Alex Sepkus 18K Yellow Gold “Flora” Milky Sapphire 38" Necklace
By Alex Sepkus
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
The Alex Sepkus 18K Yellow Gold “Flora” Milky Sapphire Beaded 38-Inch Necklace is an expression of organic design, color, and craftsmanship.
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold 0.60ct Diamond and Milky Blue Sapphire Cocktail Ring
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Mid-century in spirit, this 14k white gold ring embraces movement and volume over strict geometry. A 7.20-carat milky blue sapphire cabochon is at its center. Double scroll motifs cu...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Ray Fish White Diamond Blue Sapphire Milky Quartz 18Kt Gold Ring Made in Italy
By Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
Ray Fish White Diamond Blue Sapphire Milky Quartz 18Kt Gold Ring Made in Italy A Ray fish ring roll on the finger with a milky effect made by the quartz hand cut.
White Diamond, Quartz, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Style Milky Aquamarine Rose-Cut Diamond Insect 14K Gold Silver Brooch
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
An exceptional and highly collectible vintage naturalistic statement brooch depicting a magnificent insect (cicada, bee, or fly), beautifully. Masterfully handcrafted with a solid 14...
Diamond, Ruby, Aquamarine, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Leto Lama Colombian Emerald Sapphires Diamonds Dome Ring 18 Ct
Located in London, GB
A richly textured gold surface holds an abundant constellation of Colombian and Zambian emeralds, blue, purple and pink sapphires—including a milky oval sapphire from Vietnam—alongsi...
Sapphire, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Emerald, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau 1911 Star Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Unisex Griffon Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a round shaped sapphire cabochon - milky purple in color and displaying a six rayed asterism Weighing approximately 4.16 carat total - flush set in a highly rendered groove...
Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 18K White Gold Blue Sapphire Diamond Mother-of-Pearl Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, US
We love how the Art Deco geometric patterns combine with the Blue Sapphires, Diamonds and iridescent mother-of-pearl, reminding us of the starry sky, constellations and the Milky Way.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Christian Dior Vintage 1964 Rare Blue Sapphire Wreath Water Drop Openwork Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1964 Unisex Sapphire Milky Blue Circle Cabochon Wreath Flower Water Tear Drop Crystals Openwork Exquisite Elegant Modernist Brooch, Gold Plated Very good cond...
Gold Plate
Enamel Blue Sapphire Diamond and Gold Peacock Pendant Necklace
Located in London, Stockholm
In this example, the bird's body consists of gorgeous, smooth, milky sapphire briolettes which are hung in a large cluster.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Unavailable
W 2.25 in D 0.33 in L 2.063 in
A Silver Cross Pendant set with Milky Aquamarine & an Unheated Pink Sapphire.
By Kary Adam
Located in Seattle, WA
Milky Aquamarine Cabochons total 32.8 Carats, The Natural Sapphire is 1.55 Carats.
Aquamarine, Pink Sapphire, Silver
18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring Chocolate Sapphire and Diamond SUNEERA
By Suneera Jewelry
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Generally, an inclusion might be considered an undesirable trait in a gem. In Chocolate Sapphire, however, these inclusions provide a silky texture to the jewel, lending it the appea...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.2 Carat Blue Sapphire Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Galaxy Pendant by D&A
By D and A Style
Located in Singapore, SG
You could wear this pendant both sides - on the first side there are diamonds and blue sapphires - as a Milky way pattern, and on the second side there are many cute stars.
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, W...
3.78ct Ready to Ship Hayden 14kt Ombre Blue Sapphire Hidden Halo Oval Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Discover the charm of individuality with our unique milky ombre sapphire ring, featuring a hidden halo and distinctive talon prongs.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
A Rose Gold Plated Silver Seahorse Brooch/Pendant
By Kary Adam
Located in Seattle, WA
A Rose Gold Plated, Silver Seahorse Brooch/Pendant set with a milky Aquamarine Cabochon, Tsavorite, Sapphire, & Tourmaline.
Aquamarine, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, Tsavorite, Gold Plate, Rose Gold,...
