Louis Fiessler 18KY Sapphire, Emerald, Ruby Bracelet
By Louis Fiessler
Located in Cincinnati, OH
By designer Louis Fiessler, this bracelet is a classic. 18 karat yellow polished curb chain with
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Louis Comfort Tiffany Topaz and Sapphire Bracelet
By Louis Comfort Tiffany
Located in New Orleans, LA
This extraordinary hinged bangle bracelet exemplifies Louis Comfort Tiffany's mastery of Byzantine
Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold
Louis Rousselet Sapphire and Opaline Earclips
By Louis Rousselet
Located in New York, NY
Charming Louis Rousselet button ear clips of hand made faux sapphire cabocheons and opal flower
Silver Plate, Bronze, Gilt Metal
$3,600
W 0.5 in L 0.5 in
Louis Vuitton Pink Sapphire Diamond 18k Gold Les Eclatantes Craquante Earrings
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Simpsonville, SC
Elegant and refined, these Louis Vuitton earrings epitomize sophistication and craftsmanship. Each
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$19,500
H 1.23 in W 0.71 in D 0.4 in
Signed Louis Vuitton 18K White Gold & Gemstone Spaceman Robot Pendant Necklace
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine Louis Vuitton necklace. In 18 karat white gold. Designed as a spaceman or robot with
Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Louis Comfort Tiffany for Tiffany & Co. Black Opal Brooch
By Louis Comfort Tiffany
Located in New York, NY
sapphires by Tiffany & Co. was designed and created under the direction of Louis Tiffany. It is set with an
Opal, Sapphire, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage Cartier Ronde Louis 2886 Quartz 29mm 18K Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Cartier Ronde Louis 18K yellow gold quartz watch, reference 2886, featuring a cream Roman
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Unavailable
Louis Vuitton Pink Sapphire Empreinte Ring
By Louis Vuitton
Located in London, GB
A stunning 18k white gold ring from the Empreinte collection by Louis Vuitton. The ring features 5
Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable
Louis Feraud Sapphire Blue Silk Velvet Coat
By Louis Feraud
Located in New York, NY
Louis Feraud Dark Sapphire Blue Coat. This coat is of the finest quality and tailoring. Fabric is
Louis Vuitton White Gold Enamel Heart-Shaped Lion Pendant
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Vail, CO
engraved "BE WELL" and set with a single circular-cut sapphire, in 18k white gold, suspended from a square
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bague En or 18 ct de Forme Marquise Ornée D’un Saphir De 3, 80 cts Et Diamants
Located in VERSAILLES, FR
en serti clos. Rare modèle rappelant les bagues du 18ème siècle de type marquise. Louis XV aimait
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Bague en or 18 carats Pompadour ornée de saphirs lune et diamants
Located in VERSAILLES, FR
. En 1745, le roi Louis XV tomba amoureux de la Marquise de Pompadour et l'installa au Château de
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier Vintage Louis Sapphire 55mm Heavy Gold Plated Sunglasses, France
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Cartier "Louis " rounded sunglasses with 2 real sapphires on the side of the frame. Blue
Cartier Vintage Louis Sapphire 55mm Heavy Gold Plated Sunglasses, France
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Cartier "Louis " rounded sunglasses with 2 real sapphires on the side of the frame. Blue
Cartier Vintage Louis Sapphire 57mm Heavy Gold Plated Sunglasses, France
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Cartier "Louis " rounded sunglasses with 2 real sapphires on the side of the frame. Blue
New Vintage Cartier Louis Sapphire 55mm Sunglasses Heavy Gold Plated 18k France
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Cartier "Louis " rounded sunglasses with 2 real sapphires on the side of the frame. Blue
New Vintage Cartier Louis Sapphire 55mm Sunglasses Heavy Gold Plated 18k France
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Cartier "Louis " rounded sunglasses with 2 real sapphires on the side of the frame. Brown (uv
Mint Vintage Cartier Louis Sapphire 55mm Sunglasses Heavy Gold Plated 18k France
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
Cartier "Louis " rounded sunglasses with 2 real sapphires on the side of the frame. Light brown
New Vintage Cartier Louis Sapphire 55mm Green Sunglasses Heavy Gold Plated 18k
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Cartier Sapphire rounded sunglasses. green (uv protection) lenses. Frame is with the famous
New Vintage Cartier Louis Sapphire 55mm Grey Sunglasses Heavy Gold Plated 18k
By Cartier
Located in Baleares, Baleares
New Cartier Sapphire rounded sunglasses. G15 Grey original Cartier (uv protection) lenses. Frame is
Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Pink Sapphire Necklace
