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Vintage French Jean Thierry Bondt 18K Yellow Gold Balloon Diamond Coral Pin
Vintage French Jean Thierry Bondt 18K Yellow Gold Balloon Diamond Coral Pin

Vintage French Jean Thierry Bondt 18K Yellow Gold Balloon Diamond Coral Pin

Located in Great Neck, NY

Beautiful Vintage French Jean Thierry Bondt 18K Yellow Gold Balloon Diamond Coral Pin. This

Category

Vintage 1960s Retro Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Victorian Coral 14KT Earrings & Pin Set
Victorian Coral 14KT Earrings & Pin Set

Victorian Coral 14KT Earrings & Pin Set

Located in Vero Beach, FL

Fabulous Pin & Earring Victorian Set Swirl design with "Plume" accents on the gold. Coral branches

Category

Antique 1890s Unknown Late Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian Coral Gold Brooch Pin
Antique Victorian Coral Gold Brooch Pin

Antique Victorian Coral Gold Brooch Pin

Located in New York, NY

Antique Victorian 14k gold brooch, featuring teardrop coral (approx. 25 x 18.3mm) Brooch measures

Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Coral, Gold

Antique Georgian Coral Hair Slide Pin Brooch
Antique Georgian Coral Hair Slide Pin Brooch

Antique Georgian Coral Hair Slide Pin Brooch

Located in London, GB

Georgian pin features a stunning flame like coral branches set on a brass pin. The pin could be worn as a

Category

Antique 18th Century English Georgian Vanity Items

Materials

Coral, Brass

10KT Art Nouveau Coral and Diamond Pin
10KT Art Nouveau Coral and Diamond Pin

10KT Art Nouveau Coral and Diamond Pin

Located in Lynchburg, VA

This sweet coral and diamond pin is part of our estate collection. We believe it to be from the

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Angel Skin Coral and 18K Pin Brooch
Vintage Angel Skin Coral and 18K Pin Brooch

Vintage Angel Skin Coral and 18K Pin Brooch

Located in Norwood, NJ

Finely carved angel skin coral floral pin brooch with deeply carved rose flowers set with 18K

Category

20th Century Italian Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Pink Coral, Gold

18k Gold Coral and White Jade Duck Pin
18k Gold Coral and White Jade Duck Pin

18k Gold Coral and White Jade Duck Pin

Located in Hong Kong, HK

This duck pin features a creamy white jade body, a coral wing kissed with warm orange hues, and a

Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Coral, Jade, 18k Gold

Antique 14K Coral Cameo Pin with Diamond
Antique 14K Coral Cameo Pin with Diamond

Antique 14K Coral Cameo Pin with Diamond

Located in Big Bend, WI

14K yellow gold Art Nouveau coral cameo pin featuring a large portrait of a woman with grapes and

Category

Antique 1890s Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Silver Filigree and Coral Lapel Pin Brooch
Vintage Silver Filigree and Coral Lapel Pin Brooch

Vintage Silver Filigree and Coral Lapel Pin Brooch

Located in Rotterdam, NL

brooch is crafted with very fine filigree, floral rosettes and one coral stone in the center. The border

Category

Mid-20th Century Dutch Brooches

Materials

Coral, Silver

Italian 18K Gold Red Coral Bead Safety Pin Brooch
Italian 18K Gold Red Coral Bead Safety Pin Brooch

Italian 18K Gold Red Coral Bead Safety Pin Brooch

Located in Miami, FL

A beautifully handcrafted Italian 18K yellow gold safety pin brooch set with five natural

Category

Vintage 1970s Brooches

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold

Vintage ScorpionDiamond Coral 18 Karat Gold Pin Brooch
Vintage ScorpionDiamond Coral 18 Karat Gold Pin Brooch

Vintage ScorpionDiamond Coral 18 Karat Gold Pin Brooch

Located in Miami, FL

with this stunning Vintage 18K Gold Diamond Scorpion Oval Cabochon Pin Brooch. The body of the scorpion

