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Cartier Faberge

Cuff Links By Susan Jonas & Marilyn Nissenson (Book)
Cuff Links By Susan Jonas & Marilyn Nissenson (Book)

Cuff Links By Susan Jonas & Marilyn Nissenson (Book)

Located in North Yorkshire, GB

designed them at some time. This included Cartier, Faberge, Schlumberger, JAR, Verdura and Tiffany. 112

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20th Century Cufflinks

Magnificent Antique Georgian 6TCW Rose Cut Diamond 26.3 TCW Amethyst Pendant
Magnificent Antique Georgian 6TCW Rose Cut Diamond 26.3 TCW Amethyst Pendant

Magnificent Antique Georgian 6TCW Rose Cut Diamond 26.3 TCW Amethyst Pendant

Located in New York, NY

collector of historical jewels whose collection included Faberge, Cartier, VCA, Castellani and early Tiffany.

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Antique Early 19th Century Georgian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold

Lipstick Case Pendant Necklace Sapphire 14 Karat Gold Antique Belle Epoque
Lipstick Case Pendant Necklace Sapphire 14 Karat Gold Antique Belle Epoque

Lipstick Case Pendant Necklace Sapphire 14 Karat Gold Antique Belle Epoque

Located in New York, NY

is in the style of Cartier, Tiffany or Faberge. This is a beautiful natural mined sapphire cabochon

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Antique 19th Century Unknown Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

AENEA Brazilian Emeralds Rubies 18k Yellow Gold Sterling Silver Stud Earrings
AENEA Brazilian Emeralds Rubies 18k Yellow Gold Sterling Silver Stud Earrings

AENEA Brazilian Emeralds Rubies 18k Yellow Gold Sterling Silver Stud Earrings

By AENEA Jewellery

Located in Salzburg, AT

This AENEA Design Sarpa Earrings are inspired by the 1920s Faberge and Cartier works, adapted for

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold, Rhodium

"YOUNG GRIZZLY BEAR LYING ON A ROCK", A. Zimmermann
"YOUNG GRIZZLY BEAR LYING ON A ROCK", A. Zimmermann

"YOUNG GRIZZLY BEAR LYING ON A ROCK", A. Zimmermann

$57,294

H 5.24 in W 4.02 in D 3.51 in

"YOUNG GRIZZLY BEAR LYING ON A ROCK", A. Zimmermann

Located in Kirschweiler, DE

produced gem-carvings for such notable jewelry houses as Cartier and Fabergé. Following his apprenticeship

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Early 2000s German Contemporary Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

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Lucky Alhambra  12 Motifs Long Gold Necklace 18K yellow gold
Lucky Alhambra  12 Motifs Long Gold Necklace 18K yellow gold

Lucky Alhambra 12 Motifs Long Gold Necklace 18K yellow gold

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

, Pomellato, Mattioli, Chantecler, Valente, Breitling, Audemars Piguet, Fabergé, Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Malachite, Pearl, Tiger's Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

AENEA 18k Yellow Gold Fancy Brown White Diamond Earrings
AENEA 18k Yellow Gold Fancy Brown White Diamond Earrings

AENEA 18k Yellow Gold Fancy Brown White Diamond Earrings

By AENEA Jewellery

Located in Salzburg, AT

use the technique that Cartier and Faberge already did in the 1920s: we use a combination of Sterling

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Stud Earrings

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White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium, Sterling S...

Vintage 1.90ct Ruby and 2.95ct Diamond Bombé Ring, CF Carlman, 1971
Vintage 1.90ct Ruby and 2.95ct Diamond Bombé Ring, CF Carlman, 1971

Vintage 1.90ct Ruby and 2.95ct Diamond Bombé Ring, CF Carlman, 1971

Located in Malmö, Skåne län

and silver work. Though less internationally known than houses such as Fabergé or Cartier, Carlman

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Vintage 1970s Swedish Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

AENEA untreated certified Emerald 8.32ct 18k Gold Platinum Ring
AENEA untreated certified Emerald 8.32ct 18k Gold Platinum Ring

AENEA untreated certified Emerald 8.32ct 18k Gold Platinum Ring

By AENEA Jewellery

Located in Salzburg, AT

Following the tradition of Faberge and Cartier in the 20s of last century, AENEA handcrafted this

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Solitaire Rings

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White Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Rhodium, Sterling Silver,...

David Webb Blue Turquoise Diamond Gold Platinum Oval Earrings
David Webb Blue Turquoise Diamond Gold Platinum Oval Earrings

David Webb Blue Turquoise Diamond Gold Platinum Oval Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

, sculptural design. Webb drew inspiration from the work of Cartier, Seaman Schepps, Faberge and Verdura. His

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Vintage 1970s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, Platinum

Superb, Substantial Imperial Russian Gold Cabochon Sapphire Cigarette Case
Superb, Substantial Imperial Russian Gold Cabochon Sapphire Cigarette Case

Superb, Substantial Imperial Russian Gold Cabochon Sapphire Cigarette Case

Located in New York, NY

favorite of Cartier and Faberge at the end of the 19th and beginning of the 20th centuries. This cigarette

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Antique 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Boxes and Cases

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

AENEA 18k Yellow Gold Fancy Yellow Brown White Diamonds Bangle
AENEA 18k Yellow Gold Fancy Yellow Brown White Diamonds Bangle

AENEA 18k Yellow Gold Fancy Yellow Brown White Diamonds Bangle

By AENEA Jewellery

Located in Salzburg, AT

If you are looking for a fantastic elegant, but easy to wear piece, that is the one! Like Cartier

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21st Century and Contemporary Austrian Modern Bangles

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Yellow Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Yellow Gold, Rhodium, Ster...

