Antique 18KT Gold Cameo Ring, Classical Male Profile, Circa 1875, UK
Located in Braintree, GB
An antique 18KT gold cameo ring set with a hardstone cameo carved as a classical male profile in warm red-orange tones against a pale ground.
Stone, 18k Gold, Gold
10 Karat Rose Gold Greek Male Warrior Cameo Necklace Antique Victorian
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning 10K Rose Gold Warrior Cameo necklace with stunning scroll work. Has a hidden slide clasp. The chain is 18" end to end. Drop measures 2.06 inches or 52.47 mm x 1.40 inches or...
10k Gold, Rose Gold
$1,495
H 1.74 in W 0.9 in
Red Coral Cameo Enamel Pendant Necklace 14 Karat Gold Boy Male God Victorian
Located in New York, NY
This is an absolutely stunning antique Victorian Coral Cameo Pendant depicting a Boy or God in superb three dimensional form and set in an exquisite acanthus leaf motif engraved sett...
Coral, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
Victorian Micromosaic Cameo Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Cameo shows ancient male profile and could date much earlier than the mount.
14k Gold
Victorian 18KT Gold Agate Cameo & Rose Cut Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Braintree, GB
An elegant 19th-century Victorian bangle bracelet crafted in solid 18KT yellow gold, centred with a finely carved agate cameo depicting a classical male profile, likely inspired by G...
Agate, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Art Deco Pendant Frosted Glass Agate Cameo Marcasite Silver
Located in Munich, Bavaria
In the centre of the glass we see a round two coloured agate cameo of a male head wearing a laurel wreath in profile.
Agate, Marcasite, Silver, Sterling Silver
Late 18th Century 18K Gold Agate Cameo Cicerone Ring, Italy, Unisex
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: late 18th century Dimensions: 26 x 21 mm Ring Size: 8 ¼ Weight: 12,3 gr The ring, from the late 18th century, is composed of an 18-karat yellow gold setting in which an aga...
Agate, 18k Gold
Rare Vintage Cameo Ring w/ Mens Profile in 10kt Rose Gold
Located in Vienna, VA
Rare Vintage Cameo Ring w/ Men’s Profile in 10kt Rose Gold Rare Right Facing Men’s Face Cameo Ring 10K Rose Gold Ring Size: Carved Agate Male Cameo Measuring Apx 23.5 x 17.5mm Meas...
Rose Gold, 10k Gold
18th Century Georgian Shell Cameo Red Gold frame
Located in Toronto, Ontario
A simple and beautifully rendered cameo portrays a male in profile mounted in a hand crafted elegant 18K red gold frame.
18k Gold
Antique Circa 18th Century Agate Cameo Mine Cut Diamonds Sterling
Located in Melbourne, FL
An exquisite agate cameo dating back to circa eighteenth century. The brown and cream colored cameo is a finely crafted picture of a male and female embracing.
Agate, Sterling Silver
Unavailable
Antique Berlin Iron Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These earrings have the mirrored/steel plaques that shows cameos of a male and female on each one with beautiful coiled details.
Berlin Iron
Sold
H 1.54 in W 1.1 in D 0.34 in
Vintage 14k Gold Male Cameo Matte Finish Diamond Crown 4 Photo Locket Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
This outstanding vintage locket pendant is crafted in solid 14k yellow gold and features a well carved cameo in matte finish at its center. The detailed cameo shows a portrait of a m...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Georgian Portrait Cameo Ring in Sardonyx of an African-British Male
Located in Baltimore, MD
This is a spectacular, one of a kind, cameo portrait signet ring collector's item made of sardonyx, a variety of banded onyx and a form of chalcedony quartz of reddish brown. Portra...
18k Gold
Antique Cameo Signet Ring
Located in London, GB
At the centre of the face we find a sizeable oval shaped black onyx which acts as the backdrop to an intricately carved male profile cameo. The gold shank is adorned with ornate scro...
Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Gold-Mounted Pendant Cameo Vinaigrette, Late 18th Century
Located in Firenze, IT
Oval-shaped, the cover set with an agate cameo male portrait bust, the grille a fine floral spray and initial name "B", with suspension ring. 1 in. (25 mm.) long without suspension r...
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold
Sold
H 1.84 in W 1.54 in
Large 18 Karat Gold Carved Agate Male Cameo Brooch Pendant with Tsavorite Halo
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a large and unique vintage pendant or brooch that was crafted from solid 18k yellow gold. The pendant features a magnificent carved agate cameo of a man in a toga with s...
Agate, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Men's Antique Victorian 14k Rosy Yellow Gold Hardstone Male Carved Cameo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Genuine Hardstone - Rectangular Carved Cameo - Prong Set - Reddish Brown Base Color w/ White Carving - 17.30 x 12.6mm (approx.) Material: 14k Rosy Yellow Gold Weight:...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Christian Lacroix Vintage Iconic Roman Heart Medallion Brown Velvet Cuff
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Nice, FR
CHRISTIAN LACROIX vintage rare wide brown velvet cuff bracelet featuring raised and textured CHRISTIAN LACROIX emblems : star medallion, female and male Roman figure cameos, heart. ...
Antique Carved Hardstone and 1.62Ct Diamond Yellow Gold Dress Ring, Circa 1770
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
The oval, shaped setting displays a stunning feature carved hardstone cameo of a male side profile. The principal stone is encompassed with a paralleling border of twenty-four impre...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 9 Carat Gold Hardstone Cameo Ring Depicting Male Head
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Antique Victorian 9 Ct Gold Hardstone Cameo Ring Depicting Male Head Ring Size: UK N 1/2 or US 7 Condition: Good, slightest signs of wear due to age and use Defects: Very slight m...
9k Gold
Archaeological Revival Gold and Shell Cameo Bangle Bracelet
Located in Atlanta, GA
An Archaeological Revival gold and shell cameo bangle bracelet, circa 1880, the center section set with an oval cameo depicting a male figure, measuring approximately 25.0 by 31.0 mm...
18k Gold, Gold
1888 Victorian 15 Carat Rose Gold and Cameo of Greek God Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
A late Victorian period single cameo ring. 15 carat rose gold example. Cameo of male bust. 16mm x 21mm stone. 4.7 grams.
Agate, 15k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Cameo Ring with Classical Male Head in Slight Profile, Yellow Gold
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A finely carved antique cameo ring featuring a classically styled male portrait carved at a slight profile.
Yellow Gold
Victorian 18K gold dogs hunting scene cameo pendant
Located in Versailles, FR
Contrary to most of the antique cameos which showcase a male/female profile, this cameo attracts us by the originality of the theme since it is clearly inspired by the hunting activi...
18k Gold
Edwardian 9 Carat Rose Gold and Hardstone Cameo Solitaire Ring
Located in St Helens, GB
Set with a oval sardonyx stone with male bust cameo. 10.8mm x 14.5mm stone. 3.6 grams.
Rose Gold
$600Sale Price|20% Off
L 18 in
Natural uncut polki diamond choker sterling silver necklace with ruby extension
Located in Delhi, DL
Experience the epitome of luxury and elegance with this exquisite diamond choker, a perfect fusion of traditional artistry and modern sophistication. This choker features a stunning ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver
Thierry Mugler Cocktail Dress with Pleated Fan Peplum
By Thierry Mugler
Located in New York, NY
Amazing Thierry Mugler Cocktail Dress with Pleated Fan Peplum in heavy black silk crepe. Strictly tailored and form fitting with requisite large Mugler shoulder pads and tiny waist. ...
