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ELIZABETH LOCKE Moonstone and Pearl Ear Clips
ELIZABETH LOCKE Moonstone and Pearl Ear Clips

ELIZABETH LOCKE Moonstone and Pearl Ear Clips

By Elizabeth Locke

Located in New York, NY

Classic carved moonstone and pearl ear clips made and signed by Elizabeth Locke.

Category

1990s English Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, 18k Gold

Blue chalcedony and moonstone earrings
Blue chalcedony and moonstone earrings

Blue chalcedony and moonstone earrings

By Wayne Smith Jewelry

Located in Houston, TX

Drop earrings made of blue chalcedony and carved moonstone leaves with 14K ear wire.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Chalcedony, Moonstone, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

Blue/Grey cultured pearl and moonstone earrings
Blue/Grey cultured pearl and moonstone earrings

Blue/Grey cultured pearl and moonstone earrings

By Wayne Smith Jewelry

Located in Houston, TX

Cultured baroque pearl with diamond and carved moonstone drop.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

Man in the Moon Moonstone Gold Locket

Man in the Moon Moonstone Gold Locket

Located in New York, NY

Man in the Moon carved moonstone set within a double framed Man in the Moon carved Gold double locket

Category

Antique Late 19th Century American Victorian More Jewelry

Materials

Moonstone, 14k Gold

Magnificent Moonstone and pink Tourmaline Geode Earrings
Magnificent Moonstone and pink Tourmaline Geode Earrings

Magnificent Moonstone and pink Tourmaline Geode Earrings

By Wayne Smith Jewelry

Located in Houston, TX

Pink Geode 14 karat Gold Pink Tourmaline with Carved Moonstone

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chandelier Earrings

BLACK STARR & FROST Belle Epoque Moonstone Cameo Sapphire Ring

BLACK STARR & FROST Belle Epoque Moonstone Cameo Sapphire Ring

By Black, Starr & Frost

Located in Greenwich, CT

A Belle Epoque carved moonstone cameo ring, the portrait cameo with a calibre cut sapphire surround in a fine diamond set platinum mount

Category

20th Century Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

Man in the Moon Diamond Moonstone Ring
Man in the Moon Diamond Moonstone Ring

Man in the Moon Diamond Moonstone Ring

Located in New York, NY

Dreamy ring: a carved moonstone man-in-the-moon, surrounded by a crescent of rose-cut diamonds.

Category

Antique Early 1900s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

Art Deco Moonstone, Diamond, Platinum and Blue Sapphire Moonface Ring
Art Deco Moonstone, Diamond, Platinum and Blue Sapphire Moonface Ring

Art Deco Moonstone, Diamond, Platinum and Blue Sapphire Moonface Ring

Located in London, GB

A fantastic antique carved moonstone face. shimmers in the light and reflects the sun.

Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Antique Victorian Moonstone Intaglio Brooch
Antique Victorian Moonstone Intaglio Brooch

Antique Victorian Moonstone Intaglio Brooch

Located in Sale, Cheshire

A beautiful Victorian brooch set with an intaglio carved moonstone centrepiece within a diamond and pearl set border.

Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold

Baroque fresh water apricot pearl  drop earrings
Baroque fresh water apricot pearl  drop earrings

Baroque fresh water apricot pearl drop earrings

Located in Houston, TX

Apricot Baroque 15mm pearls with antique carved moonstone leaves and diamond. 14 K,

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Drop Earrings

Victorian Moonstone Hearts and Bow Diamond Bangle Brooch in Original Fitted Box
Victorian Moonstone Hearts and Bow Diamond Bangle Brooch in Original Fitted Box

Victorian Moonstone Hearts and Bow Diamond Bangle Brooch in Original Fitted Box

Located in Lancashire, Oldham

Comprising a double heart shaped carved moonstone motif surrounded by a diamond set bow.

Category

Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Silver

Edwardian 18k Moonstone and Diamond Man In The Moon Ring
Edwardian 18k Moonstone and Diamond Man In The Moon Ring

Edwardian 18k Moonstone and Diamond Man In The Moon Ring

Located in Narberth, PA

Handcrafted in vibrant 18kt yellow gold, this handsome carved moonstone man smiles with detailed facial features, encircled by 17 glittering Old Mine Cut diamonds.

Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 14k "Man In The Moon" Moonstone and Diamond Ring
Edwardian 14k "Man In The Moon" Moonstone and Diamond Ring

Edwardian 14k "Man In The Moon" Moonstone and Diamond Ring

Located in Narberth, PA

Crafted in 14k vibrant yellow gold, this ring features a central oval-shaped moonstone. The moonstone is intricately carved to represent the smiling face of a "man in the moon".

Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

A Belle Époque Gold and Moonstone Vanity Box

A Belle Époque Gold and Moonstone Vanity Box

Located in Greenwich, CT

A belle époque gold and moonstone vanity box, of rectangular outline fitted inside the hinged cover with a central carved moonstone plaque of two love birds and a chased laurel bord...

A.Jeschel Softly colored polished Aquamarine long necklace.
A.Jeschel Softly colored polished Aquamarine long necklace.

A.Jeschel Softly colored polished Aquamarine long necklace.

By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind

Located in Miami, FL

Beyond the mix of Aquamarine,both hammered and faceted, the blue stone is complimented by peachy carved Moonstone and a deeper shade of Sunstone. The stones punctuated by 10m.m.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Freshwater Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Striking Hand Carved Pink Opal and Moonstone Earrings

Striking Hand Carved Pink Opal and Moonstone Earrings

By Wayne Smith Jewelry

Located in Houston, TX

18K Yellow Gold, Hand Carved Pink Opal and Moonstone Earrings. Marked WLS for Wayne Smith Jewels

Category

American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Opal, Moonstone

Carved Rainbow Moonstone Tanzanite Diamond Flower Power Ring
Carved Rainbow Moonstone Tanzanite Diamond Flower Power Ring

Carved Rainbow Moonstone Tanzanite Diamond Flower Power Ring

Located in Sonoma, CA

Gem quality carved Rainbow Moonstone petals are beautifully accented with a half carat of sparkling white diamonds and a 4.6 carat rich blue tanzanite.

Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Tanzanite, Rainbow Moonstone, Silver, Sterling Silver

Elizabeth Locke Carved Grey Moonstone Pearl Gold Moon Face Earrings
Elizabeth Locke Carved Grey Moonstone Pearl Gold Moon Face Earrings

Elizabeth Locke Carved Grey Moonstone Pearl Gold Moon Face Earrings

By Elizabeth Locke

Located in Lambertville, NJ

A pair of 18k yellow gold earrings set with a carved grey moonstone and 4mm black pearls. Crafted by Elizabeth Locke, the earrings are 31mm x 31mm and weigh 21.8 grams.

Category

Late 20th Century American More Earrings

Materials

Black Pearl, Moonstone, 18k Gold

Victorian Hand Carved Cherub Moonstone and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Victorian Hand Carved Cherub Moonstone and Diamond Pendant Necklace

Victorian Hand Carved Cherub Moonstone and Diamond Pendant Necklace

Located in Narberth, PA

The pendant features a cherub's face at the center that has been beautifully hand carved from moonstone. At either side of the cherub's face is a pair of outstretched silver topped a...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, 15k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Silver and Gold Ring with Diamonds and Floral Carved Peach Moonstone Stambolian
Silver and Gold Ring with Diamonds and Floral Carved Peach Moonstone Stambolian

Silver and Gold Ring with Diamonds and Floral Carved Peach Moonstone Stambolian

By Stambolian

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Aged Silver and 18K Gold Ring with Diamonds and Floral Carved Peach Moonstone center by Stambolian This unique ring is from the "Beginnings" collection that features unique art piec...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Black Carved Jade Discs '56.01 Carat' and Grey Moonstone '19.96 Carat' Earrings
Black Carved Jade Discs '56.01 Carat' and Grey Moonstone '19.96 Carat' Earrings

Black Carved Jade Discs '56.01 Carat' and Grey Moonstone '19.96 Carat' Earrings

By Doris Hangartner

Located in Zurich, CH

The earrings are made in 18K white gold and black rhodium with two oval cabochon Moonstones of together 19.96 ct. and two black and white carved Jade discs of together 56.01 ct.

Category

2010s Swiss Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Jade, Moonstone, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium

Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry Rainbow Moonstone 22k Gold Necklace
Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry Rainbow Moonstone 22k Gold Necklace

Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry Rainbow Moonstone 22k Gold Necklace

By Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A one of a kind necklace featuring hand-carved triangle Rainbow Moonstones oriented randomly throughout.

