Vintage Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace with Amethyst and Rose Cut Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
White and Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace With Big Amethyst and Rose cut Diamonds Diamonds: 17 rose cut diamonds Amethyst: Length 13.7 mm x Height 18 mm Material: 18 kt yellow and w...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Lily Cut Pink Amethyst and Ruby Halo Pendant Necklace in 14K Rose Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
(approx. in total) Center Gemstones Type: Pink Amethyst Shape: Lily Cut Size: 5.4 x 5.4 mm. Number: 1 Weight: 1.00 Carat (approx. in total) Accent Gemstones Type: Ruby Shape: Rou...
Amethyst, Ruby, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
Long Amethyst Diamond Drop Earrings in Rose Gold, 13.75 Carats Amethyst, 2008
Located in BILBAO, ES
An elegant and refined pair of long drop earrings crafted in 18K rose gold, featuring two beautifully elongated briolette-cut amethysts of exceptional clarity and soft lavender hue.
Amethyst, Diamond, Rose Gold
14K Rose Gold Diamond 9 Carat Radiant Cut Amethyst Engagement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Handmade Art Deco Inspired Baguette and Round Diamond Radiant Cut Amethyst Engagement Ring Made in 14K Rose Gold.
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Amethyst, Ruby & Rose Cut Sapphire Earrings Set In
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Amethyst & Rose Cut Sapphire Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver From the “Capri” collection Natural Ruby Pink Red 6 carats Natural White Sap...
Amethyst, Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver
Moonstones, Amethysts, Rose Gold Retrò Necklace
Located in Napoli, Campania
Simple retrò necklace in 9 kt rose gold structure mounted with moonstones and amethysts. This necklace was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and it is in perfect conditio...
Amethyst, Moonstone, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
$21,384Sale Price|20% Off
Karl Faberge 14kt gold oval cabochon amethyst and rose - cut diamond brooch
By Karl Fabergé
Located in Braintree, GB
Karl Faberge 14kt yellow gold oval cabochon amethyst and rose - cut diamond brooch. This exquisite circular brooch, crafted in 14-karat matte gold, embodies the opulence and artistr...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
4.98 Carat Oval Cut Amethyst Diamond Sapphire Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.98 Carat Oval Cut Amethyst Diamond Sapphire Rose Gold Cocktail Ring This beautiful vintage inspired setting with a modern colorful theme has an Oval Cut Amethyst weighing 3.93 car...
Sapphire, Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Purple Amethyst Rose Cut 18k White Gold Solitaire Ring
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Tiffany & Co. Vivid Purple Amethyst Rose Cut 18k White Gold Bezel Solitaire Ring.
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
5.69 Carat Cushion Cut Amethyst Sapphire Diamond Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This ring has a light purple Cushion Cut Amethyst that weighs 4.06 Carats and is embellished with 20 Pink Sapphires and Amethysts that weigh 1.31 Carats.
Amethyst, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
4.25 Carat Oval Cut Natural Amethyst Sapphire Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
4.25 Carat Oval Cut Natural Amethyst Sapphire Rose Gold Cocktail Ring This beautiful vintage inspired setting with a modern colorful theme has an Oval Cut Amethyst weighing 3.33 car...
Amethyst, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Anand Silver & 22k Gold Freeform Rose Cut Faceted Amethyst w/ Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Amethyst - Freeform Rose Faceted Cut - Bezel Set - Deep Purple Color - 14.1x12.6mm (approx.) (2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel...
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Amethysts, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Earrings.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Beautiful earrings in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with diamonds and amethyst for all the structure and, in the central part, a movable drop amethyst. This elegant obj...
Amethyst, Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Amethysts, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Necklace.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fantastic necklace in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with amethysts and, between of them, little amethysts and diamonds. This elegant object combines solid 9 kt gold an...
Amethyst, Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Amethysts, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Earrings.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fantastic earrings in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central amethyst surrounded by diamonds. This elegant object combines solid 9 kt gold and solid 800 silver in...
Amethyst, Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
$698Sale Price|20% Off
14 kt Rose Gold Tsavorite Amethyst Ring
Located in София, BG
14 kt Gold ring with Tsavorite and Amethyst Gold color: Rose Ring size: 5 1/2 US Total weight: 2.84 grams Set with: - Tsavorite (x1) Cut: Brilliant Color: Green - Amethyst (x6) Cu...
