Vintage 18 Karat Gold Sapphire and Chalcedony Brooch
Located in Bethesda, MD
A refined statement piece crafted in 18 karat gold, this broach features a luminous cabochon sapphire paired with soft chalcedony. Measuring 1⅝ inches in height and weighing 14.7 gra...
Chalcedony, Sapphire, 18k Gold
14K Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamond Pinky Ring, 1980s, Size 6.5
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Crafted in luminous 14K yellow gold, this striking pinky ring showcases a sophisticated constellation of rich blue sapphires and shimmering pavé diamonds in a bold, sculptural design...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sapphire and Diamond Princess Di Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1980s, 14k, American. This gorgeous ring features a lively 2.40 carat cornflower blue sapphire surrounded by 1.0 carat of brilliant diamonds (I color, SI1 clarity). Its classic...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Multi-Color Sapphires, Diamonds, Pearls 14kt White and Rose Gold Flower Earrings
Located in Marcianise, CE
Gorgeous flower earrings in 14 karat white and rose gold structure mounted with a round of small white pearls. In the central part, a flower in white gold structure studded with diam...
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
CARTIER Vintage Floral Motif Ring, 18k Yellow Gold with Emeralds, Sapphires
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Cartier vintage ring with a floral motif, in 18k yellow gold, featuring emeralds, sapphires, rubies, and diamonds. Condition: good condition, slight micro-scratches, some minor scrat...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Sapphires, Coral, Onyx, Kyanite, 14 Karat White Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Marcianise, CE
SHIPPING POLICY: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). PS: THIS POLICY IS NOT APPLICABLE ...
Onyx, Sapphire, Coral, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,800Sale Price|20% Off
14 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Cabochon Star sapphire Ring, Size 7
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This elegant 14 Karat Gold Ring showcases a bezel-set blue sapphire cabochon measuring approximately 9mm x 7mm. The rich blue stone displays a well-defined four-pointed star effect w...
Star Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Blue Sapphires, Diamonds, 18 Karat White and Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
Beautiful ring in 18 karat white and yellow gold structure mounted with a flower of sapphires and a diamond and,Laterally, a row of sapphires. All is surrounded by leaves in yellow g...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Honora 18kt Gold and 1.02ct, Diamond Ring with 2.27ct, Oval Blue Sapphire Center
By Honora
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Honora 1980, 18 karat yellow gold ring. Clover shape set with 1.02 carats of pave round brilliant Diamonds and a 2.27 carat oval Blue Sapphire.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Art Deco Style 1.10 Ct Diamond Sapphire Solitaire Platinum Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This stunning Art Deco Style ring has been totally hand crafted of solid Platinum Delightful target style, so elegant and timeless, superbly made throughout Centrally set with a bri...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Pearl, Tanzanite, Yellow Sapphires, Diamonds, 14 Kt White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
Beautiful ring in 14 karat white gold structure mounted with a yellow ( 12 mm )and white ( 12.5 mm) pearl in the central part surrounded by tanzanite,yellow sapphires and diamonds. ...
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat White Gold Free form Pink Sapphire Statement Ring 10.8 Gram Size 7
Located in Santa Monica, CA
14 Karat White Gold Free form Pink Sapphire Statement Ring Weighting 10.8 Gram Finger Size 7 Measurements 1 inch top span on vertical direction Condition good condition, no evid...
Sapphire, White Gold
Vintage Diamond Sapphire Ruby and Emerald Earrings in Yellow Gold
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of vintage jewelry/estate jewelry. Gemstone Quality Sapphire Quality Color Blue Cut Round Co...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Ruby Sapphire and Pearl Flexible Gold Cuff Bracelet Bangle
By Bulgari
Located in Austin, TX
A beautiful and classic flexible 18K yellow gold cuff bangle set with pearls, sapphires and rubies by Bulgari, circa 1980's. The bracelet masterfully worked in 18k gold with flexib...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond and Yellow Sapphire Crossover Ring by Sabbadini Milano
By Sabbadini
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
This crossover design 18k yellow gold ring by Sabbadini features 12.83 carats of vivid dark and light yellow Sapphires and 0.75 carats of high quality round brilliant diamonds - appr...
Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2.83 Carat Burmese Sapphire 3.05 Carat Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Bombe Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 1980's 2.83 carat Burmese sapphire and 3.05 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold and 18 karat white gold cocktail bombe ring; part of our diver...
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 3 Carat Yellow And Blue Sapphire Bezel Dome Evil Eye Ring
By Gad & Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Yellow Sapphire with Blue Sapphire & Diamonds Dome Ring. This vintage dome ring is crafted from 18k yellow gold. The center stone is a 3 carat yellow sapphire with an oval-...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...