Category

Vintage 1960s Retro Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Massive Victorian Coral Claw Stick Pin, 19th Century
Massive Victorian Coral Claw Stick Pin, 19th Century

Massive Victorian Coral Claw Stick Pin, 19th Century

Located in Riverdale, NY

Massive 19th Century Victorian Coral Claw Stickpin set in 14k gold. Beautifully detailed claw

Category

Antique 1860s American High Victorian Brooches

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold

Art Deco Platinum Coral, Onyx and Diamond Pin/Pendant
Art Deco Platinum Coral, Onyx and Diamond Pin/Pendant

Art Deco Platinum Coral, Onyx and Diamond Pin/Pendant

Located in Narberth, PA

A fabulous pin/pendant from the Art Deco (ca1920s) era! Crafted in platinum, this piece begins with

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Victorian Coral and Diamond Pin Brooch, circa 1880s
Victorian Coral and Diamond Pin Brooch, circa 1880s

Victorian Coral and Diamond Pin Brooch, circa 1880s

Located in London, GB

yellow gold pin. The piece comes with a box as well. Gemstone: Coral Carat Weight: 6.3mm Metal: 18ct

Category

Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage 1960s David Webb Coral Flower Pin with Diamonds
Vintage 1960s David Webb Coral Flower Pin with Diamonds

Vintage 1960s David Webb Coral Flower Pin with Diamonds

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 18k gold with carved Coral leaves and a rosette of Round Brilliant cut Diamonds

Category

Vintage 1960s Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian 14 Karat Estate Gold Coral Brooch Pin
Victorian 14 Karat Estate Gold Coral Brooch Pin

Victorian 14 Karat Estate Gold Coral Brooch Pin

Located in Wallkill, NY

Coral Brooch with an Elaborate Cuff wonderful etching on the Gold. Coral Hand is holding a Bow with

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold

1930s Art Deco Coral and Pearl Brooch Pin
1930s Art Deco Coral and Pearl Brooch Pin

1930s Art Deco Coral and Pearl Brooch Pin

Located in Hicksville, NY

Pin Measurements: Skin to Top of Pin Measurement: mm Condition: Excellent Price: $500 Payment

Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Coral, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Gold Buddha Turquoise Lapis & Coral Brooch-Pin Circa 1950
Retro Gold Buddha Turquoise Lapis & Coral Brooch-Pin Circa 1950

Retro Gold Buddha Turquoise Lapis & Coral Brooch-Pin Circa 1950

Located in Los Angeles, CA

A rare retro 14K yellow gold Buddha brooch-pin, finely crafted and richly detailed, set with

Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Brooches

Materials

Coral, Turquoise, Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Pin with Three Large Round Corals
18 Karat Yellow Gold Pin with Three Large Round Corals

18 Karat Yellow Gold Pin with Three Large Round Corals

Located in Manhasset, NY

18 Karat Yellow Gold Pin with Three Large Round Corals. 5.50 grams total weight. 60 by 11 MM.

Category

2010s Brooches

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold

Victorian Diamond Pin/Pendant and Natural Coral Beaded Necklace
Victorian Diamond Pin/Pendant and Natural Coral Beaded Necklace

Victorian Diamond Pin/Pendant and Natural Coral Beaded Necklace

Located in Narberth, PA

secured pin. The natural, undyed coral beads from which the pendant hangs have a wonderful orange hue, and

Category

Antique 1880s English Victorian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 15k Gold, Sterling Silver

18K Gold Lapis Onyx Coral & Mother of Pearl Crane Pin
18K Gold Lapis Onyx Coral & Mother of Pearl Crane Pin

18K Gold Lapis Onyx Coral & Mother of Pearl Crane Pin

Located in Hong Kong, HK

This 18K gold crane bird pin weighs 18.77 grams and measures 28 x 48 mm. Its shimmering feathers

Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Coral, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Natural Coral Claw Stick Pin
Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Natural Coral Claw Stick Pin

Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Natural Coral Claw Stick Pin

Located in Great Neck, NY

Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Natural Coral Claw Stick Pin. This gorgeous stick pin

Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Carved Coral Lady Stick Pin
Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Carved Coral Lady Stick Pin

Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Carved Coral Lady Stick Pin

Located in Great Neck, NY

Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Carved Coral Lady Stick Pin. This incredible Victorian

Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Red Coral Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Quetzal Bird Brooch Pin
Diamond Red Coral Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Quetzal Bird Brooch Pin

Diamond Red Coral Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Quetzal Bird Brooch Pin

Located in Miami, FL

Eye with a Round cut Pink Sapphire, bezel set, of 0.07 carats. This sweet vintage pin bird with fine

Category

Vintage 1980s Retro Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold Coral and Jade Rose Floral Pin Brooch
18 Karat Gold Coral and Jade Rose Floral Pin Brooch

18 Karat Gold Coral and Jade Rose Floral Pin Brooch

Located in Wallkill, NY

Stunning delicate rose carved out of coral with Jade leaves. Pin measuring 2.45 in top to bottom

Category

Vintage 1950s Brooches

Materials

Coral, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georg Jensen Amethyst Coral Silver Pin Brooch Clip No.50
Georg Jensen Amethyst Coral Silver Pin Brooch Clip No.50

Georg Jensen Amethyst Coral Silver Pin Brooch Clip No.50

By Georg Jensen

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Fabulous pin created by Georg Jensen in the 1940's. Collectable and wearable, the brooch is a great

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Coral, Sterling Silver

Art Deco 1920s Platinum Coral and Transitional Cut Diamond Jabot Pin
Art Deco 1920s Platinum Coral and Transitional Cut Diamond Jabot Pin

Art Deco 1920s Platinum Coral and Transitional Cut Diamond Jabot Pin

Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB

beautiful, elegant lotus flower. To each end, the jabot pin is set with a marquise shaped coral cabochon

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Platinum

Hutton Wilkinson Coral Enamel Faux Pearl, Rhinestone Gold Filled Brooch /Pin
Hutton Wilkinson Coral Enamel Faux Pearl, Rhinestone Gold Filled Brooch /Pin

Hutton Wilkinson Coral Enamel Faux Pearl, Rhinestone Gold Filled Brooch /Pin

Located in North Miami, FL

This stunning signed and hallmarked Hutton Wilkinson pin and or brooch is a seashell of the

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Brooches

Materials

Coral, Pearl, Enamel, Gold-filled

Carved Orange Coral Emerald Sapphire & Diamond Antique Style Pin Brooch
Carved Orange Coral Emerald Sapphire & Diamond Antique Style Pin Brooch

Carved Orange Coral Emerald Sapphire & Diamond Antique Style Pin Brooch

By Unbranded

Located in Oakton, VA

This Carved Coral, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, and Diamond Antique Style Brooch combines vibrant coral

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Coral 18K Gold Chinese Monk Shou Lao Large Brooch Pin
Vintage Coral 18K Gold Chinese Monk Shou Lao Large Brooch Pin

Vintage Coral 18K Gold Chinese Monk Shou Lao Large Brooch Pin

Located in Miami, FL

. The coral head monk is depicted standing, clutching a staff, symbolizing support and strength. His

Category

Vintage 1960s Retro Brooches

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold

1970S Coral Diamond 18K Gold Large Floral Brooch Pin and Pendant
1970S Coral Diamond 18K Gold Large Floral Brooch Pin and Pendant

1970S Coral Diamond 18K Gold Large Floral Brooch Pin and Pendant

Located in Miami, FL

cabochon light pink coral stones in a soft pink-orange hue, each surrounded by a halo of natural, brilliant

Category

Vintage 1970s American Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique 14k Gold Coral Cameo Pin Brooch, Italy Late 1800s, 7.3cm
Antique 14k Gold Coral Cameo Pin Brooch, Italy Late 1800s, 7.3cm

