Medieval Zoomorphic Sapphire Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
Medieval zoomorphic sapphire ring. An important piece, horizontally set with a sapphire cabochon
Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold
Medieval Carnelian Intaglio Gold Lion Ring
Located in London, GB
Medieval lion intaglio ring. Set centrally with an oval cabochon carnelian intaglio engraved with a
Carnelian, Yellow Gold
Exquisite Engraved Gold Medieval Posy Ring c. 1400 – 1450
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1400 – 1450 This exceptionally rare medieval posy ring is crafted in high-karat gold
Gold
Post Medieval Gold Posy Ring TOVT IOVRS LOIALL
Located in London, GB
Post Medieval gold posy ring '+ TOVT IOVRS LOIALL' ('ever faithful'). A smooth D-shape band
Yellow Gold
Antique Circa 14th Century Medieval sapphire gold ring
Located in London, GB
Medieval sapphire ring. An impressive ring, set with a cabochon natural unenhanced sapphire in a
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold
Cross Potent Medieval AE Bronze Coin Pendant w/ 18K gold trim
Located in Atlanta, GA
A Medieval AE bronze coin from the reign of Hetoum I of Armenia, circa 1226-1270 AD. On the obverse
18k Gold, Bronze
Medieval sapphire ring, circa 15th century.
Located in London, GB
Medieval sapphire ring. Set with a hexagonal table cut natural sapphire in a closed back rubover
Sapphire, Gold
Medieval Gold Ring with Garnet and Mythical Creatures c. 1200 – 1300 AD
Located in Chicago, IL
(approximately 20.95 kt) is a striking example of Veneto-Byzantine medieval jewelry, distinguished by its high
Garnet, Gold
Medieval Iconographic Ring, circa 13th-15th Century
Located in London, GB
Medieval iconographic ring. The central heart shaped bezel engraved with 'IHS' (a Christogram
18k Gold
Post Medieval Signet Ring, circa 16th-17th Century
Located in London, GB
Post Medieval signet ring. Composed of an oval plaque featuring a finely engraved image of a
Yellow Gold
Medieval Garnet Cabochon Ring, circa 1200-1400
Located in London, GB
Medieval garnet cabochon ring. Set to centre with a single octagonal cabochon natural unenhanced
Garnet, Yellow Gold
Medieval Sapphire and Emerald Ring, circa 1200-1500
Located in London, GB
Medieval sapphire and emerald ring. Set to centre with a hexagonal cabochon natural sapphire in a
Emerald, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Medieval Cross Ring – Diamonds & Pink Sapphires 22K Gold & Silver
By Bracken Jewelers
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Echoing the grandeur of medieval craftsmanship, this regal shield ring is adorned with a brilliant
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Medieval Garnet Gold Ring, circa 13th-15th Century
Located in London, GB
Medieval garnet gold ring. Set with a rectangular faceted garnet in a closed back rubover setting
Garnet, Gold
Elizabeth Gage Medieval Coin 18Karat Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
By Elizabeth Gage
Located in New York City, NY
For your consideration, the following medieval coin 18k yellow gold bracelet is a unique and
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Medieval Sapphire Fede Ring, circa 14th Century AD
Located in London, GB
Medieval sapphire fede ring. Centrally set with one oval cabochon natural unenhanced sapphire in a
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Medieval Cabochon Sapphire Ring, circa 13th-14th Century
Located in London, GB
Medieval cabochon sapphire ring. Centrally set with an oval cabochon natural unenhanced sapphire in
Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Medieval 15th Century Iconographic Gold Saint Christopher Ring
Located in London, GB
Medieval iconographic ring with Saint Christopher. A yellow gold ring, with rectangular bezel
Yellow Gold
Medieval sapphire cabochon gold ring circa 14-15th century
Located in London, GB
Medieval sapphire cabochon gold ring. Set with a hexagonal cabochon natural unenhanced sapphire in
Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold
Coco Chanel Medieval Style Quatrefoil Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Coco Chanel Medieval style brooch, quatrefoil in form of ruby pate de verre with multiple handmade
Gold Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal
Medieval Garnet and Turquoise Finger Ring, circa 1250-1450 AD
Located in London, GB
Medieval garnet and turquoise finger ring. Set with one oval table cut garnet in a closed back
Garnet, Turquoise, Gold
Medieval Sapphire Love Ring, English, circa 1350-1550
Located in London, GB
Medieval sapphire love ring. Set to centre with a natural unenhanced cabochon sapphire in a closed
Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Medieval 12th Century Venice Silver Christ Coin Diamond 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
the Venetian Republic) between 1252-1256 rests in the center of an artisan crafted 18K gold "single
Diamond, 18k Gold
Medieval Iconographic Ring with the Holy Trinity, English, circa 15th Century
Located in London, GB
Medieval iconographic ring with the holy trinity. A yellow gold ring with an oval bezel finely
Yellow Gold
Post-Medieval enamel mourning ring, circa 1706.