Faye Kim Sapphire Imperial Topaz Bezel Set Hinge Earrings
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Clean lines, soft colors, and contrasting textures come together to create a unique pair of earrings that will transcend time and fashion styles. Rose Cut Milky Sapphires have multi...
Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold
“Flora” Milky Blue Sapphire Beaded Necklace
By Alex Sepkus
Located in Dallas, TX
This Milky Blue Sapphire and 18k Gold beaded necklace comes from Sepkus’ “Flora” collection.
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique 3 Carat Star Sapphire Diamond Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Authentic beautiful Victorian piece from 1890s features in the middle a wonderful Milky Natural Star Sapphire weighing 3 carats, it is surrounded by a double halo of sparkling Diamon...
Diamond, Sapphire, Star Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver
Sold
W 1.82 in L 1.82 in
Christian Dior Vintage 1964 Sapphire Wreath Water Drop Crystals Openwork Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1964 Sapphire Milky Blue Cabochon Wreath Flower Water Drop Crystals Openwork Exquisite Brooch, Gold Plated Very good condition. 100% genuine.
Gold Plate
Sold
W 1.82 in L 1.82 in
Christian Dior Vintage 1964 Sapphire Wreath Water Drop Crystals Openwork Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1964 Sapphire Milky Blue Cabochon Wreath Flower Water Drop Crystals Openwork Exquisite Brooch, Gold Plated Very good condition. 100% genuine.
Gold Plate
Sold
W 1.82 in L 1.82 in
Christian Dior Vintage 1964 Wreath Water Drop Crystals Sapphire Openwork Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1964 Unisex Sapphire Milky Blue Circle Cabochon Wreath Flower Water Tear Drop Crystals Openwork Exquisite Elegant Modernist Brooch, Gold Plated Very good cond...
Gold Plate
Sold
W 1.82 in L 1.82 in
Christian Dior Vintage 1964 Sapphire Wreath Water Drop Crystals Openwork Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1964 Unisex Sapphire Milky Blue Circle Cabochon Wreath Flower Water Tear Drop Crystals Openwork Exquisite Elegant Modernist Brooch, Gold Plated Very good cond...
Gold Plate
Victorian 439 Cttw. Agate, Blue Sapphire and Diamond Tassel Necklace
Located in New York, NY
White Diamond Wt.: 2.8 CT Approx. Milky Aquamarine Wt.: 392.22 CT. Approx. Blue Sapphire Wt.: 45 CT.
Agate, Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 10k Gold, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Sapphire and Diamond, star set, 9k yellow gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
Condition: Good used condition overall, minor surface wear, commensurate with age and use, some small dents, no safety chain, central sapphire is a milky blue. Gemstone weights are ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Yurman Mosaic Yellow Gold Gemstone & Diamond Cluster Ring
By David Yurman
Located in Baltimore, MD
David Yurman Mosaic Yellow Gold Gemstone & Diamond Cluster Ring Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 18.67 grams Gemstones: Blue topaz, milky aquamarine, iolite, blue sapphire Diamonds: A...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Iolite, Blue Sapphire, Blue Topaz, Yellow Gold
Sapphire Diamond Aquamarine Gold Cocktail Earrings
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Pair of 18k white gold cocktail earrings, adorned with milky and carved aquamarines, sapphires and approx. 0.10ctw in diamonds.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
French Art Nouveau Antique 18K Gold 1.6ct Lilac Star Sapphire Ring
Located in London, GB
The ring is crafted in 18K yellow gold and features an 1.63ct star sapphire. The milky spheroid shaped lilac ‘star sapphire’ displays asterism, a rare optical phenomenon that occur...
Star Sapphire, 18k Gold
Stambolian Aged Silver 18 Karat Gold Milky and White Diamond Dragon Ring
By Stambolian
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Underneath the 3D Dragon, Pavé set black, milky, ice and white diamonds are shaded (apprx. 2 carats total weight) along with Rubies and Orange sapphires showing the lava from the dra...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Vintage Bicolor Gold, Turquoise, Diamond and Ruby Bee Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
This whimsical bee brooch features a turquoise and black enameled body with diamond accents and wings containing 52 high quality round brilliant and single cut diamonds containing 1...
