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1950's Cartier Ribbed 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
The 1950s Cartier Vintage Cufflinks are a refined and elegant accessory that embodies mid-century
Category

Vintage 1950s French Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Cartier Diamond and Platinum Bow Pin, Circa 1940's-1950's.
By Cartier
Located in New Orleans, LA
Classic Estate 1940's-1950s platinum bow brooch signed by Cartier, containing approximately 7
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1950's Cartier Ruby Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Gold Turtle Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
stem Tested as platinum and 18 karat gold Numbered and fully signed Cartier Circa: 1950s Measures
Category

Vintage 1950s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Cartier 1950s Diamond Platinum Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Houston, TX
long and 1/2 inch wide. Circa 1950's.
Category

Vintage 1950s French Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier Rare Vintage 1950’s Gold Earclips and Brooch Set
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, DE
outfit for any occasion. Made in the 1950’s these are still timeless pieces of fine jewelry and
Category

Vintage 1950s European Post-War Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold

1950s Yellow Gold French Cartier Sapphire Cufflinks Signed Cartier
By Cartier
Located in Lexington, KY
1950s. The cufflinks are signed Cartier and have the correct marks for the time. There are four, 1.20
Category

Vintage 1950s French Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

CARTIER Coffee Bean Yellow Gold Vintage 1950s Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous rare vintage Cartier ring is crafted in 18k yellow gold from a "Coffeebean
Category

Vintage 1950s Dome Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

1950s Cartier 14k Gold Brushed Band Ring sz 7
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Cartier ring from the 1950s is crafted in 14k gold and weighs 8 grams. It features a brushed
Category

Vintage 1950s Band Rings

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage 1950s Cartier Pencil
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold Signed by Cartier Circa 1950s 3 1/2 x 3/8 inches
Category

Vintage 1950s Desk Accessories

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Vintage 1950s Pair Diamond Gold Diamond Bow Brooches
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Vintage 1950s Pair Diamond Gold Diamond Bow Brooches A pair of 18k yellow gold swirl design
Category

Vintage 1960s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

CARTIER Retro 14k Yellow Gold Union Pacific Cufflinks Retro 1950s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier 14k Yellow Gold Union Pacific Cufflinks Retro 1950s Here is your chance to purchase a
Category

Vintage 1950s American Cufflinks

Materials

Yellow Gold

1950s Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Box
By Cartier
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
1950's Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Box. 12.5 CM X 8.25 CM X 1 CM Metal Type: 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Category

Mid-20th Century French Boxes and Cases

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Box
1950s Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Box
W 3.25 in D 0.4 in L 4.93 in
Cartier 1950s 14kt Gold Match Book Holder
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gorgeous authentic 14kt Gold match book holder by Cartier circa 1950s. Is approximately 2 1/8" by 1
Category

Vintage 1950s American Vanity Items

Materials

14k Gold

1950s Cartier 18k Yellow Gold & 5.85ct Ruby "C" Link Bracelet, Size 6.75
By Cartier
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
1950 Featured in Bonhams Auction April 29, 2019 Fine Jewelry Signature Auction - Dallas #5400
Category

Vintage 1950s French Modern Link Bracelets

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s Cartier Vintage Gold Eight Day Desk Clock
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
This aesthetically captivating authentic circa 1950 Cartier eight-day desk clock is made with a
Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Desk Accessories

Materials

14k Gold, Gold

1950s Cartier Vintage Gold Eight Day Desk Clock
1950s Cartier Vintage Gold Eight Day Desk Clock
H 2.15 in W 1.6 in D 1.15 in L 2.15 in
1950s French Cartier 7 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
ring is made of 3 gold threads that meet at the base. Special order handmade by Maison Cartier. Ring
Category

Vintage 1950s French Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

CARTIER PARIS 1950's Diamond Gold Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Brilliant cut diamond and 18ct yellow gold stylized 'C' link bracelet signed and numbered Cartier
Category

Vintage 1950s French Link Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier 1950s Citrine Diamond Gold Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A pair of flower retro 18 karat yellow gold earrings by Cartier. The earrings feature two round
Category

Vintage 1950s French Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier 1950s Citrine Diamond Gold Earrings
Cartier 1950s Citrine Diamond Gold Earrings
W 1.25 in D 0.5 in Dm 3 in L 1 in
1950s Cartier Paris Diamond Fluted Gold Fan-Shaped Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
18K gold with a band of small diamonds set in platinum along the rim, signed Cartier Paris
Category

20th Century French Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Pair of Three Estate 1950s Cartier Ruby, Diamond, and Sapphire Rings
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Set of Three Cartier Rings, Very Vintage from the 1950's. Each ring features a row of either
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum

Signed Cartier 1.10 Carat Diamond and 18 Karat Rose Gold Floral Brooch, 1950s
By Cartier
Located in Antwerp, BE
Imagine this festive Estate brooch in 18K red gold by Cartier with every of its twilled threads
Category