18 K Cuban link necklace carved blue Sapphire Diamond
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A timeless handcrafted 18 K cuban link Necklace set with a pear shape blue Sappire Cabochon weighing approximately 10 ct, surrounded by brilliant cut Diamonds. Very nice workmanship,...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Large Mauboussin Ruby Sapphire Emerald Yellow Gold Brooch
By Mauboussin
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
This large Mauboussin brooch is a bold and elegant example of the maison’s refined artistry, combining dynamic form, vibrant color, and exceptional craftsmanship. Crafted in 18 kara...
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Adriano Chimento Sapphire and Diamond Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold featuring a center Pear Shaped Cabochon Sapphire weighing approximately 4.00 carats and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximate...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
14 K Yellow Gold 1980s Cocktail Ring Sapphire Diamonds
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Captivating cockatail Ring in 14 K yellow Gold featuring a lovely blue oval Sapphire weighing approximately 1.80 ct framed by Baguette and bBrilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximat...
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pearls, Sapphires, Hydro Amethyst, Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold, Dangle Earrings
Located in Marcianise, CE
Vintage dangle earrings in 14k rose gold structure, mounted with two Akoya pearls in the upper part, two green sapphires flowers in the middle and two drops of hydro amethyst as pend...
Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
18k Yellow Gold Sapphire & Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
Material: 18k Yellow Gold Gemstone: Sapphire 8.50 carats, Diamond 0.12 carats, G-H Color, SI1-SI2 Weight: 14.85 grams Dimensions: 26.95 x 17.35 mm Rectangular sapphire and diamond ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Cross Pendant with Sapphires and Ruby
Located in Hicksville, NY
Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 9.5 grams Ruby and Sapphire Details: Weight: 1.00ct, total weight Cut: Old European brilliant Color: Blue and Red Pendant...
Yellow Gold
$4,960Sale Price|20% Off
18 Karat White Gold Cabochon Black Star Sapphire Ring, Size 8.5
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18 Karat White Gold Black Star Sapphire Ring. The ring features a bezel-set oval black star sapphire. The six-star sapphire has great presence with light. The sapphire measures 13.5 ...
Star Sapphire, Black Star, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Coral Diamonds Sapphires Emeralds Rubies Yellow Gold 18 Karat Cuff Bracelet
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Bracelet with natural coral spools. Made entirely by hand by expert Neapolitan goldsmiths in 18-karat gold. On it there is natural coral in the shape of spools of different sizes o...
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,408Sale Price|20% Off
14K Karat White Gold Retro Cluster Ring with Diamonds & Sapphires, 1980s
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This elegant 14 karat white gold diamond and blue sapphire cluster ring features a beautifully layered, multi-tiered design that creates striking dimension and brilliance. At the cen...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold
Vintage gold pearl sapphire rhinestone designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with faux stones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 46 ❤️...
$14,474Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Multi-Color Sapphire, Diamond Onyx & White Agate Necklace in 14K Gold
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
An absolute masterpiece of vintage high-jewelry design, this superb statement choker necklace represents a perfect harmony of bold geometric form and joyful color. Artfully crafted i...
Agate, Diamond, Onyx, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Princess Cut Diamond and Blue Sapphire Pinky Ring, 14K Gold, 1980s
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Crafted in rich 14K gold, this refined pinky ring showcases a striking balance of brilliance and color. At its center, a single princess-cut diamond is channel-set on a diagonal, cre...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alternating Dangle Citrine, Yellow Sapphire & Peridot 14K Gold Droplet Necklace
Located in Palm Desert, CA
A vibrant and elegant 14K gold necklace featuring alternating dangle droplets of citrine, yellow sapphire, and peridot, creating a lively play of color and light. Each gemstone is de...
Handcrafted Vintage Ring Blue Sapphires, Elatius Coral, 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Marcianise, CE
Vintage ring in 14k yellow gold structure, mounted with a central fInely carved elatius coral rose, surrounded by 4.22 ct of blue sapphires, and curly decorations in yellow gold stru...
Coral, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage gold sapphire glass rivioli designer earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 43 ❤️❤️...
Vintage gold faux sapphire pearl designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with faux stones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • 2 1/4" by 1" CONDITION • excellent vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ...
