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4.40 Carat Natural Yellow Opal
Located in Hua Hin, TH
An alluring 4.40 oval-cut Yellow Opal Weight: 4.40 Carats Shape: Oval Crown: Modified Brilliant
Category

2010s Unknown Loose Gemstones

Materials

Opal

4.40 Carat Natural Yellow Opal
4.40 Carat Natural Yellow Opal
W 0.42 in D 0.31 in L 0.51 in
AJD Unique Highly Polished Australian Yellow Opal Pebble Necklace Great Gift!!
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
Discover the beauty of this unique necklace featuring highly polished Australian Yellow Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise Matrix, Opal, Coral, Silver

18 Karat White Gold Yellow Opal Tiger's Eye Carnelian Fox Cufflinks
By AVGVSTA
Located in Milano, IT
hand-carved and made of yellow opal, the eyes are in carnelian. The bars are in tiger's eye. Mounting
Category

2010s Italian Cufflinks

Materials

Rock Crystal, Turquoise Matrix, Tiger's Eye, Opal, Onyx, Malachite, Lapi...

18Kt White Gold With Yellow Opal And White Diamonds Chandelier Modern Earrings
Located in GALLARATE, IT
production methods. Yellow opal inspires well-being and joy It promotes serenity and tranquility in everyday
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Chandelier Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Green Chrysoprase with Yellow Opal Multi Strand Necklace
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
opal 4 to 5mm smooth, rondelle shape, 11 carats. 14k yellow gold. Dimensions Length 16.5 to 20 inches
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Chrysophrase, Opal, 14k Gold

Green Chrysoprase with Yellow Opals Multi Strand Paradizia Necklace
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
fiery yellow Ethiopian Opals and twinkling faceted gold balls scattered about on five strands nested in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Yellow Opal Black Diamond Halo Peach Morganite Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
A stunning opal pendant necklace. Set in a delicate chain, this exquisite piece features a central
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

White Yellow Opal Black Diamond Halo Peach Morganite Rose Gold Statement Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
A captivating ring featuring a central opal surrounded by a halo of sparkling black diamonds and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Black Diamond, Morganite, Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Opal and Diamond Chandelier Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Pink and Yellow iridescent luster of the Opals are beautifully highlighted with sparkling White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Opal

Natural Australian 7.43ct Boulder Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring 18k Yellow Gold
By Opal Minded
Located in Sydney, AU
) Setting length: 67.37mm Metal: 18K Yellow Gold This opal ring arrives in a gun-metal aluminium box
Category

2010s Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Natural Australian 10.97ct Black Opal and Diamonds Cocktail Ring 18K Yellow Gold
By Opal Minded
Located in Sydney, AU
: 22.72mm Setting width: 15.92mm Metal: 18K Yellow Gold This opal ring arrives in a gun-metal aluminium
Category

2010s Australian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Black Opal, Opal, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Minimalist Hexagon Doublet Opal Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Hexagon Australian Doublet Opal Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS
Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Geometric Triangle Shaped Australian Doublet Opal Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Geometric Triangle Shaped Australian Doublet Opal Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic
Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Geometric Square Shaped Australian Doublet Opal Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Geometric Square Shaped Australian Doublet Opal Stud Earrings 14K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS
Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings

Materials

Opal, Yellow Gold

Minimalist Free Shaped Australian Doublet Opal Stud Earrings 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Minimalist Free Shaped Australian Doublet Opal Stud Earrings 18K Yellow Gold. Free Domestic USPS
Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Stud Earrings

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Opal Yellow Gold Stud Earrings Natural Blue Opal Australian
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
18K yellow gold earrings with natural Black Opal black opal origin - Australia Opal measurements
Category

2010s German Artisan Stud Earrings

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Opal Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Tested 18 Karat Yellow Gold Opal Ring. This lovely antique ring features five AA quality oval opals
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Retro Wedding Rings

Materials

Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Colorful Opal Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Beautiful oval opal with blue, green, red and yellow color play mounted in a simple twisted rope
Category

