$4,214 / item
18k Gold V-Shaped Hoop Earrings and Blue Amber Drops
By Angelina Fine Jewelry
Located in Amsterdam, NH
These handmade 18K Gold V-shaped hoop earrings and blue amber drops on 18K gold wire make a great addition to your jewelry collection.
Amber, 18k Gold
Amber Diamond Ring Elongated 14k White Gold and Sterling Silver Antique
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Amber Diamond Ring Elongated 14K White Gold and Sterling Silver Antique This old antique ring is crafted in solid 14K white blackened gold and Sterling Silver for the top. The metal...
Amber, Diamond, White Gold, Sterling Silver
Yellow Gold Cocktail Fig Earrings with Green Amber Drops and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These cocktail earrings are crafted from 14 karat yellow gold and feature detachable cabochon green treated amber gem drops, along with two diamonds.
Quartz, Diamond, Rock Crystal, Amber, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow ...
Sterling Silver Clip-On Earrings with Diamonds and Amber
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary earrings are plated with white gold and are indistinguishable from gold, but they are lighter and easier to wear.
Diamond, White Diamond, Quartz, Amber, Silver, Sterling Silver, Gold Pla...
Amber Necklace and Earrings with Gold Bead
Located in Darnestown, MD
Unusual amber necklace with oval stones centered with a large 14 karat gold bead. The gold center measures 2 1/8" in width. The necklace can actually be worn in reverse with the deco...
Amber, 14k Gold
$3,324Sale Price|20% Off
Amber 18k Gold and Azzurrite Hand Made Earrings
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Earrings with baltic transparent amber drops and azzurrite linked in gold 24k gr8,90.
Amber, 18k Gold
18Kt Yellow Gold Amethyst and Amber Chandelier Earrings
Located in Cattolica, IT
These elegant earrings has a top side in Amber and 18 Kt yellow gold clip closure. The dangling side is made of six two tone Amethyst wire. The stones has two different briolette cut...
Amber, Amethyst, Yellow Gold
Vintage Baltic Amber and 14K Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Queens, NY
14K Rose Gold Baltic Amber Pendant Necklace, featuring one non-detachable amber pendant approx. 12.50 carats, worn on fine link chain joined by spring ring clasp, marked: "hammer and...
Amber, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Precious Basics Earrings, 18kt Rose Gold, Amber and Peridots
By Colleen B. Rosenblat
Located in Hamburg, DE
Stunning precious basics earrings, set in 18kt rose gold with 2 peridots of 4.14 ct and 2 Amber 115.67 ct. Designed by Colleen B. Rosenblat.
Amber, Peridot, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Graduated Reconstituted Amber and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Rondel Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent reconstituted polished Amber Beads ranging from 18 to 25 mm - and separated by 18t Yellow Gold Rondels measuring from 11 to 16 mm x 3 mm The Beads are terminated by cy...
Amber, 18k Gold
Eli Frei Amber, 18 Karat Gold and Diamond Drop Earrings
By Eli Frei
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
A pair of drop earrings crafted from 18 karat gold, diamonds and amber. The stud drop earrings are formed with three highly polished pieces of cabochon amber which are connected by l...
Amber, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Amber and Diamond Cocktail Ring, 1980s Design
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in 14k yellow gold and hallmarked with purity marks, the ring has a classic golden finish that enhances the amber’s natural warmth.
Amber, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Natural Honey Amber and 14K Gold Pendant, 20th Century Artisan
Located in New York, NY
Striking, large natural amber and 14K gold pendant 20th Century Fabulous natural honey colored amber specimen set in a bespoke ornate 14K yellow gold wirework setting. The intricate ...
Amber, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Baroque Baltic Amber and Turquoise Necklace
By Michael Kanners
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
A chic and striking composition, this 23-inch necklace features a captivating arrangement of baroque-shaped Baltic amber beads ranging in size from 16mm to an impressive 40mm. The wa...
Amber, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Amber Tsavorite and Yellow Sapphire Necklace / Pin 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 80 Ct Natural Amber Tsavorite & Yellow Sapphire Necklace / Pin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Beautiful intense color Of amber It has a bail for chain and clip to be used as pi...
