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Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Kunzite Earrings
Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Kunzite Earrings

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Kunzite Earrings

Located in London, GB

) oval drop earrings with Diamond post (0.47ct) and accents are a staple of Kiki McDonough's designs. By

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Chandelier Earrings

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Kunzite, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Fire Opal and Diamond Drop Earrings
Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Fire Opal and Diamond Drop Earrings

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Fire Opal and Diamond Drop Earrings

Located in London, GB

Designed in 2017 by Kiki McDonough this stunning 18ct yellow gold earrings with a large teardrop

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Bracelet
Kiki McDonough 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Bracelet

Kiki McDonough 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chain Bracelet

Located in London, GB

This simple but eye-catching piece is a chain bracelet made from 18 Karat Yellow Gold, that can be worn for any occasion.

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Chain Bracelets

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18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Diamond Drop Earrings
Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Diamond Drop Earrings

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Diamond Drop Earrings

Located in London, GB

spectacular performance of Sleeping Beauty by The Royal Ballet that Kiki once visited. Ballet is one of Kiki

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Dangle Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Diamond Statement Ring
Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Diamond Statement Ring

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Diamond Statement Ring

Located in London, GB

Collection that was inspired by a spectacular performance of Sleeping Beauty by The Royal Ballet that Kiki

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Hoop Earrings
Kiki McDonough 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Hoop Earrings

Kiki McDonough 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Hoop Earrings

Located in London, GB

These stunning hoop earrings are for any occasion. Featuring three Pave Diamond (4.00kts) hoops set in 18 karat Yellow Gold, these earrings are a contemporary twist on an 80's style.

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Feather Pendant
Kiki McDonough 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Feather Pendant

Kiki McDonough 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Feather Pendant

Located in London, GB

This stunning pendant features a central feather motif sparkling in Diamonds (0.08kts) and set in 18ct White Gold. As light and elegant as a real-life feather, this pendant is a grea...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Feather Necklace
Kiki McDonough 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Feather Necklace

Kiki McDonough 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Feather Necklace

Located in London, GB

This stunning necklace features a central feather motif sparkling in Diamonds (0.30kts) and set in 18ct White Gold. As light and elegant as a real-life feather, this necklace is a gr...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Multi-Stone Earrings
Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Multi-Stone Earrings

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Multi-Stone Earrings

Located in London, GB

These stunning Rainbow earrings are modern and colourful, making them perfect to wear from day to night. They are set in 18 carat Yellow Gold and feature stones (11.41ct) including L...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Hoop Earrings

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Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold and Diamond Pendant
Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold and Diamond Pendant

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold and Diamond Pendant

Located in London, GB

This stunning pendant is guaranteed to bring some sparkle to your outfit. The central stone is Blue Topaz (2.21ct), a soft shade of Blue that is extremely versatile, and is surrounde...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Peridot and Diamond Necklace
Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Peridot and Diamond Necklace

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Peridot and Diamond Necklace

Located in London, GB

Beauty by The Royal Ballet that Kiki once visited. Ballet is one of Kiki's great passions and elements of

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Chain Necklaces

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Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Multi-Stone Rainbow Pendant
Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Multi-Stone Rainbow Pendant

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Multi-Stone Rainbow Pendant

Located in London, GB

This fun and colour pendant is set in 18ct Yellow Gold and features multiple gemstones including Lemon Quartz, Blue Topaz, Citrine, Peridot, Rubellite, Pink Tourmaline and Diamonds. ...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Citrine, Diamond, Peridot, Quartz, Rubelite, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Gold Rainbow Light Multi-Stone Pendant
Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Gold Rainbow Light Multi-Stone Pendant

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Gold Rainbow Light Multi-Stone Pendant

Located in London, GB

This vibrant and colourful pendant is a lighter, pastel version of other products in our Rainbow Collection, making it great for those who love colour, but want a more subtle piece o...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Citrine, Morganite, Quartz, Topaz, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Blue Topaz and Diamond Detachable Earrings
Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Blue Topaz and Diamond Detachable Earrings

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Blue Topaz and Diamond Detachable Earrings

Located in London, GB

(1.22ct) halos. This enables you to mix and match all your favourite Kiki jewellery to achieve multiple

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Triple Stone Green Amethyst Cocktail Ring
Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Triple Stone Green Amethyst Cocktail Ring

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Triple Stone Green Amethyst Cocktail Ring

Located in London, GB

This stunning ring features three central Green Amethyst stones set in 18ct Yellow Gold, with each stone surrounded by a row of pave Diamonds. This ring is extremely versatile would ...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Engagement Rings

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Amethyst, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Diamond and Lemon Quartz Snake Necklace
Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Diamond and Lemon Quartz Snake Necklace

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Diamond and Lemon Quartz Snake Necklace

