Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Ephesus Bee Coin 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic early archaic Greek silver "didrachm" coin from Ephesus, is held in a hammered and textured doubled bezel design in this beautiful Steven Battelle designed pendant. Ephe...
18k Gold
Bee Brooch with Square Yellow Sapphires, Diamonds, Ruby Eyes in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Pre owned vintage estate 18K yellow gold sapphire bee pin. The body of the bee has 67 invisibly set square cut natural yellow sapphires with an approximate total weight of 8.71 cara...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Gold Sapphire Cubic Zirconia Detailed Bumble Bee Fly Petite Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (12) Synthetic Sapphires - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong & Bezel Set - Rich Blue Color (7) Cubic Zirconia - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - White Color Material: Soli...
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Multi Color Tourmalines & Pearl Victorian Style Bee 14K Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A stunning bee brooch was inspired by Victorian period insect broch.
Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Baroque Pearl Diamond Bee Insect Pin Brooch Silver Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
Antique 19th Century Baroque Pearl and Diamond Bee Brooch in Silver and Gold, circa 1880. A poetic example of Victorian naturalism, this antique bee brooch from the late 19th century...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Ancient Greek Ephesus Style 24k Fused Gold Silver Diamond Bee Coin Signet Ring
By Kurtulan
Located in Bozeman, MT
Ancient Greek Ephesus Style 24k Fused Gold Silver Diamond Bee Coin Signet Ring, by Kurtulan Jewellery Imbued with classical mythology and ancient artistry, this striking statement co...
Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver, Yellow Gold, 24k Gold, Gold
Single Blue Glass Lamp with Bees
Located in New York, NY
A circa 1920 French glass lamp with gilt bees on body. Measurements: Height of body: 19.25" Height to shade rest: 28.5" Diameter: 7.5"
Gold Leaf
$360Sale Price|20% Off
Oscar de la Renta Gold Critter Choker Necklace with Bee Motif, Contemporary
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Milford, DE
A golden wire choker accented with a bee, by Oscar de la Renta. Gold-plated. Hallmarks: Oscar de la Renta, Made in USA
22k Gold, Gold Plate
Deep Intense Blue Sapphire Bee Brooch in 18K Yellow Gold with Diamonds & Rubies
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
Pre owned vintage estate 18K yellow gold deep intense blue sapphire bee pin. The body of the bee has 39 invisibly set square cut blue sapphires with an approximate total weight of 4...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Maria Kotsoni, Hand Sculpted 18k Gold Black & White Diamond Flying Bee Pendant
By Maria Kotsoni
Located in Nicosia, CY
The ‘Flying Bee’, charm pendant, is hand sculpted and crafted in 18k yellow Gold, hallmarked in Cyprus.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Victorian Bee Brooch 14K Gold & Silver Diamond Emerald Cats Eye Quartz
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
Title: Antique Victorian Bee Brooch Gold & Silver Diamond Emerald Quartz Insect Pin Description: Antique Victorian insect-motif brooch designed as a bee, crafted in silver and gold ...
Diamond, Emerald, Quartz, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage Tahitian South Sea Pearl and Diamond Bumble Bee Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Hand crafted in 14K White gold. Measures approx. 1.1” L x 1.6” W and weighing approx. 13.5g.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$700Sale Price|20% Off
Sterling Silver Gold Vermeil Green Swarovski Crystal Bee Wasp Pin Brooch
Located in Milford, DE
Gold-Vermeil Width: 1 3/8 in, Length: 1 1/4 in Marks / hallmarks / etc: .925
Crystal, Emerald, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
$1,395Sale Price / item|20% Off
18kt Gold Sacred Animal "Bee" Pendant
Located in Roma, RM
The bee has always been considered a rather important animal. This is evident from the presence, or rather, the multitude of representations in art and, in general, in symbolism. Ma...
