Cartier Gold Retro Box with Sapphire Clasp
By Cartier
Located in Darnestown, MD
Elegant 14 karat gold minaudiere by Cartier from the 1940's. This Retro piece has a double zig zag design on all surfaces. The clasp is a cabochon sapphire. The box measures 2 7/8 i...
Sapphire, 14k Gold
Very Rare Cartier 14k Yellow and White Gold & Glass Thermos Flask/Bottle
By Cartier
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Made in New York in the 1970s Made of 14k Yellow and White Gold and Glass Hallmark on the bottom reads "Cartier 14 KT" Emblem on the flask Cork as a closure Rare example in gold Heig...
14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Solid 14k Yellow Gold and Glass Very Rare Vintage Lidded Ice Bucket
By Cartier
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Made in the USA in the 1970s Made of 14k Yellow Gold and Glass Hallmarked with '14 KT' and signed 'Cartier' Of cylindrical shape with small acanthus handles and a removable lid with ...
14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$33,600Sale Price|20% Off
Cartier 14K Gold Mid-Century Ruby-Set Mirrored Pill & Compact Box
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
This exceptional Cartier pill and compact box is a superb example of refined mid-century French luxury, crafted in solid 14 karat yellow gold and richly accented with 57 natural rubi...
Ruby, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Antique Solid 14K Gold Powder Box, 197 Grams, Early 20th Century Estate
By Cartier
Located in Tysons, VA
An exceptional antique Cartier powder box crafted in solid 14K gold, dating to the early 20th century.
14k Gold
Cartier Antique Solid 14K Gold Powder Box, 197 Grams, Early 20th Century Estate
By Cartier
Located in Tysons, VA
An exceptional antique Cartier powder box crafted in solid 14K gold, dating to the early 20th century.
14k Gold
Cartier 14k Yellow Gold Aquamarine Swirl Screwback Earrings with Box
By Cartier
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Cartier 14K Yellow Gold Aquamarine Swirl Earrings These gorgeous Cartier earrings are from the 1950"s Set in 14K yellow gold with screw back posts Genuine aquamarine stone...
Aquamarine, Yellow Gold
Cartier 14k Yellow Gold Grooved Engraved Dual Rectangular Panel Cufflinks w/ Box
By Cartier
Located in Montclair, NJ
Engraving: B.A.C- M.L.C Stamp: CARTIER - 14k Condition: Cartier. Vintage. Engraved on both sides.
Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Cartier Salt Water Pearl in 14K Yellow Gold Necklace with Box
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Dating back over 100 years and made by the famed French jeweler, Cartier. Complete with the original Cartier box.
Pearl
Cartier Enamel 900 Silver & Gold Gambling Motif Cigarette Case Box
By Cartier
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This incredible cigarette box by Cartier is incredibly enameled. The top of the box depicts a roulette wheel with the ball landing on 35 red. The bottom depicts a gambling layout wit...
14k Gold, Silver
Cartier Collectible Diamond Solid Yellow Gold Cosmetic Case
By Cartier
Located in Corona Del Mar, CA
Designer: Cartier Type: Fine Jewelry Condition: Good Overall - Some Small Marks on Exterior. Internal Components are Functioning Properly Color: Gold and 130 Round Diamonds ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Sterling and 14 Karat Rose Gold Art Deco Compact
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
14K rose gold and sterling silver compact from Cartier, circa 1940. Signed, “Made in France-Cartier-New York-Paris-Londres.” Mirror is dull due to original powder, one side monogramm...
14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Cartier Double Circle and Stripe Motif Solid Gold Cigarette Case
By Cartier
Located in Bellevue, WA
This classy authentic vintage Cartier designer cigarette case is crafted of solid 14k gold and weighs a heavy 88.3 grams. The top case has a unique stripe and yellow/white gold doubl...
14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
W 0.83 in L 1.26 in
Cartier & Concord Vintage 14K Gold Elegant Oval Mechanical Ladies Watch w/ Box
By Cartier
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Cartier & Concord vintage 14K gold elegant oval mechanical ladies watch w/ box.
