Vintage 14k Rose Gold Platinum Watch Chain Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An Edwardian necklace, crafted in 14k rose gold and platinum, circa 1905–1915.
Early 20th Century Edwardian Chain Necklaces
Rose Gold, Platinum
Vintage 14k Rose Gold Platinum Watch Chain Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An Edwardian necklace, crafted in 14k rose gold and platinum, circa 1905–1915.
Rose Gold, Platinum
120cm 14k Yellow Gold Long Guard Chain Circa 1900s
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
Aleksander also was the assay master of Riga. Metal: 14k yellow gold - XRF tested Weight: 46.72 grams Measurements: Length 120cm, link width 4.88mm Era: Edwardian Circa 1900s
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Albert Chain, hallmarked 1917
Located in London, GB
This Albert chain, features original hallmarks, dating it to 1917 from Birmingham. It features graduating links crafted from 9 carat rose gold and weighs 50 grams. Each gold link is ...
Yellow Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold Edwardian Amethyst Peridot & Pearl Suffragette Bracelet
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Suffragette Bracelet 15ct Gold Stamped Circa 1910 Step back in time with this exquisite Edwardian era bracelet, meticulously crafted in 15ct yellow gold and featuring a s...
Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold Fancy Link Longguard Chain
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold Fancy Link Longguard Chain bolt ring fastener beautiful gold links, long chain so can wear once/twice or even three times round to give that layered look!...
Yellow Gold
Edwardian 9ct Gold Pink & Apple Green Tourmaline Lavaliere Necklace with Pearls
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
An exceptionally elegant and unusual Edwardian lavaliere necklace in 9 carat gold, centred with vivid natural pink and apple green tourmalines within an exquisitely sculptural openwo...
Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold
Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian Night & Day, Floral Patterned Curb Bracelet
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Curb Bracelet 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Circa 1900 This stunning Edwardian curb bracelet radiates beauty and elegance. Crafted from 9ct rose gold, it features a unique "nigh...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
10K Gold Long Chain with Oblong and Purple Paste Stations
Located in Venice, CA
It’s always good to have an extra long chain in your collection, and this 10k gold 52” long Edwardian chain is the perfect piece to wear multiple ways.
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Gold Stamped, Edwardian Fancy Link Bracelet, with swivel Clip Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Fancy Link Gold Bracelet 9ct Gold Circa 1900 A beautifully detailed Edwardian bracelet in warm 9ct yellow gold, featuring alternating twisted rope and elongated bar links...
Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Edwardian 15.6g 9K Gold Curb Chased Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Edwardian gold bracelet, comprising plain and chased curb links, a padlock clasp, and safety chain, in 9 karat rosy yellow gold.
9k Gold
Antique 9ct Soft Tone Rose Gold Bracelet Chain
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This bracelet is modelled in hollow 9ct soft tone rose gold, which makes the bracelet light weight and comfortable to wear. Length: 19mm Width: 8mm Weight: 17.8g
Rose Gold
Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian Rolo Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Bracelet 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Makers Mark W J S Hallmarked Birmingham 1903 Introducing a stunning piece of Edwardian-era jewellery, a 9ct rose gold rolo link bra...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Stamped, Edwardian Era Curb Link Heart Padlock Bracelet
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Rose Gold Textured Link Padlock Bracelet 9ct Rose Gold Stamped on Each Link Circa 1910 Step back into the elegance of the Edwardian era with this stunning curb link brace...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
9ct Gold Edwardian Night & Day Floral Patterned Curb Bracelet with Heart Padlock
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Curb Bracelet 9ct Rose Gold Makers Mark W & H.S Circa 1910 This stunning Edwardian curb bracelet radiates beauty and elegance. Crafted from 9ct rose gold, it feature...
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Fancy Open Curb & Rollerball Albert Chain Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albert Chain 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Circa 1910 Maker's Mark J G & S Introducing a stunning 9ct rose gold Edwardian-era Albert chain, previously used as a pocket watch cha...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 18ct Two Colour Gold, Edwardian Paperclip Link Bracelet with Bolt Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Two Colour Bracelet 18ct Yellow & White Gold Elevate your jewellery collection with this stunning Edwardian era bracelet, meticulously crafted from 18ct yellow and white g...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Gold Edwardian Graduated Curb Link Bracelet with Ruby, Diamond & Sapphire
Located in Venice, CA
In this 14k gold bracelet, the curb link graduates to the largest central link that houses a very white, near colorless Old Mine Cut diamond.
White Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow ...
