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18 Karat Yellow Gold Gumuchian Mini "B" Bee Y 0.25 Cttw Diamond Drop Necklace
18 Karat Yellow Gold Gumuchian Mini "B" Bee Y 0.25 Cttw Diamond Drop Necklace

18 Karat Yellow Gold Gumuchian Mini "B" Bee Y 0.25 Cttw Diamond Drop Necklace

By Gumuchian

Located in Troy, MI

gold with 2 diamonds = 0.25 Cttw and is 16" long with 2.25" long drop. Made in NYC Complimentary

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

24k Gold Ring for Woman with Bee Engravings, Marquise Cut Ruby and Diamonds
24k Gold Ring for Woman with Bee Engravings, Marquise Cut Ruby and Diamonds

24k Gold Ring for Woman with Bee Engravings, Marquise Cut Ruby and Diamonds

Located in İstanbul, TR

Ruby (1.03) and Diamonds (0.18) Crafted with timeless elegance, this 24 karat gold jewelry piece

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Classical Roman Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 24k Gold

Ancient Bronze Ephesus Bee Coin Ring-Size 9
Ancient Bronze Ephesus Bee Coin Ring-Size 9

Ancient Bronze Ephesus Bee Coin Ring-Size 9

Located in Atlanta, GA

Ephesus Bee/Stag ring 22kt gold and An authentic ancient Greek bronze coin from Ephesos, Ionia

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier European Classical Greek Fashion Rings

Materials

22k Gold, Sterling Silver

Gucci G-Timeless Bee Motiff YA1264131 Watch
Gucci G-Timeless Bee Motiff YA1264131 Watch

Gucci G-Timeless Bee Motiff YA1264131 Watch

By Gucci

Located in New York, NY

mix of steel and yellow gold PVD. The silver sun brushed dial features a gold-toned Gucci bee at the

Category

2010s Wrist Watches

Materials

Stainless Steel

Bee Cause 74/500 - Kevin Box and Beth Johnson

Bee Cause 74/500 - Kevin Box and Beth Johnson

By Kevin Box

Located in Napa, CA

“It took two years of tireless experimentation for me to develop the process of casting paper into bronze, another seven years to perfect, and it continues to evolve today.” - Kevin ...

Category

2010s Contemporary Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

CHRISTIAN DIOR Boutique Vintage Iconic Jewelled Bee Brooch
CHRISTIAN DIOR Boutique Vintage Iconic Jewelled Bee Brooch

CHRISTIAN DIOR Boutique Vintage Iconic Jewelled Bee Brooch

By Christian Dior

Located in Nice, FR

CHRISTIAN DIOR Boutique vintage iconic gold tone bee brooch embellished with clear crystals

Category

20th Century French Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Vintage 0.80 cttw Sapphire And Diamond Bee Pin In 18k Yellow Gold & Enamel Wings
Vintage 0.80 cttw Sapphire And Diamond Bee Pin In 18k Yellow Gold & Enamel Wings

Vintage 0.80 cttw Sapphire And Diamond Bee Pin In 18k Yellow Gold & Enamel Wings

Located in Chicago, IL

This pin is made of 18k yellow gold and weighs 3.10 DWT (approx. 4.82 grams). It contains 15 round

Category

Late 20th Century Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18K Bumble Bee Diamond and Yellow Sapphire Cocktail Ring
18K Bumble Bee Diamond and Yellow Sapphire Cocktail Ring

18K Bumble Bee Diamond and Yellow Sapphire Cocktail Ring

Located in New York, NY

Upgrade your cocktail ring collection with this stunning 18K Bumble Bee Diamond and Yellow Sapphire

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique French Gilded Bronze Picture Frame - Napoleonic Bees
Antique French Gilded Bronze Picture Frame - Napoleonic Bees

Antique French Gilded Bronze Picture Frame - Napoleonic Bees

Located in Bath, GB

a series of gilded bronze bees mounted onto the cream coloured silk taffeta. The central oval

