, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 2.125 in W 1.01 in L 30.5 in
Multicolored Moonstone Necklace Antique Gilt White Agate Fob Pendant
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
fob (circa 1840) with a regal cartouche design. The elongated octagonal white agate seal itself, has
Agate, Labradorite, Moonstone, Vermeil, Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal
Antique Agate and Gold Fob
Located in Baltimore, MD
banded agate. The fob measures 1 1/4" high by 1" wide by 7/8" deep. Wonderful to wear
Agate, 15k Gold
Antique Gold Agate Bloodstone Fob, circa 1840
Located in Toronto, ON
Antique Gold Agate Bloodstone Fob, C.1840. The hexagonal banded agate body surmounted with white
Agate, Chalcedony, 15k Gold
Victorian Carnelian, Agate and Gold Triple Swivel Fob
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
An elaborate Victorian fob pendant. Containing three oval sides of textured gold, striped agate
Agate, Carnelian, 9k Gold
Victorian Agate Spinner Fob Locket and Braided Chain Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
stunning agate spinner fob locket necklace from the Victorian (ca1880) era! Crafted in 14kt yellow gold
Agate, 14k Gold
Victorian Scottish Agate and Silver Seal Fob Pendant, Thistle
Located in NEWARK, GB
A beautiful and unusual antique, Victorian era Scottish agate seal fob pendant. The pendant is
Agate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Georgian Gold Agate Intaglio Seal Fob Pendant
Located in Nottingham, GB
In good condition From a private collection Free international shipping Georgian Gold Agate
Gold
Antique Gold Agate Bloodstone Fob, circa 1840
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Antique gold (acid tested) agate bloodstone fob, circa 1840. The hexagonal banded agate body
Gold
Victorian Agate 18 Karat Yellow Gold Intaglio Antique Fob Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a fob pendant with sweeping scrolling c forms with feather motif decorations Atop an
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau White Agate Intaglio 14 Karat Gold Fob Pendant Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Fob is designed with highly rendered florals throughout And bezel set with a cushion cut tablet of
Agate, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9k Gold Squirrel Figural Seal Fob, Banded Agate and Coral
Located in NEWARK, GB
A stunning and rare antique 9kt gold seal fob pendant. A figural seal fob intricately designed as
Agate, Coral, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian White Agate Guilloche Enamel 18 Karat Gold Star Intaglio Mourning Fob
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Fob pendant is a tower form with gold star pattern and glossed enamel throughout Transparent
Agate, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
Antique Early Victorian Agate and 18kt Gold Ornate Seal Fob
Located in Stamford, CT
Fantastic detail on an ornate early Victorian, large seal fob with its original ring. On the gold
18k Gold
Antique Fob Bracelet
Located in Litchfield, CT
Bracelet circa1970s, Fobs circa 1890s-1910,14k, American. Festooned with colorful and interesting
Agate, Citrine, Turquoise, Amethyst, Carnelian, 14k Gold
Ornate Bloodstone Fob Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1890s, 15k, possibly English. This antique fob is wonderfully decorated with scrolls of gold
Agate, 15k Gold
Antique Judaica Fob Seal
Located in Baltimore, MD
Georgian 15K gold seal fob with two intaglios. The small green goldstone is engraved with a crown
Agate, Chalcedony, 15k Gold
Illinois 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pocket Watch with Fob and Banded Agate
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Illinois Material: 14k yellow gold Dimensions: FOB chain is 13 ¼-inches long Serial
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
15Kt Gold English Italian Greyhound Fob
Located in Stamford, CT
Slender like the beautiful dog it represents this Italian Greyhound Fob is 15 Kt gold with a
Agate, Garnet, Gold, 15k Gold
Antique Hidden Seal Fob World Globe Pendant
Located in Darnestown, MD
of three agate stones. The meaning or purpose is unclear but it certainly makes a great conversation
Agate, 18k Gold
Victorian Multi Stone Gold Ten Fob Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
. Each of the ten fobs has a very ornate design complete with an agate seal or faceted gemstone at the
Agate, Amethyst, Carnelian, Citrine, 15k Gold, 9k Gold
Victorian Slide Chain with Fobs and Keys 18 kt
By Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection
Located in Stamford, CT
An unusual 18kt chain holding a toggle, fob, watch key and slide. All are set with hard stone
Agate, 18k Gold
The Dignity of a Victorian Bloodstone Swivel Fob
Located in Stamford, CT
The bloodstone spinning section of this gold engraved fob is sprinkled with red spots and is
Agate, 15k Gold
French Bracelet with Georgian and Victorian Intaglio Fobs
Located in Stamford, CT
Color galore, white purple green, amber, gold and multiple stones including amethyst, banded agate
Agate, Amethyst, Chalcedony, Garnet, 18k Gold
Naval Interest Victorian Gold and Bloodstone Fob Seal
Located in Firenze, IT
with the crest of Sir Alexander Milne (1806-1896), circa 1870, the seal with chased scrolling foliate decoration, with a hinged compartment containing a glazed panel, the bloodstone...
