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Victorian Scottish Sterling Silver Banded Agate Locket
Victorian Scottish Sterling Silver Banded Agate Locket

Victorian Scottish Sterling Silver Banded Agate Locket

Located in Stamford, CT

It was believed banded agate promotes beauty, harmony and fertility. From the earth and cut and polished by stone cutters who situate the bands central for that balance and appeal.

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Antique Late 19th Century Scottish Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Sterling Silver

Victorian Banded Agate Locket Back Signet Ring
Victorian Banded Agate Locket Back Signet Ring

Victorian Banded Agate Locket Back Signet Ring

Located in Stamford, CT

A victorian banded agate 18 Kt signet ring with a white line straight across the center is a memento more as well. Why does this ring fire up emotions.? For me the white line is the ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

Victorian Agate Locket of 10k Gold, Circa 1880-1900
Victorian Agate Locket of 10k Gold, Circa 1880-1900

Victorian Agate Locket of 10k Gold, Circa 1880-1900

Located in Lewisburg, PA

An elegant antique locket (circa 1880-1900), crafted in 10k gold and set with a beautifully polished carnelian sardonyx agate of rich, warm color.

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Antique 1870s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 10k Gold

Antique Victorian 14k Rosy Yellow Gold Red & Black Agate Locket Charm Pendant
Antique Victorian 14k Rosy Yellow Gold Red & Black Agate Locket Charm Pendant

Antique Victorian 14k Rosy Yellow Gold Red & Black Agate Locket Charm Pendant

Located in Montclair, NJ

–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Agate - Round Cabochon - Black Color - 21.74mm (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Agate - Round Cabochon - Red Color - 22.23mm (approx.) Material: Solid 14...

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21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

Agate, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Banded Agate Mourning Locket Necklace
Antique Banded Agate Mourning Locket Necklace

Antique Banded Agate Mourning Locket Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Antique Banded Agate Mourning Locket Necklace A yellow gold chain necklace suspending an oval agate locket pendant.

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Antique 1850s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 15k Gold

Victorian Banded Agate and Natural Pearl Locket Back Pendant
Victorian Banded Agate and Natural Pearl Locket Back Pendant

Victorian Banded Agate and Natural Pearl Locket Back Pendant

By Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection

Located in Stamford, CT

The fine quality of the natural pearl and banded agate locket made me stopped me in my tracks when in London..

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Antique 1860s English Victorian More Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold

English Victorian Enamel Banded Agate Gold Locket
English Victorian Enamel Banded Agate Gold Locket

English Victorian Enamel Banded Agate Gold Locket

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

The back reveals a picture locket that still retains an image displayed inside.

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Antique 1870s Early Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 15k Gold, Gold, Enamel

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Agate Round Locket Pendant
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Agate Round Locket Pendant

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Agate Round Locket Pendant

Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.

This is a Victorian round locket pendant crafted in 18K gold. The piece features agate.

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian Carved Agate Ruby and Diamond Cameo Locket Pendant
Victorian Carved Agate Ruby and Diamond Cameo Locket Pendant

Victorian Carved Agate Ruby and Diamond Cameo Locket Pendant

Located in London, GB

Here we have an exceptional Victorian locket pendant crafted from a rich 18ct yellow gold with a subtle matte finish.

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Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Tulip Crest Shield Intaglio Locket Pendant Necklace Agate Etruscan
Victorian Tulip Crest Shield Intaglio Locket Pendant Necklace Agate Etruscan

Victorian Tulip Crest Shield Intaglio Locket Pendant Necklace Agate Etruscan

Located in New York, NY

This is a rare and wonderful antique carved Crest Shield Victorian Etruscan Revival Locket Pendant with Banded Agate or Sardonyx gems.

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Gold, 14k Gold, 15k Gold

1880s Antique Agate Watch Fob Locket with Rose Cut Diamonds
1880s Antique Agate Watch Fob Locket with Rose Cut Diamonds

1880s Antique Agate Watch Fob Locket with Rose Cut Diamonds

Located in Santa Monica, CA

The fob is set with a carved agate slab inlaid with a 24k gold “WH” monogram set with 25 rose cut diamonds.

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Antique 1880s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Agate, 14k Gold, Gold, 24k Gold, Rose Gold

Antique Victorian 14K Gold & Agate Cabochon Double-Sided Locket Pendant
Antique Victorian 14K Gold & Agate Cabochon Double-Sided Locket Pendant

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....