Category

Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Picture Frames

Materials

Bronze

Estate Vintage 18K Gucci Bee Horsebit Turquoise Diamond Ring - VHK#116b
Estate Vintage 18K Gucci Bee Horsebit Turquoise Diamond Ring - VHK#116b

Estate Vintage 18K Gucci Bee Horsebit Turquoise Diamond Ring - VHK#116b

By Gucci

Located in Hicksville, NY

Estate Vintage 18K Gucci Bee Horsebit Turquoise Diamond Ring - VHK#116b Item Details: Year: 1980s

Category

Vintage 1980s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

【Vine Symphony】Golden Hive Bee Aurora Akoya Pearls Sapphires Earrings
【Vine Symphony】Golden Hive Bee Aurora Akoya Pearls Sapphires Earrings

【Vine Symphony】Golden Hive Bee Aurora Akoya Pearls Sapphires Earrings

Located in New York, NY

craftsmanship and luminous materials. Sculpted in warm 18K gold, each bee sparkles with vibrant blue sapphires

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Stud Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Citrine, bee and honey painting, Mother of pearl earrings studs.
Citrine, bee and honey painting, Mother of pearl earrings studs.

Citrine, bee and honey painting, Mother of pearl earrings studs.

By Daizy Jewellery

Located in Istanbul, TR

Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with citrine, bee and honey drawing. Handmade Paint Flower

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver

18K Two-Tone Diamond Bee Brooch Pin, Retro Style, 0.50ctw, USA
18K Two-Tone Diamond Bee Brooch Pin, Retro Style, 0.50ctw, USA

18K Two-Tone Diamond Bee Brooch Pin, Retro Style, 0.50ctw, USA

Located in Palm Desert, CA

18 Karat Two-Tone Diamond Bee Brooch Pin. Very pretty white and yellow gold with pave-set round

Category

1990s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified Natural Jade, Rubies & Diamond Bee Cocktail Ring. Best Imperial Green!
Certified Natural Jade, Rubies & Diamond Bee Cocktail Ring. Best Imperial Green!

Certified Natural Jade, Rubies & Diamond Bee Cocktail Ring. Best Imperial Green!

Located in Hong Kong, HK

(3.65cts) measures about 20.2 x 10 mm. This ring is set in 18k white gold, rubies and diamonds. In this

Category

2010s Hong Kong Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Black Opal & Sapphire Diamond Pave Vintage Inspired Antique Style Bee Brooch
Black Opal & Sapphire Diamond Pave Vintage Inspired Antique Style Bee Brooch

Black Opal & Sapphire Diamond Pave Vintage Inspired Antique Style Bee Brooch

By Unbranded

Located in Tysons, VA

The Black Opal, Sapphire, and Diamond Vintage Inspired Antique Style Bee Brooch features a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

A Silver Drachm [coin] Bee Pendant (no chain) w 18K Trim
A Silver Drachm [coin] Bee Pendant (no chain) w 18K Trim

A Silver Drachm [coin] Bee Pendant (no chain) w 18K Trim

Located in Atlanta, GA

4.17g, and is 17.1mm without the 18 karat gold trim. On the obverse side of this coin, is a Bee with

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Bronze

Oval Cut Green Emerald & Diamond Vintage Inspired Antique Style Bee Pin Brooch
Oval Cut Green Emerald & Diamond Vintage Inspired Antique Style Bee Pin Brooch

Oval Cut Green Emerald & Diamond Vintage Inspired Antique Style Bee Pin Brooch

By Unbranded

Located in Tysons, VA

bee brooch is buzzing with elegance. Made in 18k white gold and adorned with an approximately 1.77

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bee Brooch Pin Blue Sapphire Pearl Diamond Design by Ella Gafter
Bee Brooch Pin Blue Sapphire Pearl Diamond Design by Ella Gafter

Bee Brooch Pin Blue Sapphire Pearl Diamond Design by Ella Gafter

By Ella Gafter

Located in New York, NY

The bee brooch features a large South Sea pearl of 17.5mm diameter. The wings are set with custom

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, Sap...

