Gold Pendant Chopard "Happy Emotions" Diamonds
By Chopard
Located in Berlin, DE
The Chopard "Happy Emotions" collection pendant is crafted from 18k rose gold and set with diamonds.
Gold Pendant Chopard "Happy Emotions" Diamonds
By Chopard
Located in Berlin, DE
The Chopard "Happy Emotions" collection pendant is crafted from 18k rose gold and set with diamonds.
Chopard Diamond Happy Spirit Pendant Necklace
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
This is an elegant 18k white gold pendant necklace from Happy Spirit collection by Chopard. The pendant is set with sparkling round cut diamond accent.
18k Gold
Chopard Happy Spirit Diamond Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Chopard
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond "Happy Spirit" Bracelet by Chopard. With 55 Diamonds and One Round Center Floating Diamond, VS1 Clarity, G Color.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Chopard 0.75ct Diamond Happy Diamonds Heart Pendant Necklace
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
This is an elegant 18k white gold happy diamonds heart pendant necklace by Chopard.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$6,560Sale Price|20% Off
Chopard Happy Sport Diamond Watch Ss 5 Diamonds
By Chopard
Located in Jupiter, FL
Beautiful Chopard Happy Sport watch with 5 diamond on dial as well as pave set diamonds around the dial on the case, original by Cartier.
Diamond, Stainless Steel
Chopard 18K Rose Gold Happy Diamonds Necklace
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Some stations incorporate Chopard’s iconic Happy Diamonds motif, where free-floating diamonds are encased within the gold circles, creating a sparkling, playful effect as they catch ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Chopard Happy Spirit Diamond Large Pendant Necklace
By Chopard
Located in London, GB
This oversized pendant is finished with a plain polished bail atop and hangs from a signed Chopard double belcher chain. 'At the dawn of the new century, Chopard's iconic dancing d...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chopard Happy Sport White Gold Diamond Watch
By Chopard
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Brand: Chopard Model: Happy Sport Reference number: 27/6730-50 Movement: Quartz Case Material: White Gold Bracelet material: Black Alligator Strap Condition: Pre Owned, Fair (Show...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard White Gold Diamond Happy Dreams Necklace
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Chopard White Gold Diamond Happy Dreams Necklace PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 151367 Listing Title: Chopard White Gold Diamond Happy Dreams Necklace Condition Description: A celebration of ...
Chopard Happy 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ladies Watch
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Chopard Happy 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ladies Watch Details: Material: 18k yellow gold Main stone: diamonds Movement: manual winding Case: approx. 24mm Hallmark: Chopard Geneve Swi...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Chopard yellow gold Happy Diamond Tear drop earrings.
By Chopard
Located in Addlestone, GB
Chopard yellow gold Happy Diamond Tear drop earrings.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Chopard Happy Sport Sapphire Diamond Watch. Chopard LUC 27/8236-23
By Chopard
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Chopard LUC Happy Sport Ruby and Diamond Ladies Watch ref. 27/8236-23 Stainless Steel.
Gold, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Chopard Happy Sport Pink Diamond Ruby Gold Watch
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
18k rose gold Happy Sport Chopard lady's watch, set with 1.60ctw in pink diamonds, rubies on the bezel (one stone is chipped) and floating 3 diamonds 2 rubies. other red Chopard band...
Pink Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Vintage Happy Diamonds Heart Bracelet, 18kt gold, CHOPARD
By Chopard
Located in London, GB
Weight: 5.5gr Metal: 18kt yellow gold Stones: 15 diamonds Cut: Brilliant Carat: 0.50ct approx...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Chopard Chopardissimo 18Kt White Gold Happy Diamond Bracelet
By Chopard
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
The bracelet is adorned with a round pendant, engraved with the signature Chopard script, and set with a floating 0.03-carat Happy Diamond at its center.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard 3-Tone Gold Diamond Happy Spirit Pendant
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Chopard 3-Tone Gold Diamond Happy Spirit Pendant PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 157342 Listing Title: Chopard 3-Tone Gold Diamond Happy Spirit Pendant Condition Description: Established in 18...
Chopard Rose Gold Sapphire and Diamond Happy Diamond Ring
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Chopard Rose Gold Sapphire and Diamond Happy Diamond Ring PRIMARY DETAILS SKU: 154065 Listing Title: Chopard Rose Gold Sapphire and Diamond Happy Diamond Ring Condition Description:...
Chopard Happy 18k WG Diamond Watch. Chopard LUC 20/4780-21 Ladies
By Chopard
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Chopard LUC Happy Diamond Ladies Watch ref. 20/4780-21 18k White Gold.