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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 14k Gold

Fine Antique Etruscan Revival Bacchus Agate Cameo 14K Yellow Gold Locket Pendant
Fine Antique Etruscan Revival Bacchus Agate Cameo 14K Yellow Gold Locket Pendant

Fine Antique Etruscan Revival Bacchus Agate Cameo 14K Yellow Gold Locket Pendant

Located in New York, NY

Fine antique Etruscan Revival Bacchus agate cameo and 14K yellow gold oval locket pendant 19th Century Length: 1.75 inches Width: 1.13 inches Condition: Very Good The God of wine and...

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Antique 19th Century Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Banded Agate & Rose Cut Diamond Locket Pendant
Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Banded Agate & Rose Cut Diamond Locket Pendant

Antique 15ct Gold, Victorian Banded Agate & Rose Cut Diamond Locket Pendant

Located in Brighton, GB

The interplay of the warm, rich hues of the agate and the shimmering diamonds creates a captivating contrast that draws the eye.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold

French 19th Century Agate Cameo 18 Karat Rose gold Platinum Locket Pendant
French 19th Century Agate Cameo 18 Karat Rose gold Platinum Locket Pendant

French 19th Century Agate Cameo 18 Karat Rose gold Platinum Locket Pendant

Located in Poitiers, FR

Pendant in 18 karat rose gold, owl hallmark and platinum mascaron hallmark. Rectangular in shape and hinged, this exquisite antique pendant features a two-layer agate cameo set on it...

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

Enchanted Yellow Gold Diamond Black White Agate Ruby Egg Pendant Mega Locket
Enchanted Yellow Gold Diamond Black White Agate Ruby Egg Pendant Mega Locket

Enchanted Yellow Gold Diamond Black White Agate Ruby Egg Pendant Mega Locket

By Ri Noor

Located in Houston, TX

Please reach out to purchase a chain separately. The Locket version of our iconic egg charm collection is 34 mm Also available in Regular Egg Pendant.

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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Victorian Stone Cameo Locket
Victorian Stone Cameo Locket

Victorian Stone Cameo Locket

Located in New York, NY

Victorian stone cameo locket circa 1880 of black and white carved agate.

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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian More Jewelry

Materials

Agate, 14k Gold

Victorian Pietra Dura Locket Pendant
Victorian Pietra Dura Locket Pendant

Victorian Pietra Dura Locket Pendant

$3,600

W 1.5 in L 3.25 in

Victorian Pietra Dura Locket Pendant

Located in New York, NY

Large Victorian Pietra Dura Locket Pendant from the mid 19th Century set in 18K gold with higher karat gold bloom. Lovely scrolled frame mounting with Etruscan bale with twisted wir...

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Antique 1860s British Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Coral, Onyx, 18k Gold

Victorian Pietra Dura Locket Pendant
Victorian Pietra Dura Locket Pendant

Victorian Pietra Dura Locket Pendant

Located in Riverdale, NY

Large Victorian Pietra Dura Locket Pendant from the mid 19th Century set in 18K gold with higher karat gold bloom. Lovely scrolled frame mounting with Etruscan bale with twisted wir...

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Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Coral, Onyx, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Victorian 18K Gold Hardstone Warrior Cameo Locket
Victorian 18K Gold Hardstone Warrior Cameo Locket

Victorian 18K Gold Hardstone Warrior Cameo Locket

Located in Venice, CA

Held in a triangular shaped locket is a beautiful hard-stone cameo depicting a helmeted warrior. The helmet’s visor is lifted, revealing the face of a bearded man with a strong profi...

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Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Aucoc 19th Century Antique Cameo Natural Pearls Locket Pendant Brooch
French Aucoc 19th Century Antique Cameo Natural Pearls Locket Pendant Brooch

French Aucoc 19th Century Antique Cameo Natural Pearls Locket Pendant Brooch

Located in Poitiers, FR

Brooch / pendant in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark. Octagonal shaped with an openwork circle pattern and studded with natural pearls, this pendant holds a cameo on 4-lay...

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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Victorian 10K Agate Locket Pendant
Victorian 10K Agate Locket Pendant

Victorian 10K Agate Locket Pendant

Unavailable

W 0.88 in L 1.25 in

Victorian 10K Agate Locket Pendant

Located in Narberth, PA

A lovely banded agate locket from the Victorian (ca1880) era! This beautiful orb-shaped piece is crafted in 10k yellow gold and displays two sides of rich banded agate.