Ruby, Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Alex Jona Blue Sapphire White Diamond White Gold Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18k white gold solitaire ring, centering a certified natural unheated 8.04 carats cushion cut Ceylon blue sapphire, surrounded by ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$2,019
W 1.32 in L 0.88 in
Vintage Victorian Sapphire Diamond Insect Fly 14K Gold Silver Stickpin Brooch
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
An exquisite and highly collectible antique Victorian figurative stickpin depicting a charming insect (fly or bee). Masterfully crafted with a 14k yellow gold structure and pin, top...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
14 Karat Yellow Gold Bug / Insect Brooch with Semi Precious Stones
Located in Stamford, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Bug / Insect Brooch with Semi Precious Stones 5.75 grams total weight.
14k Gold
$4,500
H 0.91 in W 1.52 in
Antique Pink Sapphire Diamond Turquoise & 14k Yellow Gold Insect Bar Brooch
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Up for your consideration is this stunning antique 19th century 14k yellow gold insect bar brooch, pin. This beautiful antique brooch is formed of a single barrette of gold, on whi...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
$3,520Sale Price / item|20% Off
Contemporary 14k White Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamond Round Women Cocktail Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Blue sapphire women cocktail ring with diamonds set in 14k gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your learning and spiritual healing. Designe...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Alex Jona Blue Sapphire White Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Signet Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold blue sapphire & white diamond pavé signet ring featuring 3.81 carats of Blue Sapphires and 0.246 carats of...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Natural Apatite Bead Necklace with Spacers 16" Choker
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
A refined 16-inch strand of natural apatite beads, each approximately 0.15" wide, spaced with nine solid 14K yellow gold spacers and finished with a secure 14K snap lock clasp. The s...
Apatite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,800Sale Price|20% Off
L 17.5 in
Vintage 17.5" Natural Blue Diamond(14.50 Carat) Necklace in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This striking 17.5" strand necklace showcases natural faceted blue diamonds, each stone catching the light with subtle sparkle and depth of color. The rich blue hues range from soft ...
Blue Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona Blue Sapphire 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Blue, gold, and a certain je ne sais quoi. Sapphire briolettes dance along a sinuous 18-karat yellow gold chain, catching the light with every move. Details 18-karat yellow gold Natu...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$1,800Sale Price|20% Off
L 18.25 in
Vintage 18.25" Natural Multicolor Sapphire (34.00ct) Necklace in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
A vibrant celebration of natural color and craftsmanship. This vintage 18.25" strand necklace showcases a stunning array of round faceted sapphire beads in a harmonious mix of blue, ...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire,...
Annamaria Cammilli "Premiere" Ring with a Blue Sapphire in 18 Karat White Gold
By Annamaria Cammilli
Located in SOLVANG, CA
From Annamaria Cammilli's Vision collection, Premiere Color ring with pear shaped Blue Sapphire and diamonds, handcrafted in 18 karat Ice White gold. Blue Sapphire weighs 0.55 carat....
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
2.8 CT Sapphire Old Mine Diamond Ruby Insect Bug Fly Brooch Victorian Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a Museum Quality antique Victorian - Art Nouveau Insect, Bee, Fly Brooch Pin set with Sapphires, Diamonds and Rubies in silver atop 12 Karat Yellow Gold. The magnificent ins...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Art deco Wurzbacher necklace made of 18k yellow gold with sapphire and diamond
Located in Berlin, BE
Embark on a journey of timeless beauty with this enchanting piece of authentic German craftsmanship, a creation of the goldsmith master Wurzbacher from Germany. Meticulously handcraf...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,224Sale Price / item|20% Off
Stunning 4.11 CTW Sapphire Diamond Wide Cocktail Band Ring in 18k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Stunning 4.11 CTW Sapphire Diamond Wide Cocktail Band Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural blue sapphire of 4.11 carat and diamonds of 0.728 carats. The gorgeous handcrafted ring goes ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$12,475 / item
Modernist Invisibly Set Sapphire Diamond and Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Modernist Invisibly Set Sapphire and Diamond Ring rendered in 18K Gold. Modern and streamline in sensibility, the band is beautifully formed and rises to the invisibly set ring of Sa...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
$3,844
W 1.15 in L 2.37 in
Vintage Red Coral Green Tourmaline Natural Diamond Scarab Beetle 14K Gold Brooch
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
An extraordinary and highly important vintage naturalistic statement brooch depicting a magnificent scarab beetle. Masterfully handcrafted in solid 14k yellow gold, this substantial ...
