Cartier Pasha Diamond Tourmaline Aquamarine White Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
With Peridot, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Green Tourmaline, and Violet Cordierite. 89 Round brilliant cut diamonds, VS1 Clarity, G Color, Approx weight 1.50ctw Details: Size: European 52...
Amethyst, Tourmaline, Aquamarine, Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Ruby Flower Cluster Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 16.9 Grams Stone: Ruby 0.24tcw Measurements: 50.55 x 29.7 x 14.8mm Hallmark: Cartier, 18k Item #: BR-1856-040826-08
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Paris Sapphire Cabochon and Diamond Earrings, 18k
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The two sapphire cabochons weigh appx. 4.25 carats and the diamonds weigh appx. 4.95 carats. Signed Cartier Paris, numbered. French Hallmarks, Makers Mark.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier Double Pave Diamond Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Double Pave Diamond Band Ring by Cartier. With 60 round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, E color total weight approximately 2.50ctw Measurements: Weight: 9.8 grams...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18K White Gold Heart Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This elegant piece features the original heart pendant and chain, both signed Cartier with proper hallmarks and serial numbers.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Diamond Leaf Wide White Gold Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
With 41 round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, F-H color total weight approximately 5ct Details: Ring Size: European 53, US 6 1/4 Weight: 10.4 grams Width: 13mm Stamped Hallmarks...
Diamond, White Gold
Signed Vintage Cartier 18K White Gold Script Logo Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Fully hallmarked to the interior. Simply great design from Cartier!
18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Santos 18k Gold & Stainless Steel Barrel Slide Charm Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Collection: Santos Style: Barrel Slide Charm Pendant Material: 18k yellow gold and stainless steel Hallmarks: Cartier Acier 750 DH8753 Design: Cylindrical slide pendan...
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Cartier Deux Tetes Croisses Heart Motif Diamond Ring
By Cartier
Located in Litchfield, CT
WEIGHT: 5.1 grams STONES: .12 carats total weight G color VS clarity diamonds HALLMARKS: Cartier, 254427, 49, and French eagles head for 18k, 750 for 18k, and two maker's mark ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CARTIER Trinity Ring, 18k Three-Tone Gold, 0.96ct Diamonds, France
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Total weight: 13.08 g. Hallmarks: Swiss hallmark. Signed Cartier and numbered.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Diamond 18k Two-Tone Gold Bypass Ring Size 4
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Style: Bypass Ring Material: 18k Yellow and White Gold Diamonds: Natural diamonds, approximately 0.05ctw Top Measurements: Approximately 13 mm across × 9 mm wide × 6 m...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Santos Steel & 18k Yellow Gold Bar Bell Stud Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Collection/Style: Santos Bar Bell Stud Cufflinks Material: Stainless steel and 18k yellow gold Hallmarks: Cartier D16575 Design: Rectangular bar bell stud cufflinks Me...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold 10.00cttw Diamond Burst Cluster Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Thoughtfully constructed, the earrings include a discreet gold hook at the reverse of the cluster, designed to accommodate interchangeable drops—such as pear-shaped emeralds or pearl...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18-kt Yellow Gold Panther Charm Pendant
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Details: • Designer: Cartier • Collection: Panther • Material: 18k Yellow Gold • Hallmarks: Cartier 750 810152 • Measurements: • With bail: 0.86” tall x 0.87” long x 0.20” high...
18kt Yellow Gold Vintage Cartier Paris Stirrup Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Vintage Cartier Paris Stirrup Cufflinks In 18 Kt Yellow Gold The cuffs are solid 18 karat gold and both signed "Cartier", numbered "133823" and hallmarked at several places.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Beautés Du Monde White Gold Diamond Rubellite Onyx Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
Measuring 21mm at the top and weighing 18.6 grams, it is sized European 52 (US 6). Hallmarked and it comes with Cartier service certificate and box.
