$19,532Sale Price / item|20% Off
L 13 in
14 Karat Yellow Gold Shell Charm Choker Necklace Brilliant 5.47 Carat Diamond
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Celebrate this festive season with a touch of pure brilliance. Our 14K gold diamond choker
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$24,414Sale Price / item|20% Off
L 13 in
18 Karat Yellow Gold Shell Charm Choker Necklace Brilliant 5.47 Carat Diamond
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Celebrate this festive season with a touch of pure brilliance. Our 18K gold diamond choker
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Orange Enamel Conch Shell Charm Pendant, Vintage
Located in Upland, CA
About This Charm: This distinctive conch shell charm showcases a vibrant orange enamel that catches
Yellow Gold
$650
H 0.67 in W 0.66 in
British Vintage Collectible Yellow Gold 3D Detailed Conch Shell Charm Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: 9k Yellow Gold - with Pink Enamel Weight: 4.82 Grams Overall Height: 17.02mm (0.67
Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Tiffany & Co. Oyster Clam Shell Enamel Pearl Charm Pendant 18k Yellow Gold 6g
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Northbrook, IL
Enhance your collection with this exquisite Tiffany & Co. charm. Crafted in 18k yellow gold, this
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1.85Ct Round Brilliant Diamond Red Enamel Shell 10k White Gold Handmade Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
1.85Ct Round Brilliant Diamond Red Enamel Shell 10k White Gold Handmade Jewelry This bracelet
Diamond, White Gold, Enamel, Gold, 10k Gold
1.8 Carat Diamond Green Enamel Cowrie Shell Bracelet 10 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
This 1.8 Carat Diamond Green Enamel Cowrie Shell Charm 10 Karat White Gold Bracelet features a
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
$2,918Sale Price|20% Off
L 7 in
1.9 Carat Diamond Yellow Enamel Cowrie Shell Bracelet 10 Kt White Gold Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 10-karat gold, these exquisite bracelet is handset with 1.90 carats of sparkling diamonds
Diamond, White Gold, Enamel, Gold, 10k Gold
$3,820Sale Price|20% Off
L 7 in
1.85 Carat Diamond Blue Enamel Cowrie Shell Bracelet 10 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
Item Code :- STBR-4044N Gross Wt. :- 16.67 gm 10k Solid White Gold Wt. :- 16.30 gm Natural Diamond
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
18K Yellow Gold Necklace with Shell Charm - Micheletto
By Olivo Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
luxurious yellow gold. Features: Material: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Total Gold Weight: 123.70 grams Design
18k Gold
14K Solid Yellow Gold Cowrie Shell Charm Pendant Boho Luxury Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cowrie Shell Charm Pendant in 14K Solid Yellow Gold Details:- Item Code :- FIMJ-678 Material
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,040Sale Price|20% Off
14k White Gold Shell, Mother of Pearl & Onyx Bag Charm Pearl Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
stunning purse charms. This beaded bracelet is crafted with a luxurious blend of gemstones, including Shell
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Gold 0.26 Ct Diamond Bezel Multi-Color Enamel Cowrie Shell Charm Set Pendant
Located in Jaipur, IN
The Full Spectrum of Joy — Multi-Color Enamel & Diamond Cowrie Shell Charm Collection in 14K
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
Pierre Balmain Vintage 1980s Five 5 Conch Shell Charms Bib Pendant Necklace
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Wokingham, England
Pierre Balmain Vintage 1980s Unisex Five 5 Swirl Conch Shell Charms Bib Pendant Chunky Statement
Gold Plate
$445Sale Price / item|44% Off
Convertible Pearl Hoop Earrings silver, gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Detachable Pearl Hoop Earrings, Gold Plated Sterling Silver, Shell Pearl Charm Earrings
Cultured Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver
$238Sale Price|20% Off
Gilt & White Enamel Seashell Dangle Choker Necklace By Frederick Mosell, 1960s
By Mosell
Located in McKinney, TX
additional 2" extender chain - Approx 1.5" width, including shell dangle charms - Gold plated - White
MAZ 18 Karat Yellow Gold Coral Shell Pearl Diamond Charm Bracelet
By The Mazza Company
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Mazza Company shell, coral, diamond and pearl sea life charm bracelet in 18k yellow gold from the
Coral, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Charm Bracelet Pink Shell Flowers Emerald Beads Threads Sapphires
Located in Milan, IT
This bracelet, inspired by the fresh sweetness of flowers is made in white gold, emeralds beads
Emerald, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique 10k Gold Conch Shell Cameo Bracelet
Located in Montreal, QC
Antique 10k gold conch shell cameo bracelet circa 1890, unmarked, tested 10k gold. Measures 6 1/2
10k Gold
Vintage Sea Shell Bracelet by Napier
By Napier
Located in London, GB
A fabulous vintage bracelet by Napier with a double row of gold plated 3 dimentional shell charms
Base Metal, Gold Plate
Unavailable
W 0.5 in L 7 in
