Estate 14K Yellow Gold Carved Lady Shell Cameo Ring
Located in Denver, CO
This Estate vintage split shank gold and shell cameo ring features a lovely lady in profile masterfully carved measuring 20x15mm and presented against a soft pink-orange background.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Carved Cherub Shell Cameo Ring, Oval Statement Setting
Located in Miami, FL
A charming vintage carved shell cameo ring crafted in solid 14K gold and featuring a finely modeled cherub figure in high relief.
14k Gold
Vintage 18K Gold Italian Shell Cameo Ring, Hand-Carved Portrait
Located in Miami, FL
A beautifully preserved vintage mid-20th century Italian cameo ring, crafted in solid 18K yellow gold and showcasing a finely hand-carved shell cameo portrait.
18k Gold
Yellow Gold Shell Ruby Vintage Ring - 14k Carved Cameo .20ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Era: Vintage Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Shell Cut: Carved Cameo Natural Rubies Tr...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hand Carved Italian Shell Cameo Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pretty cameo ring features a shell cameo that was hand carved in Italy and set in a beautiful 14k yellow gold ring.
Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
White Gold Shell Cocktail Solitaire Ring - 14k Carved Cameo Silhouette
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 4 Sizing Fee: Up 1 size for $30 or Down 1 size for $30 Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Shell Cut: Carved Cameo Size: 20mm x 10mm Style: Cocktail Sol...
14k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Shell Cocktail Solitaire Ring - 14k Carved Cameo Silhouette
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $35 or Down 1/2 a size for $25 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Shell Cut: Carved Cameo Size: 24.7mm x 17.7mm Style...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Cameo carved shell 10k signet ring. Antique 10k Rose gold Signet ring
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Details 2.3grams total weight 10k Rose gold and carved shell 10mm by 7mm rectangle cameo
Rose Gold
Vintage 14K Carved Shell Cameo Ring with Diamond Accent, Sculptural Setting
Located in Miami, FL
A bold and expressive vintage carved shell cameo ring in solid 14K gold, featuring a finely modeled female portrait with soft sculptural contours and elegant Art Deco-inspired styling.
Diamond, 14k Gold
Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo Garnet Halo Ring - 10k 1.68ctw Silhouette
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 3 sizes for $40 or Down 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 9k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Carved Shell Cameo Natural Garnet Carat(s): 1.68ctw Cut...
Garnet, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo Large High Profile Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Shell - Oval Shaped w/ Carving - Multi Prong Set - White Carving on Peachy Field - 21 x 15mm (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 9.1 ...
Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Art Deco 10 Karat Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo Ring
Located in Addison, TX
This intricately carved shell cameo ring is as stunning as it is unique in 10 karat yellow gold!
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Vintage Victorian Carved Shell Lady Cameo Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in jaipur, IN
Gemstone: Carnelian Gem: Hand-carved shell cameo (classic female profile), approx. 20 X 15 mm while the total length and width of the top structure, including gold flowers, is 32X22 ...
Yellow Gold
Vintage 10k Yellow Gold Flower Floral Carved Shell Cameo Rectangular Men's Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (1) Genuine Carved Shell - Carved Floral Cut - Channel Set w/ Epoxy in place - Deep Orange Color w/ White carvings - 17.39x 12.58mm (approx.)
Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pomellato Carved Shell 18 Karat Rose Gold Eva Snake Cameo Signet Ring
By Pomellato
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval-shaped carved shell tablet measuring 29.0 x 25.0 mm Translucent peachy pink with white cameo of a curving snake Depicted with scaled belly and forked tongue Flush s...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique and Vintage Carved Shell and 18k Yellow Gold Cameo Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive carved shell and 18 karat yellow gold cameo cocktail ring; part of our cameo jewellery collections.
Yellow Gold
White Gold Shell Diamond Art Deco Ring - 14k Carved Cameo Vintage Silhouette
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Era: Art Deco Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Shell Cut: Carved Cameo Color: Pinkish Orange,...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Hand Carved Italian Shell Cameo 14k Yellow Gold Filigree Seed Pearl Ring
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This lovely cocktail ring features a large, elongated shell cameo that was beautifully hand carved in Italy.
Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Shell & Seed Pearl Vintage Halo Cameo Ring - 14k Carved Silhouette
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 6 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $35 or Down 1 size for $30 Era: Vintage Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Shell Cut: Carved Cameo Size: (approx.) 19....
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo Lady Portrait Twisted Wire Frame Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (1) Natural Genuine Shell - Custom Carved - Peach Base Color w/ White Carving -19.8x15mm (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Single Cut - Prong Set - White Diamond -...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hand Carved Italian Shell Cameo Filigree Seed Pearl Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pretty cocktail ring features a lovely shell cameo that was beautifully hand carved in Italy.
