Cartier Vintage Zodiac Sapphire Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
Cartier Vintage Zodiac Sapphire Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace A fabulous vintage Cartier zodiac
1990s French Pendant Necklaces
Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Cartier Vintage Zodiac Sapphire Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Tel Aviv, IL
Cartier Vintage Zodiac Sapphire Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace A fabulous vintage Cartier zodiac
Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Zodiac Pendant, Plique-a-Jour Enamel, 1970s
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite Cartier polychrome and plique-a-jour enamel 18K yellow gold zodiac pendant for the sign
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Cartier very Rare Large 'Airies' Zodiac Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Addlestone, GB
Cartier very Rare Large 'Airies' Zodiac Pendant Signed Cartier and numbered, marked 750 for 18ct
18k Gold
Cartier White Gold Platinum Diamond Emerald Zodiac Pisces Fish Pin Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
A mesmerizing testament to Cartier’s iconic luxury, this Rare Vintage Pisces Two Fish Brooch
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Cartier Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Virgo Agate Pendant, Circa 1970-75
Located in Greenwich, CT
Forged in nature, this Cartier Virgo zodiac agate and 18 karat yellow gold vintage pendant has a
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold
$14,950
W 1.58 in L 6.58 in
Large Russian Armorial Prince Troubetskoy Crest 18k Gold Cigar Pendant Fob Tool
Located in New York, NY
Cartier in their Zodiac lines and Bulgari in Monette. The fob chain may be worn as an accent to the
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
Cartier Libra Zodiac Gold Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Striking zodiac cufflinks with the "Libra" symbol. Made and signed by CARTIER. Heavy gauge 18K
Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Zodiac Pendant 1978
By Cartier
Located in Cincinnati, OH
featuring a Capricorn zodiac in the central panel. A wonderful vintage Cartier Zodiac . Retailed by Cartier
18k Gold
Cartier Zodiac Vintage Diamond Gold Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
An iconic Cartier zodiac pendant featuring a removable diamond screw to set on your zodiac sign
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Zodiac Medallion, 1973, 18 Karat Gold
By Cartier
Located in Addison, TX
This incredible 18 Karat Gold Zodiac Medallion by Cartier is exquisite when worn on a gold chain
18k Gold
Cartier Zodiac Virgo Pendant by George L'Enfant
By Cartier
Located in Bethesda, MD
This very rare pendant was created in Paris by George L'Enfant for Cartier. The feminine figure on
18k Gold
Cartier Vintage Zodiac Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
A fabulous vintage Cartier zodiac pendant, the pendant showcases all 12 zodiac signs and diamond
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Cartier Georges Lenfant Gold Aries Zodiac Pendant 1970s
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A vintage, super size 18 karat gold Aries zodiac pendant, by Cartier, 1970s. Signed Cartier Paris
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Arthus Bertrand Paris 18k & Plique a Jour Enamel Boston Charm Pendant Vintage
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Signature: French eagle hallmark / AB maker mark (He designed the Cartier zodiacs)
Enamel
Cartier France Sagittarius 1970s Zodiac Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Gender- Neutral Gold Zodiac Vintage 70's Necklace by Cartier. The 1 1/2" x 1 1/8" ( without bale
18k Gold
CARTIER stylish bold zodiac pendant and chain.
