Antique Iberian Gold Amethyst Long Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Pair of antique Iberian 14k gold earrings, set with amethyst gemstones. Earrings are 3 5/8" long
Antique 19th Century Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Gold
Antique Iberian Gold Amethyst Long Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Pair of antique Iberian 14k gold earrings, set with amethyst gemstones. Earrings are 3 5/8" long
Amethyst, Gold
18th Century Catalan Iberian Gold Tourmaline Pendeloque Earrings Spain
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
This stunning pair of pendeloque-style earrings hails from Iberian Spain, dating back to the late
Tourmaline, Gold
Georgian Iberian 21K Gold Pendeloque Diamond Earrings
Located in Venice, CA
Circa 1780, these 21k gold earrings are a gorgeous example of the Iberian pendeloque design
Diamond, Gold
Antique Iberian Emerald Earrings
Located in Riverdale, NY
Late 18th Century articulated Iberian emerald earrings of large scale. Vari colored and cut
Emerald, 15k Gold
Antique Iberian 14k Gold Chandelier Earrings Silver Topped
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Dramatic chandelier earrings created in the 1800s. They are made of 14 karat (tested) yellow gold
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Iberian Table Cut Garnet Ring 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Material: 18k yellow gold Weight: 7.7 grams Gemstone: Garnet - table cut Period of origin: Circa
Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18th Century Gold and Emerald Iberian Pendant, Cordoba, Spain
Located in Rotterdam, NL
emeralds, a classic Iberian design. The combination of rich yellow gold and vivid emeralds is one of the
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18th Century Iberian Emerald Chandelier Earrings
Located in Firenze, IT
A rare pair of antique Iberian – Portuguese chandelier earrings in yellow gold and silver, studded
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Iberian Diamond Pendant/Brooch 19th Century
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique Iberian Diamond Pendant/Brooch 19th Century. 19th century Iberian (most probably Spain
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Silver
Antique 18th Century Iberian Emerald Chandelier Earrings
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Antique Iberian Emerald Earrings, ca. 18th Century A rare pair of antique Iberian - Portuguese
Emerald, Gold, Silver
Antique Iberian Circa 1780's Garnet Table Cut 18k Gold Ring
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
, showcasing the beauty of garnet and the luxury of 18k gold. Its antique appeal and rich history make it a
Garnet, 18k Gold
$4,247
W 0.95 in L 2.56 in
Antique Iberian Lapis Lazuli & Seed Pearls 18 Karat Gold Pendant Bow Earrings
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique Natural Lapis Lazuli & Pearl and Seed Pearl and Gold Pendant Bow Earrings. Early 19th
Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Gold
Georgian Natural Ruby Table Cut Iberian 18 KT Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This antique Ruby ring is Georgian period, classy Iberian example of the era in a rosette shape
Ruby, 18k Gold
C1690 Iberian 7 Stone Table Cut Emerald Bow Form Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
This rare Iberian bow form has 1.6 carats of natural Colombian emeralds and a wonderful bow form
Emerald, 18k Gold
Baroque Iberian (Spain) Emerald and Diamond Pendant/Brooch 18Th Century
Located in OVIEDO, AS
BAROQUE IBERIAN (SPAIN) EMERALD AND DIAMOND PENDANT/BROOCH 18Th Century. A radiant, ravishing, and
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
18 Carat Iberian Cluster ring with Diamonds and Cabochon Ruby
Located in Baltimore, MD
Late 18th century ruby and diamond cluster ring from the Iberian peninsula, with breathtaking
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
$5,075 / set
W 0.79 in L 2.56 in
Antique Iberian Day & Night Rose Cut Diamond Herring Chandelier Earrings.
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique Iberian (Catalan) Day & Night Rose Cut Diamond Chandelier Earrings. Ca. 1800´s (Spanish
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
C1690 18K Iberian Bow Form Ring with Table Cut Diamonds
Located in Baltimore, MD
Rare late 17th century seven stone diamond cluster finger ring of bow form from the Iberian
Diamond, 18k Gold
$5,143 / set
W 0.79 in L 2.76 in
Early 19th Century Iberian/Georgian Rose Cut Diamond Chandelier Earrings.
