Diamonds Rubies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ladybug Pendant
Located in Marcianise, IT
Lucky Ladybug - 18K Gold Pendant to Keep Bad Luck and Envious People Away. Wear it, because as the saying goes: "maybe it's not true but you never know" The five-pointed insect is a ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,675 / item
L 1.36 in
18K Yellow Gold Tutti Frutti Pendant with 4.9 ct Emerald Ruby Sapphire & Diamond
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Multi color tutti frutti emerald, ruby and sapphire cluster pendant necklace in 18K Gold.
Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
$3,037
H 0.22 in W 0.5 in L 18 in
Vintage 2.53 Carat Ruby 0.48 Carat Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1980
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive vintage ruby pendant has been crafted in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Golf Caddy Pendant with Emeralds, Sapphire, Diamond and Ruby.
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1990s Item Details: Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 18.3 grams Diamond Details: Measurement: 2.25 inch long Condition: Excellent
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,012
W 0.63 in D 0.07 in L 0.71 in
Augis French Plus Qu’Hier Heart Ruby 18K Yellow White Gold Love Charm Pendant
By A. Augis
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow and white gold, enamel and ruby love charm pendant with a rebus spelling out "Plus qu'hier, moins que demain" ("More than yesterday, less than tomorrow...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Nathalie Jean Ruby Tourmaline 18k Gold Micro Pendant Necklace
By Nathalie Jean
Located in Milan, Lombardia
Made by hand in Nathalie Jean's Milan atelier, Micro Pendant Necklace from the Microcosmos Series is in 18 karat rosé gold, a warm, sophisticated color close to yellow gold. The Seri...
Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
$877
W 0.56 in D 0.06 in L 0.67 in
Augis Plus Qu’Hier 18K Yellow White Gold Enamel Lab Created Ruby Love Pendant
By A. Augis
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow and white gold and lab created ruby love charm pendant with matt and studded ground and a black enamel rebus spelling out "Plus qu'hier, moins que dema...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
18k Yellow Gold Rainbow Long Cascade Pendant
Located in London, GB
Luxuriously handcrafted in radiant 18k yellow gold, this elegant Cascade pendant features a delicate waterfall of rainbow coloured stones.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,088 / item
L 0.91 in
Cluster 2.71 Ct Ruby and Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace in 18K Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Cluster ruby diamond halo pendant in 18K Gold. It has a octagon and square cut ruby with halo diamonds that completes your look with a decent touch.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold 1.45 Ct Octagon Cut Ruby Diamond Halo Pendant Gift for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Octagon cut ruby diamond halo pendant in 18K Gold. It has a oval cut ruby with diamonds that completes your look with a decent touch.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold 1.45 Ct Octagon Cut Ruby Diamond Halo Pendant Gift for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Octagon cut ruby diamond halo pendant in 18K Gold. It has a oval cut ruby with diamonds that completes your look with a decent touch.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,434 / item
H 1.25 in W 0.46 in
Oval Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Blue Guilloche Enamel 1 Peridot 3 Rubies 2 Stars
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Reference: V1226/BL/AG/00/102 Brand: VICTOR MAYER Collection: Romance Material: 18k yellow gold, matt vintage finish Enamel: Vitreous blue guilloche enamel with two 18 k gold star p...
Peridot, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold 1.95ct Diamond & Ruby Pendant Necklace MF33-110625
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Crafted from a combination of 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum, this pieces pendant measures 2.69 long by 1.38 wide and sits at the center of a 16 chain.This jewelry piece is offered in ...
Ruby, Diamond
Retro Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Butterfly Pendant / Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This stunning Retro 18K yellow gold pendant features an intricate butterfly motif adorned with 32 round cabochon and square-cut rubies, totaling 9 carats, showcasing a vibrant red hu...
Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Pendant Chain Necklace 1950S
Located in Geneva, CH
Retro Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Pendant Chain Necklace. Circa 1950. Size: 1.18 x 1.18 inch (3.00 x 3.00 centimeters).