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold chain and zodiac pendant. Both signed Cartier. The chain is designed as
18k Gold
Cartier Paris Ruby Gold Zodiac Link Charm Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
No matter what your Zodiac sign is this vintage 18 karat yellow and white gold Cartier link charm
Ruby
Cartier Taurus Zodiac Modernist Diamond Gold Charm Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
Be bullish with this modernist Cartier Taurus zodiac diamond and gold pendant charm. Representing
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Cartier Taurus Zodiac Modernist Diamond Gold Charm Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
Be bullish with this modernist Cartier Taurus zodiac diamond and gold pendant charm. Representing
Diamond, Gold
Vintage Cartier 18 Karat Gold Leo Zodiac Ring
By Cartier
Located in McLeansville, NC
Circa 1960-70s, 18 karat yellow gold leo zodiac ring by Cartier. Ring Size 7.5 2.9 dwts
18k Gold
1970s Cartier Diamond Yellow Gold Cancer Zodiac Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Lovely and fun Cancer Zodiac pendant created by Cartier NY in the 1970s. A perfect gift for someone
White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Vintage 18 Karat Gold Leo Zodiac Ring
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
High polished gold depicting the zodiac symbol for Leo Leo is the 5th sign of the horoscope and
18k Gold
Cartier Platinum 18 Karat Gold Amethyst Zodiac Sagittarius Pendant
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A vintage platinum and 18k yellow gold zodiac pendant featuring Sagittarius, circa 1970 by Cartier
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Platinum
Cartier London Leo Zodiac Gold Vintage Pendant Cord Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
Lions symbolize strength, courage, loyalty, and protection, and this vintage Cartier London Leo
Gold
Cartier Mid-Century Gold Diamond Gemini Zodiac Pendant Charm
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
Two is better than one, and with this Cartier mid-century Gemini zodiac pendant charm, you will
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Cartier Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Leo Zodiac Sign Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
This vintage Cartier pendant is crafted from 18K yellow gold and boasts a depiction of a Leo - the
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Vintage Gold Diamond Zodiac Hexagon Shape Pendant Charm Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
Cover all your bases with this Cartier vintage zodiac 18 karat yellow gold pendant charm
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
CARTIER 18k Two Tone Gold & Diamond Zodiac Pendant Vintage 1970s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier 18k Two Tone Gold & Diamond Zodiac Pendant Vintage 1970s Here is your chance to purchase a
Diamond, Gold
Cartier 1970's 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Virgo Zodiac Ring
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a stylized astrological symbol for the Virgo zodiac Flanked by knife edge shoulders With
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Vintage Diamond Zodiac Yellow and White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow And White Gold Vintage Zodiac Diamond Pendant Necklace by Cartier. With 1 Round
Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Paris Georges L'Enfant Gemini Zodiac Gold Oval Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
Make it a double. This rare Cartier Paris Georges L'Enfant Gemini zodiac modernist oval pendant
Gold
Cartier 1964 18 Karat Yellow Gold Scorpio Zodiac Vintage Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
rendering of a scorpion Representing the Scorpio zodiac Engraved with crosshatched patterns Reverse is
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier 1970's 18 Karat Yellow Gold Capricorn Zodiac Vintage Ring
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
finish Capricorn is the zodiac for December 22nd - January 19th Stamped 18k for 18 karat gold Fully
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Rare Vintage Horoscope Gemini Zodiac Sign 18k Gold Charm Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Simpsonville, SC
Celebrate the duality and brilliance of the Gemini spirit with this rare vintage Cartier charm
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CARTIER Vintage 18k Yellow Gold & Chrysoprase Lion Medusa Leo Zodiac Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cartier Vintage 1960s 18k Yellow Gold & Chrysoprase Lion Medusa Leo Zodiac Pendant Rare Here is
Yellow Gold
Cartier French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Capricorn Vintage Zodiac Charm Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
signed for Cartier Circa: 20th Century Measures: 5/8 x 7/8 inch Total weight: 2.7 grams Stock Number: We
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Diamond and Blue Stone Yellow Gold Sagittarius Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
Cartier depicts the zodiac sign of Sagittarius. The brooch is expertly made of luxurious 18K yellow gold
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Zodiac Vintage Diamond Gold Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
An iconic Cartier zodiac pendant featuring a removable diamond screw to set on your zodiac sign
Diamond, White Diamond
Cartier Leo 1970s Zodiac Ring
By Cartier
Located in Cincinnati, OH