Gold, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
White Gold Happy Diamonds Drop Earrings by Chopard
By Chopard
Located in Greenwich, CT
This Happy Diamonds is a charming take on the classic diamond drop earrings. The delicate round motif of these earrings in 18 karat white gold holds the signature moving diamond tha...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard Happy Clown Pendant with Chain
By Chopard
Located in Bradenton, FL
Signed Chopard, Happy Clown 18K yellow gold and multi-gemstone pendant with its original signed Chopard 18K yellow gold rope necklace.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Chopard Happy Sport Ruby Diamond Watch. Chopard LUC 27/8250-21 Ladies
By Chopard
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Chopard LUC Happy Sport Ruby and Diamond Ladies Watch ref. 27/8250-21 Stainless Steel.
Gold, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Chopard 18 kt White Gold & Diamond Happy Diamonds Necklace / Pendant
By Chopard
Located in Antwerp, BE
Chopard 18 kt White Gold & Diamond Happy Diamonds Necklace / Pendant Can be worn sporty or elegant , a real beauty.
Diamond, White Gold
$25,332Sale Price|20% Off
Chopard Happy Sport Diamond Bezel Stainless Steel Quartz Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in Chicago, IL
Exuding timeless elegance and the playful spirit of the iconic Happy Sport collection, this pre-owned Chopard wristwatch is a masterful blend of luxury and precision.
Diamond, Quartz, Stainless Steel, Steel
Chopard Happy 18K White Gold Diamonds Snowflake Earrings
By Chopard
Located in Guangzhou, CN
True luxury is captured in moments of pure freedom, and nothing embodies this spirit better than Chopard’s legendary Happy Diamonds Collection. Inspired by the carefree beauty of wat...
$47,520Sale Price|20% Off
Chopard Happy Sport 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Emerald Watch
By Chopard
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite Chopard Happy Sport wristwatch embodies the pinnacle of luxury, crafted in radiant 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chopard White Gold Happy Diamonds Earrings 84/3684-1001
By Chopard
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A captivating pair of 18k white gold diamond earrings by Chopard from the Happy Diamonds collection.
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard White Gold Happy Diamond Quatrefoil Floating Stud Earrings
By Chopard
Located in Montclair, NJ
-Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.10ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18k White Gold Weight: 6.73 Grams Backing: Post...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
Chopard Happy Dreams White Gold Ring
By Chopard
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
A poetic celebration of joy and elegance, the Chopard “Happy Dreams” ring is a luminous creation crafted in 18kt white gold and set with a dazzling brilliant-cut diamond.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard Happy Sun Diamond Large White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Happy Sun Diamond Large Pendant Necklace by Chopard.
Diamond, White Gold
Chopard Pavé Diamond 18ct White Gold Happy Spirit Pendant
By Chopard
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chopard Pavé Diamond 18ct White Gold Happy Spirit Pendant Product Details Xupes Ref: COMJ831 Brand: Chopard Model: Happy Spirit Pendant Type: Pendant Serial Number: undefined Age: ...
Diamond, White Gold
Chopard Happy Sport Stars Ruby Diamond Watch. Chopard LUC 27/8245-21 Ladies
By Chopard
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Genuine Chopard LUC Happy Sport Stars Ruby Diamond Ladies Watch ref. 27/8245-21 Stainless Steel.
Gold, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Chopard White Gold Happy Diamonds Earrings 84/6169-1001
By Chopard
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A lively pair of 18k white gold earrings by Chopard from the Happy Diamonds collection. The round ear clips are each set with 5 round brilliant cut diamonds floating behind a faceted...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard Yellow Gold Happy Diamonds Ring 82/2902-0110
By Chopard
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A sparkly 18k yellow gold Happy Diamonds ring by Chopard. The ring features a circular motif set to the centre with a halo of 15 round brilliant cut diamonds with an approximate weig...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chopard Happy Curves Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Ring
By Chopard
Located in London, GB
Set in the centre of the geometric frame are 3 mobile 'happy diamonds' totalling 0.17ct, enclosed between a pair of sapphire crystals, the top one being engraved with the iconic Chop...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard White Gold Happy Diamonds Ring 82/2902-1110
By Chopard
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A sparkly 18k white gold Happy Diamonds ring by Chopard. The ring features a circular motif set to the centre with a halo of 15 round brilliant cut diamonds with an approximate weigh...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard 18 Karat White Gold Circle Diamond "Happy Spirit"
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Chopard 18K White God Circle Diamond Happy Spirit Necklace Chain length: 23inch Smaller circle diameter: 13mm Bigger circle: 32mm Weight: 34.0gr TCW: 0.17ct Retail: 11,500$ Co...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard Happy Sport Diamond, Steel & 18k Rose Gold Watch
By Chopard
Located in London, GB
Brand New - Chopard Happy Sport Diamond, Steel & 18k Rose Gold Watch Seven brilliant cut floating diamonds. 18K Rose gold square watch face with polished steel and 18k rose gold s...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Steel
Chopard Happy Sport 18K White Gold & Diamond Bezel 21mm
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Reference Number: 10/6115-23 Brand: Chopard Model: Classic Movement: Quartz Dial Color: White Case Materia: 18K White Gold Case Width 21mm Case Shape: Square Bracelet Material: 18K W...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard Rose Gold Happy Spirit Necklace
By Chopard
Located in London, GB
- Rose gold-tone - 18kt rose gold - 18kt white gold - White diamond - Polished finish - Happy Spirit design - Clasp fastening Please kindly note all items have been previously used ...
