Antique French Ch. Fontana & Cie Diamond Tiara Necklace Silver Upon Gold, c 1880
Located in London, GB
An antique, French, diamond fringe tiara necklace, by Ch. Fontana & Cie, with the front section comprising a fringe of graduating pendants, linked at the top with rose-cut diamon...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
A turn of the 20th century diamond-set fringe tiara
Located in London, GB
A turn of the 20th century diamond-set fringe tiara, the base consisting of interlocking openwork geometric scroll sections set with small old-cut diamonds estimated to weigh 3¼ cara...
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Diamond Fringe Tiara/Necklace
Located in London, GB
An antique diamond tiara / necklace, set with old-cut and rose-cut diamonds, with a row of alternating old-cut diamonds, in rub over settings and old-cut diamonds in grain set chevro...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Antique Diamond Silver and Gold Fringe Tiara Necklace, Circa 1880
Located in London, GB
An antique diamond necklace, with a graduating fringe, set with old-cut diamonds, in claw settings, in the top row, rose-cut diamonds, in lozenge shaped settings in the centre row, o...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
A turn of 20th century diamond fringe tiara/necklace
Located in London, GB
A turn of 20th century diamond fringe tiara/necklace, graduating from the centre formed by thirteen knife-edge bars, the central bar set at the top with an old cut-diamond estimated ...
Yellow Gold, Platinum
Late Victorian Diamond-Set Tiara
Located in London, GB
This magnificent piece comes with a pair of matching earrings, which have wonderful sparkle and grace. As with most tiaras of this era, the piece can be removed from its gold frame a...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Victorian Antique Diamond Floral Fringe Tiara Necklace Circa 1890s
Located in London, GB
A stunning antique diamond tiara convertible to a necklace, c.1880s, the tiara designed as a relatively compact fringe which almost gives the impression of a bandeau style tiara, it ...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Diamond and Pearl Fringe Tiara, circa 1890
By Hancocks
Located in London, GB
A beautiful Victorian diamond and pearl tiara c.1890, designed as a graduated fringe of knife-edge spires set with old cut diamonds and topped with natural cream round pearls, the d...
Gold
Vintage A. Tillander Diamond Platinum Tiara
Located in London, GB
An A. Tillander diamond platinum tiara, circa 1910. This exceptional diamond tiara by A. Tillander is beautifully handcrafted in platinum. The tiara is composed of intertwining, sc...
Diamond, Platinum
$1,800Sale Price|20% Off
Royal Natural white topaz sterling silver tiara head accessory wedding band
Located in Delhi, DL
For the queen in you! This royal tiara is a symbol of beauty and self-love. It is made up of Natural white topaz in sterling silver. Gemstone type- White topaz Gemstone origin- Nat...
Topaz, Sterling Silver
$35,000
H 2.76 in W 3.55 in D 2.76 in
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Haircomb Necklace, ca. 1880s A very unusual and stunning Victorian crown, set with fiery opal cabochons and old-mine cut diamonds, from the 1880s. T...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver
Certified Natural diamonds Pearls sterling silver tiara head accessory band
Located in Delhi, DL
This Vintage tiara is a symbol of beauty and self-love. It is handmade with Natural rose cut diamonds and Pearls in sterling silver. Diamond- Rose cut diamonds Diamond color- White ...
Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver
An early 20th century diamond-set tiara by Skinner & Co
Located in London, GB
An early 20th century diamond-set tiara/necklace by Skinner & Co, the five principal old-cut diamonds estimated to weigh a combined total of 2 carats, each rub over millegrain-set to...
Diamond, Platinum
Crystal Zirconia 2-tiered Tiara Crown Leaves Design Unique Statement Headband
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Luxurious 2-tier Semicircular Radiant Shimmering Crystal Tiara Crown Head Ornament. Intricately Hand-crafted and Hand set with an array of Sparkling Crystal Zirconi...
Crystal
Crystal Zirconia Tiara Crown Marquise Design Statement Headband
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Luxurious Semicircular Radiant Shimmering Crystal Tiara Crown Head Ornament. Intricately Hand-crafted and Hand set with an array of Sparkling Crystal Zirconia. Wow!...
Crystal
$1,500Sale Price|20% Off
Certified Natural diamonds topaz sterling silver tiara head accessory band
Located in Delhi, DL
For the queen in you! This royal tiara is a symbol of beauty and self-love. It is handmade with Natural rose cut diamonds and white topaz in sterling silver. Diamond- Rose cut diamo...
Diamond, Topaz, Sterling Silver
$2,373Sale Price|30% Off
Certified Natural diamonds Drop Pearls sterling silver tiara head accessory band
Located in Delhi, DL
This Vintage tiara is a symbol of beauty and self-love. It is handmade with Natural rose cut diamonds and Pearls in sterling silver. Diamond- Rose cut diamonds Diamond color- White ...
Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver
Elegant Natural pave diamonds pearls sterling silver tiara head accessory band
Located in Delhi, DL
For the queen in you! This royal tiara is a symbol of beauty and self-love. It is handmade with Natural pave diamonds and natural white pearls in sterling silver. Diamond- Pave diam...
Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver
Antique Belle Époque Diamond Tiara in Platinum and Gold.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Well well well. If only this tiara could talk - I'd just love to know the people and outfits this significant piece has graced. Let's start with the tiara. Circa 1900, the theme co...
Diamond, Gold, Platinum
$2,695Sale Price|30% Off
Royal certified Natural diamonds real topaz sterling silver tiara head band
Located in Delhi, DL
For the queen in you! This royal tiara is a symbol of beauty and self-love. It is handmade with Natural diamonds and white topaz in sterling silver. Diamond- rose cut diamonds Diamo...