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$2,228Sale Price|20% Off
Victorian 1870 Operculum Carved Shell Memento Ring In 14Kt Yellow And Rose Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Victorian ring with carved operculum shell An extremely rare piece, created in England during the high Victorian era (1837-1901), back in the 1870.
Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 15k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with Hand Carved Shell Cameo with Female Silhouette
Located in Arnhem, NL
A vintage (ca. 1950s / 1960s) 14 karat solid yellow gold ring with a shell cameo featuring a female silhouette decorated with as openwork chain edge. The ring is marked with 585 that...
Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ring with Hand Carved Shell Cameo with Female Silhouette
Located in Arnhem, NL
A vintage (ca. 1950s / 1960s) 14 karat solid yellow gold ring with a shell cameo featuring a female silhouette decorated with as openwork edge. The ring is marked with 585 that stand...
Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Shell & Diamond Art Deco Ring 10k & 14k Carved Cameo .20ctw Vintage
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 Sizing Fee: Up 1 1/2 sizes for $35 or Down 1 size for $35 Era: Art Deco Date: 1920s - 1930s Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold, 10k White Gold, & 14k Yellow Gold Metal Note: 10...
Diamond, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Victorian Carved Shell Lady Cameo Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold Size 7
Located in New York, NY
A gorgeous pink carved lady in yellow gold vintage cameo ring featuring a shell carved Victorian inspired lady cameo figurine set on a raised bezel leading to pinched shoulders .
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,480Sale Price|20% Off
Carved Bovine Shaped Shell Cameo Round Ring with Pave Diamonds Made in 18k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18KT:5.450g, Diamond:0.40ct, SHELL CAMEOS:8.55ct, Size: US-7"
Diamond, 18k Gold
$2,301Sale Price|20% Off
Shell Cameo Cocktail Ring with Carved Face & Pave Diamonds Made in 18k Rose Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18KT:8.709g, Diamond:0.67ct, SHELL CAMEOS:6.73ct, Size: US-7"
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$1,812Sale Price|20% Off
Carved Cameo Shell Ring with Pave Diamond on the Edge Made in 18k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT Gold:5.450g, Diamond:0.40ct, Shell Cameo:8.55ct,. US-7
Diamond, 18k Gold
Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo Diamond Art Deco Ring 10k En Habille SZ 4 3/4
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 4 3/4 Era: Art Deco Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Carved Shell Cameo Natural Diamond Cut: Single Style: Cameo Theme: En Habille Measurements ...
Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Eros cameo ring in 18 karat gold
Located in PARIS, FR
The cameo is carved from shell. Antique ring, early 20th century.
Gold
$2,488Sale Price|20% Off
Cupid and Angel Cameo Ring with Diamonds and Emeralds Around
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This lovely hand carved shell cameo ring with diamond and emerald scalloped design can be worn day to night.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
Art Deco Cameo Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold Cameo Habille Filigree Antique
Located in New York, NY
INDULGE IN A SUPERB ART DECO - VICTORIAN - BELLE EPOQUE CARVED SHELL CAMEO DIAMOND HABILLE RING WITH A GORGEOUS FACE AND ABSOLUTELY MAGNIFICENT DETAIL AND ARTISANSHIP IN A BEAUTIFUL ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat White Gold Carved Abalone Shell Ring with Tahitian Pearl and Diamonds
By Yupadee
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Objets d'Art wearable sculpture on your hand, an organically unique carved abalone shell ring featuring a tear drop shape in peacock color.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Intini Jewels Butterfly Carved Shell Resin Oval 18 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
A unique and breathtaking jewel with a central carved sardonic shell representing a white butterfly, mounted on a white resin ring setting..
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold Broken Shell Ring with Diamonds
By The Golden Eye
Located in Santa Fe, NM
This hand carved Broken Shell Ring in 18 karat gold was crafted in our studio.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 9ct Gold Huge Cameo Signet Ring 375 Purity Heavy Shell 6.7g Size O 7.25
Located in Camelford, GB
On offer is this gorgeous 9CT HUGE GOLD ANTIQUE CARVED SHELL CAMEO SIGNET RING DETAILS Material: 9ct 375/000 Yellow Gold This ring has a very thick and sturdy shank hence ideal if ...
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 9ct Gold Huge Cameo Signet Ring 375 Purity Heavy Shell 6.7g Size O 7.25
Located in Camelford, GB
On offer is this gorgeous 9CT HUGE GOLD ANTIQUE CARVED SHELL CAMEO SIGNET RING DETAILS Material: 9ct 375/000 Yellow Gold This ring has a very thick and sturdy shank hence ideal if ...