Diamond, Onyx, Rubelite, White Gold
Cartier Santos 18K White Gold Hawk’s Eye Dumont Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 27.2 Grams Stone: Hawk's Eye Quartz Face of Ring: 16.4 x 22.5 x 3.8mm Size: 12 Hallmark: Cartier, 750, NC1640, 67 Notes: Includes Box Item #: BR-1836-031926-19
18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Double C 3D Apple Pendant Chain Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
Hallmarked “Cartier 750” on both the pendant and chain, with serial numbers omitted for security, this exceptional vintage piece reflects Cartier’s celebrated craftsmanship and creat...
Yellow Gold
Cartier Love Classic 18kt White Gold Band Ring Size 53
By Cartier
Located in Lisboa, PT
The ring is marked and signed “Cartier,” bears French hallmarks, and is a European size 53.
18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Cartier 18k Gold Emerald Three-Row Band Ring, 1995
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The ring measures 7/16" wide, weighs 16.9 grams, and is a size 6.25 (52) DESIGNER: Cartier CIRCA: 1995 MATERIALS: 18k Gold GEMSTONE: Emerald WEIGHT: 16.9 Grams RING SIZE: 6.25 HALL...
Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage Cartier River 56mm Gold Plated Frame France 1990 Sunglasses
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
All hallmarks. Cartier gold signs on the ear paddles. These are like a pair of jewels on your nose.
Cartier Ruby and Diamond Ear Clips, France, Vintage Cira 1970
By Cartier
Located in Austin, TX
Details Maker: Cartier Origin: France Period: Circa 1970 Metal: 18 Karat Yellow gold Gemstones: Natural Cabochon Rubies Round Brilliant-Cut Diamonds -proximately 1.6 carats total wei...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Cartier Chalice Large Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
Details: Ring Size: European 52 US 6 Weight: 18.7 grams Width: 26mm Stamped Hallmarks: Cartier 750 52 862XXX(serial number omitted) *Free Shipping within the United States* T3305orddd
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier Princess Cut Diamond Eternity Platinum Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
Details: Ring Size: European 53, US 6 3/4 Weight: 4.2 grams Width: 3mm Stamped Hallmarks: PT950 Cartier 53 055XXX(serial number omitted) *Free Shipping within the United States* T3...
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier French Maillon Panthere 18k yellow gold three row necklace
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The concealed box clasp closes flush with the link pattern, so the chain reads as one continuous ribbon of gold rather than a strand with a visible closure — a hallmark of Cartier's ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Men’s Cartier Tank Francaise 18K White Gold Wedding Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Houston, TX
Engraved with "750". The "CARTIER " trademark (or hallmark) can also be found on the item.
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Vendome 878999 18K Gold Manual Gadroon Link 26m Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
The clasp is discreetly integrated within the bracelet links and stamped with Cartier's double-C hallmark. About the Stone: A single sapphire cabochon is set into a beaded gold surr...
Sapphire, Gold
Cartier Diamond Yellow Gold Heart Eternity Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
Details: Ring Size: European 55, US 7 1/4 Weight: 4.6 grams Width: 7mm Stamped Hallmarks: Cartier 750 55 264XXX(serial number omitted) *Free Shipping within the United States* T33...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18KT White Gold Pave Diamond Heart Charm Pendant, Signed
By Cartier
Located in Braintree, GB
Dimensions Length: 2.1 cm Width: 1 cm Weight: 2.83 g Specifications - Maker: Cartier Metal: 18KT white gold Signature: Cartier, 750, numbered Hallmark: French assay mark Fitting: C...
White Gold
Cartier Platinum Wedding Band Ring Size US 8 EU 57
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Style: Domed Band Ring Material: Platinum (PT950) Hallmarks: Cartier PT950 57 AHC123 Design: High-polish domed band Measurements: Band approximately 2 mm wide Ri...
Platinum
Cartier Spartacus 18k White Gold Link Necklace w/Paper 18"
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Cartier Collection: Spartacus Style: Link Necklace Material: 18k white gold Hallmarks: Cartier 750 FO6767 Design: Sculptural oval link chain with fluid silhouette Neckla...
