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H Stern Aquamarine

Sixties H. Stern Aquamarine & Diamond Modernist Snake Ring
Sixties H. Stern Aquamarine & Diamond Modernist Snake Ring

Sixties H. Stern Aquamarine & Diamond Modernist Snake Ring

By H. Stern

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1960s, 18k, by H. Stern, Brazil. Set with a brilliant blue .75 carat aquamarine, this eighteen-karat ring by H.

Category

Vintage 1960s Brazilian Fashion Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

H. Stern 18k Yellow Gold Aquamarine and Garnet Double Band Ring
H. Stern 18k Yellow Gold Aquamarine and Garnet Double Band Ring

H. Stern 18k Yellow Gold Aquamarine and Garnet Double Band Ring

By H. Stern

Located in New York, NY

This striking H. Stern ring features a modern double band design crafted in 18k yellow gold, offering a rich and radiant finish.

Category

20th Century Modern Band Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

H-Stern Vintage 23.07 GIA Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Gold Cocktail Ring
H-Stern Vintage 23.07 GIA Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Gold Cocktail Ring

H-Stern Vintage 23.07 GIA Aquamarine Diamond Platinum Gold Cocktail Ring

By H. Stern

Located in Miami, FL

The vintage H Stern bypass halo design of the diamonds creates a sparkling contrast to the light blue color of the center aquamarine There are (23) round & (39) baguette-cut, prong-...

Category

Vintage 1960s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, Platinum

H. Stern Harmony Diane von Furstenberg Diamond Gemstone Yellow Gold Ring
H. Stern Harmony Diane von Furstenberg Diamond Gemstone Yellow Gold Ring

H. Stern Harmony Diane von Furstenberg Diamond Gemstone Yellow Gold Ring

By H. Stern

Located in New York, NY

This gorgeous H. Stern ring from the Harmony collection for Diane Von Furstenberg is crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with ruby, tourmaline, aquamarine and citrine gemstones and 36...

Category

Early 2000s Cluster Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold

H. Stern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Multi-Colored Rainbow Gemstone Link Bracelet
H. Stern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Multi-Colored Rainbow Gemstone Link Bracelet

H. Stern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Multi-Colored Rainbow Gemstone Link Bracelet

By H. Stern

Located in Baltimore, MD

H. Stern Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Multi-Colored Rainbow Gemstone Link Bracelet Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 22.78 grams Length: 7.5 inches Width: 6.8mm Gemstones: 6 x 8mm oval...

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Late 20th Century Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

H. Stern 18K Gold Brazilian Rainbow Gemstone Line Bracelet, 27.6 Carats, 1990s
H. Stern 18K Gold Brazilian Rainbow Gemstone Line Bracelet, 27.6 Carats, 1990s

H. Stern 18K Gold Brazilian Rainbow Gemstone Line Bracelet, 27.6 Carats, 1990s

By H. Stern

Located in Miami, FL

Designer: H. Stern Origin: Brazil Period: Circa 1990s Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Gemstones: Amethyst, Iolite, Aquamarine, Blue Topaz, Peridot, Garnet Total Gemstone Weight: Approximately...

Category

Late 20th Century Brazilian Modern Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Garnet, Iolite, Peridot, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yel...

Mid Century Gemstone Sputnik Ring of 18k Gold by H. Stern
Mid Century Gemstone Sputnik Ring of 18k Gold by H. Stern

Mid Century Gemstone Sputnik Ring of 18k Gold by H. Stern

Located in Lewisburg, PA

The combination of richly colored stones and polished gold gives the ring an especially playful yet sophisticated presence. Hallmarked by H. Stern, this striking vintage ring featur...

Category

Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

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H Stern 18K Aqua Link Bracelet Yellow Gold
H Stern 18K Aqua Link Bracelet Yellow Gold

H Stern 18K Aqua Link Bracelet Yellow Gold

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W 0.38 in L 7.5 in

H Stern 18K Aqua Link Bracelet Yellow Gold

By H. Stern

Located in Boca Raton, FL

H Stern Aqua Link Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold. (9) Aqua Gemstones weighing approximately 19 carat total weight are expertly set in engraved links. The Bracelet measures 7 1/2 inch ...

