Art Deco Winged Fancy Color Natural Diamond Ring in 18k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
The architectural fan wings expand across the finger with geometric columns of micro-pavé diamonds, creating a multi-stone statement silhouette. Crafted in 14k solid gold, this openw...
Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gol...
Art Deco 1920's Diana Sapphire Diamond in 18K Solid Gold Heirloom Ring
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
Art Deco 1920's Diana Sapphire Diamond in 18K Solid Gold Heirloom Ring A symbol of love and unity, this exquisite Art Deco “Toi et Moi” ring meaning “You and Me” in French, dates to...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
14Kt Solid Yellow Gold Art Deco Necklace Chain 1920's / 30's
Located in Long Beach, CA
METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's or 30's ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: 13 Inches in Length WEIGHT: 6.2g This exceptional handmade piece features a design so rar...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Emerald Cut Natural Diamond Art Deco Wedding Ring in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
The band is crafted in 14k solid gold and detailed with diamond accents that taper toward the center.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Art Deco ring - 18 karat solid gold ring - 1920's engagement ring
Located in Antwerp, BE
For sale is this lovely romantic hexagon shaped diamond ring. This wonderful ring is set in the centre with a bezel set brilliant cut diamond. Many small rose cut (chips) diamonds ar...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Hamilton 14Kt Solid Gold Ladies Art Deco Tonneau Shaped Watch 1930's
By Hamilton
Located in Long Beach, CA
The case is done in solid gold and the dial is done in Sterling Silver with Kiln Fired Enamel Printing.
14k Gold
$7,500
H 7 in W 3 in D 2 in
7th/9thC Solid Cast Bronze Prakhon Chai Bodhisattva Compassion. Fluid, Natural
Located in Ukiah, CA
7th–9th Century Solid-Cast Bronze Prakhon Chai Bodhisattva of Compassion. This superb solid-cast bronze Bodhisattva of Compassion, dating to the 7th–9th century, is strongly associat...
Bronze
Brutalist Solid Bronze Figure, Janos Percz c.1970
Located in San Francisco, CA
ABOUT Original Janos Percz solid bronze sculpture depicting one figure standing on the shoulders of another figure. CREATOR Janos Percz (Hungarian, 1920-2000. Unsigned. D...
Bronze
$900Sale Price|25% Off
Peridot Diamond Art Deco Style Dome Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
A vibrant round peridot at the center, surrounded by delicate rose-cut diamonds that add a beautiful twinkle. The design evokes the elegance of a blooming flower, with the peridot’s ...
Peridot, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
14k Solid Gold Zig Zag Wire Thin Ring Solid Gold Valentines Ring Minimalist Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Zig Zag Wire Thin Ring Solid Gold Valentines Ring Minimalist Ring Metal Yellow Gold Ring Size 7 Base Metal Gold Style Band, Charm, Pinky Ring Material Yellow Gold Tot...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Waltham Two Tone 14Kt. Solid Gold Rectangle Art Deco Watch circa 1927
By Waltham Watch Company
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Waltham Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Tank Style METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Yellow and White Gold / Hand Engraved CIRCA / YEAR: 1927 DIMENSIONS / ...
Gold-filled
Blue Sapphire and Diamond Art Deco Style Ring in Solid 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
showcases two striking deep blue sapphires at its center, radiating a rich, vibrant hue that captures the light with every movement. Brilliant diamonds accentuate the design, adding ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$4,165Sale Price / set|30% Off
H 13.75 in W 6.5 in D 13.5 in
QING DYNASTY 1900 Antique Foo-Dog Sculpture In Solid Patinated Bronze
Located in Miami, FL
A late 19th century Foo-Dog sculpture from the Qing Dynasty. This is a beautiful sculpture of a standing foo-dog, heavily cast in high relief in the late 19th century during the Qin...
Bronze
Art Deco Solid Gold Unisex Ring Handmade From 1930's Multi-Color
Located in Long Beach, CA
UNISEX RING STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Handmade Ring METAL / MATERIAL: 10Kt. Solid Gold Yellow and Rose CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's SIZE: 10.25 This great looking unisex ring is entirel...
10k Gold
17thC Javanese Solid Cast Bronze Censor With Buddha On Top
Located in Ukiah, CA
The Buddha itself is beautifully calm and understated, especially compared to the more elaborate base beneath it. I like the contrast between the quietness of the figure and the hea...
