Bvlgari, 18K Tri-color Gold Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
These Bulgari earrings embody the Roman maison’s bold heritage and sculptural elegance. Crafted in
Vintage 1950s Dangle Earrings
Gold
Bvlgari, 18K Tri-color Gold Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
These Bulgari earrings embody the Roman maison’s bold heritage and sculptural elegance. Crafted in
Gold
Bvlgari B.Zero1 Tri color Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
B.Zero1 collection. Fashioned in 18k yellow, rose, and white gold, it showcases signature tri-color
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Tubogas 18k Tri Color Gold Band Ring - Size 6.5
By Bulgari
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Crafted in Italy, this Bvlgari Tubogas 18k tri-color gold band ring is a stunning example of the
18k Gold
Unavailable
Bulgari B.Zero1 Diamond Tri Color Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Lambertville, NJ
18k rose , white and yellow gold Bvlgari B.Zero1 ring with 0.41ctw G/VS diamonds. Retail $7830. Comes with COA and box. Ring is 11mm wide. Available in size 54 and 56. Marked Bvlga...
Diamond, Gold
Bulgari B.Zero1 Diamond Tri Color Gold Pendant Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Lambertville, NJ
18k rose white and yellow gold Bvlgari B.Zero1 pendant necklace with 0.41ctw G/VS diamonds. Retail $6390. Comes with COA and box. Necklace is 18" long, pendant is 15mm x 8mm. Marked...
Diamond, Gold
Bulgari Three Color Gold Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Naples, FL
18K Tri-Color Bulgari Necklace Stamped Bvlgari 2337AL. Beautifully made and signed.
18k Gold
Bulgari Tri Color Gold Monete Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in San Antonio, TX
Beautiful vintage Bulgari Tri Color 18k Gold Monete Necklace. The curb link chain is 15 1/2" long
18k Gold
Bulgari Tri-Color Gold Collapsible Men’s Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A Bulgari tri-color 18 karat yellow gold collapsible men’s ring. Size 11, not resizable.
Gold
Iconic Vintage Bulgari Tri-Color 18k Gold Tubogas Necklace
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Iconic Vintage Bulgari Tri-Color 18k Gold Tubogas Necklace An exquisite 1980s Bulgari Tubogas
18k Gold
Bulgari Tri-Color 18 Karat Gold Serpenti Tubogas Snake Watch
By Bulgari
Located in MIAMI, FL
technique for the band and a watch face where the head of the snake would be. Bulgari Tri-Color Gold
18k Gold
Bulgari Tri-Color 18 Karat Gold Serpenti Tubogas Snake Watch, circa 1990s
By Bulgari
Located in Braintree, GB
Bulgari Tri-Color Gold Serpenti Tubogas Snake Watch, Circa 1990's Gender: Ladies Case Diameter
18k Gold
Bulgari Tri-Color Gold Love Knot Earclips
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A chic pair of tri-color 18 karat gold love knot earclips by Bulgari. Made in Italy, circa 1970.
Gold
1990s Bulgari Tri-Color Gold Tubogas Bracelet Watch
By Bulgari
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
iconic Bulgari design coils around your wrist in a serpentine display that bridges the gap between a
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Lady's Tricolor Gold Tubogas mechanical Wristwatch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A Bulgari Tri-Colour Gold Lady’s Wristwatch with mechanical movement. Made in Italy, circa 1965.
