Vintage 1970s David Webb Cabochon Ruby and Emerald Earrings with Diamonds
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Signed by David Webb Circa 1970s 1 x 3/4 inch
Vintage 1970s Lever-Back Earrings
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s David Webb Cabochon Ruby and Emerald Earrings with Diamonds
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Signed by David Webb Circa 1970s 1 x 3/4 inch
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
$191,120Sale Price / set|20% Off
DAVID WEBB Panther Clips-On Earrings In Platinum With Diamonds & Emeralds
By David Webb
Located in Miami, FL
Panthers clips-on earrings designed by David Webb (1925-1975). A fabulous pair of clip-on earrings created in New York City at the atelier of David Webb, circa 1977.
Diamond, Emerald, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, 18k Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Hammered Platinum Emerald Bead and Diamond Earclips
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Artist: David Webb Inc. (American, est. 1948) DESIGNER: David Webb MATERIAL: Gold, platinum, emerald, diamond DIMENSIONS: 0.59 in. (1.5 cm.)
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18k David Webb Diamond Cabochon Emerald Ruby Hammered Cocktail Ring 7.75
By David Webb
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A name that’s speaks for itself. This original David Webb ring has been done in 18K yellow gold and finished with a hammered texture.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
$70,400Sale Price|20% Off
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold 6.86 Carat Emerald and Diamond Ring
By David Webb
Located in Chicago, IL
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold 6.86 Carat Emerald and Diamond Ring An exquisite estate ring by David Webb, crafted in platinum and 18K yellow gold, showcasing a magnificent 6...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Maltese Diamond And Emerald Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the timeless allure of this David Webb 18K Yellow Gold, Platinum, Diamond, and Emerald Brooch, a magnificent piece that exudes elegance and sophistication.
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Ruby, Green Emerald Serpent Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This is a beautiful David Webb Yellow Gold Cabochon Ruby, Green Emerald Serpent Ring made in 18k yellow gold.
Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Pagoda Tassel Emerald And Turquoise Diamond Drop Dangling Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Estate David Webb tassel earrings from the iconic Pagoda collection.
Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb 18k Yellow Gold Amethyst and Cabochon Green Emeralds Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Impressive vintage gold clip earrings by David Webb mounted with cabochon amethysts, emeralds, and pave round cut diamonds.
Amethyst, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Bombe Style Highly Decorated Diamond, Sapphire and Emerald Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb diamond, emerald and sapphire earrings of a bombe design.
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Diamond, Ruby, Green Emerald Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A stunning and rich look, these bold statement earrings by David Webb are of hand hammered 18K gold set with simply framed cabochon rubies and emeralds, then highlighted with diamond...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1960s David Webb Sugarloaf Cut Green Emerald and Diamond Vintage Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
The David Webb 18k yellow gold ring from the 1960s with a genuine green emerald of a sugarloaf cut and round cut diamonds in platinum carriage is definitely a unique and luxurious it...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Platinum and 18k Yellow Gold Amethyst, Diamond and Emerald Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Impressive vintage gold clip earrings by David Webb mounted with cabochon amethysts, emeralds, and pave round cut diamonds.
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb Platinum Diamond And Emerald Panther Pin Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Designed as a crouching panther, entirely pave-set with round brilliant-cut diamonds, with pear-shaped emerald eyes and marquise diamond collar, mounted in platinum, with 18K yellow ...
Diamond, Platinum
David Webb 18 Karat Yellow Gold White Coral Sapphire Ruby, Emerald Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Presented here a pair of American 18 karat gold earrings with sapphires, rubies, and emeralds by David Webb. The earrings have 12 cabochon gems with an approximate total weight of 2....
Coral, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Emerald, Sapphire, Ruby And Diamond Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
The intricate openwork design showcases David Webb's unparalleled expertise, allowing light to dance through the piece.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Carved Emerald, Ruby And Diamond Cocktail Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Behold the resplendent elegance of an Estate David Webb Cocktail Ring, a true testament to the artistry and craftsmanship that define the brand.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$23,560Sale Price|20% Off
David Webb Coral, Emerald, Diamond, Onyx, Gold Ring Size 7
By David Webb
Located in Dallas, TX
David Webb Coral, Emerald, Diamond, Onyx, Gold Ring Size 7 - Geometric design, centering a coral cabochon, the corners set with emerald cabochons, accented by round diamonds and bla...
