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Christian Dior Vintage Rare Gold Double Oval Knot Rope Interlocked Hoop Earrings
Christian Dior Vintage Rare Gold Double Oval Knot Rope Interlocked Hoop Earrings

Christian Dior Vintage Rare Gold Double Oval Knot Rope Interlocked Hoop Earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

A very beautiful pair of earrings by Chr. DIOR, signed at the back. Material: Gold plated metal.

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Gold Iconic Rectangle Square Logo Cufflinks Tie Pin Set
Christian Dior Vintage Gold Iconic Rectangle Square Logo Cufflinks Tie Pin Set

Christian Dior Vintage Gold Iconic Rectangle Square Logo Cufflinks Tie Pin Set

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Signed at each back. Material: Gold plated metal. Size: 1.8*1.3 cm, 1.0*1.0 cm. Weight: 12 g, 6 g

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Cufflinks

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Rare Gold Large Sun Crescent Moon Stars Statement Set
Christian Dior Vintage Rare Gold Large Sun Crescent Moon Stars Statement Set

Christian Dior Vintage Rare Gold Large Sun Crescent Moon Stars Statement Set

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Brooch is also a pendant (pearls necklace shows in the pictures is not included). 100% Genuine. Signed "Chr. Dior" at back. Vintage and rare to find. Material: Gold plated metal, ...

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Gold Iconic Unisex Oval Lapis Blue Stones Long Necklace
Christian Dior Vintage Gold Iconic Unisex Oval Lapis Blue Stones Long Necklace

Christian Dior Vintage Gold Iconic Unisex Oval Lapis Blue Stones Long Necklace

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Blue Navy Lapis Cabochon Oval Foil Stone Crystals Charm Chain Interlocked Long Versatile Necklace, Gold Tone Very excellent condition.

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Iconic Gold White Pearl Leaf Woven Omega Chunky Necklace
Christian Dior Vintage Iconic Gold White Pearl Leaf Woven Omega Chunky Necklace

Christian Dior Vintage Iconic Gold White Pearl Leaf Woven Omega Chunky Necklace

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. Very rare to find. Materials: Gold Plated metal, Rhinestones, Faux pearl.

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Rare Lapis Blue Stone Octagon Oval Cabochon Gold Necklace
Christian Dior Vintage Rare Lapis Blue Stone Octagon Oval Cabochon Gold Necklace

Christian Dior Vintage Rare Lapis Blue Stone Octagon Oval Cabochon Gold Necklace

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Very rare to find. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. Very good price. Material: Gold plated metal, Stone.

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Rare Gold Crystals Water Drop Eye Shell Clip Earrings
Christian Dior Vintage Rare Gold Crystals Water Drop Eye Shell Clip Earrings

Christian Dior Vintage Rare Gold Crystals Water Drop Eye Shell Clip Earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

A very beautiful pair of clip on earrings by Chr. DIOR, signed at the back. Material: Gold plated metal, Rhinestones.

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Rare Gold Large Circle Round White Pearl Twist Earrings
Christian Dior Vintage Rare Gold Large Circle Round White Pearl Twist Earrings

Christian Dior Vintage Rare Gold Large Circle Round White Pearl Twist Earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

A very beautiful pair of earrings by Chr. DIOR, signed at the back. Material: Gold plated metal, Faux pearl.

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Rare Gold Textured Large Red Cabochon Ruby Oval Earrings
Christian Dior Vintage Rare Gold Textured Large Red Cabochon Ruby Oval Earrings

Christian Dior Vintage Rare Gold Textured Large Red Cabochon Ruby Oval Earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

A very beautiful pair of clip on earrings by Chr. DIOR, signed at the back. Material: Gold plated metal, Resin.

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1957 Rare Jade Green Yellow Pearls Crystals Leaf Earrings
Christian Dior Vintage 1957 Rare Jade Green Yellow Pearls Crystals Leaf Earrings

Christian Dior Vintage 1957 Rare Jade Green Yellow Pearls Crystals Leaf Earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior Vintage 1957 Jade Light Green Circle Pearls Yellow Crystals Flower Leaf Daisy Earrings, Silver Tone Good condition.