18k Gold
1980s Rose White and Yellow Gold Ring by Bulgari
By Bulgari
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
unembellished. The Bulgari tri color ring is hallmarked to the interior of the shanks with the Italian town and
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Wide Tri-Color Gold Collar Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Tri-Color Gold Wide Collar Necklace by Bulgari. Details: Necklace Length: 19" Weight: 278.1
18k Gold
Bulgari Vintage Tri-Color Textured Gold Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage (c.1970s) Bulgari bracelet made of textured 18k yellow, white and rose gold. Features the
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari 1980s Tri-Color Gold Piccola Catene Watch
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exquisite tri-color 18k gold watch by Bulgari from Piccola Catene ("small chain") collection
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Tubogas Ladies Tri-Color Bvlgari Watch BB191T
By Bulgari
Located in Dallas, TX
Bulgari Tubogas Ladies Tri-colo Bvlgari Watch BB191T - Quartz. 18k yellow gold case with bezel
Bulgari Tubogas Tri Color Gold Wrap Bracelet Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Classic 18k tri color gold wrap Tubogas bracelet watch by Bvlgari, with black dial and quartz
Gold
Bvlgari Bulgari Vintage Tri-Color Textured Gold Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage (c.1970s) Bulgari bracelet made of textured 18k yellow, white, and rose gold connected
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Tubogas Tri-Color Bracelet-Watch Rectangular Dial
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A chic coiled tri-colored gold tubogas bracelet terminating in a rectangular dial with black
18k Gold
Bulgari Bvlgari Tubogas Serpent Snake Tri-Color Gold Bracelet Watch
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
Bulgari lady's 18k tri-color gold (yellow, white, rose) Tubogas serpent bracelet watch. This watch
Gold
Bulgari Ladies Tri-Color Gold Tubogas Serpent Snake Bracelet Wristwatch
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
Bulgari lady's 18k tri-color gold Tubogas Serpent Snake bracelet watch. Details: Model: BB191T
Gold
Bulgari Naturalia Diamond Ring 18K Tri Color Gold Ruby Eyes Size 6.25
By Bulgari
Located in Fairfield, CT
Bulgari Naturalia Diamond Ring 18K Tri Color Gold Ruby Eyes Size 6.25 Made by Bvlgari, this 18k
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Bvlgari 18 Karat Tri-Color Gold Model BB232T 23mm Tubogas Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari Bvlgari 18 Karat Tri-Color Gold Model BB232T 23mm Tubogas Watch Maker: Bvlgari Model
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari 18 Karat Tri-Color Gold Tubogas Serpenti Flex Band Quartz Wrist Watch
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring an 18 karat tri-color gold tobogas link cuff band Black dial with sapphire crystal Gold
18k Gold
Bvlgari Bulgari 18 Karat Tri-Color Gold BB 30 2T Large Dial Tubogas Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bvlgari Bulgari 18 Karat Tri-Color Gold More Rare Large Dial Tubogas Watch model BB 30 2T 30mm
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Tri-Color Bracelet Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A very beautiful, vintage Bvlgari tri-color watch of yellow gold, white gold, and rose gold. This
Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari 18K Tri Color BB191T Tricolor Tubogas Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
in an elegant tri color gold. This is a Bulgari-Bulgari Tubogas style that was born in 1980's and
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari 18K Tri Color BB191T Tricolor Tubogas Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
in an elegant tri color gold. This is a Bulgari-Bulgari Tubogas style that was born in 1980's and
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari 18K Gold Tri Color BB191T Serpenti Tubogas Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
in an elegant tri color gold. This is a Bulgari-Bulgari Tubogas style that was born in 1980's and
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari 18K Gold Tri Color BB191T Serpenti Tubogas Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
in an elegant tri color gold. This is a Bulgari-Bulgari Tubogas style that was born in 1980's and
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Italian 18 Karat Tri Color Lvcea Tubogas Wristwatch
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Bvlgari Italian 18 Karat Tri Color Lvcea Tubogas Wristwatch. Crafted in 18 karat solid yellow
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari 18K Tri Color BB 23 2T Tubogas Wristwatch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the epitome of luxury with the Bvlgari Tubogas watch in 18K white and yellow gold. This masterpiece, driven by a precise quartz movement, boasts a refined 23mm case size...