Located in London, GB

This stunning Diamond (6.06cts) snake-style necklace with two hanging Lemon Quartz stones is perfect for any formal event. Set in 18ct White Gold, this piece is light and elegant and...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold

Vintage Kiki McDonough Topaz, Peridot and Diamond Stud Earrings in Yellow Gold
Vintage Kiki McDonough Topaz, Peridot and Diamond Stud Earrings in Yellow Gold

Vintage Kiki McDonough Topaz, Peridot and Diamond Stud Earrings in Yellow Gold

Located in London, England

A beautiful vintage pair of Kiki McDonough blue topaz, peridot and diamond earrings set in 18k

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2010s British Modern Stud Earrings

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Diamond, Peridot, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Kiki McDonough Blue Topaz and Diamond Stud Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold
Vintage Kiki McDonough Blue Topaz and Diamond Stud Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold

Vintage Kiki McDonough Blue Topaz and Diamond Stud Earrings in 18k Yellow Gold

Located in London, England

A beautiful vintage pair of Kiki McDonough blue topaz and diamond earrings set in 18k yellow gold

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2010s British Contemporary Stud Earrings

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Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Marquise Cut Blue Topaz Necklace
Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Marquise Cut Blue Topaz Necklace

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Marquise Cut Blue Topaz Necklace

Located in London, GB

This Special Edition piece was designed by Kiki McDonough to celebrate the wonderful shapes of

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Link Necklaces

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Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold

A pair of 18k yellow gold and chrysoprase ear clips by Kiki McDonough.
A pair of 18k yellow gold and chrysoprase ear clips by Kiki McDonough.

A pair of 18k yellow gold and chrysoprase ear clips by Kiki McDonough.

Located in KERKRADE, NL

A pair of 18k yellow gold and chrysoprase ear clips by Kiki McDonough. Origin: London, UK. Age

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Vintage 1980s English Clip-on Earrings

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Chrysophrase, Yellow Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 carat White Gold Aquamarine and Morganite Necklace
Kiki McDonough 18 carat White Gold Aquamarine and Morganite Necklace

Kiki McDonough 18 carat White Gold Aquamarine and Morganite Necklace

Located in London, GB

A unique Aquamarine and Morganite (80.09ct) necklace set in 18ct White Gold designed by Kiki

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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Drop Necklaces

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Aquamarine, Diamond, Morganite, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Tourmaline Cocktail Ring
Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Tourmaline Cocktail Ring

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Tourmaline Cocktail Ring

Located in London, GB

This extremely elegant marquise ring features Mint Green Tourmaline 6.67ct with surrounding Diamonds 0.54ct, set in 18ct White Gold. Complimentary re-sizing available. The North-Sou...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Cocktail Rings

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Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Tanzanite and Diamond Earrings
Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Tanzanite and Diamond Earrings

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Tanzanite and Diamond Earrings

Located in London, GB

Brighten up your jewellery box with these beautiful Tanzanite (11.32ct) earrings. Set in 18ct White Gold with surrounding Diamonds (0.26ct.) VVS2 G/H colour. The almost violet in hu...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Dangle Earrings

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Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Green Amethyst Heart Necklace
Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Green Amethyst Heart Necklace

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Green Amethyst Heart Necklace

Located in London, GB

18ct Yellow Gold and Green Amethyst (75.60ct) Necklace With Detachable Heart Pendant (5.42ct) and Diamond Detail. Dimensions: Central Heart-Shaped Stone 12.5x12.5mm Total Length Nec...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Kunzite and Tourmaline Ring
Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Kunzite and Tourmaline Ring

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Kunzite and Tourmaline Ring

Located in London, GB

The 18ct White Gold Oval Cut Kunzite (4.92cts) and Pear Cut Paraiba Tourmaline (1.09cts) Ring with set with Diamonds (0.51cts) was designed to be a symbol of love and celebration of ...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Engagement Rings

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Kunzite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Cushion Cut Beryl Earrings
Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Cushion Cut Beryl Earrings

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Cushion Cut Beryl Earrings

Located in London, GB

Beautifully bright 18ct Yellow Gold and Lemon Beryl (21.93ct) Cushion Cut Earrings With Round White Topaz (2.57ct) Tops, are perfect for any summer evening. Dimensions: Diameter Wid...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Dangle Earrings

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Beryl, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 carat White Gold Blue Topaz and Diamond Necklace
Kiki McDonough 18 carat White Gold Blue Topaz and Diamond Necklace

Kiki McDonough 18 carat White Gold Blue Topaz and Diamond Necklace

Located in London, GB

18ct White Gold and Blue Topaz (39.40ct) Necklace with diamond round detail (1.80ct) - perfect for evening wear, this vivd piece is a showstopper. Necklace dimensions - Small sto...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Drop Necklaces

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Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Aquamarine and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Aquamarine and Diamond Cocktail Ring

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Aquamarine and Diamond Cocktail Ring

