Cartier Meli Melo Chalcedony Tourmaline Garnet Diamond Platinum Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
Platinum Meli Melo Diamond Pink Sapphire Band Ring by Cartier. With 3 round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color total weight approx .24 ct 3 pick sapphires (Oval, pear shape...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Platinum
French Renaissance Revival Convertible Pendant Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
France, circa 1860 This antique 18K gold and silver pendant / brooch is designed in the Renaissance style of the 1500s.
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
French Ribbed Gold Circle Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Elegant French Ribbed Gold Circle Brooch from the 1950's set with semiprecious stones such as amythest, garnet, tourmaline and blue zircon. 1.25". 1950's France.
Amethyst, Garnet, Tourmaline, Blue Zircon, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Isaky Paris Gold Tone Dangle Earrings with Resin Garnet, Circa 1980s
By Isaky Paris
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Isaky Paris Gold Tone Dangling Earrings Circa 1980s. Gold Tone with Frosted Resin and Garnet Middle Color and Faux Horn Dangling Pieces. These are just spectacular. Clip On. ...
Mixed Metal
Elaborate 19th Century French Silver Lapis Letter Opener
Located in Riverdale, NY
Elaborate 19th Century Sterling Silver Gothic Revivial Lapis Lazuli and Garnet Letter Opener. French in origin set with large lapis lazuli and garnet cabochons in elaborate silver Re...
Garnet, Lapis Lazuli, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique 18 K Lyre Gold Brooch Apollos Instrument Flowers Diamonds Silver Garnet
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This unusual musical brooch was created in the third quarter of the 19th century out of 18 karat yellow gold. Around a pole with two acorns to either end golden foliage is wrapped ar...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
French Antique Multi Gemstone Cufflinks
Located in London, GB
Colour: G-H, Clarity: VS-SI Marked: French 18ct Gold Assay Marks Box: Plain Gift Box
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Diamond, Peridot, Mandarin Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold,...
French Renaissance Revival "Holbeinesque" Demi-Parure
Located in New York, NY
This extravagant French Renaissance Revival "Holbeinesque" demi-parure dating from circa 1870 consists of a day/night girandole pendant earrings and a brooch, both composed of garnet...
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
French 18k Yellow Gold Multi-Gemstone Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This impressive French multi-gemstone ring has been crafted in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
An Exquisite Antique Art Deco French Multigem Japoisme Brooch
Located in Weston, MA
Early Art Deco period Approximately 2 inches by 1.25 inches Approximately 2 carats rose cut diamonds French assay marks 10.1 grams
Amethyst, Coral, Diamond, Garnet, Onyx, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau French 18k Yellow Gold Demantoid Pendant Ca. 1860
Located in Lexington, KY
This beautiful pendant comes from the French Art Nouveau period, circa 1880, and is made in 18k yellow gold with stunning vivid green demantoid. The circle shaped pendant features ha...
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 1940s Multi Precious Stones 18 Karat Yellow Gold Painter's Palette Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Total weight of cabochon garnet : 0.50 carat approximately. Diameter of the pearl : 3,5/4 mm approximately.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Sapphire,...
1.45 Carat French Cut Tsavorite Wedding Ring. Eternity Band Ring Platinum 2.6mm
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Tsavorite Garnet Center Tsavorite Garnet Weight: 1.45 Carats Total Center Tsavorite Garnet Cut: French Cut Stone Setting: Channel-Set with Fine Milgrai...
Tsavorite, Platinum
Tsavorite Wedding Band. 1.40ct French Cut Tsavorite Eternity Band Platinum 2.6mm
Located in New York, NY
This elegant platinum eternity band features 1.40 carats of French-cut tsavorite garnets in a continuous channel setting.
Tsavorite, Platinum
French Chain Link Coffee Table in Gilt Wrought Iron and Marble Top, Brutalist
Located in Barcelona, ES
Eye-catching Chain Link Rectangular Coffee Table with Garnet and White Marble Top. France, 1950s. Stylish shapes and dramatic garnet marble top with white veins.
