Antique 12k Yellow Gold Hardstone Carved Mercury Hermes Cameo Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This antique brooch pendant showcases a finely carved hardstone cameo of Mercury (Hermes), identifiable by the winged motif at the temples. Executed in high relief, the carving prese...
Gold, Yellow Gold
Hermes Mercury Roman God Bloodstone Intaglio Ring Gold Victorian Hand Carved
Located in New York, NY
This is a rare and wonderful antique Belle Epoque, Victorian ring with a beautiful hand carved Intaglio of a Roman Warrior God with a winged helmet, Mercury or Hermes, in Bloodstone....
Quartz, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
Hermes Mercury God Blue Jasper Cameo Intaglio Pendant Necklace Gold Victorian
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a stunning antique Victorian Blue Jasper Cameo Intaglio Pendant or Charm with an image of the God Hermes or Mercury with his fabulous winged helmet and noble face. The ant...
Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hermes Mercury Hardstone Cameo Ring Classic Victorian Agate Gold Deeply Carved
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a superb museum quality Victorian - Belle Epoque deeply carved hardstone Cameo Ring depicting an image of the god Hermes or Mercury in a spectacular high relief carved aga...
Agate, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Antique Mercury or Hermes Stickpin of 10k Gold, Circa 1890
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A refined antique stickpin (circa 1890-1900), crafted in 10 karat gold and featuring the classical profile of Hermes (Mercury). The finely rendered visage reflects the enduring influ...
10k Gold
Roman Carnelian Intaglio God Hermes/Mercury 18 Kt Gold Ring '1st Cent.AD'
Located in Roma, IT
In this 18 kt gold ring an authentic roman intaglio on carnelian ( 1st cent.AD ), depicting God Hermes ( Mercury for Romans ) is set. Mercury/Hermes is a major God in Roman relig...
Carnelian, 22k Gold
Vintage 18K Gold Ancient God Mercury Hermes Charm Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An 18 karat yellow gold Mercury (Hermès to the Greeks) charm pendant. This charm is a design based on the original statue by Italian designer Giovanni da Bologna (1529-1608).
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
H 1.25 in W 0.75 in D 0.5 in
Intaglio Locket Pendant Hermes Mercury Roman God Gold Black Onyx, Victorian
Located in New York, NY
A rare and wonderful antique Belle Epoque, Victorian locket pendant with a beautiful Intaglio of a Roman Warrior God with a winged helmet, Mercury or Hermes, in Black Onyx. The wond...
Onyx, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
Hermes Mercury Citrine Intaglio Ring 18 Karat White Gold Neoclassical Victorian
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a superb museum quality Victorian - Belle Epoque hand carved Citrine Intaglio Ring depicting an image of the god Hermes or Mercury and set in a beautiful and elegant filig...
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
WELLENDORFF necklace with Hermes / Mercury pendant
By Wellendorff
Located in Stuttgart, BW
engraved in rock crystal, on the back Possibility to open, brill. together approx. 0.6 ct FW-WHITE (G-H) / VS-SI, GG 18K, brand emblem with small glasses in WG 18K. 1980s. hallmark '...
Rock Crystal, Gold
Antique French Silver Ring Agate Intaglio of Follower of Dyonysos God of Wine
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This substantial silver ring holds an intaglio of a follower of the greek god Dyonisos, the god of wine dance and fertility. The dancing little boy holds a bunch of grapes in his in ...
Agate, Silver
Yellow Gold Banged Agate Art Deco Greek god Hermes Men's Ring 14k MythologyCameo
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 1/2 Sizing Fee: Up 2 1/2 sizes for $60 or Down 1/2 a size for $40 Design: Greek god Hermes Era: Art Deco Date: 1920s - 1930s Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Informat...
Ancient Greek Coin Beaded Necklace 22 Carat Yellow Gold and Blue Lapis Lazuli
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Ancient-style Greek Coin Beaded Necklace in 22 Carat Yellow Gold and Blue Lapis Lazuli with godess Dimitra. A one-of-a-kind classic necklace timeless and authentic a family treasure!...
Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
Ancient Roman Apollo Intaglio gold ring
Located in York, GB
An extraordinary quality and rare Ancient Roman Carved Carnelian Intaglio, Circa 2nd - 3rd century A.D. Depicting a youthful crowned God Apollo, leaning on a column, holding an...