Amethyst, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$9,857Sale Price|33% Off
18K Rose Gold Amethyst MCM Bracelet
By MCM
Located in Lexington, KY
Right out of the 1940s stylebook. 6 = 43.74 carat total weight, emerald cut amethyst 18k rose gold Gram weight: 55.10 grams Length: 7.25 inches
Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Amethyst, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fantastic ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central amethyst surrounded by a frame of diamonds. This elegant object combines solid 9 kt gold and solid 800 si...
Amethyst, Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
$750 / item
1.97 Carat Amethyst & Diamond Rose Gold Ring
Located in Great Neck, NY
This ring features a 1.97 Carat Mixed Cut Pink Amethyst (12 x 9 MM), with a Diamond Halo comprised of 0.08 Carats of Single Cut Round White Diamonds.
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14 Karat Rose Gold Amethyst Band
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 14K rose gold Amethyst: 8 round cut = 0.80cttw Dimensions: ring top measures 3mm wide Ring Size: 8.25 (please allow two extra shipping days for sizi...
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Delightful 18K Rose Gold Earrings with Amethysts
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
18K Rose Gold Earrings with Amethysts Rose Gold 18Kt 10 Amethysts 16.2ct Weight 6.03gr. ALSO AVAILABLE Rose Gold 18Kt 6 Diamonds 0.39ct. 2 Smoky Quartz 14.54ct. Weight 4.72gr. 200...
Diamond, Sapphire, Amethyst, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Diamonds Amethyst Rose Gold Ring
Located in Napoli, Campania
Wonderful 14 kt rose gold ring, 13.35 g studded with 0.18 ct diamonds and fantastic 15.67 ct amethyst center. Diamonds ct 0.18 Amethyst ct 15.67 Size ita 22 Size franc 62 Size usa 10...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold
14K Rose Gold Rose Quartz & Amethyst Pendant Necklace 14.3ct Quartz Diamond Halo
Located in Carmel By The Sea, CA
Title: 14K Rose Gold Rose Quartz & Amethyst Pendant Necklace 14.3ct Quartz Diamond Halo 18" Description: 14K rose gold pendant containing one (1) faceted marquise-shaped rose qu...
Amethyst, Diamond, Quartz, Rose Gold
Vintage 14K Rose Gold 10ct Oval Cut Purple Amethyst Wide Band Ring Size 6.5
By Unbranded
Located in Addison, TX
Details: • Solid 14K Rose Gold • Natural Amethyst Center Stone • Large Oval Faceted Amethyst • Rich Purple Color • Prong Set • Cocktail / Statement Ring • Ring Size: 6.5 • Band Width...
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Amethysts, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fantastic retrò ring in 14 kt rose gold structure mounted with a central amethyst ( 18 mm x 14 mm ) surrounded by a frame of amethysts and diamonds. This ring was totally handmade by...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Amethyst Tourmaline Rose Gold Diamond Earrings for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Earrings 14K Rose Gold Diamond 60-RD-0,19 ct Tourmaline 2-0,15 ct Amethyst 2-0,94 ct Amethyst 2-0,21 ct Weight 4,34 grams With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry tradition...
Diamond, Amethyst, Tourmaline, Gold, Rose Gold
Amethysts, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fantastic ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central amethyst with a little flower of diamonds. All around, diamonds and amethysts. This ring was totally hand...
Amethyst, Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Gilded Age Siberian Amethyst Rose Cut Diamond Pearl Pendant Necklace Pink Gold
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in an exquisite Siberian Amethyst, Rose Cut Diamond and Seed Pearl Pendant dating to the Gilded Age, circa 1890-1910.
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold, Silver
5.67 Carat Cushion Cut Amethyst Pink Sapphire Diamond Rose Gold Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5.67 Carat Cushion Cut Amethyst Pink Sapphire Diamond Rose Gold Cocktail Ring Beautiful to say the Least!
Amethyst, Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$2,768Sale Price|20% Off
6.44Ct Cushion Cut Amethyst with Black and White Diamonds in 18K Rose Gold
By SiSi By Carat Jewellery
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Embrace the timeless allure of the Amethyst and Diamond Ring and let its captivating beauty adorn your finger with style and sophistication. 18K Rose Gold Cushion Cut Amethyst 6.44 c...
Amethyst, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Amethysts, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Snake Necklace.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fashion snake necklace in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with diamonds and amethysts for all the body. On the head, diamonds and two black diamonds as eyes. Diamonds 2.3...