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Feasterville, PA
A fabulous limited edition Louis Vuitton necklace of 188 pieces consisting of round brilliant pink
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Louis Vuitton Limited Edition Cherry Sapphire Gold Charm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Feasterville, PA
A limited edition Louis Vuitton charm/pendant with only 200 in existence this fabulous pendant
Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Louis Vuitton Space Man Sapphire Diamond Gold Charm Pendant
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Feasterville, PA
A magnificent authentic Louis Vuitton diamond Spaceman Charm set with a beautiful mix of diamonds
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Louis Comfort Tiffany & Co. Sapphire Brooch
By Louis Comfort Tiffany
Located in New Orleans, LA
Velvet blue sapphires line this exquisite and incredibly rare brooch crafted by the legendary
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Louis Comfort Tiffany Sapphire and Diamond Brooch
By Louis Comfort Tiffany
Located in New Orleans, LA
Crafted by the legendary artist and designer Louis Comfort Tiffany for Tiffany & Co., this
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold
Louis Vuitton Couture Diamond and Pink Sapphire Drop Earrings
By Louis Vuitton
Located in San Antonio, TX
Louis Vuitton Couture Diamond and Pink Sapphire Drop Earrings
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Louis Vuitton Collier Pearl Diamond Sapphire White Gold Necklace
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold "Collier" Pearl Diamond Sapphire Necklace by Louis Vuitton. With 11mm South See
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Louis Vuitton Empreinte White Gold and Pink Sapphire Ring
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A stunning 18k white gold ring from the Empreinte collection by Louis Vuitton. The ring features 5
Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Louis Vuitton Les Luxuriantes Pink Sapphire Diamond White Gold Ring
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Pink Sapphire Les Luxuriantes Flowers Ring by Louis Vuitton. With 307 round
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Louis Vuitton Space Man Sapphire Diamond Gold Charm Pendant with necklace
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Feasterville, PA
A magnificent authentic Louis Vuitton diamond Spaceman Charm set with a beautiful mix of diamonds
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Louis Vuitton Craquantes Pink Sapphire Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Craquantes Diamond Pink Sapphire Necklace by Louis Vuitton. With 172 round brilliant
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Louis Vuitton Be Well Lion Sapphire Enamel White Gold Charm Pendant
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Enamel Sapphire Be Well Charm Pendant by Louis Vuitton. With 1 round sapphire 3mm
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Louis Vuitton Diamond Sapphire Paris 34mm White Gold Ladies Watch Q233E
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Sapphire Paris 34mm Ladies Watch Q233E Wristwatch by Louis Vuitton. This is
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Louis Comfort Tiffany Arts and Crafts Pearl Sapphire and Gold Brooch
By Louis Comfort Tiffany
Located in New York, NY
sapphire by Louis Comfort Tiffany. The brooch centers on a cabochon purple star sapphire with an
Blue Sapphire, Freshwater Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Star Sapphire, 18k Gold
Yogo Sapphire And Gold Necklace By Louis Comfort Tiffany
By Louis Comfort Tiffany
Located in New Orleans, LA
This Yogo sapphire and gold necklace, a masterful creation by Louis Comfort Tiffany, is a
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Louis Comfort Opal Demantoid Garnet and Sapphire Pendant Necklace
By Louis Comfort Tiffany
Located in New York, NY
A black opal demantoid garnet and sapphire pendant brooch set with rectangular cushion-cut black
Garnet, Opal, Sapphire
Louis Vuitton Panda Pendant Necklace
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
Louis Vuitton necklace, finely crafted in 18k white gold with a panda pendant with colorful
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Louis Vuitton Gold Charm Bracelet
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York City, NY
Chic 18K white gold heavy charm bracelet by Louis Vuitton. It features a thick square link design
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold
Louis Vuitton Yellow Gold Charm Bracelet
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Southampton, PA
Boasting an intriguing lock as a clasp, this enchanting 18K yellow gold bracelet from Louis Vuitton