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian diamond ruby pearl 18k yellow gold platinum necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This delicate Edwardian necklace showcases an elegant composition of 21 rose cut diamonds totaling approximately 0.05 carat, offering a soft, shimmering brilliance with H color and S...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage French Yellow Gold Pendant with Diamonds and Ruby
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
This Vintage French 18kt Yellow Gold Pendant is a timeless and elegant piece, showcasing a harmonious combination of diamonds and a vibrant ruby in a classic design. At the heart ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.00 Carat Pear Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
1970's Ruby and diamond pendant necklace. 6 round cut diamonds set in 18k yellow gold with 10 pear shaped red rubies totaling 1.00cts. with a 16 inch 18k yellow gold chain. 10 pear...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Chicks Necklace with Diamonds & Rubies in 18k Yellow Gold
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Chicks Necklace with Diamonds & Rubies in 18K Yellow Gold 31 Diamonds 0.14 CT 196 Fancy Diamonds 1.62CT 4 Bubies 0.05 CT 18 K Yellow Gold 7.84 GM Cute little animals always mak...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.00 Carat Oval Cut Ruby and Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in NEW YORK, NY
A simple pendant necklace showcasing a vibrant 1-carat oval cut red ruby, surrounded by 0.43 carats of 18 accent round diamonds. Made in 18 karats white gold. Style is available in...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,320Sale Price / item|20% Off
W 20.8 in L 1.28 in
Genuine 1.10 CT Round Ruby Cross Pendant with Diamonds in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Celebrate timeless faith and vibrant elegance with this striking cross-shaped pendant, crafted in rich 18K yellow gold. This sophisticated piece features 1.10 carats of vivid pink ru...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,638 / item
Alex Jona Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat yellow gold chain necklace suspending a round pendant set with 0.30 carats of round cut natural rubies. Alex Jona jewel...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Citrine Pendant with Ruby and Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Chain sold separately Limited edition Crafted from 18k yellow gold and adorned with 23 carats of Citrine, a 0.05 carat Ruby, and 0.20 carats of Diamonds, this handcrafted pendant i...
Diamond, Ruby, Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Syna Yellow Gold Taara Pendant with Rubies and Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Rubies 0.14 carat approx. Diamonds 0.50 carat approx. Limited edition Chain sold separately This limited edition pendant is sculpted from 18 karat ye...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hand-Made Italian Yellow Gold Fish Pendant with Rubies
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
This Hand-Made Italian Yellow Gold Fish Pendant is a breathtaking showcase of exceptional craftsmanship and artistry, meticulously crafted in radiant yellow gold. The design captures...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Panther Leopard Jaguar Cheetah Ruby Pendant. Encrusted Rubies and Diamonds.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Panther Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Beautiful encrusted Panther Leopard or Cheetah with Rubies, Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Duck Pearls Diamonds Rubies 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
This charming duck-shaped pendant, crafted in 18-karat yellow gold, is a joyful expression of creativity and masterful craftsmanship. The innovative design utilizes two pearls to rep...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Italian Pendant Yellow Gold with Diamonds, Rubies and Sapphires
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
This Italian Pendant is a stunning showcase of vibrant gemstones and exquisite craftsmanship, crafted in 18kt yellow gold. The design features a luxurious combination of diamonds, ru...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ruby and Diamond Flower Necklace Solid 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Ruby and Diamond Flower Necklace Solid 18k Yellow Gold Item Specifications: Necklace Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 10.5 Grams Chain Length: 20" Diamond Count: 40 brilliant...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emma Chapman 18k Gold Silver Crystal Ruby Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Emma Chapman
Located in Frome, Somerset
This stunning one-of-a-kind Crystal Ruby Diamond 18k yellow gold and silver Statement Pendant, has been handmade in our workshops.
Crystal, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver, Gold, Yellow Gold
14K & 18K Yellow Gold Oval Cabochon Natural Ruby & Diamond Necklace
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K and 18K yellow gold halo necklace with 14 round faceted natural diamonds weighing approximately 1.40 carats and one center oval cabochon natural ruby measuring 11x14mm.
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
0.41ct Cushion Shape Ruby Pendant Set in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
This beautiful pendant rubover setting is set with a 0.41ct cushion-shaped ruby gemstone. The setting is a simple 18ct yellow gold bezel on a 16" 18ct yellow gold chain. Total Ruby ...
Aquamarine, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$8,639Sale Price|36% Off
Rare Tiffany & Co. Ruby & Diamond 18k Gold & Platinum Cluster Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Tiffany & Co. Ruby & Diamond 950 Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Flower Pendant Necklace.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18k Yellow Gold Jose Hess Burmese Ruby and Diamond Necklace
By Jose Hess
Located in Boston, MA
This exquisite necklace by acclaimed jeweler Jose Hess is a true showstopper. The centerpiece is a breathtaking 1.58 carat natural Burmese ruby, renowned for its highly coveted "pige...