Amethyst, Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Amethyst Pearl & Rose Cut Diamond Mourning Ring
Located in New York, NY
Encircling the centerpiece is a halo of rose cut diamonds, each softly faceted to emit a gentle, candlelit sparkle characteristic of the era.
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold
8 Carat Oval Cut Amethyst and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18k Rose Gold
Located in London, England
This 1930s style Cocktail Ring features a Natural Oval Brilliant Amethyst at its centre weighing approximately 8 Carats and mounted in 18K Rose Gold. Set with glittering Round Brilli...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Amethyst and Blue Topaz Faceted Double Cabochon Rose Cut 18 Karat Fine Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A fine 18K Yellow Gold Necklace with faceted Double Cabochon cushion-shaped Blue Topaz and round Amethyst. Length: 17.5 Inches, Weight: 147 carats, 750 Stamped.
Amethyst, Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Amethysts, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Pendant Necklace.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fashion pendant in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central hydrothermal amethyst surrounded by leaves studded with diamonds and an amethyst on it. The silver chain...
Amethyst, Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Amethysts, Tsavorite, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Earrings.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fantastic earrings in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a bow in the upper part studded with diamonds and a tsavorite. In the middle, a structure composed by a central...
Amethyst, Diamond, Tsavorite, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Amethyst Purple Oval Cabochon Cut Ring with Diamonds in 18 Carat Rose Gold
By Nicofilimon the Jewelry Designer
Located in Athens, GR
Amethyst Purple Oval Cabochon Cut Ring with pave Diamonds in 18 Carat Rose Gold The central stone is an Amethyst 8.53ct surrounded by brilliant cut pave diamonds 0.28ct A delicate a...
Diamond, White Diamond, Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Amethyst, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Fly Earrings.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fashion fly shape earrings in 9 karat rose gold and silver structure mounted with a diamond as head, an hydrothermal amethyst as body and wings studded with diamonds. This elegant ob...
Amethyst, Diamond, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Amethyst Galaxy Pendant Necklace in 18k Rose Gold
By NIBIRU Collection
Located in Miami, FL
This is a necklace made of a 16 carat amethyst with 10 grams of rose gold18k, the amethyst has a pentagon cut and is all made by hand in Milan, Italy.
Amethyst, Rose Gold
Amethysts, Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Earrings.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing earrings in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central amethyst surrounded by a frame of rubies and diamonds. This elegant object combines solid 9 kt gold and...
Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Handmade 18K Rose Gold Amethyst and Enamel Brooch/Pin
Located in New York, NY
The amethyst, cut in a unique geometric shape, is secured by five prongs and framed by a sleek bezel outlined in navy blue enamel, adding a sophisticated contrast to the warm rose go...
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
Roberto Ricci Checkerboard Cushion Cut Amethyst Ring with Halo in 14K Rose Gold
By Roberto Ricci
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring Size: 7.25 Metal: 14 Karat Rose Gold Ring Weight: 7.3 grams Natural Amethyst: 7.60 ctw Amethyst Cut: Cushion Amethyst Color: Purple Natural Diamonds: .26 ctw Diamond cut: Round ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Pearl, Amethysts, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Pendant.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fantastic pendant in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central amethyst surrounded by a frame of diamonds and little amethysts. As pendant, a pearl. The pendant will...
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Amethysts, Pearl, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Pendant.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing pendant in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central amethyst surrounded by a frame of diamonds and little amethysts. As pendant, a pearl. The pendant will c...
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Amethyst, Emeralds, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central amethyst and two emeralds. All is surrounded by diamonds. This elegant object combines solid 9 kt gold and ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Amethyst, Spinel, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central amethyst surrounded by a frame of diamonds and hydrothermal spinel. This elegant object combines solid 9 kt...
Amethyst, Diamond, Spinel, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Amethysts, Topaz, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Fantastic ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central part of amethysts and topaz surrounded by diamonds, peridot and topaz. This elegant object combines solid...
Topaz, Diamond, Amethyst, Silver, Rose Gold, 9k Gold
$1,368Sale Price|20% Off
14K 585 Rose Gold Natural Diamond and Amethyst Ring
Located in New York, NY
Rose Gold Natural Diamond and Amethyst Ring Metal Type: 14K Rose Gold Total Item Weight: 7.4 Grams Ring Size: 3.5 (Resizable) Dimensions: Length: 24.5 mm X Width: 19.0 mm X Height: ...
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Sunita Nahata Amethyst 2.20ct. Pendant in 14Karat Rose Gold..
