Vintage Lalaounis Greek 18k Hammered Gold Mechanical Collar Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Greek collar necklace is crafted by Lalaounis in rich 18k yellow gold, weighing 68.5
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Ilias Lalaounis Vintage Greek Key Motif Collar 18K Gold Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Miami, FL
Ilias Lalaounis Greek Key Motif Collar Necklace in Textured 18K Yellow Gold A bold expression of
18k Gold
Estate Opal Collar Necklace, Riviere Greek Key Necklace 14K Gold
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
filigree Greek Key design. Crafted of 14 karat yellow gold, this necklace is exquisite. The laboratory
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lalaounis Chimera Collar Necklace - Yellow Gold 18k Greek Adjustable
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Lalaounis Collection: Chimera Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Necklace Style: Collar
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lalaounis 18K Yellow Gold Greek Key Collar Necklace Vintage 118.4g
Located in New York, NY
Designer: lalaoonis Title: This bold vintage collar necklace by Lalaounis showcases the house’s
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cadoro Vintage Collar Necklace, 1960s
By Cadoro
Located in New York, NY
Cadoro vintage collar necklace. Greek style necklace with a pattern on gold-tone metal. Period
Ilias Lalaounis 18k Hammered Gold Labyrinth Collar Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Austin, TX
A simple and elegant "Labyrinth" collar necklace by Ilias Lalaounis in bright 18k hammered yellow
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ilias Lalaounis Vintage Spiral Motif Collar Choker Yellow Gold Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold spiral motif choker collar necklace by Illias Lalaounis Greece. This vintage Ilias
18k Gold
$740
W 0.75 in D 0.25 in L 13 in
Vintage DoubleSpiral Twisted Silver Wire Filigree Link Choker Collar Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Featuring handmade double-spiral filigree links, this vintage collar choker necklace was created by
Silver
Ilias Lalaounis Hammered Finish 21K Yellow Gold Collar Necklace Drop Pendant
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This striking Ilias Lalaounis collar necklace is crafted in luminous 21 karat yellow gold with the
Gold, Yellow Gold
Lalaounis Torque Collar
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in San Antonio, TX
A very unique Lalaounis Torque Collar.
18k Gold
$920
W 1.75 in L 20 in
Oskar de la Renta Vintage Multi-Strand Textured Gold-Tone Chain Collar Necklace
Located in Milford, DE
This showstopping vintage necklace by Oscar de la Renta is a true statement piece, showcasing the
Gold Plate
Unavailable
Lalaounis Greece Gold Collar Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Lambertville, NJ
18k yellow impressive necklace, crafted by Greek designer Ilias Lalaounis. Necklace will
18k Gold
Unavailable
Zolotas Greece Chimera Collar Gold Necklace
By Zolotas
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Classic 18k gold Chimera collar necklace, crafted by Zolotas of Greece. Necklace has inner
Gold
Sapphire Diamond Gold Greek Key Collar Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This fabulous collar necklace is made in solid 18k yellow gold. It features both round diamonds and
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Necklace Collar Minimal Snake Chain 18 Karat Gold-Plated Silver Greek
By Maggoosh
Located in Athens, GR
"Nataraj" Necklace Every chain has been individually hand-cut and placed by Greek local skilled
18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Lalaounis Neoclassical 18 Karat Collar Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Dramatic ancient Greek inspired necklace made by Lalaounis in a high color 18kt. yellow gold. The
18k Gold
18k White Gold Collar Necklace with Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
Collar necklace in 18k white gold with 1.33 carats diamonds and adjustable length with extra links
Diamond, White Gold
Silver Collar Necklace with Blue Swarovski Crystals, Dimitrios Exclusive K212
Located in Athens, Peristeri
A shiny sterling silver collar necklace with gold plated silver details of flower motifs, decorated
Crystal, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate
Organa Collar
By Alexandra Koumba
Located in Astoria, NY
The Organa Collar is part of the signature collection ''Lace'' made of crochet lace from A vintage
Gold Plate, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Silver
Unavailable
Spine Collar in Gold
By Alexandra Koumba
Located in Astoria, NY
The Spine Collar is our timeless elegant necklace for any occasion, part of the collection
Gold
Unavailable
Spine Collar in Gun Metal
By Alexandra Koumba
Located in Astoria, NY
The Spine Collar is our timeless elegant necklace for any occasion, part of the collection
Greek Rams' Head Collar Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning collar necklace made in Greece in 18 karat yellow gold featuring a double ram’s head
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Zolotas Greek Nugget Necklace Collar In Textured solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Zolotas
Located in Miami, FL
Necklace designed by Zolotas. Gorgeous necklace, created in Greece by the jewelry house of Zolotas
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14" Collar Necklace 24k Gold Medallion Greek Motif Jewelry 14k
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage collar necklace crafted in 14 karat yellow gold with a 24k gold medallion drop
Gold, 14k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold 15.75" 8.3mm Wide Polished Greek Key Link Collar Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a fancy and very well made collar statement necklace that was crafted from solid 18k
Yellow Gold
Lalaounis 18K Yellow Gold Textured Collar Torque Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in New York, NY
This torque-style necklace, a recreation of an ancient Greek museum artefact by the renowned Greek
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Lalaounis Sodalite 22 Karat Gold Textured Collar Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Miami, FL
Feel immaculate and strong with this stunning Antique LALAOUNIS Sodalite 22K Gold Textured Collar
22k Gold
Ilias Lalaounis Diamond and Yellow Gold Collar Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Southampton, PA
totaling 1.25 carats to produce a mesmerizing visual effect in this exuberant necklace from Ilias Lalaounis.