David Webb Gemstone and Diamond Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Gemstone and Diamond Earrings This pair of earrings has 2 cabochon rubies (2.5 carats total carat weight) and 2 cabochon emeralds (3 carats total carat weight) bezel set i...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
David Webb Panther Brooch in Yellow Gold with Enamel, Diamonds and Emeralds
By David Webb
Located in Roma, RM
The softly sculpted gold surface enhances the sense of volume and movement, a hallmark of David Webb’s animal jewels from this era. The eyes are set with vivid emeralds, lending exp...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel
David Webb Diamond 17.91ct Large Colombian Cabochon Emerald Yellow Gold Ring AGL
By David Webb
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Large Colombian Cabochon Emerald And Diamond Cocktail Ring by David Webb. With 1 Natural Oval Shape Cabochon Emerald 18.3 x 12.8 x 10.51mm total weight approx. 17.91c...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold
1960s David Webb Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Earrings/Brooch Pair, 18k
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A 1960s David Webb Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Earrings/Brooch Pair made in 18k Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
David Webb White Enamel Ram Animal Bangle with Rubies and Emeralds Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
DAVID WEBB IMPORTANT VINTAGE RAM'S HEAD BRACELET This is a wonderful, rare and elegant bracelet, with a flexible white enameled body, and dramatic cabochon rubies, emerald and sapph...
Emerald, Ruby, Enamel
$176,000Sale Price|20% Off
David Webb Platinum & 18K Gold Emerald Ruby Diamond Necklace and Earclips Suite
By David Webb
Located in Chicago, IL
An exceptional and fully authentic parure by David Webb, showcasing the bold geometry and sculptural strength that define the maison’s most iconic creations.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb 18k Yellow Gold Raja Tears Green Emeralds, Rubies, Diamond Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the stunning and exceptionally gemmy David Webb Raja Tears bracelet, a true masterpiece of design and craftsmanship.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold
David Webb White Enamel Wave with Rubies, Emeralds and Sapphires Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Sexy sophistication was the scaffolding for the design of the Manhattan Minimalism Collection. Particularly this fabulous Wave ring made of white enamel on 18K gold and platinum feat...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
David Webb 18k Yellow Gold 1970s Ruby, Diamond and Emerald Cocktail Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold 1970's Ruby, Diamond and Emerald Cocktail Ring.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Lion With A Green Emerald Eye Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite brooch is a testament to David Webb's iconic style and meticulous craftsmanship.
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb White Enamel Tiger Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Designed by David Webb in 1965, this 18K gold and white enamel tiger brooch is set with diamonds and emeralds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Heraldic Green Emerald Ruby and Diamond Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
There is no set rule on how to wear a brooch, nevertheless when styled right it will add a magic touch and make you stand out even amongst the most fashionable crowd. A sublime Davi...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Green Emerald And Diamond Heraldic Inspired Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A striking embodiment of regal elegance, this **David Webb heraldic-inspired brooch** is a true collector’s treasure.
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Dome Green Emerald and Diamond Vintage Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with our David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Green Emerald And Diamond Textured Ring.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Platinum & Gold Snake Green Emerald Ruby Diamond Clip on Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb was a master jewelry designer, known for his bold and unique designs that often featured natural motifs.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb Platinum, 18K Yellow Gold Turquoise Emerald And Diamond Clip Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Step into a world of vibrant opulence with these magnificent David Webb 18k yellow gold clip earrings. Exuding the brand's signature boldness and artistry, these earrings are a tru...
Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Cabochon Emerald, Ruby And Diamond Openwork Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Multigem Openwork Brooch, a true testament to the designer's artistry.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Platinum and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond and Green Emerald Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
These beautiful earrings are crafted by David Webb and are truly special. We love the smooth cabochon finished green emeralds spaced with just a touch of round diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb 18K White Gold Ruby, Emerald and Sapphire Door Knockers Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
The David Webb "door knocker" earrings are a breathtaking masterpiece that beautifully showcases the designer's iconic style and attention to detail.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Green Emerald and Diamond Flower Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Very rare this green emerald and diamond flower brooch was made by David Webb.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$8,500 / set
David Webb Trio of Gemstone Rings
By David Webb
Located in Darnestown, MD
Versatile group of three solitaire rings by David Webb that can be worn singly or combined. One has a ruby; one an emerald and one a sapphire.
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
David Webb Black Enamel Ruby Emerald Sapphire Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By David Webb
Located in beverly hills, CA
This remarkable ring is sized at 8.5. CREATOR David Webb DATE OF MANUFACTURE late 1900s STONE Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, Diamond STONE CUT Cabochon and Round Brilliant INVENTORY N...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
$38,940Sale Price|20% Off
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold 2.13 Carat Emerald Cut Turban Diamond Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Wear it as a statement ring or as an engagement ring, whatever you think it is best for we approve. This is a ring that feature an important center diamond, yet it is not in your typ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Green Emerald Cabochon, Ruby and Diamond Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This is a spectacular and exciting David Webb 18K Yellow Gold gemstone bracelet with diamonds.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18k Yellow Gold Black Enamel Diamond Sapphire Emerald Ruby Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
These David Webb earrings are a stunning example of the brand's exquisite craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Clip Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
"Crafted in 18K gold and platinum; set with round brilliant-cut diamonds, weighing a total of approximately 1.90 carats, most with F-G color and VS clarity; oval cabochon rubies, mea...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1960s David Webb Coral Lion Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Signed by David Webb Circa 1960s Size 6 inches
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel
DAVID WEBB South-Seas Pearl Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds & Emeralds
By David Webb
Located in Miami, FL
A south-seas pearl cocktail ring designed by David Webb (1925-1975). An outstanding cocktail ring created in New York City at the atelier of David Webb, circa 1975.
Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Gold, Yellow Go...
David Webb Platinum &18k Gold Black Striped Tiger with Emerald Ruby Pearl Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Designed as a tiger, the body decorated with textured gold fur, enhanced with black enamel stripes, with circular-cut diamonds, emerald eyes, cabochon ruby atop of the head. Tiger is...
Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
$64,000Sale Price|20% Off
David Webb Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Ring in 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum
By David Webb
Located in Chicago, IL
An iconic and substantial ring by David Webb, showcasing the bold sculptural language and rich gemstone combinations for which the house is renowned.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb 18 Karat Yellow Gold, Platinum, Cabochon Emerald, Diamond Bombe Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A deep hue green emerald cabochon set in an oval halo of round brilliant white diamonds is the focal point of this bombé cocktail ring, which features quilt-like crosshatching made o...
Diamond, Emerald, Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb 18K YG Cocktail Ring 0.9ct Round F-VS Diamond 0.75ct Emerald Size 4.7
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Designer: DAVID WEBB Video: Video Link Detailed Description: Elevate your elegance with this vintage David Webb cocktail ring, crafted from 18 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb 18K YG Clip On Earrings with 0.72 Ct Round Diamonds 0.5 Ct Emerald
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Designer: DAVID WEBB Video: Video Link Detailed Description: Step into a world where elegance meets artistry, where these vintage and estate clip-on earrings become the statement of ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
David Webb 5.01 Carat Emerald Cut GIA F VS1 Platinum Three-Stone Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Birnbach is proud to present this signed David Webb Platinum Three-Stone Ring, featuring a stunning center 5.01 carat emerald cut diamond.
