Unavailable|$1,900
Antique Georgian 18 Karat Gold and Yellow Agate Intaglio Fob Seal
Located in London, GB
The support comprising 4 mythological marine serpents to a heavy 5 stepped frame base. The Intaglio Crest with a Shield of 4 divisions, a lion, 3 birds, a cross, 2 leopard heads with...
Agate, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$1,800
Antique Georgian 18 Karat Gold and Smokey Quartz Intaglio Fob Seal
Located in London, GB
The support of Gothic Revival form to a shell motif frame base. The attractive Smokey Quartz (sometimes called Smokey Topaz) is deeply engraved with a swirling Crest containing a win...
Quartz, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$1,590
Early Victorian Carved Wax Seal Fob
Located in New York, NY
A superb, extra-large silver and carved watch chain wax seal fob. The carved intaglio depicts a
Quartz, Sterling Silver
Unavailable|$1,600
Antique Victorian 18 Karat Gold and White Agate Intaglio Swivel Fob Seal
Located in London, GB
The foliate support holding a White Agate engraved with a fine portrait of Julius Caesar wearing the Laurel Wreath Crown and on the reverse are entwined initials supporting an Englis...
Agate, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$1,400
Large Antique Georgian 18 Karat Gold and White Agate Intaglio Fob Seal
Located in London, GB
The support comprising 8 long leaf shaped straps in a design referred to as a "lantern seal". The White Agate is skilfully engraved with 2 hunting dogs, one seated and the other lyin...
Agate, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$1,000
Antique Georgian Heraldic Seal Fob "Loyalty = Right"
Located in Sale, Cheshire
An incredible Georgian seal fob set with an intaglio carved yellow agate in the base. It features
Agate, 15k Gold
Unavailable|$1,575
Vintage Turquoise, 18k Yellow Gold Fob Pendant
Located in Pleasant Hill, CA
Featuring (1) round turquoise cabochon, 18.6 mm, set in an 18k yellow gold textured leaf and grape motif cap mounting, 20 X 27.4 mm, marked 750, with hallmarks, Gross Weight: 13.41 g...
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$330
Antique Gold-Plated Fronted Ornate Fob Seal
Located in Carlisle, GB
Some light marks on the crystal glass as shown. Visible signs of ageing and wear with some tarnish on the gold plating metal. Please study the images carefully as form part of the de...
Gold Plate
Unavailable|$330
Antique Ornate Silver Gilt Carnelian Fob Seal Pendant
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful antique fob seal pendant is in in good shape for its age. Some tarnishes on the
Carnelian, Silver Plate
Unavailable|$1,577
Edwardian 18 Carat Gold Citrine Fob Seal, circa 1902
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
An impressive early Edwardian 18ct yellow gold citrine set fob seal dating from 1902. The original
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$1,199
Vintage Glass 18K Yellow Gold Pitcher Fob / Pendant
Located in Pleasant Hill, CA
Designed an 18k yellow gold pitcher, 41 X 31 X 21 mm, accented by alternating pink and blue glass stones, Hallmarks, Gross Weight 9.70 grams.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$117
Small Antique Ornate Gold Pocket Watch Key / Fob
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful and small antique pocket watch key with a clear white and green paste is measured 31mm from the loop to the bottom. It is a pre-owned condition as shown. Please stud...
Gold
Unavailable|$1,500
Antique Georgian "First Roman Triumvirate" Intaglio Seal Fob Pendant
Located in Sale, Cheshire
, and was assassinated on the Ides of March in 44 BC. This fob dates from the Georgian period, circa
Base Metal
Unavailable|$1,595
Vintage Glass, 18K Yellow Gold Large “Crown” Fob/Pendant
Located in Pleasant Hill, CA
Featuring (5) oval pink glass stones, with imitation pearl beads, set in an 18k yellow gold crown style mounting, 29 X 26 X 22 mm, marked 750, Gross Weight 14.85 grams.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Period Silver Turquoise Watch Key / Fob Pendant
Located in Carlisle, GB
This stunning piece is measured approximately 42mm long 14mm wide and weigh 8 grams. It is a Pre-owned antique condition with some tiny scratches and tiny dents as shown. Please stu...