Located in London, GB

This stunning Aquamarine (9.03ct) and Diamond (1.22ct) cocktail ring is a real statement piece - the cushion-cut center aquamarine sits among the intertwined diamond bands. Inspired...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Cocktail Rings

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Lemon Quartz and Peridot Pendant
Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Lemon Quartz and Peridot Pendant

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Lemon Quartz and Peridot Pendant

Located in London, GB

Part of our colourful Candy collection, this Peridot is as vibrant as it is striking. Featuring a central Lemon Quartz stone, this pendant hangs on a Diamond post adorned with a smal...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Pendant Necklaces

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Peridot, Quartz, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lemon Quartz and Diamond Earrings
Kiki McDonough 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lemon Quartz and Diamond Earrings

Kiki McDonough 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lemon Quartz and Diamond Earrings

Located in London, GB

These earrings feature a central cushion-cut Lemon Quartz stone, that is held by an intricately designed 18ct Yellow Gold setting. The stone hangs from a post featuring two rows of p...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Drop Earrings

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Quartz, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Tanzanite and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Tanzanite and Diamond Cocktail Ring

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat White Gold Tanzanite and Diamond Cocktail Ring

Located in London, GB

A striking 6.92ct Tanzanite and Diamond (0.76ct) ring set in 18ct White Gold. The oval cut centre stone is accentuated by the diamond tapered arms which show off the beautifully face...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Blue Topaz and Diamond Bangle
Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Blue Topaz and Diamond Bangle

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Blue Topaz and Diamond Bangle

Located in London, GB

Part of our Fantasy collection, this bangle features four Blue Topaz (0.24ct) stones, with one surrounded by a halo of sparkling Diamonds (0.63ct). Designed to be worn from work thro...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Bangles

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Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Cushion Peridot and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Cushion Peridot and Diamond Cocktail Ring

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Cushion Peridot and Diamond Cocktail Ring

Located in London, GB

(0.42cts) that also travel halfway around the ring. Peridot is Kiki's favourite stone, so each pieces lies

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Cocktail Rings

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Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lavender Amethyst and Diamond Dome Ring
Kiki McDonough 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lavender Amethyst and Diamond Dome Ring

Kiki McDonough 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lavender Amethyst and Diamond Dome Ring

Located in London, GB

This dazzling statement ring features a central cushion-cut Lavender Amethyst ring set in 18ct Yellow Gold, surrounded by multiple rows of Pave Diamonds. The resulting ring is a stat...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Cocktail Rings

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Amethyst, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Lemon Quartz and Peridot Drop Earrings
Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Lemon Quartz and Peridot Drop Earrings

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Lemon Quartz and Peridot Drop Earrings

Located in London, GB

From our colourful candy collection, these stunning earrings feature a central Lemon Quartz stone set in 18ct Yellow Gold that hangs from a pave Diamond post, adorned with a small Pe...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Drop Earrings

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Peridot, Quartz, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fire Opal and Diamond Drop Earrings
Kiki McDonough 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fire Opal and Diamond Drop Earrings

Kiki McDonough 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fire Opal and Diamond Drop Earrings

Located in London, GB

These vibrant drop earrings feature three central Fire Opal Stones (3.4cts), set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold, that are surrounded by a ring of Diamonds and hang from a Diamond hoop.

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Drop Earrings

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Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Oval Cut Peridot and Diamond Drop Earrings
Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Oval Cut Peridot and Diamond Drop Earrings

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Oval Cut Peridot and Diamond Drop Earrings

Located in London, GB

universal stone that looks incredible on every skintone. It is also Kiki's favourite stone, so each piece

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Green Amethyst Drop Earrings
Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Green Amethyst Drop Earrings

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Green Amethyst Drop Earrings

Located in London, GB

18ct Yellow Gold Oval Cut Green Amethyst With A Cushion Cut Green Amethyst (2.9cts) Drop Surrounded By Diamonds (0.83cts) Dimensions: Total Diameter 15.5mm Top Stone Diameter 8mm To...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Drop Earrings

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Amethyst, 18k Gold

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Fire Opal Round and Oval Drop Earrings
Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Fire Opal Round and Oval Drop Earrings

Kiki McDonough 18 Carat Yellow Gold Fire Opal Round and Oval Drop Earrings

Located in London, GB

The deep crimson of the stones used in these Special Edition earrings solidifies the reason why these earrings are a one-of-a-kind piece. The large oval and round cut Mexican Fire ...

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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Drop Earrings

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Opal, 18k Gold

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Kiki Mcdonough For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact kiki mcdonough you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from 18k Gold, Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. A kiki mcdonough can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 23, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for an oval cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cushion cut and round cut alternatives. When shopping for a kiki mcdonough, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Kiki Mcdonough?

On average, a kiki mcdonough at 1stDibs sells for $6,535, while they’re typically $1,507 on the low end and $40,325 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.