Antique 14k Gold Coral Cameo Pin Brooch, Italy Late 1800s, 7.3cm

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Vintage 14 karat gold pin brooch with coral cameo featuring a woman's face, Italy late 1800s

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Italian Brooches

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian 10k Yellow Gold 14.3mm Coral Button & Diamond Stick Pin
Antique Victorian 10k Yellow Gold 14.3mm Coral Button & Diamond Stick Pin

Antique Victorian 10k Yellow Gold 14.3mm Coral Button & Diamond Stick Pin

Located in Montclair, NJ

–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Coral - Round Cabochon Button - Rich Salmon Orange Color - 14.3mm

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Victorian Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tremblant Coral and Diamond Brooch Pin Design by Ella Gafter
Tremblant Coral and Diamond Brooch Pin Design by Ella Gafter

Tremblant Coral and Diamond Brooch Pin Design by Ella Gafter

By Ella Gafter

Located in New York, NY

The tremblant coral and diamond brooch features stems and flowers entwined around a coral branch

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Coral, Crystal, White Diamond, Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire...

Coral, Tsavorite, Diamond and Ruby Gecko Gold Vintage Statement Brooch Pin
Coral, Tsavorite, Diamond and Ruby Gecko Gold Vintage Statement Brooch Pin

Coral, Tsavorite, Diamond and Ruby Gecko Gold Vintage Statement Brooch Pin

Located in Montreal, QC

Statement Brooch Pin. Securely Hand set with Coral, 2.50tcw Tsavorite, 0.12tcw Diamond and 0.03tcw Rubies

Category

Late 20th Century Modernist Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Ruby, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

1890s Antique Victorian Diamond and Coral Yellow Gold Snake Pin Brooch
1890s Antique Victorian Diamond and Coral Yellow Gold Snake Pin Brooch

1890s Antique Victorian Diamond and Coral Yellow Gold Snake Pin Brooch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine antique Victorian 0.03 carat diamond and coral, 18 karat yellow gold 'snake' pin brooch

Category

Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1970s 3.50ct Diamond Onyx Coral 18k Yellow and White Gold Pin/Pendant
1970s 3.50ct Diamond Onyx Coral 18k Yellow and White Gold Pin/Pendant

1970s 3.50ct Diamond Onyx Coral 18k Yellow and White Gold Pin/Pendant

Located in New York, NY

A striking 1970s pin/pendant crafted in 18k yellow and white gold, showcasing a bold and

Category

Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Moviani 18k Yellow Gold Carved Grooved Coral & Diamond Teardrop Shape Pin Brooch
Moviani 18k Yellow Gold Carved Grooved Coral & Diamond Teardrop Shape Pin Brooch

Moviani 18k Yellow Gold Carved Grooved Coral & Diamond Teardrop Shape Pin Brooch

Located in Montclair, NJ

Thickness: 12.2mm (0.48") (thickest area - at the coral - not including the pin) Backing: Pin w/ Rotating

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Coral Scarab Beetle Bug Insect Brooch Pin Egyptian Revival Gold
Victorian Coral Scarab Beetle Bug Insect Brooch Pin Egyptian Revival Gold

Victorian Coral Scarab Beetle Bug Insect Brooch Pin Egyptian Revival Gold

Located in New York, NY

This is a rare antique Egyptian Revival Hand Carved Coral Victorian Scarab Beetle Insect Brooch Pin

Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Brooches

Materials

Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Early 20th Century 14-Karat Indonesian Gold and Coral Kerosang Kebaya Pin
Early 20th Century 14-Karat Indonesian Gold and Coral Kerosang Kebaya Pin

Early 20th Century 14-Karat Indonesian Gold and Coral Kerosang Kebaya Pin

Located in Haarlem, NL

' settings around coral 'buttons'. Usually kebaya pins have 3 pins and are more decorated elaborately in