Cartier Retro Gold Box
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The stylish compact from the retro era can be used today as an elegant card case. Created in glistening 14k gold, jet black enamel and a diamond clasp. Accompanied with original Cart...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Cartier Retro Gold Box
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The stylish compact from the retro era can be used today as an elegant card case. Created in glistening 14k gold, jet black enamel and a diamond clasp. Accompanied with original Cart...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Cartier 14K Yellow Gold Monogrammed Eyeglass Case Box R.K.H Engraved 108 Grams
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier signed 14k gold Glasses box / 108 grams / 1.5 inch width / 4.5 inch length This Cartier-signed 14K yellow gold hinged eyeglass case is engraved with the monogram "R.K.H" on ...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pill Box #16112
By Cartier
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Cartier 14 Karat Yellow Gold Pill Box- This elegant hinged pill box by Cartier is crafted in meticulously detailed 14K yellow gold.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Cartier Polo Theme Diamond Emerald Gold Box
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A retro 14 karat yellow gold and sterling silver box featuring a polo theme. Decorated with two horseshoes, a horse, and a polo mallet, all encrusted with diamonds and emeralds. Cent...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Cartier New York 14K Yellow Rose & White Gold Matchbox, circa 1940s Rare Retro
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer matchbox. Truly a great piece at a great price! Weight: 31.1 grams Dimensions: 1 3/4" (length) 2 1/4"...
14k Gold
Cartier Deco Gold Picture Frame Picture Frame
By Cartier
Located in New York City, NY
Stylish 14K yellow gold picture frame by Cartier, circa 1930s. Subtly ribbed textured feel with intricate outer edge and crest on top of frame. It will hold a standard 5x7" pict...
14k Gold
Cartier Art Deco Gold Sapphire Diamond Compact
By Cartier
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Cartier Art Deco compact in 14 karat yellow gold adorned by diamonds and sapphires. Square design measuring 2.5" in width and length. Hinged with rolled front edge channel-set with...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Cartier 14K Yellow Gold Pill Box
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Brand: Cartier Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Era: Vintage Circa: 1980s Hallmarks: Signed and 14K Purity Marks Size: 52mm x 30mm x 8mm Gram weight: 32.25 This elegant Cartier pill box from...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Retro Two-Tone Woven-Gold Cigarette Case
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A hand crafted cigarette case, circa 1940, from Cartier. It features 14k woven green and rose gold that form a lovely pattern. It opens to reveal a sculpted gold clasp to hold down y...
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Cartier 14k Gold Bakelite Cigarette Holder in Original Box
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Chic bakelite cigarette holder created by Cartier in the 1940s. it is made of 14 karat (stamped) rose gold and Bakelite. Measurements: 3 ¾” x ½” (9.6 x 1.2 cm), the Bakelite part ¾”...
14k Gold, Rose Gold
CARTIER Retro 1940s 14k Yellow Gold Link Bracelet w/Box
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier Retro 14k Yellow Gold Link Bracelet w/Box Circa 1940s Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer bracelet.
Yellow Gold
Sold
H 2.76 in W 1.03 in D 0.54 in
Vintage 14K Solid Gold Sleeved Cartier Les Must lighter Complete In Box 1970s
By Cartier
Located in DELFT, NL
Vintage 14K Solid Gold Sleeved Cartier Les Must lighter This absolute masterpiece of a lighter is a 14-karat solid gold-sleeved Cartier Les must lighter.
Gold, 18k Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage Cartier Curblink 14k Gold Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Comes with the original box. Stamped Cartier, 14k.
14k Gold
Cartier Retro 14k Yellow Gold, Enamel & Diamond Mariner Motif Brooch W/Box Retro
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier NY Retro 14k Yellow Gold, Enamel & Diamond Mariner Motif Brooch w/Box Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer brooch.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Cartier 14K Rose Gold & Diamond Box
By Cartier
Located in Atlanta, GA
An elegant early 20th century Cartier bi-color 14K gold and rose gold hinged box with a thumb latch embellished by a row of graduated rose cut diamonds.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Retro Cartier Ruby Gold Vanity Case
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Retro Cartier Ruby Gold Vanity Case. The case features 14 square rubies, approximately 2.85 carat total. Signed Cartier, serial #2870. Circa 1940s. 2 3/4 inches. About The Piece: D...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1940s Cartier Enamel Gem Set Gold Compact
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Cartier Compact, 14K Yellow Gold measuring 2 3/8 inch in diameter and 1/2 inch deep.
