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Lapis Lazuli & Diamond Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Lapis Lazuli & Diamond Watch, in white gold 18kt set with 12 lapis luzuli  3.02 cts,case dial and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold

Lapis Lazuli & Diamond Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Watch in pink gold 18kt set with 26 lapis lazuli 19.48 cts, case dial and bracelet set with 393
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Royama Diamond Lapis Lazuli White Gold 18K Bracelet Watch
Located in Geneva, CH
Royama Diamond Lapis Lazuli White Gold 18K very impressive Bracelet Watch. Circa 1990. Signed
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, White Gold

Chopard Blue Lapis Lazuli 18K Gold 26mm Vintage Watch Circa 1970s
By Chopard
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Chopard unisex watch with a rare blue lapis lazuli dial and 4 asscher cut diamonds. Elegant
Category

Vintage 1970s Baroque Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Vintage Piaget Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Lapis Lazuli Dial 18K Gold Watch
By Piaget
Located in Miami, FL
in solid 18k 18K Yellow Gold, with a Diamond Bezel & authentic Lapis Lazuli Blue Dial. With Factory
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Piaget 18 Karat White Gold Lapis Lazuli and Mother of Pearl Dial Watch
By Piaget
Located in Boca Raton, FL
White Gold with Diamonds Dial: Factory Lapis Lazuli and Mother of Pearl Bracelet: 18k White Gold
Category

Late 20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, White Gold

Ebel Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Large Manual wind Wristwatch, 1970s
By Ebel
Located in Chicago, IL
fitting curve and 1 5/8 inches wide. Set with sections of fine Blue Lapis Lazuli. 17 Jewel Mechanical
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Cartier by Piaget Lapis Lazuli and Diamond Ladies Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A rare limited edition Cartier by Piaget watch showcasing a lapis lazuli dial and a brilliant
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage BAUME & MERCIER Lapis Lazuli Manuel Wind Gold Wristwatch
By Baume & Mercier
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Baume & Mercier Oval Lapis Lazuli Manuel Wind on Strap 18K Yellow Gold
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bueche-Girod Lapis-Lazuli Dial, Diamond Bezel Classic Wristwatch
By Bueche Girod
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This lovely vintage timepiece was created in Geneva Switzerland. The vivid blue Lapis dial is
Category

Mid-20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Piaget White Gold Lapis Dial and Diamonds Ladies Mechanical Wrist Watch
By Piaget
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Bezel totaling 1 Carat, Lapis Lazuli Dial. 17 Jewel mechanical Manual wind movement. 5/8 inch wide
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Rolex Submariner 18k Yellow Gold Blue Lapis Dial 16618 Automatic Watch, 1990
By Rolex
Located in Central & Western District, HK
dial, be it onyx or lapis lazuli, should be considered the most elusive ones as only a handful of them
Category

1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex 69318 Ladies Pearlmaster VERY RARE Lapis Lazuli Dial 18K Yellow Gold
By Rolex
Located in San Diego, CA
Lapis Lazuli Dial Face: Sapphire Crystal Case Size: 28mm Includes: -Elegant Watch Box
Category

1990s Wrist Watches

Piaget Ladies White Gold Diamond and Lapis Mechanical Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Chicago, IL
bezel totaling 3/4 Carat. 17 jewel Mechanical, Manual wind movement. Lapis Lazuli Dial with Diamond set
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Rolex Datejust Rare Lapis Pyramid Dial Diamond Set 69138
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A 26mm yellow gold Datejust by Rolex. Features an exceptionally rare lapis pyramid dial with
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roy King for Omega Large Yellow Gold and Lapis Dial Midcentury Wristwatch
By Roy King for Omega
Located in Chicago, IL
, manual wind movement, signed Roy King case measuring 1 3/8 X 1 1/8 inch. Lapis Lazuli Dial. Bracelet Also
Category

Vintage 1970s British Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Baume & Mercier Piaget 1970 Retro Modern Bracelet Wristwatch in 18Kt with Lapis
By Baume & Mercier
Located in Miami, FL
and the mechanical movement. It is embellished, with carvings of natural Afghani blue lapis lazuli and
Category

Late 20th Century French Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lucien Piccard Lapis Sapphire Gold Watch Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
This amazing 14k yellow gold watch cufflinks by Lucien Piccard feature an elegant brush gold finish
Category

20th Century Cufflinks

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Audemars Piguet Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Lapis Lazuli Wristwatch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in Paris, FR
Audemars Piguet Watch Gold Lapis Lazuli and Diamonds.
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Piaget Ladies Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Necklace Bracelet Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Nashville, TN
Piaget 18KY Lapis Lazuli necklace/ bracelet watch. Watch has a textured bezel and an oval Lapis
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

IWC Lady's White Gold Diamond Lapis Lazuli Dial Bracelet Wristwatch
By IWC
Located in London, GB
its period. It has a wonderful lapis lazuli dial which is surrounded by diamonds and a link
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold

Piaget Lady's Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Nephrite Jade Large Bracelet Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An early 1970's Piaget 18k yellow gold wide bracelet watch with lapis and nephrite jade rectangular
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Jade, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Piaget White Gold Lapis Lazuli Diamond Mother-of-Pearl Bracelet Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A Stunning 18k White Gold Bracelet Watch with Lapis, Pearl, and Diamond Dial, by Piaget. Circa 1980
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Small Model White Gold Lapis Watch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Alhambra watch, small model. 26 mm x 26 mm white gold case; white gold bezel; lapis dial; white
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rolex Ladies Datejust 6517 Lapis Lazuli Diamond Jubilee Roman
By Rolex
Located in San Fernando, CA
plated jubilee band Wrist size - 7 1/2 inches New generic box included watch appraisal available
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Stainless Steel

Rolex Yellow Gold Lapis Dial Datejust Automatic Wristwatch Ref. 6917
By Rolex
Located in Bologna, IT
Rolex Rolex Datejust Ref. 6917 18K Yellow Gold Case Lapis Dial (perfect) Original 18K Yellow
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

CARTIER An Art Deco Gem-Set Pendant Watch
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
lapis lazuli back centring on a rose-diamond-set suspention loop and jadeite ring, circa 1920, dial
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Jade, 18k Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Day-Date Smooth Bezel Lapis Lazuli Dial President Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in New York, NY
Rolex 18K Yellow Gold Day-Date Presidential Watch Rare Factory Rolex Lapis Lazuli Dial Without Hour
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Vintage Ladies Cartier Tank Lapis Lazuli Watch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Ladies Cartier Tank Lapis Lazuli Watch - Manual winding. 18k White & Yellow gold case ( 24
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Piaget Polo 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Lapis Lazuli Watch 861 C 701
By Piaget
Located in Dallas, TX
Piaget Polo 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Lapis Lazuli Watch 861 C 701 - Quartz. 18K Yellow Gold ( 25 x 25
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Vintage Piaget Lapis Lazuli 18 Karat Gold Watch
By Piaget
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Piaget Lapis Lazuli 18k Gold Watch. Featuring a cabochon cut sapphire. Stamped 750, #9556292817. Circa
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Panthère 128000M Lapis Lazuli, Diamond Yellow Gold Estate Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
: Lapis Lazuli Bezel: Diamonds Origin: France Hallmarks: Cartier Water Resistant Swiss Made 2303
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli

Vacheron Constantin White Gold Lapis Lazuli Dial Pendant Pocket Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in London, GB
An 18k White Gold Pendant Gents Pocket Watch, lapis lazuli dial, a fixed 18k white gold bezel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pocket Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold

Piaget Rare Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli & Malachite Set Vintage Watch
By Piaget
Located in London, GB
This Lapis Lazuli and Malachite set women's wristwatch is a rare vintage piece, with a backwinder
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roger Dubuis White Gold Lapis Lazuli Dial Excalibur Limited Edition Watch
By Roger Dubuis
Located in London, GB
A White Gold Excalibur Limited Edition Gents Wristwatch, lapis lazuli dial with roman numerals and
Category

Early 2000s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, White Gold

Vintage Rolex Day-Date Lapis Lazuli 18K Yellow Gold 36mm Watch
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Rare Vintage Rolex 36mm Day-Date Blue Lapis Lazuli Ref. 18038 in 18K Yellow Gold with Fluted Bezel
Category

1990s Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Omega Diamond Lapis Lazuli DeVille Quartz Watch and Cufflinks and Ring
By Omega
Located in London, GB
An 18k White Gold Omega DeVille Gents Wristwatch, lapis lazuli dial with 10 applied hour markers, a
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, White Gold

Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis Lazuli / Diamond Sweet Alhambra Watch Limited New
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a Van Cleef and Arpels limited edition iconic Sweet Alhambra Lapis Lazuli and
Category

2010s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Vacheron Constantin Mid-Size White Gold Lapis Lazuli 7243P Manual Wind Watch
By Vacheron Constantin
Located in London, GB
An 18k White Gold Mid-Size Dress Wristwatch, lapis lazuli dial set with 4 round brilliant cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, White Gold

Patek Philippe Rare Cocktail Dress Watch Vintage Lapis Lazuli Set 4241
By Patek Philippe
Located in London, GB
A Rare 18k Yellow Gold Vintage Women's Dress Wristwatch, lapis lazuli dial, a fixed 18k yellow gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Datejust Gold Rare Diamond Lapis Lazuli Pyramid Dial 69138 Watch
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
An 26mm 1990 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ladies Wristwatch, rare lapis lazuli pyramid
Category

1990s American Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Bueche Girod Lapis Lazuli 18K Yellow Gold Wide Bangle Bracelet Watch
Located in Miami, FL
lazuli. From circa the 1970s, this Trending vintage 18k gold bracelet watch is crafted in solid 18K
Category

Vintage 1970s Retro Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

Rolex Gold Rare Lapis Lazuli Diamond Dial Day-Date 18238 Automatic Gents Watch
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
An 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Day-Date Gents Wristwatch, rare lapis lazuli dial with applied
Category

