Early Georgian Pink Topaz Necklace and Earring Demi-Parure Set
Located in Narberth, PA
A demi-parure, "parure" meaning "adorn" in French, is a partial set of matching jewelry designed to
Topaz, 18k Gold
$14,998 / set
W 2.5 in D 1 in Dm 4.5 in L 16.5 in
Couture c1950 Schiaparelli Baretti GeorgianCannetille Beaded Four-Piece Parure
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in Chicago, IL
Distinguished by the tightly coiled style of Georgian-period-inspired cannetille gold wire that
Crystal, Gold, Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal
Mid-Century Pearl Citrine Quartz Earrings Necklace Demi-Parure Set Portuguese
Located in Lisbon, PT
An exquisite Mid-Century citrine and pearl necklace and earrings demi-parure, crafted in silver and
Citrine, Pearl, Quartz, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$19,661 / set
W 1.34 in L 2.68 in
Antique 17th/18th Century Sequilé Diamond Demi-Parure Yellow Gold Portuguese
Located in Lisbon, PT
” earrings and pendant/brooch demi-parure, Portuguese, with hallmarks from the period and in the original
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,758 / set
H 2.49 in W 2.56 in L 16.54 in
Vintage Georgian Style Statement Crystal Droplet Rivière & Earrings Set 1960s
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A divine Vintage Emerald Crystal Demi Parure. Inspired by Georgian jewellery designs this
Fine Georgian Citrine and Gold Parure
Located in London, GB
A fine Georgian citrine and gold parure, consisting of a necklace, a pair of earrings and a pair of
Citrine, Gold, Yellow Gold
Late Georgian Aquamarine and Gold Parure
Located in London, GB
A late Georgian gold aquamarine parure of a necklace, a pair of drop earrings, a bodice brooch, a
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian Pink Topaz and Gold Cannetille Suite
Located in London, GB
84.2grams. This magnificent Georgian parure consists of a necklace, earrings, brooch, and bracelet and
Topaz, Gold
Late Georgian Gold Aquamarine, Topaz and Turquoise Suite
Located in London, GB
A late Georgian gold aquamarine, pink topaz and turquoise suite, consisting of a necklace, a pair
Aquamarine, Topaz, Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold
English Georgian Imperial Topaz Demi-Parure
Located in Greenwich, CT
An antique imperial topaz and diamond demi parure, the pendant earrings designed with large
Diamond, Topaz, Gold Plate
Georgian Sterling Paste Stone Egyptian Lotus Parure
Located in Litchfield County, CT
Regal circa 1815-1830s stunningly cut 800 silver paste stone parure in the original clam shaped box
Sterling Silver
Georgian Gold Parure, Convertible Brooch Hairpin and Earrings with Turquoises
Located in PARIS, FR
Antique 18Kt rose and yellow gold, enamel and gem-set parure composed of a brooch and earrings
Turquoise, Gold
Unavailable
Diamond pearl and black enamel parure
Located in Milano, IT
A jellow gold old-cut diamond natural pearl and black enamel parure. Comprising a pair of ear
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Unavailable
H 1.5 in W 1.19 in
Set Demi-Parure Diamonds Gold Portuguese 1700s Set Earrings and Brooch Pendant
Located in Viana do Castelo, PT
A Very rare Museum worthy Portuguese XVIII Century (1700s) Demi Parure in silver and gold and
Diamond, Gold, Silver, 18k Gold
An 18 Carat Gold and Coral Georgian Parure
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat parure of pineapple cut coral beads, France, early 19th century. weight bracelets
Coral, Gold, Brass
Sold
W 1.82 in L 3.35 in
Antique 18th Century Iberian Emerald Earrings Brooch/Pendant Demi Parure Spanish
Located in Lisbon, PT
Antique 18th century Iberian emerald demi-parure composed by earrings and brooch/pendant in yellow
Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
W 2.21 in L 2.13 in
Antique demi parure in original box, bracelet, earrings and brooch pendant, XIXs
Located in Chorzów, PL
Representative set of jewelry from the end of the 19th century, the so-called demi-parure, or a set
Diamond, Silver
Georgian Boxed Set of 15k Garnet Day to Night Earrings and Stomacher
Located in Hummelstown, PA
This delightful and incredibly scarce Georgian demi-parure contains a matched suite of jewels
Garnet, 15k Gold
Antique Georgian Era Amethyst Chrysoberyl Gold Parure, circa 1830
Located in Chicago, IL
This magnificent antique parure from the late Georgian era, circa 1830, features large faceted
Amethyst
Antique Georgian 18 Karat and Citrine Riviere and Earrings Demi-Parure
Located in Baltimore, MD
This stunning demi-parure includes an 18K faceted citrine necklace and matching pair of pendent
Citrine, 18k Gold
Georgian gold and pearl parure
Located in Milano, IT
A yellow gold, black enamel and natural pearl parure comprising a necklace, a pair of pendent
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Rare Georgian Precious Topaz Diamond Sevigne Demi Parure
Located in New York , NY
A wonderful rare demi parure a la Marquise de Sevigne of precious Topaz and diamonds. Very good
Topaz, Diamond, 15k Gold
Antique Georgian Diamond Demi-Parure, Pendant Brooch Earrings
Located in San Marcos, CA
This is a magnificent Georgian to early Victorian era demi-parure in the original French
Diamond, 14k Gold
Sumptuous Georgian Aquamarine & Amethyst Demi Parure
Located in Wimberley, TX
yellow gold repoussé and scroll work. Remarkably versatile, this Georgian necklace can be disassembled to
Aquamarine, 18k Gold
Sold
Amethyst Parure
Located in Milano, IT
A yellow gold and amethyst parure composed of one necklace, two bracelets, one brooch, a tiara and
Amethyst, 18k Gold
Georgian Almandine Garnet Parure 18ct Gold circa 1820 in Original Fitted Box
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A superb Georgian flat cut almandine garnet full parure, complete with original display box. It
Garnet, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georgian Almandine Garnet Parure 15 Karat Gold circa 1820 in Original Fitted Box
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A superb Georgian flat cut almandine garnet parure, complete with original display box. It
Garnet, 15k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Cannetille & Topaz Parure
Located in Austin, TX
18k gold cannetille, pearls, and natural pink topaz parure features a pair of earrings, a necklace
Early 19th Century Chrysoberyl Parure
Located in San Francisco, CA
parure. This elegant antique suite provides all your jewelry needs with a necklace, earrings that can be
18k Gold
18th Century Ruby and Diamond Earrings and Necklace Demi-Parure
Located in Austin, TX
Consisting of natural rubies in gold collect settings and diamonds in silver, this piece was made in France or Italy in the second half of the 18th century. For well over a century, ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sterling Silver, 18k Gold
Kathrine Baumann Leopard Design Swarovski Crystal Minaudiere Evening Bag
By Kathrine Baumann Beverly Hills
Located in Tustin, CA
Exquisite handmade designer, Kathrine Baumann, who is the celebrated handbag maker to the stars, leopard pattern pillow shaped minaudière, evening bag or evening clutch is completely...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Lace up Top and Skirt
By John Galliano, Christian Dior
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible 2 piece silk skirt and top set in a pink and yellow flower print from John Galliano for Christian Dior. The top has adjustable functional pink lacing at the center fron...
