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David Webb Gold Hoop Earrings
David Webb Gold Hoop Earrings

David Webb Gold Hoop Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

18K Y/gold double hoop style earclips with post, stamps WEBB 18K measures 1 1/2 x 1 1/8 inches

Category

20th Century American More Earrings

Materials

Gold

David Webb Cabochon Sapphire & Emerald Bracelet
David Webb Cabochon Sapphire & Emerald Bracelet

David Webb Cabochon Sapphire & Emerald Bracelet

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

David Webb Cabochon Sapphire & Emerald Bracelet This beautiful bracelet is made of platinum

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Bracelets

Materials

Emerald, Sapphire, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

David Webb Enamel Geodesic Dome Ring
David Webb Enamel Geodesic Dome Ring

David Webb Enamel Geodesic Dome Ring

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold as well as white and blue enamel. Signed by David Webb Size 6

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel

David Webb Enamel Geodesic Dome Ring
David Webb Enamel Geodesic Dome Ring

David Webb Enamel Geodesic Dome Ring

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold as well as white and blue enamel. Signed by David Webb Size 6

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel

David Webb Diamond Leaf Earrings
David Webb Diamond Leaf Earrings

David Webb Diamond Leaf Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Dating from the 1970s, these diamond, platinum and 18K gold earrings are by David Webb, New York

Category

Mid-20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

David Webb South Sea Pearl Bracelet
David Webb South Sea Pearl Bracelet

David Webb South Sea Pearl Bracelet

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

A creation of the David Webb salon from the 1970s, this cuff bracelet is composed of 18K gold

Category

Mid-20th Century American Bangles

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

David Webb Jade & Diamond Earrings
David Webb Jade & Diamond Earrings

David Webb Jade & Diamond Earrings

By David Webb

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

These exceptional earrings originate from the illustrious American jewelry house of David Webb

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

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

David Webb Emerald and Diamond Earrings
David Webb Emerald and Diamond Earrings

David Webb Emerald and Diamond Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

David Webb Emerald and Diamond Earrings These David Webb drop earrings showcase a circular motif

Category

20th Century American Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

David Webb Emerald & Diamond Pendent Earrings
David Webb Emerald & Diamond Pendent Earrings

David Webb Emerald & Diamond Pendent Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

David Webb Emerald & Diamond Pendent Earrings A breathtaking pair of David Webb 2 in 1

Category

20th Century American Retro Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

David Webb Diamond & 18K Gold Ring
David Webb Diamond & 18K Gold Ring

David Webb Diamond & 18K Gold Ring

By David Webb

Located in San Francisco, CA

Bold David Webb stunner! This 18k gold, heavy, hammered ring is flush set with a sparkling round

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb, 18K Gold Diamond Flower Brooch
David Webb, 18K Gold Diamond Flower Brooch

David Webb, 18K Gold Diamond Flower Brooch

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

jewelry art. Brand: David Webb Metal: 18K & PT Diamonds: Center stone approximately 2.3ct, other diamonds

Category

Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

David Webb 18K Gold Amethyst Cabochon Cufflinks
David Webb 18K Gold Amethyst Cabochon Cufflinks

David Webb 18K Gold Amethyst Cabochon Cufflinks

By David Webb

Located in Flushing, NY

David Webb 18K Gold Amethyst Cabochon Cufflinks Marked: WEBB 18K Approximate Dimensions: 2.7 cm

Category

20th Century Cufflinks

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold

David Webb 18K Gold Ruby Pig Cufflinks
David Webb 18K Gold Ruby Pig Cufflinks

David Webb 18K Gold Ruby Pig Cufflinks

By David Webb

Located in Flushing, NY

David Webb 18K Gold Ruby Pig Cufflinks Marked: WEBB 18K Approximate Dimensions: 2.2 cm (Length

Category

20th Century Cufflinks

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

David Webb Rock Crystal Crouching Lion Brooch
David Webb Rock Crystal Crouching Lion Brooch

David Webb Rock Crystal Crouching Lion Brooch

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

touch to any ensemble. Item #: BO-20638 Artist: David Webb, New York Country: United States Circa: 1971

Category

Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

Vintage 1960s David Webb Black Enamel Cufflinks
Vintage 1960s David Webb Black Enamel Cufflinks