Carnelian, Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Vintage 1940s Cartier Retro Gold Compact with Sapphires
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k yellow and rose gold with a mirror and 3 blue Cabochon Sapphires. Circa 1940s 2 1/4 x 3 inches 12 inch chain
14k Gold
Cartier 1940s Art Deco Gold Diamond and Sapphire Compact
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940s Cartier Compact, 14K Yellow Gold and Having A Strong Art Deco design, measuring 2 3/4 X 2 1/4 X 3/8 inch.
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Cartier Dice in Original Box
By Cartier
Located in Riverdale, NY
Retains original Cartier box. 1950's USA. Excellent condition.
14k Gold
Cartier Art Deco Woven Two-Color Gold Mirrored Compact / Pill Box
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An Art Deco green and rose gold mirrored compact / pill box of basket-weave design with a cabochon sapphire closure, in 14k.
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Art Deco Royal Blue Lapis Lazuli Enamel Gold Cufflinks Original Box
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
Rare Cartier Art Deco Royal Blue Lapis Lazuli Blue Enamel Edged Gold Cufflinks in their Original Cartier 5th Avenue 1920s Leather Silk Box. Fully signed CARTIER and marked 14kt gold....
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Gold
Cartier 3 Diamond Love Band Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold Size 58, with Box
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Size: 58 or 8.25 US Timeless elegance meets iconic design in this Cartier Love ring, a true symbol of everlasting devotion. Crafted in radiant 18 karat yellow gold, this exquisite b...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Signed Cartier 14 Karat "MS" Gold Tie Bar or Tie Clip
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Condition Details: There is some light wear to the original Cartier box. Fineness: Marked 14k for gold fineness.
Gold
CARTIER Pill Box
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
CARTIER 14K gold pill box. Engine-turned pattern on lid with ring opener.
Cartier Tricolor Woven Gold and Diamond Spring Hinged Box
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A jewel like finely crafted spring hinged tri-color (Yellow, White, Red) 14kt gold box with compact and mirror and spray of diamond and gold flower signed Cartier. 99 grams
Diamond, 14k Gold
1900s Cartier Sapphire and 14 Carat Gold Mesh Bag
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A 1900s Cartier sapphire and 14ct gold mesh bag features kiss lock fastener which has 2 sapphires the hallmarks reads '14K', ' Cartier' and '723'. W:5.2cm H:6.1cm D:0.57cm Weight: 3...
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
CARTIER Gold Double Pill Box
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Woven basket weave pattern gold pill box, made and signed by Cartier. One compartment has a hinged closure set with a cabochon emerald; the other compartment is set with a cabochon r...
Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold
Gold Cartier Match Box and Ashtray
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Most rare individual or traveling match box and ashtray. Made and signed by CARTIER New York.
14k Gold
CARTIER Gold and Sapphire Pill Box
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Perfectly designed basketweave gold pill box. Made and signed by CARTIER. 1 1/4" x 1" x 1/2." 14K yellow gold.
Sapphire, 14k Gold
Cartier Sapphire Gold Round Engraved Pill Box
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Lovely round pill box, made, signed and numbered by CARTIER. Deeply engraved deco line pattern.
Sapphire, 14k Gold
Cartier Gold Pill Box
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Well made basket weave pattern hinged pill box. Made, signed & numbered by Cartier. 14K yellow gold. 1-1/2" diameter.
14k Gold
Cartier Gold Pill Box
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Made, signed and numbered by CARTIER. Circular engine-turned pattern on top with pull ring. 1 1/4" diameter. 14K yellow gold. Excellent condition. A lovely piece. Alice Kwar...
14k Gold
1930s Cartier Art Deco Gold Cigar Punch Fob with Box
By Cartier
Located in Narberth, PA
The cigar punch comes in a vintage box marked with the official Cartier logo inside the lid.
14k Gold
$1,516Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 12
Beautiful 1990s Badgley Mischka Size 12 Fully Beaded Grey Vintage 90s Deco Gown
By Badgley Mischka, BADGLEY MISHCKA
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 1990s BADGLEY MISCHKA size 12 gray fully beaded + rhinestone deco style evening gown! Features elegant 3/4 sleeves with a fitted bodice and forgiving skirt. Hand cr...