Carnelian, Gold
A Roman gold ring set with a red jasper intaglio. Bust of Mercury.
Located in London, GB
Intaglio 9 x 11 mm Ring size UK S / US 9 / EU ≈ 60 / Japan 19 – weight 7.53 g. Roman art, 1st-2nd century A.D. The gold ring with a rounded oval bezel set with a red jasper intaglio...
Jasper, Gold
Roman Warrior Goddess Jade Intaglio Pendant Fob Necklace 14K Gold Victorian
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a stunning antique Victorian Hand Carved Jade Hard Stone Intaglio Swivel Fob Pendant Necklace or Charm with an image of a Roman or Greek Goddess Warrior and set in a 14 Ka...
Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Roman Ring with Nicolo Intaglio of Minerva 1st Century AD
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: 1st – 2nd century A.D. Top size: 14,5 mm Ring size: 7 Weight: 5,2 gr The intaglio, dated to the Roman era of the 1st century AD, features an engraved depiction of Minerv...
Agate, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
A Roman Gnostic Intaglio In Agate 3rd Century AD Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
A very interesting gnostic intaglio made on a dark grey mottled agate. The front shows two snakes whose tails seem to turn into rods(?) which are then held in the mouths of the oppos...
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Carnelian Intaglio Ring, Louis VIII
Located in New York, NY
Antique Carnelian Intaglio Ring from the mid to late 19th Century. Intricately and finely carved seal of a Louis VIII profile within a gold bezel and an Arts and Crafts sterling silv...
Carnelian, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Antique Roman Agate Intaglio Ring 18 Karat Gold Symbol of Fortune and Good Luck
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This 18 karat gold ring is set with a deep brown agate intaglio. The roman intaglio dates from the second / third century AC and depicts a hand holding a oar, a poppy and one other f...
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold
14K Gold Bloodstone Edwardian Intaglio Signet Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This 14k gold Edwardian intaglio signet ring contains an esoteric image—a unique family crest with mysterious imagery. Carved into bloodstone, a striped shield sits on a diagonal, wi...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Greek Mythology Cameo 18K Gold Pendant Necklace Lapis Lazuli
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Magnificient, extremely rare double-sided carved lapis lazuli cameo pendant. The exquisite carving is mounted in a fine 18K gold frame that is decorated with chiselled acanthus leave...
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
$895
H 0.79 in W 0.71 in D 0.16 in
Neptune Arising from the Sea with Horses Cameo Pendant Necklace Gold VIctorian
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a stunning antique Victorian Cameo Pendant with an image of the God Neptune or Poseidon rising out of the sea with a maiden on horseback set in 12-14 Karat gold. Leading ...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ancient 22k Gold Roman Jasper Intaglio Signet Ring, 2nd Century Italy
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: 2nd century Dimensions: 9 x 13 mm Ring Size: 7 Weight: 8,30 gr The intaglio of the second century of Roman production, depicts the profile of a male figure wearing a radiate...
Jasper, Gold, 22k Gold
Antique Mars Ares Ring Intaglio Red Onyx solid 18K Gold ØUS 6.75 / 16.3 gr
Located in SE
Signet Intaglio Ring in solid 18K Orange / Rose / Red Gold with bezel set fine intaglio on Red Onyx depicting Greek Ares (Roman Mars ) - God of War and also an agricultural guardian....
Onyx, 18k Gold
$1,440Sale Price|20% Off
Antique 14K Yellow Gold Hardstone Cameo Lady Ring, Size 6
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This lovely ring started life as a stick pin but I changed it into a lovely ring. This portrait of a lady is carved on top this hardstone and a nice everyday ring. The size is six ...
Onyx, 14k Gold
“Antique 14k Gold Tremblant Brooch with 2.60ct Diamonds, Moscow 1890”
Located in Cairo, EG
Antique 14k gold brooch on tremblant designe with old mine cut diamonds H colour white vs clearity and estimate diamond weight of 2.60 carats brooch was made in moscow 1890.c diring ...
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful stretch silk leopard print dress from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice has adjustable straps, functional and adjustable side lacing through to the hips plus rows of top st...