18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Panthère de Cartier Double Headed Panther Ring, Size 54
By Cartier
Located in London, England
The ring is signed and hallmarked Cartier, 54, Au750 (for 18k gold), with the serial number DIS023.
Garnet, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Vintage Coral Diamond Gold Brooch Pin Hand Holding Flower
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The hand is made of coral and round brilliant cut diamonds around it as a bracelet, Weight approx 11 grams Size approx: flower size 14 x 14mm Hand Size approx 33 x 10mm Has Diamon...
Coral, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Panthère Bracelet, 1990s French Design, 7.75"
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Its substantial gram weight and graceful length create a beautifully refined presence on the wrist while maintaining the sleek sophistication of a signed Cartier piece. Hallmarked si...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Fance, 2.50 Carats Diamond Cross Pendant, 18K White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Measurements: 2 x 1 inches Metal: 18 Karat White Gold Stamp: Cartier 750 (Serial number) (French hallmark) (maker's mark) Gross weight: 7.00 grams Diamond Characteristics (insofar a...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Trinity Ring in 18K Rose, Yellow and White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Santa Monica, CA
Each band measures 2.7mm and ring weighs 6.1 grams total. Fully stamped and hallmarked, Cartier reference # H04483 marked inside.
18k Gold
Cartier Diamond Emerald Onyx White Gold Panther Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
This ring comes with an original Cartier box and certificate. Details: Ring Size: European 53 US 6.25 Width: 21mm Weight: 26.3 grams Stamped Hallmarks: Cartier 750 53 652XXX (serial...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, White Gold
Cartier Tortue Diamond Mother Of Pearl Rose Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
Details: Ring Size: 5 1/4 Width: 9mm Weight: 4.1 grams Stamped Hallmarks: Cartier 750 50 PKXXX(serial number has been omitted) *Free Shipping within the United States* T3307mdhd
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Cartier Penelope 18K Yellow Gold 0.80ct Diamond Necklace CA15-070926
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
The central pendant pav-set with approximately 0.80 carats of round brilliant diamonds framing the interlocking oval surround functions simultaneously as the necklace's showpiece a...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Large Trinity Hoop Tri-Color Gold Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Tri-Color (Yellow, White, Rose) Gold Large Trinity Hoop Earrings by Cartier. These earrings are for pierced ears. Details: Measurements: 30mm x 31mm Weight: 15.4 grams Stamped ...
Gold
Cartier Bird Diamond White Gold Pendant Pin Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Bird Pin Brooch Pendant by Cartier. With 60 round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight approximately 2.50ct Details: Measurements: 2 3/4"...
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier Hematite Dolphin Yellow Gold Pendant Link Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Hematite Dolphin Pendant Necklace by Cartier. With 1 round emerald in the eye Hematite stone Details: Pendant: 46mm x 32mm Chain: Length: 16.5" Width: 4mm Weight: Ch...
Hematite, Yellow Gold
Cartier certified GIA 1.58 ct diamond solitaire ring in platinum
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Pre-owned ring from the 2000s, signed Cartier, France. Dog's head hallmark, maker's mark, Cartier signature inside the band, Pt950 mark, and House of Cartier serial number.
Diamond, Platinum
Cartier Diamond White Gold Diamant Leger De Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
Details: Size: European 56, US 7.5 Weight: 5.1 grams Stamped Hallmarks: Cartier 750 56 SXXXX(Serial Omitted) *Free Shipping within the United States* T2938eodd
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage Cartier 1.76tcw Diamond Crossover Eternity Double Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This piece exemplifies Cartier’s signature style and enduring appeal. Weight: 5.2 Grams Stone: Diamond 1.76tcw Measurements: 20.45 x 7 x 20.3mm Size: 5.75mm Hallmark: Cartier 18k I...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Maillon Panthere Diamond Ceramic White Gold Link Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
This necklace comes with service paper from Cartier store and a Cartier box. Details: Weight: 86.6 grams Length: 17" Width: 9mm Stamped Hallmarks: Cartier 750 XE3XXX(serial number o...
