Vintage Pearl & Diamond Ladies Earrings 14K Yellow Gold 0.68cttw
Located in New York, NY
Vintage bold, beautiful pearl and diamond earrings. These earrings bring an elegant twist to a classic style that's great for any special occasion. Crafted in 14K yellow gold. Omega ...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified 15.6mm Natural Saltwater Pearl Diamond Dangle Earrings 18kt 12413*
By Unbranded
Located in New York, NY
Pearl Diamond Option Jacket Dangle Earrings. Pearl Can be removed for diamond clip wear. GIA Report # 2231143862 Pintada Maxima Species 15.6mm each 2.80ct Natural Baguette diamonds...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Damiani Earrings Black and White Cultured Pearl White Gold 18 Karat
By Damiani
Located in MADRID, ES
Long pendant earrings from the Damiani firm made in 18 karat white gold, four black and white cultured pearls, diameter 8.75 mm and 7.30 mm respectively.
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Peter Suchy South Sea Cultured Pearl White Gold Earrings
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Natural color silvery white high lustre south sea 14.5mm cultured pearl earrings in 14k white gold. Few blemishes. Designed and crafted in the Peter Suchy Workshop 2 cultured white ...
Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Gold
GIA Certified Black White Pearl Diamond Platinum 14K White Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Westport, CT
An original pair of platinum and 14K white gold natural pearl and diamond earrings, accompanied by a GIA certificate.
Diamond, Black Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Pl...
Diamond Hoop Earrings, 0.16cts with detachable pearl charms, 18K Gold
By Michelle Massoura Fine Jewellery
Located in Nicosia, CY
Our Diamond Huggies are crafted from 18Karat Yellow Gold and set with glimmering natural diamonds. These earrings are the absolute everyday staple to complete any ear party look. The...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
$341Sale Price / item|50% Off
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings, sapphire and cornflower painting.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mother of pearl beach earrings. Shell paint earrings. Wearable art earrings studs.
Pearl, Sapphire, Gold Plate, Silver
Ruby and Pearl Spiral Earrings in 22K Yellow Gold
By Bracken Jewelers
Located in Santa Monica, CA
These Spiral Drop Earrings, handcrafted by Bracken Jewelers, combine the radiance of rubies and pearls with an iconic ancient design. Made from 22K yellow gold, the spiral motif is s...
Pearl, Ruby, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Designer Nikabell 18k Gold South Sea Pearl Diamond Earrings, 0.87ct
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Its luminous luster and radiant shine beautifully reflect sophistication and grace. Stunning earrings come in 18k gold with 2 pieces of South Sea Pearls of 11mm, extra high quality, ...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
David Yurman 18k Yellow Gold Solari Pearl and Diamond Drop Earrings
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
The diamonds total 0.06ctw, adding crisp reflections alongside the pearls’ soft luster. Posts and push backs secure the earrings for pierced wear, with the backs signed DY and 750.
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIT Certified Golden South Sea Pearls Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Sparkling diamonds adds a touch of light and charm. Stunning earrings come in 18k gold with 2 pieces of luxurious Golden South Sea Pearls, of 13mm , extra fine quality, and 242 piec...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
$744Sale Price|20% Off
Pearl and Diamond Floral Stud Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in Bloomington, MN
Pearl and Diamond Floral Stud Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold These earrings are crafted in 14k yellow gold and feature 8mm cultured pearls set at the center of floral-inspired stud des...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Gold Cultured Pearl Cameo Earrings and Brooch Suite
Located in Derby, NY
Wear a piece of art with a unique story! These 18K Gold Cultured Pearl Cameo Earrings and Brooch Suite boasts intricate craftsmanship and a unique color. Circa 1900s. Vintage box is...
Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$2,080Sale Price|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold South Sea Pearl Diamond Dangle Earrings, 0.31ct
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Each earring showcases a breathtaking, luminous 12.5mm South Sea pearl, celebrated for its substantial size, flawless round contour, and deep, radiant luster that exudes effortless l...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
Large Mabe Pearl and Diamond Earrings 14K White Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Metal: 14k White Gold Earring Diameter: 1.00" x 1.00" Total Weight: 14.5 Grams Pearl Type: Mabe Pearl Diameter: 15.5 mm Total Diamond Count: 64 diamond...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Disk Drop Earrings with Baroque Pearls, 18K Gold, 0.19ct
By Michelle Massoura Fine Jewellery
Located in Nicosia, CY
Our ‘Diamond Disk Earrings’ feature a pair of glimmering diamond disks (width 7mm), set in 18Karat Gold and detachable baroque pearls. The diamond disk studs can be worn on their own...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
South Sea Pearl & Diamond Earrings in 18k Gold, 0.45ct, New
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Adorn your look and adds a touch of charm and class on your outfit.Perfect for every days. Stunning earrings come in 18k gold with 2 pieces of lustrous South Sea Pearls of 11,5mm, ex...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
18k Gold South Sea Pearl & Diamond Dangle Earrings by Nikabell
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite South Sea Pearls , Diamonds and fresh water pearls earrings, in a particular design , so elegant and refined style . Elevate your timeless of beauty and add a touch of ...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
GIT Certified Golden South Sea Pearl Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Elevate your timeless of beauty and add a touch of class and charm. Stunnig earrings come in 18k gold with 2 pieces of Golden South Sea Pearls of 11mm, extra fine quality, lustrous s...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
South Sea Cultured Pearl GIA Certified & Blue Sapphire Earrings
Located in OVIEDO, AS
SOUTH SEA CULTURED PEARL GIA CERTIFIED & BLUE SAPPHIRE EARRINGS Earrings: South Sea Pearls diameter 13.9 mm, round shape, 19.02 and 18.68 carats respectively; see other pearl charact...
Cultured Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
$21,527Sale Price / set|20% Off
Diamond and Pearl Drop Earrings 18 Karat White Gold
By Michael Rose
Located in London, GB
A pair of diamond and pearl drop earrings in 18 karat white gold. Each classic and contemporary earring is designed with a pear shaped cultured pearl suspended from a row of individ...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Natural Seed Pearl and 15k Yellow Gold Drop Earrings Circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive pair of antique natural seed pearl and 15 karat yellow gold drop earrings; part of our antique pearl jewelry collection. These stunning, fine and imp...
Pearl, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Clip On Earrings with 0.66 Carat Round Diamonds 6.4-7.7mm Pearls
Located in New York, NY
Detailed Description: Experience timeless elegance with these vintage 18 karat yellow gold clip-on earrings. Adorned with 0.66 carats of round brilliant diamonds, rated H color and V...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Diamond and 11.0mm Black Tahitian Pearl Stud Earrings 2.50CT
Located in Miami, FL
Each earring showcases an approx. 11.0mm diameter lustrous black pearl at its center, surrounded by a halo of round-cut white diamonds weight approx. 2.50 carats (SI2 - I1 clarity/H ...
Diamond, Black Pearl, Yellow Gold
Tahitian Pearl 9.5mm and Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Earrings — Halo Set Studs
Located in Orlando, FL
A lustrous Tahitian pearl sits at the center of each earring, held in a polished bezel and ringed by a halo of prong-set diamonds.
Diamond, Black Pearl, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIT Certified South Sea Pearls Diamonds 18K Gold Flowers Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Magnificent pair of earrings come in 18k gold with 2 pieces of lustrous South Sea Pearls of 13mm, extra fine quality, vibrant pure white, and 48 pieces of Natural Diamonds, in perfe...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
$3,612Sale Price|20% Off
18 Karat Gold and Pearl Geometric Earrings with Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Geometric statement earrings in 18k gold combined with white pearls and accented with rows of diamonds. Modern in design, yet with a classical influence, these were inspired by anci...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
Black Pearl Diamond Coral Drop Earrings Hoop Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The black pearl and diamond drop earrings feature two lovely 13mm Tahitian pearls of fine quality nacre and beautiful lustre.
Coral, Diamond, Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
$341Sale Price / item|50% Off
Citrine, bee and honey painting, Mother of pearl earrings studs.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Mother Of Pearl Shell Stud Earrings with citrine, bee and honey drawing.
Citrine, Pearl, Gold Plate, Silver
Antique Hardstone Pearl and 22k Yellow Gold Cameo Drop Earrings Circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive pair of hardstone, pearl and 22 karat yellow gold cameo drop earrings - boxed; part of our cameo jewelry collection. These exceptional, fine and impr...
Pearl, Yellow Gold
18K Gold South Sea Pearl and Diamond Chandelier Earrings, 1.26ct
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Magnificent earrings come in 18k gold with 2 pieces of High Quality of South Sea Pearls, extra fine quality , of 13mm , vibrant pure white, and 90 pieces of Natural Diamonds in perfe...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Peter Suchy Freshwater Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Freshwater and diamond dangle drop earrings. Two 11mm to 11.5mm freshwater pearls, each dangling from 5 round brilliant cut diamonds in 14k yellow gold.
Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIT Certified Golden South Sea Pearls Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
Stunning earrings come in 18k gold with 2 Golden South Sea Pearls of 14mm, extra fine lustrous quality, vibrant color , and Natural Diamonds in perfect round brilliant shape , of 0,8...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Modern Gold 1.5 Carat Natural Diamond and South Sea Pearl Star Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A magnificent pair of retro star-motif earrings crafted in yellow gold and stamped 750. Set with 60 round brilliant natural colorless diamonds totaling approximately 1.5 carats, the ...
Pearl, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold
Diamond and Cultured Pearl Drop Earrings in 14K White Gold
Located in Lisboa, Lisboa
Elegant pair of vintage drop earrings crafted in 14K white gold (583‰), featuring two brilliant-cut diamonds suspending luminous cultured pearls of soft white color and excellent lus...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural Amethyst Pearl Openwork Drop Earrings in Solid 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Carefully designed with intricate detail, these Edwardian Drop Earrings celebrate traditional craftsmanship. The harmonious pairing of amethyst and pearls makes these Amethyst Pearl ...
Pearl, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold, Gold
Yellow Gold Diamond & Mother of Pearl Earrings – 1.05ct Diamonds, 13.56ct MOP
Located in New York, NY
Details: Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Gemstones: Mother of Pearl, Totaling Approximately 13.56 Carats Diamonds: Round Brilliant Cut, Totaling Approximately 1.05 Carats Closure: Hinged ...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Auréole Gold-Plated Hoop Earrings with Blush Pink Swarovski Pearls
By Studio Baloge
Located in New York, NY
Where structure meets softness, the Auréole Earrings offer quiet tension and refined radiance. Sculptural gold-plated hoops frame the ear while a delicate 14k gold-filled chain casca...
Pearl, Gold-filled, Gold Plate
EFFY 14K Yellow Gold and Pearl Hoop Earrings with Gold Bead Accents
By Effy
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: EFFY Material: 14K yellow gold Pearls: 52 round= 4.5-5.0mm Dimensions: the earrings measure 20.77mm x 4.52mm Fastenings: friction backs Weight: 7.77 grams
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Pearl & Rock Crystal Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Pearl & Rock Crystal Earrings A pair of cultured pearls surrounded by faceted rock crystal and round cut diamonds.
Pearl, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
18k Gold South Sea Pearl Diamond Earrings by Designer Nikabell
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite South Sea Pearls and Diamonds earrings, in a contemporay and essential design. Adorn yourself and add a touch of class and charm on your look. The pearls are perfect for...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
18K Gold South Sea Pearl & Diamond Dangle Earrings by Nikabell
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite South Sea Pearls and Diamonds in particular and chic design, so elegant and refined style . Elevate your timeless of beauty and add a touch of charm and sophistication o...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Designer Nikabell 18K Gold South Sea Pearl & Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite South Sea Pearls and Diamonds in particular and chic design, so elegant and refined style . Elevate your timeless of beauty and add a touch of charm and sophistication o...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Designer Nikabell 18K White Gold South Sea Pearl Diamond Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
These one of a kind South Sea Pearl earrings are just so stunning . Featuring with 2 pieces of genuine White South Sea Pearls and Accented with dazzling natural Diamonds in 18K...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Diamond Natural Saltwater Pearl Platinum Antique Drop Earrings GIA
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as drop style earrings terminating with natural saltwater Pinctada pearl drops Measuring 12.0 mm near-round - gray to purple in body color with strong iridescence Mounted vi...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Platinum
$4,720Sale Price / item|20% Off
South Sea Pearl and Diamond Earring 2.56 Carat
By Prince Diamond
Located in New York, NY
Metal; 18k white Gold Pearl Size: 12-13mm White Gold Pearl quality: AAA Pearl Luster: AAA Excellent Nature: South Sea Cultured Pearl Nacre : Very Thick Diamond Weight; 2.56 Cts. Diam...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
$1,840Sale Price|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold South Sea Pearl Diamond Dangle Earrings, 0.80ct
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Indulge in sophisticated glamour with these breathtaking dangle earrings, masterfully handcrafted in warm 14K yellow gold. Each exquisite earring showcases a magnificent 11x14mm dro...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold
$1,635Sale Price|20% Off
18K Yellow Gold 9mm Triple Cultured Pearl Diamond Halo Stud Earrings
Located in Houston, TX
These stud earrings are made in 18K yellow gold and features two 9 millimeter cultured pearls with 6 round cut diamonds weighing 0.21 carats combined.
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold
Dangly Pearl and Diamond Drop Earrings 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Earrings Specifications: Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Earring Length: 1.7" long Total Weight: 6.2 Grams Pearl Type: Akoya pearls Pearl Diameter: 2 pearls are 8.8 mm, and the other 2 a...
