Emis Mobe Pearl And Diamond Hexagon Ear Clip
By Emis
Located in New York, NY
Emis Mobe Pearl And Diamond Hexagon Ear Clip Earrings In 18k Yellow Gold. The earrings are crafted
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
$12,998
H 2.5 in W 1.7 in
Vintage Emis Beros 18k Gold Emerald & Diamond Enamel Large Frog Toad Pin Brooch
By Emis
Located in Montclair, NJ
& Hook Closure Stamp: Emis - 18k Condition: Vintage. original finish & patina preserved. Excellent
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$7,989
H 1.8 in W 1.7 in
Emis Beros 18k Gold Onyx Diamond & Emerald Step Flared Design Deco Style Pendant
By Emis Beros
Located in Montclair, NJ
Inside Bail Dimensions: 15.7x8.4mm (approx.) Signature: EMIS - 18K Condition: Vintage. Excellent overall
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold
Emis Turquoise and Diamond Necklace
By Emis
Located in New York, NY
Emis Turquoise and Diamond Necklace Description: A striking design by Emis, this necklace features
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Textured 18K Yellow Gold Cufflinks by Emis Beros
By Emis Beros
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A pair of 18K yellow gold cuff links, measuring just over 1/2 an inch wide, and styled like square
Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s Emis Pair of Gold Bangle Bracelets
By Emis
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold. Signed by Emis Circa 1970s 6 7/8 inches
18k Gold
Emis Beros 18k Gold, Black Onyx and Diamond Earrings
By Emis Beros
Located in Palm Beach, FL
plate on the rear is stamped 18K EMIS. Gross weight 21.40 grams.
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Enamel
Emis Yellow Gold Woven Cufflinks Stud Set
By Emis
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold woven cufflinks and stud set by Emis. Cufflink top is 20mm x 13mm, back - 13mm x
Yellow Gold
Emis Sapphire Emerald Diamond Mother of Pearl Gold Brooch
By Emis
Located in New York, NY
An 18k yellow and white gold brooch by Emis, featuring emeralds, mother of pearl, sapphire
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold
Pair of Emis Beros 18K Gold Floral Motif Matching Bangle Bracelets
By Emis Beros
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This charming pair of 18K Yellow Gold bangles by designer Emis Beros, are adorned over their entire
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$8,500
H 0.5 in W 1 in L 1.88 in
Dramatic 18k Coral & Diamond Pendant By Emis Beros Shown on an Omega Choker
By Emis Beros
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This very dramatic vintage pendant by designer Emis Beros, is expertly crafted in 18k white gold
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Rare, 18k Yellow Gold 4.10 Cttw Diamond Double Panther Bracelet by Emis Beros
By Emis Beros
Located in Troy, MI
Emis Beros was an award-winning jewelry designer and manufacturer. Her career started under
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Pair of 18 Karat Gold and Onyx Cufflinks, Emis
By Emis Beros
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Pair of 18kt Gold and Onyx Cufflinks, Emis Set with oval black onyx each cufflink signed Emis and
18 Karat Yellow Gold Emis Beros Panther 1.95 Cttw Diamond Earrings
By Emis Beros
Located in Troy, MI
Emis Beros was an award-winning jewelry designer and manufacturer. Her career started under
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
18 Karat Yellow Gold Coral and 1.92 Cttw Diamond Brooch by Emis Beros
By Emis Beros
Located in Troy, MI
Emis Beros was an award-winning jewelry designer and manufacturer. Her career started under
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Emis Beros 0.85 Cttw Diamond and Emerald Panther Ring
By Emis Beros
Located in Troy, MI
Emis Beros was an award-winning jewelry designer and manufacturer. Her career started under
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1980s Onyx, Diamond & Emerald Brooch
By Emis
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with Onyx, Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold
Morganite Oval Stone in Diamond Mounting
By Emis
Located in New York, NY
Ring signed Emis in 18kt Yellow Gold and Diamond setting . High mounted with alternating Diamond
Morganite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond and Onyx 18k Yellow Gold Ring by Emis, circa 1970s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This glamorous and impressive 1970s Emis diamond and black onyx ring exudes elegance and
Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Emis Ancient Gold Coin Re-Strike 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cufflinks Set
By Emis
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Cufflinks by Emis 18k Yellow Gold Feature Restrikes of Ancient Coin Featuring Alexander
18k Gold
Emis Beros 11.71 Carat 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tanzanite Diamond Statement Ring
By Emis Beros
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Emis Beros 18 Karat yellow gold Diamond and Tanzanite wide band ring. The ring has a cushion shaped
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
Emis 18 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Emis Beros bangle bracelet in 18-karat yellow gold with emeralds and diamonds. The bracelet has 4 X
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
EMIS Coral Diamond Gold Earrings
By Emis
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 18 karat yellow gold, coral and diamond earrings. Emis. Circa 1980. Each set with a drop
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s EMIS Lapis Lazuli Diamond Gold Brooch
By Emis
Located in New York, NY
An 18K yellow gold, lapis lazuli and diamond brooch, Emis. Circa 1960 Designed as a floral spray
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emis Onyx Diamond Gold Earrings
By Emis
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Oval bull's eyes of 18k yellow gold are created by layering brilliant round diamonds, approximately
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emis X Onyx Gold Earrings
By Emis Beros
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
18k gold. Signed Emis.
