HM London 1970 Irish Claddagh Hand Clasping Heart Ring, size 10
Located in Baltimore, MD
The Irish Claddagh ring is a traditional Irish ring originating from the fishing village of Galway and part of a motif of rings called Fede rings, Italian for "faith", or mani in fed...
9k Gold
Sculptural Adam & Eve Paradise Ring
Located in London, GB
A wonderfully powerful erotic ring. The sculptural form portraying Adam & Eve clasping hands symbolizing original love.
Peridot, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian 18 Karat Gold Ruby Diamond Emerald Fede Ring
Located in New York, NY
A Fede ring is a name for a ring featuring clasped hands symbolizing love, friendship or betrothal.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Hand-Knotted Baroque Pearl Necklace with Vintage 14K Bolt Ring Clasp, 17.7 inch
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
Hand-knotted in our Amsterdam boutique, this pearl necklace is made of the most exceptional baroque pearls and finished with a statement sized 14 karat yellow gold large bolt ring cl...
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
Georgian Ruby Gold Opening Fede Ring
Located in London, GB
A rare 18th century ring with clasped hands that open to reveal a heart.
Ruby, 15k Gold
Antique Gold "Fede", Clasped Hand, Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
Open this striking ring to reveal the heart being clasped by the two hands.
18k Gold
Antique Turquoise Clasped Hands Friendship Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
Georgian 18K gold cannetille work ring set with a carved turquoise in the shape of a pair of clasped hands, a symbol of friendship.
Garnet, Opal, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Gold Ring With Clasped Hands Amethyst Cameo 2nd-3rd century AD
Located in Firenze, IT
A cameo a pair of clasped hands in amethyst in gold collet settings. The size cameo is 11mm x 9mm Size 7 1/2 Weight: 5.31gr. The clasping of the right hands of a betrothed couple was...
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage Gimmel Fede Ring Moveable Clasped Hands 8K Yellow Gold – Size 7.75
Located in Fairfield, CT
Vintage Gimmel Fede Ring Moveable Clasped Hands 8K Yellow Gold – Size 7.75 This vintage fede ring is made in 8k yellow gold and features the traditional design of two clasped hands.
Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Silver Gilt Fede Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
Unusual Russian "Fede" ring of clasped hands in silver gilt, c. 1880. The fede ring traditionally has the motif of two right hands clasped together.
Gilt Metal, Silver
Victorian “Opening” Gold Claddagh Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A 15 karat Claddagh ring displaying clasped hands pulls apart to reveal a golden heart.
15k Gold
Antique Gold and Hair Fede Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
Georgian 18K yellow gold "fede" ring of clasped hands and plaited hair. The clasped hands are a symbol of fidelity and commitment and were often used on wedding bands.
18k Gold
Ornate Georgian Gold Link Necklace with Hand Clasp
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
The chain is finished with a hand clasp and ruby "ring". It is in absolutely amazing antique condition.
Ruby, 15k Gold
Victorian Rose Quartz Button Pearls Hand Clasp Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
This ladylike design is married to a delicate hand linked pearl necklace with a unique re-cast Victorian hand clasp with CZ ring.
Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
Modern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Flat Marine Mesh Chain
Located in Poitiers, FR
Total weight of the jewel : 7,1 g approximately. Clasp : spring ring. Second- hand gold jewel - Excellent condition - Very little worn - Fully checked and polished - Sold with certif...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
An Antique Gold Clasped Hands Engagement Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Fede rings are cast in the form of two clasped hands symbolizing faith and trust.
Yellow Gold
Antique Gold Clasping Hands Love Marriage Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1870s - 1880s Yellow Gold Marriage, Love Band ring, very unique 3 piece attached construction, deep Carved / engraved design work and nicely detailed hands that interlock. The ...
Gold
Antique Sterling Betrothal Ring with Clasped Hands over a Heart
Located in Baltimore, MD
Victorian silver puzzle ring with two hands covering a heart. This ring consists of 3 rings held together by clasped hands, the sentimental symbol of friendship and love.
Sterling Silver
C1850 Hands Clasping Heart Fede Ring w carved enamel star
Located in Baltimore, MD
Our 18K fede ring reveals two delicately carved hands coming together clasping a bejeweled heart ("the gift of my heart"), with a single old cut diamond embedded in a carved star.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
Button Pearl and Rose Quartz Hand Clasp Necklace
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
This ladylike design is married to a delicate hand linked pearl necklace with a unique re-cast Victorian hand clasp with CZ ring. 27 inches long / 1.5 inch pendant drop.
Cultured Pearl, Quartz, Gold Plate
Sold
H 0.31 in D 0.12 in L 17 in
Rainbow Fire Boulder Opal White Diamond Gold Drop Necklace, Pamela Froman 2022
By Pamela Froman
Located in Dallas, TX
Stamped and hallmarked, the piece is finished on an 18k yellow gold chain with hand-hammered clasp and jump rings to offer versatility to be worn at both 16" and 17" lengths.
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian Gold Clasped Hands Ring
Located in New York, NY
A rare Georgian clasped hands ring. C.1820-1830. The 18k yellow gold band is beautifully deep-chased, and the clasped hands show well-crafted details.
18k Gold
Renaissance Silver Gilt Fede Ring
Located in Wimberley, TX
The history of the fede or “clasped hands” ring goes back into antiquity. In Roman times this type of ring was often referred to as Concordia – for Concord, the goddess of harmony wh...
An Early Victorian Gold Clasped Hands Betrothal Ring
Located in London, GB
The Clasped Hands, which have a male and female cuff, open to reveal a Gold Heart on the central band.