Gold Cartier Leo symbol zodiac ring from the 70's. The 18k yellow gold ring 5/8" x 9/16" with a
18k Gold
1970s Cartier Pisces Zodiac Gold Pendant
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat gold Pisces zodiac pendant, by Cartier, 1970s. Signed Cartier Paris. Stamped with
Gold
1970s Cartier Gold Zodiac Ring Cancer
By Cartier
Located in Cincinnati, OH
1970's Cartier 18k gold ring. The 6/8" x 1/2" 18k yellow gold ring in shape of the zodiac
18k Gold
Cartier Capricorn Zodiac Modernist Diamond Gold Charm Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
strikingly collectible Cartier gold and diamond Capricorn zodiac vintage charm is stylishly forceful. Signed
Diamond, Gold
Cartier Paris Vintage Taurus Zodiac Gold Pendant Charm
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
This Cartier Paris vintage Taurus zodiac gold pendant charm celebrates those born between April
Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Yellow Gold Leo Pendant Zodiac Lion, 1970s
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Lovely and fun Leo Zodiac pendant created by Cartier in the 1970s. A perfect gift for someone who
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18 Karat Cartier Gemini Large Zodiac Astrological Pendant Charm
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Large Cartier Gemini Zodiac Astrological Pendant Charm c.1970s Fully
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Vintage Ruby Zodiac Yellow and White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow And White Gold Vintage Zodiac Ruby Pendant Necklace by Cartier. With 1 round ruby
Ruby, 18k Gold
Cartier Paris Georges L'Enfant Taurus Zodiac Vintage Oval Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
Take the bull by the horns with this Cartier Paris Georges L'Enfant Taurus, the bull, zodiac
18k Gold
Cartier Georges L'Enfant Capricorn Zodiac Oval Gold Vintage Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
This Cartier Georges L'Enfant Capricorn zodiac oval gold vintage pendant, with it's engraved
Gold, 18k Gold
Sold
H 1.74 in W 1.11 in D 0.24 in
1970's Cartier 18k Gold Aquarius Zodiac Pendant by Georges L'Enfant
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage Cartier Aquarius Zodiac pendant or medal. In 18k gold. Designed by Georges
18k Gold
Sold
H 1.1 in W 0.83 in
CARTIER 1955 Zodiacal Piscis Textured Fish Pendant 18Kt Yellow Gold With Coral
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Piscis fish pendant-charm designed by Cartier. This is a beautiful piscis fish pendant, created in
Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Zodiac Sign Pendant Aquarius
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A 18 K yellow gold zodiac medal ( Aquarius) Made in the 1960s and 1970s these rare zodiac pendant
18k Gold
Cartier Paris Libra Zodiac Medallion
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
18k gold Libra zodiac pendant, signed Cartier
CARTIER Paris Pisces Zodiac Medallion
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Rare jumbo sized Cartier Paris Pisces zodiac medallion. A wonderful personal piece of jewelry in
Cartier Paris Taurus Zodiac Medallion
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A very fine Taurus zodiac pendant from Cartier Paris made from one solid piece of gold. Measures 1
Cartier Paris Taurus Zodiac Medallion
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare and classic 18k zodiac pendant from the 1970s by Cartier Paris. The front depicts
Cartier Gold Gemini Zodiac Pendant
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier London Gemini zodiac pendant in 18k gold. A lovely and unusual rendering of the sign of the
18k Gold
Cartier Paris Leo Zodiac Pendant
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A lovely depiction of the Leo zodiac sign by Cartier Paris. The reverse side bears the Greek symbol
CARTIER Paris Taurus Zodiac Pendant
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful Cartier Paris 18k gold zodiac pendant of the sign Taurus. These pendants are extremely
Cartier Vintage Leo Zodiac Charm
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
1950s Cartier 18KT yellow gold charm. Leo the lion is hand cut out, with "Leo" engraved under it
Diamond, 18k Gold
Cartier London Taurus Zodiac Pendant
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
yellow gold, suspended from a flexible bail, signed Cartier in script, numbered #03158, with full English
18k Gold
Cartier Paris Pisces Zodiac Gold Pendant
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Cartier Paris 18k gold oval pendant bearing the motif of the zodiac sign Pisces. The reverse side
18k Gold
Cartier Paris Pisces Zodiac Charm Pendant
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Unique and rare double figural fish charm pendant. Made, signed and numbered by CARTIER PARIS. 18K
18k Gold
Cartier Vintage Virgo Zodiac Gold Charm
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond set in a star and has a rope border. The reverse is engraved "Cartier
Diamond
John Galliano for Christian Dior S/S 2009 Silk Halter Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich purple silk halter dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is fitted through the bodice with a stunning intricately detailed ruffle trimmed plunge halter neckli...
Giorgio Armani 1990s Silver Gunmetal Avant Garde Vintage 90s Silk Blouse Top
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage GIORGIO ARMANI 90s silver and gunmetal Avant Garde sleeveless shirt! Features luxurious silk, with an excellent draped neckline, and asymmetrical ruffle along the f...