Category

Early 20th Century Indonesian Victorian Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Gold

Vintage Gold Diamond Ruby Inlaid Coral & Black Onyx Moving Clown Pin Brooch
Vintage Gold Diamond Ruby Inlaid Coral & Black Onyx Moving Clown Pin Brooch

Vintage Gold Diamond Ruby Inlaid Coral & Black Onyx Moving Clown Pin Brooch

Located in Montclair, NJ

Color - 0.25ctw (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Coral - Custom Cut - Bezel Set - Orange Color (9) Natural

Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Gold, White Gold

Vintage Trio Diamond Pink Coral 18K Gold Flower Star Large Brooch Pin
Vintage Trio Diamond Pink Coral 18K Gold Flower Star Large Brooch Pin

Vintage Trio Diamond Pink Coral 18K Gold Flower Star Large Brooch Pin

By Trio

Located in Miami, FL

With an exquisite textured design by TRIO, these enchanting vintage pink Carved coral & diamond

Category

Vintage 1970s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

Coral Onyx Diamond Art Deco Style Arrow 14K White Gold Pin Brooch
Coral Onyx Diamond Art Deco Style Arrow 14K White Gold Pin Brooch

Coral Onyx Diamond Art Deco Style Arrow 14K White Gold Pin Brooch

By Unbranded

Located in Oakton, VA

A beautiful brooch made with a rare combination of coral, diamonds, and onyxes. The magnificent

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Circa 1900s 14K Yellow Gold Coral Stick Pin
Circa 1900s 14K Yellow Gold Coral Stick Pin

Circa 1900s 14K Yellow Gold Coral Stick Pin

Located in Hicksville, NY

Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 2.3 grams Pin

Category

Early 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Intricate Floral Carved Pink Coral Oval Brooch Pin
Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Intricate Floral Carved Pink Coral Oval Brooch Pin

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Intricate Floral Carved Pink Coral Oval Brooch Pin

Located in Winter Springs, FL

This vintage brooch showcases a very intricately carved piece of natural pink coral done in a

Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pendant-Pin Exquisite Coral Sculpture with in 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamonds
Pendant-Pin Exquisite Coral Sculpture with in 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamonds

Pendant-Pin Exquisite Coral Sculpture with in 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamonds

By Olivo Micheletto

Located in Milano, Lombardia

and biliary pin at the back for versatile and secure attachment. Stamps: • 10MI • 750 This coral

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Brooches

Materials

Coral, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Carved Coral & Pearls Detailed Flower Bee Pin Brooch
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Carved Coral & Pearls Detailed Flower Bee Pin Brooch

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Carved Coral & Pearls Detailed Flower Bee Pin Brooch

Located in Montclair, NJ

--Stone(s):-- (4) Natural Genuine Corals - Multi Shapes Including Flower & Bee Shape - Soft Angel

Category

20th Century Italian Brooches

Materials

Coral, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Coral Cameo Enamel Brooch Pin 14 Karat Gold Maiden Flower
Art Nouveau Coral Cameo Enamel Brooch Pin 14 Karat Gold Maiden Flower

Art Nouveau Coral Cameo Enamel Brooch Pin 14 Karat Gold Maiden Flower

Located in New York, NY

Indulge in an absolutely stunning antique Art Nouveau - Belle Epoque Coral Cameo Brooch Bar Pin

Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

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Coral Pins For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of coral pins available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Our selection of items includes 244 vintage examples as well as 30 contemporary versions. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 19th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of coral pins made by Victorian jewelers — as well as those associated with Modern — are very popular. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels and Ella Gafter are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but Coral versions, from our inventory of 182, are particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for round cut coral pins and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cabochon and mixed cut alternatives. Most of our coral pins for sale are for women, but there are 92 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Coral Pins?

Prices for coral pins can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $85 and can go as high as $112,000, while coral pins, on average, fetch $2,875.

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.