Rare Piaget Dancer Opal and Onyx Unisex Watch in 18K Yellow Gold
By Piaget
Located in New York, NY
An exquisite wristwatch created by Piaget, showcasing a gorgeous opal, onyx, and diamond dial. Finely made of 18K yellow gold and 8 inches in length.
Onyx, Opal, Yellow Gold
Omega 23mm Fire Black Opal Dial & Diamond Bezel in 14K Yellow Gold Vintage Watch
By Omega
Located in Miami, FL
Rare Omega Watch features a stunning 14k yellow gold case with a fire black opal dial, accented by a diamond bezel.
Diamond, Black Opal, Gold
Geneva Yellow Gold 17 Jewels Opal Diamond Wristwatch
By Geneva
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Geneva 14 Karat Yellow Gold 17 Jewels Opal Diamond Wristwatch. This exquisite watch features a hinged top with marquise opal stones and round diamonds.
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Omega Mosaic Opal Dial 14K Yellow Gold Manual 29 mm
By Omega
Located in New York, NY
Key Specs Model: Integrated Opal Mosaic Era: 1970s Movement: Manual Case Size: 29mm x 29mm Bezel: 14K Yellow Gold Bracelet: 14K Yellow Gold Integrated Bracelet Length: Fits 7-7.5in ...
Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Tishman & Lipp Dress 18K YG Opal Diamond Dial Manual 40 mm
Located in New York, NY
Key Specifications Era: 1960s Movement: Manual Case Size: 22x40mm Bezel: 34 Brilliant-Cut Diamonds Bracelet: 18K Yellow Gold Integrated Bracelet Length: 6.25in Dial: Opal Metal: 18K...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,390Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Watch Australian Opal White Diamond Blue Sapphire Gold Ring, Just Jules
Located in Dallas, TX
The spectacular repurposed casing rests atop a hand-engraved 14k yellow gold band. Size 6.0 (can be sized). Signed.
Opal, Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, G...
Art Nouveau French Snake Bracelet Covered Dial Watch
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: 1910-1919 Provenance: France Circumference: 18 cm Weight: 126 gr Il bracciale in oro 18 carati è stato realizzato tra il 1910 e il 1919, in perfetto stile Art Nouveau, un mo...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ladies Omega Deville Wristwatch in Yellow Gold with Opal and Sapphires
By Omega
Located in Warrington, PA
Purchase at the buy it now price includes replaced opal and servicing the watch so it comes perfect.
Opal, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Unavailable
W 1.38 in Dm 1.38 in
Chopard REF. 5053 1 Rare Opal Dial & Large Diamond Bezel Oblong Case 18k
By Piaget
Located in London, GB
Pre-owned, excellent condition Chopard reference 5053 1, 18k Yellow Gold ladies wristwatch, circa 1970's. Incredible Opal dial, delicate gold hour & minute hands, Chopard logo at 12 ...
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
Edwardian 14k Opal Watch Chain
Located in Narberth, PA
This elegant piece is crafted in 14k yellow gold, and features 10 bezel set opals strung on a dainty chain.
Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lady's Yellow Gold, Diamond and Black Opal Bracelet Watch
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
An magnificent bracelet watch. A black opal dial, with a round brilliant cut diamond bezel, and 18k yellow gold bracelet.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
North Star Cocktail Watch 14K Yellow Gold Diamonds and Opals
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the North Star 1960's Opal and Diamond Cocktail Watch, a radiant fusion of elegance and sophistication. Crafted with exquisite detail, this captivating timepiece features...
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
Bucherer Lady's Yellow Gold and Diamond Bracelet Watch with Black Opal Dial
By Bucherer
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This Bucherer lady's 18k yellow gold oval bracelet watch with diamond bezel and black opal dial measures 25mm across by 20.5mm top to bottom.
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Sold
W 0.99 in L 6.5 in
Antique 1900s 2.12 Carat Opal and 1.09 Carat Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Watch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique Edwardian 2.12 Carat opal and 1.09 Carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold cocktail watch; part of our diverse vintage jewelry collections This s...
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
Piaget Ladies Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Opal & Diamond Watch
By Piaget
Located in Dallas, TX
Piaget Ladies Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Opal & Diamond Watch - Quartz. 18k yellow gold oval case ( 27mm) with factory diamond bezel.
Omega Yellow Gold Opal Bracelet Manual Wind Wristwatch, 1980
By Omega
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 Omega ladies 14k Yellow Gold Bracelet watch, measuring 7 1/8 inch in length and 7/8 inch wide and having scalloped borders.
Opal, 14k Gold
Riker Brothers Art Nouveau Opal and Sapphire Pocket Watch Brooch 14 Karat Gold
By Riker Brothers
Located in Fairfield, CT
Riker Brothers Art Nouveau Opal and Sapphire Pocket Watch Brooch 14 Karat Gold This Riker Brothers Art Nouveau Pocket Watch Brooch, made in 14k yellow gold, is a beautiful blend of ...