Vintage 1960s David Webb Black Enamel Cufflinks

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted with black enamel over 18k yellow gold. Signed by David Webb Circa 1960s 11/16 x 5/8

Category

Vintage 1960s Cufflinks

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel

Vintage 1960s David Webb Three Zero Brooch
Vintage 1960s David Webb Three Zero Brooch

Vintage 1960s David Webb Three Zero Brooch

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 18k hammered yellow gold. Signed by David Webb Crica 1960s 1 3/4 x 1 1/8 inches

Category

Vintage 1960s Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

David Webb Carved Jade & Diamond Disc Brooch
David Webb Carved Jade & Diamond Disc Brooch

David Webb Carved Jade & Diamond Disc Brooch

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

David Webb Carved Jade & Diamond Disc Brooch An artistic marvel by David Webb, this striking

Category

20th Century American Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold

David Webb Coral, Diamond & Emerald Ring
David Webb Coral, Diamond & Emerald Ring

David Webb Coral, Diamond & Emerald Ring

By David Webb

Located in San Francisco, CA

From the creative mind of David Webb comes this stunning coral ring highlighted with emerald and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Vintage David Webb Coral and Emerald Brooch
Vintage David Webb Coral and Emerald Brooch

Vintage David Webb Coral and Emerald Brooch

By David Webb

Located in Derby, NY

This estate David Webb brooch is the perfect addition to any jewelry collection. The main stone on

Category

Late 20th Century Modern Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1960s David Webb Diamond Ribbon Brooch
Vintage 1960s David Webb Diamond Ribbon Brooch

Vintage 1960s David Webb Diamond Ribbon Brooch

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

of approximately 12.00 carats. Signed by David Webb Circa 1960s 2 x 2 inches

Category

Vintage 1960s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

David Webb Hammered Spiral Design Gold Cufflinks
David Webb Hammered Spiral Design Gold Cufflinks

David Webb Hammered Spiral Design Gold Cufflinks

By David Webb

Located in Miami Beach, FL

Impressive hammered spiral cufflinks by David Webb. Measuring 1.04" x .90". Marked Webb 18k

Category

Late 20th Century American Cufflinks

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

David Webb Carved Jade and Ruby Cufflinks
David Webb Carved Jade and Ruby Cufflinks

David Webb Carved Jade and Ruby Cufflinks

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

David Webb Jade & Ruby Cufflinks Carved jade set with a ruby in the center. Measurements: 1" long

Category

Vintage 1980s American Cufflinks

Materials

Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold

David Webb 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet
David Webb 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet

David Webb 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet

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David Webb 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet

By David Webb

Located in Chicago, IL

This authentic David Webb 18 carats yellow gold bracelet Bracelet 15mm wide. Inner circumstances

Category

2010s British Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Diamond Platinum Brooch Floral Design
David Webb Diamond Platinum Brooch Floral Design

David Webb Diamond Platinum Brooch Floral Design

By David Webb

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This vintage David Webb brooch is a refined example of the designer’s work in platinum and diamonds

Category

Vintage 1970s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

David Webb Oval Hoop Earrings
David Webb Oval Hoop Earrings

David Webb Oval Hoop Earrings

By David Webb

Located in Darnestown, MD

David Webb oval hoop earrings made of small strokes of gold. They look as though they were made

Category

Vintage 1960s American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

David Webb Emerald and Diamond Ring
David Webb Emerald and Diamond Ring

David Webb Emerald and Diamond Ring

By David Webb

Located in Bethesda, MD

From David Webb, a beautiful emerald ring with diamonds and black enamel. The ring does have a U

Category

Vintage 1980s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

David Webb Gold and Diamonds Ring
David Webb Gold and Diamonds Ring

David Webb Gold and Diamonds Ring

By David Webb

Located in Darnestown, MD

David Webb 18 karat gold ring with 12 diamonds set in platinum. Hammered surfaces on top and sides

Category

Vintage 1970s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Exquisite David Webb Gold Diamond Flower Brooch
Exquisite David Webb Gold Diamond Flower Brooch

Exquisite David Webb Gold Diamond Flower Brooch

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Beautiful 18k gold flower brooch by David Webb, set with approx. 9 carat H/VS-Si diamonds. Brooch

Category

20th Century American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

David Webb Hammered Gold Doorknocker Earrings
David Webb Hammered Gold Doorknocker Earrings