Category

2010s American Artisan More Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 22k Gold

Vintage 18K Man in the Moon Moonstone Ring
Vintage 18K Man in the Moon Moonstone Ring

Vintage 18K Man in the Moon Moonstone Ring

Located in Hummelstown, PA

Both luminous and beautifully carved this whimsical vintage man-in-the-moon ring is something special. 🌙 The hand carved Ceylon moonstone is transparent with a magical blue luster m...

Category

Vintage 1950s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Moonstone, 18k Gold

Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry Rainbow Moonstone Diamond Triangle 22k gold Bracelet
Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry Rainbow Moonstone Diamond Triangle 22k gold Bracelet

Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry Rainbow Moonstone Diamond Triangle 22k gold Bracelet

By Ico & the Bird Fine Jewelry

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Hand carved Rainbow Moonstone beveled triangle shapes makes up this one of a kind bracelet.

Category

2010s Artisan Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 22k Gold

Carolyn Morris Bach Moonstone "Moon Dogs" Pendant in 18K Gold & Sterling
Carolyn Morris Bach Moonstone "Moon Dogs" Pendant in 18K Gold & Sterling

Carolyn Morris Bach Moonstone "Moon Dogs" Pendant in 18K Gold & Sterling

By Carolyn Morris Bach

Located in Danvers, MA

Between each moonstone is a hand carved dog's head made of bone, with a small silver rivet as its eye.

Category

20th Century American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

CONSTANCE ABERNATHY Carved Hardstone  Necklace
CONSTANCE ABERNATHY Carved Hardstone  Necklace

CONSTANCE ABERNATHY Carved Hardstone Necklace

Located in Mt. Kisco, NY

Measures 18 inches long. features: Carved turquoise, jade, rock crystal and hardstone hardstone beads decorated with pearls, opals, diamonds, moonstone along with 14kt gold chain guard.

Category

20th Century American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Quartz, Jade, Cultured Pearl, Opal, Diamond, Moonstone, 14k Gold

Elizabeth Locke Venetian Glass Intaglio Aquamarine Gold Earrings
Elizabeth Locke Venetian Glass Intaglio Aquamarine Gold Earrings

Elizabeth Locke Venetian Glass Intaglio Aquamarine Gold Earrings

By Elizabeth Locke

Located in Lambertville, NJ

A pair of 18k yellow gold earrings set with aquamarine, moonstone and carved venetian glass. The earrings measure 16mm x 19mm and weigh 13.2 grams.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American More Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Moonstone, 18k Gold

Judith Ripka 18 Karat Yellow Gold Victorian Inspired Diamond Necklace
Judith Ripka 18 Karat Yellow Gold Victorian Inspired Diamond Necklace

Judith Ripka 18 Karat Yellow Gold Victorian Inspired Diamond Necklace

By Judith Ripka

Located in Pikesville, MD

Necklace is versatile as center pendant is detachable. 3.53 carats of pear and round brilliant diamonds with high quality of approximately F color, VS clarity. Rectangular moonstone ...

Category

Early 2000s American High Victorian Link Necklaces

Materials

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

Elizabeth Locke Carved Moonstone Pearl Gold Earrings
Elizabeth Locke Carved Moonstone Pearl Gold Earrings

Elizabeth Locke Carved Moonstone Pearl Gold Earrings

By Elizabeth Locke

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Elizabeth Locke 18k Gold Carved Moonstone Pearl Earrings with collapsible posts.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American More Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, 18k Gold

Carved Moonstone Cherub Stickpin
Carved Moonstone Cherub Stickpin

Carved Moonstone Cherub Stickpin

Located in London, GB

The slightly smiling little boy has curly hair and a sweet little nose when viewed in profile and in the cowl around his neck is a small Old Mine Diamond and the combination of the t...

Category

Antique 1890s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, 14k Gold

Art Deco Carved Moonstone Cameo Portrait Diamond Pendant
Art Deco Carved Moonstone Cameo Portrait Diamond Pendant

Art Deco Carved Moonstone Cameo Portrait Diamond Pendant

Located in Danvers, MA

This elegant yet slightly rustic pendant was found among a large, long term collection of carved moonstone jewels. I believe the carved cameo/portrait predates the diamond surround,...

