Italian Chantecler Capri 18k Gold Sapphire and Diamond Whale Pendant
By Chantecler Capri
Located in Plantation, FL
The piece is constructed using a hollow-formed technique, allowing for sculptural volume while maintaining balanced wearability — a characteristic feature of traditional Capri jewelr...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Capri Gilded Gold Vermeil Accented with Pearls Brooch
By Capri
Located in New York, NY
Capri's wonderful whimsical gilded gold vermeil accented with pearls and emerald rhinestone brooch measures 2" in length, 1 1/2" in width with a depth of 3/4". Brooch ...
$96Sale Price|20% Off
Capri Golden Paisley Pin Brooch with Clear Pave Crystals, 1960s
By Capri
Located in Milford, DE
An elegant pin from mid-1900s costume jewelry designer Capri, featuring a gold-tone paisley motif decorated with clear pave crystals.
Crystal
1960 Chantecler Capri GIA Certified 19.2ct ruby 19ct sapphire bracelet
By Chantecler Capri
Located in Capri, IT
1960 Chantecler Capri GIA Certified 19.2ct ruby 19ct sapphire bracelet 111.15 gr of 18kt gold Corundums set in yellow gold 18kt bracelet, gross wt 111.51 g, 48 pieces round diamonds...
Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Chantecler Capri Heart -Gallo-Rooster 18k Rose Gold Ring with diamonds
By Chantecler Capri
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Chantecler Capri Heart -Gallo-Rooster 18k Rose Gold Ring with rock crystal and pavé diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Sapphire, Amethyst, Aquamarine & Peridot Necklace
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
The richly saturated gemstones and bold proportions create a striking statement while maintaining the refined elegance that defines the Bochic aesthetic. Details Bochic “Capri” Col...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Diamond, Emerald, Ruby & Sapphire Necklace Set
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Classic Italian Diamond, Emerald, Ruby & Sapphire Necklace Set In 18K Gold & Silver Chocker Necklace, Multi natural gem necklace Natural Diamonds -...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Diamond, Emerald, Ruby & Sapphire Necklace Set
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Classic Italian Diamond, Emerald, Ruby & Sapphire Necklace Set In 18K Gold & Silver Chocker Necklace, Multi natural gem necklace Natural Diamonds -...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Classic Diamond, Emerald & Tanzanite Necklace & Earrings
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Classic Diamond, Emerald & Tanzanite Necklace & Earrings Suite 18K Gold & Silver Signed Bochic Certificate & Appraisal Available Upon Request...
Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Classic Diamond, Emerald & Taznaznite Necklace Set
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Classic Diamond, Emerald & Tanzanite Necklace & Earrings Suite 18K Gold & Silver Signed Bochic Certificate & Appraisal Available Upon Request...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Diamond, Emerald & Tanzanite Necklace & Earrings Set
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Classic Diamond, Emerald & Tanzanite Necklace & Earrings Suite 18K Gold & Silver Signed Bochic Certificate & Appraisal Available Upon Request Natural Diamon...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Silver
$3,520Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby & Yellow Sapphire Necklace - 18K & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby & Yellow Sapphire Necklace - 18K & Silver Drop Necklace, Multi natural gem necklace Natural Red Ruby Fancy Yellow Sapphire from Sri Lanka Approx 100 C...
Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sap...
$4,012Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic Capri Convertible Necklace, 18K Gold & Silver, 74ct Gemstones
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Lemon Quartz, Aquamarine, Opal & Sapphire Convertible Necklace “Circa 1990s” Set in 18K Gold & 950 Silver • Signed Piece • Certificate & Appraisal Includ...
Aquamarine, Opal, Quartz, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
$3,502Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic Capri Convertible Necklace, 18K Gold & Silver, 74ct Gemstones
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Lemon Quartz, Aquamarine, Opal & Sapphire Convertible Necklace “Circa 1990s” Set in 18K Gold & 950 Silver • Signed Piece • Certificate & Appraisal Includ...
Aquamarine, Opal, Quartz, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Sapphire, Amethyst, Aquamarine & Peridot Necklace
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Ruby, Sapphire, Amethyst, Aquamarine & Peridot - Necklace and Earrings Set Made in 18K Gold & Silver Ruby - 31 Carats Green Peridot - 11 C...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Sapphire, Amethyst, Aquamarine & Peridot Necklace
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Ruby, Sapphire, Amethyst, Aquamarine & Peridot - Necklace and Earrings Set Made in 18K Gold & Silver Ruby - 31 Carats Green Peridot - 11 Carats W...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
$3,920Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Ruby, White Topaz & Peridot Necklace
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage 90 Carat Natural Ruby, White Topaz & Peridot Convertible Necklace 18K Gold & 950 Silver • Signed • Certificate & Appraisal Included An extraordin...
Peridot, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,072Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic Capri Vintage Emerald & Opal Cocktail Ring, 18K Gold, 1990
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
A standout masterpiece within the celebrated Capri Collection, this ring offers elevated rarity, regal presence, and enduring value—perfect for 1stDibs’ most discerning high-jewelry ...
Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic Capri Vintage Ruby & Diamond Ring, 18K Gold & Silver, 1998
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the timeless beauty of Capri and classic Roman jewelry design, the piece radiates confidence, color, and sophistication.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Emerald & Diamonds Cocktail Ring 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
A standout masterpiece within the celebrated Capri Collection, this ring offers elevated rarity, regal presence, and enduring value—perfect for 1stDibs’ most discerning high-jewelry ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Sapphire, Amethyst & Ruby Ring 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
A standout masterpiece within the celebrated Capri Collection, this ring offers elevated rarity, regal presence, and enduring value—perfect for 1stDibs’ most discerning high-jewelry ...
Amethyst, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Emerald & Opal Cocktail Ring 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
A standout masterpiece within the celebrated Capri Collection, this ring offers elevated rarity, regal presence, and enduring value—perfect for 1stDibs’ most discerning high-jewelry ...
Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic Capri Vintage Italian Fire Opal, Emerald, Sapphire & Diamond Necklace
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Rich in character and artistry, it captures the essence of Capri’s legendary beauty and cosmopolitan spirit.
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Sapphire, Fire Opal
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Diopside & Amethyst Earrings - 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Diopside & Amethyst Earrings - 18K Gold & Silver From the “Capri” collection Natural Green Diopside - 10 carats Oval shapes Natural Ruby Pink Red ...
Amethyst, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
$3,744Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Opal, Natural Ruby & Pearl Necklace 18K & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the artistry of old-world Italian jewelry houses and the bold glamour of resort couture, this piece evokes the spirit of Capri’s jet-set lifestyle.
Opal, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic Capri Vintage Ruby, Sapphire & Emerald Ring in 18K Gold
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Diamond, Blue Sapphire & Emerald Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Center Oval Shape Ruby 8.00 Carat Natural Emeralds 2.00 Carats Natural Blue...
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Silver, 18k Gold
$1,275Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Purple Amethyst Earrings - 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Purple Amethyst Earrings - 18K Gold & Silver From the “Capri” collection Natural Amethyst - 20 carats Fancy & Round shapes Natural Sapphires, rou...
Amethyst, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Italian Ruby & Sapphire Necklace - 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Classic Italian Ruby & Sapphire Necklace Set In 18K Gold & Silver Chocker Necklace, Multi natural gem necklace Natural Red Pink Color Rubies - 41 c...
Citrine, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Go...
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Honey Citrine & Sapphire Earring - 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Honey Citrine & Rose Cut White Sapphire Cascading Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver Circa 1990s Natural Honey Citrine - 16 carats Oval shapes Nat...
Citrine, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,057Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic Capri Vintage 18K Gold & Silver Amethyst and Topaz Earrings
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Amethyst, Topaz & Citrine Earrings - 18K Gold & Silver Natural Amethyst - 20 carats Oval and Pear shapes Natural Yellow Citrine - 9 carats Sri...
Amethyst, Citrine, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,402Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic Capri Vintage 18K Gold & Silver, Citrine Ruby Earrings, 20ct
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic Capri Vintage 18K Gold & Silver Ruby and Citrine Earrings, 20ct Set in 18K Gold & Silver Natural Ruby Red - 8 carats Round shapes Natural Yellow Citrine - 14 carats S...
Citrine, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Amethyst & Blue Topaz Cuff - 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
A signature piece of the Capri Traveling Collection, this bangle embodies jet-set sophistication and collectible artistry—perfect for 1stDibs’ most discerning high-jewelry clients
Amethyst, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Sapphire, Ruby & Emerald Necklace - 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Sapphire, Ruby & Emerald Convertible Necklace Set in 18 Karat Gold & 950 Silver Natural Blue Sri Lankan Sapphire Cabochon – 27.00 Carats Natural Zambian Emer...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Classic Diamond, Emerald & Sapphire Necklace & Earrings S
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Classic Diamond, Emerald & Sapphire Necklace & Earrings Suite 18K Gold & Silver Signed Bochic Certificate & Appraisal Available Upon Request...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic Capri Vintage Ruby & White Topaz Necklace, 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby & White Topaz Necklace Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red & Pink Rubies – 22 Carats Natural White Topaz – 19 Carats Set in 18K Gold &...
Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
$2,100Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic Capri Vintage Cuff with Amethyst and 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Purple & Green Amethyst Cuff Set in 18K Gold & 950 Silver — Signed A radiant expression of color, light, and Mediterranean elegance, this striking cuff from ...
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Silver
$3,712Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic Capri Vintage Ruby & Sapphire Choker Necklace, 18K Gold, 1990
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Classic Italian Ruby & Multi Fanct Sapphire Necklace Set In 18K Gold & Silver Chocker Necklace, Multi natural gem necklace Natural Red Pink Color Ru...
Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold...
$3,600Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic Capri Vintage 18K Gold & Silver Necklace with Ruby & Sapphire
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Sapphire, Ruby & Blue/ White Topaz Drop Necklace Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red & Pink Rubies – 21 Carats Natural Sapphires from Sri Lanka –111...
Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Honey Opal & Tanzanite Ring — 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
A standout masterpiece within the celebrated Capri Collection, this ring offers elevated rarity, regal presence, and enduring value—perfect for 1stDibs’ most discerning high-jewelry ...
Opal, Topaz, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Amethyst, Sapphire & Green Onyx — 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
A standout masterpiece within the celebrated Capri Collection, this ring offers elevated rarity, regal presence, and enduring value—perfect for 1stDibs’ most discerning high-jewelry ...
Amethyst, Onyx, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Amethyst, Sapphire & Green Onyx — 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
A standout masterpiece within the celebrated Capri Collection, this ring offers elevated rarity, regal presence, and enduring value—perfect for 1stDibs’ most discerning high-jewelry ...
Amethyst, Onyx, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Fancy Sapphires & Amethyst Ring — 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
A standout masterpiece within the celebrated Capri Collection, this ring offers elevated rarity, regal presence, and enduring value—perfect for 1stDibs’ most discerning high-jewelry ...
Amethyst, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green...
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Fancy Sapphires & Amethyst Ring — 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
A standout masterpiece within the celebrated Capri Collection, this ring offers elevated rarity, regal presence, and enduring value—perfect for 1stDibs’ most discerning high-jewelry ...
Amethyst, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green...
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Sapphire, Amethyst & Peridot Earrings - 18K Gold &
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Sapphire, Amethyst & Peridot Earrings - 18K Gold & Silver From the “Capri” collection Natural Ruby Pink Red Oval shapes Natural Fancy Colo...
Amethyst, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Multi Sapphire & Topaz Ring — 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
A standout masterpiece within the celebrated Capri Collection, this ring offers elevated rarity, regal presence, and enduring value—perfect for 1stDibs’ most discerning high-jewelry ...
Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Sapphire, Ruby & Topaz Drop Necklace - 18K Gold
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Sapphire, Ruby & Blue/ White Topaz Drop Necklace Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red & Pink Rubies – 21 Carats Natural Sapphires from Sri Lanka – 124 Carats...
Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Tanzanite & Diamond Necklace Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Tanzanite & Diamond Necklace Set 18K Gold & Silver Elegant and Classic Italian style Natural Tanzanite - Approx 100 Carats Natural Diamonds - 5 C...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Silver
$4,350Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Yellow Sapphire, Blue Sapphire & Green Moldovite Necklace
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Yellow Sapphire, Blue Sapphire & Green Moldovite Necklace Set In 18K & Silver Drop Necklace, Multi natural gem necklace Beautiful Natural Green Mol...
Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby & White Topaz Earrings 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby & White Topaz Earrings 18K Gold & Silver 18K Gold & Silver – Signed A vibrant celebration of color, movement, and Mediterranean elegance, these except...
Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Sapphire, Amethyst & Peridot Necklace - 18K Gold &
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Sapphire, Amethyst & Peridot Necklace Set In 18K Gold & Silver Drop Necklace, Multi natural gem necklace Beautiful Natural African Ruby Natur...
Amethyst, Peridot, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
$2,316Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic Capri Vintage Multi-Gem Bangle, 18K Gold & Silver, 1997
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
A signature piece of the Capri Traveling Collection, this bangle embodies jet-set sophistication and collectible artistry—perfect for 1stDibs’ most discerning high-jewelry clients
Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
$2,392Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic Capri Vintage Ruby & Blue Sapphire Bracelet, 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Primary Stones: Natural Ruby Cabochons Accent Stones: Natural Blue Sapphires Additional Gemstones: Peridot, Pink Quartz, Agate – approx. 24.00 total carats Metal: 18K Gold & 950 Silv...
Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
$3,680Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Tanzanite & Diamond Necklace Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Tanzanite & Diamond Necklace Set 18K Gold & Silver Elegant and Classic Italian style Natural Tanzanite - Approx 100 Carats Natural Diamonds - 5 C...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,592Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Amethyst & Sapphire Bangle - 18K Gold & silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Amethyst & Sapphire Bangle - 18K Gold & silver Bochic Multi Gem “Capri” Bangle Natural Green Amethyst Emerald cuts - 8 Carats Natural Blue Sa...
Amethyst, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Silver, 18k Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Sapphire & Blue Topaz - 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Multi-Gem Cabochon Vintage Bangle Vintage Ruby, Sapphire & Blue Topaz-Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Sapphire Natural Blue Topaz Cabochon — 7 carats Natural Red Ruby...
Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
$4,720Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Tanzanite & Diamond Necklace Set 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Tanzanite & Diamond Necklace Set 18K Gold & Silver Elegant and Classic Italian style Natural Tanzanite - Approx 100 Carats Natural Diamonds - 5 C...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Silver
Bochic Capri Vintage 18K Gold & Silver Necklace, 74ct Multi Gemstones
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Lemon Quartz, Aquamarine, Opal & Sapphire Necklace Set 18K & Silver Natural Lemon Quartz - 45 Carats Natural Blue Sapphire - 15 Carats Natural Aqu...
Aquamarine, Opal, Quartz, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Multi-...
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.