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Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Georgian Agate Locket Vinaigrette Long Mourning Necklace
Antique Georgian Agate Locket Vinaigrette Long Mourning Necklace

Antique Georgian Agate Locket Vinaigrette Long Mourning Necklace

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

The locket is large, set with a large polished Agate on both sides, fancy Gold gilt workmanship around the locket too.

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Antique 1710s British Georgian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Pinchbeck

19th Century 14 Karat Gold and White Agate Locket Pendant
19th Century 14 Karat Gold and White Agate Locket Pendant

19th Century 14 Karat Gold and White Agate Locket Pendant

Located in SEVILLA, ES

Lovely 19th century 14 carats gold locket pendant with a cameo in white agate. Exquisite and very well carved and done the branches and the flowers around the central cameo.

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Antique 1850s English Victorian More Jewelry

Materials

Agate, Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian 18 carat Gold Diamond and Bulls Eye Banded Agate Locket
Victorian 18 carat Gold Diamond and Bulls Eye Banded Agate Locket

Victorian 18 carat Gold Diamond and Bulls Eye Banded Agate Locket

Located in Glasgow, GB

Antique Victorian 18 carat yellow gold memorial locket, featuring a bulls-eye banded agate set with six diamonds in a star formation, framed by a bead and rope design.

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Antique 1880s British Victorian More Jewelry

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian 14k Banded Agate and Pearl Mourning Locket
Victorian 14k Banded Agate and Pearl Mourning Locket

Victorian 14k Banded Agate and Pearl Mourning Locket

Located in Narberth, PA

A beautiful banded agate locket/pendant from the Victorian (ca1850s) era!

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Antique 1880s American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Pearl, 14k Gold

Victorian 14k Banded Agate and Pearl Mourning Locket Pendant
Victorian 14k Banded Agate and Pearl Mourning Locket Pendant

Victorian 14k Banded Agate and Pearl Mourning Locket Pendant

Located in Narberth, PA

A beautiful banded agate locket/pendant from the Victorian (ca1850s) era!

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Antique 1850s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique French Victorian Watch Chain / Châtelaine in Gold, 19th Century
Antique French Victorian Watch Chain / Châtelaine in Gold, 19th Century

Antique French Victorian Watch Chain / Châtelaine in Gold, 19th Century

Located in Paris, FR

Stunning and rare victorian antique 18kt gold watch chain, châtelaine type (quality mark: eagle's head) decorated with charms: agate locket, agate stamp, and watch keys. frecn work ...

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Antique Mid-19th Century French High Victorian More Jewelry

Victorian Enamel and Striped Agate Brooch/Locket

Victorian Enamel and Striped Agate Brooch/Locket

Located in Lombard, IL

Fabulous Victorian 14 Kt yellow gold, striped agate with black and white enamel. Locket back. The brooch is in fabulous condition!

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Antique 1870s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Agate, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Banded Agate and Pearl Cross Locket
Victorian Banded Agate and Pearl Cross Locket

Victorian Banded Agate and Pearl Cross Locket

Located in New York, NY

A beautiful Victorian banded agate and pearl cross locket. The locket is 15k yellow gold.

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Antique 1880s British Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Pearl, 15k Gold

Victorian Banded Agate Gold Pendant with Locket Back
Victorian Banded Agate Gold Pendant with Locket Back

Victorian Banded Agate Gold Pendant with Locket Back

Located in New York, NY

A high quality Victorian banded agate gold oval pendant/pin with a locket compartment on the back.

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Antique 1870s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate

Victorian 18k Banded Agate, Pearl + Enamel Mourning Locket
Victorian 18k Banded Agate, Pearl + Enamel Mourning Locket

Victorian 18k Banded Agate, Pearl + Enamel Mourning Locket

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W 1.63 in D 0.75 in L 2.63 in

Victorian 18k Banded Agate, Pearl + Enamel Mourning Locket

Located in Narberth, PA

This rare mourning locket from the Victorian (ca1875) era is quite a stunning piece!

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Late 20th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Pearl, 18k Gold

Victorian Banded Agate and Diamond Starburst Locket Pendant
Victorian Banded Agate and Diamond Starburst Locket Pendant

Victorian Banded Agate and Diamond Starburst Locket Pendant

Located in Narberth, PA

Both sides of the locket are made of rich banded agate which is smoothly polished for a glossy finish.

