Maz Shell Gold Earrings
$4,500
Maz Shell Gold Earrings
By Maz
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 14k gold earrings with shell top. Measure 30mm x 25mm. Marked MAZ 14k.
20th Century American More Earrings
Gold
$4,500
Maz Shell Gold Earrings
By Maz
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 14k gold earrings with shell top. Measure 30mm x 25mm. Marked MAZ 14k.
Gold
Maz Yellow Gold Turquoise Turbo Shell Earrings
By Maz
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 14k yellow gold shell earrings by Maz, with turquoise cabochons.
Turquoise, Yellow Gold
MAZ 14K Gold Carved Conch Shell Pink Tourmaline Earrings
By Maz
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of sculptural earrings by MAZ, crafted in 14 karat yellow gold and dating to the 1970s.
Tourmaline, 14k Gold
MAZ 14K Gold Turbo Shell and Emerald Modernist Earrings, c.1970s
By Maz
Located in Miami, FL
Bold and sculptural modernist earrings by the American maker MAZ, crafted in 14K yellow gold and designed with dramatic carved turbo shell forms.
Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
MAZ American 14K Gold Conch Shell, Mabe Pearl &Gemstone Modernist Clip Earrings
By Maz
Located in Miami, FL
Sculptural modernist clip earrings by the American maker MAZ, crafted in 14K yellow gold and designed with dramatic conch shell forms.
Citrine, Pearl, Peridot, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rare Purple Sea Urchin Shell 14K Yellow Gold Amethyst Statement Earrings by MAZ
By Maz
Located in New York, NY
Rare, striking, large purple sea urchin shell, 14K gold and oval faceted cut amethyst earrings by MAZ 20th Century The sea urchin shell with lovely ombre color variation, deeper purp...
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Maz Shell Earrings
By Maz
Located in Saint Louis, MO
Beautiful wearable MAZ shell earrings with pearl accents
14k Gold
Unavailable
MAZ Shell and Emerald Earrings
By Maz
Located in Atlanta, GA
Simply classic. Glowing white natural shells are finished with cabochon emeralds and yellow gold bezels. Easy to wear and a wonderful flattering shape. 1 inch in size.
Emerald, 14k Gold
Unavailable
Maz Shell and Peridot Earrings
By Maz
Located in Atlanta, GA
This beautiful pair of shells have dramatic pattern and color accented with bright faceted peridots. 1 1/8 inches in size. Simply Chic!!!!!
Peridot, 14k Gold
Unavailable
Maz Natural Shell and Tourmaline Earrings
By Maz
Located in Atlanta, GA
Natural shell earrings are a great addition to any earring collection.
Tourmaline, 14k Gold
Unavailable
Contemporary MAZ Topaz and Shell Earrings
By Maz
Located in Dubai, DU
These undulating 14KT earrings are one of the fun pieces we’ve had the pleasure of acquiring. Taking an artful twist on the oceanic motif. Set with quatrefoil of heart-shaped blue to...
Topaz, 14k Gold
18 Karat MAZ Shell Multigem Emerald Ruby Sapphire Yellow Gold Clip on Earrings
By Maz
Located in Birmingham, GB
A pair of 18 karat yellow gold, Shell, and multi-gem clip-on earrings with clip back fittings, from MAZ.
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Maz Natural Sea Shell and Blue Topaz Earrings in 14 Karat Yellow Gold Mounts
By Maz
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Natural sea shell earrings each bezel set with four faceted round blue topaz mounted in 14kt yellow gold with clip and post backs. Light weight and very comfortable to wear. Signed .