Bee Brooch Pin Blue Sapphire Pearl Diamond Design by Ella Gafter
Bee Brooch Pin Blue Sapphire Pearl Diamond Design by Ella Gafter

Bee Brooch Pin Blue Sapphire Pearl Diamond Design by Ella Gafter

By Ella Gafter

Located in New York, NY

This pearl and diamond bee brooch features a South Sea pearl of 17.5mm diameter. The flexible wings

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, Sap...

Ephesus, Queen Bee, Tetra Drachm, Ancient Charm Coin (Replica) Pendant, 24kt Gol
Ephesus, Queen Bee, Tetra Drachm, Ancient Charm Coin (Replica) Pendant, 24kt Gol

Ephesus, Queen Bee, Tetra Drachm, Ancient Charm Coin (Replica) Pendant, 24kt Gol

Located in Bozeman, MT

Ephesus, Queen Bee, Tetra Drachm, Charm Pendant, 24kt Yellow Gold, Silver & 0.10ct Emeralds

Category

2010s Turkish Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Custom Large Bee Pendant on Honeycomb Diamond 3D Hive 14k Yellow 2" 22.5g
Custom Large Bee Pendant on Honeycomb Diamond 3D Hive 14k Yellow 2" 22.5g

Custom Large Bee Pendant on Honeycomb Diamond 3D Hive 14k Yellow 2" 22.5g

Located in Northbrook, IL

Here we have a unique custom-made pendant necklace featuring a detailed bee motif on a honeycomb

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bee Brooch Pin Diamonds Tahitian Pearl Pink Sapphire Design by Ella Gafter
Bee Brooch Pin Diamonds Tahitian Pearl Pink Sapphire Design by Ella Gafter

Bee Brooch Pin Diamonds Tahitian Pearl Pink Sapphire Design by Ella Gafter

By Ella Gafter

Located in New York, NY

This bee brooch features a splendid Tahitian pearl of 15.5mm diameter. The wings are set with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Black Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Pearl, Diamond...

3.65tcw 14K Vivid Green Asscher Cut Emerald Stud Bee Ear Climber Stud Earrings
3.65tcw 14K Vivid Green Asscher Cut Emerald Stud Bee Ear Climber Stud Earrings

3.65tcw 14K Vivid Green Asscher Cut Emerald Stud Bee Ear Climber Stud Earrings

Located in Jupiter, FL

claw prong setting, accentuated by a delightful bee detail. The bee features a diamond pave cluster on

Category

2010s Zambian Stud Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bee Brooch Pin Golden Pearl Yellow Sapphire Diamonds Design by Ella Gafter
Bee Brooch Pin Golden Pearl Yellow Sapphire Diamonds Design by Ella Gafter

Bee Brooch Pin Golden Pearl Yellow Sapphire Diamonds Design by Ella Gafter

By Ella Gafter

Located in New York, NY

The bee brooch features a golden pearl of 17.5mm diameter. The slightly flexible wings are set with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, Sapphir...

Silver Plated and Red Glass Honey Pot Bee, England, circa 1900
Silver Plated and Red Glass Honey Pot Bee, England, circa 1900

Silver Plated and Red Glass Honey Pot Bee, England, circa 1900

By Elkington & Co.

Located in Buenos Aires, Olivos

Silver plated and red glass honey pot bee. England, early 20th century. Marked Elkington Plate and

Category

Antique Early 1900s English Art Nouveau Sheffield and Silverplate

Materials

Bronze

18K 750 Natural White Diamond with Kunzite stone Bee  Pin/Brooch/Pendant
18K 750 Natural White Diamond with Kunzite stone Bee  Pin/Brooch/Pendant

18K 750 Natural White Diamond with Kunzite stone Bee Pin/Brooch/Pendant

Located in New York, NY

Diamond and Kunzite Brooch Total Item Weight: 20.6 Grams Metals and Materials: 18k Gold Dimensions

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Kunzite, 18k Gold

South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby Bee Brooch Set in 18 Karat
South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby Bee Brooch Set in 18 Karat

South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Ruby Bee Brooch Set in 18 Karat

Located in Bangkok, TH

For all Bee lovers, you are staring at a South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire 10.96 carats, Diamond 3.44

Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bee Pendant in Vermeil Silver with Citrine and Plique-à-Jour Enamel Wings
Bee Pendant in Vermeil Silver with Citrine and Plique-à-Jour Enamel Wings

Bee Pendant in Vermeil Silver with Citrine and Plique-à-Jour Enamel Wings

Located in BADALONA, ES

This sculptural bee pendant is meticulously handcrafted in sterling silver and plated with a thick

Category

2010s Spanish Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Bee Brooch Pin Heart Shape Blue Sapphire Diamonds Pearl Design by Ella Gafter
Bee Brooch Pin Heart Shape Blue Sapphire Diamonds Pearl Design by Ella Gafter

Bee Brooch Pin Heart Shape Blue Sapphire Diamonds Pearl Design by Ella Gafter

By Ella Gafter

Located in New York, NY

The bee brooch features a fine, large South Sea pearl of 17.5mm diameter. The wings are set with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Crystal, Pearl, Sapphire,...

GUCCI Queen Margaret Embellished Bee pearl stud white flap crossbody bag
GUCCI Queen Margaret Embellished Bee pearl stud white flap crossbody bag

GUCCI Queen Margaret Embellished Bee pearl stud white flap crossbody bag

By Alessandro Michele, Gucci

Located in Hong Kong, NT

antique gold-tone bee on flap. Pearl stud embellishment allover. Antique gold-tone chain. Detachable

Category

2010s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Vintage Large Kenneth Jay Lane Bee and Rose Cream Enamel Earrings, 1980s
Vintage Large Kenneth Jay Lane Bee and Rose Cream Enamel Earrings, 1980s

Vintage Large Kenneth Jay Lane Bee and Rose Cream Enamel Earrings, 1980s

By Kenneth Jay Lane

Located in New York, NY

Rare design, glamorous estate KJL rich cream enamel gold plated ear clips with bees and roses motif

Category

20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Enamel

Renée Mauperin by the Goncourt Bros., Original Tissot Etching, Signed
Renée Mauperin by the Goncourt Bros., Original Tissot Etching, Signed

Renée Mauperin by the Goncourt Bros., Original Tissot Etching, Signed

Located in Middletown, NY

' lemon balm water, that fan with gold bees I received from the mistress of the house, have all put me

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Books

Materials

Gold Leaf

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Tigers Eye Bumblebee Brooch
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Tigers Eye Bumblebee Brooch

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Tigers Eye Bumblebee Brooch

Located in New York, NY

mimics the natural stripes of a bee. Fine gold detailing highlights the wings and legs, adding depth and

Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Tiger's Eye, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jade Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Jade Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Earrings

Jade Diamonds 14 Karat Yellow Gold Drop Earrings

By SCALA GIOIELLI

Located in Marcianise, IT

are delicate gold floral motifs and small bee emblems—symbols of royalty, prosperity, and diligence

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Jade, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

ART-DECO 1940 Retro Bracelet In 18Kt Gold With 61.84 Ctw Aquamarines & Diamonds
ART-DECO 1940 Retro Bracelet In 18Kt Gold With 61.84 Ctw Aquamarines & Diamonds

ART-DECO 1940 Retro Bracelet In 18Kt Gold With 61.84 Ctw Aquamarines & Diamonds

Located in Miami, FL

carefully crafted with massive and strong look in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with polished finish. It is

Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Linda Lee Johnson Precious Red Coral Bead Necklace 22k Gold 17" Double Strand
Linda Lee Johnson Precious Red Coral Bead Necklace 22k Gold 17" Double Strand

Linda Lee Johnson Precious Red Coral Bead Necklace 22k Gold 17" Double Strand

By Linda Lee Johnson

Located in McLeansville, NC

Precious Coral - 5.2 - 5.7 mm, Round Bead Shape, Red / Orange Color Metal: 22k Yellow Gold Weight: 45.6

Category

2010s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold & Black French Chairs w/ Carved Eagles on Arms
Gold & Black French Chairs w/ Carved Eagles on Arms