Blue Sapphire, Quartz, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Louis Vuitton Charm Link White Gold Bracelet With Charms
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Charm Large Link Bracelet With Charms By Louis Vuitton. This bracelet comes with
Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Louis Vuitton Takashi Murakami Gold Diamond Panda Pendant Charm
By Louis Vuitton
Located in New York, NY
A masterpiece, very limited edition Takashi Murakami for Louis Vuitton Joaillerie Panda pendant set
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Louis Giusti Vintage 18K Yellow Gold 0.50ct Diamond and Sapphire Feather Ring
Located in Southampton, PA
rows of round brilliant diamonds and round faceted sapphires. The perfect statement ring for a woman
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Louis Comfort Tiffany Black Opal and Enamel Necklace and Bracelet Set
By Louis Comfort Tiffany
Located in New York, NY
Louis Comfort Tiffany played with the unusual light and color effects of black opals, green garnets
Garnet, Opal, Sapphire, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Cartier Tank Louis Small Model 18K Yellow Gold Watch W1529856
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
Sapphire Weight 34.33 g Condition Excellent Other Info Watch Dimensions: Approximatly 21mm x 29mm
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Louis Yellow Gold Watch W1529756
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
- Excellent ____________________________________ Dial Colour White Glass Sapphire Crystal Movement Quartz
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Louis Yellow Gold Watch W1529756
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
- Excellent ____________________________________ Dial Colour White Glass Sapphire Crystal Movement Quartz
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Louis Cartier Large Model W1529756 with Box
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
- Excellent ____________________________________ Dial Colour White Glass Sapphire
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier Tank Louis Cartier Large Model W1529756 with Box
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
- Excellent ____________________________________ Dial Colour White Glass Sapphire Crystal Movement Quartz
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier Tank Louis 18K Yellow Gold Wristwatch W1529856
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
SKU AT-0920 Comes With Box Only Date 2013 Model W1529856 Serial Number 2442******* Metal 18k Yellow Gold Weight 34 g Condition Excellent Other Info Watch dimensions: Approximately 29...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Cartier Tank Louis Small Model 18k Yellow Gold Watch W1529856
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
The Cartier Tank Louis Small Ladies’ Watch was inspired by the classic design that was once worn by
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Louis Vuitton & Takashi Murakami 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Panda Pendant
Located in Geneva, CH
Collection: Very limited edition Takashi Murakami for Louis Vuitton Joaillerie Model reference
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier Tank Louis Small Model 18k Yellow Gold Watch W1529856
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
Brand: Cartier Model: Tank Louis Age: 2010 Gender: Ladies/Unisex Complete With: Dandelion Antiques
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Wiese Neo Medieval Brooch
By Jules & Louis Wiese
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat gold brooch in medieval style set with a cabochon cut star sapphire and two natural
Natural Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier Tank Louis 18K Yellow Gold Watch Small Model W1529856
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
********* Metal 18k Yellow Gold Materials Calfskin Stones Sapphire Weight Approximately 34.22 g Condition
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Louis Small Model 18k Yellow Gold Watch W1529856
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
********** Metal 18k Yellow Gold Stones Sapphire Weight 36.1 g Condition Excellent Other Info Watch Dimensions
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Louis Small Model 18k Yellow Gold Watch W1529856
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
Sapphire Crystal Movement Quartz Water Resistance To Manufacturers Specifications
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Louis Small Model 18k Yellow Gold Watch W1529856
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
- Excellent ____________________________________ Dial Colour White Glass Sapphire
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Louis Small Model 18k Yellow Gold Watch W1529856
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
Sapphire Crystal Movement Quartz Water Resistance To Manufacturers Specifications