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Antique 1880s Victorian Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Agate, Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Scottish Victorian Agate Padlock Locket Bracelet, circa 1860
Antique Scottish Victorian Agate Padlock Locket Bracelet, circa 1860

Antique Scottish Victorian Agate Padlock Locket Bracelet, circa 1860

Located in Kendal, GB

The bracelet is held securely by a padlock charm with an agate heart on the front and a Locket on the reverse.

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Antique 19th Century European Victorian Charm Bracelets

Materials

Agate, Silver

Antique Scottish Victorian Agate Padlock Locket Bracelet, circa 1860
Antique Scottish Victorian Agate Padlock Locket Bracelet, circa 1860

Antique Scottish Victorian Agate Padlock Locket Bracelet, circa 1860

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

A wonderful antique Scottish Bracelet C. 1860 made up of colourful Barrel Agate links leading to a fabulous padlock charm set with an Agate heart and a Locket on the reverse.

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Antique 1860s British Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

Agate, Silver

Victorian Gold and Banded Agate Horseshoe Shaped Pendant/Locket
Victorian Gold and Banded Agate Horseshoe Shaped Pendant/Locket

Victorian Gold and Banded Agate Horseshoe Shaped Pendant/Locket

Located in London, GB

The hinged locket opens to reveal a hoof shaped window for a momento or miniature and the locket, when viewed from the side, resembles a horses hoof.

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Antique 1850s British Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Scottish Locket Brooch Agate Star Silver, circa 1860
Antique Victorian Scottish Locket Brooch Agate Star Silver, circa 1860

Antique Victorian Scottish Locket Brooch Agate Star Silver, circa 1860

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

WEIGHT: 25.8 grams MEASURES: Width 38mm x Height 45mm x Depth 11mm LOCKET MEASURES: Width 25mm x Height 32mm METAL: Silver STONES: Agate AGE: Victorian, Circa 1860 CONDITION: E...

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Antique 1860s British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Agate, Silver

AnaKatarina Customizable Agate, Gold, Sapphire, Diamond "Eye Love" Locket Ring
AnaKatarina Customizable Agate, Gold, Sapphire, Diamond "Eye Love" Locket Ring

AnaKatarina Customizable Agate, Gold, Sapphire, Diamond "Eye Love" Locket Ring

By AnaKatarina

Located in Dedham, MA

Blue Agate Cameo, 18k Yellow Gold, .14ct Diamonds, and .36ct Sapphire Design Inspiration The Eye Collection is a modern-day token of eternal love.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique necklace cameo pendant in 18k gold, victorian agate cameo locket pendant
Antique necklace cameo pendant in 18k gold, victorian agate cameo locket pendant

Antique necklace cameo pendant in 18k gold, victorian agate cameo locket pendant

Located in PARIS, FR

Antique necklace cameo pendant in 18 karat yellow and rose gold. Necklace featuring a photo medallion centered with an agate cameo of a woman profile with an antique hairstyle. The c...

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Antique 1870s French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Scottish 9 Carat Gold on Silver Mourning Locket
Antique Victorian Scottish 9 Carat Gold on Silver Mourning Locket

Antique Victorian Scottish 9 Carat Gold on Silver Mourning Locket

Located in Lancaster , GB

A wonderful antique Scottish Mourning locket from the Victorian era featuring beautiful engraved artistry on both sides with floral motifs displayed around lovely Jasper and Carnelia...

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Antique 1860s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Carnelian, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Banded Agate and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Locket
Antique Victorian Banded Agate and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Locket

Antique Victorian Banded Agate and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Locket

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

This stunning, fine and impressive antique pearl and agate locket has been crafted in 18k yellow gold.

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Antique 1880s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gorgeous Victorian Period Agate Bullseye Locket
Gorgeous Victorian Period Agate Bullseye Locket

Gorgeous Victorian Period Agate Bullseye Locket

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H 1.58 in W 0.79 in L 1.58 in

Gorgeous Victorian Period Agate Bullseye Locket

Located in Media, PA

The back of the pendant is features another agate, allowing it to rest comfortably when worn.

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Antique 1880s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Brass

Victorian Scottish Agate and Gold Locket Bracelet
Victorian Scottish Agate and Gold Locket Bracelet

Victorian Scottish Agate and Gold Locket Bracelet

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This gorgeous bracelet holds so much colour. The settings are both simple and dome have fine engraving. The bracelet is fastened using a heart locket with a glazed back. Length: 21...

