Chanel Vintage Red Leather Scallop Quilted Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
curved quilting and satin rope trim make this a uniquely collectible item. Large gold interlocking
Chanel Vintage Red Leather Scallop Quilted Flap Bag
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
curved quilting and satin rope trim make this a uniquely collectible item. Large gold interlocking
Clarissa Bronfman Tiger's Eye Polki Diamond Rosary Diamond Ruby Elephant Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
- gold polki diamond tumbler bead - large gold double sided diamond clasp that opens and closes allowing
Diamond, Ruby, Tiger's Eye, Sterling Silver
1960s Christian Dior Glass Beaded Choker Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
with a large gold tone metal clasp covered in more blue glass beads. Measurements when flat: 42cm
Clarissa Bronfman Tanzanite Polki Diamond Ruby Beaded Necklace & Elephant Pendan
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Beaded Necklace consists of: - 37" length total - large gold double sided diamond clasp on bottom
Amethyst, Diamond, Quartz, Rubelite, Ruby, Tanzanite, Sterling Silver
Large Coral Amber Necklace Gold Clasp by Marina J
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
beads, held together by a 14k yellow gold secured clasp. The necklace's large and authentic beads give
Amber, Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
High Luster Tahitian Freshwater Large Pearl Gold Clasp Necklace
Located in New York, NY
graduated 18mm to 15mm most pearls on the larger size attached to a 14karat gold invisible clasp. The
Pearl, 14k Gold
High Luster Tahitian Freshwater Large Pearl Gold Clasp Necklace
Located in New York, NY
graduated 18mm to 15mm most pearls on the larger size attached to a 14karat gold invisible clasp. The
Pearl, 14k Gold
High Luster Tahitian Freshwater Large Pearl Gold Clasp Necklace
Located in New York, NY
graduated 18mm to 15mm most pearls on the larger size attached to a 14karat gold invisible clasp. The
Pearl, 14k Gold
17mm to 15mm Large Slightly Baroque Pearl Gold Clasp Necklace
Located in New York, NY
slightly graduated 17mm to 15mm, most pearls on the larger size, attached to a 14 karat gold invisible
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
Gold Panther Chain Bracelet with Large Lobster Clasp, 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Austin, TX
each fold specifically to sit delicately when worn. This bracelet has a large lobster clasp that is
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pearl Necklace with 14 Karat White Gold Clasp and Large Aquamarine
Located in Berlin, DE
Elegant pearl necklace with 14k white gold clasp and large aquamarine. Including certificate of
Aquamarine, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Large 14k Link Chain Necklace, PaperClip Chain Cable w Large Clasp in 14kt Gold
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
large link chain is a handmade chunky link chain necklace. With each link handmade in 14k yellow gold
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chanel extra large quilted lambskin briefcase with gold CC clasp
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel extra large quilted lambskin briefcase with gold CC clasp 1991 {VINTAGE 27 Years} Gold
Five-rowed garnet necklace with large 14k rose gold clasp, Bohemian.
Located in Berlin, DE
Magnificent, old necklace with faceted garnet stones. Solid 14k rose gold, hallmarked. Diameter of
Garnet, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Curb Chain Link Necklace Larger Clasp 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
: 6mm 14kt. yellow gold 19 Grams. clasp: 9.7mm
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Curb Chain Link Necklace Larger Clasp 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
: 6mm 14kt. yellow gold 19 Grams. clasp: 9.7mm
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Paperclip Link Figaro Necklace with Large Clasp, 14 Karat Gold, circa 1995
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
design to work together symbiotically. The chain has a large lobster clasp, making this necklace easy to
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Faceted Amethyst Necklace with Vermeil Toggle Clasp
Located in valatie, NY
Large faceted amethyst necklace with vermeil toggle clasp. Unsigned.