Bronze
$3,467
W 0.99 in D 0.2 in L 1.82 in
French 18k extraordinary Art Nouveau pendant - 18 ct solid gold - Floral design
Located in Antwerp, BE
We are very delighted to present this stunning Art Nouveau charm. This elegant pendant is ornamented with elegant bows, small leafs and little forget-me-not flowers. This lovely pend...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
13thC Cambodian Solid-Cast Bronze Post Khmer "Apsara" Large, Uncommon
Located in Ukiah, CA
This exceptional 13th century Cambodian bronze apsara dates to the Post-Khmer period and represents a remarkably large and finely cast example of its type. Solid cast and notably hea...
Bronze
$1,425
W 3.15 in D 0.56 in L 3.35 in
Antique European Cigarette case box solid 925 Gilt Silver / 155 gr
Located in SE
Early 20th century solid Sterling Silver cigarette case of excellent quality with engraved decorative pattern on both side, gilt parts and handy nail - catcher attached. Measurement...
Sterling Silver, Gold-filled
Solid 9K Rose Gold Natural Emerald Art Deco Womens Band Ring, Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
This Solid 9K Rose Gold ring follows an art deco inspired aesthetic, with a weight and boldness to its design it is sure to be an eyecatcher while being very comfortable to wear.
Emerald, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Art Deco Solid White Gold 1.06ct Round Aquamarine Floral Open Work Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Aquamarine - Round Cut - Prong Set - Nice Blue Color - 1.06ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k White Gold Weight: 3.2 Grams Ring Size: 6.0 ( fitted on ...
Aquamarine, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14k Solid Gold Heart Stud Smart Watch Accessory Solid Gold Watch Band Studs Gift
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Heart Stud Smart Watch Accessory Solid Gold Watch Band Studs Gift Base Metal: Yellow Gold Certification: 14K Hallmarked Metal: Yellow Gold Seller Notes “The Price I...
Gold, 14k Gold
$20,420Sale Price / item|20% Off
L 7.25 in
Art Deco Style Emerald Ruby Sapphire Wedding Bracelet 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Art Deco Style Emerald Ruby Sapphire Wedding Bracelet in 18K gold showcases 100 endlessly sparkling natural ruby, sapphire and emeralds total weighing 15 carats and 100 pieces o...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
14k Solid Rose Gold Spike Smart Watch Band Charm Solid Gold Watch Accessory Gift
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Rose Gold Spike Smart Watch Band Charm Solid Gold Watch Accessory Gift Seller Notes “Price for Only 1pc Stud.” Handmade Yes Country/Region of Manufacture India Material 14...
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Jules Jurgensen 18Kt Solid Yellow & Rose Gold Art Deco Ladies Watch circa 1930's
By Jules Jugensen
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Jules Jurgensen STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 18kt Yellow & Pink/Rose Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1930's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length "Lug Tip to Lug Tip" 33...
18k Gold, Rose Gold
18th-19thC Chinese Solid Cast Scroll Weight Of An Animated Lion
Located in Ukiah, CA
I picked this up originally because the lion made me laugh a little. It’s an old Chinese scroll weight, probably 18th or 19th century, solid cast and only about 3 inches long, but f...
Bronze
Unisex Art Deco Signet Ring in 10 Karat Solid Gold with Gold Inset from 1953
Located in Long Beach, CA
UNISEX RING STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Signet Ring METAL / MATERIAL: 10Kt. Solid Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1953 SIZE: 6 This great looking Academy ring die struck and is done in ...
10k Gold
Art Deco Style 22 Carat Turquoise Pyramid 14K Solid Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and classic handmade Art Deco Style cocktail ring with a Genuine Turquoise Pyramid of 22 carat measuring 16x16 mm set in a 14 kt yellow solid gold mounting,including 70 full c...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Bronze Indian Yogi, Unique Solid-Cast Hindu Sculpture - 7816
Located in Ukiah, CA
Antique Indian Yogi or another practitioner. Solid cast. 5 7/8" tall, 7 3/8 inches on a custom stand. Very uncommon piece with lots of personality. He is very animated-almost feels ...
Bronze
Art Deco Style 14K Solid White Gold Diamonds Black Onyx Jade Drops Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
SHIPPING+CUSTOM DUTY ARE PAID BY SELLER Classic Art Deci earrings in solid 14 k white gold with 4 Diamonds and 2 small Onyx cylinders, the bottom part is composed of 2 Jade plain ro...
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
Early Korean bronze Buddha. Solid cast early type. 10378
Located in Ukiah, CA
A remarkable early Korean bronze Buddha, though this iconic style was occasionally emulated in later centuries. Careful examination of the wear, patina, underside, and casting techni...