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, 1920s 27 Inch Fancy Wheat Link Chain
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Fancy Wheat Link Chain 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped Circa 1920s Step back in time with this exquisite 18ct yellow gold fancy long chain from the 1920s. Featuring beautifully c...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Gold, Albert Chain Necklace: 1920s Fancy Paperclip & Knot Link
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albert Chain 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Hallmarked Birmingham 1923 Discover this stunning 9ct rose gold Albert chain, featuring a unique and elegant design with paperclip and ...
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
1920s English 18 carat gold and engraved enamel chain bracelet
Located in London, GB
This unique 1920s English 18 carat gold bracelet consists of 8 delicate filigree chains. The buckle is a flawless example of engraved enamel. Beautifully made, it is a striking piece...
Gold, Enamel
Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian Long Open Curb Link Bracelet with Swivel Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Curb Bracelet 9ct Rose Gold Hallmarked Circa 1910 Step back in time with this exquisite Edwardian era bracelet, crafted from luxurious 9ct rose gold. This stunning piece f...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 9ct Gold Victorian Link Chain Extender with Dog Clip Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Chain Extender circa 1900 9ct Hallmarked Add a touch of versatile elegance to your jewellery collection with this exquisite 9ct rose gold link extender chain. This b...
Gold, 9k Gold
Edwardian Pearl and Diamond Bow Drop Necklace
Located in London, GB
This is a lovely diamond bow necklace from the Edwardian era. The bow is studded with an array of old and rose cut diamonds with a large natural pearl drop at the bottom, and is susp...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 20th Century 14K Gold Hand-Engraved Curb Chain Bracelet
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This antique curb chain bracelet is a beautifully preserved piece from the early 20th century, crafted in solid 14 karat yellow gold.
14k Gold
9ct Rose & White Gold Two Colour Edwardian Trace Link Bracelet T Bar & Bolt Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Bracelet 9ct Rose & White Gold Stamped Circa 1900 Introducing an exquisite Edwardian bracelet that exudes timeless elegance and sophistication. This stunning bracele...
9k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Vintage 9ct Yellow Gold, 24 Inch Faceted belcher Chain with Swivel Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Gold Chain 9ct Yellow Gold Stamped on clip Circa 1900s Makers mark R & P This exquisite vintage 9ct yellow gold chain is a true treasure from the 1900s. The faceted b...
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Gold Victorian Ornate Chain Extender with Swivel Clasp, 3 1/4 inches
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Chain Extender circa 1890 9ct stamp on dog clip Makers Mark C.D.B Add a touch of versatile elegance to your jewellery collection with this exquisite 9ct gold with tin...
Gold, 9k Gold
9ct Rose Gold Victorian Ornate Link Chain Extender with Swivel Clasp, 4 inches
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Chain Extender circa 1900 9ct stamp on dog clip Add a touch of versatile elegance to your jewellery collection with this exquisite 9ct rose gold ornate link extender c...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Gold-Filled Longuard Chain Necklace with a 14k Opal Cabochon Slide
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Edwardian longuard chain necklace. The chain and clip are gold-filled; the slide in 14 karat yellow gold.
Opal, 14k Gold, Gold-filled
Antique 9ct Rose Gold 20 3/4 Inch Belcher Chain with Heart Padlock Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Padlock Belcher Chain 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Hallmarked London- The date letter has rubbed Circa 1910 Maker Mark K K D This stunning Edwardian oval belcher chain is cra...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 14ct Yellow Gold Stamped, Edwardian Ruby & Diamond Curb Link Bracelet
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Curb Bracelet 14ct Gold Stamped Circa 1900 This exquisite 14ct yellow gold curb bracelet, hailing from the elegant Edwardian era, seamlessly blends sophistication with a ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 27" Two-Strand Prince of Wales Slider Chain in 14K Gold with Tassels
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This amazing, highly wearable early 20th century necklace features 28" of double-strand Prince of Wales chain joined by a shield-shaped slider pendant with a raised design, ruby cabo...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15 Carat White & Yellow Gold Fancy Link Two Tone Albert Chain, c.1920's
Located in London, GB
Made famous by Prince Albert of England in the late 20th century, the Albert chains are one of the most versatile and loved pieces of jewellery. This particular model is a very rare...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 15k Gold
Nephrite Jade Rock Crystal Pearl 18 KT Rare Long Suitor Chain
Located in Napoli, IT
Wrapped Neck This outstanding antique Edwardian era or early Deco sautoir necklace is of amazing length being 148 cm slightly shy of 59 inches – it can be wound around the neck more ...
Crystal, Jade, Pearl, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
Antique curb bracelet in 18 karat gold
Located in PARIS, FR
Antique curb bracelet in 18 karat gold. Antique bracelet with polished flat links, rectangular and rounded. The bracelet fastens with a classic spring ring clasp, secured by a fine c...
Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Victorian, Fancy Paperclip Link Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Fancy Collar Chain 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Maker's Mark J M Circa 1870 Step back in time with this exquisite Victorian fancy link necklace, crafted in luxurious 9ct rose g...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 9 Carat Gold Curb Bracelet with Teddy Charm
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This classic curb bracelet has smooth links and to fasten this bracelet there is a heart locket which is smooth and glossy with safety chain. Attached to the chain is the sweetest te...
Gold
Vintage Rose Gold Bracelet with a Donkey Charm
Located in London, GB
Vintage Rose Gold Bracelet - each link is stamped 9 375- with end link stamped W J S - dated 1963 The bracelet weighs 7.14 grams Length 7.87 Inches The Charm, the end clasp and the...
Rose Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum, Circa 1910 Curb Link Bracelet with T-Bar
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Curb Bracelet 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1910s A striking Edwardian bracelet composed of alternating platinum and 18ct yellow gold links, showcasing the era’s fascination w...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
14k Yellow Gold 1.00 Carat Old Mine Brilliant Necklace
Located in Hicksville, NY
Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 3.7 grams Diamond Details: Weight: 1.00ct, total weight Cut: Old Mine Brilliant Color: J/K Clarity: SI-I Measurement: ...
Yellow Gold
15ct Two Colour Yellow Gold & Platinum, 1920s Curb Bracelet with Bolt Ring Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Curb Bracelet 15ct Gold & Platinum Circa 1920s This 1920s gold and platinum curb bracelet is a true testament to the craftsmanship and artistry of the era, blending ...
15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$13,979Sale Price|30% Off
PANIM Briolette&Taviz Diamond Bracelet 18 Karat White Gold
By PANIM
Located in Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong
PANIM Briolette&taviz Diamond bracelet 18 Karat White Gold CODE: BLT-103 7.56 carats of White Briolette-cut Diamonds set in a Bracelet made in 18KT White gold weighing total 6.72...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 5.00 Ct Natural Sapphire 3.20 Ct Diamond Russian Bracelet
Located in Napoli, IT
Absolutely stunning 1910 ca Russian bracelet, 14 Kt solid gold Superlative crafting of the era, intertwined links leading to a centre cluster with rich Diamond set surrounding a rare...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Edwardian Rolled Gold Albert Chain
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This simple yet beautiful rolled gold Albert is fastened using two dog clips and there is a t-bar on a loop. The chain is rolled gold which means it is coated in a fine layer of gold...
Gold
Edwardian Rolled Gold Albert Chain
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This simple yet beautiful rolled gold Albert is fastened using two dog clips and there is a t-bar on a loop. The chain is rolled gold which means it is coated in a fine layer of 18 c...
Gold
Antique 9ct Gold Edwardian Square Link Long Chain
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Square Link Chain 9ct Gold Tested Circa 1900 This stunning Edwardian square link long chain is crafted from a pale 9ct gold and features a faceted swivel dog clip fastenin...
Gold, 9k Gold
$958Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Edwardian Gold & Platinum Blue Stone Milgrain Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 4 Yellow Gold Frame w/ Platinum Top & 14k White Gold Chain Weight: 4.29 Grams Chain Type: 0.6mm Cable Link Chain Length: Adjustable at 16, 17 & 18 Inches Clasp: Lobst...
Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Edwardian Platinum & 4 Carat Diamond Pendant on 18ct White Gold Chain
Located in London, England
Additional information: Material: Platinum, 18ct White Gold Origin: England Date of Manufacture: 1910 Era: Edwardian (1901-1914) Diamonds: Large central diamond approx. 1.3 carats Tr...
18k Gold, White Gold
$4,680Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Edwardian Platinum & Gold 1.05ctw Old Diamond Large Cross Handmade Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (54) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Rose Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 1.05ctw (approx.) (19) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Single & Old European Cu...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold Stamped, Edwardian Gate Link Chain Extender Pendant
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Chain Extender 9ct Yellow Gold Stamped Makers Mark CDB Circa 1900 *The chain is an additional purchase Add a touch of versatile elegance to your jewellery collect...
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian Diamond Gold Heart Pendant on Tiffany & Co Chain Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Edwardian 14k gold heart pendant, adorned with approx. 2.20ctw in diamonds (one tiny stone is missing), suspended on a Tiffany & Co 18k gold chain.
Diamond, Gold
Edwardian Style Emerald and Diamond Pendant & Chain
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Edwardian Style Emerald and Diamond Pendant & Chain.
