$24,284Sale Price|20% Off
Earrings in Platinum with 6 Paraiba Tourmaline Cabouchons and 2 Diamonds
By Thomas Leyser
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
These 950/ Platinum (17.6g) Pair of Earrings are set with 6x fine Paraiba Tourmalines (cab., various shapes, 10.26ct) + 2x Diamonds (Brilliant-cut, D/VS, round, 2.5mm, 0.24ct).
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
GIA 1.575 Carats Brazilian Paraiba and Diamond Graduated Earrings in 18 Karat YG
By Kiersten Elizabeth
Located in Southport, CT
Feels like a feather on the ear. Earring Details: (12) Diamonds Weighing 1.04 Carats (14) Brazilian Paraiba Weighing 0.535 Carats GIA Report # 6214958708 Total Gem Weight: 1...
Diamond, Paraiba, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA 2.82 Carats Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond Earrings in 21 Karat Yellow Gold
By Kiersten Elizabeth
Located in Southport, CT
Earring Details: (2) Paraiba Tourmaline weighing 2.82 Carats (2) Kite-shaped Diamonds weighing 0.66 Carats D - E Color Si1 Clarity Total Gem Weight 3.48 Carats Overall M...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Paraiba Tourmaline Stones 3.13 cts in 18KWG Earrings w Dia / GIA Reports
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautifying your look with the Mozambique Paraiba tourmalines 3.13 carats set in 18K white gold earrings with 0.92 carats diamonds.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
7.87 cts Paraiba Tourmaline 7.52 cts Red Spinel IF D Diamond White Gold Earrings
By Beatrice Barzaghi Milano
Located in Milan, IT
Designed and sculpted in lost-wax by GIA Gemologist Beatrice Barzaghi, these earrings were exclusively made for Colette B. T. Handcrafted in 18K white gold (total weight 11.192 g), ...
Diamond, Spinel, Tourmaline, Paraiba, White Gold
Yellow Gold Cocktail Clip-On Earrings with Diamonds and Paraiba Tourmalines
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
The design provides the possibility to remove the paraiba tourmalines and wear the earrings without gems.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$29,000Sale Price|60% Off
NWT$72, 500 18KT Gold Rare Black Opal Paraiba Diamond and Blue Sapphire Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The Following Items we are offering is a Rare Important Spectacular and Brilliant 18KT Gold Large Gorgeous Black Opal, Emerald, Paraiba, Blue Sapphire and Diamond Dangle Earrings.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Black Opal, Opal, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold
$18,152Sale Price|20% Off
Earrings in Platinum with 2 green Paraiba Tourmaline Cabouchons and 2 Diamonds
By Thomas Leyser
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
These 950/ Platinum (18.5g) Pair of Earrings are set with 2x fine Paraiba Tourmalines (cushion shap, 10.5x8.5mm) + 2x Diamonds (Brilliant-cut, D/VS, round, 3.5mm, 0.27cts).
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
Saphire Paraiba-Agate Earrings delightful italian Design 5.90 ct 24 x 10 mm 18kt
Located in Viena, Viena
Earrings made in our traditional Italian goldsmiths in Valenza, delightful design, earrings with agate cabochon cones dyed in the color Paraiba blue, totaling approx. 5.90 ct with la...
Agate, Multi-gemstone, Pink Sapphire, Paraiba, 18k Gold, White Gold
Statement Earrings with African Paraiba Tourmalines of 28.13 Carat
By Colleen B. Rosenblat
Located in Hamburg, DE
Precious basics earrings with African paraiba tourmalines of 28.13 ct set in 18 carat white gold.
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
29.38 Carat Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline Diamond Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Montreal, QC
Beautiful pair of Chandelier Dangle Earrings set with Tear Drop Paraiba Tourmaline Gemstones from Brazil; measuring approx. 33.14 x 21.04mm and 26.63 x 19.74mm, surrounded by round b...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Clip-On Earrings with Diamonds and Paraiba Tourmalines
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary 18 karat yellow gold Hortensia cocktail clip-on earrings are encrusted with round diamonds and detachable paraiba tourmalines.