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ilias Lalaounis Vintage 22K Yellow Gold Link Collar Choker Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Miami, FL
Stunning vintage Lalaounis Greek 22K Gold collar necklace Was crafted in 22K yellow gold
Yellow Gold
Lalaounis 22K Yellow Gold Hammered Lapis Collar Hinged Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in New York, NY
Feel immaculate and strong with this stunning Antique LALAOUNIS Sodalite 22K Gold Textured Collar
Lapis Lazuli, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Ancient Agate Intaglio Stainless Steel Gold Collar Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari Stainless Steel Collar embellished with an 18kt Yellow Gold mounted Ancient Coin
18k Gold, Stainless Steel, Yellow Gold
Ilias Lalaounis Diamond Ruby Sapphire Chimera Yellow Gold Collar Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond Ruby Sapphire Chimera Collar Necklace by Ilias Lalaounis Greece. With 2x
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Ilias Lalaounis 18 Karat Yellow Gold Double Lion Animal Head Collar Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Baltimore, MD
Ilias Lalaounis 18 Karat Yellow Gold Double Lion Animal Head Collar Necklace Metal: 18k yellow
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Lalaounis, Gold Collar, Paleolithic Collection
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in New York, NY
and hand-hammering to create his pieces. This collar necklace can be seen in "Ilias Lalaounis
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Greek Collar 18K and Sapphires Necklace Articulate Links
Located in Berkeley, CA
This Grecian 18K yellow gold and 1.1 carat blue sapphire chain link necklace elegantly lays around
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Ilias Lalaounis Greece 18 Karat Yellow Gold Three Row Collar Necklace 127 Grams
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in New York, NY
Stamped Ilias Lalaounis Greece 750, this collar necklace features three rows of tube beads and
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sterling Silver Lion Head Collar Necklace
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
Fabulous well made sterling silver choker necklace featuring detailed lion heads on each sides
Turquoise, Sterling Silver
Lalaounis Collar Necklace with Diamonds
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Houston, TX
Lalaounis wheat pattern collar style necklace accented with diamonds in 18K yellow gold. There are
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ilias Lalaounis Ruby Gold Collar Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Southampton, PA
Extraordinary and incredible as ever, this mesmerizing necklace is another design from Ilias
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lalaounis 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Lapis Collar Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Ilias Lalaounis Greece 18K Yellow Gold Collar Necklace. Having a light ribbed design and
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Lalaounis 18K Yellow Gold Textured Collar Torque Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in New York, NY
This torque-style necklace, a recreation of an ancient Greek museum artefact by the renowned Greek
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ilias Lalaounis Dragon Collar Choker Yellow Gold Choker Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Choker Collar Necklace by Illias Lalaounis Greece. Details: Weight: 47.4 grams
18k Gold
Ilias Lalaounis Diamond and Yellow Gold Collar Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Southampton, PA
totaling 1.25 carats to produce a mesmerizing visual effect in this exuberant necklace from Ilias Lalaounis.
