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Victor Velyan Garnet Ring in Brown Patina
Victor Velyan Garnet Ring in Brown Patina

Victor Velyan Garnet Ring in Brown Patina

By Victor Velyan

Located in Carmel, CA

It is made of a base of pure Silver with all accent work created in 24k yellow gold The 'brown' you see on the setting is a proprietary patina hand painted and bonded with the metal.

Category

2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Garnet, 24k Gold, Silver

Antique Burmese Misty Blue Ice Type Jadeite Jade Classic Round Bangle Bracelet
Antique Burmese Misty Blue Ice Type Jadeite Jade Classic Round Bangle Bracelet

Antique Burmese Misty Blue Ice Type Jadeite Jade Classic Round Bangle Bracelet

Located in Wan Chai District, HK

Free from ornamental surface carving, the design relies strictly on pure volumetric proportion and historical patina to command attention.

Category

20th Century Hong Kong Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Jade

24 Karat Gold Ancient Roman Hoop Earrings 2000 Years Old 2nd-4th Century 1.25"
24 Karat Gold Ancient Roman Hoop Earrings 2000 Years Old 2nd-4th Century 1.25"

24 Karat Gold Ancient Roman Hoop Earrings 2000 Years Old 2nd-4th Century 1.25"

Located in New York, NY

The superb quality casting of the earrings showcases the supreme skill of the ancient Roman craftsmen. The patina on the pure gold earrings is exquisite. It is very rare to find la...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 24k Gold

24 Karat Gold Ancient Greek Pendant Necklace Face of Helios Sun 2500 Years Old
24 Karat Gold Ancient Greek Pendant Necklace Face of Helios Sun 2500 Years Old

24 Karat Gold Ancient Greek Pendant Necklace Face of Helios Sun 2500 Years Old

Located in New York, NY

The superb quality of the 24 Karat Gold face of Helios showcases the supreme skill of the ancient Greeks. The patina on the pure gold pendant is exquisite. It is very rare to find ...

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Greek Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victor Velyan Spessartite Diamond Silver Gold Ring
Victor Velyan Spessartite Diamond Silver Gold Ring

Victor Velyan Spessartite Diamond Silver Gold Ring

By Victor Velyan

Located in Carmel, CA

It is made of a base of pure Silver with all accent work created in 24k yellow gold The 'green' you see on the setting is a proprietary patina hand painted and bonded with the metal.

Category

2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Garnet, 24k Gold, Silver

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Victor Velyan Coral Cuff in Green Patina
Victor Velyan Coral Cuff in Green Patina

Victor Velyan Coral Cuff in Green Patina

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H 1.25 in W 2.63 in L 2.38 in

Victor Velyan Coral Cuff in Green Patina

By Victor Velyan

Located in Carmel, CA

The 'green' is a proprietary patina hand painted and bonded with the metal. It will change in color, fade and wear naturally over time, revealing the underlying pure metal.

Category

2010s American Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Coral, 24k Gold, Silver

Gold and Silver Band with Nails in Brown Patina
Gold and Silver Band with Nails in Brown Patina

Gold and Silver Band with Nails in Brown Patina

By Victor Velyan

Located in Carmel, CA

The 'brown' is a proprietary patina hand painted and bonded with the metal. It will change in color, fade and wear naturally over time, revealing the underlying pure metal.

Category

2010s American Band Rings

Materials

24k Gold, Silver

Victor Velyan Pink Tourmaline Diamond Silver Gold Ring
Victor Velyan Pink Tourmaline Diamond Silver Gold Ring

Victor Velyan Pink Tourmaline Diamond Silver Gold Ring

By Victor Velyan

Located in Carmel, CA

It is made of a base of pure Silver with all accent work created in 24k yellow gold The 'white' is a proprietary patina hand painted and bonded with the metal.

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2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 24k Gold, Silver

Victor Velyan Turquoise Gold Ring
Victor Velyan Turquoise Gold Ring

Victor Velyan Turquoise Gold Ring

By Victor Velyan

Located in Carmel, CA

It is made of a base of pure Silver with all accent work created in 24k yellow gold The 'brown' is a proprietary patina hand painted and bonded with the metal.

Category

2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Turquoise, 24k Gold, Silver

Victor Velyan Prehnite and Pink Sapphire Ring
Victor Velyan Prehnite and Pink Sapphire Ring

Victor Velyan Prehnite and Pink Sapphire Ring

By Victor Velyan

Located in Carmel, CA

It is made of a base of pure Silver with all accent work created in 24k yellow gold The 'brown' you see on the setting is a proprietary patina hand painted and bonded with the metal.