Topaz, 14k Gold
MAZ 14 Karat Yellow Gold Sapphire Ruby Emerald Shell Clip-On Earrings
By The Mazza Company
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Mazza white shell earrings in 14 karat yellow gold with cabochon cut rubies, sapphires, and emeralds. Clip-on backs. Length, 27.5mm Width, 27mm Depth, 21mm Weight, 29.4 grams
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
MAZ Shell Earrings with Gold Rope
By Maz
Located in Bethesda, MD
Natural shell clip-on earring • Designer: MAZ • Metal: 14 karat gold • Circa: 21st Century • Size: 1 inch • Packaging: Pampillonia presentation box • Condition: Excellent
14k Gold
MAZ Shell Citrine Gold Earrings
By Maz
Located in Darnestown, MD
Playful shell earrings centered with citrines. The coil of each shell terminates in a different direction to give a bit of whimsy.
Citrine, 14k Gold
MAZ Gold and Genuine Shell Earrings
By Maz
Located in Darnestown, MD
Charming and playful gold shell earrings from which four actual shells are suspended. The gold shell has a hammered finish. The middle shell has a pearl above it and inserted in its ...
Gold, 14k Gold
Large MAZ 14kt Yellow Gold and Citrine Shell Earrings
By Maz
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold MAZ Shell and Citrine Earrings. The turbo shell set with 7 small cabochon and gold florettes.
Citrine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Maz Large Gold Gemstone and Turbo Shell Earrings
By Maz
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Maz Turbo Shell Earrings, measuring 1 1/4 inches in length X 7/8 inch wide, 14K Yellow Gold backed and also having bezel set Cabochon Emeralds and further decorated with G...
Emerald, 14k Gold
MAZ Chic Shell Ear Clips
By Maz
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Yellow Gold and Shell Ear Clips by Maz, set at each end with a Cabachon Hematite, Omega Clip Backs.
14k Gold
Maz Aquamarine Turbo Shell Clip On Earrings in 14K Gold
By Maz
Located in Fairfield, CT
Maz Aquamarine Turbo Shell Clip On Earrings in 14K Gold The Maz Aquamarine Turbo Shell Earrings bring a playful and beachy vibe to any look, blending elegance with a sense of fun.
Aquamarine, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold MAZ Shell and Amethyst Earrings
By Maz
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold MAZ Shell and Amethyst Earrings. The turbo shell set with 8 small round cabochon cut amethyst and decorated with twist wire and gold studs.
Vintage MAZ Turquoise Shell 14k Gold Clip-On Earrings
By Maz
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage retro Shell Motif gold rap design clip-on earrings for all sea lovers!
Turquoise, 14k Gold
Maz Shell Yellow Gold Ear Clips
By Maz
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Classic Shell and 14K Yellow Gold ear Clips by Maz. Measuring 1 inch in length.
14k Gold
Vintage MAZ 14K Gold Jumbo Shell and Turquoise Cabochon Earrings
By Maz
Located in Miami, FL
There’s a real ease to this pair—the kind of piece that doesn’t try too hard but still holds attention. MAZ had a way of working with volume without making things feel heavy, and you...
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
MAZ Shell and Aquamarine Earrings in 14K Yellow Gold, Signed Vintage
By Maz
Located in Miami, FL
A dazzling blend of organic beauty and coastal elegance, these rare vintage earrings by MAZ are a striking example of the brand’s iconic shell jewelry.
Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Shell Diamond Earrings
By Maz
Located in Miami, FL
These distinctive 18k yellow gold and diamond shell earrings feature a hammered texture and six round brilliant cut diamonds with a total estimated weight of .15 carats, G-H color, V...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Maz Turquoise Gold Studded Shell Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A new twist. Shell Earrings set in 14t Yellow Gold and bezel set with Cabochon Turquoise Stones. Left Ear - the Shell goes up, while the Right Ear is oriented with the Shell going ...
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Carnellian set Shell Ear Clips by Mazza
By Maz
Located in Chicago, IL
Elegant 14K yellow gold and Shell Ear Clips by Mazza, set with Red Carnellian stones.
14k Gold
MAZ Gold and Genuine Shell Earrings
By Maz
Located in Darnestown, MD
Charming and playful gold shell earrings from which four actual shells are suspended. The gold shell has a hammered finish. The middle shell has a pearl above it and inserted in its ...