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Antique 1880s Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

Agate, Gold

Antique Banded Agate and Diamond Locket Pendant
Antique Banded Agate and Diamond Locket Pendant

Antique Banded Agate and Diamond Locket Pendant

Located in London, GB

Upon opening, the locket allows the wearer to store photographs and or a small intimate objects within.

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Antique 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Victorian Enamel Banded Agate Pearl Locket
Large Victorian Enamel Banded Agate Pearl Locket

Large Victorian Enamel Banded Agate Pearl Locket

Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA

Substantial in size for a Victorian piece, this original yellow gold Victorian locket is designed as a sunburst of pattern created from a symbiotic combination of banded agate, pearl...

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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Banded Agate Gold Pendant with Locket Back
Antique Banded Agate Gold Pendant with Locket Back

Antique Banded Agate Gold Pendant with Locket Back

Located in New York, NY

An antique gold and banded agate oval pendant with a gold border and bail studded with small banded agates, in 18k; locket back.

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Antique 1860s Victorian Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

Victorian Banded Agate and Diamond Heart Locket
Victorian Banded Agate and Diamond Heart Locket

Victorian Banded Agate and Diamond Heart Locket

Located in Stamford, CT

A Banded agate pendant with a diamond star casts a magnetic spell with its graphic design and contrast. It is a marvel of gem cutting. It is understandable how a stone can be shaped...

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Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, 15k Gold

Antique Victorian Gold Agate Pearl Diamond Locket Pendant
Antique Victorian Gold Agate Pearl Diamond Locket Pendant

Antique Victorian Gold Agate Pearl Diamond Locket Pendant

Located in New York, NY

Three banded agate beads form a trefoil clover accented by rose cut diamonds on this beautiful late Victorian pendant locket.

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Mid-19th Century Agate and Gold Locket Pendant
Mid-19th Century Agate and Gold Locket Pendant

Mid-19th Century Agate and Gold Locket Pendant

Located in Firenze, IT

The front with agate stone, the reverse with anchor motif and wirework detailing, opening to reveal two glazed compartments, length 5.0cm

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Antique 1890s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Gold

Antique Victorian Agate Pearl Yellow Gold Brooch / Locket
Antique Victorian Agate Pearl Yellow Gold Brooch / Locket

Antique Victorian Agate Pearl Yellow Gold Brooch / Locket

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

This exceptional, fine and impressive locket style Victorian agate brooch has been crafted in 18k yellow gold.

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Agate, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Heart Padlock Locket Pendant, Agate, 9k Gold, Mourning
Antique Heart Padlock Locket Pendant, Agate, 9k Gold, Mourning

Antique Heart Padlock Locket Pendant, Agate, 9k Gold, Mourning

Located in NEWARK, GB

This is just the sweetest little antique 9kt gold heart shaped padlock, locket pendant. Victorian era it has an elaborately engraved body with one side set a brown mossy agate hear...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Agate Mother and Child Heart Locket Pendant
14 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Agate Mother and Child Heart Locket Pendant

14 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Agate Mother and Child Heart Locket Pendant

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Agate Mother and Child Heart Locket Pendant This lovely hinged heart locket features a mother and child beautifully detailed in blue agate.

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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Antique 18k Yellow Gold, Bloodstone & Agate Fob Pendant Locket
Tiffany & Co. Antique 18k Yellow Gold, Bloodstone & Agate Fob Pendant Locket

Tiffany & Co. Antique 18k Yellow Gold, Bloodstone & Agate Fob Pendant Locket

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Antique 18k Yellow Gold, Bloodstone & Agate Fob Pendant Locket Circa 1900s Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer pendant.

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Antique Early 1900s American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Yellow Gold

Antique Edwardian Carved Agate Cameo and  10k/14k Yellow Gold Locket 1900s
Antique Edwardian Carved Agate Cameo and  10k/14k Yellow Gold Locket 1900s

Antique Edwardian Carved Agate Cameo and 10k/14k Yellow Gold Locket 1900s

Located in Towson, MD

This captivating locket from the 1900s showcases the refined artistry of the Edwardian era through its beautifully carved agate cameo depicting a classical female profile.