Category

2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, 24k Gold, Silver

Victor Velyan Peridot Pearl Sapphire Gold Earrings
Victor Velyan Peridot Pearl Sapphire Gold Earrings

Victor Velyan Peridot Pearl Sapphire Gold Earrings

By Victor Velyan

Located in Carmel, CA

The 'brown' is a proprietary patina hand painted and bonded with the metal. It will change in color, fade and wear naturally over time, revealing the underlying pure metal.

Category

2010s American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Peridot, Sapphire, 24k Gold, Silver

Victor Velyan Ammolite Pendant
Victor Velyan Ammolite Pendant

Victor Velyan Ammolite Pendant

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W 1.5 in D 0.24 in L 2.37 in

Victor Velyan Ammolite Pendant

By Victor Velyan

Located in Carmel, CA

The 'brown' on the reverse is a proprietary patina hand painted and bonded with the metal. It will change in color, fade and wear naturally over time, revealing the underlying pure m...

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2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Silver

Victor Velyan Amazonite Diamond Gold Ring
Victor Velyan Amazonite Diamond Gold Ring

Victor Velyan Amazonite Diamond Gold Ring

By Victor Velyan

Located in Carmel, CA

It is made of a base of pure Silver with all accent work created in 24k yellow gold The 'brown' is a proprietary patina hand painted and bonded with the metal.

Category

2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Amazonite, Diamond, 24k Gold, Silver

Victor Velyan Blue Zircon Ring
Victor Velyan Blue Zircon Ring

Victor Velyan Blue Zircon Ring

By Victor Velyan

Located in Carmel, CA

The 'brown' is a proprietary patina hand painted and bonded with the metal. It will change in color, fade and wear naturally over time, revealing the underlying pure metal.

Category

2010s American Dome Rings

Materials

Zircon, 24k Gold, Silver

Victor Velyan Kyanite Moonstone Silver Gold Ring
Victor Velyan Kyanite Moonstone Silver Gold Ring

Victor Velyan Kyanite Moonstone Silver Gold Ring

By Victor Velyan

Located in Carmel, CA

It is made of a base of pure Silver with all accent work created in 24k yellow gold The 'green' you see on the setting is a proprietary patina hand painted and bonded with the metal.

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2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Moonstone, 24k Gold, Silver

Victor Velyan Peridot Silver Gold Ring
Victor Velyan Peridot Silver Gold Ring

Victor Velyan Peridot Silver Gold Ring

By Victor Velyan

Located in Carmel, CA

It is made of a base of pure Silver with all accent work created in 24k yellow gold The 'brown' is a proprietary patina hand painted and bonded with the metal.

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2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

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Victor Velyan Emerald and Diamond Earrings
Victor Velyan Emerald and Diamond Earrings

Victor Velyan Emerald and Diamond Earrings

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W 0.88 in D 0.13 in L 2.69 in

Victor Velyan Emerald and Diamond Earrings

By Victor Velyan

Located in Carmel, CA

The 'white' on the reverse is a proprietary patina hand painted and bonded with the metal. It will change in color, fade and wear naturally over time, revealing the underlying pure m...

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2010s American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 24k Gold, Sterling Silver

Victor Velyan Faceted Green Onyx Diamond Gold Ring
Victor Velyan Faceted Green Onyx Diamond Gold Ring

Victor Velyan Faceted Green Onyx Diamond Gold Ring

By Victor Velyan

Located in Dallas, TX

It fades naturally over time revealing the pure metal underneath. Most patinas can be reapplied per request and at no charge.

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2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Onyx, 24k Gold, Sterling Silver

Victor Veylan Golden Zircon Diamond Silver Gold Earrings
Victor Veylan Golden Zircon Diamond Silver Gold Earrings

Victor Veylan Golden Zircon Diamond Silver Gold Earrings

By Victor Velyan

Located in Carmel, CA

The 'brown' is a proprietary patina hand painted and bonded with the metal. It will change in color, fade and wear naturally over time, revealing the underlying pure metal.

