Christian Dior Vintage Rare Gold Braided Woven Mesh Openwork Chunky Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Braided Woven Mesh Openwork Square Chunky Elegant Modenrist Clip Earrings, Gold Tone Very good condition.
Gold Plate
Christian Dior 1965 GROSSE Gold Braided Knot Woven Mesh Intertwined Necklace
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1965 Vintage Unisex Braided Knot Woven Mesh Intertwined Interlocked Chain Link Modernist Elegant Choker Collar Necklace, Gold Plated Very good condition.
Gold Plate
Vintage Vacheron Constantin 18k White Gold & Diamond Watch Braided Mesh Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (26) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - 1.55ctw (approx.) Case Material: Solid 18k White Gold Case Width: 24mm Case Height: 19mm Band Materia...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Vinted Two Row Braided Mesh Milanese Bracelet
Located in Arnhem, NL
The bracelet features two rows of delicate handmade mesh braids. It has an insert clasp and a figure eight safety lock.
Yellow Gold
Vintage Italian 18k Gold EB Braided Mesh Link w/ Rolling Ring Sections Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: All 18K Solid Yellow Gold w/ Tri Color Gold Rolling Rings Sections - Italian Gold Weight: 20.75 Grams Length: Measure 7.25 Inches Next to a Ruler. Will comfortably fit up t...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Rachel Koen Retro Woven Mesh Braided Diamond Buckle Bracelet 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Luxe and ultra-comfortable on the wrist, fine woven mesh bracelet flashes diamonds on the lock. This unique piece is crafted in 14k yellow gold. The buckle is set with round cut diam...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Braided Mesh Bracelet with Rope Detail and Dangling Accents, 39.
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Bold yet refined, this 14 karat yellow gold bracelet features an intricate braided mesh design accented by rope chain outlines that frame the center with added depth and texture.
Yellow Gold
14k Gold Tone Braided Mesh Rope Necklace With Round Beads circa 1970s
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This stunning 14k Gold tone braided mesh rope necklace from the circa 1970s exudes vintage glamour and versatile elegance.
1960s French 18 Carat Yellow Gold Flexible Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bracelet in 18 carats yellow gold, rhinoceros head hallmark. This splendid yellow gold bracelet is made of a soft and braided gold mesh like a thick fabric.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Piaget 18k White Gold Onyx & Pave Dial Ladies Watch
By Piaget
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
The integrated bracelet has a distinctive textured gold design in a braided mesh style, complete with a clasp that is also signed by the brand.
18k Gold
Woven Braided Mesh 18K Bracelet
Located in Fuquay Varina, NC
A truly unique and striking 18k yellow gold beaded and braided woven mesh bracelet with an integrated hidden box and safety latch closure.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.79 in L 7.49 in
Vintage 1940s Braided Gold and Tassel bracelet with Diamonds, Handmade Bracelet
Located in Sydney CBD, AU
Vintage Gold and Diamond Bracelet, featuring 12 Early Brilliant cut Diamonds and hanging tassels 14ct yellow gold 12 stone Diamond bracelet. 20mm wide 3 row mesh braided gold stran...
Diamond, 14k Gold
1950’S Gold & Glass Jade Fringe Tassel Brooch
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The gold plate metal mesh braided fringe tassel is a fantastic finishing detail.
Jean Paul Gaultier Black and Gold Mesh Braid and Lace Up Back Leather Bustier
By Jean Paul Gaultier
Located in Studio City, CA
Jean Paul Gaultier black and gold painted leather, mesh & braid bustier with boning, metal circle & triangle closures and lace up back.
Italian 14 Karat Yellow Gold UnoAErre Mesh Bracelet
By UnoAErre
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning Italian 14k yellow gold Unoaerre bracelet featuring 14k yellow gold mesh braided to form a Silky smooth bracelet.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Italian 18K Tri-Color Gold Braided Mesh Bracelet
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A phenomenal 1980s vintage bracelet, braided Italian mesh with sumptuous yellow, rose and white gold.
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Italian 18K Tri-Color Gold Braided Mesh Bracelet
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A phenomenal 1980s vintage bracelet, braided Italian mesh with sumptuous yellow, rose and white gold.
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Braided Mesh Bracelet
Located in Addison, TX
This vintage braided mesh bracelet is sure to you make feel like a golden goddess.
18k Gold
Modern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Braided Mesh Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This second-hand gold necklace is made from a braid of gold wires, the whole forming a cable. The clasp is a ratchet clasp with...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18k Gold Woven Mesh Braided Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Tiffany & Co. bracelet features a wide braided mesh design in 18k yellow gold. The flexible weave gives it a dimensional look while maintaining comfort on the wrist.