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, ...
18 Karat Yellow Gold Clip-on Earrings with Diamonds and Paraiba Tourmalines
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary 18 karat yellow gold Hortensia cocktail clip-on earrings are encrusted with round diamonds and detachable paraiba tourmalines.
Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, ...
Leon Mege cluster studs with natural pink sapphires and Paraiba tourmalines.
By Leon Mege
Located in New York, NY
Ollie is wearable poetry: the warmth of natural pink sapphire embraced by the electric cool of Paraíba, two of nature's most spectacular colors drawn into perfect, eternal orbit. Ins...
Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold
$121,008Sale Price / item|20% Off
Earrings in Platinum with 2 green Paraiba Tourmaline Pearshapes and 6 Diamonds
By Thomas Leyser
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
This pair of 950/ Platinum (7.50g) Drop Earrings are set with 2x fine blue/green Paraiba Tourmalines (facetted, pear-shape, 15x8mm, 7.93cts) + 6x Diamonds (Brilliant-cut, D/VS, round...
Leto Lama Baby Butterfly Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamonds 18 Ct Gold Stud Single
Located in London, GB
A Baby hand fabricated butterfly stud with Paraibas and Diamonds in 18 Ct Yellow Gold 0.010 ct natural white d-f, VSI diamonds 0.020 Ct natural paraiba tourmalines, Brazilian Dimens...
Diamond, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold
0.39 Carat Paraiba and 0.35 Carat Diamonds 14 Karat White Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
100% Authentic, 100% Customer Satisfaction Height: 29 Inches Width: 6.5 mm Metal:14K White Gold Hallmarks: 14K Total Weight: 3.1 Grams Stone Type: 0.39 CT Natural Paraiba & G ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
4.56 Carat Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline Emeralds Studs
By Colleen B. Rosenblat
Located in Hamburg, DE
Stunning Studs with 2 Emeralds 8.34 Carat and very rare Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline 4.56 Carat. The earrings are unique. 18 Carat White Gold They are handmade by Colleen B.
Emerald, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
47.44 Carat Peridot White Diamond Yellow and Gold Earrings
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
1 Peridot Gemstone: 46.67 Carats 38 White Round Diamonds: 0.77 Carats Metal: 18K Yellow and White Gold, 9.70 Grams
White Diamond, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold
31.53 Carat Peridot Round Diamond Yellow and White Gold Earrings
By Shimon's Creations
Located in New York, NY
2 Peridot Gemstones: 30.25 Carats 34 White Round Diamonds: 1.28 Carats Metal: 18K Yellow and White Gold, 7.80 Grams
Diamond, Paraiba, 18k Gold, White Gold
$390Sale Price|25% Off
New 6 Carat Marquise Blue Apatite Sunburst Omega 14k Gold PL Sterling Earrings
Located in Eagan, MN
These are just beautiful earrings. I love the design. The earrings have two cuts of Paraiba stones throughout, Marquise and Round.
Paraiba, Apatite, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, White Gold
23.9 Carat Morganite, Tourmaline, Amethyst, and Diamond Platinum Drop Earrings
Located in Woodstock, GA
The drop earrings also feature green Paraiba tourmaline (0.74-carat total weight), amethyst (0.49-carat total weight), and diamonds (SI-1, 0.66-carat total weight) set in platinum.
Amethyst, Diamond, Morganite, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
$13,600Sale Price / set|20% Off
Laura Gallon 18K White Gold Blue-Green Tourmaline Sapphire & Diamond Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, US
The Atlantis Earrings showcase luminous bezel-set blue-green Tourmalines at their center, surrounded by a composition of Blue Sapphires, Diamonds, and delicate Paraiba Tourmaline acc...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sunita Nahata Aquamarine & Mix Stone 8.46ct. Earring in 18KWG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Exquisite long drop earrings featuring oval-cut aquamarines, accentuated by rare alexandrite, Paraiba and brilliant diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Alexandrite, Aquamarine, Pearl, Paraiba, Gold, 1...