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2010s American Drop Earrings

Materials

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Victor Velyan Black Star Sapphire Diamond Pendant
Victor Velyan Black Star Sapphire Diamond Pendant

Victor Velyan Black Star Sapphire Diamond Pendant

By Victor Velyan

Located in Carmel, CA

The 'brown' is a proprietary patina hand painted and bonded with the metal. It will change in color, fade and wear naturally over time, revealing the underlying pure metal.

Category

2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Star Sapphire, 24k Gold, Silver

Victor Velyan Turquoise Diamond Silver Gold Leaf Pendant
Victor Velyan Turquoise Diamond Silver Gold Leaf Pendant

Victor Velyan Turquoise Diamond Silver Gold Leaf Pendant

By Victor Velyan

Located in Carmel, CA

The 'brown' is a proprietary patina hand painted and bonded with the metal. It will change in color, fade and wear naturally over time, revealing the underlying pure metal.

Category

2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, 24k Gold, Silver

Victor Velyan Turquoise Silver Gold Link Bracelet
Victor Velyan Turquoise Silver Gold Link Bracelet

Victor Velyan Turquoise Silver Gold Link Bracelet

By Victor Velyan

Located in Carmel, CA

The 'brown' is a proprietary patina hand painted and bonded with the metal. It will change in color, fade and wear naturally over time, revealing the underlying pure metal.

Category

2010s American Link Bracelets

Materials

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Victor Velyan Wide Garnet Sapphire and Chrome Diopside Cuff
Victor Velyan Wide Garnet Sapphire and Chrome Diopside Cuff

Victor Velyan Wide Garnet Sapphire and Chrome Diopside Cuff

By Victor Velyan

Located in Carmel, CA

The 'white' is a proprietary patina hand painted and bonded with the metal. It does change in color, fade and wear naturally over time, revealing the underlying pure metal.

Category

2010s American Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Garnet, Sapphire, 24k Gold, Silver

Victor Velyan Chrome Diopside Silver Gold Cuff Bracelet
Victor Velyan Chrome Diopside Silver Gold Cuff Bracelet

Victor Velyan Chrome Diopside Silver Gold Cuff Bracelet

By Victor Velyan

Located in Carmel, CA

The 'green' is a proprietary patina hand painted and bonded with the metal. It will change in color, fade and wear naturally over time, revealing the underlying pure metal.

Category

2010s American Cuff Bracelets

Materials

24k Gold, Silver

Victor Velyan Blue Zircon Silver Gold Cuff Bracelet
Victor Velyan Blue Zircon Silver Gold Cuff Bracelet

Victor Velyan Blue Zircon Silver Gold Cuff Bracelet

By Victor Velyan

Located in Carmel, CA

The 'brown' is a proprietary patina hand painted and bonded with the metal. It will change in color, fade and wear naturally over time, revealing the underlying pure metal.

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2010s American Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Zircon, 24k Gold, Silver

Victor Velyan Green Tourmaline Diamond Silver Gold Cuff Bracelet
Victor Velyan Green Tourmaline Diamond Silver Gold Cuff Bracelet

Victor Velyan Green Tourmaline Diamond Silver Gold Cuff Bracelet

By Victor Velyan

Located in Carmel, CA

The 'brown' is a proprietary patina hand painted and bonded with the metal. It will change in color, fade and wear naturally over time, revealing the underlying pure metal.

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2010s American Cuff Bracelets

Materials

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1930's Movado Vintage Mens Stainless Steel Elapsed Time Pilots Watch
1930's Movado Vintage Mens Stainless Steel Elapsed Time Pilots Watch

1930's Movado Vintage Mens Stainless Steel Elapsed Time Pilots Watch

By Movado

Located in Suwanee, GA

Its original dial, not highly toned with patina, is pure Art Deco elegance, with blued steel hands sweeping across a two-tone silvered surface, subsidiary seconds at 6, and bold pain...

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Victor Velyan Chain with Gold Links in Brown Patina - 20"
Victor Velyan Chain with Gold Links in Brown Patina - 20"

Victor Velyan Chain with Gold Links in Brown Patina - 20"

By Victor Velyan

Located in Carmel, CA

He paints these patinas onto pure silver, which results the signature look in a variety of colors.

Category

2010s American Chain Necklaces

Materials

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Earrings by Victor Velyan, Agate Drops
Earrings by Victor Velyan, Agate Drops

Earrings by Victor Velyan, Agate Drops

By Victor Velyan

Located in Dallas, TX

I will change color, fade and wear naturally over time revealing the pure metal with patina. Most patina can be reapplied over time and at no cost.

