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Misani Jewlery

Misani Milano Diamond and Gold Necklace with Citrines, Topaz and Aquamarine
Misani Milano Diamond and Gold Necklace with Citrines, Topaz and Aquamarine

Misani Milano Diamond and Gold Necklace with Citrines, Topaz and Aquamarine

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

fundamental characteristic for all Misani Jewelry is to be timeless. Its innate avant-garde quality

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Citrine, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold

Misani Milano Diamond and Gold Necklace with Citrines, Topaz and Aquamarine
Misani Milano Diamond and Gold Necklace with Citrines, Topaz and Aquamarine

Misani Milano Diamond and Gold Necklace with Citrines, Topaz and Aquamarine

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

fundamental characteristic for all Misani Jewelry is to be timeless. Its innate avant-garde quality

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Citrine, Topaz, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold and Diamond "Cleopatra Earrings" by Misani
18K Yellow Gold and Diamond "Cleopatra Earrings" by Misani

18K Yellow Gold and Diamond "Cleopatra Earrings" by Misani

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

rich cultural heritage and vibrant creativity. Misani Milano's jewelry is crafted with passion and

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2010s Italian Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

MISANI Yellow Gold Multi-Gem and Diamond Leather Necklace with Citrine Pendant
MISANI Yellow Gold Multi-Gem and Diamond Leather Necklace with Citrine Pendant

MISANI Yellow Gold Multi-Gem and Diamond Leather Necklace with Citrine Pendant

Located in BILBAO, ES

Bold and unmistakably Italian, this MISANI necklace from 2007 exemplifies the house’s signature

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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Brown Diamond, Pearl, Quartz...

Misani Milano Handmade Silver 18k Gold Leather Cleopatra Bracelet w/ Diamond
Misani Milano Handmade Silver 18k Gold Leather Cleopatra Bracelet w/ Diamond

Misani Milano Handmade Silver 18k Gold Leather Cleopatra Bracelet w/ Diamond

Located in Montclair, NJ

**Retail Price $3100** --Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Burnish Set - F Color - VS2 Clarity - 0.03ct (exact) Material: Solid Sterling Silver w/ 18k...

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21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

MISANI White Gold and Leather Multi-Gem Charm Necklace with Pearls and diamonds
MISANI White Gold and Leather Multi-Gem Charm Necklace with Pearls and diamonds

MISANI White Gold and Leather Multi-Gem Charm Necklace with Pearls and diamonds

Located in BILBAO, ES

. Bold yet refined, this piece embodies MISANI’s modern, unconventional approach to fine jewelry design

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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Amethyst, Citrine, Brown Diamond, Garnet, Natural Pearl, Blue Top...

Misani Milan Sardinia Coral Multistrand Diamond Onyx Pearl 18 KT Necklace
Misani Milan Sardinia Coral Multistrand Diamond Onyx Pearl 18 KT Necklace

Misani Milan Sardinia Coral Multistrand Diamond Onyx Pearl 18 KT Necklace

Located in Napoli, IT

Magnificent one off multistrand necklace signed Misani from Milano, 1980 circa Displaying quite an

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Vintage 1980s Italian Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold & Sterling Silver Seven-Strand Bracelet with Freshwater Pearls
18K Yellow Gold & Sterling Silver Seven-Strand Bracelet with Freshwater Pearls

18K Yellow Gold & Sterling Silver Seven-Strand Bracelet with Freshwater Pearls

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

. Founded in Milan, Misani Milano is renowned for its distinctive approach to jewelry, blending traditional

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

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Misani Citrine Emerald Diamond Gold Ring
Misani Citrine Emerald Diamond Gold Ring

Misani Citrine Emerald Diamond Gold Ring

Located in Principaute De Monaco, MC

and diamonds. The design recalls the Misani Style. Unique Piece. Dia ct 0.30

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Vintage 1970s Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Citrine, Emerald, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Misani 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Ring
Misani 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Ring