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CARTIER. An Art Deco Black Lacquer And Coral Silver Lipstick
CARTIER. An Art Deco Black Lacquer And Coral Silver Lipstick

CARTIER. An Art Deco Black Lacquer And Coral Silver Lipstick

By Cartier

Located in London, GB

-1961) and left to the Musee des Arts Decoratifs, Paris with his collection of Cartier and Faberge

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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Sterling Silver

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Faberge Tonneau Watch
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Faberge Tonneau Watch

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Faberge Tonneau Watch

By Cartier

Located in Dallas, TX

Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Faberge Tonneau Watch - Manual Movement. 18K Yellow gold ( 20mm x 27mm

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

St Antonio and Child Pendant, by Jean Dampt, Retailed by Cartier, 19th Century
St Antonio and Child Pendant, by Jean Dampt, Retailed by Cartier, 19th Century

St Antonio and Child Pendant, by Jean Dampt, Retailed by Cartier, 19th Century

Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE

: Cf. G. von Habsburg, Fabergé - Cartier: Rivalen am Zarenhof, Munich, 2004, p. 405, plate 854, for a

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Antique 19th Century French Models and Miniatures

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Rare Handmade Pure 24 Karat Yellow Gold & Seed Pearl Beaded Necklace
Rare Handmade Pure 24 Karat Yellow Gold & Seed Pearl Beaded Necklace

Rare Handmade Pure 24 Karat Yellow Gold & Seed Pearl Beaded Necklace

By Campanelli & Pear

Located in Troy, MI

jewelry by famous designers like ; Fabergé, Tiffany, Cartier and Boucheron. How lucky would you be to own

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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Vintage Alhambra necklace 10 motifs white gold diamonds with box certi
Van Cleef Vintage Alhambra necklace 10 motifs white gold diamonds with box certi

Van Cleef Vintage Alhambra necklace 10 motifs white gold diamonds with box certi

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

, Breitling, Audemars Piguet, Fabergé, Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels ... they have a large experience from

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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Book of Cuff Links
Book of Cuff Links

Book of Cuff Links

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H 9.5 in W 9 in D 0.82 in

Book of Cuff Links

Located in North Yorkshire, GB

designed them at some time. This included Cartier, Faberge, Schlumberger, JAR, Verdura and Tiffany. 112

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20th Century Cufflinks

Guilloche Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladybug Pendant Charm
Guilloche Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladybug Pendant Charm

Guilloche Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladybug Pendant Charm

Located in New York, NY

protection it makes a perfect gift and amulet. Cartier, Tiffany's and Faberge have all produced delightful

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20th Century Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

1970s Diamond and gold dome pinky ring by CF Carlman, Stockholm, Sweden.
1970s Diamond and gold dome pinky ring by CF Carlman, Stockholm, Sweden.

1970s Diamond and gold dome pinky ring by CF Carlman, Stockholm, Sweden.

Located in Malmö, Skåne län

and silver work. Though less internationally known than houses such as Fabergé or Cartier, Carlman

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Vintage 1970s Swedish Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Paris Faberge' Tonneau Watch, Circa 1978-1982
Vintage Cartier Paris Faberge' Tonneau Watch, Circa 1978-1982

Vintage Cartier Paris Faberge' Tonneau Watch, Circa 1978-1982

By Cartier

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Introduction: Cartier Faberge' Tonneau watch, made in 18K yellow gold, measuring 26 x 32 mm. White

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Fabergé Imperial Russian Gold and Carved Nephrite Bowl
Antique Fabergé Imperial Russian Gold and Carved Nephrite Bowl

Antique Fabergé Imperial Russian Gold and Carved Nephrite Bowl

By Fabergé

Located in Redmond, WA

-Kulturstiftung, 5 December 1986-22 February 1987, no. 188. “Fabergé Cartier: Rivalen am Zarenhof,” Munich

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Antique Late 19th Century Russian Edwardian More Objets d'Art and Vertu

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14k Gold

Antique Russian Sapphire Gold Silver Silk Purse
Antique Russian Sapphire Gold Silver Silk Purse

Antique Russian Sapphire Gold Silver Silk Purse

Located in Redmond, WA

x 22.8 cm). Belle Époque jewelers like Fabergé, Cartier, and Tillander created beautifully

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Early 20th Century Russian Art Nouveau More Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver

Vintage Cartier Paris Faberge' Tonneau Watch, Medium Size, circa 1978-1982
Vintage Cartier Paris Faberge' Tonneau Watch, Medium Size, circa 1978-1982

Vintage Cartier Paris Faberge' Tonneau Watch, Medium Size, circa 1978-1982

By Cartier

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Introduction: Vintage Cartier Faberge' Romane, Tonneau watch, Ref. 847237 53; made in 18K yellow

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Cartier Faberge For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate cartier faberge for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and yellow gold. You can easily find a 56 antique edition and 30 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a cartier faberge may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. A cartier faberge from Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and Antora — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Take a look at a cartier faberge featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. A brilliant cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and emerald cut versions for sale. Most of our cartier faberge for sale are for women, but there are 46 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Cartier Faberge?

On average, a cartier faberge at 1stDibs sells for $2,660, while they’re typically $220 on the low end and $304,099 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.