18k Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow White & Rose Gold Woven Textured Braided Mesh Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow, White & Rose Gold Weight: 8.2 Grams Length: 7.0” (measured on ruler) can comfortably fit up to a 6.75” wrist Closure: Push clasp w/ safety latch Thic...
Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Somerset 18k yellow gold & diamond mesh, weave, braided ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in London, GB
Tiffany & Co Somerset ring in 18k yellow gold and diamonds, composed of elegant braided links, decorated with diamonds. 4 x Round Brilliant Cut Diamond, approximate total weight 0.1...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Bvlgari Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Textured Braided Wide Mesh Link Chain Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in Montclair, NJ
You're looking at a master piece by the Italian luxury brand Bvlgari. This incredibly well made vintage bracelet is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and features a wide design constr...
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
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W 0.75 in L 7.25 in
Vintage 14k Rose Gold Woven Braided Wide Mesh Link Chain Engraved Clasp Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
This well made vintage bracelet was crafted from solid 14k rose gold. It features a wide, woven, braided design constructed from four strands of fine flat gold mesh.
14k Gold, Rose Gold
18k Vintage Two Row Braided Mesh and Raindrop Center Bracelet
Located in Fairfield, CT
This gorgeous vintage bracelet is a matte finished two rows of braided mesh, centered with a high polished yellow gold raindrop center.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 1.1 in L 6.75 in
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold 1.1" Wide Woven Braided Mesh Link Statement Bracelet 64g
Located in Montclair, NJ
This truly elegant and unique vintage bracelet was crafted in solid 18k yellow gold and features approximately 1.1 inch wide woven mesh link that is silky smooth on the wrist. The br...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 1.19 in L 1.19 in
Christian Dior Vintage Large Braided Woven Mesh Openwork Square Chunky Earrings
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Large Braided Woven Mesh Openwork Square Chunky Elegant Modenrist Clip Earrings, Gold Tone Very good condition.
Gold Plate
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W 0.6 in L 15.75 in
Christian Dior GROSSE 1965 Braided Knot Woven Mesh Intertwined Collar Necklace
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1965 Vintage Unisex Braided Knot Woven Mesh Intertwined Interlocked Chain Link Modernist Elegant Choker Collar Necklace, Gold Plated Very good condition.
Gold Plate
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W 0.75 in L 16.15 in
Christian Dior Vintage 1965 Braided Woven Mesh Intertwined Chain Link Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1965 Braided Woven Mesh Intertwined Chain Link Unisex Modernist Choker Collar Necklace, Gold Plated Very good condition.
Gold Plate
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W 0.75 in L 16.15 in
Christian Dior Vintage 1965 Braided Woven Mesh Intertwined Chain Link Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1965 Braided Woven Mesh Intertwined Chain Link Unisex Modernist Choker Collar Necklace, Gold Plated Very good condition.
Gold Plate
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W 0.75 in L 16.15 in
Christian Dior Vintage 1965 Braided Woven Mesh Intertwined Chain Link Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1965 Unisex Braided Woven Mesh Intertwined Interlocked Chain Link Modernist Elegant Choker Collar Necklace, Gold Plated Very good condition.
Gold Plate
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W 0.56 in L 18.71 in
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Byzantine Braid Royal Mesh Knot Link Rope Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Byzantine Braid Royal Mesh Knot Link Rope Unisex Modernist Chunky Statement Necklace, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine.
Gold Plate
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W 0.56 in L 18.71 in
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Byzantine Braid Royal Mesh Knot Link Rope Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Byzantine Braid Royal Mesh Knot Link Rope Unisex Modernist Chunky Statement Necklace, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. 100% Genuine.
Gold Plate
1960s Diamond Gold Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bracelet in 18 carat white gold, fhinos and eagle head hallmarks. This splendid white gold bracelet is composed of braided gold mesh.
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Rolex Lady's White Gold and Diamond Watch for Serpico y Laino circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
The bracelet is a fine white gold mesh with an intricately braided design. Burst of diamonds, resembling the signature Rolex crown adorn the top.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Fabulous Yves Saint Laurent Stone Necklace, 1988
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Yves Saint Laurent - (Made in France) Necklace in braided gold metal mesh holding cabochons in hard stones such as quartz, tiger's eye, amethyst or jadeite.
Magnificent Gold Braided Mesh Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bracelet in 18K yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This splendid gold bracelet is composed of eye catching gold braided mesh.