David Webb Hammered Gold Doorknocker Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Pair of 18k hammered gold doorknocker earrings by David Webb. Earrings measure 1 5/8" x 1

Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Green Enamel Frog Pin Brooch
David Webb Green Enamel Frog Pin Brooch

David Webb Green Enamel Frog Pin Brooch

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

As the company says: "Frogs are lucky," was just one of David Webb's many quips. This dear frog was

Category

20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

Enamel

David Webb "VIRGO"  Diamond & Gold Brooch/Pendant
David Webb "VIRGO"  Diamond & Gold Brooch/Pendant

David Webb "VIRGO" Diamond & Gold Brooch/Pendant

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

David Webb diamond 18k Yellow & White Gold "VIRGO" Brooch / Pendant. The brooch / pendant

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

David Webb Kingdom Giraffe Diamond Enamel Brooch
David Webb Kingdom Giraffe Diamond Enamel Brooch

David Webb Kingdom Giraffe Diamond Enamel Brooch

By David Webb

Located in Bethesda, MD

From David Webb's Kingdom Collection, his iconic Giraffe brooch. Fashioned in 18 karat gold and

Category

Vintage 1980s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

David Webb Trio of Gemstone Rings
David Webb Trio of Gemstone Rings

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

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

David Webb 18K Gold Blue & Red Enamel Cufflinks
David Webb 18K Gold Blue & Red Enamel Cufflinks

David Webb 18K Gold Blue & Red Enamel Cufflinks

By David Webb

Located in Flushing, NY

David Webb 18K Gold Blue & Red Enamel Cufflinks Marked: WEBB 18K Approximate Dimensions: 2.2

Category

20th Century Cufflinks

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

David Webb Diamond Gold Hoop Earrings
David Webb Diamond Gold Hoop Earrings

David Webb Diamond Gold Hoop Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

18kt Yellow gold Diamond Hoop angled shape clip earring, David Webb. The Hoops contain 6 round

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Enamel and Diamond Earrings
David Webb Enamel and Diamond Earrings

David Webb Enamel and Diamond Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

David Webb Enamel and Diamond Earrings Approximate Length: 1" Signed: Webb Back Type: Clip-on

Category

20th Century American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Enamel, 18k Gold, Platinum

David Webb Ancient World Collar Necklace
David Webb Ancient World Collar Necklace

David Webb Ancient World Collar Necklace

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Accent Links of Hammered Gold. Collection - Ancient World Circa - 1990's Signed - Webb

Category

1990s Choker Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb Enameled Lions Head Earrings
David Webb Enameled Lions Head Earrings

David Webb Enameled Lions Head Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

David Webb Enameled Lions Head Earrings Yellow gold lion head earrings crafted with white enamel

Category

20th Century American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Enamel

David Webb Carved Crystal, Diamond Earrings
David Webb Carved Crystal, Diamond Earrings

David Webb Carved Crystal, Diamond Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

DAVID WEBB Carved Crystal, Diamond Earrings. A pair of 18k white gold and platinum ear clips, set

Category

Early 2000s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

David Webb, 18K Gold Enamel Diamond Bangle
David Webb, 18K Gold Enamel Diamond Bangle

David Webb, 18K Gold Enamel Diamond Bangle

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

This David Webb diamond bangle embodies the house’s bold American modernism. Architectural black

Category

20th Century Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

David Webb, 18K Gold Enamel Diamond Ring
David Webb, 18K Gold Enamel Diamond Ring

David Webb, 18K Gold Enamel Diamond Ring

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

This David Webb diamond ring reflects the house’s iconic 1960s–70s American boldness, celebrated

Category

Late 20th Century Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

David Webb, 18K Gold Coral Diamond Ring
David Webb, 18K Gold Coral Diamond Ring

David Webb, 18K Gold Coral Diamond Ring

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

A signature David Webb creation, this carved coral ring showcases the house’s bold mid-century

Category

Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

David Webb Platinum Convertible Diamond Flower Brooch
David Webb Platinum Convertible Diamond Flower Brooch

David Webb Platinum Convertible Diamond Flower Brooch

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

inches; flower stem can be removed; weight 29.55 g. Signed: WEBB; Stamped: PLAT

Category

20th Century American Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Vintage 1950s David Webb Gold Earrings
Vintage 1950s David Webb Gold Earrings