Marble, Iron, Wrought Iron, Gold Leaf
Lotus II Bleu Single Earring in 18K Grey Gold & Diamonds by Minh Luong
Located in Geneve, CH
Having studied law in France and Australia and worked for years in a corporate environment, she came to jewellery while recovering from severe burnout.
Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold
Lotus I Violet Single Earring in 18K Rose Gold & Diamonds by Minh Luong
Located in Geneve, CH
Having studied law in France and Australia and worked for years in a corporate environment, she came to jewellery while recovering from severe burnout.
Sapphire, Diamond, Garnet, Rose Gold
Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Spessartite "Tapestry" Ring 9.65ct, Signed
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Carat Weight: Garnet approx. 9.65ct. & 54 Diamonds approx. 4.50cts Color/Clarity: G-H, VS Certifications: None Size: 8.0 Creator: Tiffany & Co., French Metal: 18K Yellow Gold...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Hedera Pendant in the Manner of Lucien Gaillard
Located in London, GB
Illustrated in our book: Beatriz Chadour-Sampson & Sonya Newell-Smith, Tadema Gallery London Jewellery from the 1860s to 1960s, Arnoldsche Art Publishers, Stuttgart 2021, cat. no. 41...
Garnet, Malachite
Vintage Panthère de Cartier Double Headed Panther Ring, Size 54
By Cartier
Located in London, England
A striking vintage Panthère de Cartier double-headed panther ring set in 18k yellow gold.
The ring is designed as two opposing panther heads wrapping around the finger, s...
Garnet, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,471Sale Price|20% Off
Bague Dome Grenats Citrines Rhodolithe Yellow Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
This ring is available in French size 53, corresponding to the American size 6.75.
Citrine, Garnet, Rhodolite
Christian Lacroix Silver Citrine and Gemstone “Turtle” Ring, 1990s
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Paris, Paris
Details • Designer: Christian Lacroix • Period: Circa 1990 • Size: 52 EU • Materials: Sterling silver, citrine, amethyst, topaz, garnet, quartz • Country of Manufacture: France • Con...
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Blue Topaz, Silver
Cartier Rose Gold Coloured Stones Love Bracelet Size 16 B6036516
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k rose gold bracelet by Cartier, from their Love collection. Set with 10 coloured stones, including rose and yellow sapphires, green and orange garnets and amethysts. This brace...
Amethyst, Garnet, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Brown Shield 18k Gold Cognac Diamond Sculptural Talisman Ring By Capucine H
Located in Geneve, CH
Shield Autumn Gemstones Ring by Capucine H Dimensions: Made to size Materials: 18k recycled gold, champagne and cognac diamonds, zircons, garnets This ring was designed as an extens...
Diamond, Garnet, Zircon, Gold, 18k Gold
Honeymoon L'Intrépide Three Finger Ring in 18k Gold Plate by Moncomble Paris
Located in Geneve, CH
Honeymoon L'Intrépide Three Finger Ring in 18k Gold Plate by Moncomble Paris. Dimensions: Available upon request. Ring Size: Available sizes: XS/S, M/L. Please contact us to specify ...
Garnet, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Collier de la fin du 19ème siècle orné de fleurs en grenat
Located in PARIS, FR
Collier ancien en or rose 9 carats (350 millièmes) de la fin du 19ème siècle, orné de 12 fleurs serties de grenats alternés d'une pastille de grenat, le tout monté sur paillon. Poid...
Garnet, 10k Gold
Boucles d'oreilles dormeuses de la fin du 19ème siècle en or, grenat et perles
Located in PARIS, FR
Boucles d'oreilles dormeuses anciennes en or jaune 18 carats (750 millièmes) de la fin du 19ème siècle, serties d'un cabochon de grenat (env. 3 carats chacun) dans un entourage de pe...
Garnet, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Guy Laroche Multigemstone Rainbow Band Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold
By Guy Laroche
Located in Honolulu, HI
French Designer Guy Laroche Multi Gemstone pendant in 18k yellow gold.
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond and Tsavorite Wedding Band. 1.20ct Diamond Eternity Band Platinum 3.30mm
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Primary Stone: Diamond Diamond Weight: 1.20 carats total Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Secondary Stones: Tsavorite Garnet Tsavorite Garnet Cut: French Cut Stone ...
Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, Platinum
Exceptional Art Nouveau Gold, Gem Set Jabot Pin
Located in London, GB
This Jabot has been inspired by the Lyre birds tail feathers creating this stunning jewel.
Garnet, Sapphire, Spinel, Opal, Gold
$5,336Sale Price|20% Off
Bracelet Soft, Multicolored Semi-Precious Stones 18k Pink Gold
Located in Vannes, FR
Soft 18k Gold Bracelet with Amethyst, Morganite and Garnet, Citrine, Topaze Blue London, Péridot, Aigue Marine, Blue Quartz The bracelet is articulated, including a closure with a d...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Morganite, Peridot, Quartz, Blue ...
Diamond and Emerald Wedding Band. 1.20ct Diamond Emerald Accent Eternity Band.
Located in New York, NY
Other Details: Secondary Stones: Tsavorite Garnet, Diamond Diamond Weight: 1.20 carats Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Tsavorite Cut: French Cut Stone Setting: Bezel Set Jewelry T...
Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, Platinum
Serpent Snake 18K Yellow Gold Gem Set Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold and gem set pendant designed as a yellow gold snake or serpent entwined around itself with a gemset pendant bail. Gemstones including moonstone, turquoi...
Chrysoberyl, Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Moonstone, Multi-g...
CARTIER Panthere de Pave Diamond White Gold Leopard Earrings
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
These gorgeous Cartier level-back earrings from the iconic Panthere de Cartier collection feature a leopard design crafted in 18k white gold set with round brilliant-cut D-E-F VVS1-V...
Diamond, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold
London Blue Topaz Tsavorite Diamond Art Deco Style Engagement Ring in 14K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
The striking centerpiece is enveloped by a vivid, seamless halo of French cut tsavorite garnets, framed beautifully by brilliant white diamonds on the shoulders.
Diamond, Topaz, Tsavorite, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold
Pair of Mid-Victorian Garnet and Gold Earring
Located in London, GB
A pair of mid-Victorian garnet and gold earrings, each earring with an ornate scrolled mount, set with and oval, a round and a pear-shaped cabochon garnets, with gold wire fittings, ...
Garnet, Gold, 15k Gold
Jill Garber Antique French Sacred Heart Medal Cuff Bracelet with Natural Garnets
By Jill Garber
Located in Saginaw, MI
• Original Antique nineteenth century French Sacred Heart Medal in Sterling Silver by French engraver Ludovic Penin • Eight 6 mm oval natural Bohemian garnet cabochons • Elaborate ...
Garnet, Sterling Silver
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
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Vintage and antique garnet jewelry has been around for a long time.
Garnets have been used for adornment going all the way back to the Bronze Age. While we will never know if garnets can be used to prevent plagues or heal warriors, as has been suggested, we do know that both the Egyptians and the Romans felt that it was a worthy stone to set in gold for their nobility. In more “recent” times, garnets were ubiquitous in Victorian jewelry. The “G” in REGARD rings, the equivalent of the modern-day engagement ring, implied garnet.
Garnets were also highly valued in the region of Bohemia. The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History has in its collection an antique hairpin with Bohemian pyrope garnets from the Czech Republic. Bohemian pyrope got its name from Bohuslav Balbín, sometimes referred to as the “Czech Pliny,” in 1679. Abundant in the region, it was used often in jewelry during this time. In fact, it became so popular that in 1762, Empress Marie Terezie forbade its export. Stonecutting workshops opened in several regions across Bohemia, and pyrope became the country’s mineralogical symbol. While there was never a decline in its popularity, it was only in the mid-20th century that garnets enjoyed a revival.
Garnets can come in many shapes and sizes — one of the largest ever discovered is a 68.82-carat Tsavorite garnet. This stone is also in the collection of the Smithsonian Museum of Natural History.
According to the Gemological Institute of America, Brazil’s mines are rich in garnets, including spessartine, which can also be found in the Myanmar area, recognized for a specific shade of reddish-orange. While red garnets are the most popular, garnets actually come in a medley of colors.
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