Birthstone July Ruby Gold Bead Necklace, Handcrafted Fine Jewelry
Located in Westport, CT
A full strand of ruby with one cluster of 18K gold beads off center. The green agate at the clasp is a small surprise, you notice it when you put the necklace on. Ruby, 2mm x 3mm (I...
Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$4,500
W 1 in D 0.63 in L 1.69 in
Antique Edwardian Diamond Opal Ruby 14K Yellow Gold Articulated Turtle Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Fine Antique Edwardian diamond, opal, ruby 14K yellow gold and silver topped gold fully articulated turtle brooch Early 20th Century Superb quality fully articulated, with moveable h...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,400
W 1.07 in D 0.32 in L 1.78 in
Antique Russian Locket Pendant natural Ruby Demantoid solid 14K Gold / 10gr
Located in SE
Antique Pendant / Locket in solid 14K Yellow Gold decorated with engraved floral ornament and natural Rubies and Demantoid Garnets. Removable bezels with original glass inserts ins...
Garnet, Ruby, 14k Gold
Art Deco Aquamarine Old Mine Diamond Ring 18 Karat White Gold Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning antique Art Deco 2.6 Carat Aquamarine and Old Mine Cut Diamond Ring in an 18 Karat White Gold filigree open work setting of great beauty. The Engagement Ring, Wed...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Platinum, 1960s Cushion Cut Aquamarine & Calibrated Ruby Cocktail Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Aquamarine Cocktail Ring Platinum Tested Circa 1960s Step into a world of elegance with this fabulous vintage cocktail ring from the 1960s. At its heart lies a mesmerisin...
Aquamarine, Ruby, Platinum
Renaissance Enamel Winged Cherub Pendant of 22ct Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
Antique Renaissance Era Winged Cherub Pendant: This exquisite 16th-century pendant, featuring a 22ct gold winged cherub adorned in vibrant enamel, was once treasured by Viennese busi...
14k Gold, 22k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
Cartier Louis Cartier Classic Tank, Ladies Bracelet Wrist Watch
By Cartier
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1990s Cartier, Louis Cartier, Classic Tank Wrist Watch, 24 X 18 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece case, quartz movement, white dial with Black Roman numerals, Sapphire crown. 1/2 in...
18k Gold
$1,500
Size: USA 6 fits like a USA 4
MANDALAY Vintage Boned Corset Delicate Mini Dress Mauve Dusty Pink
By Mandalay
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Mandalay Vintage Dusty mauve nude pink Ethereal Hard boning all the way around Great for wedding/bridal Size USA 6 but fits like a 4 Excellent Condition so so so amazing final sale
DANES Vintage Black Silk Extra Long Evening Gown Maxi Dress
Located in Leonardo, NJ
DANES Vintage Black 100% silk Extra long Pullover Sheer mesh back Size USA 8 NWT's, Pristine Measurements in inches laying flat: length 66, pit to pit 16 to 18, smallest of waist up ...
Art Deco Faux Pearl Tiara
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Art Deco Faux Pearl and paste tiara from the 1920's. Paste elements with pearls are attached to a rhodium band and is hinged so that it can expand with wearer. Interior band ...
$3,324Sale Price / item|20% Off
6.53 Carat Emerald Sapphire and Diamond Statement Cocktail Ring 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This statement ring features 6.53 Carat of vivid emerald cut emerald at the center, secured in a four prong 14k yellow gold setting. The emerald is framed by a halo of 0.31 carat rou...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Black satin evening slip dress CHRISTIAN DIOR
By MARIA GRAZIA CHIURI, Christian Dior
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black satin evening slip dress with silk chiffon lining. The black chiffon lining is visible on the top edge and bottom edge. Invisible zip on the left side + hook&eye. SIZE 38/40 (...
Georgian 18K Gold Hercules and Omphale Tassie Intaglio Ring
Located in Venice, CA
This 18k gold ring features an intaglio attributed to James Tassie, circa 1760-1780. The deep, red cast glass intaglio is embossed with an image of Hercules and Omphale, standing in ...
18k Gold
$2,295
Size: Small - Medium
Christian Dior John Galliano Fall 2001 Black White Novelty Domino Print Cami Top
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in San Diego, CA
Collectible CHRISTIAN DIOR by JOHN GALLIANO Fall 2001 runway vintage black and white novelty print playing cards and domino semi sheer mesh camisole top! Kris Jenner ( Mother of Kim ...
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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