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Unavailable
H 1.1 in W 0.8 in D 1.1 in
Baby Hand-Carved Cameo Ring in Sardonyx Shell & 18-Karat Gold by Cindy Sherman
By Cindy Sherman, Liz Swig
Located in New York, NY
"Baby" hand carved sardonyx shell and set in 18-karat light pink gold cameo ring by Cindy Sherman.
Gold
Unavailable
H 1.1 in W 0.8 in D 1.1 in
Halo Cornelian Cameo Ring in 18k Pink Gold and Yellow Diamonds by Cindy Sherman
By Cindy Sherman, Liz Swig
Located in New York, NY
"Halo" cornelian shell Cameo, in pink gold and yellow diamonds by Cindy Sherman, brings the illumination of the Instagram image that inspired it to the wearers hand in a playful and ...
Gold
Antique Carved Shell Cameo Ring
Located in London, GB
This shell cameo ring is carved superbly and executed with high relief workmanship, depicting a lovely profile of a gentleman turning to his left.
Gold, Yellow Gold
10K Gold Hand Carved Victorian Revival Carved Shell Cameo Ring
Located in Cape May, NJ
Vintage 10K Gold Hand Carved Victorian Revival Carved Shell Cameo Ring.
10k Gold
Carved Ruby Diamond Opal Sea Shell Ring
By Lawrence Jeffrey
Located in Litchfield, CT
Lawrence Jeffrey Alchemy Collection. Morphing from a crescent moon and star to a natural aesthetic shell and sea wrack motif, this ring is stunning. Center stage is a luminescent 8...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold
Beautiful Carved Shell Cameo Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
This amazing ring measures 1.25 inches in length and .75 inches in width. It has a total weight of 6.3 grams. The carving is very beautiful with intricate gold beading around the ou...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo Cocktail Ring - 14k Three Graces Charities
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 7 Sizing Fee: Up or Down 2 sizes for $40 Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information: Genuine Carved Shell Cameo Size: 24.8mm x 18.8mm Style: Cocktail Solitaire Theme:...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Gold Hand Carved Floral Shell Cameo Ring (Size 6), 1950s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid century - Size 6 - 14k gold (stamped 585) - Shell cameo with floral motif - Circa 1950s - Estate Acquired - Goo...
14k Gold
1970's Retro Diamond Carved Vintage Coral 18k Gold Shell Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
From the late 1970s, this Vintage Retro solid 18K Yellow Gold ring, is flanked by (2) diamond-encrusted shells in 18K White Gold.
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Estate Victorian Style 10 Karat Yellow Gold Shell Cameo Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Estate Victorian style 10K yellow gold shell cameo ring. Showcasing one carved shell cameo with a portrait of the lady framed in a yellow gold setting with a floral motif.
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Shell Rings on Stand
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage shell rings on stand. These antique tribal shell rings are carved from a pacific claim shell and was once use as a currency exchange is now used for decorative art!
Shell
Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo Vintage Solitaire Ring, 10k Women's Silhouette
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 1/2 Sizing Fee: Down 1 size for $20 or Up 2 sizes for $25 Era: Vintage Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Stone Information: Genuine Carved Shell Cameo Style: Solitaire Them...
Yellow Gold
Sold
H 18.12 in W 24.02 in L 18.12 in
Good Quality French Late 19th Century Walnut X Frame Curule Stool
Located in Benington, Herts
French circa 1860-1880 Of excellent form, the shaped saddle seat having been recently recovered in a neutral linen fabric whilst retaining the original brass star shaped studs, si...
Linen, Walnut
Antique Victorian 18K Yellow Gold Rectangular Carved Shell Cameo Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique, yellow gold, and shell cameo ring, comprising one carved panel of shell, set in 18 karat yellow gold, to an 18 karat yellow gold band.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo Men's Signet Style Ring
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Men's signet ring with, man-made material, figurine. The ring tests 14k, with an electronic tester, and weighs 6.9 grams. Ring size is 10.75 and can be sized, up or down, one full ...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cameo 18k Yellow Gold Carved Shell Woman Midcentury Cocktail Ring
Located in North Attleboro, MA
Lovely carved genuine shell cameo prong-set in 18k yellow gold.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carved Shell Cameos Ring with Pave Diamond Set Made in 18k Rose Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18KT:5.584g, Diamond:0.37ct, SHELL CAMEOS:7.36ct, Size: US-7"
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Style Shell Cameo Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Hand carved oval shell cameo ring bezel set in ten carat 10K yellow gold.
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cameo 14 Karat Gold Ring Monumental Antique Belle Époque c1880 Deeply Carved
Located in New York, NY
A SUPERB VICTORIAN - BELLE EPOQUE DEEPLY CARVED SHELL CAMEO RING WITH ABSOLUTELY MAGNIFICENT DETAIL AND ARTISANSHIP IN A BEAUTIFUL AND ELEGANT 14K GOLD SETTING.