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Louis Small Model 18k White Gold Watch W1541056
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
- Excellent ____________________________________ Dial Colour White Glass Sapphire
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Cartier Tank Louis Cartier Large Model W1529756 with Box and Paper
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
Sapphire Crystal Movement Quartz Water Resistance To Manufacturers Specifications
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier Tank Louis Cartier Large Model W1529756 with Box and Paper
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
Sapphire Crystal Movement Quartz Water Resistance To Manufacturers Specifications
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Cartier Tank Louis Small Model 18k Yellow Gold Watch W1529856
By Cartier
Located in Banbury, GB
- Excellent ____________________________________ Dial Colour White Glass Sapphire
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Louis 18k Yellow Gold Watch 27mm x 20mm Quartz
By Cartier
Located in Simpsonville, SC
The Cartier Tank Louis 18k Yellow Gold Watch is a timeless symbol of elegance and sophistication
Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Tank Louis 18 Karat Model 8110 c.1990
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Cartier Tank Louis 18 Karat Yellow Gold Model 8110 c. 1990 Quartz Movement Beautiful and
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid 18K Yellow Gold 10mm Cuban Link Bracelet
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This bold and timeless Cuban link bracelet is crafted in solid 18 karat yellow gold and features a classic 10mm width, offering substantial presence and luxurious weight. Measuring 7...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$600Sale Price|25% Off
Size: S/M
Artisinal Made Blue Fringe Beaded Bralette With Leather Trim & Ribbon Tie Back
By Torso Creations
Located in Gresham, OR
Artisinal made blue Carnival glass beaded fringe bralette is hand made from vintage beaded knit bags from the 1920's . Each cup is trimmed in black kid leather and black studs . Bral...
1993 Vintage Hermès Black Mini Kelly Sellier, GHW
By Hermès
Located in Paris, FR
Vintage HERMES Mini Kelly black box leather in very good condition, with no signs of wear., delivered in its HERMES box. This rare model can be carried by hand or on the shoulder wi...
Vivienne Westwood taupe lace and knitted adjustable bra, ss 1996
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood taupe rib-knit bra with lace trim and drawstring bow fastening Spring-Summer 1996
Italian Retro 18k Gold Wide Bracelet Weight 79gr. Circa 1960
Located in Firenze, IT
The 18k rose gold textured mesh links measuring approximately 3.5cm in width, completed by a hidden tongue-and-groove clasp the bracelet is 18cm. Gross weight: 79 grams.
18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Cuban 99.70 Grams 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Title: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Bracelet Style: Link Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dimension: 8*0.85*0.29IN Weight: 99.7 Grams Condition: Vintage And Estate Product ID: 5J796 Note: Pl...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18ky Heavy Wide Charm Bracelet
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 18ky Heavy Wide Charm Bracelet This luxurious, substantial charm bracelet is a vintage piece from the 1960s, crafted from solid 18-karat yellow gold. The bracelet measures 7...
18k Gold
Art Deco Chinese Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Delicate Art Deco Chinese blue glass earrings set in silver from the 1920's. Screw back fittings with bezel set drops and filigree floral caps. Excellent condition. 2.25" x .5".
Silver
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Green Emerald Cabochon, Ruby and Diamond Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
This is a spectacular and exciting David Webb 18K Yellow Gold gemstone bracelet with diamonds. The gemstones include emeralds, sapphires, and rubies that are further decorated with d...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1997 Gucci by Tom Ford Semi-Sheer Black Extra Long Gown Dress
By Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Baar, CH
Rare 1997 Tom Ford for Gucci dress with original gold-tone "Illusion" hook belt, crafted from thick, body-molding jersey. - From the 1997 Cruise collection. - Comes with original ...
Michael Forrest Honey Brown Crystal Fox Calf length Fur Coat Collar
By Michael Forrest, Michael Forrest New York
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a marvelous fur coat from Michael Forrest. It is made of plush crystal fox with a strip of suede at the hips near the opening of the velvet lined slash pockets. Fully lined i...