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2010s More Bracelets

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

H Stern Diane Von Furstenberg Harmony Multicolor Gemstone Gold Ring
H Stern Diane Von Furstenberg Harmony Multicolor Gemstone Gold Ring

H Stern Diane Von Furstenberg Harmony Multicolor Gemstone Gold Ring

By H. Stern

Located in Lambertville, NJ

18k gold ring by H Stern for Diane Von Furstenberg from Harmony collection, featuring ruby, tourmaline, aquamarine and citrine gemstones.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian More Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Citrine, Ruby, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

H. Stern Diane Von Furstenberg Harmony Multicolor Gemstone Gold Ring
H. Stern Diane Von Furstenberg Harmony Multicolor Gemstone Gold Ring

H. Stern Diane Von Furstenberg Harmony Multicolor Gemstone Gold Ring

By H. Stern

Located in Lambertville, NJ

18k gold ring crafted by Diane Von Fursternberg for H. Stern. Ring features ruby, citrine, aquamarine, tourmaline.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American More Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Citrine, Ruby, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

H Stern 5.20 Carat Aquamarine and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Unisex Signet Ring
H Stern 5.20 Carat Aquamarine and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Unisex Signet Ring

H Stern 5.20 Carat Aquamarine and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Unisex Signet Ring

Located in QLD , AU

Crafted by the Brazilian jeweller - H Stern whose jewels are worn by celebrities worldwide - join the H Stern club.

Category

20th Century Brazilian Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

H. STERN  18k Yellow Gold/ Diamond and Gemstone Moonlight Metallic Bracelet
H. STERN  18k Yellow Gold/ Diamond and Gemstone Moonlight Metallic Bracelet

H. STERN 18k Yellow Gold/ Diamond and Gemstone Moonlight Metallic Bracelet

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

H. stern 18k yellow gold metallic Moonlight bracelet with multicolored faceted gemstone fixed bracelet, Noble star closure featuring pavé set round brilliant cut diamond, and push-lo...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Aquamarine, Citrine, Quartz, 18k Gold

H Stern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Multi Gemstone Sputnik Style Ear Clips
H Stern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Multi Gemstone Sputnik Style Ear Clips

H Stern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Multi Gemstone Sputnik Style Ear Clips

Located in QLD , AU

The Details - Metal - 18k Yellow Gold - Stamped 750, early makers mark for H Stern Gemstones - Aquamarine, tourmaline, peridot, garnet & amethyst (natural stones) Measurements - dia...

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Mid-20th Century Brazilian Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Peridot, Tourmaline, 18k G...

Vintage 1960s H. Stern Heavy 18 Karat Emerald Aquamarine Gemstone Cuff Bracelet
Vintage 1960s H. Stern Heavy 18 Karat Emerald Aquamarine Gemstone Cuff Bracelet

Vintage 1960s H. Stern Heavy 18 Karat Emerald Aquamarine Gemstone Cuff Bracelet

By H. Stern

Located in Shaker Heights, OH

This stunning well made heavy midcentury retro designer bracelet by H. Stern (Brazil) is set in thick heavy 18kt bright yellow gold.

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Retro Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Topaz, Tourmaline,...

H Stern Aquamarine Diamond Gold Ring
H Stern Aquamarine Diamond Gold Ring

H Stern Aquamarine Diamond Gold Ring

By H. Stern

Located in South Pasadena, CA

H Stern Aquamarine Diamond Gold Ring H Stern aquamarine and diamond gold ring.

Category

Late 20th Century Brazilian Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

H. Stern Aquamarine Ring
H. Stern Aquamarine Ring

H. Stern Aquamarine Ring

By H. Stern

Located in Houston, TX

This H. Stern ring features an oval-cut aquamarine in the center that weighs approximately 8 carats.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold

H. Stern Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant and Chain
H. Stern Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant and Chain

H. Stern Aquamarine and Diamond Pendant and Chain

By H. Stern

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1990s, 18k, by H. Stern, Brazil. This pendant by H Stern features a beautiful 8.0 carat aquamarine of superior color and clarity accented by .08 carats of fine white diamonds.

Category

1990s Brazilian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

H. Stern Aquamarine and Diamond Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
H. Stern Aquamarine and Diamond Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold

H. Stern Aquamarine and Diamond Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold

By H. Stern

Located in Towson, MD

One pair of 18-karat yellow gold earrings by H. Stern, each set with one 15x12mm pear-shaped aquamarine stone and two round brilliant cut diamonds, approximately 0.06-carat total wei...

Category

Vintage 1980s Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

H. Stern Aquamarine, Citrine, Tourmaline, Topaz, Amethyst and Garnet Necklace
H. Stern Aquamarine, Citrine, Tourmaline, Topaz, Amethyst and Garnet Necklace

H. Stern Aquamarine, Citrine, Tourmaline, Topaz, Amethyst and Garnet Necklace

By H. Stern

Located in Southampton, PA

This H. Stern necklace is crafted from 18K yellow gold and set with aquamarine, citrine, tourmaline, topaz, amethyst, and garnet stones.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yell...