$3,000Sale Price|20% Off
18 Karat White Gold Marquise-cut Sapphires and Brilliant-Cut Diamond Cluster
Located in Palm Desert, CA
18 Karat White Gold Marquise-Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring. The split ring cluster ring features seventeen marquise-cut blue sapphires and eight round diamonds, all stones are prong...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
$1,920Sale Price|20% Off
Ruby Bead Drop Necklaces Seed Pearls Sapphire Doubled 14 Karat
Located in North Hollywood, CA
These teardrop Ruby beads are two necklaces put together,or worn individually. One is set with Seed Pearls and the other with Sapphire beads. Each necklace is 17" long together they...
Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
Gubelin Yellow Sapphire Diamond Yellow Gold 18K Clasp Pearl Necklace 1980S
By Gubelin
Located in Geneva, CH
Yellow Sapphire Cushion shape estimated approximately 5.50 / 6.50 carats (treated) surrounded by round-cut Diamond on Yellow Gold 18K Clasp Cultured Pearl Necklace (pearl necklace is...
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,280Sale Price|20% Off
14 Karat Yellow Gold Marquise Sapphire and Diamond Accent Floral Cluster Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Striking and elegant, this 14 Karat Gold Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cluster Ring features a beautifully designed twisted split-shank setting that showcases a vibrant arrangement of ge...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Certified Pair of Natural Blue Sapphire & Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Pasadena, CA
Item: Earrings Gemstone: Natural Blue Sapphire, approximately 1.84 carats total Accent Gemstones: Natural Diamonds, approximately 0.28 carats total Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Style: Vin...
14k Gold
Sapphires Rubies Emeralds Aquamarine Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
This is a bold and luxurious yellow gold ring 18 Karat adorned with a vibrant assortment of gemstones. It features oval-cut sapphires, emeralds, rubies, and aquamarines, with a comb...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat Gold and Platinum Three Stone Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning 18ct gold and platinum ring holds a central diamond with sparkling blue pear shape sapphires either side. The diamond measures 75pts and the sapphires measure 30pts eac...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 18K Gold Natural Sapphire Mosaic Band Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This vintage 18K gold band showcases a striking mosaic of natural blue sapphires, each individually cut and fitted to create a geometric, seamless field of color. Viewed from inside ...
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Natural blue Sapphire Royal Blue Unheated 2.75ct Oval Cabochon
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural blue Sapphire Royal Blue Sapphire Unheated 2.75ct Oval Cabochon Additional information: Condition: New without tags: A brand-new, unused, and unworn item (including handmad...
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire
18K Yellow Gold Sapphire & Diamond Ribbon Brooch
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A dramatic, couture-quality brooch crafted in 18K yellow gold, styled as an elegant ribbon-tied jeweled tassel. The upper bar features calibre-cut deep blue sapphires set in a linear...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Handcraft Pearls 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamonds Rubies and Sapphire Stud Earrings
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2, 45 carat Sapphires 2, 36 carat Diamonds 18 kt White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
Fabulous oval ring in 18 kt gold, enriched with 2.45 ct sapphires and 2.36 ct diamonds. Total weight 13.8 Diamonds ct 2.36 Sapphires ct 2.45 Size ita 13.50 Size frach 53.5 Size usa 6...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Bracelet
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A bold and beautifully structured vintage bracelet crafted in rich 18K yellow gold, featuring a striking geometric design of alternating rows. The bracelet is set with approximately ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
French 1.97 Carat Diamond Ruby Emerald and Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Ruby Quality: Cut Round Faceted Content 0.30 carat Emerald Quality: Cut Round Faceted Content 0.25 carat Sapphire Quality: Colour Blue Cut Round Faceted Content 0.19 carat Diamond...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
White Diamonds, Blue Sapphires, Emeralds, White Pearl, Rose Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
Amazing cluster ring realized in 14K rose gold structure mounted with 3.5 gr of glossy pearl of 13.5 mm, adorned with 3.06 ct of 4 oval shape blue sapphires and round shape emeralds...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Big Yellow Topaz, Diamonds, Blue Sapphires, 18 Karat Rose Gold Vintage Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
Elegant vintage ring in 18 kt rose gold structure, mounted with a big central round yellow topaz surrounded by a frame of intense blue sapphires and diamonds. This ring is totally ha...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage gold tone sapphire glass waterfall designer earrings
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass • vintage designer earrings MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku 51 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE ...
Vintage 18K Gold Bracelet with Channel-Set Sapphires and Pavé Diamonds, 1980s
Located in Miami, FL
A luxurious 18K yellow gold link bracelet set with rich blue sapphires and brilliant white diamonds, combining bold geometry with refined sparkle.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold Ring with Blue Sapphire & Diamond Baguette Checkerboard - Size 6
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This 18k yellow gold ring has a checkerboard pattern made up of alternating diamond & blue sapphire baguettes. - Stone Info - 14x SI1/E Diamond Baguettes in various sizes 16x Bl...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Fancy Yellow Central Diamond Sapphires Rubies Rose, White Gold Ring
Located in Marcianise, CE
Fabulous and elegant 14 kt rose and white gold ring with ruby stones and sapphires 8.78 ct that form a luminous flower, on the sides of this ring there are diamonds with various cut...