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique Iberian (Catalan) Rose Cut Diamond Herring/ Chandelier Earrings. Ca. 1830 Wonderful large
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
$9,925 / set
W 0.91 in D 0.22 in L 3.08 in
Antique Iberian (Spain) Colombian Emerald & Diamond Earrings late 18th Century
Located in OVIEDO, AS
: Silver/ 18ct Gold (Tested) Stones: Emeralds (Major 6.46mmx 5.38mm, approx. 1.20ct each - 10 carats total
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
C1750 18K Neoclassical Iberian Rosette Shaped Ring w Fleur De Lis Shoulders
Located in Baltimore, MD
Early Georgian ring Spanish ring made in the Iberian Peninsula in the shape of a rosette with 15
Ruby, 18k Gold
$13,910
W 2.05 in L 2.76 in
Antique 18th Century Iberian Emerald Cabochon & Rose-Cut Diamond Pendant/Brooch
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique 18Th Century Iberian Emerald Cabochon & Rose-Cut Diamond Pendant/Brooch Stomacher
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian Spanish 18K Gold and Silver Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in Venice, CA
, measures 1/2”. The earrings are unmarked and acid test as 18k gold. The Iberian peninsula consists of
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
$5,516 / set
W 0.95 in L 1.7 in
Pair 18th Century Spanish Rose-Cut Diamond and 18 K Gold Earring - Wearable Art
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Pair 18th Century Spanish "Salmantinos" Rose-Cut Diamond and Gold Earrings. Gold and Diamond
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
18th Century Iberian Gold and Pink Paste Pendeloque Earrings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
This beautiful pair of 18th century Iberian earrings are fashioned in 10k gold with vibrant pink
10k Gold
Antique Iberian foiled citrine earrings
Located in PARIS, FR
Antique Iberian foiled citrine earrings in 18k gold and silver, set with citrines and flat diamonds
Citrine, 18k Gold, Silver
Unavailable
18th Century Iberian Garnet Earrings
Located in Brooklyn, NY
These Iberian earrings date to the late 18th century. Fashioned in 14k gold, these earrings are
Garnet, 14k Gold
Unavailable
H 5.75 in Dm 1.25 in
Gold & Hessonite Garnet Pendeloque Style Earrings; Iberian; Spain; Ca 1780
Located in New York, NY
Gold & Hessonite Garnet Pendeloque Style Earrings; Iberian; Spain; Ca 1780 Gold & Hessonite
Hessonite, Gold
18th Century Iberian Pendeloque Topaz Diamond Earrings
Located in Austin, TX
18th century Iberian pendeloque topaz and diamond earrings. Pendeloque have been in favour since
Diamond, Topaz, Gold, Silver
Iberian Peninsula Emerald, 15K Yellow Gold Pendant and Earrings Jewelry Suite
Located in Pleasant Hill, CA
in a hand fabricated 15k yellow gold articulated link mounting, 57.9 X 35.5 X 13.6 mm; accompanied by
Emerald, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
W 1.26 in L 2 in
Antique 18th Century Georgian Era Diamond Catalan Earrings, Iberian Jewelry
Located in Rottedam, NL
A museum-worthy 300 year old pair of solid 15k gold Iberian earrings! Coming from Madrid in Spain
Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Iberian Emerald Gold Earrings
Located in Baltimore, MD
Sparkling 18th century Iberian emerald earrings set in 15K gold with a floral, foliate and bow
Emerald, 15k Gold
Iberian Antique Emerald Diamond Gold Chandelier Earrings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
gold and set with emeralds and old mine cut diamonds. Aged patina on gold accentuates antiquity of the
Emerald, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1850s Antique Iberian Amethyst Gold Ear Pendants
Located in New York, NY
A pair of long amethyst and gold ear pendants. Made in Spain, circa 1850
Amethyst, 18k Gold
18th Century, Iberian 22 Karat Gold and Emerald Pendant
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
A handmade, 18th century Iberian pendant with emeralds, set in 22 karat yellow gold. The piece
Emerald, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Pearl Chandelier Earrings circa 1870s Iberian
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1870s, 18k, Iberian. Featuring long elegant lines jazzed with flirty movement, these
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
W 0.75 in L 1.75 in
Antique Georgian 18th Century Iberian Earrings Emerald Pearl 22k Gold Spanish
Located in Torrance, CA
Exquisite antique Georgian Iberian emerald & pearl earrings (circa 1750s to 1780s) crafted in 22k
Emerald, Pearl, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early Georgian Iberian 18kt Emerald Scrolling Dangle Earrings
Located in Narberth, PA
A breathtaking pair of earrings made in the Iberian peninsula in the early Georgian (ca1730s) era
Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
W 0.41 in L 2.68 in
PORTUGUESE 1910 Porto Iberian Dangle Fringe Earrings In Rich 19.2Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
A Portuguese Iberian fringe earrings made in the city of Porto. This a a gorgeous pair of Iberian
Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