Diamond, White Gold
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Cartier 18kt Gold Heart-Shaped Pearl Ring – Circa 1970s
By Cartier
Located in Braintree, GB
Fully signed and serial numbered by Cartier, bearing French eagle head hallmarks and EU size 55 marking (UK size O / US size 7.25).
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier 3 Diamonds LOVE Ring 18kt White Gold
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Cartier LOVE Collection 3 Diamond Band Ring Style: With Diamonds Ref. number: B403255 Serial #: NU**** Metal: 18 kt White Gold Size: 51 / 5.75 US Width: 5.5 MM TCW: 0.22 tcw Ma...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Cartier Diamond Eternity Band Yellow Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Eternity Band Ring by Cartier. With 22 round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, E color total weight approx. 1.5ctw Details: Ring Size: 5.5 Weight: 4.1 gram...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
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Cartier Panthere Griffe Diamond Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Panthere Griffe Band Ring by Cartier. With 68 round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color total weight approx. 2.50ctw Details: Ring Size: European 54 U...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier Diamond La Donna White Gold Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond La Dona Band Ring by Cartier. With 22x round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color total weight approx. .50ct Details: Ring Size: European 53, US 6 1/...
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier Orissa 9.17 Carat Diamond White Gold Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
With 280 Round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity E color Total Diamond Weight approx. 9.17ct Details: Length: 15.5" Width: 10mm Weight: 66.2 grams Stamped Hallmarks: Cartier 750 8...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier Signed Sterling Silver Gold Plate Santa Claus Ornament Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Cartier Mexico signed sterling silver gold plated Santa Claus figural ornament pendant featuring an engraved and pierced flat silhouette of Santa's face with hat, beard rende...
Gold, Sterling Silver
Cartier Baignoire 18K Yellow Gold Factory Diamond-Set Quartz Watch
By Cartier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Caseback: Secured with multiple screws, exquisitely engraved with the classic Cartier Paris signature, 18K gold hallmarks, Swiss made indication, reference number 66046, and unique s...
Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Baignoire W15133L2 Steel Quartz Ladies Watch Integrated Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Monaco, MC
The silvered white dial displays Roman numeral hour markers, a hallmark of Cartier's classical approach to watch design.
Stainless Steel
Cartier Paris Gold, Platinum and Diamond Compact France, Circa 1970
By Cartier
Located in Austin, TX
Details • Maker: Cartier Paris 3½ × 2⅜ x ⅝ inches • Origin: France • Period: Circa 1970 • Material: 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Platinum • Diamonds: 100 round and single-cut diamonds, a...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
Vintage Cartier Paris 18ct Gold & Lapis Lazuli Turtle Brooch, 1950s
By Cartier
Located in London, England
Additional information: Material: 18ct Gold Origin: France Date of Manufacture: 1950s Era: Mid 20th Century (1940s-1960s) Diamonds: * Rose cut diamonds approx. 0.04 carats in total ...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Cartier Nigeria Diamond Wide Yellow Gold Band Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Nigeria Diamond Wide Band Ring by Cartier. With 125 round brilliant cut diamonds VVS1 clarity, F-H color total weight approximately 5.65ct Details: Ring Size: European...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier Maillon Panthére 18K Diamond White Ceramic Articulated Link Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This is a discontinued product. With Cartier Japan service paper. Approximate Weight: 33.0 grams Diamonds - 1.60 carat in E - F color VVS - VS clarity Approximate Measurement:...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Sorbet Diamond Tourmaline Sapphire White Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
Details: Ring Size: European 50 US 5 1/4 Weight: 5.7 grams Width: 11mm Stamped Hallmarks: 750 Cartier 50 63025B *Free Shipping within the United States* T1370trhd
Diamond, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
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.
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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.