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
South Sea Pearl and Sapphire Diamond Drop Earring
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold South Sea Pearl 13-14mm Sapphire 0.95 Carats Diamonds 0.60 Carats
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Freshwater Pearl Dangle X Earrings #20494
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Freshwater Pearl Dangle X Earrings These beautiful dangle earrings were crafted from 14K yellow gold and feature two gorgeous freshwater pearls! approx. 6mm pea...
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat White Gold Pearl and Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K white gold Diamond: 18 round cut = 0.20cttw Color: H Clarity: SI1 Weight: 7.30 grams
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Designer Nikabell 18K Gold South Sea Pearl Diamond Floral Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite South Sea Pearls and Diamonds earrings, in adorable floral design, so original and particular. Pearls exude elegance and charm, their timeless captivating the beholder....
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Elegant 11.77mm Brown South Sea Pearl & 0.12ct Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in רמת גן, IL
These striking stud earrings showcase a pair of large, lustrous South Sea Pearls measuring up to 11.77mm, featuring a rare and sophisticated natural brown hue.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Alluring 9.35ct Fresh Water Cultured Pearls and Diamonds Drop Earrings
Located in רמת גן, IL
Alluring 9.35ct Fresh Water Cultured Pearls and Diamonds Drop Earrings in 18k White Gold - IGI Certified These elegant 18K white gold drop earrings feature two luminous freshwater c...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Faye Kim Platinum Diamond South Sea Pearl Dangle Earrings, 2.78 tcw
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Radiant and undeniably elegant, these Faye Kim Platinum and Diamond South Sea Pearl Earrings are designed for life’s most special moments. Luminous South Sea pearls are celebrated fo...
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Platinum
Diamond and Pearl Drop Earrings in 18k White Gold
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
Diamond and pearl drop earrings handcrafted in 18k white gold. The details are as follows : Diamond weight: 0.50 carat ( I color and SI 1 clarity ) Pearl: 14.7mm by 13.5mm each M...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
18K Gold South Sea Pearl & Diamond Earrings by Designer Nikabell
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite South Sea Pearls and Diamonds earrings, in refined and sophisticated design. The pearls are a epitome of elegance and class, perfect for any formal occasion or as a time...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Earrings in 18k White Gold
Located in Berlin, BE
Elegant earrings crafted in 18k white gold, each set with impressive Tahitian pearls measuring 11.3 mm in diameter. The cluster design is fully set with sparkling diamonds, adding br...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Designer Signed PAUL MORELLI Pearl Platinum Drop Earrings
By Paul Morelli
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Signed Morelli 7.3mm Pearl Drop Platinum Earrings. Suspended from a Platinum Hoop. Marked: Plat Morelli 750. The earrings are in excellent condition and wer...
Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
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.
The pearl has been synonymous with ladylike elegance since the Tudor period — learn what to look for when shopping for vintage and antique pearl jewelry as well as how to tell the origin of a pearl with our handy primer.
Every woman at some point in her life desires a simple strand of pearls. They are elegant, timeless, versatile — just ask Coco Chanel or Jacqueline Kennedy — and valuable. In 1917, Pierre Cartier famously traded a double-strand of natural pearls for a Fifth Avenue mansion, the Cartier brand’s flagship store ever since. And if you were born in the beginning of summer, pearl is the June birthstone.
It is possible to tell where a pearl originated from its appearance. Akoyas are usually round and white — the classic pearl, if you will. South Sea pearls are normally larger and vary in color; orangey yellow ones are not uncommon. Tahitian pearls are mostly black but can also be gray or brown, and between the Akoya and the South Sea varieties in size. Freshwater pearls, or Orientals, run the gamut in terms of color and size, but in shape, they tend to resemble Rice Krispies. Another important distinction is a round pearl versus a baroque pearl. A round pearl is self-explanatory, but there are two types of baroque pearls: symmetrical and asymmetrical. In general, the symmetrical variation commands a higher valuation. Within a strand of pearls, uniformity is prized — the more the individual pearls resemble one another, the more valuable the strand.
According to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), the earliest recorded mention of a pearl was in 2206 BC by a Chinese historian. Centuries later, Christopher Columbus made it a point to visit pearl fisheries during his 15th-century exploration of the Caribbean. Since the late-19th century, the Japanese have been at the forefront of cultivating pearls, when jeweler Kokichi Mikimoto successfully cultured the world’s first pearl in 1893.
On 1stDibs, find vintage and antique pearl necklaces, pearl earrings and other accessories.
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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