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari 18K Tri Color Square Bezel Tubogas SQ 29T Wristwatch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Discover timeless elegance with our Estate Bvlgari Watch, a true vintage masterpiece. This exquisite timepiece, model SQ292T, boasts a precise quartz movement for reliable timekeepin...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
BVLGARI Italy CERTAURA COLLECTION 18k Tri Color Gold Choker Necklace 1980s
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bvlgari Italy 18k Tri Color Gold Choker Necklace Vintage 1980s Here is your chance to purchase a
Gold
Bvlgari 18k Tri Color Tubogas Serpenti Bb191t Double Wrap Black Dial Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
: Tubogas Serpenti will wrap your wrist more than twice in an elegant tri color gold. This is a Bulgari
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari 18 Karat Tri-Color Gold Serpenti Tubogas Diamond Bracelet Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
technique, with a flexible and tubular litheness. With precious colour contrasts of gold radiating glamour
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari 18K Tri Color Square Diamond Bezel Tubogas SQ 222 T Wristwatch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Ladies Bvlgari 18K Tri Color Square Diamond Bezel Tubogas SQ 222 T Watch. Excellent condition, this
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Serpenti 18 Karat Tri-Color Gold 92 Grams Bangle / Bracelet Designer
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bvlgari Serpenti 18 Karat Tri color Gold 92grams Bvlgari Snake Braclet Estate This elegant Serpenti
18k Gold, Gold
Bvlgari Italy 18 Karat Tri Color Gold Hoop Huggie Earrings Vintage, circa 1980s
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer pair of earrings. Truly a great piece at a great price! Weight: 23.4 grams Dimensions: 24 mm by 12.3 ...
18k Gold
Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Flex Chevron Link Tubogas Bangle Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
18K Tri color Bulgari tubogas bracelet in 18K rose, yellow and white gold. Wrist size 6.25 inches
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s Bulgari Tri Color Gold Love Knot Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950s Bulgari 18K Yellow, White and Pink Gold Love Knot earrings. Measuring 1 inch in
18k Gold
Bulgari Piramide Tri-Color Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Houston, TX
This ring from Bulgari's Piramide collection is 18kt yellow, rose, and white gold. It is finger
18k Gold
Bulgari Celtaura Tri-Color Gold Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
18kTri-Color Gold Celtaura Band Ring by Bulgari. This ring comes with an original Bulgari box
18k Gold
Bulgari Spiga Tri Color Gold Snake Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Chicago, IL
Bulgari, Spiga Collection 18K, Yellow, White and Rose Gold Flexible, coiled, Snake Ring, 3/4 inch
18k Gold
Bulgari Lady's Tri-Color Gold Tubogas Serpent Bracelet Watch
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
Bulgari lady's 18k tri-color gold (yellow, white, rose) Tubogas serpent bracelet watch. This watch
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold
Bulgari Ladies Tri-Color Gold Tubogas Serpent Snake Bracelet Wristwatch
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
Bulgari lady's 18k tri-color gold Tubogas Serpent Snake bracelet watch. This watch comes with
Gold
BULGARI Tubogas 18k Tri-Color Multi-Tone Gold Wrap Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous BUlgari ring from the classic Tubogas collection features a slightly adjustable wrap
Gold
Bvlgari Serpenti Tubogas 18K Tri-Color Gold Bracelet Bulgari Watch
By Bulgari
Located in Miami, FL
This 1990's Serpenti Tubogas Watch Designed by Bvlgari France offers flexibility and the perfect complement for any ensemble. Crafted in pure 150.7 grams of 18K rose, white, and yel...
Gold
BVLGARI BULGARI 18 Karat Tri-Color Tubogas Wrap Watch Model BB191T Serpenti
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
BVLGARI BULGARI 18 Karat Tri-Color Tubogas Wrap Watch Model BB191T Maker: Bvlgari Model: BB191T
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Tri Color Gold Snake Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A recognizable timeless piece from Bvlgari. Triple coil snake in 3 colors of 18k gold; yellow, white, and rose. Ring is size 6. Signed Bvlgari and numbered.