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2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

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Victor Velyan Moonstone Apatite Silver Gold Ring
Victor Velyan Moonstone Apatite Silver Gold Ring

Victor Velyan Moonstone Apatite Silver Gold Ring

By Victor Velyan

Located in Carmel, CA

It is made of a base of pure Silver with all accent work created in 24k yellow gold The 'brown' is a proprietary patina hand painted and bonded with the metal.

Category

2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

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Victor Velyan Star Sapphire Ring
Victor Velyan Star Sapphire Ring

Victor Velyan Star Sapphire Ring

By Victor Velyan

Located in Dallas, TX

Can be sized to fit. The patina is proprietary and will change in color, fade and wear naturally over time, revealing the underlying combination of patina and pure metal.

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2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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Victor Velyan Moonstone Apatite Gold Ring
Victor Velyan Moonstone Apatite Gold Ring

Victor Velyan Moonstone Apatite Gold Ring

By Victor Velyan

Located in Carmel, CA

It is made of a base of pure Silver with all accent work created in 24k yellow gold The 'brown' is a proprietary patina hand painted and bonded with the metal.

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24 Karat Gold Ancient Roman Gold Ring 2nd century AD 2000 Years Old Wearable
24 Karat Gold Ancient Roman Gold Ring 2nd century AD 2000 Years Old Wearable

24 Karat Gold Ancient Roman Gold Ring 2nd century AD 2000 Years Old Wearable

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The superb quality of the ring showcases the supreme skill of the ancient Roman craftsmen. The patina on the pure gold ring is exquisite. It is very rare to find wearable gold jewe...

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John Galliano Ivory Metallic Jacquard Slip Dress with Rhinestone Straps, SS 2003

By John Galliano

Located in London, GB

Bias-cut slip dress in ivory and gold-tone viscose blend jacquard, designed by John Galliano for Spring-Summer 2003. The fabric features a woven floral damask motif with metallic thr...

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Early 2000s French Evening Dresses and Gowns

Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Camisole and Skirt Set
Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Camisole and Skirt Set

Christian Dior by John Galliano Lace Camisole and Skirt Set

By Christian Dior, John Galliano

Located in Water Mill, NY

A fabulous 2 piece set in white lace from Christian Dior. It consists of a scoop neck camisole tank style top and straight midi length skirt in alternating lines of lace and sheer. ...

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Early 2000s French Day Dresses

Hermès Birkin 35 Alligator Matte Bleu de Malte Palladium Hardware
Hermès Birkin 35 Alligator Matte Bleu de Malte Palladium Hardware

Hermès Birkin 35 Alligator Matte Bleu de Malte Palladium Hardware

By Hermès

Located in Berlin, BE

Hermès Birkin 35 in bleu de malte and matte alligator leather with palladium hardware. The bag is unworn but has a small scratch on one foot and a small sign on the inside bottom. Co...

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2010s French Top Handle Bags

Large Ancient Greek Rock Crystal Gold Ring 2nd Century BC
Large Ancient Greek Rock Crystal Gold Ring 2nd Century BC

Large Ancient Greek Rock Crystal Gold Ring 2nd Century BC

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 2nd century BC. This highly unusual and heavy ancient Greek ring of a complex design is crafted in high karat gold (approximately 21.34 Kt). It features a large cabochon cut r...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Classical Greek Dome Rings

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Carnelian, Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, Silver

Ancient Egyptian Faience Cat Amulet Pendant Necklace 700-300 B.C. Gold
Ancient Egyptian Faience Cat Amulet Pendant Necklace 700-300 B.C. Gold

Ancient Egyptian Faience Cat Amulet Pendant Necklace 700-300 B.C. Gold

Located in New York, NY

This rare Ancient Egyptian Faience Amulet Pendant depicts a seated Cat. The faience cat, crafted between 700-300 BC, is a miniature masterpiece. In ancient Egyptian art, cats were de...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Egyptian Revival Pendant Neckl...

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Pure Patina For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact pure patina you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, platinum and white gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 11 vintage editions and 15 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect pure patina among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic pure patina over the years, but those made by Victor Velyan, Michael Bondanza and Robert Lee Morris are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A pure patina can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 6, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a brilliant cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cabochon and round cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a pure patina, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Pure Patina?

On average, a pure patina at 1stDibs sells for $3,650, while they’re typically $175 on the low end and $30,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in. 

Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.