Glycine 18Kt. Solid Yellow Gold Art Deco Classic Round Manual Watch circa 1940's
By Glycine
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Glycine Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Round / Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 18 Kt Yellow Gold DIMENSIONS: Length 44mm X Diameter 35mm CIRCA: 1940's MOVEMENT / C...
Marina J. Black Onyx, Pearl & Solid 14k Art Deco Dangle Earrings
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pair features a round Pearl sitting within a smooth Black Onyx Donut, from which a baroque Pearl hangs. Made entirely with Solid 14k White Gold wiring and Findings, each piece i...
Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Art Deco Ring Mabe Pearl 1 ctw Diamonds solid 14K Gold ØUS 6.5/ 4gr
Located in SE
A ring from 1920s - 1930s, Art - Deco period, very likely German. Band hallmarked 585. Crown is 17 mm x 12 mm long x 7 mm deep. Top of crown in 14K White Gold or Platinum. Large ...
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Bold Gold Huggies Earring 14k Solid gold huggies earring Anniversary Gift
Located in Chicago, IL
Bold Gold Huggies Earring 14k Solid gold huggies earring Anniversary Gift Material Gold Metal Rose Gold Total Carat Weight 10.00 ctw & Over Width 6 mm Approx Gross Weight 3.48 Gram...
Gold, 14k Gold
18K solid Gold tourmaline Horizon pendant (**With chian**)
By Starlette
Located in Den Haag, NL
PRODUCT DETAILS: 18k Solid Gold Stones: Center Stone: Natural loose tourmaline 2 c.t (approx) Side stones : Brilliant cut Moissanite 0.5 c.t (approx) Are you looking for a unique and...
Gold
14k Trendy Crossover Diamond Ring Natural Stone Solid Gold
Located in Brooklyn, NY
New Unique Trendy Artistic Crossover style Gold Ring 14k White Solid Gold approx 4.70 grams Finger size 7 Natural Diamonds approx 1.10 carat H-SI gift box and appraisal included (gm...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Marina J. Black Onyx, Pearl & Solid 14k 'Art Deco' Dangle Earrings
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pair features a round Pearl sitting within a smooth Black Onyx Donut, from which a large Black Onyx teardrop bead hangs. Made entirely with Solid 14k Yellow Gold wiring and Find...
Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K solid Gold Illumina Diamond Ruby band
By Starlette
Located in Den Haag, NL
PRODUCT DETAILS: 18k Solid Gold Stones: Natural loose ruby 0.01 c.t(approx) Brilliant cut diamond 0.05 c.t (approx) Color: G-H Clarity: VS Cut: Excellent Made entirely by hand using ...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
Art Deco 10 Karat Solid Gold Unisex United States Naval Insignia Ring from 1953
Located in Long Beach, CA
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 10Kt. Solid Gold Die Struck CIRCA / YEAR: 1953 SIZE: 9 This wonderful hand made signet ring is done in a classic Art Deco Style.
$2,588
W 0.44 in L 0.44 in
Solid 14K Rose Gold Moissanite Diamond floral hallmarked Rose gold Earrings
Located in Delhi, DL
Item code- PRE21740 -Metal type- Rose Gold -Metal purity- 14K solid Gold -Hallmarked- Yes -No. of stones- 74 - Stone weight- 2.29cts -Stone type- Moissanite diamond -Stone color- G...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Solid 10Kt. Gold Art Deco Die Struck School Ring Hand Constructed from 1940's
Located in Long Beach, CA
STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco METAL / MATERIAL: 10Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1940's SIZE: 6.5 LIFETIME SERVICE COMMITMENT This elegant and classic Military style ring is entirely ...
Art Deco Panther Sculpture, Solid Bronze, France circa 1930
Located in Regensburg, DE
Beautiful Art Deco bronze sculpture of a panther from France around 1930. Bronze, dark gray-black patina. Standing on an oval bronze plinth. Flat panther sculpture (only 1 cm deep)...
Bronze
Gold Swirl Natural Diamond Statement Ring in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. This 14k gold ring brings a twist with its abstract open loop design, blending ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
18K solid Gold Diamond Tourmaline Nova ring
By Starlette
Located in Den Haag, NL
PRODUCT DETAILS: 18k Solid Gold Center Stone: Natural loose tourmaline 1.2 c.t (approx) Side Stones: Brilliant cut Diamond 0.1 c.t(approx) Made entirely by hand using ethically sourc...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold
Angara Natural Art Deco Inspired Emerald and Diamond Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Inspired by the Art Deco era, this 14k yellow gold broad ring features a beautiful ornamental design.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
Angara Natural Art Deco Inspired Ruby and Diamond Ring in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Inspired by the Art Deco era, this 14k rose gold broad ring features a beautiful ornamental design.
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
$685
W 0.2 in L 0.3 in
Green Diamond Stud Solid 14k Yellow Gold Dainty Minimalist Handmade Gold Earring
Located in Jaipur, IN
This sophisticated pair of natural emerald oval semi-bezel stud earrings delivers a timeless, gem-forward design with a clean, organic appeal. Details:- Item Code :- LEAMJOS-019 Mat...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Heavy 18k Solid Yellow Gold handmade Chain Link Bracelet
By LÖF
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crafted in solid 18K gold, it seamlessly integrates our signature bar motif with fluid half-moon crescent links, creating a rhythmic interplay of geometry and movement.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style 2.00ct Natural Sapphire and Diamond 14k Solid White Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Art Deco Style 2.00 Carats Natural Sapphire and Diamond 14K Solid White Gold Ring Suggested Replacement Value: Approx. $4,000.00 Stamped: 14K Total Natural Oval Cut Sapphire Weigh...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Cylindrical Natural Diamond Gold tassels Necklace in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. This lariat-style necklace features a structured diamond-studded pendant shaped...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Beaded Natural Diamond Broad Bracelet in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. Introducing our elegant gold bangle, a stunning piece that combines sophisticat...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco 3.25 CTW Big Aquamarine and Diamond Cocktail Ring 18k Solid White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Big Aquamarine and Diamond Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural aquamarine of 3.25 carats and diamonds of 0.51 carats.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
14k Solid Gold Ring Handmade Gold Everyday Wire Stacking Dainty Valentines Ring.
