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Cartier Gold Earrings with French Hallmarks and Original Box
Cartier Gold Earrings with French Hallmarks and Original Box

Cartier Gold Earrings with French Hallmarks and Original Box

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

Elegant Cartier earrings, signed, numbered, and bearing French hallmarks, confirming authenticity

Category

2010s French Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

18K White Gold Diamond Bangle — ≈1.00 ct, French Hallmark
18K White Gold Diamond Bangle — ≈1.00 ct, French Hallmark

18K White Gold Diamond Bangle — ≈1.00 ct, French Hallmark

Located in MONTMORENCY, FR

gold — French hallmark. Gemstones: pavé-set round brilliant melee diamonds, total weight approx. 1.00

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tubogas Graduated Necklace in 18K Gold French Hallmarks Tête d'Aigle
Tubogas Graduated Necklace in 18K Gold French Hallmarks Tête d'Aigle

Tubogas Graduated Necklace in 18K Gold French Hallmarks Tête d'Aigle

Located in Mārupe, LV

French gold hallmarks, including the prestigious Tête d'Aigle, attesting to its quality and origin

Category

Mid-20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

18K White Gold Diamond Bangle — ~1.00 ct (32 diamonds), French Hallmark
18K White Gold Diamond Bangle — ~1.00 ct (32 diamonds), French Hallmark

18K White Gold Diamond Bangle — ~1.00 ct (32 diamonds), French Hallmark

Located in MONTMORENCY, FR

wearability. French assay mark guarantees the metal fineness. Specifications Metal: 18K white gold. French

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Estate 6.87 Total Carat Diamond French Hallmark Dome Ring White Gold
Estate 6.87 Total Carat Diamond French Hallmark Dome Ring White Gold

Estate 6.87 Total Carat Diamond French Hallmark Dome Ring White Gold

Located in Miami, FL

This stunning 18 karat white gold French hallmark dome ring is truly breathtaking! It has an 1.49

Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique French Hallmarked 18ct White Gold Diamond Drop Earrings Circa 1920
Antique French Hallmarked 18ct White Gold Diamond Drop Earrings Circa 1920

Antique French Hallmarked 18ct White Gold Diamond Drop Earrings Circa 1920

Located in Brighton, GB

French Antique Diamond Drop Earrings Circa 1920 18ct White Gold Marked with the French eagle’s

Category

Early 20th Century French Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18ct Gold French Hallmarked, Edwardian Ruby & Pearl Ring with Feather shoulders
18ct Gold French Hallmarked, Edwardian Ruby & Pearl Ring with Feather shoulders

18ct Gold French Hallmarked, Edwardian Ruby & Pearl Ring with Feather shoulders

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Ring 18ct Rose Gold French Hallmarked Circa 1910 Step back in time with this exquisite

Category

Early 20th Century French Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18ct Gold French Hallmarked, 1980s 2 Carat Sapphire & 2.5 Carat Diamond Ring
18ct Gold French Hallmarked, 1980s 2 Carat Sapphire & 2.5 Carat Diamond Ring

18ct Gold French Hallmarked, 1980s 2 Carat Sapphire & 2.5 Carat Diamond Ring

Located in Brighton, GB

Vintage Tiered Cluster Ring 18ct Gold French Hallmarked Circa 1980s Introducing a stunning 18ct

Category

Late 20th Century French Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

18 Kt Gold 1.7 Ct Loupe Clean Diamonds & Amethyst Ring with French Hallmarks
18 Kt Gold 1.7 Ct Loupe Clean Diamonds & Amethyst Ring with French Hallmarks

18 Kt Gold 1.7 Ct Loupe Clean Diamonds & Amethyst Ring with French Hallmarks

Located in Antwerp, BE

Amazing 18 Kt Gold Diamond & Amethyst Ring with French Hallmarks Looks like it is comes from a

Category

20th Century French Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Longines 18Kt. Yellow Gold Men's Wrist Watch, French Hallmarked 1930's
Longines 18Kt. Yellow Gold Men's Wrist Watch, French Hallmarked 1930's

Longines 18Kt. Yellow Gold Men's Wrist Watch, French Hallmarked 1930's

By Longines

Located in Long Beach, CA

made, including the French Hallmarked case. The high grade movement is in great condition and the watch

Category

Vintage 1930s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Cartier Pave Set 6.60ct Diamond Chalice Ring in 18k White Gold, French Hallmarks
Cartier Pave Set 6.60ct Diamond Chalice Ring in 18k White Gold, French Hallmarks

Cartier Pave Set 6.60ct Diamond Chalice Ring in 18k White Gold, French Hallmarks

By Cartier

Located in Philadelphia, PA

color and VS clarity pave set in 18k white gold. Signed "CARTIER", and numbered "00540A" with French

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Gold Victorian French Squirrel Medallion
18K Gold Victorian French Squirrel Medallion

18K Gold Victorian French Squirrel Medallion

Located in Venice, CA

grams. It is marked with a French hallmark in a diamond, and the French hallmark for 18k gold.