Vintage Art Deco Handbag
Located in London, GB
The best things do come in small sizes. This evening bag has a gold decorative frame, with a central clasp , and internally there is one pouch pocket. Measurements: Width 6'', height...
$245Sale Price|34% Off
H 11 in D 3.5 in L 11.5 in
Unique Thespian Needlepoint Comedy and Tragedy Handbag c 1960
Located in University City, MO
Unique thespian needlepoint comedy and tragedy handbag The stylish large scale retro handbag is designed with comedy and tragedy mask on both exterior sides The theatrical ma...
GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE S/S 2000 Purple Silk Blouse with Swarovski BUTTONS Y2K
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful GIANNI VERSACE COUTURE SS 2000 silk blouse Finest purple silk Versace SS 2000 Jungle Collection Extremely versatile Sexy deep cleavage Swarovski crystal buttons Made in ...
Exceptional Hermès Gold Silver Coin Purse Chainmail Wallet
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Extremely Rare Authentic Hermès Chainmail Coin Purse Vintage item, made of flowing meshes Made of yellow gold and silver "HERMES PARIS", serial number, craftman's hallmark and 75...
Van Cleef & Arpels 14.83 Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Three-Stone Engagement Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A magnificent engagement ring by Van Cleef & Arpels, featuring a large 14.83 carats round brilliant cut diamond certified by GIA as J color and SI2 clarity, set on a classic six pron...
Diamond, Platinum
HERMES Marron Fonce SHINY CROC KELLY 32 SELLIER Bag GHW
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Hermès Kelly 32 Sellier Bag in Marron is exquisitely crafted from shiny porosus crocodile leather, showcasing a rich, deep brown hue with a luminous finish. Const...
GIANFRANCO FERRE 90's Vintage 3 Piece Skirt Suit Set Ensemble
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Gianfranco Ferre Vintage Early 1990's 3 pieces (skirt, blazer, & scarf) Size IT42 but fits like an IT40 Excellent Condition, no flaws Measurements in inches laying flat: Skirt: ...
$5,449
Hermès bag 'Pallonnier'
By Hermès
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
HERMÈS - (Made in France) Black porosus-crocodile leather 'Pallonnier' bag. Piece from the 1960s-1970s. Condition: Very good condition Dimensions: Height: 14 cm - Width: 26 cm - De...
New Roberto Cavalli Buckle Stiletto Heel Black Leather Platform Boots 37 - US 7
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Roberto Cavalli Black Leather High Heel Boots Designer size - 37 Style - BQS023-PZ220 Smooth Black Leather, Multiple Straps, Gold-Tone Buckles with Engraved Logo, Inner Half Zip...
$1,599Sale Price|25% Off
H 36.62 in W 37.41 in D 37.41 in Dm 37.41 in
Antique Lace and Silk Beige Parasol Umbrella Bamboo pole
Located in VALLADOLID, ES
Outstandind and very refined antique lace and silk parasol with a bamboo pole. This French parasol dates from the late 19th/early 20th century. It is crafted from exquisite French la...
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Diamond And Pearl Collar Bib Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
The Tiffany & Co platinum handcrafted diamond and cultured pearl bib necklace is a breathtaking work of art. Meticulously crafted with utmost precision and care, this exquisite piece...
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
Vintage 1950's Cream Leather Floral Embroidered Clutch Bag
Located in Nashville, TN
his wonderful 1950's clutch bag, rendered in a soft cream leather, embellished with a repeat embroidered floral pattern, in shades of blue, pink, green and yellow, is the perfect sta...
$2,481
Size: IT 40 - FR 36 - UK 8 - US 4
Vivienne Westwood pink and red checked cotton skirt suit, ss 1994
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood pink and red checked cotton skirt suit comprising: button up shirt with embroidered orb, and high waisted mini skirt. Spring-Summer 1994
$4,501
Hermès bag 1950s-1960s
By Hermès
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
HERMÈS - (Made in France) Navy-blue box leather and marled beige H canvas bag with a gold-plated fasterner on a flap. Design from the 1950s-1960s. Condition: Very good condition Di...