Turquoise, Silver
Edwardian Antique Sterling Silver Fob Chain Cowra Calendonian Society Hallmarked
Located in Mona Vale, NSW
depicting a wreath and the Scottish Thistle. The medallion is attached to a sterling silver fob chain that
Sterling Silver
Unavailable|$1,150
Georgian/Regency Little Dog Fob Pearl Ruby 18 Karat Gold
Located in Napoli, IT
novelty piece to display as charm or fob Fine condition throughout Further Details Below Metal: 18 Kt
Pearl, Ruby, Gold
Antique Victorian Spinner Fob Photo Locket 15ct Yellow Gold c1880s Sardonyx
Located in Mona Vale, NSW
Here we present a gorgeous, Victorian, spinner Fob with photo Locket. It has so many features, that
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$1,195
Vintage Glass, 18K Yellow Gold Large “Floral Ball” Fob/Pendant
Located in Pleasant Hill, CA
Featuring several round multi-colored glass stones, set in an 18k yellow gold multi-flower ball, 24.2 mm, Italian hallmarks, 750, Gross Weight 8.87 grams.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$344
Victorian 9 Karat Gold Carnelian Pocket Watch Key Fob / Pendant
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful piece weighs 3.4 grams and measured 45mm tall unmarked but tested. It is a pre-owned condition with some dents, cracks and tiny scratches on the gold metal case as sh...
Carnelian, 9k Gold
Unavailable|$482
Victorian 9 Karat Gold Green Agate Antique Watch Fob Pendant
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful and small piece is measured 22mm long 14mm wide and weigh 3.6 grams. It is in good pre-owned condition. Please study the images carefully as form part of the descript...
Agate, 9k Gold
Victorian Gold Filled Sardonyx and Bloodstone Pocket Watch Key / Fob Pendant
Located in Carlisle, GB
This stunning stone set swivel fob with watch key. For watch chain or pendant. Set with a polished
Onyx, Gold-filled
Antique 15ct Gold Masonic Compasses Pendant Fob c1876 Rose 625 Purity Freemason
Located in Camelford, GB
SOLID GOLD RARE ANTIQUE FREEMASON PENDANT / FOB DETAILS Material: 15ct (625/000) Solid Rosey Yellow
Gold, 15k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 18K gold turquoise carnelian seal fob pendant “as free as a leaf”
Located in Versailles, FR
fob pendant, a true testament to the artistry of the 19th century. Adorned with delicate golden floral
Carnelian, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Victorian Gold Mini Chalcedony Fob Seal with Carved Forget Me Not, circa 1880
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A delightfully dainty and rare Victorian 9ct gold fob seal that has a masterfully carved forget me
Chalcedony, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Blue Paste Gold Cased Trumpet Watch Key Fob Pendant Charm
Located in Carlisle, GB
This ornate Antique Victorian Watch Key Pendant features a light blue Paste on the base and wonderful detailing throughout, modelled in finely engraved and carefully carved Gold case...
Gold Plate
Antique Victorian Pink Paste Gold Cased Trumpet Watch Key Fob Pendant Charm
Located in Carlisle, GB
This ornate Gold Antique Victorian Watch Key Pendant features a dark pink Paste on the base and wonderful detailing throughout, modelled in finely engraved and carefully carved Gold ...
Gold
6.61 carat blue moonstone, Akoya pearls on a handmade 14k necklace by G&G Studio
By Glitter and Gold Studio
Located in Seattle, WA
vintage watch fob chain) design allows this necklace to be worn in countless different ways, and the
Moonstone, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Rose Gold, White Gold
Antique 9ct Gold Bellows Pendant Charm Fob c1850 375 Purity Pocketwatch Necklace
Located in Camelford, GB
ANTIQUE GOLD FIRE BELLOWS CHARM FOB / PENDANT DETAILS Material: 9ct (375/000) Solid Yellow Gold
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Gold Coffee Pot Pendant Charm Fob c1890 375 Purity Bracelet Necklace
Located in Camelford, GB
ANTIQUE GOLD LARGE COFFEE POT CHARM FOB / PENDANT DETAILS Material: 9ct (375/000) Solid Rose / Yellow
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Link Chain / Fob Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Link Chain / Fob Necklace. This classic necklace
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Engraved Chain Watch Fob Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Engraved Chain Watch Fob Necklace - 15 inches. This
Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco 10k/14k Yellow Gold T Link Drop Watch Fob Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 10K/14K Yellow Gold T Link Drop Watch Fob Necklace - 13 inches. This
Yellow Gold
Sold|$15,500
Longchain Coin Fob Necklace by Bvlgari
By Bulgari
Located in San Antonio, TX
18kt gold longchain necklace, suspending an ancient coin set in a fob bezel. Necklace is 35-1/2” in
18k Gold
Antique Carnelian and Bloodstone Spinning Fob Necklace
Located in London, GB
Here we have a chic and stylish necklace dating back to the early stages of the 20th century. The
Carnelian, Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Sterling Silver Choker Link Chain Watch Fob Necklace c1880s
Located in Montreal, QC
Fabulous Sterling Silver watch chain Necklace with distinctive elaborate fetter links; measuring
