$738Sale Price / item|40% Off
Opal, Crescent Moon Stud Earrings in 14k gold
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Opal, Crescent Moon Stud Earrings in 14k gold. Opal moon earrings.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Gold Opal Crescent Moon Necklace
By Blackbird and the Snow
Located in Boulder, CO
Created in 14k yg and set with finest Australian crystal opals, the crescent hangs on a 20" rope chain (1.25mm) with an 18" extender for layering.
Vintage Yellow Gold Opal Crescent Moon Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Crescent Moon Brooch with Opals. This charming brooch is crafted in gold, featuring a crescent moon design adorned with vibrant opals that display a stunning play of color.
Opal, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Gold Opal Crescent Moon Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Crescent Moon Brooch with Opals. This charming brooch is crafted in gold, featuring a crescent moon design adorned with vibrant opals that display a stunning play of color.
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Opal, Diamond and Gold Crescent Brooch, circa 1880
Located in London, GB
A Victorian opal crescent moon brooch, set with oval opal cabochons, graduating in size, with old mine-cut diamonds set between the outer edge of the opals, with a plain inner curve,...
Diamond, Opal, Gold
$375Sale Price / item|25% Off
W 0.36 in L 0.91 in
9K Gold Natural Amethyst and Opal and Diamond Crescent Moon Pendant
Located in Bangkok, TH
Embrace mystical charm with this Natural Amethyst and Opal Crescent Moon Victorian-Style Pendant. A glowing opal rests gracefully within a delicately curved crescent moon, while a ri...
Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Crescent Moon Pendant Opal Diamond 15 Gold Celestial Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Elaborate antique Victorian diamond & opal crescent moon pendant crafted in 15 karat yellow gold (circa 1880s to 1900s) 24 old mine cut diamonds graduate in size and total an est...
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
$426Sale Price / item|50% Off
Crescent Moon and Opal Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
925 silver ring multicolor opal ring. Crescent Moon and Opal Ring.A delicate gold ring with a crescent moon design and a white opal.
Opal, Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
$1,776 / item
14k gold ring with opal cabochon: Crescent Moon Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Crescent Moon Ring Opal. Half moon opal ring. 14 kt solid gold ring with opal cabochon.
Diamond, Opal, Ruby, 14k Gold
$568Sale Price / item|50% Off
14k gold ring with opal cabochon: Crescent Moon Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Crescent Moon Ring Opal. Half moon opal ring. 14 kt solid gold ring with opal cabochon.
Opal, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Vintage Large Opal and Diamond 15 Carat Gold Crescent Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This exquisite brooch is set with 9 glowing opals. They have flashes of fiery red and so any other wonderful colours. In-between each opal there are a pair of sparking diamonds. Mode...
Diamond, Opal, Gold
Crescent Moon Opal Single Earring in 14k Gold by J Dauphin, New
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
J Dauphin Egyptian Crescent Moon 14k Gold Opal Single Earring A sculptural single earring handcrafted in solid 14k yellow gold, featuring a crescent moon silhouette centered with a n...
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
$6,779
H 0.51 in W 0.67 in L 2.76 in
Victorian 4.75Ct Cabochon Cut Opal and 4.45Ct Diamond Gold Crescent Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning Victorian 4.75 carat opal and 4.45 carat diamond, 9 karat yellow gold and silver set crescent brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry collections.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
$426Sale Price / item|50% Off
Ascending Opal Moonface ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Crescent Moon and Opal Ring.A delicate gold ring with a crescent moon design and a white opal.
Opal, Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
American West Sterling Silver Pink Opal Necklace, 21 to 24 Inches
Located in New York, NY
The stunning center naja showcases 5 additional genuine Pink Opal cabochons, graduating in size, in a crescent-shaped design, all with an oxidized, polished finish.
Opal, Sterling Silver
Clarissa Bronfman Agate Onyx Diamond Tourmaline Opal Buddha Moon Beaded Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Pendant/s consists of: - Pave diamond green tourmaline 925 sterling silver crescent moon 60X8mm - Opal emerald pave diamond sterling silver buddha pendant Please Note: Some of our...