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Presented A stunning variety of amethyst gemstones for those who respect quality and wish to wear them on any occasion or everyday basis. The rose gold amethyst Pendant. Amethyst Pe...
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Amethyst, Topazs, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold Pnednat.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing pendant in 14 kt rose gold structure mounted with a central amethyst surrounded by diamonds and topazs. . In the upper part, a flower of topazs. The pendant will come with a ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Amethyst, Rubies, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Beautiful ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central amethyst surrounded by diamonds and rubies. This elegant object combines solid 9 kt gold and solid 800 si...
Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
14.5mm x 13.5mm Trillion Cut Amethyst, Ruby and Diamond Cocktail Ring. Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This cocktail ring is set in 18k rose gold, a very clean trillion cut Amethyst, Burma rubies and brilliant white diamonds.
Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Amethyst, Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
18 K rose Gold long Necklace Sautoir green Amethyst
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A sporty, elegant and very versatile long necklace/Sautoir studded with fancy shape light green Amethyst with a total weight of 175.72 ct. Length: 86 cm. This unique long necklace l...
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$144Sale Price|20% Off
7.05 Carat Natural Loose Rose De France Amethyst Emerald Cut Brazilian Gemstone
Located in Bangkok, TH
Weight 7.05 carat Dimensions 12.2x10.2x8.8mm Treatment None Origin Brazil Clarity VVS Shape Cut Emerald NA This 7.05 Carat Natural Loose Rose de France Amethyst showcases a sof...
Amethyst
Amethyst, Spinel, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver structure mounted with a central amethyst with two flowers of hydrothermal spinel for each side and, between of them, diamonds. This elegan...
Amethyst, Diamond, Spinel, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
14K Rose Gold 9.16 Ct Amethyst & Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 8.0 Grams Stone: 9.16 Ct (16 x 16 x 7.5 mm) Amethyst & Diamonds Pendant: 23.0 x 21.0 mm Chain: 18 Inches Hallmark: 14K 585 ITEM #:BR-1062-092823-08
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Le Vian Oval Cut Amethyst Cocktail Ring with Diamonds in 14 Karat Rose Gold
By Le Vian
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
At its center lies a vibrant oval-cut purple amethyst, beautifully set in 14 karat rose gold for a soft, warm contrast.
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k 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.
There are few gemstones in the world that are both affordable and worthy of a duchess’s attention. But then not many stones are as beautiful as amethyst. Indeed, vintage and antique amethyst jewelry has innumerable fans, and February’s birthstone has many unique attributes. For the romantics, there are several tales in Greek mythology that tell the story of Bacchus and Amethyste, a maiden that he pursues yet is rescued by Diane by turning her into a white stone. Bacchus, mourning his love, pours a glass of wine over the sculpture, dyeing her purple.
Amethyst has adorned many royal jewels. One of the most enviable jewelry collections of all time belonged to Wallis Simpson, the Duchess of Windsor. In 1947, the Duke gifted her with a Cartier amethyst and turquoise bib necklace. This special order piece was made with twisted 18-carat and 20-carat gold, platinum, brilliant- and baguette-cut diamonds, one heart-shaped faceted amethyst, 27 emerald-cut amethysts, one oval faceted amethyst, and turquoise cabochons. The Duchess was not the only Royal with a penchant for the purple gemstone. The tiara now owned by Queen Silvia of Sweden is set with amethysts that once belonged to the French Empress Josephine. A stunning 56-carat cushion-cut, square-shaped amethyst set in an 18-karat yellow gold necklace designed by Tiffany & Co. is now in the collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.
The Smithsonian also has in its possession an even more rare example of fine amethyst: the 96-carat Morris Amethyst Brooch. The brooch features a deep, rich purple heart-shaped amethyst. The museum states that the piece was likely made during the Edwardian period (1901–15) “when platinum and diamonds were often used, and amethyst, a favorite stone of King Edward VII’s wife, Alexandra, was often included in jewelry of the era.”
Another amethyst necklace, with an even richer story, can be found in the Natural History Museum of London. Known as the Delhi Purple Sapphire (even though the stone is an amethyst), this stone was stolen from the Temple of Indra during the Indian Mutiny of 1857. Anyone in possession of this stone is bound to have terrible luck, including its owner Edward Heron-Allen, who gifted the gemstone to the museum thinking that this would save him but ended up transferring the bad luck to the museum curators overseeing the stone.
Find a wide range of vintage and antique amethyst necklaces, bracelets and other fine jewelry on 1stDibs.