Gold, 14k Gold
Maz Gold, Shell and Pearl Earrings
By Maz
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 14 karat yellow gold, shell and pearl earclips, Maz. Each earclip designed as an iridescent white turbo shell applied around the spiral with ropework wire, three (3) bezel...
Pearl, Gold
Maz Shell Pearl Gold Earrings, circa 1980s
By Maz
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1980s, 14k, MAZ, American. These chic earrings by MAZ have an organic stylish vibe.
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage MAZ 14K Gold Shell Earrings with Turquoise Cabochons
By Maz
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of vintage earrings by MAZ, crafted in 14K yellow gold and designed in a sculptural shell form.
Turquoise
Maz Shell Ruby Sapphire Emerald 14-Karat Gold Earrings
By Maz
Located in Miami, FL
14k gold earrings by MAZ, featuring shell top, decorated with Emeralds, Rubies and Sapphires, These estate earrings of vivacious aesthetic comprise a pair of immaculately carved mot...
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire
Vintage MAZ Clip Earrings with Coral and Conch Shell in 14K Gold
By Maz
Located in Miami, FL
Style: Organic Modernist / Nautical Chic Period: Circa 1980s Origin: USA Materials: 14K Yellow Gold, Natural Conch Shell, Italian Coral Stones: Italian Coral, 8.00 carats total weigh...
Coral, 14k Gold
Pair of Shell, Emerald and Gold Earrings
By Maz
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 14 karat yellow gold, shell and emerald earrings. Maz. Circa 1970. Each set with a white turbo shell, studded with cabochon emeralds and fluted gold beads, enhanced by gold...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mother of Pearl Shell Clip On Earrings
By Maz
Located in Miami, FL
These nature inspired mother of pearl shell earrings are perfectly sculpted and will make you want to hear the ocean. Carefully manufactured in 18 karat yellow gold, these beauties w...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Maz Shell Coral Gold Earrings
By Maz
Located in Lambertville, NJ
18k gold earrings by Maz, featuring shell top with coral cabochons.
Coral, 18k Gold
Maz Shell Coral Gold Earrings
By Maz
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Pair of 14k gold shell earrings by Maz, decorated with corals. Earrings are 25mm x 18mm, weigh 14.1 grams.
Coral, 14k Gold
Maz Shell Turquoise Gold Earrings
By Maz
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Pair of 14k yellow gold earrings by Maz, set with shell and turquoise. Earrings are 25mm x 18mm, weigh 14.6 grams.
Turquoise, 14k Gold
Maz Shell Aquamarine Gold Earrings
By Maz
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Pair of 14k gold earrings, set with shell and aquamarine cabochons, crafted by Maz.
Aquamarine, 14k Gold
Maz Citrine Gold Shell Earrings
By Maz
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A pair of large 14k yellow gold earrings, crafted by Maz, decorated with shell tops and citrines in the center.
Citrine, 14k Gold
Maz Blue Topaz Gold Shell Earrings
By Maz
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A pair of 14k yellow gold shell earrings set with blue topaz. Crafted by Maz, the earrings measure 28mm x 24mm and weigh 21.7 grams.
Topaz, 14k Gold
Maz Gold Green Tourmalines Shell Earrings
By Maz
Located in Lambertville, NJ
14K Yellow Gold Gemstones: Green Tourmalines - 5.6mm Is Diameter. Shell Measurements: Earrings Are 29mm X 25mm (Inch=25mm) Marked/Tested: Maz,14K.
Maz Classic Turbo Shell and Ruby Earrings
By Maz
Located in Atlanta, GA
Maz is famous for there beautiful natural shell earrings.
Ruby, 14k Gold
14k, Shell and Cultured Pearl Earrings
By Maz
Located in Houston, TX
14k Yellow Gold, Mother of Pearl Shell and bezel set Cultured Pearl Earrings
Cultured Pearl
Impressive Maz Shell Coral Pearl Gold Earrings
Located in Lambertville, NJ
14k gold earrings by MAZ, featuring shell top, decorated with pearls and coral.
