Chushev Hermes & Lyre Blue Chalcedony Intaglio Gold Signet Ring
By Chushev
Located in Canoga Park, CA
This exquisite intaglio is masterfully engraved onto a blue chalcedony gemstone. The gem is set in
Chalcedony, 18k Gold, Gold
Hermes Mercury Roman God Bloodstone Intaglio Ring Gold Victorian Hand Carved
Located in New York, NY
Intaglio of a Roman Warrior God with a winged helmet, Mercury or Hermes, in Bloodstone. The early ring is
Quartz, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
$1,495
H 1.1 in W 0.75 in
Hermes Mercury God Blue Jasper Cameo Intaglio Pendant Necklace Gold Victorian
Located in New York, NY
of the God Hermes or Mercury with his fabulous winged helmet and noble face. The antique intaglio
Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chushev Hermes & Lyre Blue Chalcedony Intaglio Sterling Silver Signet Ring
By Chushev
Located in Canoga Park, CA
This exquisite intaglio is masterfully engraved onto a blue chalcedony gemstone. The gem is set in
Chalcedony, Sterling Silver
Victorian 5.18 CTW Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Herme Intaglio Antique Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
face up Transparent light blue in color and carved with an intaglio of the Greek God, Hermes in
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roman Carnelian Intaglio God Hermes/Mercury 18 Kt Gold Ring '1st Cent.AD'
Located in Roma, IT
In this 18 kt gold ring an authentic roman intaglio on carnelian ( 1st cent.AD ), depicting God
Carnelian, 22k Gold
A Roman Burnt Agate Intaglio Set In A Modern Men's Gold Ring Bust Of Hermes
Located in Firenze, IT
The deity is depicted with the three-quarters bust to the right and the head slightly three-quarters facing to the left. The bust is draped, the wings on the head and the caduceus be...
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold
HERMES Bijouterie Fantaisie Horse Corozo Intaglio Gold Brown Ring Size 53 / 6.25
By Hermès
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Hermes gold tone "Carriage Logo" ring. A tan round intaglio (carved) corozo ring. Etchings
Victorian 18k Carnelian Intaglio Ring
By Hermès
Located in Narberth, PA
intaglio depicts the Greek god of messengers and travelers, Hermes! Hermes is depicted mid-movement, and is
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hermes Mercury Citrine Intaglio Ring 18 Karat White Gold Neoclassical Victorian
Located in New York, NY
features the most beautifully hand carved intaglio of the Greek God Hermes, known as Mercury to the Romans
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sold
H 1.25 in W 0.75 in D 0.5 in
Intaglio Locket Pendant Hermes Mercury Roman God Gold Black Onyx, Victorian
Located in New York, NY
A rare and wonderful antique Belle Epoque, Victorian locket pendant with a beautiful Intaglio of a
Onyx, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
Hermès Paris Corozo Gold Vermeil Equestrian Ring
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
The 'Corozo' ring by Hermès Paris, featuring a carved intaglio of an equestrian horse and rider
Vermeil
Victorian 15 Carat Gold and Rock Crystal Hermes God Intaglio Swivel Pendant
Located in St Helens, GB
the Greek God Hermes. Hermes was the Greek God of commerce, son of Zeus and Maia. Quick acting and
Rock Crystal, 15k Gold
Antique German Ring Diamonds solid 14K Gold Ø 8.75 US/ 1.8gr
Located in SE
Antique German Ring featuring an elegant frame in solid 14K Yellow and White Gold decorated with 3 natural Diamonds, hand - made ca.1920s -1930s. The crown is 15 mm long x 5 mm at ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ring 25ct natural Blue Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø 4.75 US /9.6gr
Located in SE
Luxurious Antique Ring in Renaissance style, band and crown tested solid 18K Gold,not hallmarked, European, ca. XVIII - early XIX centuries. Huge cabochon of natural Light - Blue Sa...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Genuine Roman Heron Carnelian Intaglio 1st-2nd cent. AD 18 Kt gold ring
Located in Roma, IT
This 18 Kt gold ring features an authentic Roman carnelian (1st–2nd century AD) engraved with a depiction of a heron. Elegant, slender, and unmistakable, herons have long been common...
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold
1943 Men Unisex Signet Ring 6ct. Blood stone solid 18K Gold ØUS 6.75 / 2.2gr
Located in SE
Unisex type Signet Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold with carved shoulders and claw set Blood - stone, color is dark Green color with red dots, measures ca. 12 mm x 8.5 mm x 2.75 mm deep...
Other, 18k Gold
$2,500
H 2.25 in W 1.75 in
Taurus Bull Europa Goddess Zeus Dog Cameo Pendant Brooch Necklace Gold Antique
Located in New York, NY
This is an absolutely stunning and very rare large antique Shell Cameo Pendant Brooch with a hand carved image of the bull, Taurus, or the Goddess Europa being abducted by Zeus in th...
Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Ancient Greek 5th Century BC Silver Bull Coin 18K Gold Mens Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An authentic, ancient Greek silver "Triobol" coin from the Phocian League 480 - 421 BC, features the head of a bull on one side and the goddess Artemis on the other. The Phocian Leag...
18k Gold
Antique 2.42 Carat Bloodstone and 14k Yellow Gold Signet Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 2.42 carat bloodstone and 14k yellow gold signet ring; part of our diverse antique signet rings collection. This fine and impressive antique signet r...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Gemstone Giardinetti Flower Basket Conversion Necklace
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This remarkable giardinetti or “little garden” pendant (circa 1820–1850) exemplifies the exquisite craftsmanship of the Georgian to early Victorian era. The jewel depicts an urn over...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver
Renaissance Cameo Pendant
Located in New Orleans, LA
The cameo at the center of this exceptional pendant is a stunning example of the art of gem engraving during the Renaissance. It likely dates to the early 17th century and features a...
Multi-gemstone, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
Art Deco Faux Pearl Tiara
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Art Deco Faux Pearl and paste tiara from the 1920's. Paste elements with pearls are attached to a rhodium band and is hinged so that it can expand with wearer. Interior band ...
18K Gold Ring w Venus Intaglio
Located in Atlanta, GA
A hand crafted 21 karat gold ring made with an authentic Carnelian intaglio representing Venus (or Aphrodite, as she was called during the time it was made). Aphrodite is the Greek g...
Chalcedony, Gold
BUCCELLATI Aquamarine Diamond Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Gianmaria Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite vintage Gianmaria Buccellati cocktail ring is crafted in 18k brushed and textured yellow gold with white gold accents. This ring is set with a faceted oval 7.0mm x 10....
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
$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
Antique Certified 4.97ct Fancy Light Yellow Old Cushion Cut Diamond Ring
Located in London, GB
A beautiful antique 4.97ct old cushion cut diamond three stone ring set in 18k yellow gold and platinum. The ring is centrally set with a stunning antique old cushion cut diamond wh...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Belle Epoque Amethyst Festoon Necklace Sterling Silver Antique Art Nouveau
Located in New York, NY
INDULGE IN A RARE MUSEUM QUALITY ART NOUVEAU - BELLE EPOQUE FESTOON NECKLACE WITH THE MOST GORGEOUS NATURAL OVAL AND ROUND SHAPE AMETHYST GEMS SET IN A GORGEOUS SCROLL AND BEADED NEC...
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Art Nouveau Goddess Maiden Woman Locket Necklace Gorgeous
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous antique gold filled Victorian - Art Nouveau locket pendant necklace which features a beautiful goddess maiden woman with extraordinary flowing hair. This is one o...
Gold-filled, Gilt Metal
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.
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