H Stern Vintage 5 Carat Aquamarine Diamond Ring 18 K Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
H Stern Vintage 5 Carat Aquamarine Diamond Ring 18 K Gold Estate Fine Jewelry

H Stern Vintage 5 Carat Aquamarine Diamond Ring 18 K Gold Estate Fine Jewelry

By H. Stern

Located in Torrance, CA

Finely detailed H Stern aquamarine & diamond ring (circa 1950s to 1960s), crafted in 18 karat white gold.

Category

Mid-20th Century Brazilian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

H Stern 11.82ctw Aquamarine & Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
H Stern 11.82ctw Aquamarine & Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold

H Stern 11.82ctw Aquamarine & Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold

Located in Boston, MA

Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A vintage H Stern aquamarine and diamond ring in 18 karat white gold.

Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, White Gold

H. Stern 1960s Aquamarine Set Gold Ring
H. Stern 1960s Aquamarine Set Gold Ring

H. Stern 1960s Aquamarine Set Gold Ring

By H. Stern

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1960s, 18k, H. Stern, Brazil. Today's big and bold colored gemstone rings find their origins in fashion-forward sixties rings like this one.

Category

Vintage 1960s Brazilian Fashion Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

H Stern 11.46 Carat Aquamarine Set White Gold
H Stern 11.46 Carat Aquamarine Set White Gold

H Stern 11.46 Carat Aquamarine Set White Gold

By H. Stern

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1960s, 18k, H. Stern, Brazil. This sleek sixties pendant features a beautiful 11.46 carat emerald-cut aquamarine.

Category

Vintage 1960s Brazilian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold

H. Stern 18K White Gold 18.0ct Aquamarine Earrings
H. Stern 18K White Gold 18.0ct Aquamarine Earrings

H. Stern 18K White Gold 18.0ct Aquamarine Earrings

By H. Stern

Located in Southampton, PA

Dress to impress with these delightfully stunning H. Stern earrings. A setting made from 18K white gold is the perfect foundation for a captivating pair of emerald-cut Aquamarine gem...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold

H. Stern Diamond and Aquamarine White Gold Bracelet
H. Stern Diamond and Aquamarine White Gold Bracelet

H. Stern Diamond and Aquamarine White Gold Bracelet

By H. Stern

Located in Southampton, PA

The exquisitely bright tone of this sublime bracelet designed by H. Stern produces a splendid enchanting effect, offering delightfully feminine look.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown More Bracelets

Materials

Aquamarine, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1960s H.Stern 12.5 Carat Aquamarine Diamond Gold Ring
1960s H.Stern 12.5 Carat Aquamarine Diamond Gold Ring

1960s H.Stern 12.5 Carat Aquamarine Diamond Gold Ring

By H. Stern

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1960s, 18k, H. Stern, Brazil. Set with a brilliant blue 12.5 carat aquamarine, this eighteen-karat ring by H.

Category

Vintage 1960s Brazilian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, White Diamond, 18k Gold

H. Stern 18K White Gold 0.35ct Diamond and Aquamarine Ring
H. Stern 18K White Gold 0.35ct Diamond and Aquamarine Ring

H. Stern 18K White Gold 0.35ct Diamond and Aquamarine Ring

By H. Stern

Located in Southampton, PA

Offered in estate condition, this H. Stern 18K White Gold 0.35ct Diamond and 10.5ct Aquamarine Ring comes with a gift box.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

H. Stern 1980s Vintage Aquamarine Diamond 18 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring
H. Stern 1980s Vintage Aquamarine Diamond 18 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring

H. Stern 1980s Vintage Aquamarine Diamond 18 Karat Gold Cocktail Ring

By H. Stern

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Centering a rectangular stepped cut aquamarine weighing 10.10 carats, transparent and medium-dark greenish-blue Flanked by prong set round brilliant cut diamonds weighing approximat...

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, White Diamond, 18k Gold

H. Stern 18k Yellow Gold 3.62ctw Bezel Pear Aquamarine & Diamond Cocktail Ring
H. Stern 18k Yellow Gold 3.62ctw Bezel Pear Aquamarine & Diamond Cocktail Ring

H. Stern 18k Yellow Gold 3.62ctw Bezel Pear Aquamarine & Diamond Cocktail Ring

By H. Stern

Located in Montclair, NJ

Here we have a magnificent cocktail ring that is crafted from solid 18k yellow gold by H.Stern. It features a stunning aquamarine solitaire with a unique modified Wide Pear shape nea...