Category

20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, Platinum

Elizabeth Locke Moonstone Sapphire Brooch Pendant
Elizabeth Locke Moonstone Sapphire Brooch Pendant

Elizabeth Locke Moonstone Sapphire Brooch Pendant

By Elizabeth Locke

Located in Lambertville, NJ

18k yellow gold, Carved moonstone, sapphires. weight: 24.3g, 1 13/16" in diameter. removable bail.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Brooches

Materials

Moonstone, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Nouveau Diamond, Moonstone, and Ruby Cameo "Pierrot Clown" Ring
Art Nouveau Diamond, Moonstone, and Ruby Cameo "Pierrot Clown" Ring

Art Nouveau Diamond, Moonstone, and Ruby Cameo "Pierrot Clown" Ring

Located in Narberth, PA

The alluring moonstone exhibits a strong pearlescent flash when turned in the light, accentuating its hand-carved details.

Category

Antique 1890s Art Nouveau More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Ruby, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Carved Man In The Moonstone Ring
Carved Man In The Moonstone Ring

Carved Man In The Moonstone Ring

Located in Los Angeles, CA

14k Gold Victorian moonstone ring with a carved face. The sides are ornately carved also and the moonstone is set in six prongs.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian More Rings

Materials

Moonstone, 14k Gold

Retro Hand Carved Heart Moonstone 4 Leaf Clover Ring
Retro Hand Carved Heart Moonstone 4 Leaf Clover Ring

Retro Hand Carved Heart Moonstone 4 Leaf Clover Ring

Located in Narberth, PA

This lovely piece is crafted in 14kt yellow gold and features a decorative centerpiece comprised of 4 stunning moonstones. Each hand carved stone represents the shape of a romantic h...

Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Moonstone, 14k Gold

Silver and Gold Ring with Diamonds and Floral Carved White Moonstone Stambolian
Silver and Gold Ring with Diamonds and Floral Carved White Moonstone Stambolian

Silver and Gold Ring with Diamonds and Floral Carved White Moonstone Stambolian

By Stambolian

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Aged Silver and 18K Gold Ring with Diamonds and Floral Carved White Moonstone center by Stambolian This unique ring is from the "Beginnings" collection that features unique art piec...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

A.Jeschel Carved Guan Yin surrounded by 2 strands of match Moonstone beads
A.Jeschel Carved Guan Yin surrounded by 2 strands of match Moonstone beads

A.Jeschel Carved Guan Yin surrounded by 2 strands of match Moonstone beads

By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind

Located in Miami, FL

One-of-a-Kind The beautiful Goddess of Compassion Guan Yin carved from Moonstone sits regally on her lotus leaf, her many arms reaching out to give help, surrounded by a double stran...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Sterling Silver

The ReBelles Making Waves Cocktail Ring
The ReBelles Making Waves Cocktail Ring

The ReBelles Making Waves Cocktail Ring

By Stephen Webster

Located in London, GB

Set in 18ct White Gold, featuring a central carved Moonstone face with Grey and White Diamond spines.

Category

2010s British Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, White Gold

Carved Wood Gem-Set Cuff Bracelet

Carved Wood Gem-Set Cuff Bracelet

Located in Vail, CO

Carved wood fluted cuff set with cabochon moonstones and square-shaped aquamarines, the gemstones bezel-set in 18k yellow gold.

Category

2010s American Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Aquamarine, Moonstone, 18k Gold

Tiffany & Co. Man in the Moon Gold Pendant/Charm
Tiffany & Co. Man in the Moon Gold Pendant/Charm

Tiffany & Co. Man in the Moon Gold Pendant/Charm

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Large round charm/pendant, with radiating line pattern. Applied is a large moonstone, with a carved "Man in the Moon" face. Made and signed by TIFFANY & CO.

Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

Moonstone, 14k Gold

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Carved Moonstone For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact carved moonstone you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Silver. Find an antique version now, or shop for 29 vintage or 24 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a carved moonstone 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. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but versions are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic carved moonstone over the years, but those made by Stambolian, Elizabeth Locke and Michael Kneebone are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A cabochon version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and mixed cut versions for sale. Finding a carved moonstone for sale for women should be easy, but there are 12 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Carved Moonstone?

The price for a carved moonstone starts at $795 and tops out at $27,520 with these rings, on average, selling for $5,000.

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.