Amber, Yellow Sapphire, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co., Paloma Picasso, 18K Yellow Gold and Amber Bead Necklace
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This fun and colorful Tiffany design by Paloma Picasso features faceted amber beads measuring approximately 20.00 - 32.00 mm with round amber spacer beads measuring 6.00 mm in diamet...
Amber, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dalben Rough Amber and Australian Opal Necklace
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design necklace composed of rough baltic amber big bead , blue-grey Australian opals bead , and a 18 k rose gold clasp. The necklace length is 28 inch ( 71 cm ). Beads dimen...
Amber, Opal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Victorian Amber And Etruscan Style Gold Bracelet by Richard A. Green, Circa 1875
Located in London, GB
An antique amber and gold bracelet, with large amber beads, with gold discs either side, decorated with Etruscan style wirework, with single oval gold links, in a Richard A. Green fi...
Amber, Gold
Seaman Schepps 18K Gold and Amber Shrimp Earclips
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
These Seaman Schepps Gold and Amber Shrimp Earclips feature segments of warm, translucent carved amber seamlessly separated by twisted 18-karat yellow gold wire in a high-polish fini...
18k Gold
Vintage 1940s 4.61 Carat Cabochon Cut Amber and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 4.61 carat amber and 14 karat yellow gold cocktail ring; part of our diverse vintage jewelry and estate jewelry collections.
Amber, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dangle earrings with amber and brillaint cut diamonds up to 0.18ct 18k gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k rose gold earrings set with amber and brilliant-cut diamonds totaling 0.18ct – F/G – VS/SI – 4.2 grams Detailed description: The dimensions of the earring are 2.4 cm long by 1....
Amber, Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Multi-Strand Honey Amber and 14K Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous early 20th Century round natural honey colored amber and 14K gold bead multistrand necklace. Amber: 5mm-6mm beads, lively, ranging in color from golden yellow to light orang...
Amber, Gold, 14k Gold
Retro 3.50 Carat Emerald, Amber and Amethyst Gemstone Ring 14 Karat Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Retro 3.50 Carat Emerald, Amber & Amethyst Gemstone Ring. The ring is a retro art piece featuring a 1.25 carat Green Emerald, 1.25 carat Amethyst & 1 Carat Amber gemstone. The ring i...
Amber, Amethyst, Emerald, 14k Gold
Michael Kanners Amber Tsavorite and Diamond Earrings
By Michael Kanners
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
A delicate and elegant look for non pierced ears. The faceted amber drops are suspended from pave set tsavorite garnets and a diamond connection, for the just the right combination ...
Amber, Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold
Signed Boucheron Akoya Pearl, Amber, Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet in 18k Gold
By Boucheron
Located in Miami, FL
A French signed Boucheron Akoya pearl, amber, sapphire and diamond bracelet from the 1980s, in 18K yellow gold. One of its kind and of high end quality, this signed Boucheron bracele...
Amber, Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Set Of 18K Gold, 925 Silver And Amber Pair Of Earrings, Pendant And Ring
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a set of 18K yellow gold, 925 silver and amber pair of earrings, pendant and ring. They depict an oval cabochon ambers on bezel setting decorated with an 18K gold thin ropes ...
Amber, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Lisner Amber and Green Enamel Flower Gold Tone Brooch, 1960s
Located in Milford, DE
This vintage Lisner brooch features a sculptural flower motif executed in warm amber-toned enamel with gold-tone outlines and detailing.
Gold, Enamel
Vintage Bill Blass Pure Amber & Gold Tribal Ethnic Necklace & Earrings Set
By Bill Blass
Located in San Diego, CA
Bold vintage Bill Blass pure amber stone necklace and earring set. Perfect as a set, or alone. Intricate gold carving. In great condition. Measurements: 16 inches in length on ne...
Michael Kanners Yellow Diamond and Amber Drop Earrings
By Michael Kanners
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
Radiating warmth and light, these one-of-a-kind earrings pair the golden fire of vibrant yellow diamonds with the sunlit glow of fluted amber drops. Each earring is a small sculpture...
Amber, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Christian Dior 1980s Gold Heavy Link with Gold and Amber Rhinestone Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in New York, NY
A sophisticated vintage Christian Dior necklace from the 1980s, beautifully designed with alternating sculptural gold-tone links and luminous emerald-cut rhinestones in warm shades o...