Unavailable|$32,095
Charming 18 Karat White Gold, Diamond and Paraiba Earring
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Charming 18 Karat White Gold, Diamond And Paraiba Earring. Earrings: Diamonds of approximately 5.068 carats, semi-precious stones approximately of 2.650 carats mounted on 18 karat wh...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$1,532 / item
Paraiba Eagle Ray Drop Earrings, Silver
By LeBlanc Jewellery
Located in Stoke-On-Trent, GB
Directly inspired by the ray’s form, the earrings are crafted with an assortment of fancy cut limited edition rare paraiba tourmalines.
Blue Sapphire, Paraiba, Silver
Unavailable|$1,532 / item
The Paraiba Eagle Ray Earrings, Limited Edition, Silver
By LeBlanc Jewellery
Located in Stoke-On-Trent, GB
Directly inspired by the ray’s form, the earrings are crafted with an assortment of fancy cut limited edition rare paraiba tourmalines.
Sapphire, Paraiba, Silver
Unavailable|$39,000
Oval Paraiba Tourmaline Earrings
Located in New York, NY
18kt gold diamond earrings with oval Paraiba Tourmaline pendants surrounded in diamond pave.
Unavailable|$45,000
Paraiba & Rare Earth Diamond Earrings 18K Gold Adjustable
Located in Naples, FL
Custom designed Paraiba tourmaline and rare earth earrings decorated with round brilliant cut Chocolate diamonds around rare earth drops and accented with green diamonds (R) and blue...
Diamond, Paraiba, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$5,107 / item
Paraiba Eagle Ray Earrings, Limited Edition 18 Karat
By LeBlanc Jewellery
Located in Stoke-On-Trent, GB
Directly inspired by the ray’s form, the earrings are crafted with an assortment of fancy cut limited edition rare paraiba tourmalines.
Blue Sapphire, Paraiba, Gold, 10k Gold
Unavailable|$3,291 / item
Paraiba Eagle Ray Earrings, Limited Edition 10 Karat
By LeBlanc Jewellery
Located in Stoke-On-Trent, GB
Directly inspired by the ray’s form, the earrings are crafted with an assortment of fancy cut limited edition rare paraiba tourmalines.
Blue Sapphire, Paraiba, Gold, 10k Gold
Unavailable|$5,107 / item
The Paraiba Eagle Ray Earrings, Limited Edition, 18 Karat
By LeBlanc Jewellery
Located in Stoke-On-Trent, GB
Directly inspired by the ray’s form, the earrings are crafted with an assortment of fancy cut limited edition rare paraiba tourmalines.
Sapphire, Paraiba, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$148,500
Robert Pelliccia 4.25ctw Paraiba Tourmaline and 3.63ctw Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in Lighthouse Point, FL
These custom earrings feature two pear shaped Mozambique Paraiba Tourmalines (3.60ctw) alongside oval shaped rare Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline (.62ctw) for ultimate luxury.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$3,291 / item
The Paraiba Eagle Ray Earrings, Limited Edition, 10kt White Gold
By LeBlanc Jewellery
Located in Stoke-On-Trent, GB
Directly inspired by the ray’s form, the earrings are crafted with an assortment of fancy cut limited edition rare paraiba tourmalines.
Sapphire, Paraiba, 10k Gold, White Gold
RARE GIA CERT 3.35 & 3.57 crt paraiba tourmaline 2.76 crt diamond drop earring
Located in kowloon, Kowloon
RARE GIA CERT 3.35 & 3.57 crt paraiba tourmaline 2.76 crt diamond dangle earring Presenting a truly exceptional and captivating pair of earrings: the Rare GIA Certified 3.35 & 3.57 ...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 14k Gold
Earrings with Round Slabs of Lapis Lazuli, Diamonds, Blue Sapphires, Paraibas
Located in ประเวศ, TH
Discover the epitome of elegance and individuality with VOTIVE Jewellery's extraordinary earrings crafted with utmost finesse and attention to detail.