Late 20th Century Dome Rings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Heart Opal Pendant 14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal Necklace
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Opal Pendant Cute Size approx 12 mm 14k Yellow Gold Pre-owned as new condition Natural real
Category

Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black Opal 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Berlin, DE
Black Opal 18K gold ring, can be a perfect engagement ring weight of the ring - 7.4 gr size of the
Category

2010s German Artisan Solitaire Rings

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Trumbull, CT
Chic Doublet Opal Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold Unveil your inner glow with this captivating opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Opal Diamond Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
Such a beautiful pay of color in this sweet opal ring! And the 0.60 carats of diamonds that
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

19.16 Carat Oval Cabochon Opal and Diamond Halo Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gold Gemstones: Opal and Diamond Opal Carat: 19.16 CTW Opal Cut: Oval Cabochon Opal Color: Yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Large Black Australian Opal 18K Yellow Gold Stud Earrings Natural Opal gift
Located in Berlin, DE
Large bright Australian Black Opal stud earrings in 18K yellow gold gemstone origin - Australia gem
Category

2010s German Artisan Stud Earrings

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Ring Yellow Gold Electric Blue Natural Boulder Australian opal
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold ring with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia opal weight - 9.26 carats
Category

2010s French Artisan Engagement Rings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Beads 14k Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This 22" opal bead and 14K yellow gold rondelle necklace is a stunning display of natural beauty
Category

2010s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Black Opal Starfish Pendant
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Yellow Gold Black Opal Starfish Pendant. The pendant has a textured finished along the edges and a
Category

Early 2000s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Ring Yellow Gold Navy Blue Natural Boulder Australian Opal
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
14K yellow gold ring with natural Boulder Opal opal origin - Australia opal weight - 9.26 carats
Category

2010s French Artisan Engagement Rings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Opal Ruby Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal Ruby Ring. The ring features a fancy opal measuring 13.2 x 8.5mm. The
Category

Early 2000s American Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Opal Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Opal Ring Size 6 Beautiful 14K gold ring with a gorgeous opal in the
Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Black Opal Diamond Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Black Opal Diamond Ring. A striking ring with diamonds channel-set diagonally
Category

1990s Unknown Retro Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Australian Opal Yellow Gold Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Australian opal yellow gold pendant brooch Opal measures approximately 13 x 19.5 mm, 18 karat
Category

Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

NERSO Opal & Diamond Earrings 22K Yellow
Located in Dallas, TX
Opal and Diamond Earrings in 22K Yellow Gold by Nerson. The earrings feature approximately 8ctw of
Category

Vintage 1980s Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mazza Opal & Diamond Ring Yellow Gold
By The Mazza Company
Located in Dallas, TX
Mazza Opal & Diamond Ring In 18K Yellow Gold. The Ring Features A 8.10Ct Opal With A Halo Of
Category

2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

9ct Yellow Gold Opal & Ruby Ring
Located in London, GB
A charming vintage-style ring crafted in 9ct yellow gold, featuring a captivating oval opal at the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Opal, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal in Its Natural Matrix in 750 Yellow Gold, Black Opal, Yellowgold
Located in Berlin, DE
Opal in its natural matrix in 750 yellow gold Pendant in 750 yellow gold with 1 opal disc with
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Aesthetic Movement Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, Yellow Gold

Ocean Blue Opal Diamond Halo Earrings 14K Yellow Gold Opal Earring Dangles
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
backs to keep up with! Material: 14K yellow gold Opal Weight: 0.98 carats Diamond Weight: 0.18 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Yellow Gold

Oval Opal Necklace 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Sugar Land, TX
♥ Product Summary ♥ Main Stone: Australian Opal Material: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Cut: Oval
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Oval Opal Pendant 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Style: Opal Pendant Total Weight: 2.3 Grams
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal, Diamond & Emerald Pendant Necklace, Genuine Black Opal, 14K Yellow Gold
By Five Star Jewelry
Located in Austin, TX
These stunningly beautiful black opal doublets are set in polished 14k yellow gold prongs that are
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, Black Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Opal Yellow Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage opal and yellow gold brooch pendant circa 1950. * ABOUT THIS ITEM: #P5004. Scroll down
Category