White Diamond, White Gold, Rose Gold
Chopard 18K White Gold Happy Spirit Floating Diamond Necklace
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your elegance with this Chopard 18K White Gold Diamond Pendant—a radiant masterpiece resembling a clover-shaped bloom of exceptional beauty. The pendant, adorned with exquisi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$24,000Sale Price|20% Off
Chopard Versatile Happy Diamonds Convertible Earrings / Pendants 18K Yellow Gold
By Chopard
Located in Chicago, IL
The design is fully convertible: the upper “X” motif can be worn on its own as a pair of earrings the lower sections, featuring Chopard’s iconic Happy Diamonds, can be detached and...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$71,200Sale Price|20% Off
Chopard Happy Sport Ruby and Diamond Rose Gold Ladies Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite Chopard Happy Sport ladies' wristwatch is a masterclass in luxury horology, perfectly blending high-jewelry aesthetics with Swiss mechanical precision.
Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold
Chopard 18K Gold Happy Spirit Large Floating Diamond Pendant
By Chopard
Located in Guangzhou, CN
Chopard Happy Spirit Large Pendant in 18K gold Key Features Design: Part of the iconic Happy Spirit collection, this piece features several concentric white gold "dancing" hoops o...
18k Gold
Chopard Diamond Happy Sport Pink Leather 36mm Wrist Watch
By Chopard
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This custom made Chopard Diamond Happy Sport Pink Leather 36mm Wrist Watch is a stunning and luxurious timepiece that exudes elegance and playful charm.
$44,000Sale Price|20% Off
Chopard Happy Spirit Heart Diamond Drop 18k White Gold Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Chicago, IL
An elegant and iconic creation from Chopard’s celebrated Happy Spirit collection, this 18 karat white gold diamond drop necklace embodies refined femininity and contemporary sophisti...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Chopard Happy Sport 18 Karat White Gold Limited Diamond Watch
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
CHOPARD HAPPY SPORT 18K WHITE GOLD LIMITED DIAMOND WATCH.
Diamond, White Gold
$22,400Sale Price|20% Off
Chopard Happy Spirit 18K Gold Diamond 32mm Pendant Necklace Floating
By Chopard
Located in Chicago, IL
A striking and elegant Chopard “Happy Spirit” pendant necklace, expertly crafted in 18 karat white gold and adorned with brilliant diamonds.
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Chopard White Gold Happy Diamond Large Double Heart Floating Pendant
By Chopard
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamond - 0.02ct (approx.) Material: Solid 18k White Gold Weight: 11.23 Grams Chai...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
Chopard Diamond Set 18ct Yellow Gold Heart Design Happy Diamonds Ring
By Chopard
Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire
Chopard Diamond Set 18ct Yellow Gold Heart Design Happy Diamonds Ring Product Details Xupes Ref: J1161 Brand: Chopard Model: Happy Diamonds Ring Type: Ring Serial Number: undefined ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Chopard 18k White Gold Happy Diamond Petite Quatrefoil Floating Pendant
By Chopard
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Nice Brilliant White Diamond Material: Solid 18k White Gold Weight: 3.25 Grams Chain Type: Not Included Pendant Hei...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard .96 Carat Diamond Happy Snow Flakes Pendant, Double Chain
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Set in 18 karat white gold, This stunning iconic Happy Snow Flakes Chopard pendant is composed of a total of .96 carats of F/G color, VS Clarity, Diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Chopard Diamond and Mother of Pearl 'Happy Sport' Chronograph Wristwatch
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Diamond and Mother- of-Pearl 'Happy Sport' Chronograph Wristwatch, Chopard The circular dial embellished with mother-of-pearl, framed by round diamonds, featuring free-floating colle...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
$11,076Sale Price|20% Off
Chopard Double Happy Heart Diamond Large White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Chopard
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Double Happy Heart Diamond Large Pendant Necklace by Chopard.