Diamond, Platinum
David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold 1960's Green Emerald, Rubies, And Diamonds
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
The David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold 1960's Green Emerald, Rubies, and Diamonds Pendant Brooch is a stunning piece of jewelry that showcases the exceptional craftsmanship and de...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
David Webb Fancy Emerald Earrings Vintage 18k Gold Day or Night Clip on Earring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Statement Large Emerald Earring Clips Vintage approx circa 1980's Cabochons and Pear Shape Emeralds approx 30 to 35 carats Upper stones are 11x9mm lower stones are 20x43 ...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$22,687 / set
David Webb Cuff Links and Stud Dress Set
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Ram Head Blue Enamel, Green Emeralds Cuff Links And Stud Dress Set
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Ruby and Diamond Lion Bangle Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
The lion head is set with round cut diamonds and pear shape emeralds as the eyes. Measurements: approximately 7" long Signed David Webb and numbered Accompanied with a copy of a...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage David Webb Earrings Emerald Diamond 18k Gold Day and Night Cross River
By David Webb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The earrings are stamped with David Webb maker's mark and hallmarks for platinum and 18 karat gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold
David Webb Black Enamel 18 Karat Gold Emerald Eyes Tiger Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Enameled Gold Diamond and Emerald Black Panther Brooch Spectacularly made by David Webb in a classy combination of yellow and white gold, this remarkable brooch is a sple...
David Webb White Enamel 18K Lion Head Cufflinks with Cabochon Emerald Eye
By David Webb
Located in Greenwich, CT
These stunning David Webb cufflinks are lion enamel heads on 18k bumpy matte gold, creating texture and contrast from the bright white enamel face and end cap.
18k Gold
David Webb Celtic Crescent Convertible Necklace / Brooch i
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Celtic Crescent Convertible Necklace / Brooch in 18k yellow gold and platinum, encrusted with diamonds, rubies, sapphires and emeralds.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
“Women are tired of jewelry-looking jewelry,” celebrated American designer David Webb once noted. In response, he created a menagerie of whimsical animals rendered as rings, brooches, earrings and, especially, bangle bracelets. This playfulness permeates all Webb’s work, which is characterized by brightly hued enamel and color-saturated semiprecious stones like coral, azurmalachite and turquoise, the notable exception being the clear, elegant rock crystal for which he had an affinity.
The North Carolina native apprenticed with his uncle, a silversmith, before moving to New York, where he established David Webb Inc. in 1948. He had no formal training in jewelry design. Instead, he culled inspiration from the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia, Egypt and the Americas, as well as the traditions of India and China — influences discernible in such pieces as his collar necklaces and talisman-like sautoirs.
Webb’s first animal bracelet was produced in 1957. His most famous, the zebra, took shape in 1963; its stripes now form the company’s logo. Although Webb died in 1975, his company continues to produce designs drawn from his extensive archives, and every piece is still made in the workshop above its Madison Avenue store.
Find an alluring collection of David Webb jewelry on 1stDibs, including earrings, brooches and other accessories.
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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No one liked emeralds and emerald jewelry more than Elizabeth Taylor (or her alter ego, Cleopatra). Emeralds were first discovered in Egypt around 330 BC. The stone’s name originated from the ancient Greek word for green, “smaragdus.” According to the Gemological Institute of America, “Emeralds from what is now Colombia were part of the plunder when 16th-century Spanish explorers invaded the New World. The Incas had already been using emeralds in their jewelry and religious ceremonies for 500 years. The Spaniards, who treasured gold and silver far more than gems, traded emeralds for precious metals. Their trades opened the eyes of European and Asian royalty to emerald’s majesty.”
There are numerous myths attributed to the emerald’s spiritual powers, like placing an emerald under your tongue will allow you to see the future. But be careful not to swallow the birthstone for May, or that future won’t be so bright!
There are many important (read: large) emeralds in museum collections around the world. The Patricia Emerald, named after the miner’s daughter, is a 632-carat dihexagonal (or 12-sided) crystal that was discovered in Colombia in 1920 and now resides at the American Museum of Natural History in New York. The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History in Washington has in its possession the Hooker Emerald, a 75.47-carat Colombian stone. That emerald had been acquired in the 16th or 17th century by Spanish conquistadores and shipped to Europe. It later belonged to Abdul Hamid II, Sultan of the Ottoman Empire (1876–1909), who wore it on his belt buckle. Purchased at auction by Tiffany & Co. in 1911, the Hooker Emerald was set into a tiara and featured in the New York World’s Fair “House of Jewels” exhibit in 1940. Today, it is part of a brooch, also designed by the jewelry house.
On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage emerald jewelry and watches that includes emerald rings, emerald necklaces and other accessories.
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