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Lalaounis Greece Ruby Diamond Sapphire Chimera Gold Bracelet
Lalaounis Greece Ruby Diamond Sapphire Chimera Gold Bracelet

Lalaounis Greece Ruby Diamond Sapphire Chimera Gold Bracelet

By Ilias Lalaounis

Located in New York, NY

18k yellow gold bracelet by Greek designer Ilias Lalaounis, featuring two large Chimera heads

Category

20th Century Greek More Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold

Continental Turquoise Gold Chimera Bracelet
Continental Turquoise Gold Chimera Bracelet

Continental Turquoise Gold Chimera Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

Impressive 18k yellow gold vintage bracelet, depicting chimera heads with a turquoise in the center

Category

20th Century Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Turquoise, Gold

Zolotas Gold Chimera Ring Lion Head Terminal
Zolotas Gold Chimera Ring Lion Head Terminal

Zolotas Gold Chimera Ring Lion Head Terminal

By Zolotas

Located in Geneva, CH

Zolotas Gold Chimera Ring with Lion Head Terminal. A gold chimera ring, Zolotas, lion head terminal

Category

Late 20th Century Greek Anglo-Indian Fashion Rings

Materials

Gold

Greek Diamond Ruby Enamel Gold Chimera Bracelet
Greek Diamond Ruby Enamel Gold Chimera Bracelet

Greek Diamond Ruby Enamel Gold Chimera Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

An 18k gold Greek made Chimera bracelet, adorned with enamel, ruby eyes and approximately 0.12ctw H

Category

20th Century Greek Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Enamel

Chimera relief set in 21k gold trim
Chimera relief set in 21k gold trim

Chimera relief set in 21k gold trim

Located in Atlanta, GA

gold. This wonderful depiction of a Chimera, a mythical animal that is a lion, goat, and dragon - it is

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Unknown Classical Roman Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold

David Webb Coral Chimera Bracelet
David Webb Coral Chimera Bracelet

David Webb Coral Chimera Bracelet

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

David Webb Coral Chimera Bracelet A legendary carved coral,, enamel and diamond Chimera bangle

Category

2010s American Bangles

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Platinum

Zolotas Yellow Gold and Diamond Chimera Lion Head Ring
Zolotas Yellow Gold and Diamond Chimera Lion Head Ring

Zolotas Yellow Gold and Diamond Chimera Lion Head Ring

By Zolotas

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1970s Zolotas Greece 18k Yellow Gold Chimera, Lion Head form ring, the Head measures 3/8 x 3

Category

Vintage 1970s Greek Classical Greek Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Lalaounis Ruby Chimera head Necklace
18 Karat Yellow Gold Lalaounis Ruby Chimera head Necklace

18 Karat Yellow Gold Lalaounis Ruby Chimera head Necklace

By Ilias Lalaounis

Located in Palm Desert, CA

18 Karat Yellow Gold Lalaounis Ruby Chimera head Necklace

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lalaounis Chimera Ram Head 22K 18K Gold Choker Necklace
Lalaounis Chimera Ram Head 22K 18K Gold Choker Necklace

Lalaounis Chimera Ram Head 22K 18K Gold Choker Necklace

By Ilias Lalaounis

Located in Miami, FL

from the Chimera collection features iconic ram head terminals and a signature twisted rope motif

Category

Vintage 1960s Greek Retro Choker Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Lalaounis Chimera Collar Necklace - Yellow Gold 18k Greek Adjustable
Lalaounis Chimera Collar Necklace - Yellow Gold 18k Greek Adjustable

Lalaounis Chimera Collar Necklace - Yellow Gold 18k Greek Adjustable

By Ilias Lalaounis

Located in Greensboro, NC

Brand: Lalaounis Collection: Chimera Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Necklace Style: Collar

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Diamond Ruby 14 Karat Gold Chimera Stickpin
Victorian Diamond Ruby 14 Karat Gold Chimera Stickpin

Victorian Diamond Ruby 14 Karat Gold Chimera Stickpin

Located in Philadelphia, PA

European cut diamond, eye-clean and white Accented by rose cut ruby eyes Tested as 14 karat gold Circa