Category

Vintage 1950s German Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Silver Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gold White Round Pearl Square Cube Clip Earrings
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gold White Round Pearl Square Cube Clip Earrings

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gold White Round Pearl Square Cube Clip Earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

A very beautiful pair of earrings by Chr. DIOR, signed at the back. Material: Gold plated metal, Faux pearl.

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Rare Large Gold Black White Pearl Crystals Oval Earrings
Christian Dior Vintage Rare Large Gold Black White Pearl Crystals Oval Earrings

Christian Dior Vintage Rare Large Gold Black White Pearl Crystals Oval Earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

A very beautiful pair of earrings by Chr. DIOR, signed at the back. Material: Gold plated metal, Rhinestones, Faux pearl.

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Gold Black Enamel Crystals Tie Knot Leaf Chunky Earrings
Christian Dior Vintage Gold Black Enamel Crystals Tie Knot Leaf Chunky Earrings

Christian Dior Vintage Gold Black Enamel Crystals Tie Knot Leaf Chunky Earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Black Enamel Crystals Tie Knot Leaf Modernist Chunky Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Very good condition. 100% genuine.

Category

Vintage 1970s German Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Christian Dior Vintage Rare Massive Huge Oval Pearl White Flower Chunky Earrings
Christian Dior Vintage Rare Massive Huge Oval Pearl White Flower Chunky Earrings

Christian Dior Vintage Rare Massive Huge Oval Pearl White Flower Chunky Earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

A very beautiful pair of earrings by Chr. Dior, signed at the back. Material: Gold plated metal, Faux pearl.

Category

Vintage 1970s German Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Gold Oval Large White Pearl Retro Elegant Clip Earrings
Christian Dior Vintage Gold Oval Large White Pearl Retro Elegant Clip Earrings

Christian Dior Vintage Gold Oval Large White Pearl Retro Elegant Clip Earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Oval Large White Pearl Retro Elegant Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Very good condition.

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Gold Oval White Pearls Crystals Long Brooch
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Gold Oval White Pearls Crystals Long Brooch

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Gold Oval White Pearls Crystals Long Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Trio Oval White Pearls Crystals Long Bar Elegant Modernist Brooch, Gold Tone Renowned for its timeless elegant designs, Christian Dior presents t...

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Gold Large Rope Knot Swirl Crystals Mesh Chunky Earrings
Christian Dior Vintage Gold Large Rope Knot Swirl Crystals Mesh Chunky Earrings

Christian Dior Vintage Gold Large Rope Knot Swirl Crystals Mesh Chunky Earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

A very beautiful pair of earrings by Chr. DIOR, signed at the back. Material: Gold plated metal, Rhinestones.

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Gold Jelly Belly White Shell Frost Crystals Clip Earrings
Christian Dior Vintage Gold Jelly Belly White Shell Frost Crystals Clip Earrings

Christian Dior Vintage Gold Jelly Belly White Shell Frost Crystals Clip Earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

A very beautiful pair of earrings by Chr. DIOR, signed at the back. Material: Gold plated metal, Rhinestones, Resin.

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Gold Rare Light Frost Green Jade Curled Blossom Brooch
Christian Dior Vintage Gold Rare Light Frost Green Jade Curled Blossom Brooch

Christian Dior Vintage Gold Rare Light Frost Green Jade Curled Blossom Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior Vintage 1970s Jade Light Frost Green Flower Curled Stem Elegant Chunky Modernist Brooch, Gold Tone Good condition.

Category

Vintage 1970s German Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Pearl & Crystal Bead Fringe Brooch by Henkel & Grosse from 1961
Christian Dior Pearl & Crystal Bead Fringe Brooch by Henkel & Grosse from 1961

Christian Dior Pearl & Crystal Bead Fringe Brooch by Henkel & Grosse from 1961

By Christian Dior

Located in New York, NY

The back of the piece is beautifully made with a lace like openwork round plate. In the center is an oval plaque inscribed with 19 above Chr.