Category

Antique 1890s French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

1940s Vintage French 18k Yellow Gold Fringe Necklace
1940s Vintage French 18k Yellow Gold Fringe Necklace

1940s Vintage French 18k Yellow Gold Fringe Necklace

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An exceptional, fine and impressive vintage French import 18 carat yellow gold fringe necklace

Category

20th Century French Link Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Antique French 18k Yellow Gold Cufflinks Circa 1910
Antique French 18k Yellow Gold Cufflinks Circa 1910

Antique French 18k Yellow Gold Cufflinks Circa 1910

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

. The cufflinks are hallmarked to each link with the French hallmark for 18k gold (eagle's head

Category

Vintage 1910s French Cufflinks

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1950s Vintage French Ruby and Diamond Gold Bracelet
1950s Vintage French Ruby and Diamond Gold Bracelet

1950s Vintage French Ruby and Diamond Gold Bracelet

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

tongue of the clasp with the French hallmark for 18k gold (eagle's head), struck three times. This

Category

Vintage 1950s French Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique French 18K Gold Filigree Necklace – Belle Epoque Chain
Antique French 18K Gold Filigree Necklace – Belle Epoque Chain

Antique French 18K Gold Filigree Necklace – Belle Epoque Chain

Located in Antwerp, BE

- Antique Material : 18K yellow gold Hallmark : French eagle head Shipping: We will insure this

Category

Early 20th Century French Victorian Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Cufflinks, French Design, Circa 1960, Men's
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Cufflinks, French Design, Circa 1960, Men's

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Cufflinks, French Design, Circa 1960, Men's

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

the French hallmark for 18k gold (eagle's head). Condition These impressive vintage French cufflinks

Category

Vintage 1960s French Cufflinks

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Gold French Oriental Bangle Bracelet
Victorian 18 Karat Gold French Oriental Bangle Bracelet

Victorian 18 Karat Gold French Oriental Bangle Bracelet

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Millimeters Weight: 18 Gr. Weight: 0. 605 Oz. French hallmarks: 750 for 18 karat gold. Made in France Circa

Category

Vintage 1930s French Victorian Bangles

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Antique French 18K Gold Stickpin with Ice Skates
Antique French 18K Gold Stickpin with Ice Skates

Antique French 18K Gold Stickpin with Ice Skates

Located in Philadelphia, PA

. Fineness: Marked with French gold hallmarks for 18k fineness. Measurements: Length: ca. 78.1 mm Width: ca

Category

20th Century French Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

French Retro Citrine Gold Brooch
French Retro Citrine Gold Brooch

French Retro Citrine Gold Brooch

Located in New York City, NY

citrines and an elegant flowing design. Great workmanship throughout. Hallmarks: French 18K gold assay

Category

Vintage 1940s Brooches

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold

1930s French Diamond Platinum Set Rose Gold Cufflinks
1930s French Diamond Platinum Set Rose Gold Cufflinks

1930s French Diamond Platinum Set Rose Gold Cufflinks

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

optical illusion of the three dimensions. The hallmarked 14k rose gold hinged tapering connector bar

Category

Vintage 1930s French Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

Vintage French Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Ring
Vintage French Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Ring

Vintage French Emerald and Diamond Yellow Gold Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

impressive half eternity ring is struck with the French hallmark for 18k gold (eagle's head). This

Category

Vintage 1980s French Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Antique Victorian Pencil Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Retractable Jewelry
French Antique Victorian Pencil Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Retractable Jewelry

French Antique Victorian Pencil Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Retractable Jewelry

Located in Torrance, CA

: 18 karat yellow gold. The pendant features double eagle French hallmarks for 18k gold.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 18k Gold Platinum Emerald Diamond Bracelet Vintage Jewelry
French 18k Gold Platinum Emerald Diamond Bracelet Vintage Jewelry

French 18k Gold Platinum Emerald Diamond Bracelet Vintage Jewelry

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

diamond bracelet is stamped with the workshop mark “GR” and French hallmarks for 18k gold and platinum