Misani 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Ring

Located in Cosenza, Italia

This one of a kind 18 Karat Yellow Gold (satin-finishing) Misani ring with is the result of a

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Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Misani 18 Karat Yellow Gold Freshwater Pearl Bangle Cuff Bracelet
Misani 18 Karat Yellow Gold Freshwater Pearl Bangle Cuff Bracelet

Misani 18 Karat Yellow Gold Freshwater Pearl Bangle Cuff Bracelet

Located in Milan, IT

Beautiful and amazing manufacture of Misani's collection Aurora. It is a pearls collection. You

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Bangles

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold

Atelier Misani Pink Tourmaline Blue Cabochon Sapphire Diamonds Gold Ring
Atelier Misani Pink Tourmaline Blue Cabochon Sapphire Diamonds Gold Ring

Atelier Misani Pink Tourmaline Blue Cabochon Sapphire Diamonds Gold Ring

Located in Principaute De Monaco, MC

Sapphire and 20 small Diamonds. Misani Style sculpture.

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Vintage 1970s Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Misani 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold and Diamond Earrings, Italy
Misani 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold and Diamond Earrings, Italy

Misani 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold and Diamond Earrings, Italy

Located in Nashua, NH

Misani 18K Two-Tone Gold and Diamond Earrings, Italy. The circular earrings are set with six full

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20th Century Italian Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Misani Kashi Freshwater Pearls Yellow Gold 18 Karat Drop Dangle Earrings
Misani Kashi Freshwater Pearls Yellow Gold 18 Karat Drop Dangle Earrings

Misani Kashi Freshwater Pearls Yellow Gold 18 Karat Drop Dangle Earrings

Located in Milan, IT

Misani has many pieces of art and one of them are these beautiful handmade earrings. They are made

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan More Earrings

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold

Misani Bangle bracelet 18 carat yellow gold with peridot and small diamonds
Misani Bangle bracelet 18 carat yellow gold with peridot and small diamonds

Misani Bangle bracelet 18 carat yellow gold with peridot and small diamonds

Located in Milan, IT

Elegant and original Misani bracelet, made from a gold plate by our italian artisans in Milan

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Bangles

Materials

Citrine, Peridot, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Cufflinks
18 Karat Yellow Gold Cufflinks

18 Karat Yellow Gold Cufflinks

Located in Milan, IT

A particular lavoration of Misani's Cufflinks. There are three types of Cufflinks available. We

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cufflinks

Materials

18k Gold, Silver

18k Yellow Gold Diamond 0, 05 ct  Citrine Dangle Drop Earrings
18k Yellow Gold Diamond 0, 05 ct  Citrine Dangle Drop Earrings

18k Yellow Gold Diamond 0, 05 ct Citrine Dangle Drop Earrings

Located in Milan, IT

As all Misani products, also these earrings are handmade by our italian artisans and it is featured

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan More Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold

Earrings in 18k yellow gold with diamonds pavè
Earrings in 18k yellow gold with diamonds pavè

Earrings in 18k yellow gold with diamonds pavè

Located in Milan, IT

earrings can explain how Misani love cultures and pay attention to the natural and amazing things that are

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan More Earrings

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White Diamond, 18k Gold

Misani Milan 80´s Diamond and Gold Necklace Citrines, Topazs, Acquamarine
Misani Milan 80´s Diamond and Gold Necklace Citrines, Topazs, Acquamarine

Misani Milan 80´s Diamond and Gold Necklace Citrines, Topazs, Acquamarine

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

fundamental characteristic for all Misani Jewelry is to be timeless. It´s innate avant-garde quality

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Citrine, Topaz, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Misani Gold Electroform Bangle Bracelet
Misani Gold Electroform Bangle Bracelet

Misani Gold Electroform Bangle Bracelet

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Material: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 27.8g (17.8dwt) Measurements: fits 6.75" wrist Additional Details: This item comes with a presentation box! SKU: G5638

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Late 20th Century Bangles

Misani Diamond Gold Electroform Earrings
Misani Diamond Gold Electroform Earrings

Misani Diamond Gold Electroform Earrings

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Material: 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Details: Approximately 0.06ctw of Round White Diamonds. Diamonds are H/I in color and SI in clarity. Measurements: 1.25" x 1.25" Earring Backs: Omeg...