Crystal, Gold Plate
David Webb 18KWG/Plat Amber Bead, Pearl and Diamond Rondelle Necklace
By David Webb
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This David Webb necklace features a single strand of graduated cultured pearls, accented by a large, tumbled amber bead that is set between two rondelles pavé-set with brilliant-cut ...
Diamond, Pearl, Amber, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
David Webb 18KWG/Plat Amber Bead, Pearl and Diamond Rondelle Necklace
By David Webb
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This sophisticated David Webb necklace features a single, large tumbled amber bead as a central focal point, accented by two diamond-set rondelles and integrated into a graduated str...
Diamond, Pearl, Amber, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Sarah Coventry Brown and Amber Enamel Abstract Flower Gold Tone Brooch Pendant
Located in Milford, DE
This vintage Sarah Coventry pin pendant features an abstract floral design rendered in richly layered brown and amber enamel with a subtle metallic shimmer. The sculptural petals are...
Gold, Enamel
Rare Exquisite Estate Art Deco Four Seasons Amber Frosted Glass Vase
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Beautiful Czechoslovakian Amber Colored Four Seasons Frosted Glass Vase of Round Oval Form decorated with Four Beautiful Women Adorned on all ...
Crystal, Amber, Gold, Bronze
Gold Plated Bangle with Amber Glass Intaglio and Faux Cameo and Glass Surround
Located in London, GB
An unusual gold plated bangle bracelet, with a large amber glass intaglio, and faux cameo and glass shoulder detail. Measuring inside diameter 6.1 cm / 2.4 inches, and width at the...
Antique Silver gold gilt Central Asian Amber bead Necklace
Located in London, GB
Antique Central Asian Turkmenistan silver Gold Amber bead Necklace Quality Turkmenistan silver and gilt pendant with rustic amber beads Nice wearable antique piece pendant siz...
Silver
$11,200Sale Price|20% Off
Leon Mege long drop earrings with green amber tsavorite, garnet and moonstones
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
Mughal Style long drops with brilliant green amber briolettes, rare demantoid garnets, tsavorite garnets and Burmese moonstones set in platinum and 18K white gold. The earrings are (...
Amber, Moonstone, Tsavorite, Garnet, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Antique Gold Plated Brooch with Amber Glass Stones and Peachy Pink Enamel Flower
Located in London, GB
Beautiful antique gold plated brooch with faceted amber glass stones, and a pale peachy pink enamel flower. It has a 'C' hook clasp. Measuring width 4 cm / 1.57 inches by 3.3 cm / 1....
$480Sale Price|60% Off
1980s Amber Lucite Suite, Necklace, Bracelets and Earrings
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Rare vintage 1980s Lucite or Acrylic jewelry suite features frosted amber lucite and gold tone metal.
Gold Plate
Vintage YSL Gold Tone Pink and Amber Clip-On Dangle Earrings, Circa 1990s
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
Vintage YSL Pink and Amber Color Dangling Earrings. They are two round discs on top of each other to form these earrings. You don't really see the amber color, but it's an offset th...
Mixed Metal
Vintage 1990s Ciner Gold Tone and Amber Tone Round Clip On Earrings
By Ciner
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Vintage 1990s Ciner Gold Tone and Amber Tone Round Clip On Earrings with Rope Design on Outer Part and Amber Colored Rhinestone Measurements: Diameter: 1.25 "
Angela Caputi Black and Amber with Gold Foil Dangling Resin Clip-On Earrings
By Angela Caputi
Located in Atlanta, GA
These chic Angela Caputi, made in Italy, resin clip-on earrings feature a dangling shape with black contrast against translucent amber geometric pebble beads, all wrapped around gold...
18K Diamond, Yellow Sapphire and Simulated Yellow Amber Center Cocktail Ring
Located in New York, NY
18K Diamond,Yellow Sapphire and Simulated Yellow Amber Center Cocktail Ring Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age. Ring size: 8 Markings: “750...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold
MISANI White Gold and Leather Multi-Gem Charm Necklace with Pearls and diamonds
By Misani Milano
Located in BILBAO, ES
Bold yet refined, this piece embodies MISANI’s modern, unconventional approach to fine jewelry design. - Designer: MISANI - Year: 2006 - Metal: 18K White Gold - Gross Weight: 24.1 g...