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Greek Gold Diamond Ruby Double Headed Chimera Bangle Bracelet
Greek Gold Diamond Ruby Double Headed Chimera Bangle Bracelet

Greek Gold Diamond Ruby Double Headed Chimera Bangle Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

A two-headed chimera bangle bracelet made out of 18 karat yellow gold. It is sprinkled with rubies

Category

20th Century Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Important Lalaounis Greece Chimera Diamond Sapphire Ruby Gold Necklace
Important Lalaounis Greece Chimera Diamond Sapphire Ruby Gold Necklace

Important Lalaounis Greece Chimera Diamond Sapphire Ruby Gold Necklace

By Ilias Lalaounis

Located in New York, NY

18k yellow gold lariat necklace by Ilias Lalaounis, featuring two Chimera heads, decorated with

Category

20th Century Greek More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold

NOURY (attributed to) Yellow gold chimera Neo-Renaissance tie pin
NOURY (attributed to) Yellow gold chimera Neo-Renaissance tie pin

NOURY (attributed to) Yellow gold chimera Neo-Renaissance tie pin

Located in PARIS, FR

Attributed to Noury - Yellow gold chimera tie pin Neo-Renaissance Round tie pin in 18k yellow gold

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Neoclassical Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Double Headed Chimera 18k Yellow Gold Enamel 1980s Greek Bracelet
Double Headed Chimera 18k Yellow Gold Enamel 1980s Greek Bracelet

Double Headed Chimera 18k Yellow Gold Enamel 1980s Greek Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

This gorgeous vintage bracelet features a double-headed chimera design intricately crafted in 18k

Category

Vintage 1980s Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel

Ilias Lalaounis Double Chimera Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
Ilias Lalaounis Double Chimera Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet

Ilias Lalaounis Double Chimera Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet

By Ilias Lalaounis

Located in Southampton, PA

18k Yellow Gold Diamond, Ruby Double Chimera Bangle Bracelet by Ilias LaLaounis. Made in Greece

Category

20th Century Greek Bangles

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold

David Webb Double Headed Chimera Nephrite Bracelet
David Webb Double Headed Chimera Nephrite Bracelet

David Webb Double Headed Chimera Nephrite Bracelet

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

David Webb Double Headed Chimera Nephrite Bracelet In 18k Yellow Gold And Platinum, Adorned With

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Antarctican Artist Cuff Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage French 18-Karat Gold Mythological Beast Chimera Brooch Pendant Pearl
Vintage French 18-Karat Gold Mythological Beast Chimera Brooch Pendant Pearl

Vintage French 18-Karat Gold Mythological Beast Chimera Brooch Pendant Pearl

Located in BÉZIERS, FR

-karat yellow gold. This large 3.2cm circular brooch-pendant features a remarkable, domed high-relief

Category

Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

French 19th Century Diamond Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chimera Brooch
French 19th Century Diamond Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chimera Brooch

French 19th Century Diamond Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chimera Brooch

Located in Poitiers, FR

Brooch in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Magnificent antique brooch depicting a chimera

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Brooches

Materials

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

19th Century Chinese Bronze Chimera Guardian Figure
19th Century Chinese Bronze Chimera Guardian Figure

19th Century Chinese Bronze Chimera Guardian Figure

Located in Stamford, CT

19th century, or possibly earlier, seated bronze chimera, cast as a ferocious scaled beast seated

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Animal Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

French Art Nouveau Griffon Chimera 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby  Charm Pendant
French Art Nouveau Griffon Chimera 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby  Charm Pendant

French Art Nouveau Griffon Chimera 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Charm Pendant

Located in London, GB

A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold Art Nouveau charm pendant designed as a curled up griffon or

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 20th Century Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chimera Pendant Chain Necklace
French 20th Century Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chimera Pendant Chain Necklace

French 20th Century Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chimera Pendant Chain Necklace

Located in Poitiers, FR

chain with a chimera pendant in amatized gold. The creature holds a rose-cut diamond in its mouth. The

