Art Deco Platinum Diamond and Colombian Emerald Drop Earrings
Located in Braintree, GB
A pair of Art Deco platinum earrings crafted circa 1920s, set with old European cut diamonds and natural Colombian emerald drops. Each earring features a line of graduated bezel-set ...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$6,598Sale Price|20% Off
18K Gold Diamond, Pearl, and Emerald Flower Brooch
Located in Braintree, GB
The stem is elegantly accented with baguette-cut diamonds. Two carved cabochon emerald leaves add a vibrant green contrast, enhancing the natural floral design.
18k Gold
Spectra Fine Jewelry Emerald Diamond Romantic Chandelier Earrings
By Spectra Fine Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
The cabochon emerald is one of the oldest and most coveted gemstones since ancient times.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
GIA Certified 28 Ct Emerald Cabochon & Diamond Drops Hanging Earrings 14 KYG
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 28 Ct Emerald Cabochon & Diamond Drops Hanging Earrings 14 KYG This exquisite pair of earrings are beautifully crafted with 14 karat yellow gold weighing 14 grams Two...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage 15.30 carat citrine and emerald 18k yellow gold ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Flanking the citrine are two cabochon cut emeralds totaling approximately 2.60 carats, their smooth domed surfaces and deep green color providing a striking contrast to the citrine’s...
Citrine, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb White Enamel Tiger Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Designed by David Webb in 1965, this 18K gold and white enamel tiger brooch is set with diamonds and emeralds. The 18K gold tiger with white champlevé enamel stripes, pear-shaped cab...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Platinum/ 18 Karat Yellow Gold 2.67 Carat Diamond Salamander Brooch
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
His eyes are set with cabochon emerald eyes. The salamander measures 2-1/2 " x 1-1/8".
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Emerald Modern Style Clip-on Earrings in Yellow Gold with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These modern-style earrings are made of 18 karat yellow gold with detachable natural cabochon emerald drops measuring 9.5 x 7 x 6 mm each, totaling around 6 carats, and 6 round diamo...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
1.00ct Diamond Emerald 18k Yellow and White Gold Frog Pin
Located in New York, NY
The eyes are brought vividly to life with richly hued cabochon emeralds, lending a striking contrast of deep green vibrancy against the warm and cool tones of the dual gold setting.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1.70 Carat Emerald Diamond Pearl Yellow Gold Sailboat Brooch
Located in Stamford, CT
This exquisite piece is a small masterpiece, designed to evoke the magical allure of the sea. The vibrant emerald gleam with the three freshwater pearls. The yellow gold sails are ad...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Contemporary Stud Earrings in Rose Gold with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These modern-style stud earrings are made of 18-karat rose gold with detachable natural cabochon emerald drops measuring 9.5 x 7 x 6 mm each, totaling around 6 carats, and 6 round di...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Modern Style Eighteen Karat Rose Gold with Diamonds Pendant Necklace
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This modern style pendant necklace is made of 18 karat rose gold with detachable natural cabochon emerald drop 9,5x7x6 mm, around 3 carats, and 3 round diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Carved Jade & Green Emerald Onyx Diamond Dangle 14K White Gold Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Made in 14k white gold, the top link of these earrings is cabochon emeralds, onyx, and small white diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold
Emerald Contemporary Pendant Necklace in 18 Karat White Gold with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary pendant necklace is crafted from 18 karat white gold and features a detachable natural cabochon emerald drop measuring 9.5x7x6 mm and weighing around 3 carats, alon...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
1980s Mario Buccellati Tulle Emerald and Diamond Earrings
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Roma, RM
At the center of each earring rests a vibrant oval cabochon emerald, carefully bezel-set in rich yellow gold to emphasize its saturated green color and natural character.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
13.72 Carat Emerald and 0.14 Carat Diamond Drop Earrings in 18K White Gold
Located in Warszawa, PL
The central focus of the design is a pair of natural pear-shaped cabochon emeralds with a combined weight of approximately 13.72 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, White Gold
Emerald Contemporary Stud Earrings in White Gold with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These modern-style stud earrings are made of 18-karat white gold with detachable natural cabochon emerald drops measuring 9.5 x 7 x 6 mm each, totaling around 6 carats, and 6 round d...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
$10,000Sale Price|20% Off
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Leopard Enamel Cuff Links With Box