Agate, Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling S...
Angara 1.5ct Solitaire Pear Opal Stud Earrings with Diamond in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Exuding a dream like aura, these solitaire stud earrings feature mesmerizing pear opals that exhibit a gorgeous play of colors. Elegantly framed in a diamond enc...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold
Trifari 1950s "Claire de Lune" Gold and Rhinestone Bracelet
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
A rare and pristine example of mid-century costume jewelry design, this vintage Trifari “Clair de Lune” bracelet was created by Alfred Philippe and patented on February 28, 1950 unde...
Gold Plate
Victorian 18k Opal & Diamond Crescent Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
The center of the chain features a large crescent pendant, which is encrusted with opals and diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.7 Carat Australian Opal Diamond Oval Cut Claw Prong Moon Crescent Lullaby Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Looking out the bedroom window to adore the moon and the stars. Imagining what the future will hold. As the midnight sky sings it's final lullaby, close your eyes and fall asleep. Qu...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Opal Crescent Brooch
Located in London, GB
A Victorian opal crescent brooch, set with graduated opals and rose-cut diamonds, mounted in silver-upon-gold.
Opal, 15k Gold, Silver
18k Yellow Gold Ring 1.8ct Fire Opal Crescent Moon Diamond Accents Lionesses
By Vicente Gracia Art Jewellery
Located in Valencia, ES
18k Yellow Gold Ring 1.8ct Fire Opal Crescent Moon Diamond Accents Handcrafted 18k Yellow Gold Ring With 1.8ct Fire Opal & Diamond Accents – Guardians of the Treasure Collection St...
Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal Crescent Moon Pendant in Yellow Gold
Located in Coral Gables, FL
14 Karat Yellow Gold Crescent Moon Pendant Featuring 5 Round Opals Totaling Approximately 0.25 Carats. 4.5 Inches Long Including Bale.
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal Crescent Moon Brooch Pin
Located in Baltimore, MD
Antique 14K Yellow Gold Opal Cabochon Crescent Moon Brooch Pin Metal: 14k yellow gold Weight: 6.66 grams Length: 36mm Width: 34mm
Opal, Yellow Gold
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H 1.5 in W 0.21 in
Antique Victorian Crescent Moon Pendant Opal Diamond 18k Gold Celestial Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
The opal graduate in size from 1.5mm to 4mm. Set into a classic crescent moon motif, the old mine cut diamonds glimmer, arranged to create a celestial effect, evoking a shimmering ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Opal and Diamond Crescent Brooch
Located in London, GB
A Victorian opal and diamond crescent brooch, nine oval cabochon cut crystal opals with a green to blue play of colour, each separated by two old cut diamonds, mounted in a gold cut ...
Diamond, Opal, Gold
Antique 18ct Gold Opal & Diamond Crescent Brooch
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Opal & Diamond Crescent 18ct Gold Tested Circa 1880 The Most Gorgeous Victorian Crescent Brooch.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Opal 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Crescent Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as an ornately pierced scroll motif crescent-shaped form Featuring round-shaped opal cabochons prong set throughout Translucent white in body color with spectral play-of-co...
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Opal Moon Crescent Diamond and Enamel Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
This antique pendant has been crafted from a rich 18ct yellow gold and features a resplendent crescent-shaped white opal glistening with intense flashes of blues and pink alongside f...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Large Opal and Diamond 18 Carat Gold Crescent Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
An exquisite large vintage crescent brooch fully set with opals and diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Victorian 2.60 carat crescent opal diamond 18k yellow gold enamel necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An enchanting Victorian crescent moon necklace, glowing with a dreamy 2.60 carat opal and surrounded by sparkling old mine and rose cut diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian Gold Round Opal Sword Crescent Star Jabot Dagger Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (18) Natural Genuine Opals - Round Cabochon Cut - Pave Set - White Base w/ Green & Blue Play Of Colors - Range Between 1.2mm to 3mm (approx.)
Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal Diamond Crescent Moon Necklace 14 Karat Yellow Gold Celestial Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed opal & diamond crescent moon necklace crafted in 14 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal and Diamond Vintage Victorian Style Crescent Pendant in Solid 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Step into the pages of a royal tale with our Natural Opal and Diamond Vintage Crescent Pendant in Solid 9K Yellow Gold.
Diamond, Opal, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Opal Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1900 A late Victorian era 14K gold ring features a cabochon cut reddish-greenish-brownish natural opal and a crescent motif diamond design. The diamonds are set in silver over...
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W 0.99 in L 3.15 in
8.26 Ct. Ethiopian Opal Emerald Diamond Art Deco Style Brooch in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Around the opal are crescents set with French cut Emerald and glittering diamonds that match so well and are very bright.
Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Opal Crescent Moon Brooch/Pin
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Opal Crescent Moon Pin/Brooch- This stunning brooch features five round opals set in beautifully detailed 14K yellow gold.
Opal, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14 Karat Gold and Opal Crescent Moon Brooch or Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A lovely, vintage gold brooch of a crescent moon. The 14k gold setting is delicately designed with filigree and openwork and is mounted with 5 prong-set opal cabochons.
Opal, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Diamond/ Opal Crescent Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold - 2.05ct.
Located in San Francisco, CA
Crafted in 18K Yellow Gold, the design features a classic crescent shaped line of Antique Diamonds, a fantastic Opal Heart Center with it's own antique diamond surround, and a little...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Opal Crescent Moon Necklace, 14 Karat Cabochon Cut .60 Carat Celestial
Located in Greensboro, NC
Design: Vintage-Inspired Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information: Genuine Opals Total Carats: .60ctw Cut: Round Cabochon Style: Attached Pendant Chain Style: Cable ...
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Crescent Moon Opal Pin Brooch
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Crescent Moon Opal Pin Brooch This pin contains 5 round fiery opals 2.5 mm - 2.8 mm, prong set 1 1/4"" by 1"" Hallmarked 14K ECJ 4.1g 2.65 dwt pro...
Opal, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Opal Diamond Gold Platinum Crescent Moon Pin
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A beautiful little antique treasure, made of platinum over 18k yellow gold and decorated with 17 beautiful opals, then complimented by a row of 28 diamonds. With a 1.25 inch diameter...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum
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W 0.5 in L 1.75 in
Antique Crescent Moon Conversion Necklace Victorian Opal Seed Pearl Flower 14k
Located in Torrance, CA
One cabochon cut opal is estimated at 0.10 carats. The opal is in excellent condition and free of cracks or chips.
Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Opal Diamond Crescent Moon Pendant 14k Gold Celestial Jewelry Estate Fine
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish opal & diamond crescent moon pendant crafted in 14 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Victorian Opal and Diamond Crescent Brooch
Located in London, GB
A lovely late Victorian opal and diamond brooch. This brooch is in the shape of a crescent moon, a popular motif in Victorian jewellery.
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Opal Turquoise & Gold Crescent Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous opal and turquoise crescent necklace from the Victorian era!
Opal, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Hardy Brothers Art Nouveau Opal Diamond Crescent Pin
By Hardy Brothers
Located in Narberth, PA
A breathtaking opal and diamond crescent pin from the Art Nouveau (ca1900) era!
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crescent Brooch Circa 1890
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A fabulous Victorian opal and diamond crescent brooch set with 9 precious opals accentuated with old cut diamonds in gold, typically with the gemstones set in silver.
Diamond, Opal, Silver, 9k Gold
Victorian opal and diamond crescent moon brooch in yellow gold
Located in Dublin 2, D
Victorian opal and diamond crescent moon brooch in 18kt yellow gold.
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
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W 0.2 in L 0.19 in
Antique Edwardian Opal and Diamond Crescent Brooch, Hallmarked Birmingham, 1909
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
An antique crescent brooch from the English Edwardian era set with oval cabochon opals of the most fabulous blue/green/orange tones.