Gold & Black French Chairs w/ Carved Eagles on Arms

Located in Atlanta, GA

and seats, currently in a gold Napoleon bee print with some areas of imperfections, are ready for a

Category

Mid-20th Century French Armchairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood, Paint

19th C. French Louis XV Style Gold Giltwood Parlor Salon Sofa Suite - Set of 3
19th C. French Louis XV Style Gold Giltwood Parlor Salon Sofa Suite - Set of 3

19th C. French Louis XV Style Gold Giltwood Parlor Salon Sofa Suite - Set of 3

Located in Philadelphia, PA

) loveseat, (1) armchair, (1) side chair. All chairs feature gold silk upholstery with embroidered bees

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Louis XV Chairs

Materials

Fabric, Wood

19th Century French Louis XV Style Gold Giltwood 3-Piece Parlor Salon Suite
19th Century French Louis XV Style Gold Giltwood 3-Piece Parlor Salon Suite

19th Century French Louis XV Style Gold Giltwood 3-Piece Parlor Salon Suite

Located in Philadelphia, PA

) loveseat, (1) armchair, (1) side chair. All chairs feature gold silk upholstery with embroidered bees

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Louis XV Living Room Sets

Materials

Upholstery, Wood

L'AFSHAR black white marble print acrylic gold hardware box clutch bag
L'AFSHAR black white marble print acrylic gold hardware box clutch bag

L'AFSHAR black white marble print acrylic gold hardware box clutch bag

Located in Hong Kong, NT

L'AFSHAR black white marble print acrylic gold hardware box clutch bag Reference: SNKO/A00163 Brand

Category

2010s Asian Evening Bags and Minaudières

Francoise Montague Dangle Resin Clip Earrings with HoneyBee
Francoise Montague Dangle Resin Clip Earrings with HoneyBee

Francoise Montague Dangle Resin Clip Earrings with HoneyBee

By Francoise Montague

Located in Atlanta, GA

with pearl-imitation hearts, fresh green branches, and a tiny black-and-gold honey bee with transparent

Category

Early 2000s French Modern Dangle Earrings

Gucci Ace Black Leather Sneakers - EU 36.5
Gucci Ace Black Leather Sneakers - EU 36.5

Gucci Ace Black Leather Sneakers - EU 36.5

By Gucci

Located in Amman, JO

instantly recognizable gold embroidered bee. Crafted from smooth black leather with a sleek low-top

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoes

Monumental English "Imari" Decorated Platter with Butterflies
Monumental English "Imari" Decorated Platter with Butterflies

Monumental English "Imari" Decorated Platter with Butterflies

Located in Great Barrington, MA

Imari palette. This beauty is embellished with gold trim and highlighted with bees and butterflies in

Category

Antique 19th Century British Platters and Serveware

Materials

Gold

GUCCI white leather 2019 ACE WEB Sneakers Shoes 38
GUCCI white leather 2019 ACE WEB Sneakers Shoes 38

GUCCI white leather 2019 ACE WEB Sneakers Shoes 38

By Gucci

Located in Zürich, CH

house’s signature green and red web stripes on the sides, each accented with a gold metallic embroidered

Category

2010s Shoes

Vintage Chinoiserie Three Panel Screen, Fabric & Metal, Ca. 1970s
Vintage Chinoiserie Three Panel Screen, Fabric & Metal, Ca. 1970s

Vintage Chinoiserie Three Panel Screen, Fabric & Metal, Ca. 1970s

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Vintage three panel Chinoiserie screen in the Pagoda style. Fabric inserts in sage green with gold

Category

20th Century Chinoiserie Screens and Room Dividers

Materials

Metal

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Gold Bee For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate gold bee for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 608 antique edition and 242 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a gold bee may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. A gold bee from Herbert Rosenthal, Tiffany & Co. and Meghna Jewels — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. Take a look at a gold bee featuring Diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and mixed cut cut versions available here, too. Finding a gold bee for sale for women should be easy, but there are 308 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Gold Bee?

The price for a gold bee starts at $100 and tops out at $122,878 with these brooches, on average, selling for $2,449.

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.