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Expertly handcrafted in rich 18K yellow gold, each cufflink is sculpted as a finely detailed leopard head, brought to life with hand-applied black enamel spots and vibrant cabochon e...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Custom Made White Gold Emerald Modern Style Clip-On Earrings with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These modern style clip-on earrings are made of 18 karat white gold with detachable natural cabochon emerald drops 9,5x7x6 mm each, around 6 carats in total, and 6 round diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Contemporary Clip-on Earrings in Yellow Gold with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These modern-style clip-on earrings are made of 18-karat yellow gold with detachable natural cabochon emerald drops measuring 9.5 x 7 x 6 mm each, totaling around 6 carats, and 6 rou...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
55 Carat Pear Shape Emerald Cabochon & 5.5 Ct Diamond Ring /Pendant 14 Kt Gold
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds: approximate 5.5 Carat 14 Karat white gold , ring weight 32 gm, 14 k gold 20.3 gm Emerald:55 Carat Color: Deep Green, Transparent extreme Fine Color Quality One of our ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Toi et Moi Crossover Cocktail Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Crafted in warm 18 carat yellow gold, this charming vintage cocktail ring features a graceful toi et moi crossover design, bringing together two vivid natural cabochon gemstones. At...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Vintage Tiffany & Co. Round Emerald Diamond 18k Gold Cluster Flower Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Natural Round Cabochon Emerald And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Flower 'Buttercup' Ring.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18k Yellow Gold Raja Tears Green Emeralds, Rubies, Diamond Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
The focal point of the buckle features a mesmerizing pear-shaped cabochon emerald and a pear-shaped cabochon ruby, both radiating with vibrant colors and exquisite clarity.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Emerald Modern Style Clip-on Earrings in Yellow Gold with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These modern-style clip-on earrings are made of 18-karat yellow gold with detachable natural cabochon emerald drops measuring 9.5 x 7 x 6 mm each, totaling around 6 carats, and 6 rou...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Contemporary Stud Earrings in Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These modern-style stud earrings are made of 18-karat yellow gold with detachable natural cabochon emerald drops measuring 9.5 x 7 x 6 mm each, totaling around 6 carats, and 6 round ...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Contemporary Stud Earrings in Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary stud earrings are made of 18 karat yellow gold with detachable natural cabochon emerald drops 9,5x7x6 mm each, around 6 carats in total, and 6 round diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Modern Style Clip-On Earrings in Rose Gold with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These modern-style clip-on earrings are made of 18-karat rose gold with detachable natural cabochon emerald drops measuring 9.5 x 7 x 6 mm each, totaling around 6 carats, and 6 round...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Custom Made Emerald Clip-on Earrings in Yellow Gold with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These modern-style earrings are made of 18-karat yellow gold with detachable natural cabochon emerald drops measuring 9.5 x 7 x 6 mm each, totaling around 6 carats, and 6 round diamo...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Clip-On Earrings in Eighteen Karat Rose Gold with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These modern-style clip-on earrings are made of 18-karat rose gold with detachable natural cabochon emerald drops measuring 9.5 x 7 x 6 mm each, totaling around 6 carats, and 6 round...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
CoCo Chanel Renaissance Crest Brooch
By Robert Goossens for Chanel
Located in Riverdale, NY
CoCo Chanel Renaissance style oval crest brooch in a modified quatrefoil form with signature cabochon emerald and ruby pate de verre stones and crystals.
Bronze, Gilt Metal, Gold Plate
Kenneth Jay Lane KJL Gold Gripoix Emerald Sapphire Ruby Cabochons Statement Set
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Wokingham, England
Kenneth Jay Lane KJL Avon Vintage Gripoix Cabochons Emerald Sapphire Ruby Amethyst Green Navy Blue Red Purple Jewellery Gift 2 Set Chunky Statement Y Necklace Earrings, Gold Tone Ve...
Gold Plate
Gold Crystal and Gem Set Large French Giardinetto Flower Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
The Rock Crystal vase portion is set in White Gold and has diamond mounted sections, the Yellow gold Flower and stems top is set with Pear shape Sapphires, Cabochon Emeralds and Diam...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 24K Coin Pendent Cabachon Emerald & Diamonds
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Surrounding the coin are two stunning cabochon-cut green emeralds, known for their captivating depth of color and natural elegance.