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Late 20th Century Unknown More Earrings

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Misani Lady's Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Diamond Modernist Quartz Wristwatch
Misani Lady's Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Diamond Modernist Quartz Wristwatch

Misani Lady's Yellow Gold Stainless Steel Diamond Modernist Quartz Wristwatch

Located in New York, NY

A lady's stainless steel and gold and diamond set wristwatch. A 1980's Quartz movement, cream dial with Roman numerals at 12 and 6, geometric hands, rectangular case with 2 diamonds ...

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Vintage 1980s Swiss Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond

18K Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver & Pavé Diamond Seven-Strand Bracelet by Misani
18K Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver & Pavé Diamond Seven-Strand Bracelet by Misani

18K Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver & Pavé Diamond Seven-Strand Bracelet by Misani

Located in Virginia Beach, VA

renowned Italian jeweler Misani Milano. Misani Milano is celebrated for its unique approach to jewelry

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Misani Milano Australian Pearl Diamonds 18k Gold Choker Necklace from the 80`s
Misani Milano Australian Pearl Diamonds 18k Gold Choker Necklace from the 80`s

Misani Milano Australian Pearl Diamonds 18k Gold Choker Necklace from the 80`s

Located in Neguri, Vizcaya

fundamental characteristic for all Misani Jewelry is to be timeless. It´s innate avant-garde quality

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Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Misani Necklace
Misani Necklace

Misani Necklace

Located in Bridgehampton, NY

Misani Necklace- Double Wrap Leather with Gold Detail and Bayonet Clasp.

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21st Century and Contemporary Choker Necklaces

1970 Misani Design Necklace

1970 Misani Design Necklace

Located in Cremona, Lombardia

'70 Misani design gold silver and plexiglass necklace

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Vintage 1970s Italian Modernist More Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Silver

Misani Pearl Gold Bracelet

Misani Pearl Gold Bracelet

Located in Cremona, Lombardia

1970s Misani Design etched and polished gold bracelet with South Sea pearl

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Vintage 1970s Italian Bangles

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Misani Three Strand Silver Gold Bracelet
Misani Three Strand Silver Gold Bracelet

Misani Three Strand Silver Gold Bracelet

Located in McLean, VA

This Misani 18 century- inspired Italian bracelet consists of 18 kt. yellow gold and silver free

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Misani Italy Gold Baroque Pearl Diamond Bracelet
Misani Italy Gold Baroque Pearl Diamond Bracelet

Misani Italy Gold Baroque Pearl Diamond Bracelet

Located in Lambertville, NJ

Misani Italy 18k gold bracelet, set with Baroque pearls and approx. 0.30ctw in G/VS diamonds

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian More Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Misani Pageo 18 Karat Gold and Sterling Silver Coral Turquoise Bracelet
Misani Pageo 18 Karat Gold and Sterling Silver Coral Turquoise Bracelet

Misani Pageo 18 Karat Gold and Sterling Silver Coral Turquoise Bracelet

Located in St.amford, CT

Circa 2000s Bracelet designed by Misani Pageo. This bracelet features: a large genuine

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Charm Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

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By Damiani

Located in Geneva, CH

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Misani Jewlery For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact misani jewlery you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 3 vintage editions and 8 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a misani jewlery may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 20th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. A misani jewlery of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring diamond, from our inventory of 7, is particularly popular. A brilliant cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and bead versions for sale. Finding a misani jewlery for sale for women should be easy, but there are 2 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Misani Jewlery?

On average, a misani jewlery at 1stDibs sells for $4,375, while they’re typically $270 on the low end and $24,314 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.