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
18k Panther Leopard Jaguar Cheetah Ruby Pendant. Encrusted Rubies and Diamonds.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Panther Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Beautiful encrusted Panther Leopard or Cheetah with Rubies, Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Penguin Diamonds Pearl Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
This charming penguin-shaped pendant, crafted in 18-karat yellow gold, is a celebration of craftsmanship and uniqueness. With its figure enameled in black through the refined techniq...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamonds Ruby 18 Karat Yellow And White Gold Pendant
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Refined horn-shaped pendant crafted in 18-carat yellow and white gold, a precious symbol of elegance and protection, reinterpreted with a modern and luxurious style. This pendant, wi...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$14,400Sale Price|20% Off
Chimento Sapphire Emerald Ruby Diamond 18K Gold Pendant Necklace
By Chimento
Located in Chicago, IL
An elegant and distinctive 18 karat yellow gold pendant necklace by Chimento, showcasing a refined composition of precious gemstones in a bold yet sophisticated design.
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Pendant #17179
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18K Yellow Gold Ruby and Diamond Pendant JAGi Certified- This stunning pendant features one oval cut natural ruby (5.7 mm x 4.0 mm), seven round brilliant cut diamonds and nine bagu...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,100
W 0.99 in L 1.58 in
Jade Oval Cabochon Oval Faceted Ruby Yellow Sapphire 18 Kt Yellow Gold Pendant
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
SHIPPING+CUSTOM DUTY ARE PAID BY SELLER Big Jade Oval Cabochon measuring 25x32 mm set as a Pendant in 18kt yellow gold bezel with in the center a oval faceted Ruby set in 18kt yell...
Jade, Ruby, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Sapphire Ruby Yellow Gold 3D Cowboy Boot Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1960's 3D hand detailed western cowboy boot pendant in solid 14k gold set with genuine diamonds, sapphires, and rubies. Set with 4 round brilliant cut diamonds, 4 round blue ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Modern Ruby Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Daisy Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Elegant second-hand pendant in yellow gold, set with modern brilliant-cut diamonds held in claws and in the center a bright red ...
Ruby, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Paraiba Tourmaline, Diamond, and Ruby Pendant
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 18K yellow gold Diamonds: round brilliant cut = 0.19cttw Color: G Clarity: VS2 Paraiba Tourmaline: 0.27cttw Weight: 5.54 grams
Diamond, Tourmaline, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,095 / item
H 1.3 in W 0.46 in L 1.66 in
Oval Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Red Enamel 2 Rubies 1 Pearl 2 Star Paillon
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, red vitreous guilloche enamel, 2 diamonds, total 0.04 ct G VS, brillant cut, 2 Rubies, 1 sweet water Pearl, 2 Gold Star Paillons ...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold
$3,276 / item
H 1.3 in W 0.46 in
Oval Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Red Vitreous Enamel 2 Rubies 1 Pearl 2 Star Paillon
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval pendant necklace 18k yellow gold, red vitreous guilloche enamel, 2 diamonds, total 0.04 ct G VS, brillant cut, 2 Rubies, 1 sweet water Pearl, 2 Gold Star Paillons ...
Diamond, Ruby, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold
Roberto Coin 18K Yellow Gold Chain Necklace with Ruby, 20th Century
Located in Sewickley, PA
This refined Roberto Coin necklace is crafted in luxurious 18K yellow gold, showcasing the brand's signature blend of elegance and throughout detail. The delicate, finely linked chai...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Nathalie Jean Ruby Tourmaline Pearl 18k Gold Micro Pendant Necklace
By Nathalie Jean
Located in Milan, Lombardia
Made by hand in Nathalie Jean's Milan atelier, Micro Pendant Necklace from the Microcosmos Series is in 18 karat rosé gold, a warm, sophisticated color close to yellow gold. The Seri...
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yell...
Syna Yellow Gold Reversible Charm Pendant with Rubies and Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Reversible pendant Rubies 0.30 carat approx. Diamonds 0.35 carat approx. Swivel mechanism Limited edition Chain sold separately Crafted from 18 kar...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
.2 Carat Ruby Yellow Gold Frog Enamel Leaf Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
This one of a kind unique piece dangles from an 18 inch, 18k yellow gold chain. 2 round red rubies, approx. .2cts 18k yellow gold Stamped: 18k Chain length: 18 inches 11.1 grams ...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian 18k Gold Silver Ruby Pearls Heart Shaped Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Victorian 18k Gold Silver Ruby Pearls Heart Shaped Pendant Necklace Details: Material: 18k yellow gold, seed pearls, ruby Measurement: 3cm x 3cm Chain: Tiffany & Co 18k yellow gold ...
Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Silver
Italian Yellow Gold Panther Head Pendant with Diamonds and Ruby
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
This Italian Yellow Gold Panther Head Pendant is a striking and luxurious piece, crafted in 18kt yellow gold. The bold design captures the majestic allure of a panther, symbolizing s...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,845Sale Price / item|20% Off
Diamond Ruby Charm 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Diamond Ruby Charm 14K Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace is a delicate and elegant piece that exudes timeless beauty.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$14,998
H 0.35 in W 0.48 in L 15 in
Vintage 18k Gold 3.75ctw GIA Heart Ruby Solitaire Pendant 15" Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 5.56 Grams Chain Type: Cable Link - 15 Inches - Spring Ring Clasp Pendant Width: 12.3mm (0.48") Pendant Height: 8.9mm (0.35") Pendant Thickne...
Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Iris Flower Ruby and Diamond Openwork Necklace
Located in Hong Kong, HK
18K Yellow Gold Iris Flower Ruby and Diamond Openwork Necklace Elevate your jewelry collection with Nurati Jewelry's breathtaking 18K yellow gold iris flower necklace, featuring a c...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Ruby Knot Necklace, 18k Yellow Gold, Length 16 Inches
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in McLeansville, NC
Chain Length: 16 in. Chain Width: .85 mm Pendant Length: 13.5 mm Weight: 2.7 dwts. / 4.2 grams Stamps: "750 T&Co" SKU: N1210 A Couple Of Things to Note: * This is a vintage...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Turtle Abalone Shell & Diamond Ruby White Diamond 18K Gold Pendant Necklace
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 16"/17"/18" Color: 18K Yellow Gold Materials: "13 Abalone Shell 2.90 CT 6 White Diamonds 0.03 CT 25 Fancy Diamonds 0.16 CT 2 Ruby 0.03 CT 18KY 7.66 GM (WBTT)"
White Diamond, Black Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Company 18K Two Tone Gold Ruby and Diamond Butterfly Key Pendant
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
The total diamond weight is approximately 0.92 carat; the diamonds are G-H color and VS clarity. There are 5 round rubies that weigh about 0.06 carat. Made in 18 karat white and yel...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow 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.
We are fortunate to know much of the world’s long and dazzling history of necklaces, as this type of jewelry was so treasured that it was frequently buried with its owners. Today, Van Cleef necklaces, Tiffany necklaces and Cartier necklaces are some of the most popularly searched designer necklaces on 1stDibs.
Lapis lazuli beads adorned necklaces unearthed from the royal graves at the ancient Iraqi civilization of Sumer, while the excavation of King Tut’s burial chamber revealed a sense of style that led to a frenzy of Art Deco designs, with artisans of the 1920s seeking to emulate the elegant work crafted by Ancient Egypt’s goldsmiths and jewelry makers.
In ancient times, pendant necklaces worn by royalty and nobles conferred wealth and prestige. Today, wearing jewelry is about personal expression: Luxury diamond necklaces exude confidence and can symbolize the celebratory nature of a deep romantic relationship, while paper-clip chain-link necklaces designed by the likes of goldsmith Faye Kim are firmly planted in the past as well as the present. Kim works exclusively with eco-friendly gold, and these fashionable, fun accessories owe to the design of 19th-century watch fobs.
For some, necklaces are thought of as being a solely feminine piece, but this widely loved accessory has been gender-neutral for eons. In fact, just as women rarely took to wearing a single necklace during the Renaissance, men of the era layered chains and valuable pendants atop their bejeweled clothing. In modern times, the free-spirited hippie and counterculture movements of the 1960s saw costume-jewelry designers celebrating self-expression through colorful multistrand necklaces and no shortage of beads, which were worn by anyone and everyone.
Even after all of these years, the necklace remains an irrefutable staple of any complete outfit. Although new trends in jewelry are constantly emerging, the glamour and beauty of the past continue to inform modern styles and designs. In a way, the cyclical history of the necklace differs little from its familiar looped form: The celebrated French jewelry house Van Cleef & Arpels found much inspiration in King Tut, and, now, their Alhambra collection is a go-to for modern royals. Vintage David Webb necklaces — whose work landed him on the cover of Vogue in 1950, two years after opening his Manhattan shop — were likely inspired by the ornamental styles of ancient Greece, Mesopotamia and Egypt.
On 1stDibs, browse top designers like Dior, Chanel and Bulgari, or shop by your favorite style, from eye-catching choker necklaces to understated links to pearl necklaces and more.
If jewelry could talk, we know this piece would have good stories.
Emblems of heartfelt emotion, elegant vessels for photos and keepsakes and perfect for layering, these special ornaments are an essential component of any thoughtfully curated jewelry collection.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
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After more than a decade creating the iconic Lanvin gems of the Alber Elbaz years, designer Elie Top dove into the world of fine jewelry, mixing silver and gold to create his own striking, timeless look.