$663,188
W 1.97 in L 14.97 in
Platinum Burmese 25 Ct Ruby No Heat Necklace- His Majesty Qaboos Bin Said Estate
Located in Antwerp, BE
Platinum Burmese 25 Ct Ruby No Heat Necklace to His Majesty Qaboos Bin Said Estate Qaboos bin Said Al Said was Sultan of Oman from 23 July 1970 until his death in 2020 Completely h...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Christian Dior by John Galliano green tweed 3-piece suit, fw 1998
By John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
Christian Dior by John Galliano green tweed 3-piece suit comprising: single breasted blazer jacket with shawl lapel, straight leg pants and knee length pencil skirt. Fall-Winter 1998
Iconic Roberto Cavalli FW 2006 Silk Evening Gown Showstopper
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Berlin, BE
A Roberto Cavalli Masterpiece from 2006 Drenched in the opulence of gilded romance, this Roberto Cavalli silk evening gown is a red-carpet reverie. A symphony of delicate florals, li...
Exceptional 1920's Czech Egyptian Revival Jeweled Mesh Purse
Located in New York, NY
Wonderful, large 1920's Czech Jeweled Mesh Purse of the largest scale and finest quality relined by famed, Art Bag of Madison Ave. NY. Jeweled frame with faux lapis pate de verre mol...
1960s White and Green Beaded Mini Cocktail Dress
By British Crown Colony
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage 1960s Intricate White and Green beaded sequin floral pattern on white lace mini cocktail dress. Dress is lined in silk but sleeve in unlined. Size: best fit size 0/2 or 4 Bu...
Zuhair Murad Couture white silver gold beaded sequin mini wedding backless dress
By Zuhair Murad
Located in Milano, Lombardia
LOVE LALI VINTAGE An incredibly rare dress from Zuhair Murad Haute Couture Fall 2006 This really is a work of art, a tasseled flapper style mini dress. The dress is sheer mesh and i...
Vivienne Westwood Couture red taffeta corset and ballgown skirt, fw 1996
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
▪ Vivienne Westwood evening ensemble ▪ Labelled as a 'SPECIAL ITEM' from Vivienne Westwood's Couture line ▪ Constructed from red taffeta backed with silk organza ▪ Boned corset with...
Vivienne Westwood red checked wool waistcoat with caplet, fw 1988
By Vivienne Westwood
Located in London, GB
Vivienne Westwood red checked wool waistcoat with caplet detachable leather buckle fastenings. Fall-Winter 1988
Ceil Chapman Black Cocktail Dress with Draped Detail Size Small
By Ceil Chapman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This Ceil Chapman cocktail dress is composed of a black silk. The dress features a drape detail at the waist and shawl style draping at the upper back. There is an interior foundatio...
Late Victorian Opal and Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian opal and diamond tiara/necklace, consisting of seven knife-edge gold bars graduating from the centre, each set with two round cabochon-cut opals and an old-cut diamo...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
$5,044 / set
W 0.79 in L 2.56 in
Antique Iberian Day & Night Rose Cut Diamond Herring Chandelier Earrings.
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Antique Iberian (Catalan) Day & Night Rose Cut Diamond Chandelier Earrings. Ca. 1800´s (Spanish Georgian period) A lovely pair of original Georgian earrings set with foiled rose-cut...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian Coral Cameo Bib
Located in Riverdale, NY
Extraordinary coral cameo bib from the late 19th Century. Each cameo is finely carved in high relief and represents young women with flowing flower strewn hair. The frames of each ca...
Coral, 18k Gold
A tutti-frutti Cartier jabot pin
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A tutti-frutti Cartier jabot pin, in the form of a plant, the base with an oval Mughal-style carved emerald set within an old-cut diamond encrusted crescent, the top set with a finel...
Gold, Platinum
$244,501
W 0.75 in L 7.01 in
Cartier French Art Deco Diamond and Platinum Bracelet, 18.70 Carats, Circa 1929
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
A French, Art Deco, Cartier strap bracelet, comprising three, rectangular, flexible, openwork, pavé set diamond panels, each centre has a trap-cut diamond, in a claw setting, flanked...
Diamond, Platinum
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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