Mid-20th Century French Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 18 Karat Yellow Gold Sapphire 1950's Vintage Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Xupes Code: COM1277 Brand: Cartier Description: 18k Yellow Gold Sapphire Vintage Cufflinks
Category

Vintage 1950s Cufflinks

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

CARTIER c.1950's Baguette Diamond & Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Feminine and classy bracelet created by Cartier in Paris in the 1950's. It features eleven baguette
Category

Vintage 1950s French More Bracelets

1950's Vintage Cartier 18K Yellow Gold and Ruby Flower Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Washington Depot, CT
" in diameter. Stamped Cartier 18Kts Swiss 750 circa 1950's 5.0 dwt / 7.8 g Very good preowned
Category

Vintage 1950s European Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

CARTIER LONDON 1950's Gold Ribbed Disc Link Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York City, NY
Rare and unusual 18K gold link bracelet by Cartier. It features a distinct ribbed disc design, with
Category

Vintage 1950s English Link Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Platinum 9.18tcw VS1-VS2 Diamond Line Bracelet, 1950's
By Cartier
Located in Towson, MD
Spectacular 1950's Cartier bracelet in platinum. The line bracelet is made in all platinum and
Category

Vintage 1950s Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Cartier 18K Rose Gold Coin 1950's Vintage Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This piece from Cartier is a very rare from the 1950's, a coin crafted in 18k rose gold. This
Category

Vintage 1950s French Brooches

Materials

Rose Gold

1950’S Cartier Gold Heart Brooch 14k Two Tone
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
with any fashion style. This 1950s jewelry piece by Cartier turns any outfit into a refined garment
Category

Vintage 1950s Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Cartier 18K Gold Girard Perregaux Tank Watch c.1950's
By Cartier
Located in Cape May, NJ
Vintage Cartier 18K Gold Girard Perregaux Tank Watch c.1950's This Cartier Tank watch is a rare
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Platinum Charms 1950s
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950s Cartier USA Platinum Charm Bracelet Charms, a Wrench set with a Diamond measuring 1
Category

Vintage 1950s American Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1950's Cartier Turquoise Sapphire Diamond & Yellow Gold Jester Pin Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Adorable and fun Jester pin created by Cartier in the 1950's. Beautiful color combination of
Category

Vintage 1950s French Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, Turquoise, Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier 1950s Gold "Sputnik" Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
, December 2012) Circa 1950's. Signed, "Cartier" "14K".
Category

Vintage 1950s Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

Cartier, Diamond & Platinum Line Bracelet est.10cts circa 1950's
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Description A classic diamond and platinum line bracelet by Cartier c.1950s, set with thirty-nine
Category

Vintage 1950s American Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1950s Cartier Diamond Gold Platinum Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in New York City, NY
Rare and unusual platinum, 18K yellow gold and diamond fan cufflinks by Cartier, circa 1950s. They
Category

Vintage 1950s Modernist Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

1950s Cartier Ribbed Gold Folding Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in New York City, NY
Handsome 18K yellow gold folding cufflinks by Cartier, circa 1950s. They feature a folding
Category

Mid-20th Century Cufflinks

Materials

18k Gold

1950s Cartier Paris Diamond Gold Flower Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Classic Cartier fashion that benefits the jewelry world. An astute accessory that can be worn by
Category

Vintage 1960s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Cartier 1950s Diamond Platinum Vintage Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Beautiful and elegant 1950's Cartier diamond bracelet. Crafted in platinum, the bracelet features
Category

Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

Gold Bar Cufflinks CARTIER Paris 1950s
By Cartier
Located in St. Catharines, ON
Cartier Paris, with maker’s stamp, French hallmarks. Each link 3/4 in. (1.9 cm.) long; space between
Category

Vintage 1950s Cufflinks

1950s Cartier Gold Link Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1950s, 14k, Cartier, New York City. Timeless and tailored, this Cartier classic is the
Category

Vintage 1950s American Link Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold

1950s Sapphire and Diamond Brooch, Signed Cartier
By Cartier
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A spectacular 1950s design, with a sweeping stroke of brilliant white diamonds accented by a burst
Category

Vintage 1950s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

1950s Cartier sapphire gold cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
in 14ct gold, by Cartier New York. Circa 1950s.
Category

Vintage 1950s American Cufflinks

Materials

Sapphire, 14k Gold

1950s Cartier Diamond Platinum Engagement ring
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950s Cartier, Platinum mounted 1.20 Carat Emerald cut Diamond Engagement Ring, GIA graded as
Category

Vintage 1950s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

1950s Cartier Diamond Gold Sputnik Clip Pin Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Elegant and fun Sputnik clip created by Cartier in the 1950's. Makes a chic accent to any outfit
Category