Diamond, Emerald, 24k Gold
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Emerald and Diamond Flower Convertible Pin Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Sixteen round brilliant diamonds on the four petals, a cabochon emerald glows at the center, and a slender gold stem with two leaves grounds the whole composition.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Contemporary Stud Earrings in Eighteen Karat White Gold with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These modern-style stud earrings are made of 18-karat white gold with detachable natural cabochon emerald drops measuring 9.5 x 7 x 6 mm each, totaling around 6 carats, and 6 round d...
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
2.65tcw 14K Natural Oval Cabochoon Cut Emerald Toi et Moi Cuff Bangle Bracelet
Located in Jupiter, FL
This exquisite bracelet features two oval shaped cabochon emeralds, weighing a total of 2.65 carats, set in a four-claw prong setting.
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Custom Made Clip-on Earrings in White Gold with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These modern-style clip-on earrings are made of 18-karat white gold with detachable natural cabochon emerald drops measuring 9.5 x 7 x 6 mm each, totaling around 6 carats, and 6 roun...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold
Emerald Contemporary Cocktail Clip-On Earrings in Eighteen Karat White Gold
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These modern-style clip-on earrings are made of 18-karat white gold with detachable natural cabochon emerald drops measuring 9.5 x 7 x 6 mm each, totaling around 6 carats, and 6 roun...
Emerald, Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Carved Blue Tanzanite Emerald Ruby Enamel Snake 9K Gold Pendant Necklace
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A beautiful and very wearable snake necklace has a friendly face with ornate blue enamel, engraving on the gold, cabochon ruby eyes and cabochon emerald on its her head.
Emerald, Ruby, Tanzanite, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
18K Yellow Gold Pineapple Clip-On Earrings
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The "crown" of the pineapples features deep green cabochon emeralds and faceted amethysts, set in a stylized leaf design accented with pavé-set white diamonds for a touch of sparkle.
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Leopard 18 Karat Yellow Gold Spotted Bangle Diamond Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Yellow Gold Leopard designed as a twisted bangle bracelet, decorated with black enamel spots, cabochon emerald eyes, and pavé-set diamonds. The Leopard bracelet is crafte...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Custom Made Stud Earrings in Eighteen Karat Rose Gold with Diamonds and Emeralds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These modern-style stud earrings are made of 18-karat rose gold with detachable natural cabochon emerald drops measuring 9.5 x 7 x 6 mm each, totaling around 6 carats, and 6 round di...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
27.89 Ct Natural Colombian Emerald Cabochon & 5.73 Ct Yellow Diamond Ring 18 Kt
Located in New York, NY
A classic, Cocktail ring 27.89 Ct Natural Colombian Emerald Cabochon & 5.73 Ct Yellow Diamond Ring 18 Karat two tone gold Exact 27.89 Carat Natural Cabochon Emerald Ring set in ...
Emerald, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Monkey On A Pearl And Emerald Eyes Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Set in 18k yellow gold, her adorable face is adorned with a lustrous south sea cultured pearl, while her mischievous eyes sparkle with a mesmerizing cabochon emerald. The body of the...
Emerald, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond, Pearl and Gem Stones Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The top portion of these beautiful earrings are set with a Pear Shaped Cabochon Blue Sapphire and a Oval Cabochon Emerald, along with a row of Round Brilliant Diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,500Sale Price|25% Off
Emerald Ruby Pearl Diamond Gold Necklace Earring and Bracelet Suite
Located in Miami Beach, FL
The necklace is a collar so at the top the length is 13" and at the bottom edge 15". The large cabochon emerald (1" approximate diameter) is surrounded by cabochon rubies and diamon...
Diamond, Emerald, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold
Double Stand Akoya Pearl Necklace with Gem Studded Gold Clasp
Located in Austin, TX
Necklace length is 15 inches with a 14K gold clasp embellished with a cabochon emerald, two cabochon rubies and four cabochon sapphires.
Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold
Vintage Kurt Wayne Emerald and Owl Brooch in Yellow Gold
By Kurt Wayne
Located in London, England
Their body are bezel set with 51 round brilliant cut diamonds, and their eyes are adored with cabochon emeralds. The diamonds stand out against the yellow gold and add perfect sparkl...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian English 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald and Pearl Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This beautiful ring features four natural pearls set in the center with cabochon emeralds set on the corners and a rose cut diamond set in the center.