Diamond, Opal, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Piaget Yellow Gold Diamond Opal Quartz Wristwatch, circa 1970s
By Piaget
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Piaget 18K Yellow Gold Wrist watch, 24 MM case. Solid, Fiery, Lightning Ridge Opal Dial.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Piaget Ladies Yellow gold Coral Opal Manual Wristwatch, circa 1980s
By Piaget
Located in Dallas, TX
Piaget Coral and Opal Ladies Watch - Manual winding. 18K Yellow gold cushion shaped case ( 27 mm ).
Coral, Opal
Piaget 80564 K 81 Dancer 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Ladies Watch
By Piaget
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Brand: Piaget Case Material: 18k yellow gold Case Diameter: 23mm Crystal: Plastic Bezel: Factory 18k Yellow Gold with Diamonds Dial: Factory Opal Dial Bracelet: 18k Yellow Gold Brace...
Diamond, Opal, Yellow Gold
Piaget Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Opal Dial Wristwatch Ref 9326D2-332951
By Piaget
Located in Miami, FL
Circa 1970s 18K Yellow Gold vintage Piaget Ladies Wrist Watch, Manual Wind movement, solid genuine factory set very rare genuine opal dial ( in Mint condition) with signed 'Piaget' ...
18k Gold
Lucien Piccard Ladies yellow Gold Gem Set Manual Wind Wristwatch, 1960s
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1960s Lucien Piccard Gem set Wrist Watch, 14K yellow Gold case measuring 1 1/4 X 1 1/8 inch and 3/8 inch thick. 17 Jewel Mechanical, Manual Wind Movement.
Amethyst, Chrysophrase, Garnet, Opal, Cultured Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Top...
Bueche Girod 18 Karat Yellow Gold Opal Faced Diamond Watch Bracelet
By Bueche Girod
Located in New York, NY
Designer: Bueche Girod Material: 18k Yellow Gold Very Impressive, Rope Crafted Year of Manufacture: Circa 1940s Condition: Excellent Gemstone: Diamond Diamond Weight: 3CT Total Weigh...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau 14 Karat Gold Opal Pearl Winged Griffin Crown Brooch Watch Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Brooch is designed as a pair of conjoined winged griffins with a crown in the middle Griffins display wings, feathers, scaled bodies and grimacing facial features Five point crown ...
Opal, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Opal and Diamond Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: The Estate Watch & Jewelry Material: 14k yellow gold Opal: 1 disc shaped opal = 0.33ct Diamond: 25 round brilliant cuts = 0.11cttw Dimensions: necklace measures 18-inches i...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Longines Lady's Yellow Gold Diamond Opal Wristwatch
By Longines
Located in Miami, FL
14k yellow gold Longines watch featuring an opal face and a diamond bezel.
Diamond, Opal, White Diamond, 14k Gold
Corum Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Opal Quartz Wristwatch
By Corum
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Corum 18K Yellow Gold Ladies Watch, 24 MM diameter case with a White Gold bezel set with round Brilliant cut Diamonds totaling .70 Carat, quartz movement, Fire Opal face ...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Piaget Lady's Yellow Gold Black Opal Dial Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Palm Beach, FL
One ladies 18K yellow gold Piaget wrist watch. This elegant timepiece features a black opal dial, rich with green and blue "flash".
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Omega Yellow Gold Opal Bracelet Manual Wind Wristwatch, 1980
By Omega
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 Omega ladies 14k Yellow Gold Bracelet watch, measuring 7 1/8 inch in length and 7/8 inch wide and having scalloped borders.
Opal, 14k Gold
Piaget Yellow Gold Petite Opal Dial Diamond Bezel Quartz Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Palm Beach, FL
The18k yellow gold, bark finish band, is integral to the watch and tapers from 12.5mm where is attaches to the watch head, and tapers down to 10mm by the clasp.