White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Zolotas Handcrafted 22Kt Flexible Hinged Collar Necklace in Original Neck Folder
By Zolotas
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
This is a beautifully handcrafted Zolotas 22 karat flexible hinged collar necklace in it's original
22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Zolotas Hammered Gold and Silver Collar
By Zolotas
Located in New York, NY
Tubes of 22k gold and sterling silver are fused together to form a sculpted collar by Zolotas. An
22k Gold, Sterling Silver
Sold
W 3 in D 0.5 in Dm 15.5 in
1970s Lalaounis, Gold Collar from the Paleolithic-Neolithic Collection
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in New York, NY
A 18 karat gold double hinged collar, from the Paleolithic-Neolithic collection, by Ilias Lalaounis
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lalaounis Greece Gold Collar Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Ilias Lalaounis 18k gold collar necklace. Necklace will fit an average 14" neck, end balls are
Gold
Lalaounis Greece Hammered Gold Collar Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Lambertville, NJ
18k yellow hammered gold collar necklace, crafted by Greek designer Ilias Lalaounis. Necklace will
18k Gold
Greek Gold Ruby Diamond Collar Necklace
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A 22k gold collar necklace set with approximately 0.35ctw of H/VS-SI diamonds and 0.16ctw of rubies
Diamond, Ruby, 22k Gold
Greek Key Design Diamond Graduating Collar Necklace
Located in Agoura Hills, CA
Crafted in 18K yellow gold, the necklace is composed of graduating greek key design (or Versace
Diamond, 18k Gold
Ilias Lalaounis Gold Collar Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Lambertville, NJ
18k gold collar necklace, crafted by Greek iconic designed Ilias Lalaounis. Necklace's inner
18k Gold
Ilias Lalaounis Gold Collar Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Lambertville, NJ
An 18k yellow gold hand hammered collar necklace, crafted by Greek designer Ilias Lalaounis. Will
18k Gold
Splendid Ilias Lalaounis Gold Collar Necklace.
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Beziers, FR
lias Lalaounis 18K Yellow Gold Collar Necklace.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lalaounis Yellow Gold Lapis Collar Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Greenwich, CT
Torque collar necklace in hammered 18k yellow gold, with pair of large egg-shaped lapis lazuli
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ilias Lalaounis Hammered Gold Snake Collar Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Lambertville, NJ
18k hammered gold collar necklace, crafted by Ilias Lalaounis in Greece, featuring snake design
18k Gold
Lalaounis Gold Abstract Open Work Link Collar Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Miami, FL
A LaLaounis 18k Yellow Gold Abstract Open Work Link Collar Necklace.
Ilias Lalaounis Gold Ruby Rams Head Collar Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Ilias Lalaounis Greece 18k yellow gold collar necklace.Necklace's inner circumference is 14
Ruby, 18k Gold
Diamond Rose Cut Diamond Hinged Gold Collar Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Special and unique 18K yellow gold diamond rose cut diamond hinged collar necklace, set with 8
Diamond, 18k Gold
Lalaounis Gem-Set and Gold Tudor Collar Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Greenwich, CT
Gem-set Tudor collar necklace, designed as a woven gold collar necklace with oval-shaped cabochon
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Ilias Lalaounis 22k Gold Chimera Head Collar Necklace C.1970
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
This is a stunning rare vintage collar necklace by important Greek designer Ilias Lalaounis. The
22k Gold
LALOUNIS Gold Collar and Bracelet
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in New York City, NY
This polished 18 kt. gold double string collar and matching bracelet carries a mystic Greek symbol
18k Gold
Vintage Ilias Lalaounis 22 Karat Gold Serpents Collar
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A beautiful vintage torque collar by Greek designer Ilias Lalaounis. The piece has been crafted as
22k Gold
Lalaounis Greece Gold Collar Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Ilias Lalaounis 18k gold collar necklace. Necklace will fit an average 14" neck, end balls are 10mm
Gold
1970s Greek Motif Brass Collar Necklace with Repousse
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A fabulous Heraldic motif collar from the 1970s, featuring a repoussé technique. The collar is
Ilias Lalaounis Gold Lapis Collar Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Lambertville, NJ
18k yellow gold collar necklace, crafted by Ilias Lalaounis, decorated with two lapis balls - 14mm
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Ilias Lalaounis 18 Karat Gold Textured Gold Choker Torque Collar
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Lakewood, NJ
A 18k gold textured torque collar necklace by the famed Grecian artist Ilias Lalaounis. Collar
18k Gold
$1,500 / set
W 0.13 in Dm 1.32 in
Estate 18K Yellow Gold Classical Greek Large Huggie Hoop Earrings, Signed
Located in New York, NY
Large beautiful classic signed 18K yellow gold hoop earrings 20th Century Diameter: 1.32 inches Weight: 7.8 grams Marks: 750 for 18K gold, signed with maker's mark in greek High qual...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Jean Schlumberger Vintage France Flames 18K Diamond Brooch
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in Miami, FL
An iconic creation by legendary designer Jean Schlumberger, this French Flames brooch, crafted in 18K yellow gold and platinum, bursts outward in sweeping, flame-like forms, culminat...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
$13,160
H 0.87 in W 0.87 in Dm 0.87 in
Chanel 1989 Montre Mademoiselle 16 cm Yellow Gold Pearls bracelet Watch M
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Mademoiselle model watch, square yellow gold case, quartz movement, white background with Roman numeral indexes, crown with a small half pearl, yellow gold and pearl bracelet,...
