Antique 9ct Rose Gold 161/2 Inch Edwardian Curb Link Albert Watch Chain Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albert Chain 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Circa 1910 Makers Mark J G & S (John Grinsell & Son) This beautiful Edwardian Albert watch chain necklace is crafted from 9ct ...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
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. This elegant chain showcases a refined alternating-link design, composed of platinum and rose gold sect...
Rose Gold, Platinum
Vintage 9ct Rose Gold 20 3/4 Inch Curb Link Albert Watch Chain With T Bar
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Albert Chain 9ct Rose Gold Stamped 375 Introducing a stunning 9ct rose gold Albert watch chain. This beautiful petite curb link chain is stamped 375, which is a testament ...
9k Gold, Rose 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
Antique 9 Carat Rose Gold Fob Watch Link Chain with T-bar, circa 1920s
Located in London, GB
A fine antique fob watch chain dating to the 1920s, crafted in England and styled in a classic paperclip link design. This wonderful piece features a traditional T-bar fitting and ...
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Edwardian Exquisite 14 Karat Solid Gold Watch Chain or Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Antique Art in Gold The beauty of antique workmanship is incomparable to the today machine work made gold chain This quite unique Edwardian era – artistry hand created more than 100...
14k Gold
Edwardian 9ct Rose Gold Curb Link Albert Watch Chain, 16” 45.4g, Circa 1910
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A beautiful 9ct rose gold antique Edwardian Albert chain with solid, graduated round curb links and a t-bar.
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Edwardian 14k Opal Watch Chain
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning opal watch chain from the Edwardian (ca1910) era! This elegant piece is crafted in 14k yellow gold, and features 10 bezel set opals strung on a dainty chain.
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 14k Watch Chain Necklace 16"
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning watch chain necklace from the Edwardian (ca1910s) era!
Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9k Rose Gold Albert chain, watch chain necklace, Edwardian
Located in NEWARK, GB
A handsome antique, Edwardian era 9ct Rose gold Albert chain. It is a double Albert chain lightly graduating in width with a short extension chain near the t bar for adding a fob or...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 9k Rose Gold Albert Chain, Watch Chain Necklace, Edwardian, Heavy
Located in NEWARK, GB
It has gorgeous chunky and heavy curb links with a light rosey overtone, each individually stamped and a super wearable length at 18" Perfect for showcasing your favourite antique p...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Edwardian Watch Chain 14 Karat Gold Bar Link Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare and charming, this Antique Edwardian Watch Chain 14k Gold Bar Link Necklace is truly a must-have!
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian Watch Chain Bar Link 14 Karat Gold Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Rare and charming this Antique Edwardian Watch Chain 14k Gold Bar Link Necklace is truly a must-have!
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian 15 Karat Rose And Yellow Gold Albertina Watch Chain
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a lovely Albertina watch chain crafted in 15K rose and yellow gold.
15k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Edwardian Curb Link Albert Watch Chain Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albert Chain 9ct Rose Gold Circa 1900 Makers Mark W H W Ltd- (W H Wilmot Ltd Birmingham) Gorgeous, Edwardian, chunky- hollow curb link chain.
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Edwardian Curb Link Albert Watch Chain Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albert Chain 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Hallmarked Birmingham 1919 Makers Mark W H W Ltd- (W H Wilmot Ltd Birmingham) Gorgeous, Edwardian, curb link chain.
9k Gold, Rose Gold
9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian 17 1/4 Inch Trombone/Fetter Link, Albert Watch Chain
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albert Chain 9ct Rose Gold Hallmarked Chester 1903 Step back in time with this exquisite Edwardian Albert chain, beautifully crafted from 9ct rose gold. This fabulous pie...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique French Watch Chain 18k Yellow Solid Gold Edwardian Art Nouveau Necklace
Located in Mārupe, LV
Antique French Watch Chain 18k Yellow Gold Filigrane Balls Art Nouveau Edwardian.
Gold
9ct Rose Gold Edwardian 20 3/4 Inch Curb Link Albert Watch Chain With T Bar
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albert Chain 9ct Rose Gold Stamped 375 Circa 1900 Introducing a stunning 9ct rose gold Edwardian-era Albert chain- previously used as a pocket watch chain.
9k Gold, Rose Gold
9ct Rose Gold Edwardian 20 3/4 Inch Curb Link Albert Watch Chain With T Bar
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Albert Chain 9ct Rose Gold Stamped 375 Circa 1900 Introducing a stunning 9ct rose gold Edwardian-era Albert chain- previously used as a pocket watch chain.
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 9k Rose Gold Albert Chain, Watch Chain Necklace, Trombone Link
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique Edwardian era 9ct rose gold fancy link watch chain or Albert chain, this is a longer length so could be used as a necklace.