Coral, Pearl, 14k Gold
Maz Shell Amethyst Gold Earrings
By Maz
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Maz shell and 14k gold earrings with amethyst cabochons.
Amethyst, 14k Gold
Maz Shell Coral Gold Earrings
By Maz
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Pair of 14k yellow gold shell earrings, adorned with coral, designed by MAZ.
Coral, 14k Gold
MAZ Shell and Coral Earrings
By Maz
Located in Saint Louis, MO
A pair of 14kt yellow gold coral and shell earrings by Maz. Each earrings features a vezel set coral on a cone shell attatched to an omega earring back.
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
MAZ Shell and Amethyst Earrings
By Maz
Located in Atlanta, GA
MAZ has selected a pair of uniquely colored shells and decorated them with cabochon amethyst and whimsical gold accents.
Amethyst, 14k Gold
Maz White Shell and Turquoise Earrings
By Maz
Located in Atlanta, GA
This pair of Maz earrings feature beautiful turquoise. Approximately 1 1/8 inches in size.
Turquoise, 14k Gold
MAZ Natural Shell and Turquoise Earrings
By Maz
Located in Atlanta, GA
MAZ is famous for there beautiful shell earrings.
Turquoise, 14k Gold
Dramatic Maz Shell and Amethyst Earrings
By Maz
Located in Atlanta, GA
MAZ has selected a beautiful pair of colored shells and decorated them with bright cabochon amethyst and whimsical gold accents. 1 1/8 inches in size
Amethyst, 14k Gold
Maz Shell Mabé Pearl 14 Carat Gold Earrings
By Maz
Located in ALTRINCHAM, GB
Classic shell and Mabé pearl 14ct gold clip on earrings by MAZ; these earrings are formed of "Oil on Water" coloured natural shell, Mabé pearls and gold cross wires.
Pearl, 14k Gold
MAZ 14 Karat Yellow Gold Turbo Shell and Emerald Earrings
By Maz
Located in Nashua, NH
MAZ 14K Yellow Gold Turbo Shell and Emerald Earrings.
Emerald, 14k Gold
MAZ Mother-of-Pearl Turquoise Gold Turbo Shell Earclips
By Maz
Located in Vail, CO
Turbo shell earclips in mother-of-pearl and 14k yellow gold with cabochon-cut turquoise caps, signed MAZ. Omega-style clip backs with posts. 1" length and 0.6" width.
Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mazza Bros. Turbo Shell Earrings
By Maz
Located in Atlanta, GA
In the tradition of Seaman Schepps and Trianon Maz uses a natural shell and adds citrine and peridot accents to create this chic wearable earring. 1 inch in size
Citrine, Peridot, 14k Gold
MAZZA Gold and Colored Shell Earrings
By Maz
Located in New York, NY
Colored Stone Shell and 14KT Yellow Gold Earrings
Mazza Bros. Turbo Shell and Turquoise Earrings
By Maz
Located in Atlanta, GA
In the tradition of Seaman Schepps and Trianon Maz uses a natural shell adds turquoise accents to create this chic wearable earring.
Turquoise, 14k Gold
Marvelous Maz Zouhairi Turbo Shell Ruby Earrings
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Transposing her love of nature: shells, leaves, animals, into fine jewelry for discriminating buyers, has made Maz such a popular designer.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
New Gucci Flora Bamboo Runway Pumps Heels Sz 6.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Brand New Gucci Flora Heels Size: 6.5 Beautiful Iconic Canvas Flora Pattern Bamboo & Gold Hardware Leather Insole Wood Heel Heel Height 3" With Box
18k Yellow Gold Hoop Earrings by Tiffany & Co., circa 2002
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These striking and remarkable hoop earrings by Tiffany & Co. showcase the brand’s timeless elegance and impeccable craftsmanship. Crafted in luxurious 18K yellow gold, these earr...