Vintage 1950s American Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier London 1950s Citrine Gold Flower Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
approximate weight of the brooch is 30.75 carats. In a stylized, bursting chrysanthemum motif. Circa 1950’s
Category

Vintage 1950s English Brooches

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold

1950s Cartier Coral Gold Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A pair of elegant cufflinks by Cartier, with fine spherical coral and gold elements, mounted in
Category

Vintage 1950s French Cufflinks

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold

1950s Cartier Modernist Gold Signet Ring
By Cartier
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1950s, 18k, Cartier, Paris. Sleekly modern, this heavy gold signet ring by Cartier has
Category

Vintage 1950s French Signet Rings

Materials

18k Gold

1950s Cartier Paris Sapphire Gold Bangle
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
approximate total weight of 4.80 carats. Circa 1950's. Signed, “Cartier Paris” “8-03 (partial). (MG
Category

Vintage 1950s French Bangles

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Cartier Yellow Gold Helm Manual Wristwatch, 1950s
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1950s Cartier "Helm" Wheel Wrist Watch, 32 M.M. 18K Yellow Gold case. Cartier Inc. 17 Jewel
Category

Vintage 1950s French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

1950s Cartier Gold Fan Pin Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
This authentic vintage 1950's Cartier 14K yellow gold lapel brooch is of French provenance, bearing
Category

Vintage 1960s French Modern Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

1950's Cartier 33.25 Carats Aquamarine Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Link Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
karat gold Numbered, with maker's mark, and fully signed Cartier Circa: 1950s Length: 7 1/2 Width: 5
Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Link Bracelets

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

1950s Cartier Chalcedony Gold Turtle Pin
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A chic Turtle pin by Cartier, in calcedony and gold. Circa 1950.
Category

Vintage 1950s French Brooches

Materials

Chalcedony, 18k Gold

1950s Cartier Diamond Gold Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
bracelet, by Cartier. The tight, flat ribbing in combination with the larger bombé ribbing works
Category

Vintage 1950s French Link Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

1950s Cartier Coral Diamond Sapphire Emerald Gold Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Chic colorful bracelet created by Cartier in the 1950's. Rare. Its design was inspired by Louis
Category

Vintage 1950s French More Bracelets

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Coral, Emerald, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Diamond Yellow Gold Poodle Clip Pin Brooch Pair, 1950s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A pair of iconic poodle pins created by Cartier in Italy in the 1950s. Definitely a conversational
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Yellow Gold 18K Ring, 1950s
By Cartier
Located in Geneva, CH
Avant-Garde design from the 1950's. 18K yellow gold ring by Cartier. Signed Cartier. Weight: 22.53
Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier 1950's 1.76 Carats Diamond Emerald 18 Karat Two-Tone Bypass Ring GIA
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Tested as 18 karat gold Fully signed Cartier Circa: 1950s Ring Size: 9 & sizable Measures: 13.7 mm
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Cartier Paris Late 1950s 'Bird in a Nest' Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
woven gold wire nest. Circa late 1950's. Signed, "Cartier" "750" "38545"
Category

Vintage 1950s French Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold

1950s Cartier Monture Pearl Diamond Gold Earrings
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
mounted in 18k (tested) white gold by Cartier. The pearls are white with nice luster and measure
Category

Vintage 1950s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

South Sea Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Cartier Jewelry 1950s For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of cartier jewelry 1950s available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum, these items were constructed with great care. Find a collection of 623 vintage versions or 1 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 19th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Retro and Modern are consistently popular styles when it comes to cartier jewelry 1950s. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 168, are particularly popular. There are many round cut, brilliant cut and baguette cut cartier jewelry 1950s for sale. If you’re browsing the variety of cartier jewelry 1950s for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

How Much are Cartier Jewelry 1950s?