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 9 Karat Yellow Gold Albert Chain, Belcher Link, Watch Chain
Located in NEWARK, GB
An attractive antique 9kt gold Belcher link Albert chain or watch chain. The chain has rich aged gold elongated belcher links which are a slightly rectangular shape as opposed to ro...
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9k Gold Fancy Link Albert Chain, Watch Chain Necklace, Spinning Fob
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique 9kt gold, fancy link Albert chain. It has lovely fancy rich solid gold links with very slight rosey tones, the links are two different types with an interlocking ...
Carnelian, 9k Gold
Antique 9 Karat Rose Gold Fancy Link Albert Chain, Double Watch Chain Necklace
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique fancy link 9kt Rose gold double Albert chain or watch chain. It has elongated curb links each intercepted by horizontal faceted rolo spinner links, such an intere...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Paperclip Link Lariat Watch Chain Necklace of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
An antique watch chain of 14k gold paperclip links with a spring clasp at the bottom for holding charms, a watch, or a pendant. The lariat style necklace measures 32 inches with a 2...
14k Gold
Antique 1900 Albert Chain T Bar Curb Link Watch Chain Dog Clips 9k Gold
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Circa 1900 Albert chain made by Fetter Forbes & Co. who were known high quality Albert chains in the early 20th century. Antique curb chain with a T bar and two dog clips. Very vers...
9k Gold
Antique Rose Gold Double Albert Watch Chain, British Hallmarked 1918
Located in London, GB
Antique double Albert watch chain with T.bar in 9-carat rose gold, British Hallmarked Birmingham 1918, for that era each link has been hallmarked by Assay office. Albert watch chain ...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 1910s T Bar Watch Chain in 9 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This exceptional, fine and impressive antique watch chain has been crafted in 9k yellow gold.
Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
Antique 18 K Rose Gold Double Albert Watch Chain, British Hallmarked, C-1900
Located in London, GB
Antique double Albert watch chain with T.bar in 18 carat rose gold, British Hallmarked, for that era each link has been hallmarked by Assay office. Albert watch chain was named after...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 9 Carat Yellow Gold Watch Chain
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine Edwardian watch chain in gold. Dimensions Width of T bar 4.1cm/1.61" Chain length 41.15cm/16.2" Wei...
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Plated Gentleman Pocket Watch Chain Leontine
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Gentleman Pocket Watch Chain Leontine. It depicts a wide Leontine chain that contains a big round clasp mounted in 18K gold plated over copper.
Copper, Gold Plate
Antique 9 Karat Yellow Gold Fancy Link Watch Chain, Albert Chain
Located in NEWARK, GB
A superb antique 9 karat gold fancy link watch chain or Albert chain. It has belcher type links intercepted with additional gold links giving it a spiga type look. The chain has a ...
Yellow Gold
Edwardian 14K Gold Watch Chain Necklace with Dog Clip
Located in Venice, CA
This beautiful 14k gold Edwardian watch chain necklace makes for the perfect, versatile chain.
Gold, 14k Gold
Sold
Gold Watch Chain
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 14 carat gold watch chain, American, circa 1910. length: 37 cm. weight: 11.29 gram. width: 2 - 2.3 mm.
14k Gold
Sold
W 0.21 in L 17.33 in
Antique Edwardian Double Albert Watch Rose Gold Chain, British Hallmarked 1907
Located in London, GB
Antique Edwardian double Albert watch chain with T-bar, 9 carat rose gold, British Hallmarked London 1919, for that era each link has been hallmarked by Assay office.
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Edwardian Gold-Filled Art Deco Pocket Watch Chain
Located in Long Beach, CA
METAL / MATERIAL: Yellow Gold Filled CIRCA / YEAR: 1900's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length- 14 1/4 Inches / 7mm Thick Each Link WEIGHT: 48 Grams Not Gold This is a great looking hand made...
Gold-filled
Antique 9k Rose Gold Albert Chain, Watch Chain, Necklace, Heavy
Located in NEWARK, GB
We adore a good antique gold Albert chain here at StolenAttic and I'm not joking when I say this one is really the mother of all chains!
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 9k Yellow Gold Albert Chain, Watch Chain, Curb Link
Located in NEWARK, GB
This is a shorter length Albert chain at 13.6" total length. It has a lovely curb link chain with a rich golden glow, it features two antique 9kt gold clips.
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Double Albert Watch Rose Gold Chain, British Hallmarked 1919
Located in London, GB
Antique double Albert watch chain with T.bar in 9 carat rose gold, British Hallmarked Chester 1919, for that era each links has been hallmarked by Assay office. Albert watch chain w...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 18ct Rose Gold Double Albert Watch Chain, British Hallmarked, C-1900
Located in London, GB
Antique double Albert watch chain with T.bar in 18 carat rose gold. British hallmarked, for that era each link has been hallmarked by the Assay office. The Albert watch chain was na...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Sold
W 0.22 in L 16.54 in
Antique Victorian Pocket Watch Chain with British Hallmarked 18 Karat Gold, 1915
Located in London, GB
An 18 carat gold chain link necklace suspending a full gold sovereign coin dated 1912. The reverse of the sovereign coin depicts King George V in profile, the front shows St George s...