Bronze
$2,040 / set
W 0.47 in L 0.64 in
Natural Blue Sapphire with Diamond 14k Solid White Gold Art Deco Stud Earrings
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Gorgeous Blue Sapphire With Diamond 14k Solid White Gold Art Deco Stud Earrings to make a statement with your look.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$70,125 / item
W 0.46 in L 7 in
29.88 Carat Natural Ruby Art Deco Diamond Bracelet in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Natural Ruby Art Deco Diamond Bracelet in 18K gold showcases 29.88 carats of endlessly sparkling natural ruby and 6.25 carats of diamond.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,450
H 4.75 in W 2.5 in D 2 in
6th-8thC Western Thailand Cambodian Prakhon Chai/ Solid Cast Female Bodhisattva
Located in Ukiah, CA
A solid-cast female Bodhisattva torso, possibly from Western Thailand or Cambodia, possibly from Srivajaya, somewhere in the 6th–8th century Prakhon Chai world, peninsula, Thailan...
Bronze
Lapis Lazuli Pyramid Shape Art Deco Style 14K Solid Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and classic handmade Art Deco Style cocktail ring with a Genuine Lapis Lazuli Pyramid measuring 16x16 mm set in a 14 kt yellow solid gold mounting,including 70 full cut diamon...
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco 14K Solid Gold Ring: Bi-Color Tourmaline, Earth Mined Diamond Halo
Located in Columbus, OH
This elegant ring features a 3.48-carat bi-color tourmaline from Brazil, set in 14k gold weighing 2.96 grams. The 11x9mm center stone displays a stunning natural color gradient, acce...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14Kt Solid Pink and White Gold Art Deco Bracelet Chain 1920's / 30's
Located in Long Beach, CA
METAL / MATERIAL: Two-Tone 14Kt Pink & White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's / 30's ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: 13 Inches in Length WEIGHT: 9.1g This stunning handmade piece offers a rare ae...
14k Gold, White Gold
$3,740Sale Price / item|20% Off
W 1.11 in L 1.54 in
Statement Art Deco Ruby Diamond Unisex Wedding Brooch in Solid 18k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Statement Art Deco Ruby Diamond Unisex Wedding Brooch in 18K White Gold which is a fusion of surrealism and pop-art, designed to make a bold statement.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,500Sale Price / set|20% Off
L 1.07 in
Art Deco 1.85Ct Natural Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings In 14K Solid Rose Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Diamonds are a universal symbol of eternity, strength, and elegance a perfect gift to commemorate milestones or celebrate personal achievements. With brilliant sparkle and unmatched ...
Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
$4,376Sale Price / set|20% Off
L 1.07 in
Art Deco 1.85Ct Natural Diamond Dangle Drop Earrings In 18K Solid Rose Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Diamonds are a universal symbol of eternity, strength, and elegance a perfect gift to commemorate milestones or celebrate personal achievements. With brilliant sparkle and unmatched ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
$3,840Sale Price / item|20% Off
W 0.48 in L 7.5 in
Art Deco Style Ruby and Diamond Clover Tennis Bracelet 14k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Art Deco style Ruby and Diamond Clover Tennis Bracelet Gift for Wedding in 14K gold showcases endlessly sparkling natural ruby, weighing 3.77 carat and diamonds weighing 0.62 ca...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Style 4.80ct Diamond and Pearl Bracelet 18K Solid Gold
Located in EINDHOVEN, NB
This exceptional bracelet is a refined expression of Art Deco design, characterized by strong geometry, symmetry, and a perfectly balanced play between brilliance and softness. Elega...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
$3,840Sale Price / item|20% Off
W 0.48 in L 7.5 in
Art Deco Emerald Diamond Tennis Bracelet for Wedding in 14k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Art Deco Emerald Diamond Tennis Bracelet for Wedding in 14K gold showcases endlessly sparkling natural emerald, weighing 2.88 carat and diamonds weighing 0.65 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Solid Cast Bronze Tsong-kha-pa Figure from Early Tibet
Located in Ukiah, CA
I’ve always found Tsong-kha-pa figures recognizable almost immediately, even when they’re very small. There’s something about the tall pointed hat and the composed, intellectual feel...
Bronze
Birks 14Kt Solid White Gold Ladies Art Deco Two Tone Watch circa 1920's
By Birks
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Birks Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Round Style METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid White Gold / Yellow Gold Back CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Leng...