Category

Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

H Stern Diane von Furstenberg Long Necklace 18 Kt Gold with 22.45 Cts Aquamarine
H Stern Diane von Furstenberg Long Necklace 18 Kt Gold with 22.45 Cts Aquamarine

H Stern Diane von Furstenberg Long Necklace 18 Kt Gold with 22.45 Cts Aquamarine

By H. Stern

Located in Miami, FL

A tassel necklace designed by Diane Von Furstenberg for H. Stern. Very modern piece created by the Brazilian jewelry house of H.

Category

Vintage 1980s Brazilian Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Gold and Multi-colored Stone Bracelet by H. Stern
Gold and Multi-colored Stone Bracelet by H. Stern

Gold and Multi-colored Stone Bracelet by H. Stern

By H. Stern

Located in Cincinnati, OH

A stunning multi-colored stone bracelet by H. Stern. The naturalistic freeform ribbed links set with an array of vivid colored gemstones-- pink and green tourmaline, aquamarine,citri...

Materials

Tourmaline, Aquamarine, Citrine, Peridot

H. Stern 18k Gold Multi-Gemstone Sputnik Ring
H. Stern 18k Gold Multi-Gemstone Sputnik Ring

H. Stern 18k Gold Multi-Gemstone Sputnik Ring

By H. Stern

Located in Towson, MD

One 18-karat yellow gold Sputnik design dome ring by Brazilian designer H. Stern, set with nineteen (19) 3.5mm bezel set round gemstones.

Category

Mid-20th Century Modernist Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Peridot, 18k Gold...

H. Stern Multi-Color Gemstone Yellow Gold Chandelier Necklace
H. Stern Multi-Color Gemstone Yellow Gold Chandelier Necklace

H. Stern Multi-Color Gemstone Yellow Gold Chandelier Necklace

By H. Stern

Located in New York, NY

This exquisite H. Stern chandelier necklace is crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with a vibrant multi-colored array of faceted oval gemstones: aquamarine, garnet, peridot, blue topa...

Category

Vintage 1980s Brazilian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k G...

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H Stern Aquamarine For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact h stern aquamarine you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. 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 44 antique edition and 7 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a h stern aquamarine may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th 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, are consistently popular carat weights. Finding an appealing h stern aquamarine — no matter the origin — is easy, but H. Stern each produced a popular version that is worth a look. See these pages for a brilliant cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also emerald cut cut and oval cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our h stern aquamarine for sale are for women, but there are 16 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is an H Stern Aquamarine?

On average, a h stern aquamarine at 1stDibs sells for $3,800, while they’re typically $975 on the low end and $44,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.

The Legacy of Aquamarine in Jewelry Design

Perhaps the one gemstone that best embodies the glimmering blue of the ocean is aquamarine, not just in name but also in color. Aqua marina (Latin for water and sea), March’s birthstone, is often crystal clear and blue. Often affordable in price, vintage and antique aquamarine jewelry belongs in everyone’s jewelry box.

Aquamarine is a precious gemstone from the mineral beryl family. Its cousin is the emerald. Like other beryl varieties, aquamarines are rated 7.5 to 8 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. This means that they are soft enough for jewelers to cut to their client’s specs but also durable enough for daily wear.

On land or sea, aquamarines feature prominently in many folk tales, including one about mermaids gifting aquamarine to sailors to protect them during sea voyages. Worn around sailors’ necks as an amulet, it kept them from getting seasick and, most importantly, from shipwrecks. Considered a symbol of courage by some, aquamarine amulets were also favored by Egyptian and Hebrew warriors during battle.

Aquamarine has also made appearances on some of the grandest of great dames. The Brazilian government gifted Eleanor Roosevelt with a 1,847-carat aquamarine in 1935 and Queen Elizabeth II received a sizable aquamarine upon her 1953 coronation; this stone is now the focal point of her aquamarine tiara. And renowned Tiffany & Co. designer Jean Schlumberger made a diamond Bow setting for a 148.5-carat aquamarine, which was originally exhibited at the 1893 World’s Columbian Exhibition, now in the collection of the Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago.

On 1stDibs, find a range of vintage and antique aquamarine jewelry that includes unique aquamarine rings, necklaces and other accessories.