18k Gold, 22k Gold
Sold
W 0.14 in L 20.87 in
Matinee Length Fancy Fetter Watch or Guard Chain in Yellow Gold with Swivel Clip
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This is an old watch chain that long ago got separated from its watch. We added a dog (aka swivel) clip and now it's just as moderne and versatile as can be at 21" long and 3.5mm wi...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1830 Turquoise Lapel Gold Pocket Watch Bautte and Co with Chain and Locket
Located in Berkeley, CA
Josephine de Bauharnais could be wearing this incredible blue turquoise watch on an incredible dress... A yellow gold pocket watch made in Geneva Switzerland signed Jn, Fr, Bautte & ...
Turquoise, 18k Gold
9ct 375 Gold Antique Clasp, Rose Gold Chain & Fob Bar
Located in London, GB
9ct 375 Gold Antique Fob Bar,Rose Gold Chain & Clasp All three pieces are Fully Hallmarked In Excellent Condition Length 5cm x Width 3.7mm
9k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
9ct Rose Gold Edwardian Ladies Watch Chain & Fob
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite and delicate 9ct Rose Gold Edwardian Ladies watch chain with finely carved Carnelian Intaglio fob depicting the Greek God Hermes.
Carnelian, 9k Gold
Edwardian 9ct Yellow Gold Albert Watch Chain, 41.6 grams
Located in Glasgow, GB
An Edwardian 9ct yellow gold curb link double albert watch chain, with T-bar.
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian Fancy Link Rose Gold Watch Chain Necklace
Located in Rottedam, NL
An extremely rare and highly collectable early 1900's era chain necklace with an original bolt lock and extender. Made of 8ct rose gold this unusual chain is decorated with fancy li...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Edwardian 9ct Rose Gold Trombone Link Albert Watch Chain 17.5”
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A super Edwardian Albert chain, this heavy and long 9ct rose gold antique chain with alternating trombone & round uniform links is the dream trombone link antique chain. Every link i...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Spectacular Edwardian Fresh Water Pearl Gold Silver Lady Watch Chain
Located in Napoli, IT
A sought after Edwardian period lady's watch chain of timeless sensual beauty Hand crafted during 1900 ca of solid 18 KT gold, silver and fresh water pearls perfect to suspend you fa...
Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Edwardian 18ct Yellow Gold Trombone Link Albert Watch Chain, 52g, circa 1903
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A solid, heavy 18ct yellow gold antique Edwardian Albert chain with alternating trombone & round uniform links.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 15ct Yellow Gold Trombone Link Albert Watch Chain 56.5g circa 1910
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A super, heavy 15ct yellow gold antique Edwardian Albert chain with alternating trombone and three round uniform links.
Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 15ct Yellow Gold Trombone Link Albert Watch Chain 56.5g circa 1910
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A super, heavy 15ct yellow gold antique Edwardian Albert chain with alternating trombone and three round uniform links.
Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 9k 9ct Rose Gold Trombone Link Albert Watch Chain, Circa 1914
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A solid, 9k rose gold antique Edwardian Albert chain with alternating trombone and round uniform links with a T-bar.
9k Gold, Rose Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Edwardian Albert Pocket Watch Chain Necklace
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A super example, this antique Edwardian 18k yellow gold solid curb link Albert chain is 35cm/13 ½" long and weighs 46.4 grams.
18k Gold
Edwardian 9k Rose Gold Fancy Fetter Link Albert Watch Chain, 39.5g, Circa 1914
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A fantastic 9k rose gold antique Edwardian Albert chain with fancy fetter & lovers knot links.
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
English Edwardian 9 Karat Rose Gold Trombone Link Albert Watch Chain, circa 1907
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A solid, 9 karat rose gold antique Edwardian Albert chain with alternating trombone & round uniform links with a T-bar.
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Edwardian 9 Karat 9 Carat Gold Trombone Link Albert Watch Chain, 42g, circa 1901
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A solid, heavy 9 karat rose gold antique Edwardian Albert chain with alternating double trombone & round uniform links.
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Edwardian Mixed Metals Curb Link Watch Chain and Toggle Bar Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A lovely mixed metals watch chain from the Edwardian (ca1910) era! This beautiful curb link chain features a pattern of 14kt rose gold chain that alternates with sections of platinum...
Platinum, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
9ct Rose Gold Albert Watch Chain, 1904, 30.4g
Located in Glasgow, GB
An antique Edwardian 9ct mellow rose gold curb link albert watch chain, and T-bar.