White Gold
14Kt Solid Yellow Gold Art Deco Pocket Watch Chain 1920's / 30's
Located in Long Beach, CA
METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt Solid Yellow Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's or 30's ATTACHMENT / LENGTH: 13 Inches in Length WEIGHT: 6.2g This exceptional handmade piece features a design so rar...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,048Sale Price|30% Off
H 9.25 in W 4.5 in D 3.85 in
QING DYNASTY 1850 Sculptural Enthroned Mazu Quan-Yin In Solid Gilded Bronze
Located in Miami, FL
A 19th century enthroned Mazu Quan Ying from the Qing Dynasty. This is a beautiful antique sculptural figure of an enthroned Mazu Quan Yin, cast in bronze in high relief in the late...
Bronze, Gold
$4,400Sale Price / item|20% Off
W 0.59 in L 7.5 in
Art Nouveau Style 18k Solid Yellow Gold 38.1 CTW Blue Topaz Flower Bracelet
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Blue Topaz Flower Bracelet in 18K gold showcases 77 endlessly sparkling natural blue topaz, weighing 38.1 carats. It measures 7.5 inches long in length. Blue topaz helps to imp...
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,250
H 2.75 in W 2.25 in D 1.625 in
18/19 Solid Cast Bronze Buddha, From Burma, Himalayas, Southern China
Located in Ukiah, CA
19th century or earlier bronze Buddha-Himalayan foothills? Southern China? The shape is what keeps drawing me back to it. The body, the proportions, the head — everything feels sl...
Bronze
Rare Deeply Serene Solid Cast Java Buddha, 14th-17th Century or Earlier
Located in Ukiah, CA
18thC Sri Lanka solid cast gilded Kandy style standing Buddha Excellent condition. This is a classic type of Sri Lankan Buddha, which closelyfollows the outline of what a Buddha nee...
Bronze
I.W.C. 18Kt Solid Yellow Gold Art Deco Oversized Tank Watch circa 1930's
By IWC
Located in Long Beach, CA
. / International Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Tank Style / Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 18Kt Solid Yellow Gold DIMENSIONS: Length "Lug Tip to Lug Tip" 41mm X Width 25mm CIRCA: 1...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,432Sale Price / item|20% Off
W 0.19 in L 7.25 in
Art Deco Natural Cat's Eye & Diamond Tennis Bracelet With 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Cat's Eye and Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 18K gold showcases 19 endlessly sparkling natural cat's eye, weighing 21.8 carat and 38 pieces of diamonds weighing 0.45 carat. It measu...
Diamond, Cat’s Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Elgin 14Kt Solid White Gold Art Deco Watch with Original Dial circa 1926
By Elgin
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Elgin Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Cushion Shape METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt White Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1926 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 34mm, Lug Tip to Lug T...
White Gold
Unisex Art Deco 10kt. Solid Gold Tiger Eye Hand Constructed Ring from 1940s
Located in Long Beach, CA
UNISEX RING STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco Ring METAL / MATERIAL: 10Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's CENTER STONE / WEIGHT: Tiger Eye or Metamorphic Chalcedony SIZE: 9 This unique ...
10k Gold
$1,048Sale Price|30% Off
H 9.6 in W 6.25 in D 4.5 in
QING DYNASTY 1880 Seated Enthroned Mazu Quan-Yin In Solid Gilt Bronze
Located in Miami, FL
A 19th century enthroned Mazu Quan Ying from the Qing Dynasty. This is a beautiful antique sculptural figure of an enthroned Mazu Quan Yin, cast in bronze in high relief in the late...
Bronze, Gold
$4,400Sale Price / item|20% Off
W 0.59 in L 7.5 in
Art Nouveau Style 18k Solid Yellow Gold 38.1 CTW Blue Topaz Flower Bracelet
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Blue Topaz Flower Bracelet in 18K gold showcases 77 endlessly sparkling natural blue topaz, weighing 38.1 carats. It measures 7.5 inches long in length. Blue topaz helps to imp...
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
UTI Paris 1930 Art-Deco Odd Shape Pocket Watch In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
This is a very unusual pocket watch created in Paris France by the watchmakers UTI during the art-deco period, back in 1930. The case of this pendant-pocket watch has been crafted in...
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$4,650 / item
W 0.16 in L 1.15 in
Art Deco Diamond Blue Sapphire Long Dangle Earrings in Solid 14k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Diamond blue sapphire dangle earrings in 14K gold to make a statement with your look. These earrings create a sparkling, luxurious look featuring oval cut gemstone. Sapphire stimulat...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.
The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.
However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)
While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.
Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.
A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.
Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
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.
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