Category

Early 20th Century French Napoleon III Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Maison Plisson Et Hartz Chimera Brooch, French, circa 1900
Maison Plisson Et Hartz Chimera Brooch, French, circa 1900

Maison Plisson Et Hartz Chimera Brooch, French, circa 1900

By Plisson et Hartz

Located in London, GB

Maison Plisson et Hartz chimera brooch. A circular yellow gold brooch, composed of an intricately

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Gothic Revival Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

Impressive Gothic Revival Sizable Antique French Gilt Bronze Chimera Candlestick
Impressive Gothic Revival Sizable Antique French Gilt Bronze Chimera Candlestick

Impressive Gothic Revival Sizable Antique French Gilt Bronze Chimera Candlestick

Located in Lisse, NL

sculpted, gilt bronze chimeras. These winged, mythological Gothic creatures have a mean and fierce look and

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Candlesticks

Materials

Brass, Bronze

21st Century Chimera Armchair in Velvet and Legs in Hand-carved Wood
21st Century Chimera Armchair in Velvet and Legs in Hand-carved Wood

21st Century Chimera Armchair in Velvet and Legs in Hand-carved Wood

By Jumbo Collection

Located in Cantù, Lombardia

manufacturing and carved feet with a gold leaf finish. Chimera Armchair with structure in beechwood. Padding in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Armchairs

Materials

Beech, Fabric

K-3 Karajishi Ceramic Puzzle Gold Plated
K-3 Karajishi Ceramic Puzzle Gold Plated

K-3 Karajishi Ceramic Puzzle Gold Plated

By K-3, Rometti Ceramics 1

Located in Cadorago, CO

mysteries, representing a chimera mixed Lion and Dragon, artfully capturing the essence of nocturnal secrets

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Wall-mounted Sculptures

Materials

Gold Plate

Zolotas Greece Chimera Collar Gold Necklace
Zolotas Greece Chimera Collar Gold Necklace

Zolotas Greece Chimera Collar Gold Necklace

By Zolotas

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Classic 18k gold Chimera collar necklace, crafted by Zolotas of Greece. Necklace has inner

Category

20th Century Greek More Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Lalaounis Greece Chimera Ruby Sapphire Gold Bracelet
Lalaounis Greece Chimera Ruby Sapphire Gold Bracelet

Lalaounis Greece Chimera Ruby Sapphire Gold Bracelet

By Ilias Lalaounis

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Lalaounis Greece, 18k gold Chimera Bangla bracelet, set withcabochon rubies and sapphire eyes

Category

Late 20th Century Greek Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Ilias Lalaounis Ruby, Yellow Gold Chimera Ring
Ilias Lalaounis Ruby, Yellow Gold Chimera Ring

Ilias Lalaounis Ruby, Yellow Gold Chimera Ring

Located in Pleasant Hill, CA

Designed as a chimera overlapping its tail, with round-cut ruby eyes, bezel set in an 18k yellow

Category

20th Century Greek Artisan Band Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chimera and Dove Pendant
Chimera and Dove Pendant

Chimera and Dove Pendant

Unavailable|$1,070 / item

Chimera and Dove Pendant

By Kathryn Bentley

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Our Chimera and Dove coin pendant in 14k gold on an elegant 18" chain. Molded from ancient Greek

Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Chimera and Dove Ring
Chimera and Dove Ring

Chimera and Dove Ring

Unavailable|$2,360 / item

Chimera and Dove Ring

By Kathryn Bentley

Located in Los Angeles, CA

The Chimera and Dove coin ring is cast in oxidized sterling silver and set in 14k gold. Molded from

Category

2010s Signet Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Early Lalaounis Greece Chimera Ruby Diamond Gold Bypass Bracelet
Early Lalaounis Greece Chimera Ruby Diamond Gold Bypass Bracelet

Early Lalaounis Greece Chimera Ruby Diamond Gold Bypass Bracelet

By Ilias Lalaounis

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Early Lalaounis for Zolotas 18K gold Greek made Chimera bypass bracelet, set with rubies and approx