Victorian English 9ct Yellow Gold Watch Fob Chain Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
This rare watch fob necklace in a deep yellow color, with cable link chain, each stamped with 9c
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Scottish Art Deco 9ct Rose Gold Watch Fob Chain Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
This rare watch fob necklace in a rose gold, with trombone link chain, each stamped with 9c, Albert
9k Gold, Rose Gold
British, Victorian 9ct Rose Gold Watch Fob Chain Heart Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
This rare watch fob necklace in a rose gold, with cable link chain, each stamped with 9c, Albert
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Edwardian Bloodstone and Carnelian Fob Pendant
Located in London, GB
Here we have a chic and stylish spinning fob necklace. Each aspect of this piece dates back to the
Carnelian, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Shakudo Dragon Fob and Chain Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
. It has become very collectible and quite unusual. This incredible mixed metals fob necklace from
14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Sold|$1,956
Vintage Fob Charm Necklace
Located in London, GB
This is a vintage 9ct yellow gold belcher charm necklace. The necklace has an antique fob suspended
Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$2,350
Antique Carnelian Fob Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1870s, 14k. This antique fob is a perfect “found object” pendant. Wonderfully decorated with
Carnelian, 14k Gold
Sold|$1,375
French Victorian Bloodstone Gold Fob
Located in South Pasadena, CA
French Victorian Gold and Bloodstone Fob For sure very nice by itself or as a very fine piece to
18k Gold
Vintage Blood Stone Fob Black Enamel Necklace
Located in Montgomery, AL
We are loving this minimalist Victorian era necklace. She is absolutely perfect to wear alone
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian 9ct Gold Carnelian Fob Charm Necklace
Located in London, GB
Our exquisite Victorian Carnelian Fob Charm Necklace features a central carnelian. Cherished for
Carnelian, Gold
Sold|$1,575
Antique Gold Fob Charity Never Faileth
Located in Baltimore, MD
Handsome Victorian 15K gold fob set with a chalcedony stone engraved with the initials "FDD" and
Chalcedony, 15k Gold
Multicolored Moonstone Necklace Antique Gilt White Agate Fob Pendant
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Elise IV Necklace. Autumn multi-colored moonstone of russet, grays, brown and whites are hand
Agate, Labradorite, Moonstone, Vermeil, Sterling Silver, Gilt Metal
Victorian Agate Spinner Fob Locket and Braided Chain Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
stunning agate spinner fob locket necklace from the Victorian (ca1880) era! Crafted in 14kt yellow gold
Agate, 14k Gold
Victorian Rock Crystal Spinner Fob zGold Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1870s, 14k. This Victorian rock crystal fob makes a unique and charming pendant. Featuring
Rock Crystal, 14k Gold
Sold|$1,400
Antique Hidden Seal Fob World Globe Pendant
Located in Darnestown, MD
Most unusual globe pendant in that rather than the usual open interior, this has a hinged triangle of three agate stones. The meaning or purpose is unclear but it certainly makes a g...
Agate, 18k Gold
Sold|$1,650
Antique Fob Pendant
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1910, 18k. This antique fob is wonderfully decorated with enamel and set a finely colored
Lapis Lazuli, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Moonstone FOB, Morganite, Super 7 Mala / Prayer / Meditation Necklace
By Kiersten Elizabeth
Located in Southport, CT
The only place you will find Fine Jewelry Mala Necklaces, used for prayer and meditation practices
Moonstone, Morganite, 14k Gold, Gold-filled, Rose Gold
Victorian Sterling Silver and Carnelian Lion-Form Fob/Seal
Located in New York, NY
Victorian sterling silver and carnelian figural fob/seal in the form of a lion, Scotland, Ca. 1880
Carnelian, Sterling Silver
Chunky Antique 9ct Gold Trombone Link Chain Necklace with Fob Seal
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Chunky Antique 9ct Gold Trombone Link Chain Necklace with a Carnelian and Bloodstone Spinning Fob
Carnelian, Gold, 9k Gold
Sold|$482
Vintage Masonic Fob Pendant
Located in London, GB
This is a vintage 9ct yellow gold masonic fob pendant. The bottom of the fob features an oval flat
Carnelian, Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 14 Karat Yellow Gold Twisted Rope Antique Fob Chain Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a 1.5 mm twisted rope chain Terminating with a hinged fob lobster clasp Stamped for
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow 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.
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.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
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Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
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After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.