1980's Beach Motif Lily Pad, Starfish and Shell Gold Flexible Link Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
One 14kt Textured Yellow Gold Flexible Link Bracelet Composed Of Alternating Lily Pads,Shells And
Gold, 18k Gold
Enamel Conch Shell Pendant-Charm 14 Karat Gold
Located in Aurora, Ontario
english gold conch shell and a lot of work was put into making this by hand. It has a ring on it, so you
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Enamel
Tahitian Shell Pearl Round Charm Necklace 14k Yellow Gold 16, 17, and 18" in one
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tahitian pearls shell pearl flat round charm with 14k yellow chain that can be worn at 16, 17 and
Yellow Gold
Susan Lister Locke 26" Freshwater Pearl & Apatite Bead Necklace, 18K Gold Shells
By Susan Lister Locke
Located in Nantucket, MA
Gold Scallop Shell charms. A sweet summer piece to wear with everything from shorts to sundresses
Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Trianon Gemstone Gold Sea Shell Charm Bracelet
By Trianon
Located in Austin, TX
Whimsical and beautiful Trianon 18K white gold sea shell with gem stones charm bracelet. Pearls and
Aquamarine, Pearl, 18k Gold
10 Karat Yellow Gold Conch Shell Charm # 19406
Located in Washington Depot, CT
10 Karat Yellow Gold Conch Shell Charm This beautiful 1K yellow gold conch shell charm was crafted
Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Oyster Shell Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A 14 karat (14K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as an oyster shell. Stamped 14K for 14 karat
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Mussel Shell Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A 14 karat (14K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a mussel shell. Stamped 14K for 14 karat
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Sea Shell with Pearl Charm
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Sea Shell with Pearl Charm- This lovely 3D charm features a miniature
Pearl, Yellow Gold
Links of London Diamond Sea Shell Charm
By Links of London
Located in London, GB
Here we have an 18ct yellow gold charm from the world-renowned (now retired) British jewellery
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
MAZ Amethyst Citrine Pearl Coral Onyx Sea Shell Gold Charm Bracelet
By Maz
Located in Stamford, CT
Sea shell designer MAZ multi-color shells accented with gold beads in 14k and natural gemstones
Amethyst, Citrine, Coral, Onyx, Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Natural Freshwater Pearl 14 Karat Gold Clam Shell Locket Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a deeply ridged clam shell Opens on a hinge to reveal a 3.0 mm round natural
Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Pearl 14 Karat Gold I Shell Love You Forever Clamshell Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a deeply ridged clamshell with polished gold letters I and U Opens on a hinge to
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Pearl 14 Karat Gold I Shell Love You Forever Clamshell Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a deeply ridged clamshell with polished gold letters I and U Opens on a hinge to
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Shell Cameo Bracelet Set In 14ct Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
This beautiful 14ct vintage cameo bracelet features cameos set in rich yellow gold. The intricate
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold Twin Chain Pearl Bracelet
Located in Towson, MD
One 14 karat yellow gold twin cable link chain bracelet, set with one gold shell charm, seven
Pearl, Quartz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Conch Shell Pendant Charm
Located in Coral Gables, FL
14 Karat Yellow Gold Conch Shell Charm With Textured Finish. Finished Weight Is 9.0 Grams. 1.25
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Mussel Shell Charm
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Mussel Shell Charm This adorable mussel charm made from 14K yellow gold is
Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Sea Conch Shell Charm #13388
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Sea Shell Charm This adorable 14K yellow gold sea shell conch charm is
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Conch Shell Charm
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Conch Shell Charm- One of nature's treasures! This lovely 3D charm
Yellow Gold
Enamel Conch Shell Charm Pendant 14K Yellow Gold 3D
Located in Fairfield, CT
Enamel Conch Shell Charm Pendant 14K Yellow Gold 3D This Vintage 14 Karat Gold Conch Shell Charm
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage Conch Shell Pendant 14k Gold Charm Heavy 17.7 Grams Sea Shell Ocean
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage conch shell pendant crafted in 14k yellow gold (circa 1970s). The
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Shell Inlay Italian 14 Karat Gold Articulated Globe Pendant Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
; glossed with resinous finish Spins on axis with South Pole as a gold bead and North Pole as jump ring
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold GIA Natural Pink Conch Pearl Shell Pendant Charm
Located in Montclair, NJ