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold, Whi...
Unavailable|$2,474 / item
18kt Rose Gold Les Bois Earrings With Green Onix and Blue Paraiba
By Falcinelli Italy
Located in Arezzo, IT
Elegant gold earrings characterized by pendants with stone wrapped in a pavè of blue paraiba that give a touch of freshness to the jewel.
Diamond, Onyx, Paraiba, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Unavailable|$24,098
4.27 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline Diamond Flower Earrings
By Inbar fine jewellery
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
Paraiba Tourmaline and diamond flower dangle earrings
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$7,000 / set
Susan Lister Locke 6.5 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline Cloud Earrings in 18kt Gold
By Susan Lister Locke
Located in Nantucket, MA
Frame your face in 6.5 carats of breathtaking Oval Cabochon Paraiba Tourmalines that suspend from 18kt Gold textured “clouds”. Post and omega backs.
Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$15,500 / set
Susan Lister Locke Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond Heart of the Sea Earrings
By Susan Lister Locke
Located in Nantucket, MA
Brazilian Paraiba Tourmalines and Diamonds set in 18kt Gold—forming scallops, shells, waves and hearts, with a total weight of 5.13ct Paraibas and 0.70ct Diamonds. Brazilian Paraib...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold
ICA certified 2.45 Carat Green Paraiba and 2.61 Carat Tourmaline Earrings
Located in London, GB
ICA-certified 2.45 Carat Green Paraiba and 2.61 Carat Tourmaline Earrings Come with an ICA lab report.
Tourmaline, Paraiba, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$40,000
Naomi Sarna Turquoise Diamond Paraiba Tassel Earrings
By Naomi Sarna
Located in New York, NY
Bright and sassy, these tassel earrings feature American Sleeping Beauty Turquoise, the finest American turquoise, strung with sparkling white diamond beads and custom made white dia...
White Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$38,500
Striking Rubellite, Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond Earrings
By Tayma Fine Jewellery
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Spectacular matching hot pink emerald cut Rubellites with contrasting neon turquoise Paraiba tourmalines and white diamonds Gemstone weight: 2 Rubellite tourmalines: 8.33 cts 4...
Tourmaline, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$110,000
GIA Certified Paraiba Tourmaline Earrings Set in Platinum
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified 2.52 carat total weight, Matching-Pair pear-shaped Paraiba Tourmaline earrings. 2.33 carat total weight pear-shaped and round Paraiba Tourmaline (surrounding stones).
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Unavailable|$3,997
Gray Diamond and Paraiba Tourmaline Halo Stud Earrings
Located in La Neuveville, Berne
Features elegant round cut Gray Diamond surrounded by a micro pavé single row of sparkling round Paraiba Tourmaline set in White Gold. Earrings Details : Gray Diamond : 2.92 To...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Tourmaline, White Gold, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$26,000 / set
Susan Lister Locke Vertebrae Earrings with Paraiba Tourmalines in 18kt Gold
By Susan Lister Locke
Located in Nantucket, MA
Beautifully-detailed 18kt Gold Vertebrae Earrings set with rare and stunning Navette Cut Paraiba Tourmaline.
Tourmaline, Paraiba, Gold, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$48,500
Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond Clip Earrings
Located in New York, NY
18kt white gold cushion cut Paraiba tourmaline clip earrings set with several round brilliant diamonds.
Unavailable|$19,000
18k White Gold, Diamonds, Paraiba, Aquamarine
Located in Bangkok, TH
White Diamonds 0.964 cts - Paraiba 0.641 cts - Aquamarine Trillion 2 pcs 4.50 cts The pieces are unique creations engraved with Alessio Boschi's brand & logo, and a serial number...
Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Paraiba, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$15,315 / set
DELFINA DELETTREZ 18 Karat White Gold Paraiba Drop Earrings
By Delfina Delettrez
Located in Roma, IT
These one of a kind Paraiba drop earrings designed by Italian jeweller Delfina Delettrez are handcrafted in her roman atelier from 18 karat white gold 4,83 gr and feature a curved ba...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$10,839
Paraiba Tourmaline and 18K Yellow Gold Pendant (P11881n)
Located in Teófilo Otoni, MG
Tourmaline Paraíba 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Product description: This solid 18k Tourmaline Paraíba and Yellow Gold Pendant is made with a unique gemstone. From the Brazilian state of...
Paraiba, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$29,500
Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline and Diamond White Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
2.12 carat total weight pear-shape Paraiba Tourmaline. 0.60 carat total wight pear-shape diamonds. 1.36 carat total weight round diamonds.
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$7,500
8.75 Carat Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline Rose Gold Matrix Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These fashionable earrings feature two Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline Matrix, 8.75 carat total weight, set in 18K Rose Gold.
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$82,500
GIA Certified 13.89 Carat Paraiba Tourmaline Earrings
By Shreve, Crump & Low
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
18 karat white gold custom made Paraiba Tourmaline and diamond cluster earrings. Consisting of a match pair of Paraiba Tourmaline's having a total weight 13.89 carat both come with G...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$18,000
24.85 Carat Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline White Gold Matrix Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These stylish earrings feature two Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline Matrix, 24.85 carat total weight.
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$18,000
35.78 Carat Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline Matrix Earrings Set in 18 Karat
Located in New York, NY
These stylish earrings feature two Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline Matrix, 35.78 carat total weight.
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$15,000
31.30 Carat Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline Matrix Earrings Set in White Gold
Located in New York, NY
These stylish earrings feature two Brazilian Paraiba Tourmaline Matrix, 31.30 carat total weight.
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Earrings Gold 18 Karat Paraiba Tourmalines 8.72 Carat 351 Diamonds 1.64 Carat
By Roxalana
Located in Geneva, CH
Earrings White Gold 18K Paraiba Tourmalines 8.72cts 351 White Diamonds 1.64cts
White Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White 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.
In the United States, ear piercing didn’t really become popular until the 1950s and ‘60s, but our desire for a dazzling pair of vintage earrings has deeper roots than that. In fact, wearing earrings actually goes back thousands of years, and you can find many tangible connections between now and then in how we continue to talk about these treasured accessories.
Women wore ornamental earrings — studs and hoops at the very least — in Ancient Egypt, which is home to mines that are among the earliest sources of emeralds in the world. Emerald earrings are highly prized today, and their quality lies in their rich, saturated color. The highest-quality emeralds are green or bluish-green. Earrings worn by the affluent in early Roman civilizations were set with precious stones such as diamonds and pearls, and a clean-looking pop of pearl on the front of the lobe is as timeless as ever. Hoop earrings are imbued with symbolism and cultural significance for many, and on view in the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Ancient Near Eastern Art Gallery is a pair of simple gold hoops from Mesopotamia dating to between 2600 and 2500 B.C.
Today, ear piercing is very popular all over the world, and, as a result, it is difficult to overstate how much everyone pines for a good pair of earrings — modernist drop earrings, glamorous Victorian hoops, geometrically complex chandelier earrings, you name it. Sure, jewelry trends and the fashion darlings of social media come and go, but earrings have a staying power that seems impenetrable: The still-strong love affair between British royals and Cartier earrings is more than a century old, glossy 1970s hoops from legacy houses such as Bulgari and Van Cleef & Arpels remain the statement makers they’ve always been and although people have been stacking earrings for many moons, the allure of an expertly mismatched stack of charms and studs still feels fresh and new.
While there is no shortage of modern earring designs to choose from, the classics, like coral earrings, Art Deco–style earrings and diamond drop earrings are still heavy hitters. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique, new and vintage earrings today.
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