Amber, Amethyst, Citrine, Brown Diamond, Garnet, Natural Pearl, Blue Top...
Victorian 14K Gold Amethyst Nephrite Jade and Rock Crystal Station Chain
Located in Venice, CA
This beautiful hand-made 14k gold chain alternates between stations of amethyst and nephrite jade. There are 11 stations that each consist of carved torpedo shaped amethysts or jades...
Amethyst, Jade, Rock Crystal, Amber, 14k Gold
1950s Trifari Gold-Tone Link Necklace and Bracelet Set in Original Box
Located in Milford, DE
This elegant 1950s Trifari jewelry set includes a beautifully crafted gold-tone link necklace and matching bracelet, presented in its original “Jewels by Trifari” satin-lined box. De...
Amber, Crystal
Italian 18K Yellow Gold Twisted Rope Chains Charms Bracelet
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is an Italian 18K yellow gold bracelet with charms. It depicts two twisted rope chains bracelet with six charms. Two of the charms are mid century purses adorned with a flower i...
Amber, Chalcedony, Coral, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fabergé Autumn-Egg, 18k Yellow Gold, Aubergine-Red Enamel, Diamonds 3.34ct G VS
By Fabergé
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Fabergé Autumn Egg, 18k Yellow Gold, Aubergine-Red Enamel, Diamonds 3.34 ct G VS, Obsidian, Agate, Ruby, Amethyst, Coral, Onyx This Fabergé egg, created in 1998 as part of the “Four...
Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, Coral, Amber, Agate, Enamel, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Unavailable
H 0.28 in W 0.6 in L 15.75 in
Handmade Carved white Amber 18k and 24k Gold Choker Necklace
By Aloni jewelry
Located in Tel Aviv-Yafo, Tel Aviv District
this hand made one of a kind necklace made from carved white Baltic amber inlay 24k gold inside the flower, set with red Burma ruby and a vvs clarity white diamonds. the necklace mad...
Amber, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, 24k Gold
Fire Amber Rosary with White Gold and Black Diamonds
Located in Istanbul, TR
Hand made fire amber rosary 14K white gold and 0,13 ct black diamond details. The combination of the rosary ends represent 'integrity'.
Amber, Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Butterscotch Natural Amber Necklace and Bracelet Set in Yellow Gold
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
NUMBER OF PIECES IN THE SET: 2 METAL: 14KT Yellow Gold GENDER: Ladies BRACELET SIZE: 8 in. BRACELET FEATURES: The flexible bracelet features one inch links of oval shaped amber int...
Amber, 14k Gold
Amber and Gold Links Necklace
By Amanda Clark for Altfield
Located in Central, HK
A fabulous 28” L (71.2cmL) necklace with oval Baltic amber beads in butterscotch, lemon, honey and cognac colors, 18k granulated gold links and a granulated 18k gold toggle clasp. ...
Amber, Gold, 18k Gold
Unavailable
H 0.79 in Dm 0.52 in L 18.9 in
Antique Amber Drop Pendant Rose Gold Chain Charm Necklace Vintage Jewelry
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous antique amber drop has a beautiful tactile quality. The warm ochre yellow-orange is dense and smooth, and works perfectly with the rose gold of the chain. The colour an...
Amber, Rose Gold
Pele Amber and Gold Earring
By Madre Hija Design
Located in Leander, TX
Handwoven in a shape of flames, permanent 14k gold-plated and marron Japanese seed beads, with large Baltic Amber chips and beads. Pele is inspired by the goddess of volcanic fire, ...
Amber
Altfield Amber and Antique Gold Necklace
By Amanda Clark for Altfield
Located in Central, HK
This beautiful necklace of large graduated Baltic amber beads is mixed with stunning old Indian 18k gold decorative beads. A unique and highly artistic piece incorporating the work ...
Amber, 18k Gold
Unavailable
Baltic Amber Pendant and Chain Gold Plated
Located in Barnsley, GB
Baltic Amber Pendant And Chain Gold Plated Marbled Yellow Amber stone Butterscotch amber is characterised by its milky white to creamy yellow shade. It is often also referred to as...
Amber, Gold Plate
Gold 8 Carats Diamonds and Amber Vintage Bracelet
Located in Saint-Ouen, FR
A very beautiful vintage bracelet, made circa 1950. Made in yellow gold 18k and set with 8 carats of diamonds and Amber stones. Hallmark for gold 750, probably Italian. Dimensions: ...