On average, cartier jewelry 1950s at 1stDibs sell for $9,880, while they’re typically $538 on the low end and $650,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
Questions About Cartier Jewelry 1950s
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    The most popular Cartier jewelry is open to debate. Because the French luxury jewelry maker has produced many iconic lines and style trends change over time, it can be difficult to state which is the most popular at any given moment. Some highly sought-after Cartier pieces include those from the Love, Trinity and Panthère de Cartier collections, as well as the Juste un Clou bracelet. On 1stDibs, shop a wide range of Cartier jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    Cartier jewelry is made of a variety of carefully selected materials. For metals, the French luxury jewelry maker typically uses platinum or 18-karat yellow, white or rose gold. With respect to the color of its diamonds, Cartier selects diamonds from classes D through H to ensure that the gemstones are colorless and have little or no fluorescence. Some pieces feature genuine leather, Akoya pearls and other fine materials. On 1stDibs, explore a wide range of Cartier jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    On Cartier jewelry, a 750 stamp means that a piece is 75% gold metal. You will find the stamp on the 18-karat gold pieces made by Cartier, such as the Love bracelet. On 1stDibs, find an assortment of Cartier jewelry from some of the worlds top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Yes, the diamonds on Cartier jewelry are real. Cartier exclusively selects diamonds that have been assigned a rating that is between D and H, and the internationally revered French luxury house’s accessories strictly feature diamonds with little or no fluorescence to ensure the quality of their pieces. Shop a wide variety of Cartier jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes. While the gem has always been a mainstay in jewelry, there was a boom in demand for pearl pieces in the 1950s. The style at the time was black-and-white-chic, and pearls were an excellent accompaniment to pieces like the classic little black dress. Shop a collection of expertly vetted pearl jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 23, 2024
    1950s furniture is called vintage furniture. Some pieces produced during this period may be considered mid-century modern based on their characteristics. Mid-century modern design refers to the variety of modernism that rose to prominence in the 1940s and ’50s. It displays many of the characteristics of the earlier versions of modernism, including simple forms and a focus on functionality. Other traits common in mid-century modern furniture include unadorned silhouettes, clean lines and mixed materials, emphasizing wood, wool, steel and plastic. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 1950s furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJune 30, 2023
    Some popular watches for men during the 1950s were the Rolex Submariner, the Enicar Sherpa Dive, the Breitling Navitimer, Omega, Constellation and the Rolex GMT-Master. Rolex, Timex, Orvin, Tower and Elgin were among the top watchmakers for women during the decade. On 1stDibs, find a collection of antique, vintage and contemporary watches.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 21, 2024
    The clothing style in the 1950s was well tailored and classic. For women, dresses with padded busts, cinched waists and hips, and full circle skirts were popular, and the collared button-up shirt dress came into fashion during the decade. Men tended to wear suits in neutral gray, dark blue and brown colors made out of easy-to-care-for synthetic fabrics. Straight-cut double-breasted blazers were commonly worn for casual occasions. On 1stDibs, explore a variety of vintage clothing from the 1950s.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    In the 1910s, Art Nouveau jewelry was popular. Trends of the time included long necklaces often decorated with tassels and platinum beads. Among gemstones, diamonds and sapphires were in high demand. Find a selection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023
    During the 1800s, necklaces, earrings, brooches and hair accessories were popular jewelry pieces in styles ranging from Georgian with enamel details to Victorian with floral flourishes. The commonly used gemstones of the 19th century included diamonds, emeralds, rubies, sapphires, garnets and amethysts. Gold was the dominant metal for jewelry, but silver became sought-after during the 1880s and 1890s. Explore an assortment of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    What era 1920s jewelry is depends on its design. Most people associate this decade with the Art Deco movement, which took inspiration from eclectic sources like Cubism, ancient Egypt and Native American, African and Asian motifs. However, some pieces produced during the 1920s are more in line with the style trends of earlier periods, such as Art Nouveau, Edwardian and Victorian. Explore a diverse assortment of 1920s jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    In the 1700s, popular jewelry types included bracelets, brooches, belt buckles, earrings, rings and necklaces. Additionally, women frequently wore hair jewelry, such as tiaras, hairpins and combs encrusted with precious gemstones. You can find a selection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023
    In the 1950s, several diamond cuts were popular. They included the brilliant round cut, the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. Rings that featured a large central stone flanked by smaller baguettes were also trendy during the decade. Find a collection of vintage diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    In the 1950s, a Chanel bag was priced between $200 and $300. The iconic Chanel 2.55 bag cost $220 when first introduced in February 1955. Accounting for inflation, that works out to around $2,536 in today's money. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of Chanel bags from some of the world's top boutiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023
    There were a few popular diamond cuts in the 1950s. One was the brilliant round cut, which is still common today due to its simple shape and prominent sparkle. Other favorite cuts of the decade included the Asscher cut, the emerald cut and the marquise cut. On 1stDibs, explore a large selection of engagement rings.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    The best-known 1950s furniture style is called mid-century modern. Organically shaped, clean-lined and elegantly simple are three phrases that describe vintage mid-century modern furniture. The style emerged primarily in the years following World War II through creators who believed that good design was an essential part of good living. Mid-century modern designers combined natural and human-made materials, such as teak, rosewood and oak woods as well as steel, fiberglass and molded plywood. Some well-known mid-century modern designers include Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, Milo Baughman, Florence Knoll, Harry Bertoia, Isamu Noguchi and George Nelson. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of mid-century modern furniture.
  • 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 27, 2025
    Frank Stella is the artist who became famous for his series of black paintings in the late 1950s and early 1960s. These works featured bands of black paint separated by thin, precise stripes of bare canvas. At a time when contemporary painting was all about wild gestures, thick paint and formal abandon, the “Black Paintings” created a sensation. Explore a range of Frank Stella art on 1stDibs.