18k Gold
Ancient Roman Gold Intaglio Signet Ring with Clasped Hands
Located in London, GB
Ancient Roman Gold Intaglio Signet Ring with Clasped Hands Ca. 100-300 AD An Ancient Roman gold fede ring of smooth, round-section band flaring to the shoulders; raised central cel...
Gold
Edwardian "Flaming Heart Hand Clasp" Intaglio Rose Gold Signet Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
This Edwardian rose gold signet ring has a shield-shaped face, carved with an intaglio crest of two clasped hands beneath a flaming heart.
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Clasped Hands and Forget-me-not Ring
Located in Austin, TX
Lovely Georgian era sentimental ring. 6 rose cut diamonds form a forget-me-not flower clasped by two hands.
Diamond, 15k Gold
Gold Figural Clasped Hands Sculpture Lovers Friendship Studio Band Vintage Ring
Located in London, GB
It has been lovingly crafted in solid 9ct gold and has a satisfying weight. The tenderly clasped hands denote love or friendship, bringing a romantic edge to this stylish piece.
9k Gold
Georgian 18k Gold Fede Ring
Located in Danvers, MA
Crafted of solid 18K buttery gold, the ring features the enduring symbol of love, friendship and partnership - two clasped hands.
18k Gold
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful stretch silk leopard print dress from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice has adjustable straps, functional and adjustable side lacing through to the hips plus rows of top st...
7.45 Carat Impressive Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
7.45 Carats Impressive Natural Red Ruby and Diamond 14K White Gold Ring Total Emerald Cut Center Red Ruby Weight is Approx. 6.00 Carats (Lead Glass Filled) Center Ruby Measures: Ap...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,145 / item
W 0.27 in L 17 in
Everyday Emerald Ruby Minimalist Chain Necklace Gift for Mom in 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Everyday Emerald Ruby Minimalist Chain Necklace Gift for Mom in 18K Gold studded with pear cut emerald and ruby. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dr...
Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
7-8mm White Round Pearl Necklace with 18K Gold Clasp
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
Introducing our exquisite 18-inch 7-8mm White Round Pearl Necklace with an 18K Gold Clasp, a timeless and elegant accessory that exudes sophistication and grace. Crafted with meticul...
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
$4,300Sale Price|50% Off
Certified 18K Gold 1.06ct Heart Pigeon's Blood Ruby & 0.58ct Diamond Ring
Located in เกาะสมุย, TH
A dramatic, love‑struck statement piece, this IGL‑certified 18k gold heart‑cut ruby and diamond ring delivers unapologetic romance with high jewelry craftsmanship. At its center burn...
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Ladies Hunter Elgin 4 Color Gold Pocket Watch and 18k Gold Chain
By Elgin
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Antique 14k four color gold hunter case pocket watch made by the Elgin Company around 1908 (based on movement serial # 13333340) features an elaborately decorated 14 c...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby and Diamond Ring, circa 1960
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels ruby and diamond ring. Centrally set with five rectangular tallow cut natural unenhanced rubies in open back channel settings with a combined approximate weight of...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
$600Sale Price / item|20% Off
W 0.79 in L 1.19 in
Oval Blue Sapphire Cabs 14k Yellow Gold Pear Shape Baroque Pearls Stud Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
These elegant and handmade earrings have 2 Oval Blue Sapphire cabs measuring 8 x 10 mm set in a 14 Kt yellow gold bezel with 3 small round pearls of 4mm on 3 sides at the top to whi...
Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Platinum, 1960s Cushion Cut Aquamarine & Calibrated Ruby Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Aquamarine Cocktail Ring Platinum Tested Circa 1960s Step into a world of elegance with this fabulous vintage cocktail ring from the 1960s. At its heart lies a mesmerisin...
Aquamarine, Ruby, Platinum
Handmade Art Deco Platinum Ring 4.11 Ct Old Mine Cut Diamond – I/VS2 GIA
Located in New York, NY
This elegant handmade Art Deco ring features a stunning 4.11-carat Old Mine cut diamond, ( Dating pre-1900’s) graded I color and VS2 clarity (GIA certified). The platinum setting, cr...
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany 1982 Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver "Aquarius" Cuff
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany 1982 Elsa Peretti Sterling Silver "Aquarius" Cuff
Sterling Silver
Magnificent Beautiful Natural Real Ocean Pearls 24" Necklace
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
These magnificent glowing natural Ocean Pearls are enhanced with tiny little matching goldy Pearls in this 24 inch long necklace. The largest Pearls are approximately 13mm and the t...
Pearl, Gold Plate
French 1925s Certified Fine Pearl Baguette, Cut Diamonds Platinum Art Deco Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Platinum ring, dog head hallmark. Charming antique ring from the Art Deco period, it is adorned with a fine pearly white orient pearl, with a baguette-cut diamond on either side in a...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Antique Natural Ruby and Diamond Ring of 14k Gold, Circa 1860
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Vivid and romantic, this ruby and diamond ring was created by thoughtfully upcycling antique stones from a damaged Victorian bracelet. At its center glows a 0.37ct cushion-cut ruby o...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Antique Old Mine Cut Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 14k gold old mine cut diamond ring in floral head designe with estimate diamond weight of 1.4 carats H colour vs clearity centered with large old mine cut diamond 0.42 ct pin...
Van Cleef & Arpels Angel Skin Coral, Mother-of Pearl and 18k Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Weston, MA
This striking double-stranded necklace is set with alternating bezel-set angel skin coral and white mother-of-pearl squares each separated by round open gold links. The interplay of ...
Coral, Pearl, 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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