New Roberto Cavalli New Beaded Sequins Mini Corset Cocktail Silk Dress It 40
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Roberto Cavalli Beaded Mini Cocktail Dress Designer size 40 - US 4 Corset style, Blue and Black Sequins and Beads at front, 100% Silk, Fully Lined, Back Side Zipper. Measurements...
Ralph Lauren Collection Purple Label Evening Gown with Red Flower S/S 2012 Sz 6
By Ralph Lauren Purple Label
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Ralph Lauren Collection Purple Label - Full length white evening gown with dramatic red flower. Spring/Summer 2012 Size 6 US
$8,900
Size: FR38 - UK10 - US6
Christian Dior by John Galliano Sequin Tulle Top & Flocked Skirt Set, FW 2005
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior by John Galliano two-piece runway ensemble from the Fall-Winter 2005 collection in nude and warm brown tones. The camisole is nude stretch tulle with twin lingerie str...
$5,270
Size: See Measurement in description
ROBERTO CAVALLI F/w 2004 Purple Ruffled Lace-Up Back Dress
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
Composition: 100% Silk Measurements All measurements taken laid flat NOTE: The lace back design makes bust and waist flexible (not limited to the laid-flat measurements) to adjust...
CHRISTIAN DIOR S/s 2004 Floral and Polka Dot Spaghetti Strap Midi Dress
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in 上海市, Xuhui district
Composition: 100% Silk Measurements All measurements taken laid flat - Bust: 17.50" / 45cm - Waist: 14.75" / 37.5 cm - Hips: 18.75" / 50cm - Total Length: 44.5" / 113cm Please...
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.
On 1stDibs, shop the bright blue gems that star in sapphire rings, sapphire necklaces and other vintage and antique sapphire jewelry.
Sapphires — the stone of choice for Napoleon, Princess Diana and Elizabeth Taylor — have been a favorite of aristocrats and the well-to-do since the time of the Ancient Greeks.
Picture a sapphire. If the stone you conjure is a deep cornflower blue, you’re seeing only part of the picture. Although blue Kashmirs are considered the most valuable, sapphires come in every color except red. No matter the hue, this very special gem is rich in history and beloved by royals (FYI, Princess Diana and Kate Middleton share an 11-carat sapphire engagement ring), so September babies are in very noble company.
America’s version of royalty — old money and celebrities — have also shown a predilection for the blue stones. In 1940, John D. Rockefeller Jr. had Cartier mount a 62-carat sapphire he had bought from an Indian maharajah in a brooch for his first wife, Abby Aldrich Rockefeller; in 2001, the piece sold for a then-record of $3,031,000 at Christie’s New York.
The grand dame of jewelry, Elizabeth Taylor had a passion for the gems that her lovers were happy to indulge. Second husband Michael Wilding gave her an engagement ring set with a cabochon sapphire, while Richard Burton famously presented her with a BVLGARI sautoir set with diamonds and sapphires, including at its center a cabochon Burmese weighing 52.72 carats. One of the star lots in the sale of Taylor’s jewels at the Christie’s New York in 2011, it sold for $5,906,500.
You don’t have to have blue blood or a bulging bank account, however, to get an eyeful of this much-coveted gem. A number of outstanding examples reside in public collections.
The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History owns the 423-carat Logan sapphire, a gift from the Guggenheim family, and the Hall sapphire and diamond necklace, designed by Harry Winston and featuring 36 fine, well-matched cushion-cut Sri Lankan sapphires weighing a combined 195 carats. Also in the collection is the Bismarck sapphire necklace, designed by Cartier and sporting a central sapphire weighing 98.6 carats, which Mona Von Bismarck donated to the museum.
Sapphires are composed of corundum. Their color derives from trace elements, such as iron, titanium, chromium, copper or magnesium. When the trace element produces a ruby hue, the stone is called, what else, a ruby. (which is, as mentioned above, why sapphires cannot be red by definition).
The allure of large gemstones endures throughout the periods characterized as vintage, and sapphire features frequently in vintage engagement rings. (On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.)
Find an exquisite collection of vintage and antique sapphire jewelry on 1stDibs.