Category

Mid-20th Century Greek Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Chimera Cigar Ring in 14k Rose Gold with Emerald
Chimera Cigar Ring in 14k Rose Gold with Emerald

Chimera Cigar Ring in 14k Rose Gold with Emerald

By Selda Jewellery

Located in Istanbul, TR

prosperity. Chimera cigar ring in 14k Rose gold with emerald by Selda Jewellery Additional Information

Category

2010s Turkish Modern More Rings

Materials

Emerald, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Zolotzs Greece Chimera Swirl Earrings
Zolotzs Greece Chimera Swirl Earrings

Zolotzs Greece Chimera Swirl Earrings

By Zolotas

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Pair of 22k gold Zolotas Greece chimera earrings. Earrings measure 31mm x 23mm. Marked: Made in

Category

20th Century Greek Clip-on Earrings

Wonderful Turn-of-the-century Chimera Brooch
Wonderful Turn-of-the-century Chimera Brooch

Wonderful Turn-of-the-century Chimera Brooch

Located in Lombard, IL

Excellent turn of the century Chimera brooch. Handsome winged dragon handcrafted in 10kt yellow

Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ilias Lalaounis Greece Sapphire Diamond 18 karat Yellow Gold Chimera Bracelet
Ilias Lalaounis Greece Sapphire Diamond 18 karat Yellow Gold Chimera Bracelet

Ilias Lalaounis Greece Sapphire Diamond 18 karat Yellow Gold Chimera Bracelet

By Ilias Lalaounis

Located in Miami, FL

Designer: Ilias Lalaounis Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Stones: 14 Sapphire Stones, 6 Ruby Stones

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau French 18K gold double chimera griffon dragon pendant brooch
Art Nouveau French 18K gold double chimera griffon dragon pendant brooch

Art Nouveau French 18K gold double chimera griffon dragon pendant brooch

Located in Versailles, FR

captivating French-made double chimera pendant brooch. Crafted with unparalleled skill, this piece seamlessly

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Chandelier with Dragons / Chimeras, in Bronze and Brass, circa 1890
Antique Chandelier with Dragons / Chimeras, in Bronze and Brass, circa 1890

Antique Chandelier with Dragons / Chimeras, in Bronze and Brass, circa 1890

Located in L'Etang, FR

Large chandelier in bronze and brass. Three winged chimeras or dragons support the opaline lamp

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Chandeliers and Pendants

Materials

Brass, Bronze

18 Karat Yellow Gold, "Chimere" Brooch, E.Froment-Meurice, Paris 1900
18 Karat Yellow Gold, "Chimere" Brooch, E.Froment-Meurice, Paris 1900

18 Karat Yellow Gold, "Chimere" Brooch, E.Froment-Meurice, Paris 1900

By Émile Froment-Meurice

Located in Heerlen, NL

- One (1) 18K. gold Chimera Brooch - Paris ca 1890 - 1900 - Signed: E. Froment - Meurice Emile

Category

Antique 1890s French Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

Zolotas Chimera Gold Necklace
Zolotas Chimera Gold Necklace

Zolotas Chimera Gold Necklace

By Zolotas

Located in New York, NY

encrusted collar set in white gold with ruby eyes and sapphire set balls. Zolotas with the makers

Category

Late 20th Century Greek Artist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Zolotas Yellow Gold Chimera Earrings
Zolotas Yellow Gold Chimera Earrings

Zolotas Yellow Gold Chimera Earrings

By Zolotas

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1980s Zolotas 18K & 22K Yellow Gold Chimera Form Earrings, having a light brushed finish and

Category

Vintage 1980s Greek Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, 22k Gold

Art Nouveau Yellow gold Chimera Pendant
Art Nouveau Yellow gold Chimera Pendant

Art Nouveau Yellow gold Chimera Pendant

Located in PARIS, FR

Yellow gold chimera Art Nouveau pendant Neo-Renaissance locket pendant in 18k gold (750