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
IGI Certified 3.39 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Pendent in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
This iconic silhouette, formed by two magnificent oval cabochon emeralds totaling 3.39 carats, symbolizes good fortune, prosperity, and longevity in Eastern cultures, making this pen...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Buccellati 12.27cts Emerald Cabochon
By Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
A sculptural vintage ring by Buccellati, crafted in 18K yellow gold and centered with an impressive emerald cabochon weighing approximately 15 carats.
Emerald, 18k Gold
Sophia D. 10.94 Emerald Cabochon Ring
By Sophia D
Located in New York, NY
This ring showcases a 10.94 carat emerald cabochon, distinguished by its deep green color and smooth surface.
Emerald
5.36 Carat Sapphire and Colombian Emerald Ring 18 Karat
By Emeralds Maravellous
Located in Brunswick, ME
A bright colorful ring mount in the center, with one oval cabochon cut Colombian emerald of 1.90 carats. Flanked at the sides, with a pair of oval cabochon cuts of Royal blue Sapphir...
Sapphire, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
IGI Certified 4.48 Carat Colombian Emerald and Diamond Pendant in 18K White Gold
Located in KOWLOON, HK
This iconic silhouette, embodying wishes for good fortune, prosperity, and long life, is beautifully brought to life by a magnificent 4.48-carat oval cabochon emerald at its heart. R...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Emerald Contemporary Earrings in Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These 18 karat yellow gold earrings are adorned with 6 round diamonds and feature natural cabochon emerald drops 9,5x7x6 mm each, around 6 carats in total.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
$9,924Sale Price|20% Off
18kt Gold Sunburst Brooch with Diamonds, Emeralds, and Tahitian Pearl Drop
Located in Braintree, GB
A central cabochon emerald serves as the focal point, surrounded by marquise cut emeralds and brilliant-cut diamonds in a symmetrical layout.
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century 1, 40 Carat Emerald Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Charming antique ring, it is decorated on its top of a round cabochon emerald closed set, and shouldered on both sides of 2 antique brilliant- cut diamonds also in closed setting.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Sugarloaf Cabochon Cts 41.11
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This magnificent Emerald Sugarloaf Cabochon, weighing 41.11 carats, is a rare treasure mined from the rich gem reserves of Colombia, renowned for producing some of the finest emerald...
Emerald
Peter Suchy 21.58 Carat Emerald Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
This extraordinary Peter Suchy Workshop cocktail ring showcases a breathtaking 21.58 carat oval cabochon emerald, beautifully accented by six sparkling diamonds on each side of the s...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
No one liked emeralds and emerald jewelry more than Elizabeth Taylor (or her alter ego, Cleopatra). Emeralds were first discovered in Egypt around 330 BC. The stone’s name originated from the ancient Greek word for green, “smaragdus.” According to the Gemological Institute of America, “Emeralds from what is now Colombia were part of the plunder when 16th-century Spanish explorers invaded the New World. The Incas had already been using emeralds in their jewelry and religious ceremonies for 500 years. The Spaniards, who treasured gold and silver far more than gems, traded emeralds for precious metals. Their trades opened the eyes of European and Asian royalty to emerald’s majesty.”
There are numerous myths attributed to the emerald’s spiritual powers, like placing an emerald under your tongue will allow you to see the future. But be careful not to swallow the birthstone for May, or that future won’t be so bright!
There are many important (read: large) emeralds in museum collections around the world. The Patricia Emerald, named after the miner’s daughter, is a 632-carat dihexagonal (or 12-sided) crystal that was discovered in Colombia in 1920 and now resides at the American Museum of Natural History in New York. The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History in Washington has in its possession the Hooker Emerald, a 75.47-carat Colombian stone. That emerald had been acquired in the 16th or 17th century by Spanish conquistadores and shipped to Europe. It later belonged to Abdul Hamid II, Sultan of the Ottoman Empire (1876–1909), who wore it on his belt buckle. Purchased at auction by Tiffany & Co. in 1911, the Hooker Emerald was set into a tiara and featured in the New York World’s Fair “House of Jewels” exhibit in 1940. Today, it is part of a brooch, also designed by the jewelry house.
On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage emerald jewelry and watches that includes emerald rings, emerald necklaces and other accessories.