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
9ct Yellow Gold Double Albert Watch Chain, 1905, 50.8g
Located in Glasgow, GB
An Edwardian 9ct yellow gold graduating curb link double albert watch chain, and T-bar.
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century 9ct Rose Gold Trombone Link Albert Watch Chain
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A solid, 9ct rose gold antique early 20th century Albert chain with alternating curved trombone and round uniform links with a T-bar. Every link is stamped ‘9' '375', the two swivel ...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century 9k 9ct Rose Gold Trombone Link Albert Watch Chain
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A solid, 9k rose gold antique early 20th century Albert chain with alternating trombone and round uniform links with a T-bar. Every link is stamped ‘9CT' the two swivel clips and t-...
Gold, 9k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Albert Watch Link Chain Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona Design Collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold 18" long Albert watch link chain necklace. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design an...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
CHRISTIAN DIOR burgundy CROCODILE LADY DIOR MEDIUM Tote Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Christian Dior Medium Lady Dior bag is crafted in glossy burgundy crocodile leather with a luxurious sheen. The structured silhouette is accented with two hard to...
Prada Dark Brown Leather East West Boston Shoulder bag 14p5
By Prada
Located in Dix hills, NY
Date Code/Serial Number: 113 Made In: Italy Measurements: Length: 13" Width: 4" Height: 7" Shoulder Handle Drop: 8" OVERALL GOOD+ CONDITION ( 7.25/10 or B+ ) Signs of Wear: ...
Unavailable|$9,740
Cartier Fidelity Heart Key Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Here we have a wonderfully rare 18ct yellow gold bracelet crafted by the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Cartier. This vintage piece is comprised of elongated, rectangular l...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,596Sale Price|20% Off
H 16 in L 18 in
Louis Vuitton LV x TM Murakami White Speedy Bandoulière 25 New 2025 Release
By Takashi Murakami, Louis Vuitton
Located in West Chester, PA
LOUIS VUITTON EXTREMELY LIMITED EDITION Remake of the original ICONIC Murakami White Multicolor Speedy Our pictures are of the actual bag you will receive Dimensions: 9.8" L x 7.5"...
GIA Certified 3ct Round-Cut Diamond Solitaire Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Commanding in presence and refined in detail, The Imperial Light solitaire signet ring is a masterclass in contemporary opulence. At its heart gleams a breathtaking 3-carat natural r...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold Stamped Victorian Curb Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Curb Bracelet 15ct Yellow Gold Stamped Circa 1880 This antique Victorian curb link bracelet is a true treasure. Crafted from 15ct yellow gold, this chunky design is sure...
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Rope Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
14k Yellow Gold Rope Necklace This stunning Yellow Gold Rope Necklace is in excellent condition and is ready to ship! Necklace Style: Rope Necklace Material: 14k Yellow Gold Neckla...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Gold Longuard Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Longuard chains are so versatile and can be worn in so many ways! This chain is modelled in 9ct gold and there is also a dog clip. Length: 147cm Width: 2.5mm Weight: 32.9g
Gold
Hermes Birkin 25 Rouge Exotic Lizard Bag Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
The Hermès Birkin 25 is presented here in Rouge Exotique lizard, a softened red tone that balances vibrancy with restraint. The color offers presence while remaining versatile, makin...
$1,490
Size: please refer to measurements
CLAIRE PETTIBONE 2015 Vanilla Cream Lace Bridal Gown Backless Wedding Dress
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Claire Pettibone Romantique Collection 2015 Sample Wedding Dress Vanilla Cream Like with all lighter neutrals, sometimes this leans more yellow, and sometimes this leans more ivory B...
Vintage Cuban 99.70 Grams 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Title: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Bracelet Style: Link Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dimension: 8*0.85*0.29IN Weight: 99.7 Grams Condition: Vintage And Estate Product ID: 5J796 Note: Pl...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Heavy Brushed Finished Link Toggle Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold 79.8 Grams
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat yellow gold toggle necklace featuring a brushed finish motif link weighing 79.8 grams, with two Cabochon Rubies on the lock. A very nice weight to this necklace. Links Measu...
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
An Important Giuliano Renaissance-Revival Brooch
By Giuliano
Located in London, GB
An important Giuliano Renaissance-Revival gold and enamel gem-set brooch, the brooch decorated with the figure of Venus enamelled en ronde bosse, holding up a diamond-set mirror and ...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k 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
New With Box Gucci Runway Leather Horsebit Heels Sz 10
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Horsebit Heels Brand New * Stunning Strappy Classic Gucci * Size U.S. 10 * 4" Heel * "Gucci" on Buckles * Gold Horsebit Detail at Heel back * Adjustable Straps * Gorgeous Burnt...
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.
Find antique Edwardian rings, bracelets, watches and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
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.
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
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