Elaborate Victorian Tortoise shell Comb
Located in New York, NY
Elaborate Victorian Tortoise shell Comb from the mid 19th Century. Carving is exceptional with motifs undercut from a solid piece of tortoiseshell to create a light, open fretwork ...
$1,036Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 10
1990s Bob Mackie Size 10 Black Crepe Sexy 90s Vintage High Slit Evening Gown
By Bob Mackie
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy, yet sophisticated 1990s BOB MACKIE black crepe bodycon evening dress! Features an elegant sweetheart neckline, with satin trim. Figure flattering silhouette that hugs the body ...
$175Sale Price|30% Off
Size: French 36 (Best Fits US 2-4)
Thierry Mugler Silk Animal Leopard Print Top, C.1990
By Thierry Mugler
Located in Atlanta, GA
Purrrr-fection! This Thierry Mugler C.1990 silk top is loaded with feline details beyond the animal print. It snaps at the back with an hourglass silhouette which nips at the waist...
Alaia Spring-Summer 1986 magenta acetate knit bodycon dress
By Azzedine Alaïa
Located in London, GB
Alaia Spring-Summer 1986 magenta acetate knit bodycon dress
Emilio Pucci S/S 2012 Runway Unworn Embellished Sheer Lace Cutout Mini Dress
By Emilio Pucci
Located in Naples, FL
Emilio Pucci S/S 2012 Runway Unworn Embellished Sheer Lace Cutout Gold Mini Dress Look 31 from the Spring 2012 Collection by Peter Dundas. Size: IT 40 Condition: Unworn with addi...
Hermes Kelly 28cm Craie "Chalk" Off White Epsom Sellier Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Kelly 28cm Craie "Chalk" Off White Epsom Sellier Bag Craie with Palladium Hardware is spectacular in person! Brand New in Box. Store Fresh. Pristine Condition (with plastic o...
Hermes Kelly 25 Retourne Bag Vert d'Eau Matte Alligator with Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly 25 Retourne bag featured in sublime Vert d'Eau Matte Alligator. Timeless and chic, this gorgeous Kelly bag only grows more beautiful as it ages, sho...
1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra
Located in New York, NY
1950S Black Nylon/Lace Bullet Bra
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 Brown Plunging Keyhole Neck Bodycon Midi Dress
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
ALEXANDER McQUEEN S/S 1996 Brown Plunging Keyhole Neck Bodycon Midi Dress Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: Spring / Summer 1996 Designer: Alexander McQueen Sty...
$775
Size: Small / Medium
Vintage Missoni 1990s Turquoise Teal Blue Knit Vintage 90s Halter Top OR Skirt
By Missoni
Located in San Diego, CA
Chic vintage 1990s MISSONI turquoise, teal, and blue signature rayon knit halter top OR skirt! Features bold vibrant shades of blue that are perfect on any skin tone. Simple slips ov...
$2,275
Size: 32 A / Small
1960s Christian Dior 32A Silk Three Piece Bloomers Bra 60s Vintage Lingerie Set
By Christian Dior
Located in San Diego, CA
Rare 1960s Christian Dior silk lingerie set ! Features baby blue silk bloomer shorts that have a button closure on the back. Two different bras—one in pink, and one in ivory. Dior lo...
$457
H 5.5 in W 1.5 in L 9 in
Vintage 1950's French Floral Beaded Clutch Bag 1950's Beaded floral handbag
Located in Nashville, TN
A true beauty to behold, this original 1950's micro beaded clutch bag, rendered in the smallest iridescent white rocaille beads, accented by a raised scalloped pattern throughout, in...
Hermes Birkin 30 Blue Celeste Bag Gold Hardware Epsom Leather
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Birkin 30 bag featured in rare Blue Celeste. This beautiful sky blue Birkin bag is complimented with Gold hardware. Neutral and as stunning in winter as s...
$1,295
Size: 46 / US 10
Vintage Missoni Spring 2004 SZ 46 2000s Fully Sequin Blue Y2K Knit Halter Dress
By Missoni
Located in San Diego, CA
Never worn early 2000s MISSONI fully sequined striped knit halter dress ! Features vibrant colors of blue, turquoise, navy blue and yellow throughout. Thousands of hand-sewn clear se...
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.
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