Diamond, Opal, 9k Gold
Edwardian 18kt/Platinum 2.25ctw Opal + 2ctw + Diamond Crescent Pin/Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
Crafted in 18kt yellow gold and topped in platinum, this stunning crescent displays 15 incredible opal cabochons and 58 glittering diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Nouveau Early 20th Century 15 Carat Opal Diamond Crescent Brooch
Located in Brisbane City, Queensland
Original English early 20th Century 15ct Yellow Gold Cabochon-cut Natural Opal and Diamond Crescent brooch featuring 11 Opal stones with Rose-cut Diamonds set in between.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Victorian Opal and Diamond Crescent Brooch
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A Victorian crescent brooch set with cabocon cut opals and old cut diamonds in rose gold.
Diamond, Opal, 9k Gold
Victorian Opal Diamond Gold Crescent Moon Necklace
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
A Beautiful Antique Victorian 9 Carat Gold, Opal and Diamond crescent necklace brooch conversion on later 9 Carat Gold chain.
Diamond, Opal, 9k Gold
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W 0.2 in L 0.19 in
Antique Edwardian Opal and Diamond Crescent Brooch, Hallmarked Birmingham, 1909
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
An antique crescent brooch from the English Edwardian era set with oval cabochon opals of the most fabulous blue/green/orange tones.
Diamond, Opal, 9k Gold
$230Sale Price / set|50% Off
W 0.26 in D 0.23 in L 1.5 in
Silvorra Timeless Multi-Cut Natural Amethyst Dangle Earrings in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
These 925 sterling silver dangle earrings feature natural amethyst gemstones arranged in a captivating mix of cuts. Each earring showcases eight amethyst stones with a combined weigh...
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
German Kabirski Viridi 14K Gold Plated Silver Ring with Raw Tsavorite
By German Kabirski
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Viridi is a bold, wide barrel ring featuring raw green tsavorite in German Kabirski’s hallmark Vitrail design, where untreated gemstones are set like shards of stained glass. Crafted...
Tsavorite, Garnet, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
CHANEL black Caviar leather BOY CREDIT CARD Wallet Holder
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
This 100% authentic Chanel Boy credit card wallet is crafted from black matelassé caviar leather, known for its luxurious texture and durability. Featuring signature Boy-style silver...
Crescent Moon Brooch with 4.5ct Old Cut Diamonds, circa 1900's
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: XX century Dimensions: 2.90 x 2.80 cm Carats: 4,50 total cts Weight: 5,75 gr This brooch dating back to the beginning of the 20th century stands out for the presence of bril...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver, 18k Gold
$105Sale Price / set|50% Off
Citrine Everyday 925 Silver Pushback Unisex Stud Earrings in 925 Solid Silver
Located in New York, NY
Modernist Citrine Everyday Pushback Stud Earrings in sterling silver to make a statement with your look. You shall need stud earrings to make a statement with your look. These earrin...
Citrine, Silver, Sterling Silver
$150Sale Price / set|50% Off
W 0.15 in D 0.17 in L 1.78 in
Silvorra Modern 4.25 Ct Amethyst Long Linear 925 Silver Earrings Christmas Gift
Located in New York, NY
These 925 sterling silver earrings feature 16 natural amethyst gemstones, expertly cut in octagon and round shapes. The gems range in size from 5.3 x 4.3 mm, 4.5 mm and 1.8 mm, with ...
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
Chanel 90s Vintage Canvas & Leather Duffle Bag
By Chanel
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Chanel late 80s early 90s canvas and leather quilted duffle bag. Gold tone hardware. Handle drop 6.5". Detachable strap measures 44". Small glue residue on top, interior smell due to...
Art Deco Rock Crystal Flapper Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Rock Crystal Flapper Earrings from the 1920's set in sterling. Original screw back fittings. Lovely greek key pattern set around central crystal. 1920's USA. 2" x 3/8".
Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver
$1,706
Size: UK 10 US 6
Vintage 1940s Red Crepe Silk Floral Beaded Evening Gown 1940s Dress US 6 UK 10
Located in Nashville, TN
This truly enchanting 1940's crepe silk gown, rendered in the most vibrant shade of vermilion red and embellished with gold lamé soutache embroidery surrounding floral beadwork in sh...
Pale pink satin deshabillé with lace on the sleeve edge
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Pale pink satin deshabillé with lace on the sleeve edge and belt. Snap closure on the middle front + one ribbon inside SIZE L
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
New Gucci Spring 2012 Python Skakeskin Pump Heels Sz 38.5 $2425
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Brand New $2425 * Python Heels * Spring 2012 * Size: 38.5 * Green & Orange, Black Snakeskin Python Throughout Heels: 4.75" Platforms: 1" * With Gucci Box * Impossible to ...
Hermès Yellow Gold Ring Horse Shaped
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Exceptional and Gorgeous Authentic Hermès Ring In the shape of a horse's head, the braided gold mane forming the ring Vintage item Made of Yellow Gold 18K "HERMES PARIS" and Ser...
Yellow Gold
$352Sale Price / set|50% Off
W 0.3 in D 0.17 in L 0.3 in
Silvorra 925 Silver Square Stud Earrings with Blue Sapphire & Diamond Halo
Located in New York, NY
These 925 sterling silver stud earrings feature a contemporary square design. Each earring showcases a vibrant round blue sapphire at the center, beautifully framed by a sparkling ha...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Silver, Sterling Silver
CANDY OPAL NECKLACE with 14k GOLD
By Jen Proudman Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Candy Opal Necklace Opals, 14k Gold 16” of multi-colored opal 8mm rondelle beads. With two gold rondelle beads in front of the necklace and two flanking the gold lobster clasp. We...
Opal, 14k Gold
$799Sale Price / item|55% Off
Vintage Style Marquise Moissanites Engagement 14k Gold Ring
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Vintage Style Marquise Moissanites Engagement 14k Gold Ring. Art Deco Moissanite wedding ring. Antique style marquise moissanite halo ring. Metal: 14k gold Weight: 3 gr depends fr...
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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.
Opals were discovered in 400 BC, and since then five types have been found throughout the world. Before you start shopping for mysteriously beautiful vintage opal rings and other opal jewelry, learn about the different varieties of the gem — and find out which historical figure was reportedly willing to trade his kingdom for a single stone.
Here is a little riddle for you: the month of October has two birthstones, but only one of them encompasses the colors of other birthstones. If you guessed opal, you’re right! (The other gemstone associated with the month of October is tourmaline.)
Opals are such unusual gemstones that there are too many old-wives tales associated with them, like if you’re a blond, wearing an opal necklace will protect your locks from losing color. Opals were also very fashionable in the early 19th century, up until the publication of Sir Walter Scott’s novel Anne of Geierstein in 1829. The title heroine wears an opal and succumbs to an untimely death. However, the British monarchy, and in particular Queen Victoria, did not let this story get in their way, and they frequently gifted opals to friends and family members. October babies should disregard the noise and proudly wear their opals!
There are five types of precious opals: boulder opal, fire opal, crystal/water opal, black opal, and white/light opal. Each variety is distinguished by its color.
So, where does the name come from? The word opal is thought to originate from the Roman opalus or from the Sanskrit úpala (“precious stone”) or from the Greek opallios (“to see a color change”). So while there have been many names for the stones, opals were first discovered in 400 BC in Ethiopia. But the early reference that comes up most often in history books is from the Roman philosopher Pliny the Elder, who wrote about it in 75 AD. In his text he refers to it as opali. The Romans were big fans of opal, Mark Antony was so enamored by it that, as the story goes, he was willing to trade a portion of his kingdom for a single opal.
There's a wide variety of antique and vintage opal jewelry on 1stDibs (and you won't have to trade your kingdom for it).