Agate, Gold
Hardstone Intaglio Seal Fobs, First Half of the 19th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
The gold fob with chased floral decoration, inlaid with a square white agate. Lenght : 2,5cm
Agate, Gold
1870s Victorian Hardstone Intaglio 14 Karat Gold Serpentine Fob Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Bezel set within a coiled serpentine 14 karat gold fob pendant that displays a textured scale motif
Agate, 14k Gold
Antique 14k Gold Double Sided Hardstone Locket Seal Fob, C.1880
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Antique 14k gold double sided hardstone locket fob pendant charm, C.1880. Carnelian carved Greek
Agate, Gold
Antique Victorian Fob Seal Charm 14 Karat Gold Inscribed Music Notes Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Antique Victorian era fob (circa 1880s to 1900s), crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. A green
Agate, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
C1810 18K Fob Seal of Carnelian with Motto and Crest of Mason Family
Located in Baltimore, MD
Our 18K Scottish fob features an imposing stone tower, the crest for the Mason surname. The fob
Agate, Carnelian, 18k Gold
Antique Egyptian Revival Gold Enamel and Gem Set Seal Fob
Located in Chicago, IL
stone Agate Seal Fob with the letter P. Excellent condition overall.
Diamond, Garnet, Onyx, 14k Gold
Art Deco 18k and Enamel Egyptian Charm Necklace
By sphinx
Located in Narberth, PA
aqua enameling. The third charm features a carved agate spinner fob, which is complemented on both
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian Winston Churchill Family Fobs of Duke of Marlborough
Located in Stamford, CT
Winston Churchill. On the white agate fob is an engraving of a griffin with an arrow tip on its tail, on
Agate, 15k Gold
Vintage Agate and Yellow Gold Swivel Fob
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
the stone is attached with a pin which allows the agate to swivel. Fob Width: 20mm
Agate, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Agate and Malachite Swivel Fob
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous fob pendant contains two round sides of malachite and agate forming a swivelling fob
Agate, Malachite, 9k Gold
Victorian Agate and 9 Carat Gold Swivel Fob
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
stunning striped agate stone with deep rich reds and browns paired with white. The fob itself is modelled
Agate, 9k Gold
VIctorian Owl Fob Pendant Set with Agate in Gold
Located in London, England
agate, displayed in quarters. Victorian gentlemen would wear fobs as a decorative accessory on their
Agate, Gold
Georgian 9K Gold Chased White Agate Watch Key Fob Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
with a milky bluish colored agate stone in the center. The key is provided with a small winding pipe
Agate, 9k Gold
Sold
W 3 in D 0.8 in L 2 in
Antique Victorian 1897 Fob Swivel Pendant 9kt Gold Agate Bloodstone Heliotrope
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This swivel fob used to be worn on a watch chain. One side is set with a brown agate, the other
Agate, Gold, 9k Gold
Sold
W 1.05 in D 0.21 in L 1.52 in
Antique Intaglio Gold Spinner Fob Pendant Un-Carved Carnelian and Black Agate
Located in Tustin, CA
Antique 1850s, early Victorian intaglio spinner fob pendant features a reversible, revolving
Agate, Carnelian, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Sold
H 1.5 in W 1.1 in
Antique Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Uncarved Agate Open Spinning Flip Fob Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Agate - Oval Cut - Bezel Set - Uncarved -Brown & Black Colors
Agate, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unique 1870s French Victorian Agate Hardstone 14 Karat Gold Locket Fob Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Fob style pendant with stylized Greek key motif as frame with rotating rectangular locket Locket
Carnelian, 14k Gold
Victorian Bloodstone Rose Gold Swivel Fob
Located in Houston, TX
A 9K rose gold Victorian oval swivel fob featuring a lovely piece of bloodstone. English, circa
Agate, 9k Gold
Antique Victorian Gold Six Fob Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
Victorian and Georgian fobs , all intricately engraved, are connected to a 15Kt wrist chain, making
Agate, Carnelian, 15k Gold
Sold|$5,650
H 1.75 in W 1.4 in L 17 in
Old Mine Diamond Tourmaline Cross 18 Karat Gold Enamel Cross Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent antique Cross Pendant Necklace set with a Cross with a sparkling Old Mine Cut Diamond and Red Enamel hanging from an ornate 18 Karat Gold Chain with a gorgeous ...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Nouveau Antique Gold Diamond Lapel Pocket Watch
Located in New York, NY
Antique Art Nouveau 18k gold pocket watch, high relief case, decorated with diamonds. Case is 23mm in diameter. With porcelain dial and original filigree hands. Suspended on a 14k g...