Diamond, Topaz, Sterling Silver
Vintage Crystal tiara, gold plated, Bridal, Butler and Wilson
By Butler & Wilson
Located in NEWARK, GB
Vintage 1990s Butler & Wilson Crystal Tiara – Harrods Gold Plated A spectacular vintage 1990s crystal tiara by the celebrated British jewellery house Butler & Wilson, origi...
Antique Fernch Floral Diamond Platinum Wedding Tiara
Located in Miami, FL
Antique French Floral Design Platinum Diamond Tiara with Detachable Brooch This magnificent French tiara, crafted in luxurious platinum, is a masterpiece of elegance and refinement....
Diamond, Platinum
vintage foliate design crystals high tiara 1990s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A vintage foliate tiara. Featuring foliate style swags decorated with tiny crystals. Vintage Condition: Very good without damage or noteworthy wear. Materials: blackened silver meta...
77.20 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Riviera Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in silver over gold with 46 Old European cut Diamonds weighing a total of 77.20 carats; the center Diamond weighing 5.77 carats. 18 3/4 inches long
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Charcoal Dark Gray Hand Woven Soft Linen Silk Blend Scarf
By Studio Variously
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Charcoal Hand Woven Soft Linen Silk Blend Scarf is an elegant piece that is easy to blend in with most outfits. Classic gift or personal purchase for all round the year, this hand wo...
Vintage Geoffrey Beene Size 12 Navy Blue White Silk 80s Jumpsuit 1980s Nautical
By Geoffrey Beene
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 80s GEOFFREY BEENE navy blue and white long sleeve silk jumpsuit ! Features a luxurious double sided silk. Buttons up the front with hidden hook-and-eye closure at top b...
Diamond Tennis Necklace, 1970s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
A diamond tennis necklace in 18k white gold. It has ca. 13 carat of diamonds of very good quality (G/H/F colour and VVS/VS clarity). The length of the necklace is 41cm. It is stamped...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Diamond and Emerald Watch in Platinum and White Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Nashville, TN
An elegant time piece from the Art Deco era, this Tiffany & Co. lady's cocktail watch pairs a platinum rectangular case with a 14-karat white gold flat snake-link bracelet — a classi...
Diamond, Platinum
1970's Tan Shearling Embroidered Coat
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Winter warm 1970's tan sheepskin shearling fur coat by San Francisco manufacturer Furs by Max. Beautiful embroidery throughout the front and seams of coat. Coat hits right below the ...
$400
H 9.06 in W 9.85 in D 1.97 in L 25.6 in
1970s High Quality Vintage Black Leather and Brass italian Shoulder Bag
Located in Aci Castello, IT
This rare 1970s Italian shoulder bag is a superb example of mid-century luxury, showcasing the sophisticated craftsmanship for which Italy is renowned. The exterior is crafted from p...
Marcel Boucher Pave Baguettes Floral Bow Brooch
By Marcel Boucher
Located in New York, NY
Marcel Boucher crystal pave and baguettes floral bow brooch. Rhodium plated base metal, crystal rhinestones, pierce work set with rectangular and tapered baguettes. Signed MB (phryg...
Crystal, Rhodium, Base Metal
1980s Azzedine Alaia White Pique Cotton Vintage 80s Cropped Blazer Jacket Size 2
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in San Diego, CA
Timeless vintage 80s AZZEDINE ALAIA stark white pique cotton double breasted crop blazer jacket! Features a textured sturdy, yet soft pique cotton. Double breasted style with hidden ...
Radiance in Motion: The Exquisite 1930's Sapphire and Diamond Necklace
Located in Wailea, HI
Radiance in Motion: The Exquisite 1930's Sapphire and Diamond Necklace Step into an era of opulence with this breathtaking 1930's masterpiece, where timeless elegance meets unparall...
Sapphire, Platinum
1960s Pat Sandler for Highlight 60s Black Chiffon Beaded Paillette Vintage Dress
By Highlight, Pat Sandler
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1960ss Pat Sandler for Highlight black silk chiffon dress, with thousands of paillettes! Layers and layers of black silk chiffon on the skirt, that looks absolutely breatht...
$4,410
H 1.19 in W 0.6 in
Couture Art Deco Swiss Bucherer Depose Watch Tubagos Snake Chain Bracelet 1930s
By Bucherer
Located in Chicago, IL
Trimmed with 40 diamond-like crystals and marked "deposee" for its uniqueness on the clasp like antique European couture jewelry, this Art-Deco period Swiss Bucherer lady's dress wat...
Crystal, Mixed Metal, White Gold
Hermes Kelly Cut Braise Crocodile Clutch Bag Gold Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a limited edition Hermes Kelly Cut bag featured in vivid Braise Niloticus Crocodile. This exquisite lipstick red Hermes clutch is perfect day to evening. Lush with...
Vintage Gold and Black Evening Gown
Located in London, GB
A headturning vintage evning gown in a heavy black and gold fabric with black velvet trim. The dress has black velvet strap and hem and a side zip.
1970 Hermes Black Supple Box Leather Kelly Bag
By Hermès
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Vintage black box leather 32cm supple Kelly bag with gold hardware. Dates from 1970, as told by the Z blind stamp. Top handle, lock and key fob. Very minor scuffing on surface on maj...
HERVE LEGER 90's Vintage Pink + Crystal Midi Dress
By Herve Léger
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Herve Leger 1990's Vintage Cool toned baby pink bordering on lilac Clear crystals Invisible side zip Lined up to right under the knee Size XS NWT's, some crystals could be re-stitche...
DOLCE & GABBANA black & red FLORAL Sheath Dress 44
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Zürich, CH
Dolce & Gabbana flower printed 3/4 sleeve sheath dress in black, red, taupe, nude and green viscose blend (missing tag). Lined in black silk (missing tag). Opens with a zipper on the...
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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