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique 9ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Garnet, Seed Pearl & Amethyst Pendant & Chain
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Gold Pendant 9ct Gold Circa 1910 An elegant circa 1910 pendant crafted in 9ct gold, showcasing the delicate artistry of early 20th century design. The piece features intri...
Amethyst, Garnet, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian 9-Karat Yellow Gold Slide Watch Chain Necklace & Key
Located in Hamilton, Ontario
This antique 9-karat yellow gold watch chain is presumed to have originated from England and dates to circa 1880. This long and substantial tight round link chain features a shield s...
Gold
$3,719Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Edwardian Revival Opal and Diamond 18k Gold Pendant Necklace & 18K chain
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
Vintage Edwardian Revival Opal and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18K Gold.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
Yellow Gold Pearl Edwardian Nine-Strand Necklace 15 3/4" - 14k Antique Chain
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Edwardian Date: 1900s - 1910s Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Pearls Color: Cream Style: Nine-Strand Fastening Type: Tab Box Clasp Measurements Leng...
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,800Sale Price|20% Off
French Edwardian 1900-1905 Pearls Chain In 18Kt Gold With Guilloche Blue Enamel
Located in Miami, FL
French Edwardian enameled chain. Stunning necklace chain, created in Paris France during the Edwardian period, back in the 1905.
Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Edwardian 5.95 carat Sapphire, Garnet and Zircon Guard Chain, c.1910s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the Edwardian era, this mesmerising guard chain is truly unique, set with a beautiful collection of gems.
Garnet, Sapphire, Zircon, Yellow Gold, 15k Gold, White Gold
Antique Edwardian Farmer & Co Ltd Chain Link Mother of Pearl "Button" Cufflinks
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Farmer & Co Ltd of 34 Hunter St, Sydney during an Edwardian era, these antique chain link cufflinks are in remarkable condition, accompanied by its original antique brown-coloured fi...
Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Gold-Filled Bar Brooch Edwardian Openwork Chain-Link Pin, c. 1910–1925
Located in Milford, DE
Antique Gold-Filled Bar Brooch — Openwork Chain-Link Design, Edwardian / Art Deco, c. 1910–1925 Description A beautifully preserved gold-filled Edwardian/Art Deco bar brooch, featur...
Gold-filled
Antique Edwardian jewelry is named for King Edward VII of Great Britain, who ruled from 1901 until 1910. Classic Edwardian necklaces, engagement rings, earrings and other jewelry are often overshadowed by the more popular style of the era, Art Nouveau, which is a shame. At its best, Edwardian jewelry was all about the exquisite diamond, platinum and pearl creations made by such famous names as Cartier and Boucheron.
Edward introduced incredibly formal Buckingham Palace court presentations, balls and soirées, resulting in a huge demand for diamond jewels starting with his coronation in 1902. Dozens of tiaras and formal jewels in an updated 18th-century style were purchased from French jewelers Boucheron and Chaumet and from Russia’s Fabergé. The court jewelers Asprey, Garrard, Carrington and the newly opened London branch of Cartier were all overwhelmed with orders for sumptuous diamond jewelry to be worn at the king’s elaborate coronation.
During the Edwardian era, pearls were more valuable than diamonds. The pear-shaped pearl La Peregrina, for example, belonged to some of the most fabulous and strongest women in history and bounced among royal courts in Spain, France and Russia for several centuries. So while today the scale and clarity of a diamond ring matters, back then the size and quantity of your pearls was more important a declaration of wealth. And just as Victorian notions of propriety and femininity began to change after Queen Victoria died in 1901, jewelry design also evolved but there was some overlap with late Victorian styles.
Women of the Edwardian period sported bejeweled headpieces like tiaras and bandeaus with feathered aigrettes. Another popular piece of jewelry that is said to have been directly inspired by Queen Alexandra were colliers de chien, or dog collars — today's choker necklaces — which consisted of either a ribbon decorated with a brooch, a gemstone or several strands of pearls strung closely together.
Two major jewelry houses, Cartier and Boucheron, were founded in the mid-1850s, and by the beginning of the 20th century, the wealthy considered them household names. The Cartier brand became even more desirable once the house became the official jewelry supplier to King Edward VII. Cartier took this title seriously and designed some of the most innovative jewelry of its day, since it was willing to experiment with new materials like platinum and because it was mindful of fashion trends. Filigree settings also became popular. This saw-piercing technique was decorative and at the same time created a sense of lightness.
Perhaps even more important than Cartier’s use of platinum was the founding of De Beers Consolidated Mines Limited in 1888. The discovery of new diamond mines made the stone more affordable and prompted the introduction of new gemstone cuts. It is not uncommon to see Edwardian jewels with baguette or briolette diamonds.
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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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