18k Gold
Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Circular Tri-Color Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bold and Iconic Bulgari 18K yellow gold sapphire, coral, and agate earring. This authentic
Agate, Coral, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
BVLGARI Tubogas Tri-Color 18k Gold Wrap Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
These fabulous Bvlgari clip-on wrap earrings feature the classic Tubogas design crafted in yellow, white, and rose gold. Made in Italy circa 1990s. Measurements: 0.47" (12mm) width, ...
18k Gold
Bvlgari Tubogas 18 Karat Tri Color Black Dial BBT91T Watch
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Tri-tone Bvlgari Tubogas Ladies Vintage Watch BBT91T. Black dial 19mm wide with stick hour markers
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Lady's Tricolor Gold Tubogas Serpent Bracelet Wristwatch
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
Bulgari lady's 18k tri-color gold (yellow, white, rose) Tubogas serpent bracelet watch. This
18k Gold
Bulgari Lady's Tricolor Gold Tubogas Serpent Bracelet Wristwatch
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
Bulgari lady's 18k tri-color gold (yellow, white, rose) Tubogas serpent bracelet watch. This
18k Gold
Bulgari Lady's Tricolor Gold Tubogas Serpent Bracelet Wristwatch
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
Bulgari lady's 18k tri-color gold (yellow, white, rose) Tubogas serpent bracelet watch. Details
18k Gold
Bvlgari Bulgari Tubogas 18 Karat Yellow White, Rose Gold Flexible Wrap Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Antwerp, BE
Tubogas 18k Tri Color Gold Wrap Band. This authentic Bvlgari piece is finely crafted from 18k yellow
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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Cartier Paris Modern Kinetic Clash De Cartier Band in Solid 18 Karat White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Clash ring designed by Cartier. This ring is one of the most ultimate and popular creations by the iconic French jewelry house of Cartier. This piece is part of the Clash de Cartier...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari 18 K White Gold Parentesi Band Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
18 K white Gold bracket Ring from the Parentesi Collection. 18k white Gold Parentesi band ring by Bulgari. Ring size 14/54 (US ring size 7), the ring is slighty flexible in size as ...
18k Gold, White Gold
BVLGARI Alveare Yellow & White Two-Tone Gold Coil Ring Size 52
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Bvlgari ring from the Alveare collection features a coiled design composed of geometric links crafted in 18k white and yellow gold. This ring has a slightly adjustable ...
White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari 1980s Ruby Cabochon Gold Chain Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
1980s 18k gold chain ring by Bvlgari, with oval ruby cabochon (approx. 2.08ct). Ring size 7.25-7.5, widest point of the ring is 10mm. Marked: Bvlgari. Weight - 7.5 grams.
Ruby, Gold
Bulgari Amethyst & Citrine White Gold Bypass Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2016 Bulgari 18k White Gold Bypass Ring, measuring 5/8 inch across the top, having a ribbed design and set with a Pear shape Amethyst and a Pear shape Citrine each being approx...
Amethyst, Citrine, 18k Gold
Bvlgari Bulgari 18k Gold Ring Aquamarine
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Bulgari 18k gold ring, featuring an aquamarine. The ring is created in stylized Doppio Cuore design. The gemstone set in a half dome style, offering translucent appearance and a su...