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
HERMES black Swift & Tuffetage corduroy BIRKIN 30 COTE-A-COTE Bag
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Birkin 30 Côté-a-Côté in black corduroy with Veau Swift leather trim and gussets. Features palladium plated hardware and cleaning brush for corduroy. Brand new ...
CHRISTIAN DIOR burgundy CROCODILE LADY DIOR MEDIUM Tote Bag
By Christian Dior
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Christian Dior Medium Lady Dior bag is crafted in glossy burgundy crocodile leather with a luxurious sheen. The structured silhouette is accented with two hard to...
Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby and Diamond Drop Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby and Diamond Drop Earrings These glamorous earrings by Van Cleef & Arpels exude timeless sophistication. Featuring rich cabochon rubies framed by dazz...
Diamond, Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
$750 / item
W 0.79 in L 1.19 in
Oval Blue Sapphire Cabs 14k Yellow Gold Pear Shape Baroque Pearls Stud Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
These elegant and handmade earrings have 2 Oval Blue Sapphire cabs measuring 8 x 10 mm set in a 14 Kt yellow gold bezel with 3 small round pearls of 4mm on 3 sides at the top to whi...
Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chanel Black Quilted Timeless Clutch
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
- Black - Signature interlocking CC logo - Silver-tone hardware - Diamond quilted lambskin leather - Top bar and kiss lock - Main compartment - Internal zip fastening compartment P...
$13,052
H 0.87 in W 0.87 in Dm 0.87 in
Chanel 1989 Montre Mademoiselle 16 cm Yellow Gold Pearls bracelet Watch M
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Mademoiselle model watch, square yellow gold case, quartz movement, white background with Roman numeral indexes, crown with a small half pearl, yellow gold and pearl bracelet,...
Pearl, Yellow Gold
Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. Red Enamel Gold Earrings
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18k yellow gold classic earrings, designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co, adorned with red enamel top. The earrings measure 0.75" in diameter. Marked: Tiffany & Co, S...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
David Webb Turquoise Diamond Platinum Wrap Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous David Webb platinum wrap coil ring with two turquoise cabochons (measuring 15mm x 10mm and 20mm x 13.5mm), surrounded with a total of approx. 7.00ctw H-SI1 diamonds. Ring si...
Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum
VAN CEEF & ARPELS Magic Alhambra MOP Onyx 6 Motif Yellow Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels necklace from the iconic Magic Alhambra collection features a 6-motif design of beaded clovers crafted in 18k yellow gold and set with Mother-of-Pea...
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
77.20 Carat Old European Cut Diamond Riviera Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in silver over gold with 46 Old European cut Diamonds weighing a total of 77.20 carats; the center Diamond weighing 5.77 carats. 18 3/4 inches long
Diamond, Gold, Silver
$27,500
W 0.88 in D 0.88 in L 6.75 in
Rare Substantial Seaman Schepps 18K Yellow Gold Pyramid Bracelet
By Seaman Schepps
Located in New York, NY
Impressive Seaman Schepps 18K yellow gold Pyramid bracelet 20th Century Provenance: Estate of a prominent New York socialite This rare, stunning bracelet is a technological marvel- ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$16,480Sale Price|20% Off
L 0.79 in
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli And Turquoise Clip On Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
These David Webb Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings are a stunning display of bold design and fine craftsmanship. Measuring 1 inch in length, each earring features an oval c...
Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Hermes pink CIRQUE MOLIER 140 Scarf silk Mousseline
By Hermès
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Hermès Cirque Molier 140 scarf in dusty pin silk (100%) with details in light rose, pale petrol, white, beige, light brow, light grey, grey and olive green. Has been w...
Barbie Fashion Model / Gold Label / "The Interview"
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Barbie Fashion Model / Gold Label / "The Interview". Genuine Silkstone Body. 10400 copies worldwide.
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.
In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.
Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.
Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef & Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.
While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.