Pearl, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s 15.13 Carat Oval Cut Ceylon Sapphire Ring with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum with an AGL certified, non-heat treated, Oval cut Sapphire weighing 15.13 carats. The ring features Marquise and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a to...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Edwardian Old Cut Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
An Edwardian platinum diamond set tiara. This diamond tiara is beautifully handcrafted in platinum. The tiara is composed of openwork foliate garland design sections graduating down...
Diamond, Platinum, Steel
Vintage A. Tillander Diamond Platinum Tiara
Located in London, GB
An A. Tillander diamond platinum tiara, circa 1910. This exceptional diamond tiara by A. Tillander is beautifully handcrafted in platinum. The tiara is composed of intertwining, sc...
Diamond, Platinum
$35,000
H 2.76 in W 3.55 in D 2.76 in
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Tiara Haircomb Necklace, circa 1880s
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crown Haircomb Necklace, ca. 1880s A very unusual and stunning Victorian crown, set with fiery opal cabochons and old-mine cut diamonds, from the 1880s. T...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, Silver
14K Yellow Gold Tubogas Link Necklace, 1960s Vintage, 71g, 14.5"
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This striking 14K yellow gold tubogas link necklace exudes the bold sophistication of the 1960s, showcasing a unique design that marries elegance with retro flair. Measuring 10 mm wi...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$19,960Sale Price|20% Off
Platinum Art Deco Style Sugarloaf Emerald and Diamond Ring Engagement Ring
By Gold Adore
Located in San Francisco, CA
I am seriously in LOVE with this ring. It might just be my favorite ring yet. Crafted in Platinum, the design features an amazing gemstone center, flanked by French Cut Diamonds, and...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Cartier 18K Yellow Gold Penelope Double C Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This exceptional Cartier **Penelope** necklace is a celebrated design within the Maison’s iconic repertoire, crafted in sumptuous 18K yellow gold and weighing an impressive 212 grams...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Dior by John Galliano limited edition 2005 Peccary leather Saddle Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in PARIS, FR
Rare Dior by John Galliano Limited edition 2005 collection (0008/1000 in the world) Peccary leather Saddle bag and sea green hardware. A true treasure, very good condition it comes w...
Chanel Vintage 1980s Red + Gilded Gold 80s Chain CC Medallion Belt or Necklace
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel, Chanel
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic, rare and collectible 1980s Chanel, by Karl Lagerfeld, red leather and gilded gold chain belt OR necklace ! Can be worn dressed up or down. Pair with jeans and a white tank, or...
Antique Edwardian 1900s Tiffany & Co. 16.00 Carat Diamond Bow Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in platinum and 18k yellow gold with an Old Mine cut Diamond weighing approximately 3.00 carats, L color, VS clarity. The necklace also features Old European and Marqu...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Early Georgian Pink Topaz Necklace and Earring Demi-Parure Set
Located in Narberth, PA
A demi-parure, "parure" meaning "adorn" in French, is a partial set of matching jewelry designed to be worn en suite. This incredible handcrafted pink topaz necklace and earring set ...
Topaz, 18k Gold
$4,488Sale Price / set|25% Off
W 1.14 in D 0.28 in L 1.5 in
LALAOUNIS 1970 Modernist Clips-On Earrings In 22Kt Yellow Gold & Blue Sodalites
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Miami, FL
Clips-on earrings designed by Ilias Lalaounis. This is a fabulous and very rare pair of clips-on earrings, created in Greece by the jewelry house of Ilias Lalaounis, back in the 197...
Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
CARTIER Paris 1928 Art Deco Bracelet In Platinum With 19.86 Cts In Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco bracelet designed by Cartier Paris. This is an absolutely fabulous bracelet, created in Paris France during the high art deco period by the jewelry house of Cartier, bac...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
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.
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.
After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.