Located in London, GB
Post-Medieval enamel mourning ring. A smoothly conforming half round band, featuring an engraved
Yellow Gold, Enamel
Scarce Medieval Gold Garnet Ring Antique 13th Century Talisman Signet Ring
Located in London, GB
An exceptionally rare late 13th century Medieval period gold ring, made either France or England
Garnet, 22k Gold
Post Medieval Sapphire Gold Fleur-de-lis Ring, circa 16th Century
Located in London, GB
Post medieval sapphire fleur-de-lis ring. An impressive and extremely rare ring, set with two kite
Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Gold
Post Medieval memento mori ring, 'in god alone we too are one' circa 18th c
Located in London, GB
Post Medieval momento mori ring,'in god alone we too are one'. A rare ring, the exterior of the D
Yellow Gold
Late Medieval Iconographic Ring, circa 15th Century
Located in London, GB
Late Medieval iconographic ring. A yellow gold ring featuring a central rectangular bezel, finely
Gold
Medieval turquoise stirrup ring, circa 15th century
Located in London, GB
Medieval turquoise stirrup ring. Set with an oval cabochon natural turquoise in a closed back
Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Post Medieval Gold Fleur-de-Lis Signet Ring, circa 17th Century AD
Located in London, GB
Post Medieval gold fleur-de-lis signet ring. A heavy yellow gold signet ring, the central circular
Yellow Gold
Post-Medieval Rock Crystal Ring, circa 1680-1720.
Located in London, GB
Post-Medieval Rock Crystal Ring. Set to centre with an octagonal faceted rock crystal in a closed
Rock Crystal, Yellow Gold
Madonna Cameo Victorian Medieval Pendant Brooch 14kt 12562
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
beautiful cameo brooch pendant 17 x 11mm overall 25 x 20mm 14kt yellow gold 4.6 grams
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Post Medieval fede ring with posy, circa 1650-1720
Located in London, GB
Post Medieval fede ring with posy, circa 1650-1720. A yellow gold fede ring, finely carved to
Gold, Yellow Gold
Medieval gold posy ring, 'Love is the bond of peace', circa early 17th century
Located in London, GB
Post medieval gold posy ring. A smoothly conforming yellow gold D-shape band, engraved to the
Gold
Post Medieval Sergeant-at-Law ring 'Long Live the King and the Law' Gold Ring
Located in London, GB
Post Medieval Sergeant-at-Law ring 'Long Live the King and the Law'. A wide yellow gold ring
Yellow Gold
Late Medieval Engraved Posy Ring, 'For Good Love', Circa 15th Century.
Located in London, GB
Post Medieval Engraved Posy Ring, 'For Good Love'. A yellow gold flat band, the exterior engraved
Gold
Late Medieval Iconographic Ring Depicting the Holy Trinity, circa 1470-1480
Located in London, GB
Late Medieval iconographic ring depicting the Holy Trinity. A yellow gold ring featuring a central
Yellow Gold
Maison Gripoix for Chanel Large Medieval Trefoil Poured Glass Earclips
By Maison Gripoix for Chanel
Located in New York, NY
Maison Gripoix for Chanel medieval inspired trefoil large earclips with poured glass enamel
Gilt Metal, Gold Plate, Enamel
Post-Medieval posy ring 'loue is the bonde of peace', circa 1600-1650.