SPANISH COLONIAL 1790 Iberian Antique Ring In 18Kt Gold With Emerald & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
ring was carefully crafted with parts made up in solid yellow gold of 17, 18 and 19 karats and parts in
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, 18k Gold
Sold
W 1.38 in D 0.65 in L 2.52 in
Portuguese Iberian 1850 Filigree Brooch In 21Kt Yellow Gold With Seed Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Magnificent Portuguese Iberian Brooch. Beautiful and very unusual antique Iberian brooch, created
Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Iberian Of Diamond & Emerald Girandole Pendent Earrings 18th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
Antique Iberian pendant earrings set with rose-cut diamonds and emeralds in silver and gold, closed
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
Sold
W 1.82 in L 3.35 in
Antique 18th Century Iberian Emerald Earrings Brooch/Pendant Demi Parure Spanish
Located in Lisbon, PT
intricate filigree, pierced, and die-pressed gold work, a hallmark of Iberian jewelry. The table-cut
Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 3.75 in W 2.75 in D 0.28 in L 56 in
SPANISH-IBERIAN 1780 Coral Rosary In 18Kt Gold With Seed Pearls From Late 18th C
Located in Miami, FL
A magnificent Iberian Rosary from late 18th century. This is an extremely rare antique Iberian
Coral, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, 15k Gold, 22k Gold
Sold
W 2.09 in L 2.88 in
Antique 19th Century Blue Turquoise Arrecadas Yellow Gold Portuguese Earrings
Located in Lisbon, PT
Antique 19th Century Turquoise Arrecadas Earrings in Yellow Gold – by Oporto goldsmith José Martins
Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Georgian Iberian 18K Gold Pendeloque Emerald Earrings
Located in Venice, CA
Circa 1780, these 18k gold earrings are a gorgeous example of the Iberian pendeloque design
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
18th Century Iberian Pendeloque Diamond Shield Earrings
By Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection
Located in Stamford, CT
Imagine gold lit by the light of a candle and you will know the color of this pair of high karat
Diamond, 18k Gold
Sold
H 2.87 in D 0.25 in L 2.56 in
Georgian 1760 Iberian Corsage Girandole Brooch In 18-20Kt Gold With Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
Magnificent Portuguese girandole brooch. Fabulous Girandole pendant-brooch of Georgian-Iberian
Amethyst, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Diamond Chandelier Earrings. (Iberian, Georgian).
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique 19th Century Diamond Chandelier Earrings. (Iberian, Georgian). Late-Georgian earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Sold
W 0.52 in D 0.45 in L 2.09 in
Portuguese Iberian 1850 Dangle Drop Filigree Earrings 21Kt Gold With Seed Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
Magnificent Portuguese dangle drop earrings. Beautiful and very unusual pair of antique Iberian
Pearl, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1840 Iberian Rose Cut Diamond Ring (Spain Origin)
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique 1800 Rose Cut Diamond Ring Iberian (Spain Origin) "Isabelino Style" (1833-1868
Diamond, Silver, 18k Gold
Antique Iberian (Georgian) Emerald and Diamond Navette Shaped Ring 19th Century
Located in OVIEDO, AS
over gold weighing in total 1.40 carats, all the stones back foiled. This striking mix contrasts
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
Late 18th Century Pair Of Emerald And Diamond Pendent Earrings Probably Iberian
Located in Firenze, IT
gold settings, length 7.5cm Follow on instagram @bernardoantichita
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
18th Century Iberian Gold and Emerald Earrings
Located in Austin, TX
18th century Iberian gold and emerald earrings. Hand made in 18k gold and emeralds, sourced in
Emerald, 18k Gold
Victorian Iberian Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These amazingly intricate 22K gold drop earrings from the 1800's are in pristine condition
22k Gold
19th Century Iberian Gold Earrings
Located in Barcelona, ES
Astonishing antique Spanish or Portuguese earrings in yellow gold filigree
Gold
17th Century Iberian Gold Crucifix Pendant
Located in Sale, Cheshire
An incredible 17th century (!!) gold crucifix pendant, circa 1650. It's beautifully detailed, with
18k Gold
Antique Iberian Emerald Gold Bow Pendant Necklace
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Antique Iberian gold emerald necklace. Measurements - necklace is 20 1/2" long, pendant is 98mm x
Emerald, Yellow Gold
Antique Iberian Emerald Gold Earrings
Located in Lambertville, NJ
The traditional earring from Iberian Peninsula with three element design – a surmount suspending a
Emerald
Antique Iberian Emerald Gold Long Dangle Earrings
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A pair of 14k gold earrings set with emeralds. The earrings measure 70mm including the wire x 20mm
Emerald, 14k Gold
Amazing 18th Century Iberian Colombian Emerald Gold Brooch
Located in Houston, TX
Amazing 18th Century Iberian Colombian Emerald 24k Gold Brooch.