18k Gold
Vintage Herbert Rosenthal 18K Gold 2.77ct Diamond Emerald Large Bumble Bee PIN
By Herbert Rosenthal
Located in Houston, TX
Brand: Herbert Rosenthal Metal Type: 18K White Gold & Yellow Gold Length: 1.25 inches Weight: 11.13 grams Handmade HERBERT ROSENTHAL 18K white & yellow gold, diamond and...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Price Upon Request
Golden Rule Series: BEE KAY, 2016
By Cayla Birk
Located in Woodmere, OH
Cayla is an outstanding young artist whose creative and intelligent mind thrive on a contemporary style. Her influences come from a wide array of writers, musicians, and epistemologi...
Gold Leaf
Vintage Diamond, Black Onyx and Green Emerald Bumble Bee Gold Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Diamond, Black Onyx with Emerald Eyes Brooch Pin. Hand set with 0.30tcw Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds, Black Onyx and Green Emeralds in eyes. Hand crafted in...
Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Herbert Rosenthal Sapphire and Diamond Bee Pin
By Herbert Rosenthal
Located in Bethesda, MD
This exquisite bee pin by Herbert Rosenthal showcases masterful craftsmanship in 18 karat gold.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
JOAN RIVERS vintage gold tone pink crystal bee pendant necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed JOAN RIVERS • gold tone with glass • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 55 ...
CHRISTIAN DIOR gold-tone PEARL CHAIN Dangle & BEE Stud Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Christian Dior earrings in aged gold-tone metal. One is bee stud the to other a star dangle earring with CD faux pearl.
Yellow Gold Diamond & Ruby Bumble Bee Brooch - 18k Round .84ctw Insect Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold & 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .72ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: F - G Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Natural Rubies Treatment: H...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Handmade Yellow Gold Blue Lapis Diamond Detailed Bee Fly Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Lapis Lazuli - Cabochon Custom Cut - Prong Set - Blue Color - 5.4x8mm & 12.7x9.7mm (approx.) (7) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Pav...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 18k Gold Amethyst Pearl & Diamond Bee Brooch Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Amethyst -Oval Cut - Bezel Set - Transparent Purple Color - 17.9x14.4mm (approx.) (54) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Rose Cut - Pave Set (6) Genuine C...
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Multi Color Gemstone and Round Diamond Bee Necklace 17.0"
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14k yellow gold Multi Color Gemstones: Fancy Cut: 7.13cttw Diamonds: round cut: 0.52cttw Color: G-H Clarity: SI1 Length: necklace measures 17” inches in le...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Regency Purple and Gold Honey Bees Lounge Chairs - A Pair
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Regency Purple Gold Honey Bees Chairs — pair of lounge chairs with rich purple upholstery and gold detailing for refined, statement interiors.
Fabric
Cilea Paris Black and Gold Resin Carved Brooch Giant Honey Bee
By Ciléa
Located in Atlanta, GA
Cilea Paris designed this stunning, dimensional honey bee brooch. This rare fantasy-inspired artisanal resin brooch features an oversized bee with a textured pattern, skillfully craf...
Meghna Jewels Enamel Ruby Diamond 14 Karat Gold Honey Bee Pendant Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This pendant is crafted from 14-karat yellow gold. It is set with .15 carats rubies & .22 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold
Opal Diamond Ruby Antique Style Honey Bee 18K Yellow White Gold Pin Brooch
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
A diamond bee brooch, in the form of a bumble bee in flight, the delicately flying wings, domed body and stretched legs encrusted with two opal on its body, round cut diamonds, with ...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Unisex Small 18K White Gold 2, 16 Carats Aquamarine Diamonds Bees Stud Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection Round Cut 2,16 Carat Aquamarine Cabochon set in 18 Karat White Gold 0.10 Karats White Diamond 0.06 Karats Black Diamonds Bees Handcrafted Stud Ear...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Bohemian Garnet Bee Beetle Bug Insect Fly Pendant Necklace Pearl Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is an absolutely wonderful and rare antique Art Deco to Victorian Bee Beetle Insect Fly Pendant Necklace set with magnificent Bohemian Garnet and Pearl gems in Gold.
Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 9k Gold
18 Karat Gold 3.50 Karat Pink Tourmaline 0.10 Karat Diamonds Bees Stud Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini 18 Karat Yellow Gold 3.50 Karats Pink Tourmaline 0.10 Karats White Diamond 0.06 Karats Black Diamonds Bees Handcrafted Stud Earrings Here there is a pair of Little ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...
18 Karat Gold 3.50 Karat Pink Tourmaline 0.10 Karat Diamonds Bees Stud Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini 18 Karat Yellow Gold 3.50 Karats Pink Tourmaline 0.10 Karats White Diamond 0.06 Karats Black Diamonds Bees Handcrafted Stud Earrings Here there is a pair of Little ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...
Honeycomb Bee Ring in 14k Solid Gold with natural Orange Spessartite Garnet
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Made to order Bee Ring, Honeycomb Ring in 14k Solid Gold with natural Orange Spessartite Garnet, Italian Gold Jewelry made in Italy.
Garnet, 14k Gold
18 Karat Gold 5.5 Karat Pink Tourmaline 0.16 Karat Diamonds Bees Stud Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
18 Karat Yellow Gold 5.5 Karat Pink Tourmaline 0.16 Karat White Diamond 0.18 Karat Black Diamonds Bees Handcrafted Stud Earrings Here there is a pair of Big Bees Stud Earrings handcr...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...
Bee 4.12 Carats Aquamarine 18 Karat Gold 0.16 Karat White Diamonds Stud Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection , 18 Karat Yellow Gold 4.12 Carats Aquamarine 0.16 Karat White Diamond 0.18 Karat Black Diamonds Bees Handcrafted Stud Earrings.
Aquamarine, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Ye...
2, 16 Carat Aquamarine 18K White Gold 0.16 Karat Diamonds Bees Stud Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Round Cut 2,16 Carat Aquamarine 18 Karat White Gold 0.10 Karats White Diamond 0.06 Karats Black Diamonds Bees Handcrafted Stud Earrings A pair of Little Bees Stud Earrings handcrafte...
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White...
18 Karat Gold Onyx 0.16 Karat White & 0.18 Black Diamond Bees Stud Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
The Bees earrings were modeled with the ancient lost wax technique and cast in 18 k Yellow Gold as a sculpture.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Diamond Embellished Honey Bee Wide Band Ring in Two-Tone 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Crafted in a striking combination of 14 karat white and yellow gold, this unique piece features a beautifully detailed bee motif, its wings and body encrusted with shimmering round b...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Bee 18 Karat Gold White & Black Diamonds Indigo Color Iolite Stone Stud Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection 18 Karat Yellow Gold Round Cut Indigo Iolite 0.16 Carat White Diamond 0.18 Carat Black Diamonds Bees Handcrafted Stud Earrings.
White Diamond, Black Diamond, Iolite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold Round Cut Green Tourmaline Black&White Diamonds Bees Stud Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
This gold handmade technique gives lightness and softness to the flying wings of the bee.
White Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold Amethyst 0.16 Karat White & 0.18 Black Diamond Bees Stud Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Bees Collection, A beautiful pair of Bees Stud Earrings handcrafted in 18 Karats Yellow Gold and adorned with a deep violet amethyst, white and black diamonds.
Amethyst, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold 5.5 Karat Pink Tourmaline 0.16 Karat Diamonds Bees Stud Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection 18 Karat Yellow Gold 5.5 Carat Pink Tourmaline 0.16 Carat White Diamond 0.18 Carat Black Diamonds Bees Handcrafted Stud Earrings.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...
5.5 Karat Pink Tourmaline 18 Karat Gold 0.16 Karat Diamonds Bees Stud Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection 18 Karat Yellow Gold 5.5 Carat Pink Tourmaline 0.16 Carat White Diamond 0.18 Carat Black Diamonds Bees Handcrafted Stud Earrings.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...