Vintage 1950s David Webb Gold Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold. Signed by David Webb Circa 1950s 1 1/4 x 7/8 inch

Category

Vintage 1950s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

David Webb Carved Emerald and Diamond Ring
David Webb Carved Emerald and Diamond Ring

David Webb Carved Emerald and Diamond Ring

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

David Webb Carved Emerald and Diamond Ring A large rectangular carved emerald set in a gold bezel

Category

20th Century American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

David Webb Large Fluted Diamond Earrings
David Webb Large Fluted Diamond Earrings

David Webb Large Fluted Diamond Earrings

By David Webb

Located in Bethesda, MD

From David Webb, a pair of fluted gold and diamond earrings. Meticulously designed to lay

Category

Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

100 Carat David Webb Diamond Sapphire Bracelet
100 Carat David Webb Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

100 Carat David Webb Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

By David Webb

Located in Chicago, IL

A spectacular David Webb cuff bracelet, showcasing the house’s unmistakable mastery of bold design

Category

Vintage 1950s American Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

David Webb Coral Emerald Diamond Ring 18K
David Webb Coral Emerald Diamond Ring 18K

David Webb Coral Emerald Diamond Ring 18K

By David Webb

Located in Chicago, IL

A bold and unmistakable creation by David Webb, this striking ring exemplifies the house’s iconic

Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

David Webb White Enamel and Diamond Necklace
David Webb White Enamel and Diamond Necklace

David Webb White Enamel and Diamond Necklace

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

David Webb White Enamel and Diamond Necklace A yellow gold link necklace set with five white

Category

20th Century American Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

David Webb 16.4 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring
David Webb 16.4 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring

David Webb 16.4 Carat Diamond Cocktail Ring

By David Webb

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

House of David Webb. Masterfully crafted in platinum and 18-karat yellow gold, this striking ring

Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Platinum

David Webb 18K Gold Diamonds Textured Bracelet
David Webb 18K Gold Diamonds Textured Bracelet

David Webb 18K Gold Diamonds Textured Bracelet

By David Webb

Located in Flushing, NY

David Webb 18K Gold Diamonds Textured Bracelet Marked: WEBB. 18K Approximate Dimensions: 17.5 cm

Category

20th Century Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 1960s David Webb Crystal Earrings
Vintage 1960s David Webb Crystal Earrings

Vintage 1960s David Webb Crystal Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with cross-hatched Rock Crystals. Signed by David Webb Circa

Category

Vintage 1960s Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

David Webb 18K Gold Green & Blue Enamel Cufflinks
David Webb 18K Gold Green & Blue Enamel Cufflinks

David Webb 18K Gold Green & Blue Enamel Cufflinks

By David Webb

Located in Flushing, NY

David Webb 18K Gold Green & Blue Enamel Cufflinks Marked: WEBB 18K Approximate Dimensions: 2.2 cm

Category

20th Century Cufflinks

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Vintage 1960s David Webb Gold Maltese Cross Brooch
Vintage 1960s David Webb Gold Maltese Cross Brooch

Vintage 1960s David Webb Gold Maltese Cross Brooch

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold. Signed by David Webb Circa 1960s 3 1/8 inches diameter

Category

Vintage 1960s Brooches

Materials

18k Gold

David Webb, 18K Gold Turquoise Earrings
David Webb, 18K Gold Turquoise Earrings

David Webb, 18K Gold Turquoise Earrings

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

These earrings from David Webb feature a stunning combination of white enamel and turquoise

Category

Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold

David Webb Hammered Gold Station Chocker Necklace
David Webb Hammered Gold Station Chocker Necklace

David Webb Hammered Gold Station Chocker Necklace

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold. Signed by David Webb 13 inches long

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Unique David Webb Vintage Gold Maltese Crosee Brooch
Unique David Webb Vintage Gold Maltese Crosee Brooch

Unique David Webb Vintage Gold Maltese Crosee Brooch

By David Webb

Located in New York, NY

This pin, signed by renowned jeweler David Webb, showcases the iconic Maltese cross design. Crafted

Category

Vintage 1980s North American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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You are likely to find exactly the david webb jewellery you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Platinum. Find an antique version now, or shop for 3091 vintage or 334 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for a david webb jewellery from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. A david webb jewellery can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 1274, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cabochon and mixed cut alternatives. Finding a david webb jewellery for sale for women should be easy, but there are 837 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

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“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.

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.