Gold Plate
Pearl Bracelet with Large White Gold Clasp, Set with Sapphires and Diamonds
Located in Berlin, DE
Three-row pearl bracelet with large white gold clasp. Set with sapphires and diamonds. Including
White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Blue Sapphire, White Gold
Large South Sea Pearl Necklace with Diamond Clasp
Located in Chicago, IL
White Gold Ball clasp with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds totaling 1/2 Carat.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Chanel Extra Large Quilted Lambskin Portfolio Flap with Gold CC Clasp
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel extra large quilted lambskin portfolio flap with gold CC clasp 1991 {VINTAGE 27 Years} Gold
Large Link Chain Necklace-Open Oval Link 14 Karat Gold Chain Lobster Clasp
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
versatile! This 24 inch 14k yellow gold chain necklace has a large oval lobster clasp that is fashionable
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Italian 14K Yellow Gold 18" Open Oval Link Polished Chain Necklace Large Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
Links Chain Length: 18 Inches Chain Width: 13.6mm (next to clasp) Chain Thickness: 10.47mm Clasp: Large
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Polished Large Nugget Multi-Color Gemstone Necklace with Gold Vermeil Clasp
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
17 Inch necklace of highly polished multi colored quartz nuggets enhanced with gold tone flutters
Quartz, Vermeil, Mixed Metal
Large 1, 000 carats Aquamarine and Kyanite Double Separable Gold Clasp Necklaces
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful, versatile and wearable double separable large Aquamarine and navy blue Kyanite gold
Aquamarine
14k Gold 18" Textured Rope Style Link Chain Necklace w/ Large Spring Ring Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
14K Yellow Gold Weight: 22.27 Grams Length: 18 Inches Width: 4.3mm (approx.) (at the links) Clasp
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Marina J Large Baroque Pearl Necklace with 14 K Yellow Gold Beads and Clasp
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The large baroque white pearls are highlighted with 14k yellow gold beads and clasp. Each pearl was
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Pearl Necklace with Pearl and Diamond Tassel and 14 Karat White Gold Clasp
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This large pearl necklace with pearl and diamond tassel and 14 k white gold clasp is made with
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage H. Stern 14k Gold Black Onyx Large Open Rolo Link Toggle Clasp Bracelet
By H. Stern
Located in Montclair, NJ
.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow gold (hollow design) Weight: 26.4 Grams Chain Type: Puffed rolo link Chain
Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Heavy Figaro Chain Link Bracelet and Large Clasp, 14 Karat Gold 8 Inches Long
Located in Austin, TX
a large lobster clasp that is very easy to use and super secure! The bracelet is 6mm wide and 8
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Amber Butterscotch Bakelite 19" Graduated Bead Necklace 14K gold clasp
Located in Milford, DE
bakelite beads on a sturdy vintage knotted string. A large 14K gold spring ring clasp is as eye catching as
14k Gold
Pearl Strand Necklace with 14k Gold Toggle Clasp Genuine Freshwater Pearl Chains
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
Strands of Genuine Freshwater Cultured Pearls 14 Karat Yellow Gold Extra Large Toggle Clasp 30 Inches
Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emis Beros Double Strand Pearl Necklace with Bold Diamond and Yellow Gold Clasp
By Emis Beros
Located in Palm Beach, FL
by designer Emis Beros, is the embodiment of elegance. The large, bold, yellow gold, bow shaped clasp
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Marina J Graduated White Pearl & Red Coral Long Necklace with 14 K Gold Clasp
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
tassel is 4.5 inches long with a 14k yellow gold clasp, large half cut white pearl, onyx ring, and
Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Si...