14k Gold, Gold
Victorian Woman and Dog Cameo Ring Pearl 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
THE STUNNING HAND CARVED SHELL CAMEO RING IS VERY EARLY, CIRCA 1850-1870.
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cameo Diamond Ring 14 Karat White Gold Habille Filigree Antique Belle Époque
Located in New York, NY
A SUPERB VICTORIAN - BELLE EPOQUE CARVED SHELL CAMEO DIAMOND HABILLE RING WITH A GORGEOUS FACE AND ABSOLUTELY MAGNIFICENT DETAIL AND ARTISANSHIP IN A BEAUTIFUL AND ELEGANT 14 KARAT W...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Tribal Papua New Guinea Shell Ring Currency Group Set of 6
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Laboriously carved from the Tridacna Gigas Shell with sand and bamboo.
Shell, Natural Fiber
Estate Victorian Carved Conch Shell Cameo with 10 Karat Yellow Gold Bezel
Located in Birmingham, AL
They would return from their journey with Italian carved shell cameo necklaces, rings, and earrings, or the even more highly coveted lava stone cameos, carved out of the earthy color...
10k Gold
Sold
W 1.75 in L 2.38 in
Victorian 14K Yellow filigree Gold & Shell Cushion Shaped Cameo Brooch pendant
Located in Birmingham, AL
They would return from their journey with Italian carved shell cameo necklaces, rings, and earrings, or the even more highly coveted lava stone cameos, carved out of the earthy color...
14k Gold
Estate 18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Shell Oval Cameo Brooch and Pendant
Located in Birmingham, AL
They would return from their journey with Italian carved shell cameo necklaces, rings, and earrings, or the even more highly coveted lava stone cameos, carved out of the earthy color...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Sold
W 1.75 in L 2.13 in
Estate Victorian 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Shell Oval Cameo Brooch and Pendant
Located in Birmingham, AL
They would return from their journey with Italian carved shell cameo necklaces, rings, and earrings, or the even more highly coveted lava stone cameos, carved out of the earthy color...
14k Gold
Sold
H 35 in W 44 in D 20 in
French Cartouche-Carved Commode Raised on Petite Cabriole Feet, 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
A French Louis XV style carved wood commode from the 19th century. This antique chest from France, designed with Louis XV influences, features a subtle serpentine-shaped body with em...
Wood
Porcelain and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Cameo Pendant and Brooch
Located in Birmingham, AL
They would return from their journey with Italian carved shell cameo necklaces, rings, and earrings, or the even more highly coveted lava stone cameos, carved out of the earthy color...
18k Gold
Austrian Carved Shell Cameo Set Gold Rubies, Diamonds and Pearls
Located in New York, NY
An important suite of Austrian carved shell cameos: bracelet, ring, earrings, necklace and large locket-brooch/pendant, set in gold, with swags and tassels of gold and pearls, each c...
Intini Jewels Woman Snake Carved Shell Oval 18 Karat Gold Cocktail Deco Ring
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
A unique and breathtaking jewel carved in sardonic shell with a white snake / serpent and a white beautiful woman with two flowers in her hair.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Set of Eight Regency Chairs
Located in Alexandria, VA
The back rail is inlaid in satinwood; the back splat has a well carved shell in the center. Ring turned front legs and sabre back legs.
Mahogany
18k Rose Gold Vintage Oval Cameo Silhouette, Left Facing
Located in Fairfield, CT
18k rose gold ring. This beautiful vintage oval cameo ring has an orange background with a creamy white foreground of a handsome classic silhouette, facing to the left, and set off w...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Cameo Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cameo Ring Size 3.75- This elegant cameo ring features a lovely lady in profile set in beautifully detailed 14K yellow gold. Top of ring measures 16 mm ...
Yellow Gold
$1,920Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Gold, Silver, Diamond and fine Onyx Cameo Ring, circa 1850.
Located in Aspen, CO
It is such a delight when we discover a small but scintillating treasure! This is an antique hardstone cameo with a naturalistic shape in the form of a halo of rose cut diamonds surr...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Hardstone Cameo Ring, England Circa 1890
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This Hardstone Cameo Ring is done in 14K Yellow Gold. It is done Black Agate with a women in relief wearing Medieval costume. This ring is a rectangle rather than a round or oval ...
Agate, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Yellow Gold Rectangular Carved Green Petite Cameo Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s): – (1) Natural Green Stone - Rectangular Cut - Bezel Set - Soft Green Color w/ White Carving - 15 x 6.7mm (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow gold (Stamped 18k) Total Wei...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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.
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