White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Whit...
French 18 K yellow Gold Vintage Heart earclips Sapphire Ruby Diamonds
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A pair of lovely 18 K yellow Gold heart shaped earclips of french provenance. These colorful earclips feature 2 lovely blue Sapphire Cabochons weighing 2.50 ct, 2o finely calibrated ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamonds, Sapphires, South- Sea Pearls, 14 Karat White and Rose Gold Earrings
Located in Marcianise, CE
Fantastic earrings in 14 kt white and rose gold structure mounted with 2 pearls and decorations of diamonds and multicolor sapphires. These earrings were totally handmade by Italia...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Sapphire Line Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold - '80s
Located in Milano, Lombardia
A refined expression of minimalist glamour, this vintage line bracelet is crafted in 18K yellow gold and set with 45 round-cut natural sapphires in a continuous, articulated design. ...
Yellow Gold
1980s 14k Yellow Gold and Blue Sapphire Cufflinks from Newark School
Located in Lexington, KY
These lovely cufflinks are made with 14k yellow gold and blue sapphires. The cufflinks feature a beautiful sundial pattern with incredible small detail. The round cut, natural, blue ...
1980s Cultured Pearl Diamond Sapphire Emerald Ruby and Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of gemstone jewelry/estate jewelry. Gemstone Quality Sapphire Quality Color Blue Cut Bead Co...
Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, ...
$7,222Sale Price|20% Off
1950s Mid-Century Diamond Coral, Emerald & Sapphire 18K Gold Giardinetto Brooch
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
A magnificent and highly important Mid-Century "Giardinetto" statement brooch, masterfully crafted in solid 18-karat yellow gold. This monumental piece, weighing a luxurious 56.30 gr...
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 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.
On 1stDibs, shop the bright blue gems that star in sapphire rings, sapphire necklaces and other vintage and antique sapphire jewelry.
Sapphires — the stone of choice for Napoleon, Princess Diana and Elizabeth Taylor — have been a favorite of aristocrats and the well-to-do since the time of the Ancient Greeks.
Picture a sapphire. If the stone you conjure is a deep cornflower blue, you’re seeing only part of the picture. Although blue Kashmirs are considered the most valuable, sapphires come in every color except red. No matter the hue, this very special gem is rich in history and beloved by royals (FYI, Princess Diana and Kate Middleton share an 11-carat sapphire engagement ring), so September babies are in very noble company.
America’s version of royalty — old money and celebrities — have also shown a predilection for the blue stones. In 1940, John D. Rockefeller Jr. had Cartier mount a 62-carat sapphire he had bought from an Indian maharajah in a brooch for his first wife, Abby Aldrich Rockefeller; in 2001, the piece sold for a then-record of $3,031,000 at Christie’s New York.
The grand dame of jewelry, Elizabeth Taylor had a passion for the gems that her lovers were happy to indulge. Second husband Michael Wilding gave her an engagement ring set with a cabochon sapphire, while Richard Burton famously presented her with a BVLGARI sautoir set with diamonds and sapphires, including at its center a cabochon Burmese weighing 52.72 carats. One of the star lots in the sale of Taylor’s jewels at the Christie’s New York in 2011, it sold for $5,906,500.
You don’t have to have blue blood or a bulging bank account, however, to get an eyeful of this much-coveted gem. A number of outstanding examples reside in public collections.
The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History owns the 423-carat Logan sapphire, a gift from the Guggenheim family, and the Hall sapphire and diamond necklace, designed by Harry Winston and featuring 36 fine, well-matched cushion-cut Sri Lankan sapphires weighing a combined 195 carats. Also in the collection is the Bismarck sapphire necklace, designed by Cartier and sporting a central sapphire weighing 98.6 carats, which Mona Von Bismarck donated to the museum.
Sapphires are composed of corundum. Their color derives from trace elements, such as iron, titanium, chromium, copper or magnesium. When the trace element produces a ruby hue, the stone is called, what else, a ruby. (which is, as mentioned above, why sapphires cannot be red by definition).
The allure of large gemstones endures throughout the periods characterized as vintage, and sapphire features frequently in vintage engagement rings. (On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.)
Find an exquisite collection of vintage and antique sapphire jewelry on 1stDibs.