1990s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Cartier Rare Lady's Yellow Gold and Lapis Lazuli Bracelet Watch, circa 1972
By Cartier
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
measures 22 millimeters in diameter and the lapis disks taper gently to 19mm. The watch is in overall
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Patek Philippe Rare Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli & Diamond Set Watch 4399/1
By Patek Philippe
Located in London, GB
A very rare vintage Cocktail watch by Patek Philippe in yellow gold. Featuring a lapis lazuli dial
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Patek Philippe Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Dial Diamond Set Watch 3727-2
By Patek Philippe
Located in London, GB
An 18k Yellow Gold Gents Dress Wristwatch, rare lapis lazuli dial, a fixed 18k yellow gold bezel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold

Piaget Dress Watch Ladies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Dial 9801 A6
By Piaget
Located in London, GB
A 26 mm 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Dress Wristwatch, lapis lazuli dial, a fixed 18k yellow gold bezel
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Piaget Dress Watch Ladies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Dial 9801 A6
By Piaget
Located in London, GB
A 26 mm 18k Yellow Gold Ladies Dress Wristwatch, lapis lazuli dial, a fixed 18k yellow gold bezel
Category

20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Piaget Dress Watch Gents 18 Karat White Gold Lapis Lazuli Diamond Dial 934D2
By Piaget
Located in London, GB
A 25 mm 18k White Gold Gents Dress Wristwatch, lapis lazuli dial set with 4 round brilliant cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Manual Pocket Watch
By Cartier
Located in Dallas, TX
Cartier Fine Gold and Lapis Lazuli Pocket Watch - Manual winding. Lapis Lazuli case with applied
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Piaget Ladies Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Bracelet Watch
By Piaget
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Piaget Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Gold Bracelet Watch / Lapis Lazuli / Ref
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Piaget Lapis Lazuli Malachite Set Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in London, GB
A Rare Lapis Lazuli and Malachite Set Ladies Wristwatch, champagne dial, a fixed 18k yellow gold
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

LUCIEN PICCARD gold, tiger's eye and lapis lazuli wristwatch.
By Lucien Piccard
Located in New York, NY
A 14 karat yellow gold Lucien Piccard watch designed with a lapis and tiger’s eye square shaped
Category

Vintage 1960s French Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold

Piaget Lapis Lazuli Malachite Set Manual Wind Wristwatch, 1970s
By Piaget
Located in London, GB
A Rare Lapis Lazuli and Malachite Set Ladies Wristwatch, champagne dial, a fixed 18k yellow gold
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Baume & Mercier Lady's Yellow Gold Bracelet Watch Retailed by Tiffany & Co with Lapis Lazuli Dial circa 1960s
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
yellow gold textured links, manual-wind movement, lapis lazuli dial.
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Piaget 18kt. Yellow and white Gold Lapis Lazuli ladies wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Braintree, GB
Piaget 18kt. Yellow and white Gold Lapis Lazuli Dial Diamond Emerald Vintage Cocktail Watch 926B23
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, White Gold

Bucherer Gold with Lapis Textured Watch
By Bucherer
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat gold with a lapis face watch by Bucherer.
Category

Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Rolex Day-Date Lapis Lazuli Pyramid Diamond Dial 18338
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A stunning yellow gold Day-Date. Featuring an extremely rare lapis lazuli pyramid dial with diamond
Category

Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Rare Lapis Lazuli Dial Quartz Wristwatch
By Audemars Piguet
Located in London, GB
An 18k White Gold Royal Oak Ladies Wristwatch, rare lapis lazuli dial set with 10 applied round
Category

1990s Unknown Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Diamond, White Gold

Rolex Datejust Gold Lapis Lazuli Pyramid Dial 69138 Automatic Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
An 18k Yellow Gold Oyster Perpetual Datejust Ladies Wristwatch, rare lapis lazuli pyramid dial with
Category

1990s American Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

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Lapis Lazuli Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the lapis lazuli watch you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a lapis lazuli watch from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 carat and 1 carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Creating a lapis lazuli watch has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Van Cleef & Arpels, Tiffany & Co. and Cartier are consistently popular. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cabochon and mixed cut alternatives. Most of our lapis lazuli watch for sale are for women, but there are 2622 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Lapis Lazuli Watch?

The price for a lapis lazuli watch starts at $1 and tops out at $300,000 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $2,692.

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.

Questions About Lapis Lazuli Watch
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    The spiritual meaning of lapis lazuli is that it is the stone of truth and friendship. Sumerians believed that the spirit of their gods lived within the stone. Lapis lazuli has been associated with strength and courage and is considered to bring deep peace and harmony to the one who wears it. Lapis lazuli's powerful blue tone opens up minds and provides enlightenment. It is used to encourage self-awareness, self-confidence, self-knowledge, peace and harmony, compassion, morality, and is believed to brighten the wearer’s mood throughout the day. Shop a range of lapis lazuli jewelry on 1stDibs.