Emerald, 24k Gold
Antique Iberian Girandole Garnet Earrings, 18ct Gold Antique Spanish
Located in Shepton Mallet, GB
An amazing and rare pair of original gold and garnet Iberian earrings, circa 1770. These beautiful
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold
18th Century Georgian Iberian Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Sale, Cheshire
An ornate 18th Century diamond pendant from the Iberian peninsula. The style is striking, and
Diamond, 9k Gold, Silver
Iberian Wonder of a Georgian Bow Slide
Located in Wimberley, TX
Slides were worn on a length of ribbon worn around the neck. Always elegant, this 18k yellow gold
Diamond, 18k Gold
Very Scarce: Antique Emerald Earrings of the Iberian Peninsula
Located in Wimberley, TX
/> Emeralds, diamonds and gold from the New World were plentiful in the 18th century and the jewelry from the
Emerald, 15k Gold
Antique Iberian Emerald Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Rare Antique Iberian long 14K yellow gold earrings featuring emeralds. Earrings measure 78mm long x
Emerald, 14k Gold
Rare Georgian Iberian Table Cut Red Garnet 18 Karat Gold
Located in Napoli, IT
Past Treasures Marvellous Iberian Georgian period flower ring, hand crafted during 18 Th century
Garnet, Gold, 18k 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
Fred Leighton Rose Cut Diamond Pave Modern Girandole Pendant Earrings
By Fred Leighton
Located in New York, NY
Modern girandoles are set with mixed shape rose cut diamonds totaling approximately 7.96 carats mounted in silver topped 18 karat yellow gold. The earrings measure 1 inch in length a...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
$1,480 / set
W 1 in L 1.88 in
Pair 19th Century Carved Coral Rosebud and Leaf 14K Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Very fine quality antique carved red coral and 14K yellow gold Rosebud earrings 19th Century Each earring composed of delicately hand carved coral rosebuds and foliage ideal for a fa...
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Harry Winston Vintage Collection Diamond Snowflake Drop Earrings
By Harry Winston
Located in New York, NY
HARRY WINSTON Snowflake Drop Earrings in 18k White Gold and Platinum. The recognizable Harry Winston Snowflake geometric clusters, with icy needles of marquise and round brilliant d...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Halo Ring
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Halo Ring This vintage ring exudes timeless elegance, featuring a mesmerizing cabochon-cut sapphire at its center, radiating deep celestial blu...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
AUSTRIAN HUNGARIAN 1915 Enameled Beetle Watch Ring In 18Kt Gold & Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
A rare Austrian-Hungarian watch ring. This is an extremely rare and unusual clock-ring, created in the early 20th century during the Austrian-Hungarian empire period, circa 1915. Th...
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, 18k Gold, Enamel
Emilio Jewelry Certified 83.00 Carat Fancy Diamond Necklace
By Emilio!
Located in New York, NY
From Emilio Jewelry located on New York's iconic Fifth Avenue, featuring a hard to come by Gia certified 25.00 carat yellow diamond pear shape drop diamond. The necklace is set with ...
Diamond, Yellow Diamond
Rare Antique Pair of 19th Century "Poissarde" Diamond Dangle Drop Hoop Earrings.
Located in OVIEDO, AS
MAGNIFICENT PAIR OF GEORGIAN POISSARDE DIAMOND EARRINGS, Diamonds bright and lively. Extremely rare to find a pair of diamond poissarde earrings like this. Antique Pair of Early 19t...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
$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
Art Deco Inspired Platinum Ring with 0.97ct Diamond & 40 Sapphires
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Center Stone: Diamond Cut: Round Brilliant Cut Weight: 0.97 Carat Color: J Clarity: SI Accent Stone: 40 Sapphires Cut: Calibre Cut Weight: Approximately 0.5 Carats Color: Blue Accent...
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
Antique Georgian Star Sapphire Diamond Guilloche Enamel 14K Gold Ring Circa 1830
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Georgian Period cabochon star sapphire, diamond, cobalt blue guilloche enamel 14K gold ring. Circa 1830 This beautiful antique ring dates from the George IV/Regency Period. ...
Diamond, Star Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold
$8,750
H 1.5 in W 1.5 in Dm 2.63 in
Rare Elsa Schiaparelli Documented Surrealist Lady Bug Cuff Bracelet
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in New York, NY
Elsa Schiaparelli surrealist lady bug cuff bracelet. Of gilt plate metal the bombayed hinged cuffs inset with red, orange molded pate de verre glass lady bugs, partially painted in b...
Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Late Victorian Opal and Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian opal and diamond tiara/necklace, consisting of seven knife-edge gold bars graduating from the centre, each set with two round cabochon-cut opals and an old-cut diamo...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
Edwardian Old Cut Diamond Foliate Scroll Tiara in Silver and Gold
Located in London, England
A truly elegant Edwardian old cut diamond tiara set in silver and gold, circa 1910. This beautifully handcrafted tiara is composed of a number of elegant foliate scroll motifs, com...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Antique Enamel Violet Pendant Brooch of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This exquisite dual-purpose, Victorian era jewel (circa 1910-1920), designed as both brooch and pendant, features a richly enameled violet in deep purple tones, crafted in 14k yellow...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
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.