Coral, Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
An 18k Gold Van Cleef & Arpels Frog Brooch with Enamel and Diamond
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A sweet 18k gold frog brooch with green enamel and diamond eyes, signed, numbered and dated: Van Cleef and Arpels, B4397.750 France, 1965 with the master mark Ste. J. for Atelier Jan...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Mario Buccellati Diamond & Ruby Butterfly Brooch Pin
By Mario Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
Mario Buccellati Diamond & Ruby Butterfly Brooch Pin A Rare and Collectible Masterpiece Presenting a stunning and highly collectible butterfly brooch designed by the legendary Mario ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Archaeological-Revival Coral and Gold Spartan Diadem
Located in London, GB
An archaeological-revival coral and gold Spartan diadem, in the form of a gold band with seven concave discs each set with a cabochon coral, alternating with eight floral motifs each...
Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,460
W 1.66 in L 1.23 in
Rare Victorian brooch - 18 K Yellow gold Queen Bee set with rose cut diamond
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this stunning Bee brooch. This 18 ct yellow gold beauty is most likely crafted in the Aesthetic period (1880-1901) during queen Victorias reign. This stunner is set with ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Signed 14k Gold & Diamond Butterfly Pea Flower Pin or Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine signed gold and diamond brooch. With two finely modeled Butterfly Pea flowers (Centrosema Virginianum) in 14k yellow gold. The butterfly pea flower is known for its uniq...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$5,777
W 1.05 in L 2.05 in
1900s Victorian Green Guilloché Enamel Beetle 14K Gold Brooch Diamond Sapphire
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
This Beetle-shaped brooch is an exemplary showcase of craftsmanship and design, blending fine materials and sparkling gems to create a truly extraordinary accessory. Crafted with 14-...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Art Nouveau Grasshopper Brooch
Located in London, GB
An Art Nouveau grasshopper brooch, the realistically carved insect with a cabochon ruby-set eye, the wings in shaded green opalescent champlevé enamel encrusted with rose-cut diamond...
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Silver
Victorian Diamond Pearl Butterfly 14K Yellow Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Westport, CT
An original Victorian 14K yellow gold diamond and pearl butterfly brooch pendant. Designed in a graceful butterfly motif, the piece is decorated with round white pearls and centered ...
Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,394
W 2.41 in L 1.62 in
Vintage Ruby Diamond & Grey Pearl Butterfly 18K Yellow Gold Statement Brooch
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
An exceptionally beautiful and romantic vintage animalier high-jewelry statement brooch depicting a majestic butterfly. Masterfully handcrafted in solid 18k yellow gold, this substan...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Revival 14K Gold Silver Natural Diamond Ruby Grain-Bezel Setting
Located in Marcianise, IT
Here is a magnificent butterfly brooch, a masterpiece of jewelry that harmoniously combines 14 karat yellow gold and 800 silver, creating a work of art that embodies elegance and ref...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$3,598
H 1.51 in W 1.14 in
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Green Yellow Spots Enameled Reading Frog Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: 18k Yellow Gold Frog/ Book - 14k Yellow Gold Pin - Green, Yellow, Orange Enamel Total Weight: 18.09 Grams Backing: Pin W/ Rotating Closure Overall Height: 38.60mm (1.51") (...
Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$5,049
W 2.16 in L 2.13 in
Victorian Revival 14K Gold Silver Natural Diamond Ruby Brooch Bezel Setting
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
This butterfly brooch is an extraordinary example of jewelry craftsmanship, beautifully crafted in 14-karat yellow gold and 800 silver, adorned with a selection of rose-cut diamonds,...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, ...
$3,443
W 2.43 in L 1.46 in
Vintage Ruby Rose-Cut Diamond Moving Wings Butterfly 14K Yellow Gold Silver
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
A magnificent and finely detailed vintage butterfly brooch. Masterfully crafted with a 14k yellow gold structure and topped with 800 silver, this piece weighs a substantial 18.10 gra...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
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.