Natural - 6.72x5.04mm (approx.)**See Certification Details Below** Material: 14k Solid Yellow Gold Weight
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Enamel Sea Shell Charm Bracelet Vintage 18k Yellow Gold 8" Ocean Marine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed vintage enameled shell charm bracelet crafted in 18 karat yellow gold
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Oscar de la Renta Gold-Plated Shell Bib Necklace with Coral Enamel Resin Charms
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in Santa Monica, CA
featuring two strands of sculpted conical shell charms and coral branch motifs. Designed with a marine
Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel, Mixed Metal
Vintage ZOE COSTE Lucite Fish Sea Shells Charm Dangling Earrings
By Zoe Coste
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Earrings with Lucite fish and gilt sea shell charms. - Gold tone hardware. - Signed ZOE COSTE Made in
Pierre Balmain Vintage 1980s Five Conch Shell Charms Pendant Chunky Necklace
By Balmain
Located in Wokingham, England
Pierre Balmain Vintage 1980s Unisex Five Conch Shell Charms Pendant Chunky Necklace, Gold Plated
Gold Plate
Pierre Balmain Vintage 1980s Five Conch Shell Charms Pendant Chunky Necklace
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Wokingham, England
Pierre Balmain Vintage 1980s Unisex Five Conch Shell Charms Pendant Chunky Necklace, Gold Plated
Gold Plate
Pierre Balmain Vintage 1980s Five 5 Conch Shell Charms Bib Pendant Necklace
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Wokingham, England
Pierre Balmain Vintage 1980s Unisex Five 5 Swirl Conch Shell Charms Bib Pendant Chunky Statement
Gold Plate
Pierre Balmain Vintage 1980s Five 5 Conch Shell Charms Bib Pendant Necklace
By Pierre Balmain
Located in Wokingham, England
Pierre Balmain Vintage 1980s Unisex Five 5 Swirl Conch Shell Charms Bib Pendant Chunky Statement
Gold Plate
14 Karat Yellow Gold Conch Charm #21311
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Conch Charm- This 14K Yellow Gold Conch Shell Charm is a beautiful piece for beach
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Shell Charm
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Shell Charm. Bring back those idyllic beach days! This lovely 3D charm
Yellow Gold
Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold shell charm
By Olivo Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
is CAPRI It has 10 different element from the see all in yellow gold, the front and the back can be 2
18k Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Scallop Shell Charm
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Scallop Shell Charm The jewels of the sea! This lovely 3D charm
Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Whelk Shell Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A 14 karat (14K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a whelk shell. Stamped 14K for 14 karat gold
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Clam Shell Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A 14 karat (14K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a clam shell. Stamped 14K for 14 karat gold
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
A Shell Enamel Coral Jade Gold Charm Bracelet
Located in Firenze, IT
Suspending eleven charms of Buddha and various motifs; length: 7 1/2in. Weight 42gr
Coral, Jade, Yellow Gold
Celine Paris Vintage Chunky Gold Toned Sea Shell Charms Bracelet
By Celine
Located in Nice, FR
CELINE PARIS vintage chunky gold toned link bracelet featuring six sea shell charms. From the 1992
Gold Plate
Vintage 14K Gold Sand Dollar Sea Shell Charm for a Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine sea shell charm for a bracelet. In 14k gold. In the form of a miniature sand dollar. With
14k Gold
Napier Gold Tone Oyster Clam Shell Charm Bracelet & Earrings, C.1960
By Napier
Located in Atlanta, GA
and dangle earrings decorated with gold tone clam and oyster shells. The bracelet has a box closure
Gold, Gilt Metal
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Cat Island Beach Shell Yellow Gold Charm Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
heart-shaped charm. The vibrant charms resemble the smooth curves of the surface of a sea-tossed shells
Agate, Crystal, Jade, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Sea Shell Charm
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Shell Charm Intricately designed shell charm with 14K yellow gold details
Yellow Gold
Mikimoto International Shell With Pearl Gold Tone Letter Opener
By Mikimoto
Located in New York, NY
This is a letter opener by MIKIMOTO International. The item was given a gold tone finish, so do
Cultured Pearl, Steel
Napier Sea Shell Charm Earrings
By Napier
Located in New York, NY
Napier Sea Shell Charm Earrings from the 1950's. Clip back fittings with hollow charms which are
Gold Plate
Enamel Sea Shell Pendant Charm in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hicksville, NY
inch Width Enamel Sea Shell charm pendant crafted in 14 karat yellow gold with great detailing in
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Sold
H 0.75 in W 0.32 in
18k Yellow & White Gold 0.15ctw Diamond Covered Sea Conch Shell Charm Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