$5,480Sale Price|20% Off
H 1.14 in W 0.75 in
Tiffany & Co. Old Mine Diamond Enamel Flower Lily Brooch Pin 1900 Antique Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
This is an extraordinary antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Enamel Flower Brooch in its Tiffany & Co. fitted box. The magnificent fully three dimensional flower represents possibly a Call...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Hermes Birkin 25 Shiny Crocodile Porosus white gold with diamonds bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Hermes Birkin 25 Shiny Porosus Crocodile with diamonds and 18K white gold. Bag is in mint pristine condition. Comes with dust bag, box(little broken), Clochette, keys,CITES...
ROBERTO CAVALLI 2005 Vintage Silk Runway Mini Dress Coral Leopard
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Roberto Cavalli SS05 Vintage Runway Leopard and Coral Print Popover style 100% silk Size Small Excellent Vintage Condition, minor feeling of wear FINAL SALE
Hermes Kelly 20 Mini Sellier Rose Scheherazade Alligator Bag Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a Limited Edition Hermes Kelly 20 Sellier bag featured in stunning Rose Scheherazade alligator. Accentuated with crisp with palladium hardware. Timeless and highly ...
$795Sale Price|20% Off
Size: Small Medium
Chic 1960s Pucci Style Bell Sleeve Olive Print Silk Vintage 60s A Line Dress
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic 1960s colorful olive print Pucci style 3/4 bell sleeve A-Line dress! Features a burgundy maroon background with olives printed throughout in yellow, green, pink, blue, teal and ...
New Rare Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Heels Sz 38
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Tom Ford For YSL Heels Brand New * Rare Tom Ford Heels. This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent. He was inspired by the Chinese Collection of 1977 * Adjustable Ankle Stra...
Tiffany & Co. 18k Gold Platinum Pave Diamond Ball Omega Necklace Collar 34.1g
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Northbrook, IL
Enhance your collection with this exquisite Tiffany & Co. necklace. Crafted from luxurious 18k gold, it features a striking white diamonds in a unique ball cut. The diamond ball is c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
$15,600Sale Price|20% Off
W 2.02 in D 0.65 in L 2.75 in
Cartier 1970 Sculpted Dragon Brooch In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Rubies And Emerald
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Sculpted dragon brooch designed by Cartier. This is an exceptional brooch, created by the iconic jewelry house of Cartier, back in the 1970. This brooch was carefully sculpted in th...
Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
S/S 1999 Gucci by Tom Ford Acid Flower Print Nylon Medium Jackie Bag Blue Flora
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Presenting a classic Jackie bag from Tom Ford's famous 'Las Vegas hippy' collection with Gucci. The S/S 1999 collection is remembered for its drastic departure from Tom Ford's signat...
Alexander McQueen Asymmetric Dress with Chain Cutout SS 2006
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk jersey dress by Alexander McQueen. It is fitted with a scoop neckline, one short sleeve and a circular nude mesh cut out at one side covered with rows of drapi...
Dolce & Gabbana Black & Cream Lingerie Inspired Evening Gown Spring 2006 Sz 40IT
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Dolce & Gabbana Black & Cream Lingerie Inspired Evening Gown. Spring/Summer 2006 Size 40IT
Alexander McQueen New Khaki Pants with Hip Lacing S/S 2002
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Water Mill, NY
Fabulous khaki cotton pants from Alexander McQueen. They have full straight legs with curved panels over the back hips with a fan of laces meeting and buttoning on the front sides at...
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Cupid Arrow Heart Pendant Beaded Chain Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
TIFFANY & Co. 18K Gold Cupid Arrow Heart Pendant Beaded Chain Necklace Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Chain: 18" long beaded chain Pendant: 20mm(0.79") wide, large size Weight: 22.20 gr...
18k Gold
Bulgari, Vintage 18K Yellow Gold and Rubelite Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Chicago, IL
This classic ring by Bulgari features a gorgeous oval cabochon rubelite measuring approximately 10.20 x 7.80 x 4.85 mm and weighing 4.15 carats. Mounted in 18 karat yellow gold in a ...
Rubelite, 18k Gold, Yellow 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.
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.