Versace SS 2005 Madonna Ad Campaign Backless Silk Dress
By Versace
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous light yellow stretch silk dress as featured in Versace's notable 2005 ad campaign. It has a shirt collar, fold up elbow length sleeves with functional tabs, 2 chest flap p...
For its extraordinary range of bracelets, watches, rings and other adornments, French luxury house Cartier is undeniably one of the most well known and internationally revered jewelers in the world among clients both existing and aspirational.
Perhaps 1847 was not the ideal time to open a new watchmaking and jewelry business, as the French Revolution was not kind to the aristocracy who could afford such luxuries. Nevertheless, it was the year Louis-François Cartier (1819–1904) — who was born into poverty — founded his eponymous empire, assuming control of the workshop of watchmaker Adolphe Picard, under whom he had previously been employed as an assistant. Of course, in the beginning, it was a relatively modest affair, but by the late 1850s, Cartier had its first royal client, Princess Mathilde Bonaparte, niece of Napoleon Bonaparte, who commissioned the jeweler to design brooches, earrings and other accessories.
Under the leadership of Louis-François’s son, Alfred, who took over in 1874, business boomed. Royalty around the world wore Cartier pieces, including Tsar Nicholas II of Russia, the Maharaja of Patiala and King Edward VII, who had 27 tiaras made by the jewelry house for his coronation in 1902 and issued Cartier a royal warrant in 1904. (Today, the British royal family still dons Cartier pieces; Kate Middleton, Duchess of Cambridge, regularly sports a Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch.)
Cartier’s golden years, however, began when Alfred introduced his three sons, Louis, Pierre and Jacques, to the business. The brothers expanded Cartier globally: Louis reigned in Paris, Pierre in New York and Jacques in London, ensuring their brand’s consistency at their branches across the world. The trio also brought in such talents as Charles Jacqueau and Jeanne Toussaint.
One of Cartier’s earliest major successes was the Santos de Cartier watch — one of the world's first modern wristwatches for men. (Previously, a large number of people were using only pocket watches.) Louis designed the timepiece in 1904 for his friend, popular Brazilian aviator Alberto Santos-Dumont, who wanted to be able to check the time more easily while flying.
Cartier’s other famous timepieces include the Tank watch, which was inspired by the linear form of military tanks during World War I, and the so-called mystery clocks. Invented by watchmaker and magician Jean-Eugène Robert-Houdin and later crafted exclusively for Cartier in the house’s workshop by watchmaker Maurice Couët, the mystery clocks were so named because the integration of glass dials on which the clocks’ hands would seemingly float as well as structures that are hidden away within the base give the illusion that they operate without machinery.
On the jewelry side of the business, Cartier’s internationally renowned offerings include the Tutti Frutti collection, which featured colorful carved gemstones inspired by Jacques’s trip to India and grew in popularity during the Art Deco years; the panthère motif, which has been incorporated into everything from brooches to rings; and the Love bracelet, a minimal, modernist locking bangle inspired by medieval chastity belts that transformed fine jewelry.
While the Cartier family sold the business following the death of Pierre in 1964, the brand continues to innovate today, renewing old hits and creating new masterpieces.
Find contemporary and vintage Cartier watches, engagement rings, necklaces and other accessories on 1stDibs.
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.
Cartier understands the value of preserving the signature codes of great design, and how to tweak it for modern aficionados.
Throughout the season, timepieces are clues to the characters' character.
This iconic jewel has captured countless hearts with its elegant design and its amatory symbolism. Counterfeiters have taken note of the demand and created fake versions. If you’re looking for a genuine Cartier Love bracelet, it’s crucial to check all the elements for authenticity. Our guide will teach you the telltale traits of a knockoff.
Style, craft and heritage combine to make these designs undeniable classics.
The vintage bombé ring is bursting with color and timeless style.
Made with Sardinian coral, this gem packs so much presence — and is perfect for poolside soirees.
Through both his collection and his innovative designs, Louis Cartier’s passion for Islamic continues to resonate.
Watchmakers have tucked their movements into all manner of precious baubles, from lapel pins to cocktail rings. The result is dazzling, wearable art that will get you to the party on time.