Located in London, GB
Post-Medieval posy ring 'loue is the bonde of peace'. An ornately crafted gold posy ring featuring
Yellow Gold
Post Medieval posy ring 'Live in love and love in god *', circa 17th century.
Located in London, GB
Post Medieval posy ring 'Live in love and love in god *'. A smoothly conforming posy ring, engraved
Yellow Gold
Post Medieval Posy Ring 'Let this present my good intent', circa 17th Century
Located in London, GB
Post Medieval engraved posy ring 'Let this present my good intent'. A rare ring, the exterior of
Yellow Gold
Post Medieval 22K Posy Ring shaped in a Love Knot, I will be Faithful To the End
Located in Baltimore, MD
Rare, historic sixteenth century posy (or posey) ring. Posey rings were popular in France and England during the late middle ages until the 18th century and were given as gifts betw...
Gold, 22k Gold
Cross Hatch Deco Round Raised Dome Button Cufflinks 14kt gold 12366
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous Cross Hatch 3D texture cufflinks 14kt yellow gold 15.8 grams 20mm wide Depth: 5.8mm 17
14k Gold
Tourmaline Pendant in 22 Karat gold
By Pamela Farland
Located in New York, NY
Medieval/Celtic style pendant with a dark peach Tourmaline cabochon with lively inclusions bringing
Tourmaline, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Blue Chalcedony and Ruby Pendant in 22karat gold
By Pamela Farland
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the bold forms of Medieval jewelry, this substantial bullet-shaped blue chalcedony
Chalcedony, Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Jerusalem Cross Pendant with Widow's Mite Coin
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent 14K yellow gold Jerusalem cross pendant, intricately designed with textured details
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Viking gold coiled ring, circa 9th-11th century AD.
Located in London, GB
Viking gold coiled ring. A yellow gold sinuous spiraling ring, the subtly hammered band ornamented
Gold
Antique Unisex 24k Gold "Kundan" Cufflinks with Natural Diamonds and Rubies
Located in New York, NY
An antique pair of unisex 24K gold "Kundan" cufflinks set with natural diamonds and rubies. The
Diamond, Ruby, 24k Gold
Tanzanite and Diamond Bracelet set in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Tampa, FL
Tanzanite and Diamond Bracelet in 14k Yellow Gold Illuminate your wrist with the vibrant beauty of
Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
12.62ct Ethiopian opal stone in 14k yellow gold for pendant
Located in Delhi, DL
This is a beautiful opal stone set in 14K gold. It consists of: Gross weight- 4.270g Gemstone
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Colleen B. Rosenblat amethyst golden beryl gold earrings
By Colleen B. Rosenblat
Located in Hamburg, DE
Beautiful amethyst and golden beryl were used in these eye-catching white gold earrings by Colleen
Amethyst, Beryl, 18k Gold, White Gold
11.15 Gram Cameo Clip-On Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pair of cameo earrings features a carved female profile, finely set in 18k yellow gold
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Polished Sterling Silver Accented with 14k Yellow Gold Cuff Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Wonderfully fine detailed polished sterling silver cuff bracelet accented with 14k yellow gold on
1829 Signet Men Intaglio Ring Chalcedony solid 18K Gold ØUS9.5 /10.5gr
Located in SE
dealing with old jewelry for any sizing requires heating and change of the band's shape. Polishing of the
Chalcedony, 18k Gold
Viking gold engraved faux twist ring, circa 9th-11th century AD.
Located in London, GB
Viking gold engraved faux twist ring. A yellow gold ring, with richly engraved lines suggesting
Natural turquoise stone in 18k gold with Natural diamonds for pendant
Located in Delhi, DL
This is a beautiful turquoise stone set in 18K gold with pave diamonds. It consists of: Gemstone
Diamond, Turquoise
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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