White Diamonds- 0.15ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold w/ White Gold Top Weight: 1.69 Grams
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
W 1.5 in D 0.4 in L 2 in
Art Deco Rose & White Carved Shell Portrait Cameo w/ 14kt White Gold Fittings
Located in New York, NY
the oval white gold border that circumscribes the shell charm. Stylized sparrows adorn each angle of
14k Gold
Sold
W 0.5 in L 37.5 in
Chanel Rare Vintage Gold Shell Charm Double Strand Link Multi Pearl Waist Belt
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Metal Gold tone Faux pearl Hook closure Made in France Width 0.5" Total
Shell Coral Gold charm bracelat
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This charm bracelet has 6 charms. A combination of shells and coral
18k Gold, Berlin Iron
TRIANON Gold Shell & Coral Charm Bracelet
By Trianon
Located in Greenwich, CT
Rolled oval-shaped link bracelet in 18k yellow gold, suspending 4 shell charms, each bezel-set in
Coral, 18k Gold
CELINE Bracelet Vintage 1990s
By Celine
Located in London, GB
. Detail -Made in Italy in 1992 -Heavy gold plated metal -Five shell charms -Toggle clasp Size & Fit
Gold Plate
Celine Bracelet Vintage 1990s
By Celine
Located in London, GB
. Detail -Made in Italy in 1992 -Heavy gold plated metal -Five shell charms -Toggle clasp Size & Fit
Gold Plate
Collectible Yellow Gold 3D Detailed Statue of Liberty Charm Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 3.52 Grams Overall Height: 29.28mm (1.15") (base to torch) Overall Width: 7.77mm (0.30") (widest portion of base) Jump Ring Diameter: 3.6mm (a...
Gold, Yellow Gold
$798Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.37 in D 0.28 in L 0.95 in
Art Deco 1930 RACING CAR Pendant Charm in Solid 14Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
An antique racing car pendant-charm. Beautiful and very well detailed pendant-charm made in the shape of a racing car. The charm was created during the art deco period back in the 1...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18K Gold Enamel Fish Pisces Zodiac Charm Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A vintage Italian gold fish charm pendant created with a blue enameled body. The fish is beautifully detailed and created with a great royal blue scaly skin. Designed in 18 karat yel...
18k Gold, Enamel
9ct Gold Television Charm moving images !
Located in London, GB
9ct Gold Television Charm with moving images that are rolled around (just two) They are printed on a roller I am not sure what the roller is made from appears to be ceramic Circa ...
Gold, 9k Gold
$3,685
H 0.95 in W 0.48 in
Tiffany & Co Hourglass Charm Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Timer Rock Crystal Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Tiffany & Co infinity hourglass charm crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. The charm is a hard-to-find retired piece and no longer made by Tiffany & Co. The ch...
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rarely seen 1930's 14 Karat Yellow Gold Original Charm Bracelet
Located in Troy, MI
They don't make them like these anymore! This circa vintage 1930's charm bracelet on original flat Belcher chain features 14 original charms. Most are 14 karat a few are 10 karat. Th...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold Vintage Horse-Drawn Carriage Charm - 9k Olden Day Transport Moves
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Vintage Metal Content: 9k Yellow Gold Theme: Horse-Drawn Carriage, Olden Day Transportation Features: Wheels Move Measurements Tall (from stationary bail): 17/32" (13.3mm) W...
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Empire State Building Charm #18775
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Empire State Building Charm This beautiful charm is a representation of the empire state building, meticulously crafted from 14K yellow gold with amazing detailing! ...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Vatican City Charm "Roma '64" #22826
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Vatican City Charm- This 1414K Yellow Gold Vatican City Charm features intricate detailing, honoring faith and heritage with timeless elegance. Size: 18.7 mm x 17.2...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Cable Car Charm #17856
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Cable Car Charm Capture the charm of San Francisco in a golden whirl! This 14K yellow gold articulating cable car charm is your ticket to fun! Hallmark: 14K Weight...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$12,000
Vintage Gold Charm Bracelet
Located in Cairo, EG
Vintage 14k gold bracelet with complet unuswal charms in very fine workmanship of every charm braclete is in 14k gold total bracelet weight 46 grams in good condition
$698
H 0.86 in W 0.36 in
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Collectible Greek Temple of Apollo Column Charm Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 2.75 Grams Overall Height: 22.08mm (0.86") (north to south - including bail) Overall Width: 9.20mm (0.36") (east to west - at base) Bail Diame...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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.