18k Gold
Yellow Gold Bracelet 18 Karat Mesh Braided
Located in Vannes, FR
All Gold Bracelet 18k mesh braided Length : 17 cm Security Clasp Weight Of Gold : 14.76 Grams
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Braided Yellow Gold Mesh Ball Statement Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Timeless Mesh Gold Weave Necklace with gold balls, beautifully hand crafted in 22/20ct. secure invisible insertion clasp with a figure ‘8’ safety. Marked: B.C.S 252; 22/20 M; balls m...
22k Gold
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Braided Mesh Bracelet
Located in Addison, TX
This braided bracelet is sure you make feel like a golden goddess. It’s made perfectly to lay flat on the wrist. It is 18 karat yellow gold weighing 21.50 grams. It is 7mm wide. The ...
18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Mesh and Braided 18k Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
The bracelet is finely crafted in 18k yellow gold and weighing approximately total of 55.9 DWT and 86.9 gram. 8.00 inch. Signed by Tiffany & Co.
18k Gold
Italy Mid Century 1950 Torino Massive Braided Mesh Bracelet in Solid 18kt Gold
Located in Miami, FL
This beautiful and unusual piece was crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats. The design is composed by a braided triple mesh, with a boxed push lock and a hinged figure 8 for extr...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 1.09 in L 7 in
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Crossover Woven Braid Wide Flat Mesh Link Chain Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
This well made and unique vintage bracelet was crafted in the 1960's from solid 18k yellow gold. It features a wide, woven, crossover design constructed from four strands of fine fla...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Richilene Fuchsia Micro Pleat Beaded Evening Dress, 1980’s
By Richilene
Located in Atlanta, GA
The ornate sleeves feature an intricate combination of metallic gold mesh, braid, embroidery, beading and faceted stones, all in complimentary shades of fuchsia, pink, aqua blue and ...
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H 0.87 in W 0.99 in
Vintage Ladies 14k Yellow Gold Concord 25mm Oval Shape Watch Mesh Braided Link B
By Concord Watch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Watchmaker: Concord Movement: Swiss Made - 6 Jewels - Unadjusted - Quartz Case, Bezel & Bracelet Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Gross Weight: 48.4 Grams Case Width: 25mm (not includ...
Yellow Gold
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W 0.75 in L 16.15 in
Christian Dior Vintage 1965 Braided Woven Mesh Link Intertwined Chain Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1965 Unisex Braided Woven Mesh Intertwined Interlocked Chain Link Modernist Elegant Choker Collar Necklace, Gold Plated Very good condition.
Gold Plate
Juliana "Style" Romantic Porcelain Enamel Glass Jeweled Gold Mesh Belt c 1970s
Located in University City, MO
Framed with turquoise color & tiny pink glass settings The belt is constructed with two rows of gold mesh plated braided chains; encrusted with turquoise color & pink glass setting...
Bangle Bracelet 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Paris, FR
Gold thread cuff bracelet Braided mesh 2 braids on a mesh background in 18 carat yellow gold.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chaine d’Ancre bracelet with toggle clasp, 18 karat gold, circa 1950-60
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
An 18kt gold iconic braided marine mesh Chaine d’Ancre bracelet, with toggle clasp.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960's Ultra Wide Twisted and Braided Flexible Gold Mesh Bracelet
By Tambetti
Located in New York, NY
One Ladies 18kt Gold Flexible Mesh Bracelet Designed In An Interlocking Twist And Braided Motif.
Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Gold & Glass Jade Fringe Tassel Brooch
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
The gold plate metal mesh braided fringe tassel is a fantastic finishing detail.
1950s Flexible Intertwined Twisted Mesh Braided Gold Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
One Ladies 18kt Gold Twisted Soft Mesh Intertwined Braided Bracelet.
18k Gold
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Braided Mesh Bracelet
Located in Geneva, CH
Soft vintage braided mesh bracelet crafted in 18 karat yellow gold.
Yellow Gold
1950s Twisted and Braided Flexible Soft Textured Gold Mesh Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
One Textured 18kt Gold Flexible And Soft And Smooth To The Wrist Bracelet Made In A Twisted And Braided Design To Create An Interwined Woven Knot Effect.Made In Italy In The 1950's. ...
18k Gold
Rene Caovilla Mesh Beaded Slingback Shoes With Red & Pink Roses & Gold Trim
By René Caovilla
Located in Portland, OR
These are fabulous vintage Rene´ Caovilla slingback shoes with pointed toes and gold leather heels and straps. The upers are in a fine mesh with gold braid and gold leather trim and ...
French Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Flexible Cuff Bracelet
Located in Paris, FR
A fine and elegant vintage Cuff bracelet in 18 carats yellow gold. France, circa 1960's Eagle's head hallmark ( 3 times) Flexible and articulated bracelet made of gold braided mes...
18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Blue Sapphire Diamond Chain Bracelet
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
The wearing of charms may have begun as a form of amulet or talisman to ward off evil spirits or bad luck. This blue sapphire bracelet has a oval cut gemstone and diamonds in 18K Gol...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Patek Philippe 18Kt Solid Gold Dress Watch circa 1980's with Original Bracelet
By Patek Philippe
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Patek Philippe & Co. STYLE / REFERENCE: Dress Watch / Reference 4217-10 METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1980's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 23mm X Widt...
Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold "Indian Head " American Coin On A Link Chain Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your style with this exquisite David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Hammered Chain "Indian Head" Coin Necklace. This captivating piece of jewelry combines elegance and heritage, making...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980S Diamond Ruby 18K Gold Detailed Bangle Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
This 1980S wide cuff bracelet MAde in Solid 18K yellow gold with genuine Rubies and Diamonds. The bracelet is decorated with precious stones Rubies, and diamonds set in a Triangle D...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Façade 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Watch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Façade 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Watch - Quartz. 18K Yellow Gold (22 mm x 33 mm) with red cabochin rubies on bezel. White dial with Arabic numerals. Wrist size 6.75 ...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Platinum Diamond Omega Ladies Wrist Watch Vintage Art Deco
Located in Greer, SC
" Lady's dress watch by Omega measures 6.5 inches long. It weighs 13.3 pennyweights. It has a rectangular platinum case measuring 13.62 by 13.21 mm with bead set round diamond lugs. ...
Diamond, Platinum
Handmade 18kt Gold Pearl Cuff Bracelet, Italy, Circa 1990, 17cm
Located in Capri, IT
18kt Gold Pearl Bracelet totally handmade in italy 3 rounds pearls
Pearl, 18k Gold
Cartier Ladies White Gold Diamond Baignoire Mini Bracelet Quartz Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Cartier ladies watch with diamonds set on the bezel and bracelet. Size 6 wrist with deployment buckle. Quartz. Watch face measures 24mm by 18mm.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Baume & Mercier .75 Carat Diamond Jade Yellow Gold Ladies Wristwatch
By Baume & Mercier
Located in Stamford, CT
Haute Couture Baume & Mercier ladies wristwatch with a natural jade dial, diamond bezel and an 18k yellow gold case and braided band. Full original 7 ¾ Inch length. Approximate...
Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950's 14K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with Diamond Accents
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1950's 14K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with Diamond Accents - The bangle has a brushed finish with 3 white gold ribbon accents containing 3 single cut diamonds in each. The t...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Omega 14Kt Solid White Gold Ladies 1950's Dress Watch with 1 Carat of Diamonds
By Omega
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Omega Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Mid Century / Reference A7699 METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1950's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 37mm X D...
Roberto Coin Diamond Bangle Woven Bracelet 18 Karat Yellow Gold Estate, Medium
By Roberto Coin
Located in New York, NY
Roberto Coin Diamond Bangle Woven Bracelet 18 Karat Yellow Gold Estate, Medium This is a stretchable bracelet Diamonds : Approximately 1 Carat 18 Karat Yellow gold : 29 Grams It ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vacheron Constantin Platinum and Diamond Dress Watch with Ceylon Sapphires, 1920
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Vacheron Constantin for Merimont STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Dress Watch METAL / MATERIAL: Platinum Diamond Sapphires CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Leng...
Piaget 18k Gold and Diamond Mechanical Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
Piaget 18k Gold and Diamond Mechanical Wristwatch Details: Mechanical, back-wind, rectangular textured gold-tone dial, black markers and hands, 16 round diamonds ap. .55 ct., glass ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian 18 Karat Gold French Oriental Bangle Bracelet
Located in Moreno Valley, CA
Victorian Gold French Oriental Bangle Bracelets 18 Karat. An exceptional example of antique finery Victorian style jewellery bracelet well done in Oriental style design. It is just o...
Gold, 18k Gold
LOUIS VUITTON black & brown Monogram Canvas GAIA Hobo Bag
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Louis Vuitton Gaia hobo bag is crafted from classic Ebene brown Monogram canvas with black leather gussets and trims, complemented by a natural vachetta handle fo...
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.