Category

Vintage 1960s French Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage French 18k Yellow Gold Bird Cufflinks, Circa 1950, Unisex
Vintage French 18k Yellow Gold Bird Cufflinks, Circa 1950, Unisex

Vintage French 18k Yellow Gold Bird Cufflinks, Circa 1950, Unisex

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

cufflink secures to the reverse with a hinged T-bar, hallmarked with the French hallmark for 18k gold

Category

Vintage 1950s French Cufflinks

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Diamond and White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
French Diamond and White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring

French Diamond and White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

struck with the French hallmarks for 18k gold (eagle's head) and platinum (dog's head). This antique

Category

Vintage 1930s French Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

18k Antique gold locket - French solid gold - Napoleon III pendant - Victorian
18k Antique gold locket - French solid gold - Napoleon III pendant - Victorian

18k Antique gold locket - French solid gold - Napoleon III pendant - Victorian

Located in Antwerp, BE

initials A.B. This stunning locket is hallmarked with French 'Charançon' and is in very good condition

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

French Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Virgin Mary Charm Pendant, 1970s
French Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Virgin Mary Charm Pendant, 1970s

French Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Virgin Mary Charm Pendant, 1970s

Located in Antwerp, BE

karat solid yellow gold around the 1970's and hallmarked with a French eagle head and a makers mark. On

Category

Vintage 1960s French Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage French 18K solid yellow Gold Virgin Mary Charm Pendant
Vintage French 18K solid yellow Gold Virgin Mary Charm Pendant

Vintage French 18K solid yellow Gold Virgin Mary Charm Pendant

Located in Antwerp, BE

-catching look. This love medallion is crafted in 18 karat solid yellow gold and hallmarked with a French

Category

Vintage 1960s French Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18K Gold French Coral Ball Dangle Earrings, 1870
Victorian 18K Gold French Coral Ball Dangle Earrings, 1870

Victorian 18K Gold French Coral Ball Dangle Earrings, 1870

Located in Venice, CA

of larger balls has a French Eagle head hallmark for 18K gold also dating these to around 1870

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Vintage Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Golden Apple Charm/ Pendant.
French Vintage Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Golden Apple Charm/ Pendant.

French Vintage Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Golden Apple Charm/ Pendant.

By Cartier

Located in San Francisco, CA

Cartier 18K Gold Double C Apple Pendant – French Hallmarked An iconic and beautifully sculptural

Category

Early 2000s French Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage French 18k Gold Diamond Coral Cobra Snake Ring
Vintage French 18k Gold Diamond Coral Cobra Snake Ring

Vintage French 18k Gold Diamond Coral Cobra Snake Ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This French 18k gold coral and diamond snake ring exemplifies the sculptural design language of

Category

Vintage 1970s French Fashion Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold

French Retro Chalcedony Gold Cufflinks
French Retro Chalcedony Gold Cufflinks

French Retro Chalcedony Gold Cufflinks

Located in New York City, NY

. Hallmarks: French 18K gold assay marks, maker's mark.

Category

Vintage 1940s Cufflinks

Materials

Chalcedony, 18k Gold

French Pearl and Diamond and Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
French Pearl and Diamond and Rose Gold Cocktail Ring

French Pearl and Diamond and Rose Gold Cocktail Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

of the shank with the French hallmark for 18k gold (eagle's head). This pearl ring with diamonds is

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

French 2.15 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
French 2.15 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring

French 2.15 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

the French hallmark for 18k gold (eagle's head). This impressive multi row diamond ring in yellow

Category

Vintage 1980s French Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

French Diamond and Yellow and White Gold Cocktail Ring
French Diamond and Yellow and White Gold Cocktail Ring

French Diamond and Yellow and White Gold Cocktail Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

exterior of the shank with the maker's mark and the French hallmarks for 18k gold (eagle). This impressive

Category

Vintage 1980s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

French Vintage Cuff Bracelet 18k Yellow Gold Wide Bangle Hinged Clasp
French Vintage Cuff Bracelet 18k Yellow Gold Wide Bangle Hinged Clasp

French Vintage Cuff Bracelet 18k Yellow Gold Wide Bangle Hinged Clasp

Located in Mārupe, LV

diameter, offering a classic cuff fit. Authenticity is confirmed by French gold hallmarks, attesting to its

Category

Vintage 1960s French Modern Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

1850s French 18K Yellow Gold Multi-color Gemstone Enamel Brooch
1850s French 18K Yellow Gold Multi-color Gemstone Enamel Brooch