Diamond, Gold
$1,275
W 1 in L 1.5 in
Antique Victorian Ornate Fob 14k Yellow Gold Engraved Charm Seal Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Lovely antique Victorian fob (circa 1880s to 1900s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. The beautifully detailed antique fob was originally worn by a gentleman with a pocket watch, a ...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vacheron & Constantin Grottendieck Bruxelles 18 Karat Gold Pocket Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Berlin, DE
Vacheron & Constantin Grottendieck Bruxelles 18 Karat Gold Pocket Watch Movement can be wound and works. Dial with hairline crack. Including certificate of authenticity.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier C de Cartier Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1990s, 18k, by Cartier, France. One of Cartier's most iconic designs, this Double C bracelet is the all-gold accessory you have been waiting for! The perfect go-anywhere, with...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
BUCCELLATI Aquamarine Diamond Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Gianmaria Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite vintage Gianmaria Buccellati cocktail ring is crafted in 18k brushed and textured yellow gold with white gold accents. This ring is set with a faceted oval 7.0mm x 10....
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Antique Zenith 14 Karat Gold Pocket Watch, Savonette, Enamel Dial
By Zenith
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique Zenith 14 karat gold pocket watch, savonette. Enamel dial with Arabic numbers. Pocket watch can be wound and works. Original, very good condition. Meaning of the dedication...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Patek Philippe Vintage Yellow Gold Fancy Chased Case Porcelain Dial Pocket Watch
By Patek Philippe
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1920s Patek Philippe Pocket watch, 45 M.M. 3 Piece 18k Yellow Gold case with Gold inside Cuvette, ( dust cover ) Hand Engraving, Chasing on the Bezel and case back. 18 Jewel M...
18k Gold
Wonderful Victorian Antique Hardstone Gold Filled Watch Fob
Located in Wheaton, IL
The piece on display is an absolute marvel of craftsmanship that is bound to leave you in awe. It is a testament to the skilled artisans who created it, showcasing elaborate and deta...
Gold-filled
$4,950
H 1.88 in W 0.88 in L 1 in
Large Ornate Antique Georgian 15K Gold Carnelian Intaglio Fox Motif Fob Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional antique Georgian 15K yellow gold carnelian intaglio Turner crest ornate fob pendant featuring a prominent fox motif central design and striking sea shells and roses along...
Carnelian, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,250
H 1.07 in W 0.71 in D 0.48 in
Antique Victorian 14K Gold & Agate Cabochon Double-Sided Locket Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Victorian gold & agate pendant. In 14 karat yellow gold. With a flat banded agate cabochon prong-set to either side - one white & pink and the other black and white....
Agate, 14k Gold
Antique Georgian 9k gold seal fob pendant, Carnelian, Heraldic
Located in NEWARK, GB
There is something extra special and quite simply mesmerising about antique Heraldic seal fobs. This fine Georgian intaglio seal fob is crafted in 9ct gold with an openwork scrollin...
Carnelian, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Citrine Bird Carrying Mail Fob Seal Pendant "Depeche Vous" "Hurry Up" Victorian
Located in New York, NY
THIS IS A MAGNIFICENT AND RARE ANTIQUE VICTORIAN CARVED CITRINE FOB PENDANT WITH AN IMAGE OF A BIRD CARRYING A MAIL ENVELOPE AND THE MOTTO "DEPECHE VOUS" OR "HURRY UP" IN FRENCH. TH...
Citrine, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
18 Karat Gold, Tiffany & Co Enamelled Pendant Watch on Chain
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This Art Nouveau pendant watch on chain was made for Tiffany & Co for retail in the United States. The watch hangs from a yellow gold filled curb link chain that has a swivel type cl...
Gold, 18k Gold, Gold-filled, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique 14k Yellow Gold Etruscan Revival Victorian Locket Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Dating back to the 1870s, this fabulous Victorian locket necklace, is artfully ornamented in consummate Etruscan Revival style. The locket suspends from a very fine 20 inch chain ma...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 18k Bloodstone Fob
Located in Narberth, PA
A fob is an adornment or a seal that hangs from the ribbon or chain of a pocket watch. Its purpose is to decorate or add weight to the watch chain itself, making it easier for the wa...
Gold, 18k 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.
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After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.