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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 15k Yellow Gold, Scottish Agate and Rock Crystal Locket, Late 1800s
Victorian 15k Yellow Gold, Scottish Agate and Rock Crystal Locket, Late 1800s

Victorian 15k Yellow Gold, Scottish Agate and Rock Crystal Locket, Late 1800s

Located in New York, NY

Victorian 15k Yellow Gold, Scottish Agate and Rock Crystal Locket Late 1800s Additional Information: Period: Victorian Year: Late 1800s Material: 15k Yellow Gold, Scottish Agate and...

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Antique 18th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Rock Crystal, Yellow Gold

Neo Classic French Carved Agate Cameo 18k Yellow Gold Silver Locket Pendant
Neo Classic French Carved Agate Cameo 18k Yellow Gold Silver Locket Pendant

Neo Classic French Carved Agate Cameo 18k Yellow Gold Silver Locket Pendant

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

One Neo Classic French Carved Agate Psyche Cameo 18k Yellow Gold Silver Locket Pendant.

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Antique 1860s Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Carnelian, Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Fire Agate, Gold, 18k G...

Antique Seal Locket
Antique Seal Locket

Antique Seal Locket

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W 1 in Dm 1 in L 1.63 in

Antique Seal Locket

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1870s, 20k/14k. This gorgeous antique locket features a beautifully figured uncut bloodstone seal on the front and a chic Georgian gold Guinea, a gold coin of the English realm...

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Antique 1870s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Victorian Hardstone Gold Bulla Locket
Victorian Hardstone Gold Bulla Locket

Victorian Hardstone Gold Bulla Locket

Located in Amsterdam, NL

A Victorian gold and hardstone bulla with a opening locket, inlaid with agates and a gold flower at the center and three drops below, Scotland or England, circa 1870.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 18k Gold

Antique Scottish Agate Bracelet
Antique Scottish Agate Bracelet

Antique Scottish Agate Bracelet

Located in Baltimore, MD

15K Scottish agate padlock bracelet with a locket back has engraved links.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

Agate, 15k Gold

Gold and Pietra Dura Neo-Etruscan Locket
Gold and Pietra Dura Neo-Etruscan Locket

Gold and Pietra Dura Neo-Etruscan Locket

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H 2.17 in W 1.3 in D 0.75 in

Gold and Pietra Dura Neo-Etruscan Locket

Located in Amsterdam, NL

An 18 carat gold locket in neo etruscan style with a Florentine pietra dura with a different bouquet of flowers on each side, one glassed compartment, 19th century. dimensions: 5 x ...

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Antique 1880s Unknown Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Chalcedony, Onyx, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Gold, Onyx, Pearl and Black Enamel Cross Locket
Gold, Onyx, Pearl and Black Enamel Cross Locket

Gold, Onyx, Pearl and Black Enamel Cross Locket

Located in Amsterdam, NL

An 18 carat yellow gold oval locket with a pearl cross incrusted in an onyx plaque with a border of a black enamel meander border, with one glassed and hinged compartment, France cir...

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Antique 1890s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique 14k Gold Double Sided Hardstone Locket Seal Fob, C.1880
Antique 14k Gold Double Sided Hardstone Locket Seal Fob, C.1880

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 profile on one side and darker hardstone agate on the other.

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Antique Late 19th Century Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Agate, Gold

18 Carat Gold Neoclassical Locket with Florentine Pietra Dura
18 Carat Gold Neoclassical Locket with Florentine Pietra Dura

18 Carat Gold Neoclassical Locket with Florentine Pietra Dura

Located in Amsterdam, NL

An 18 carat gold locket in neo etruscan style with a Florentine pietra dura with a different bouquet of flowers on each side, one glassed compartment, 19the century. dimensions: 5 x...

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Cabochon Cut Agate and Yellow Gold Heart Locket
Antique Victorian Cabochon Cut Agate and Yellow Gold Heart Locket

Antique Victorian Cabochon Cut Agate and Yellow Gold Heart Locket

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An impressive antique Victorian 1860s agate and 9 karat yellow gold locket and chain; part of our diverse antique estate jewelry collections This fine and impressive Victorian caboc...

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Antique 1860s Unknown Drop Necklaces

Materials

Agate, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Victorian Agate and Gold Locket Bracelet

Victorian Agate and Gold Locket Bracelet

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This gorgeous bracelet holds so much colour. The settings are both simple and dome have fine engraving. The bracelet is fastened using a simple bolt clasp. Length: 17cm Width: 4cm ...