Category

Vintage 1960s French Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gold Crystals Lock Long Bar Twist Chunky Necklace
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gold Crystals Lock Long Bar Twist Chunky Necklace

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gold Crystals Lock Long Bar Twist Chunky Necklace

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Crystals Lock Long Bar Twist Pendant Chunky Modernist Elegant Necklace, Gold Plated Very good condition.

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Crystals Red Ruby Emerald Sapphire Marquise Silver Ring
Christian Dior Vintage Crystals Red Ruby Emerald Sapphire Marquise Silver Ring

Christian Dior Vintage Crystals Red Ruby Emerald Sapphire Marquise Silver Ring

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Vintage. Material: Silver plated metal, Rhinestones. UK size: N. _ _ _ Great for everyday wear.

Category

Vintage 1970s German Art Nouveau Bridal Rings

Materials

Silver Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Rare Gold Fire Crystals Black Enamel Leaf Clip Earrings
Christian Dior Vintage Rare Gold Fire Crystals Black Enamel Leaf Clip Earrings

Christian Dior Vintage Rare Gold Fire Crystals Black Enamel Leaf Clip Earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Crystals Black Enamel Leaf Fire Modernist Elegant Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Renowned for its timeless elegant designs, Christian Dior presents t...

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Christian Dior Vintage Rare Gold White Pearls Moon Fan Crystals Pendant Necklace
Christian Dior Vintage Rare Gold White Pearls Moon Fan Crystals Pendant Necklace

Christian Dior Vintage Rare Gold White Pearls Moon Fan Crystals Pendant Necklace

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Very light scratches or colour loss, barely noticeable. 100% Genuine. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '. Rare to find. Materials: Gold Plated metal, rhinestones, Faux pearl.

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR signed gold crystals designer runway bow brooch w tag
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR signed gold crystals designer runway bow brooch w tag

Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR signed gold crystals designer runway bow brooch w tag

By Christian Dior

Located in Palos Hills, IL

DETAILS • signed CHRISTIAN DIOR • gold plated with crystals • vintage designer runway brooch • with original tag MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with m...

Category

Vintage 1980s German Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gold Rare Large Wing Leaf Fire Chunky Earrings
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gold Rare Large Wing Leaf Fire Chunky Earrings

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gold Rare Large Wing Leaf Fire Chunky Earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

A very beautiful pair of earrings by Chr. DIOR, signed at the back. Material: Gold plated metal.

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1970 Blue Sapphire Clear Link Cross Exquisite Silver Set
Christian Dior Vintage 1970 Blue Sapphire Clear Link Cross Exquisite Silver Set

Christian Dior Vintage 1970 Blue Sapphire Clear Link Cross Exquisite Silver Set

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Signed at the back of earrings and necklace. Material: Silver plated metal, Rhinestones. Size: Necklace: 40*0.5 cm, extended chain: 6 cm.

Category

Vintage 1970s German Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Rare Unisex Gold Blue Aqua Semi Circle Drop Necklace
Christian Dior Vintage Rare Unisex Gold Blue Aqua Semi Circle Drop Necklace

Christian Dior Vintage Rare Unisex Gold Blue Aqua Semi Circle Drop Necklace

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Very rare to find. Material: Gold plated metal, Rhinestones. Length: (chain only) 36 cm.

Category

Vintage 1970s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Rare Black Crystals Carved Scalloped Melon Hinge Link Set
Christian Dior Vintage Rare Black Crystals Carved Scalloped Melon Hinge Link Set

Christian Dior Vintage Rare Black Crystals Carved Scalloped Melon Hinge Link Set

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Signed at all back. Material: Silver plated metal, Rhinestones. Size: Necklace: 48 *1.8 cm.

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1967 Gold Turquoise Blue Navy Layers Rope Chunky Necklace
Christian Dior Vintage 1967 Gold Turquoise Blue Navy Layers Rope Chunky Necklace

Christian Dior Vintage 1967 Gold Turquoise Blue Navy Layers Rope Chunky Necklace

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Rare to find. Marked 'Chr.Dior ' at back. Materials: Gold Plated metal, Resin, Rhinestones.