Diamond, White Gold
Chopard White Gold Sapphire Happy Diamonds Earrings 83/2896-1008
By Chopard
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A beautiful pair of 18k white gold Happy Diamonds earrings by Chopard. The earrings feature a square motif set to the centre with a round brilliant cut diamond, floating behind the s...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Happy Diamonds Pendant Necklace in 18K White Gold by Chopard
By Chopard
Located in Lucerne, CH
Experience timeless elegance with the Happy Diamonds Pendant Necklace by Chopard, crafted in exquisite 18 Karat white gold.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard Happy Curves Diamond 18k White Gold Pendant Collar Necklace
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Chopard Happy Curves Diamond 18k White Gold Pendant Collar Necklace Jewelry 52 diamonds: 0.88ct 3 diamonds: 0.17ct (lose) Product #: 2267650 Est.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard White Gold Happy Spirit Diamond Ring 82/5655-1109
By Chopard
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An enticing 18k white gold diamond ring by Chopard from the Happy Spirit collection.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Chopard Geneve 18k Gold "Happy Diamond" Necklace 17" 1.8 ctw Diamond 124.20g
By Chopard
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Centering a transparent compartment with five 'floating' diamonds Framed by a heart-shaped plaque set with round brilliant-cut diamonds Pieced to a brick-link back chain signed Chopa...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chopard Happy Sport 18K Yellow Gold Diamonds Ruby Watch Ref 4144
By Chopard
Located in Miami, FL
Chopard Happy Sport – Ref. 4144 An elegant and iconic Happy Sport Diamond “Snowflake” ladies’ wristwatch crafted in 18K yellow gold, showcasing the timeless sophistication of Chopard...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Chopard Happy Sport Watch - Square 7 Floating Diamonds Ref: 278358
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
Stainless steel case & Bracelet White gold bezel set with 104 diamonds (1.37 ct) White dial with Roman Numerals Seven floating diamonds (0.39 ct) Five Sapphire cabochons List Price ...
Diamond, Stainless Steel
In 1860, a 24-year-old son of a farmer, Louis-Ulysse Chopard (1836–1915), established the L.U.C. company — now known simply as Chopard, rather than by the founder’s initials — in Sonvilier, Switzerland. His initial work evolved from making mechanical movements to building the watches themselves, concentrating on making the pocket watch slimmer to carry for everyday use while also ensuring it was precise and reliable.
Early successes for Chopard included providing watches for the punctuality needs of the Swiss Railway Company. Recognizing the international market for Swiss watchmaking, Chopard traveled across Europe and Russia, with Czar Nicholas II becoming a client in 1912.
Chopard’s son, Paul-Louis, took over after Louis-Ulysse’s death in 1915 and expanded the business to La Chaux-de-Fonds. In 1937, the company relocated to the watchmaking center of Geneva, where they could mark their work with the prestigious Geneva Seal. (Paul-Louis’s son, Paul-André, took the reins in 1943.) Business thinned in the postwar years, and Paul-André’s sons declined the opportunity to take over for their father.
In 1963, Chopard was acquired by German goldsmith and watchmaker Karl Scheufele III and his wife, Karin. Under their ownership, Chopard added jewelry to its offerings. The popular Happy Diamonds wristwatch debuted in 1976 — it launched a collection, which now features bracelets, rings and other items. The distinctive watch sees dozens of glittering diamonds, loosed from their settings, moving freely around the dial.
The story goes that the in-house designer Ronald Kurowski was inspired by the kinetic glimmers of sunlight on a waterfall in the Black Forest. He would then develop the innovative system for the Happy Diamonds timepiece that he hoped would essentially mimic his experience in the woods.
A young Caroline Scheufele — Karl and Karin’s daughter, who would later become copresident and artistic director — led the introduction of a Happy Diamonds jewelry line in 1985, with her design for a playful clown pendant with a belly full of jittering precious stones. Subsequent lines and accessories such as the Happy Dreams bracelet, Happy Hearts collection and the Happy Sport watches further enhanced Chopard’s range of dynamic adornment.
The Scheufele family-run company continues to be synonymous with excellence in timepieces, such as its role as the official timekeeper for the Grand Prix de Monaco Historique, creating all of its movements in-house. And Chopard is constantly developing its wares, from sunglasses and fragrances to recent introductions of high-end handbags.
Find a wide range of vintage Chopard wristwatches, necklaces, rings and other jewelry 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.
Floating diamonds add a dose of whimsy to this elegant timepiece.
Just because the dial says Geneva — or the alluring French version of the city's name, Genève — it doesn’t mean your timepiece was crafted in the watchmaking capital.