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Antique 1850s Victorian Link Bracelets

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Agate, Gold

Edwardian Banded Agate and Gilt Locket Back Pendant
Edwardian Banded Agate and Gilt Locket Back Pendant

Edwardian Banded Agate and Gilt Locket Back Pendant

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

Locket Dimensions: 45x35mm (not including agate) Weight: 29.9g

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Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Jewelry

Materials

Agate, Enamel

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Agate Angel Locket Pendant
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Agate Angel Locket Pendant

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Agate Angel Locket Pendant

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Agate Angel Locket Pendant- This lovely blue agate hinged locket features a praying angel on its lid set in beautifully detailed 14K yellow gold.

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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Yellow Gold

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Antique 18th Century Garnet Moss Agate Gold Crowned Heart Locket Ring, England

Antique 18th Century Garnet Moss Agate Gold Crowned Heart Locket Ring, England

Located in Munich, Bavaria

Heart and crown are set with flat cut garnets. The front of the locket is made out of a heart shaped moss agate, framed by twenty one garnets.

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Antique 1780s British George III More Rings

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Agate, Garnet, Gold, 15k Gold

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Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Agate Mother and Child Locket Pendant This lovely hinged locket features a mother and child beautifully detailed in blue agate.

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20th Century Pendant Necklaces

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Yellow Gold

Unique 1870s French Victorian Agate Hardstone 14 Karat Gold Locket Fob Pendant
Unique 1870s French Victorian Agate Hardstone 14 Karat Gold Locket Fob Pendant

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 is bezel set on each side with a rectangular tablet of polished agate hardstone meas...

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Antique 1870s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, 14k Gold

Pietra Dura Forget-Me-Not Specimen Brooch, Locket Back, circa 1860
Pietra Dura Forget-Me-Not Specimen Brooch, Locket Back, circa 1860

Pietra Dura Forget-Me-Not Specimen Brooch, Locket Back, circa 1860

Located in Stamford, CT

They chose a piece of agate, chiseled away miniature floral bits from the background and cut other bits to fill those spaces, some only as large as the scratch or tip of a pin.

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Antique 1860s Victorian Brooches

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Agate, Vermeil, Silver

Victorian Gold Agate Cameo Hair Brooch / Pin Pendant Never Used
Victorian Gold Agate Cameo Hair Brooch / Pin Pendant Never Used

Victorian Gold Agate Cameo Hair Brooch / Pin Pendant Never Used

Located in Wallkill, NY

Victorian agate cameo brooch with hair locket in the back.

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Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Agate, Gold, 14k Gold

English 18K Gold and Agate Locket
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English 18K Gold and Agate Locket

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English 18K Gold and Agate Locket

Located in New York, NY

18K Gold and Agate Locket.

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Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

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Victorian Banded Agate Locket Bangle Bracelet

Located in Austin, TX

Beautifully constructed Victorian banded agate locket bracelet with Painted Portrait Miniature.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Bangles

Materials

Agate, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Scottish Agate Locket Brooch, circa 1860
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate Locket Brooch, circa 1860

Antique Victorian Scottish Agate Locket Brooch, circa 1860

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

The front of the locket depicts a pretty flower shape made out of the Agates.

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Antique 1860s British Victorian Brooches

Materials

Agate, Sterling Silver

Late Victorian Engraved Silver and Agate Locket Pendant with ER Initials
Late Victorian Engraved Silver and Agate Locket Pendant with ER Initials

Late Victorian Engraved Silver and Agate Locket Pendant with ER Initials

Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire

This large detailed antique Late Victorian pendant featuring engraved detail along the sides and bail. This locket has been crafted with silver and would look great on a silver chain...

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Antique 1880s British Late Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Silver

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Victorian Banded Agate Gold Locket Pendant

Victorian Banded Agate Gold Locket Pendant

Located in Lambertville, NJ

A Victorian locket made of 14k yellow gold set with a banded agate.

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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Agate, 14k Gold

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Agate Locket For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact agate locket you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and 15k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 47 vintage editions and 3 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect agate locket among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing agate locket — no matter the origin — is easy, but AnaKatarina, Lawrence Jeffrey and Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection each produced a popular version that is worth a look. See these pages for a cabochon iteration of this accessory, while there are also mixed cut cut and brilliant cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for an agate locket, 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 Agate Locket?

The price for an agate locket starts at $269 and tops out at $17,500 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $2,973.

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.

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