Category

Vintage 1960s German Art Nouveau Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gold Logo CD Monogram Circle Round Domed Earrings
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gold Logo CD Monogram Circle Round Domed Earrings

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gold Logo CD Monogram Circle Round Domed Earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Six 6 Logo CD Monogram Circle Round Dome Modernist Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Very excellent condition.

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Rare Navy Gold Cute Flower Leaf Crystals Gold Necklace
Christian Dior Vintage Rare Navy Gold Cute Flower Leaf Crystals Gold Necklace

Christian Dior Vintage Rare Navy Gold Cute Flower Leaf Crystals Gold Necklace

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Unisex Navy Blue Enamel Cute Flower Leaf Crystals Pendant Necklace, Gold Plated Very excellent condition.

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Christian Dior Vintage Rare Robert Goossens Gold Huge Jelly Belly Shell Bangle
Christian Dior Vintage Rare Robert Goossens Gold Huge Jelly Belly Shell Bangle

Christian Dior Vintage Rare Robert Goossens Gold Huge Jelly Belly Shell Bangle

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Marked at back. Material: Gold plated metal, Resin Size: approx. 18-20 cm (adjustable, bend it gently) Width: 4.2 cm.

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gold Long Brushed Glow Water Tear Drop Earrings
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gold Long Brushed Glow Water Tear Drop Earrings

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gold Long Brushed Glow Water Tear Drop Earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

A very beautiful pair of earrings by Chr. DIOR, signed at the back. Material: Gold plated metal.

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Iconic Gold Large Circle Hoop Glow Demi Semi Domed Clip Earrings
Christian Dior Iconic Gold Large Circle Hoop Glow Demi Semi Domed Clip Earrings

Christian Dior Iconic Gold Large Circle Hoop Glow Demi Semi Domed Clip Earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

A very beautiful pair of earrings by Chr. DIOR, signed at the back and side. Material: Gold plated metal.

Category

Antique 1890s German Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gold Red Ruby Crystals Half Hoop Domed Earrings
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gold Red Ruby Crystals Half Hoop Domed Earrings

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Gold Red Ruby Crystals Half Hoop Domed Earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

A very beautiful pair of clip on earrings by Chr. DIOR, signed at the back. Material: Gold plated metal, Rhinestones.

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Gold Large Square Cube White Round Pearl Chunky Earrings
Christian Dior Vintage Gold Large Square Cube White Round Pearl Chunky Earrings

Christian Dior Vintage Gold Large Square Cube White Round Pearl Chunky Earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Square Cube White Round Circle Pearl Chunky Elegant Clip Earrings, Gold Tone Good condition. Light scratches and colour loss, some peel off at fau...

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Large Gold Circle Crystals Navy Blue White Pearl Earrings
Christian Dior Vintage Large Gold Circle Crystals Navy Blue White Pearl Earrings

Christian Dior Vintage Large Gold Circle Crystals Navy Blue White Pearl Earrings

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

A very beautiful pair of earrings by Chr. DIOR, signed at the back. Material: Gold plated metal, Rhinestones, Faux pearl.

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior Vintage Silver Crystals Leaf White Pearl Water Tear Drop Necklace
Christian Dior Vintage Silver Crystals Leaf White Pearl Water Tear Drop Necklace

Christian Dior Vintage Silver Crystals Leaf White Pearl Water Tear Drop Necklace

By Christian Dior

Located in Wokingham, England

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Crystals Dot Leaf White Pearl Water Tear Drop Pendant Elegant Modernist Necklace, Silver Plated Very excellent condition.

Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver Plate

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Dior Plates For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of dior plates for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold Plate, Gold and Silver, these items were constructed with great care. Our selection of items includes 358 vintage examples as well as 31 contemporary versions. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 20th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. There are many different pieces in our collection of dior plates to choose from, but Modern and Contemporary dior plates are of considerable interest. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior and Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior produced popular versions that are worth a look. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of Crystal versions from the 19 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A selection of round cut, cabochon and baguette cut can be found today on these pages. If you’re browsing the variety of dior plates for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

How Much are Dior Plates?

Prices for dior plates can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $77 and can go as high as $14,950, while dior plates, on average, fetch $486.

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.