Category

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Diamond Pearl Gold Chimera Brooch
Victorian Diamond Pearl Gold Chimera Brooch

Victorian Diamond Pearl Gold Chimera Brooch

Located in New York, NY

The Victorian Chimera Brooch, a mythological beast in Greek mythology, has the head of a lion, the

Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Gothic Chimera Diamond Gold Pendant Brooch
Gothic Chimera Diamond Gold Pendant Brooch

Gothic Chimera Diamond Gold Pendant Brooch

Located in London, GB

The exquisite quality & inspiration of this Renaissance revival jewel is similar or equal to Alphonse Fouquet. Marks: Eagle's head Victorian cut diamonds 0.40 cts & 0.10 cts ...

Category

Antique 1880s French Renaissance Revival Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Lalaounis Gold, Diamond and Ruby Chimera Earrings
Lalaounis Gold, Diamond and Ruby Chimera Earrings

Lalaounis Gold, Diamond and Ruby Chimera Earrings

By Ilias Lalaounis

Located in New York, NY

A pair of 18 karat yellow gold, diamond and ruby chimera earrings. Lalaounis. Of textured winding

Category

1990s Greek Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Ruby Diamond Gold Chimera Locket Pendant
Antique Ruby Diamond Gold Chimera Locket Pendant

Antique Ruby Diamond Gold Chimera Locket Pendant

Located in Poitiers, FR

antique gold pendant with an original theme, The Chimera breathes fire from which is created the diamond

Category

Antique 19th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Ilias Lalaounis Chimera Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
Ilias Lalaounis Chimera Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet

Ilias Lalaounis Chimera Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet

By Ilias Lalaounis

Located in Southampton, PA

18k Yellow Gold Chimera Bangle Bracelet from Illias Lalaounis. Details: Weight: 40.7 grams Length

Category

Vintage 1980s Greek Bangles

Materials

Yellow Gold

Zolotas Ruby Sapphire Gold Chimera Cuff Bracelet
Zolotas Ruby Sapphire Gold Chimera Cuff Bracelet

Zolotas Ruby Sapphire Gold Chimera Cuff Bracelet

Located in San Antonio, TX

Fluted 18 k gold hinged cuff with Chimera terminals with Ruby eyes Nd sapphire collar. Signed

Category

Vintage 1970s Greek Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

ILIAS LALAOUNIS Chimera Ruby Diamond Gold Bypass Bracelet
ILIAS LALAOUNIS Chimera Ruby Diamond Gold Bypass Bracelet

ILIAS LALAOUNIS Chimera Ruby Diamond Gold Bypass Bracelet

By Ilias Lalaounis

Located in New York, NY

This fabulous Ilias Lalaounis bracelet features a two-headed chimera motif intricately crafted in

Category

Vintage 1980s Greek Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Zolotas 18k Gold Chimera Bangle Bracelet Emerald Diamond
Zolotas 18k Gold Chimera Bangle Bracelet Emerald Diamond

Zolotas 18k Gold Chimera Bangle Bracelet Emerald Diamond

By Zolotas

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Recognizable Chimera Heads bangle by Zolotas. Made of 18 karat yellow gold, cabochon emeralds and

Category

Vintage 1970s Greek Bangles

Materials

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

Zolotas Yellow Gold and Gem Set Chimera Ring
Zolotas Yellow Gold and Gem Set Chimera Ring

Zolotas Yellow Gold and Gem Set Chimera Ring

By Zolotas

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1980s Zolotas Greece Chimera Head 18k Yellow Gold Ring, hand made with traditional Ancient

Category

Vintage 1980s Greek Classical Greek Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

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Chimera Gold For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the piece of chimera gold you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 117 vintage editions and 10 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect item from our selection of chimera gold may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A choice in our collection of chimera gold from Ilias Lalaounis, Zolotas and Pomellato — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any object in our assortment of chimera gold from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 57 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and old european cut versions for sale. Most of our chimera gold for sale are for women, but there are 40 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Chimera Gold?

Prices for a piece of chimera gold can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $650 and can go as high as $150,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $4,725.

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.