Onyx, 18k Gold
EMIS BEROS Gold, Black Onyx and Diamond Necklace
By Emis Beros
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold and high karat gold, black onyx and diamond necklace, Emis Beros, circa
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Emis Beros Vintage Emerald 18 Karat Gold Elephant Animal Hoop Earrings
By Emis Beros
Located in Philadelphia, PA
18K for 18 karat gold Signed Emis for Emis Beros Circa: 1980s Posts measure 2.0 mm in thickness
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Emis Beros 18 Karat Yellow Gold 1.30 Cttw Diamond Unique Choker Necklace
By Emis Beros
Located in Troy, MI
Emis Beros was an award-winning jewelry designer and manufacturer. Her career started under
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emis Beros 18 Karat Yellow Gold Kunzite Ruby Diamond Serpentine Flower Brooch
By Emis Beros
Located in Troy, MI
Emis Beros was an award-winning jewelry designer and manufacturer. Her career started under
Diamond, Kunzite, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Turquoise, Sapphire and Diamond Earrings by Emis Beros
By Emis Beros
Located in Troy, MI
mystical associations. One of a Kind and made by Emis Beros, who was an award-winning jewelry designer and
Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emis Beros 18 Karat Yellow Gold Deco Style 8.50 Cttw Diamond Statement Bracelet
By Emis Beros
Located in Troy, MI
Emis Beros was an award-winning jewelry designer and manufacturer. Her career started under
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Domed 2.22 Cttw Diamond Button Earrings by Emis Beros
By Emis Beros
Located in Troy, MI
Emis Beros was an award-winning jewelry designer and manufacturer. Her career started under
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emis Beros 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wide 12.75 Cttw Diamond Statement Band Ring
By Emis Beros
Located in Troy, MI
Emis Beros was an award-winning jewelry designer and manufacturer. Her career started under
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold 15.50 Carat Kunzite and Diamond Earrings by Emis Beros
By Emis Beros
Located in Troy, MI
Emis Beros was an award-winning jewelry designer and manufacturer. Her career started under
Diamond, Kunzite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Epic! 18 Karat Yellow Gold Turquoise, Sapphire and Diamond Brooch by Emis Beros
By Emis Beros
Located in Troy, MI
inspired many mystical associations. One of a Kind and made by Emis Beros, who was an award-winning jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ultra Rare 18 Karat Tri Color 3.55 Cttw Diamond Tubagos Bracelet by Emis Beros
By Emis Beros
Located in Troy, MI
Emis Beros was an award-winning jewelry designer and manufacturer. Her career started under
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Contemporary Hinged Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
extra security. The underside of the clasp is stamped "18K" and "EMIS". A very fashionable piece, it
18k Gold
Sold
W 0.94 in L 16 in
Emis Beros Double Strand Pearl Necklace with Bold Diamond and Yellow Gold Clasp
By Emis Beros
Located in Palm Beach, FL
plate on the reverse side of the clasp is stamped EMIS 18K. Gross weight 101.30 grams.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Emis Beros 18k Gold and Black Opal Slab Cuff Links
By Emis Beros
Located in Palm Beach, FL
motif. The pair are stamped 18K and EMIS for the maker. Gross weight 21 grams.
Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold
Emis Beros Diamond Gold Earrings
By Emis Beros
Located in Miami, FL
18 Karat Yellow Gold Emis Diamond Earrings Featuring 60 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds with a Total
Diamond, 18k Gold
Emis Beros Gold and Black Enamel Cufflinks
By Emis Beros
Located in Palm Beach, FL
These handsome 18K Yellow Gold and Black Enamel Cufflinks by Emis Beros have a gold, triple
18k Gold, Enamel, Gold
Bold, 23mm White Coral Bead, 18K Yellow Gold & Diamond Necklace by Emis Beros
By Emis Beros
Located in Palm Beach, FL
diamond weight is 3.50ct of overall G/H color and VS1 clarity. Markings are 18K and EMIS on the plunger
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 0.63 in W 0.88 in L 1.25 in
Large Scale 18k Yellow Gold Angel Skin Coral and Diamond Earrings by Emis Beros
By Emis Beros
Located in Palm Beach, FL
. Stamped EMIS and 18K. Gross weight 26.40 grams. Also available is the matching ring by Emis Beros, sold
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Large Scale 18k Yellow Gold Angel Skin Coral and Diamond Ring by Emis Beros
By Emis Beros
Located in Palm Beach, FL
measures 1 1/8 inches by 9/16 inches. Stamped EMIS and 18k. Ring size is 7 1/4. Gross weight 16.55 grams
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Epic! 241 Grams of 18 Karat! 9.50 Cttw Diamond Wide Cuff Bracelet by Emis Beros
By Emis Beros
Located in Troy, MI
Emis Beros was an award-winning jewelry designer and manufacturer. Her career started under
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Striking EMIS 18K Lapis, Ruby and Diamond Tassel Necklace
By Emis Beros
Located in Houston, TX
18k Yellow Gold Lapis, Diamond, Ruby and Diamond Chain necklace with detachable tassel.
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby
Emis Gold Onyx Diamond Earrings
By Emis
Located in Lambertville, NJ
18k Gold Onyx earrings made by Emis. Set with 1.00ctw of G/VS diamonds. Posts are broken. Earrings
Diamond, Onyx, Gold
Stunning 18k and White Enamel Ring
By Emis Beros
Located in Houston, TX
18k and White Enamel Dome Ring, Signed EMIS, 18k
18k Gold
Citrine Aventurine Mother of Pearl Diamond Gold Floral Large Pin Brooch
Located in New York , NY
the widest point), weight - 86g. Signed "EMIS 18K" on the back.
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold
Diamond South Sea Pearl Gold Floral Pin Brooch
Located in New York , NY
"EMIS 18k" on reverse.
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Emis Onyx Diamond Gold Earrings
By Emis
Located in Lambertville, NJ
18k gold earrings,crafted by Emis, featuring onyx and approximately 0.50ctw in diamonds. Earrings
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
1980s Emis Gold Enamel Diamond Hoop Earrings
By Emis
Located in Lambertville, NJ
earrings measure 44mm x 30mm and weigh 60.1 grams. Marked: 18k, Emis.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Emis Onyx Diamond gold Cufflinks Stud Set
By Emis
Located in Lambertville, NJ
18k white gold cufflinks and studs set, crafted by Emis, decorated with onyx and approximately
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
18k and Mother of Pearl Emis Earrings
By Emis Beros
Located in Houston, TX
18k and M.O.P. Earrings
EMIS Diamond Brooch
By Emis Beros
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
A stunning brooch designed by Emis made of 18k yellow gold, and approximately 12 carats of
1960s Emis Carved Amethyst Diamond Gold Flower Pin
By Emis
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This pin was made by Emis of Palm Beach, Florida in the 1960's. It has a wonderful springtime feel
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
Fabulous Emis Lions Head Bracelet
By Emis Beros
Located in Houston, TX
18k and Platinum, Diamond, Emerald and Coral. Pave diamond approx 3.00 carats. Very Fine 4mm
Diamond, Emerald, Coral, 18k Gold, Platinum
Wonderful Emis Lion's Head Brooch
By Emis Beros
Located in Houston, TX
Wonderful Lion's Head Brooch,EMIS
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum
Emis Gold Ring With Mabe Pearl & Diamonds
By Emis Beros
Located in Houston, TX
Emis Gold Ring With Large Mabe Pearl & Diamonds
Cultured Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold
Striking Pair of Lions Head Earrings, Emis
Located in Houston, TX
18k Yellow and White Gold, Ruby, Emerald and Diamond Lion's Head Earrings. Signed: Emis
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold
Citrine and Diamond Ring
By Emis Beros
Located in Houston, TX
18k Vintage Citrine and Diamond Ring by Emis Diamonds 2.60 carats
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold
Stunning Diamond Gold Earrings
By Emis Beros
Located in Houston, TX
Emis 18 karat yellow god and diamond earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Chic Onyx Diamond Oval Gold Earrings
Located in Lambertville, NJ
. Earrings measure 30mm x 20mm. Marked: 18k EMIS. Weight: 20.8 grams
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Sold
W 0.75 in L 15 in
Van Cleef & Arpels & Emis Beros Collaboration One-of-a-Kind 18 Karat Gold Choker
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Palm Beach, FL
$55000. Unique and Stunning! Properly hallmarked. VCA B334A10 and Emis 18K. See photos.
Amethyst, Citrine, White Diamond, Garnet, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18...