Aquamarine, 18k Gold
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond Twist Ring 6.5
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. Etoile 18K Gold Diamond Twist Ring 6.5 Metal: 18K gold Size: 6.5 Band Width: 7mm at the widest point Weight: 8.40 grams Diamond: 12 round brilliant diamonds, cara...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage Cartier Blue Sapphire Round 18k Tricolour Multi Tone Gold Solitaire Ring
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Round Cut Sapphire 18k Tri Colour Multi Tone Gold Solitaire Ring. Stunning multi tone gold ring set with a fine vivid blue sapphire. Fine jewellery houses like Carti...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Parentesi Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Napoli, NA
Iconic and rare vintage Bulgari Parentesi 18 carat yellow gold ring is composed of sculpted geometric links Has a total weight of 12,98 grams. The actual size is 5, flexible up t...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Bulgari Monete 18K Gold and Ancient Silver Coin Ring, Circa 1990, Italy
By Bulgari
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
BVLGARI Monete silver coin 18 karat gold ring Gross weight 19.9 gram, Measurement top: 18.7x19.9mm Engraved: REPVBBLICA 211 A.C 750 hallmark, Made in Italy mark and Signed Bvlgari ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Serpenti Tubogas Ring in 18k Yellow Gold and Steel, 1980s
By Bulgari
Located in Napoli, NA
A striking and iconic vintage Bulgari Serpenti Tubogas ring from the 1980s, crafted in a luxurious combination of 18k yellow gold and stainless steel. This elegant piece wraps fluidl...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18k White And Yellow Gold Twist Swirl Band Ring 6mm
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 18k Yellow & White Gold Band Ring. Vintage VCA ring with an unique yellow and white multi-tone gold twist/swirl design. 6mm width. The ring is engraved V...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K Cartier Tri-Color Ring
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
Vintage 18K Cartier Tri-Color Ring – Yellow Gold, White Gold, and Rose Gold A stunning vintage Cartier ring crafted from a blend of 18K yellow gold, white gold, and rose gold, showc...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari B.Zero1 18k Gold & Black Ceramic Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Bulgari B.Zero1 18k Gold & Black Ceramic Bracelet is a striking representation of modern elegance and innovative design. Launched as part of Bulgari's iconic B.Zero1 collecti...
18k Gold
Rare Vintage Bvlgari Alveare Parentesi 18k Yellow Gold & Steel Spring Snake Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Birmingham, GB
Very Rare Vintage Bvlgari Alveare 18k Yellow Gold & Steel Spring Snake Ring. A beautiful vintage mixed metal gold and steel Bvlgari Alveare ring with flexible spring design. This s...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Mixed Metal
Van Cleef & Arpels Limited 10Motif Alhambra Necklace in Letterwood and rose gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, England
Van Cleef and Arpels 10 Motifs Vintage Alhambra Necklace in Bois d'Amourette Letterwood and 18k hammered rose gold. Pink Gold . Numbered n.242 very limited edition VCA necklace from ...
Rose Gold
Greek silversmith Sotirios Voulgaris arrived in Rome in 1881 and set up his own shop there in 1884, calling it Bulgari, an Italianization of his last name (in the brand's logo, it's styled BVLGARI, using the classical Latin alphabet in a nod to ancient Roman culture). In 1905, he opened the company’s flagship boutique on Rome’s Via dei Condotti. Since then, Bulgari has looked to Rome as a source of reference for its fanciful and decidedly romantic designs for necklaces, bracelets, earrings and other accessories.
Although the iconic jewelry house found success with its silverwork and Art Deco designs, popular through the 1920s, Bulgari’s signature style — bold, often using yellow gold embellished with big colorful gemstones — began to emerge when Sotirios’s sons inherited the business, in 1932.
The brand truly hit its stride in the dolce vita era of the 1950s and ’60s, when the founder’s grandsons Paolo, Gianni and Nicola Bulgari decisively departed from demure traditional styles to develop the house’s exuberant multi-gem looks, attracting celebrity collectors like Elizabeth Taylor.
In the 1940s, Bulgari debuted perhaps its most famous design, the Serpenti bracelet watch. The piece’s snakelike coils were made possible by the tubogas jewelry technique, which links a flexible series of thin horizontal bands. Both the sleek, modern tubogas construction and the sinuous snake motif continue to be synonymous with the Bulgari brand.
On 1stDibs, the collection of vintage Bulgari jewelry includes rings, pendant necklaces, watches and other accessories.
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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