Vintage GIA Red Orange Coral Bead Long Strand Necklace 14K Gold Mabe Pearl Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
yellow gold, push clasp that is beautifully set with a lovely mabe pearl and 5 adorable round brilliant
Coral, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Italian Multi strand Natural Coral 18 KT Diamond Clasp Torsade Necklace
Located in Napoli, IT
Feels as soft as silk when on Complemented by a designer, stunning 18 KT gold clasp, large and heavy in
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
Verdura Large Impressive Peridot Triple Strand and Gold Necklace
By Verdura
Located in Chicago, IL
Fluted 18k Yellow Gold clasp measuring 1 1/4 X 1 inch. Comes in the original Verdura leather bound
Peridot, 18k Gold
18k Two Tone Gold Infinity Link Chain & Large Open Diamond Heart Lariat Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
18k yellow gold with a large white gold diamond heart and clasp. This chain features fine and wide
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Large Ribbed Interlocking 18-Karat Link Bracelet In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Dimensions: The bracelet is approximately 12.25mm in width Bracelet Clasp: 18k Yellow Gold extra large ring
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Paperclip Gold Bracelet, 14 Karat Yellow Gold Weighs 4.26 Grams
Located in Austin, TX
, large spring ring clasp. The gold weighs 4.26 grams! 14 karat yellow gold 7 inches long Spring ring
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lobster Charm Holder Pendant in 18 Karat Gold with Steel & Gold Omega Chain
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
This large 18 karat yellow gold lobster clasp came off of a large bracelet that we largely melted
Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Steel
Sold|$1,481
14ct 585 Vintage Russian Rose Gold Chain
Located in London, GB
Chain has a Large 9ct Yellow Gold Clasp Late 20th Century
Rose Gold
Genuine 410 Carat Estate Sleeping Beauty Turquoise 18K Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
sleeping beauty mine in Arizona, delicately strung together with a handmade large solid 18k gold clasp
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Egyptian Revival Eye of the Horus Runway Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
; suspending a Turquoise glass Eye of the Horus Pendant set in a 18K yellow gold mounting; Fabulous large 18K
18k Gold
Genuine 400 Carat Old Mine Sleeping Beauty Turquoise 18K Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
, delicately strung together with a handmade large solid 18k gold clasp, creating an elegant look. The hand
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Serpent Sleeping Beauty Turquoise & Diamonds Gold Ruby Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
: • round Sleeping Beauty Turquoises • large 14K solid gold sparkling diamonds snake clasp • 14k gold
Diamond, Turquoise, Ruby, 14k Gold
Art Nouveau French Yellow Gold 59 Inch Filigree Link Chain
Located in Narberth, PA
large gold spring ring clasp, which makes it easy to double or triple the chain, or to attach a
18k Gold
0.70 Carat Diamond 2 Tone Cuban Link Chain Solid White and Yellow Gold 14K
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
large Lobster Clasp. Color I , Clarity SI, 7 Inch Length.
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$3,475
Victorian Carved Onyx Link Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
necklace is a large gold spring ring clasp, making it possible to attach a complimentary locket or pendant
Onyx, 15k Gold, Rose Gold
CLARISSA BRONFMAN Tanzanite Ruby Diamond Necklace & Diamond Angel Wing Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Beaded Necklace consists of: - 37" length total - large gold double sided diamond clasp on bottom
Amethyst, Diamond, Quartz, Ruby, Tanzanite, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Sold|$950
Swarovski Evening Clutch
By Daniel Swarovski
Located in New York, NY
Daniel Swarovski, black suede, evening, clutch, with large, gold, abstract, clasp embellished with
Chanel Vintage Beige Caviar Top Handle Classic Kelly Flap Bag Rare
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Vintage Beige caviar top handle flap 1994 {VINTAGE 27 Years} Gold hardware Large CC clasp
1970s Roberta Di Camerino Rectangle Velvet Crossbody Bag
By Roberta Di Camerino
Located in Toronto, Ontario
gold tone R closure. Long black leather strap. Removable on one side with large gold tone lobster claw
Lucille de Paris Pale Beige Crocodile Bag
By Lucille de Paris
Located in New Hope, PA
A great pale beige crocodile bag from Lucille de Paris is embellished with a large cabochon clasp
19th-Century American Folk Art, Portrait Of A Lady Holding A Posy
Located in Cheltenham, GB
embellished her outfit with large gold earrings and a fancy clasp on her necktie. Held in a later frame
Canvas, Oil
ANDREW CLUNN Four Necklace Set - One Textured Gold Clasp
By Andrew Clunn
Located in New York, NY
Andrew Clunn, including one large decorative 18kt gold clasp, with interchangeable necklaces of: 1
Judith Leiber Purple Leather Belt with Deco Style Buckle
By Judith Leiber
Located in New York, NY
Judith Leiber purple leather adjustable belt from the 1980's with an art deco style large gold
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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After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.