Amber, Diamond, Gold
Necklace with sphere and baltic amber gold
By Kamena Jewellery
Located in Gdynia, PL
This chic silver chain necklace with a Baltic amber-encrusted sphere offers a modern twist on classic elegance, perfect for enthusiasts of contemporary jewellery. Necklace is made ...
Amber, Sterling Silver
Dangle Earrings in 18 Karat Gold and Amber
Located in Torre del Greco, IT
A really nice pair of earrings from our collections. It's made up of amber beads and 18kt yellow gold. Hook system. Gold g. 3.3
Amber, 18k Gold, Gold
G. Petochi Amber Gold Necklace and Earring Set
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A modern and elegant amber necklace and earring set mounted in 18 karat yellow gold signed G. Petochi and stamped Roma 750. The necklace is gently curved to lay flat on the neck and ...
Amber, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hoop earrings with spheres and baltic amber gold
By Kamena Jewellery
Located in Gdynia, PL
These elegant gold hoop earrings with Baltic amber spheres combine classic charm and contemporary flair, perfect for elevating any look.
Amber, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate
Necklace with amber pendant and Om symbol gold
By Kamena Jewellery
Located in Gdynia, PL
Baltic amber has been famous for its properties for centuries - it promotes health and happiness.
Amber, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Necklace with amber pendant and name letter gold - K
By Kamena Jewellery
Located in Gdynia, PL
Baltic amber has been famous for its properties for centuries - it promotes health and happiness.
Amber, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Necklace with amber pendant and name letter gold - D
By Kamena Jewellery
Located in Gdynia, PL
Baltic amber has been famous for its properties for centuries - it promotes health and happiness.
Amber, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Necklace with amber pendant and name letter gold - A
By Kamena Jewellery
Located in Gdynia, PL
Baltic amber has been famous for its properties for centuries - it promotes health and happiness.
Amber, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Necklace with amber pendant and name letter gold - M
By Kamena Jewellery
Located in Gdynia, PL
Baltic amber has been famous for its properties for centuries - it promotes health and happiness.
Amber, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Unavailable
Ear cuff with spheres and baltic amber gold
By Kamena Jewellery
Located in Gdynia, PL
Add a touch of sophistication to your accessory collection with this beautifully designed ear cuff, where gold meets the warm glow of Baltic amber. The ear cuff is made of sterling ...
Amber, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Necklace with amber pendant and name letter gold - I
By Kamena Jewellery
Located in Gdynia, PL
Baltic amber has been famous for its properties for centuries - it promotes health and happiness.
Amber, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Necklace with amber pendant and name letter gold - Z
By Kamena Jewellery
Located in Gdynia, PL
Baltic amber has been famous for its properties for centuries - it promotes health and happiness.
Amber, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Necklace with amber pendant and name letter gold - W
By Kamena Jewellery
Located in Gdynia, PL
Baltic amber has been famous for its properties for centuries - it promotes health and happiness.
Amber, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Necklace with amber pendant and name letter gold - U
By Kamena Jewellery
Located in Gdynia, PL
Baltic amber has been famous for its properties for centuries - it promotes health and happiness.
Amber, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Necklace with amber pendant and name letter gold - T
By Kamena Jewellery
Located in Gdynia, PL
Baltic amber has been famous for its properties for centuries - it promotes health and happiness.
Amber, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Necklace with amber pendant and name letter gold - S
By Kamena Jewellery
Located in Gdynia, PL
Baltic amber has been famous for its properties for centuries - it promotes health and happiness.
Amber, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Necklace with amber pendant and name letter gold - R
By Kamena Jewellery
Located in Gdynia, PL
Baltic amber has been famous for its properties for centuries - it promotes health and happiness.
Amber, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Necklace with amber pendant and name letter gold - P
By Kamena Jewellery
Located in Gdynia, PL
Baltic amber has been famous for its properties for centuries - it promotes health and happiness.
Amber, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Necklace with amber pendant and name letter gold - O
By Kamena Jewellery
Located in Gdynia, PL
Baltic amber has been famous for its properties for centuries - it promotes health and happiness.
Amber, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
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.