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Piaget Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Opal Dial Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This fabulous watch also features a black opal dial measuring 22mm.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Piaget Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Opal Dial manual wind Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 Piaget Ladies Wrist watch, 27 X 24 MM 2 piece 18K Yellow Gold case. Piaget factory set Diamond bezel of round Brilliant cuts totaling 1 carat. 17 jewel mechanical, manual ...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Piaget Yellow Gold Diamonds and Opal Dial Ladies Mechanical Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 Piaget Ladies Wrist watch, 27 X 24 MM 18K yellow Gold 2 Piece Oval case.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Piaget Lady's Yellow Gold Diamond Opal Dial Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Chicago, IL
Black Opal Dial, gold hands, mechanical, manual winding 17 Jewel movement. 5/8 inch wide fine mesh link Piaget signed bracelet, total watch length 6 1/2 inch.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Piaget Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Opal Dial Quartz Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A ladies 18K yellow gold wristwatch centered around a rare opal dial, surrounded by a bezel, set with 30 round brilliant cut diamonds weighing 1.50ct total approximate weight. Case, ...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Piaget Lady's Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Rare Opal Dial Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Palm Beach, FL
One ladies 18K yellow gold Piaget wristwatch centered around a magnificent opal dial. The bezel measures 24mm in diameter and is set with a total of approximately 1ct of round brilli...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Piaget Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Opal Dial Mechanical Wristwatch, circa 1980
By Piaget
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 Piaget Ladies Wrist Watch, 25 X 24 MM 18K Yellow Gold Oval case, Diamond set Bezel of 26 round Brilliant cuts totaling 1.50 Carats and Grading as G in color and VS in clar...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Rolex Yellow Gold Diamond and Opal Dial Ladies Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Rolex
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Rolex Ladies Bracelet Wrist Watch, 30 X 26 MM Oval 2 Piece 14K Yellow Gold case, White Gold bezel set with Round Brilliant cut Diamonds totaling 2.25 Carats and grading a...
Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold
Movado Zenith Ladies Yellow Gold Fire Opal Dial Bracelet Wristwatch, 1970s
By Movado
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970s Amazing Piece of Functional Jewelry, Movado Zenith Ladies Bangle Bracelet Wrist Watch. The 18K Yellow Gold oval case measures 38 X 22 MM and is 8 MM thick.
Opal, 18k Gold
Piaget Ladies Yellow Gold and Opal Dial Mechanical Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980 Piaget Ladies Wrist Watch 23 X 23 M.M. Case with light textured finish, 17 Jewel Mechanical, Manual wind movement, Firey Opal dial, Gold hands. 5/8 inch wide textured bra...
Omega Lady's Yellow Gold and Opal Bracelet Watch
By Omega
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Omega Lady's 14k Yellow Gold and Opal Bracelet Watch, circa 1970s.
Opal, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Sold
W 0.91 in L 0.91 in
Piaget Lady's Yellow Gold Dancer Bracelet-Watch with Onyx and Black Opal Dial
By Piaget
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Piaget lady's 18K yellow gold Dancer bracelet watch with black opal and onyx dial featuring four diamonds.
Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Piaget Classic 9802n90 in yellow gold with a Opal dial 27mm Manual watch
By Piaget
Located in Surfside, FL
Piaget watch in 18k yellow gold with opal and pave diamond dial.
Yellow Gold
Cartier Lady's Yellow Gold Diamond Opal Tank Wristwatch
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An extremely unusual jeweled classic Tank watch with pave diamond dial and Opal inner dial. This is a very beautiful and feminine piece in unbelievable condition from the 1970's.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Piaget Yellow Gold Tanagra Diamond Opal Manual Wind Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Lambertville, NJ
18k yellow gold men's watch, crafted by Piaget, featuring black opal and diamond dial with Roman numeral markers.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Beuche-Girod Lady's Yellow Gold and Diamond Mesh Bracelet Watch
Located in Lakewood, NJ
Bueche-Girod lady's 18k yellow gold woven mesh wide bracelet watch with opal dial and diamond bezel.
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold
Piaget Ladies Yellow Gold Diamond Black Opal Dial manual Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Since 1874, Piaget has designed, developed and produced world class timepieces. This 18 karat yellow gold watch features a hypnotic black opal face.
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Piaget Wrist Watch 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Bezel Black Opal Dial
By Piaget
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Vintage Piaget Wrist Watch 18k Yellow Gold Black Opal Dial Approx. 2.86ct Marquise Diamond Bezel Reference 9342 1970's 26mm x 30mm
Diamond, Black Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Piaget Classique 18k Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl and Opal Dial Diamonds
By Piaget
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Piaget Classique 18KY Gold Mother of Pearl and Opal Dial Diamonds
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
Sold
W 1.58 in L 9.45 in
Tayma Yellow Gold Floating Islands Limited Edition Opal Graphic Print Wristwatch
By Tayma Fine Jewellery
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This limited edition watch features our Floating Islands collection of luxurious opal jewellery, inspired by a bird's eye view of Australia's Lizard and Heron Islands, and reflects t...
2000’s Dolce & Gabbana Black White High Heel Western Cowboy Ankle Boots - Heels
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Sheffield, GB
Fabulous 2000’s Dolce & Gabbana Western style heels, crafted from white and black leather with elasticated inserts to ensure a comfortable fit, 4” heel and beautiful full leather sol...
$38,400Sale Price|20% Off
Rolex x Loree Rodkin Watch
By Rolex
Located in London, GB
A Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date crafted in 18k yellow gold, customised by jewellery designer Loree Rodkin. The watch features a champagne dial with baton hour markers, day aperture...
Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Swiss Made Jaeger-LeCoultre Ladies' 18K Gold & Diamonds Cocktail watch
By Jaeger-LeCoultre
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Swiss Made Jaeger-LeCoultre Ladies' 18K Gold & Diamonds Cocktail watch Swiss Made Jaeger-LeCoultre Ladies' cocktail watch which can be dated back to the 1950's. The watch f...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Large Impressive 1897 Liberty Head Half Eagle 22K Gold Coin 14K Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Impressive and substantial estate 1897 Liberty Head Half Eagle 22K antique gold coin 14K yellow gold signet ring 1897 $5 Gold Coin, early 20th century ring setting Weight: 23.4g Chri...
14k Gold, 22k Gold
Bulgari Turquoise, Sapphire & Diamond Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Discover timeless elegance with these exquisite Bulgari Turquoise, Sapphire & Diamond Earrings. Each earring showcases a captivating center cabochon turquoise, beautifully framed by ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold
$1,850 / item
W 0.27 in L 17 in
Everyday Emerald Ruby Minimalist Chain Necklace Gift for Mom in 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Everyday Emerald Ruby Minimalist Chain Necklace Gift for Mom in 18K Gold studded with pear cut emerald and ruby. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dr...
Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18kt Yellow Gold Australian Opal & Diamond Pendant
Located in San Francisco, CA
If you're looking for an Australian opal with phenomenal play of color, then look no further. This absolutely stunning piece features a natural wavy Australian boulder opal that disp...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Timeless Flexible Art Deco Bracelet with Floating Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This is a repurposed diamond and platinum watch that has 2 carats of old diamonds floating where the timepiece was. The watch is original with diamond plaquettes in a deco design wi...
Diamond, Platinum
New Gucci Runway Python Gold Heeled Mules Sz 9.5
By Gucci
Located in Conroe, TX
Gucci Horsebit Heels Brand New * Stunning in Black Snakeskin * Studded Gold Heel * Size: 9.5 * Leather Insole * Open toe * 4.5" Heel * With Box, Dust Cover and Extra Heel Tips * Impo...
$28,800
W 0.43 in L 7 in
9.53 Carat Diamond 5-Row Flexible Tennis Bracelet in 18K Rose Gold by Merkaba
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Exquisite 5-Row 18K Rose Gold Flexible Diamond Tennis Bracelet – 9.53 Carats of Brilliance By Merkaba Beverly Hills. A masterpiece of elegance and craftsmanship, this 5-Row 18K Rose...
Diamond, White Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
$15,860Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Victorian Style Apx 3.25 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Ring
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Vintage Victorian style rose cut diamond ring. Center round rose cut diamond, approximately 3.25ct but faces up like a 4ct diamond. Approximately I/J color and VS clarity. Compliment...
Diamond, Silver
Vintage Omega Mechanical Automatic Watch 18kt
Located in New York, NY
Geneve Ladies Watch Circa 1970's High grade Swiss Mechanical Movement Working Order. 7 inch Wearable Length 36 grams 17mm diameter case
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 7.0 Carat Heart Shape Pink Diamond Cocktail Ring
By GEMME
Located in New York, NY
Heart Shape Diamond weighing 7.0 Carat with GIA certificate stating the Diamond is of Fancy Pink color and VS2 Clarity. Surrounded by reverse set White Diamonds weighing 5.02 Carats....
Pink Diamond, Platinum
Magnificent Old European Cut Diamond and Sapphire Ring
By Paul Binder
Located in Lucerne, CH
Well played fusion of an antique diamond with a modern design. Binder Zurich is a well know name for collectors all over the world. The 7.21 ct old European cut diamond of approxim...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rolex President Brown Dial Diamond 18K Day Date Watch Ref 18038
By Rolex
Located in Miami, FL
Handsome, hardly ever worn Gentlemen’s Rolex President Day Date watch, Ref 18038 dated late 1986.It is crafted in 18k yellow gold. Featuring All Original scratch resistant Sapphire C...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Dalben Magnificent Australian Opal Rose Gold Ring
By Laura Dalben
Located in Como, IT
Dalben design 18k rose gold satin finishing ring with a 10,35 carat bezel-set oval shape magnificent Coober Pedy Australian crystal opal . This wonderful Australian Opal have a kal...
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose 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).
Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.
Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.
Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.
Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.
In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.
Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.
Find antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches for sale on 1stDibs.
A fresh palette of dial colors and technological advances have elevated this classic watch model.
The elegant timepiece, which was designed more than a century ago, is garnering new interest thanks to a certain TV show.
The watch has transformed several times over, but it’s still undeniably a classic.
This is perhaps the least subtle version of the Submariner.
If you think this looks like the Rolex Kermit, you're correct.
This all-green version of the Submariner is much sought-after.
This model was designed for lefties.
This model's other nickname, Pussy Galore, come from a James Bond film.