Emis Gold Onyx Diamond Cufflinks Stud Dress Set
By Emis
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Classic 18k gold cufflinks and studs set, crafted by Emis, decorated with onyx and approximately
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Emis Beros 18 Karat Ruby and Diamond Double Cluster Flower Ring
By Emis Beros
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Emis Beros catered to the rich, famous and infamous! Celebrities flocked to her Palm Beach
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Estate Cartier 14K Gold Bars Pendant Clip Brooch, Circa 1940
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful estate Cartier solid and substantial gold bars pendant clip brooch composed of eight interconnected gold bars of rose and yellow gold. 1940's May be worn as a pendant or a...
14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
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
32.50 Carat Diamond Link Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This modern-made Edwardian-style necklace is made with 32.50 carats in 18-karat white gold. The design includes 30 links, each showcasing a central heart-shaped white diamond surroun...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1980s Diamond GIA No-Heat Sapphire 18k Gold Choker Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This lovely classic diamond, sapphire panther design gold necklace is gracefully crafted in 18k yellow gold. Centered with three oval-shaped genuine blue, yellow, and purple sapphir...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
X Pink Morpho
Located in Stockholm, SE
Exclusive original design by AtelierX . Burmese old roasted pigeon blood ruby 4.46 carats. Sweet and super positive, two carats or more with Gilder, AIGS certificate. Overall 141...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Titanium
$4,400Sale Price|20% Off
Set in 18K Gold, Zambian Emerald, Turquoise & Rose cut Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Emerald & Turquoise Cocktail Ring set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald is 3.18 carats. The Emerald is comp...
Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, 18k Gold
$36,400Sale Price|30% Off
NWT $52, 000 18KT 27.50CT Fancy Turquoise Sapphire Diamond Earrings Necklace Set
Located in New York, NY
The Following Items we are offering is a Pair of Rare 18KT Gold Large Turquoise Diamond Blue Sapphire Dangle Earrings and Necklace Set. This Magnificent Set is comprised of Finely Se...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
1.41 Carat Unheated Lavender Sapphire Cushion Three Stone Platinum Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills proudly presents a captivating three stone platinum engagement ring centered on a 1.41 carat unheated Lavender Sapphire, precision cut in a romantic cus...
Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum
David Webb Green Enamel and Gold Frog Pin Brooch Pendant
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
18k Yellow Gold "Lucky Frog" Ruby & Green Enamel Pin Brooch by David Webb. With 2 cabochon ruby stones: 6mm x 5mm. Stamped Hallmarks: Webb 18K MATERIAL: 18K Yellow Gold, green enamel...
Gold, Enamel
18 Karat Gold Necklace with Baroque Pearls, Sapphires, Tsavorites and Diamonds
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful 18 karat white gold collar necklace is designed with 22 semi Baroque Pearls , approximately 12mm. each. The pearls are connected by 18 kt white gold leaf sections with...
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
$39,600Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.1 in L 7.75 in
Boucheron 1937 Paris Art Deco Bracelet 18Kt Gold and 5.44 Ctw Diamonds & Rubies
By Boucheron
Located in Miami, FL
A bracelet designed by Boucheron. Extremely rare and beautiful bracelet, created during the art deco period in Paris France by the famous jewelry house of Boucheron, back in the 193...
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$18,000
David Webb Frog Brooch
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold, green enamel, and Cabochon Rubies for the eyes. Signed by David Webb 2 x 1 1/4 inch
Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel
$19,999
W 1.58 in L 1.01 in
Diamond Sapphire Gold Multi-strand Bead Necklace and Double Flower Brooches
Located in Miami, FL
Bask in the beauty of this refreshingly decadent Diamond Sapphire 18K Gold Flower Multistrand Ombre Necklace Brooch! This necklace has 5 ombre strands of light to dark-colored genu...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Certified 14.00 Carat Blue Sapphire 2.40 Carat Diamonds Gold Necklace
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite necklace within a sculpture of Sapphires and Diamonds, a masterpiece celebrating rare beauty and unparalleled craftsmanship. This design conveys a message of uniqueness....
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold
An 18k Gold Van Cleef & Arpels Frog Brooch with Enamel and Diamond
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A sweet 18k gold frog brooch with green enamel and diamond eyes, signed, numbered and dated: Van Cleef and Arpels, B4397.750 France, 1965 with the master mark Ste. J. for Atelier Jan...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
18k Gold Adler Genèva Sapphire & Diamond Necklace, Estate Sultan Oman, GRS cert.
By Adler
Located in Antwerp, BE
18 kt. Gold Adler Genèva Royal Blue 15.7 Carat Sapphire & 20 Carat Diamondd Necklace, Estate Sultan Oman With GRS certificate Sapphire: Royal Blue Natural octagonal step cut, vivid ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold
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.