Vintage 1950s Modern Brooches

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opal Diamond Ring Circa 1960's 14k Yellow Gold Vintage Opal jewelry
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Australian Opal Ring Nice color and brilliance. 14k Yellow Gold approx 7.60 grams Opal size
Category

Vintage 1960s Australian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Opal Pendant #21327
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18 Karat Yellow Gold Opal Pendant- This 18 Karat Yellow Gold Opal Pendant is a mesmerizing piece
Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold

Australian Opal Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Berlin, DE
Australian precious Opal 18K Yellow Gold Ring opal origin - Australia opal measurements - 0.28 x
Category

2010s German Artisan Solitaire Rings

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Handcraft Australian Opal 14 Karat Yellow Gold Fire Opal Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. 14 karat yellow gold and 800 thousandths silver pendant necklace. Handmade
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 14k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold

Dalben Australian Opal Yellow Gold Ring
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design One of a kind 18k yellow gold satin finishing ring with a 3,4 carat bezel-set lovely
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Oval Opal 14K Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Trumbull, CT
Hand cut and polished natural Ethiopian Opal is crafted with hand in 14K yellow gold. Ideal for
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

14K Yellow Gold Opal Dangle Earrings 2.6g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Ladies' opal dangle earrings in 14k yellow gold settings. Stamped 14k and weighs 2.6 grams gross
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Opal Bracelet Set with 14 Opals 2.10ct in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
This bracelet is made of 18ct Yellow Gold and set with 14 round natural Opals, and has a beautiful
Category

2010s British Modern Bracelets

Materials

Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Yellow Gold Opal Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal Diamond Hinged Bangle Bracelet. Nine prong-set Opals and twenty-four
Category

1990s Unknown Retro Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Orange Mexican Opal Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Yellow Gold Orange Mexican Opal Ring. The ring features a beautiful Mexican orange opal measuring
Category

Early 2000s American Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Black Opal Slider X Pendant
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Black Opal Slider X Pendant. The pendant features a dome shaped X with channel
Category

Early 2000s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Oval Opal Stud Earrings
Located in Stuart, FL
14k yellow gold oval opal stud earrings. These earrings have a measurement of 10 x 8 mm, and they
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elegant Mexican Egg Fire Opal & Australian Opal Diamond Necklace 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Suwanee, GA
Elegant Mexican Egg Fire Opal & Australian Opal Diamond Necklace Pendant 18K Yellow Gold. Free
Category

2010s American Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Fire Opal, Opal, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Yellow Gold Black Austrialian Opal Diamond Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Black Austrialian Opal Diamond Ring. The ring features a prong-set 13.8 x 7mm
Category

1990s Australian Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Onyx Opal Inlay Ring
Located in Dallas, TX
A very unusual ring, with a beautiful inlay of black onyx and opal!
Category

Late 20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Onyx, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

E-DROP-OPAL - 18K Yellow Drop Earrings with Diamonds & Black Opal
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Drop Earrings with Diamonds & Black Opal Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Info: G/VS
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Black Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 24k Yellow Gold Opal Cabochon Ring
Located in New York, NY
This Vintage 24K Yellow Gold Opal Ring features a stunning opal that displays a mesmerizing play of
Category

Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Opal, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Fire Opal Emerald Ring Art Deco Princess Bombe Gold Opals Blue Green Yellow
Located in New York, NY
wondrous princess design in 10 Karat yellow gold creates a magical jewel. The colors of the opals are just
Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Emerald, Fire Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

Opal Yellow Gold Ring Daenerys Style Natural Opal Crystal Pipe Luminous Stone
Located in Berlin, DE
18K yellow gold ring with Natural Opal Crystal Pipe opal origin - Australia opal measurements
Category

2010s French Artisan Fashion Rings

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Yellow Opal For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate yellow opal for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 3628 vintage or 1887 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect yellow opal among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 15th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. Creating a yellow opal has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Renata Bernard, Syna Jewels and Alberto are consistently popular. An oval cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also cabochon and round cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a yellow opal, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Yellow Opal?

Prices for a yellow opal can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $69 and can go as high as $325,202, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,934.

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.