1850s French 18K Yellow Gold Multi-color Gemstone Enamel Brooch

Located in New York, NY

: Overall - 36mm x 34mm (1.41” x 1.34”) Hallmark: French Gold Hallmark

Category

Antique 1850s French Victorian Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Rubelite, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

1990s French 1.55 Carat Diamond and White Gold Pendant
1990s French 1.55 Carat Diamond and White Gold Pendant

1990s French 1.55 Carat Diamond and White Gold Pendant

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

very good gauge of gold and are in excellent condition with clear French hallmarks to the clasp

Category

1990s French Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1940s, French 1.96 Carat Diamond and White Gold Stud Earrings
1940s, French 1.96 Carat Diamond and White Gold Stud Earrings

1940s, French 1.96 Carat Diamond and White Gold Stud Earrings

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

with the French maker's mark and French hallmark for 18k gold (eagle's head). The platinum butterfly

Category

Vintage 1940s French Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique 18ct Gold French, Victorian Hardstone Lady Cameo Portrait Brooch
Antique 18ct Gold French, Victorian Hardstone Lady Cameo Portrait Brooch

Antique 18ct Gold French, Victorian Hardstone Lady Cameo Portrait Brooch

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Cameo Brooch 18ct Gold French Hallmarked Circa 1880 This exquisite antique brooch is a

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Antique French Seed Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Brooch
Antique French Seed Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Brooch

Antique French Seed Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Brooch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

An impressive antique French seed pearl and 0.25 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold brooch; part

Category

Antique 1890s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Black Onyx Gold Bead Bracelet 18k French Retro Jewelry
Vintage Black Onyx Gold Bead Bracelet 18k French Retro Jewelry

Vintage Black Onyx Gold Bead Bracelet 18k French Retro Jewelry

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

bracelet is made of 18 karat (French hallmark) yellow gold, platinum (French hallmark), black onyx and

Category

Vintage 1950s French Retro Retro Bracelets

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique French Seed Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Cross Pendant
Antique French Seed Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Cross Pendant

Antique French Seed Pearl and Diamond Yellow Gold Cross Pendant

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

reverse of the pendant is hallmarked with the French hallmark for 18k gold (eagle's head) and lozenge

Category

Vintage 1910s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage French 4.06 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Earrings
Vintage French 4.06 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Earrings

Vintage French 4.06 Carat Diamond and Yellow Gold Earrings

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

post and hinged catch fastening. The reverse of each setting bears the French hallmarks for 18k gold

Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique French Diamond and White Gold Solitaire Ring, Circa 1920
Antique French Diamond and White Gold Solitaire Ring, Circa 1920

Antique French Diamond and White Gold Solitaire Ring, Circa 1920

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

into the plain 18 karat white gold shank. The exterior of the ring shank is hallmarked with the French

Category

Vintage 1920s French Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage French Ruby and Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
Vintage French Ruby and Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Bird Brooch

Vintage French Ruby and Emerald 18k Yellow Gold Bird Brooch

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

this impressive brooch is hallmarked with the French hallmark for 18k gold (eagle's head). This

Category

Vintage 1960s French Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Late Victorian French Rose Gold Diamond Dangling Earrings
Late Victorian French Rose Gold Diamond Dangling Earrings

Late Victorian French Rose Gold Diamond Dangling Earrings

Located in New York, NY

weighing a total of 0.40 carats. French hallmarks for 18k gold are stamped on the ear wire. The earrings

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Late Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage French 18k Gold Gemstones Earrings Signed MBM
Vintage French 18k Gold Gemstones Earrings Signed MBM

Vintage French 18k Gold Gemstones Earrings Signed MBM

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

stamped with MBM maker's mark, French hallmark for 18k gold. Elegant, timeless and wearable, the earrings

Category

Vintage 1970s French More Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Citrine, Ruby, Amethyst, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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French Hallmarks Gold For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact piece of french hallmarks gold you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using 18k Gold, Gold and Yellow Gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect item from our selection of french hallmarks gold may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing choice in our collection of french hallmarks gold — no matter the origin — is easy, but Cartier, Guy Laroche and Longines each produced a popular version that is worth a look. An object in our assortment of french hallmarks gold can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 10 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also old mine cut and old european cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for an option in this array of french hallmarks gold, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a French Hallmarks Gold?

The price for a piece of french hallmarks gold starts at $465 and tops out at $35,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $3,600.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

Questions About French Hallmarks Gold
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, most Turkish gold is hallmarked. You can read the hallmark and learn the classification of gold. A 10k gold piece will be labeled 417, 14k gold will say 585 and 18k gold will have 750 on it. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary Turkish gold from top sellers around the world.