Pink Sapphire & White Diamond Pave Bee 18K Rose Gold Animal Stud Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 2.00x1.30x0.50cm Color: 18K Rose Gold 60 White Diamonds 0.36 CT 20 Green Garnet 0.33 CT 2 Pink Sapphire 0.68 CT 18KR 4.28 GM 18K Gold & Precious Diamond & Gemstone Anima...
White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Green Garnet & White Diamond Pave Bee 18K Rose Gold Statement Animal Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 3.30x1.80x0.40cm Color: 18K Rose Gold 24 White Diamonds 0.16 CT 20 Fancy Diamonds 0.34 CT 36 Green Garnet 0.90 CT 4 Ruby 0.05 CT 18KR 5.88 GM 18K Gold & Precious Diamond...
Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Bees 18 Karat Gold 5.5 Karat Pink Tourmaline 0.16 Karat Diamonds Stud Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection 18 Karat Yellow Gold 5.5 Carat Pink Tourmaline 0.16 Carat White Diamond 0.18 Carat Black Diamonds Bees Handcrafted Stud Earrings.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...
Honeycomb Bee Ring in 18k Solid Gold with natural Orange Spessartite Garnet
Located in Camisano Vicentino, VI
Made to order Bee Ring, Honeycomb Ring in 18k Solid Gold with natural Orange Spessartite Garnet, Italian Gold Jewelry made in Italy.
Garnet, 18k Gold
Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Ephesus Bee Coin Diamond 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic silver "drachm" coin from 500-420 BC Ephesus rests in this Steven Battelle designed ancient-inspired handmade setting accented by a sparkling 1.8mm VS1 diamond. Delicate...
Diamond, 18k Gold
18 Karat Gold Amethyst 0.10 Carat White Diamond Black Diamond Bees Stud Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
This gold handmade technique gives lightness and softness to the flying wings of the bee.
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Emerald and Diamond Bee Brooch Pin Set in 18k Yellow and White Gold
Located in London, England
A beautiful handcrafted emerald and diamond bee brooch in 18 karat white and yellow gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold 3.50 Karat Pink Tourmaline 0.10 Karat Diamonds Bees Stud Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini 18 Karat Yellow Gold 3.50 Karats Pink Tourmaline 0.10 Karats White Diamond 0.06 Karats Black Diamonds Bees Handcrafted Stud Earrings Here there is a pair of Little ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...
Antique 19th Century Sapphire Ruby Diamond Bee Insect Animal Brooch Silver Gold
Located in Lisbon, PT
Antique 19th Century Diamond, Sapphire, and Ruby Bee Brooch in Silver and Gold. A captivating 19th-century insect brooch modeled as a bee, crafted with remarkable realism in silver-t...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
14k Yellow Gold .51ctw Sapphire Diamond Petite Open Work Bee Fly Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
Can be worn as a pin or pendant! --Stone(s):-- (20) Natural Genuine Sapphires - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Deep Rich Blue Color - 0.50ctw (approx.) (2) Natural Genuine Diamond...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold 5.5 Carat Pink Tourmaline 0.16 Karat Diamonds Bees Stud Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection 18 Karat Yellow Gold 5.5 Carat Pink Tourmaline 0.16 Carat White Diamond 0.18 Carat Black Diamonds Bees Handcrafted Stud Earrings.
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...
Estate 14k Yellow Gold Oval Opal Detailed Honeybee Fly Bee Pin Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Opal - Elongated Oval Cabochon - Prong Set - White Base Color w/ Orange, Blue & Green Play - 12.67 x 6.7mm (approx.) Material: 14k Solid Yellow G...
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Blue Sapphire & White Diamond Pave Bee 18K White Gold Statement Animal Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
These exquisite earrings are crafted in 18k white gold. Each earring features a charming insect design, adorned with vibrant blue sapphires and sparkling white diamonds. The eyes are...
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bees 18 Karat Gold Round Cut Amethyst 0.34 Karat Diamond Modern Stud Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Bees Collection, A beautiful pair of Bees Stud Earrings handcrafted in 18 Karats Yellow Gold and adorned with a deep violet amethyst, White and black Diamonds.
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
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.