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Ring Handmade Gold Everyday Wire Stacking Dainty Valentines Ring. Total Carat Weight 0.24 ctw & Under Style Band, Charm Base Metal Gold Material Yellow Gold Band Widt...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
High Polish Antique Style Solid Gold Diamond Bracelet
Located in Great Neck, NY
Antique Style Designed High Polish Diamond Bracelet High quality diamond Bracelet. An elegant yet simple design that is high polish 14k Gold. The bracelet diamond are prong set and w...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Leaf Climber Ear Studs Solid Gold Minimalist Gold Ear Studs Gift
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Yellow Gold Leaf Climber Ear Studs Solid Gold Minimalist Gold Ear Studs Gift Base Metal Yellow Gold Certification BIS Hallmark Material 14k Solid Gold Gold Weight 1.18 Grams App...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Pear-Cut Emerald Pendant in 14KT Solid Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite pendant features a striking 2.13ct pear-cut natural emerald, cradled in a handcrafted 14KT gold setting. The vibrant green hue of the gemstone is beautifully complemen...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
$1,375
W 2.56 in D 0.83 in L 4.14 in
1869 Antique Austrian Niello Vanity Snuff Cigar Box solid 800 Silver / 164 gr.
Located in SE
Highly decorative vanity /snuff box or cigar case. In accordance with present hallmarks it was hand - made of solid 800 Silver on the territories of former Austrian-Hungarian Empire ...
Silver, Gold-filled, Niello
$2,928Sale Price / set|20% Off
W 0.41 in L 0.95 in
Art Deco Emerald Diamond Dangle Earrings Gift for Women in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Wedding Emerald Diamond Dangle Earrings Gift for Women in 18K Gold to make a statement with your look. You shall need dangle earrings to make a statement with your look. These earrin...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique German Creole Earrings solid 18K Gold / 1.8 gr
Located in SE
A pair of boat shaped creole dangles in solid 18K Gold with hollow bodies and cast decorations on both sides. Perfect permanent pair for women or small girls. Ca .1930s, hallmarked...
18k Gold
22k 916 gold stud earring- Twisted Nest design solid gold earring-2.30g
Located in Singapore, SG
Crafted from genuine 22K solid gold, these hoops are NOT plated, filled, or vermeil. This earring offer a modern take on a timeless classic. Perfect for any occasion, these earrings...
22k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Solid Gold Watch Chain Accessories Gift for Lovers
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Watch Chain Accessories Gift for Lovers Thickness 1.4mm Approx Type Chain Gross Weight 0.46 Grams Approx Size 2.5" Approx Color Gold Material Solid Gold Year Manufact...
Gold, 14k Gold
14K Solid Gold Cascade Earrings Gold Designer Jewelry For Women Designer Gift
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Solid Gold Cascade Earrings Gold Designer Jewelry For Women Designer Gift Base Metal Yellow Gold Certification BIS Hallmark Material 14K Solid Gold Gold Weight 3.5 Grams Approx ...
Gold, 14k Gold
Gold Diamond Ring Stacking 14K Band 14k Gold Wedding Stack Fine Solid Gold
Located in Chicago, IL
Gold Diamond Ring Stacking 14K Band 14k Gold Wedding Stack Fine Solid Gold Total Carat Weight 0.24 ctw & Under Diamond Weight 0.15 Ctw Approx Base Metal Gold Band Width 1.20 mm App...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Star Stud Earring 14K Solid Gold Earrings For Women Handmade Gold Earrings.
Located in Chicago, IL
Star Stud Earring 14K Solid Gold Earrings For Women Handmade Gold Earrings. Number of Diamonds 36 Shape Star Closure Butterfly Main Stone Color White Metal Yellow Gold Item Length 1...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$737Sale Price / item|30% Off
18k Solid Gold Eternal flower pendant (**With chain**)
By Starlette
Located in Den Haag, NL
Are you looking for a unique and elegant gift for your loved one? Do you want to impress them with a stunning piece of jewellery that reflects their beauty and personality? If so, yo...
Emerald, Gold
18k Solid Gold Eternal flower pendant(**With chain**)
By Starlette
Located in Den Haag, NL
Are you looking for a unique and elegant gift for your loved one? Do you want to impress them with a stunning piece of jewellery that reflects their beauty and personality? If so, yo...
Emerald, Gold
18k Solid Gold Glory sapphire pendant (**with chain**)
By Starlette
Located in Den Haag, NL
**This item includes the chain** Do you love the color of the sky, the ocean, and the royal? Do you want to own a pendant that is elegant, durable, and affordable? If so, you will l...
Sapphire, Gold
14k Solid Gold Musical Notes Stud Piercing Jewelry Nose Earrring
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Musical Notes Stud Piercing Jewelry Nose Earrring Item Length 6 mm Metal Yellow Gold Colour Gold Gauge 18 g (1 mm) Gauge (Thickness) 18g (1 mm)
Gold, 14k Gold
14K Solid Gold Mini Heart Earring Diamond Studs Gold Jewelry Birthday Gifts.
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Solid Gold Mini Heart Earring Diamond Studs Gold Jewelry Birthday Gifts. Base Metal Yellow Gold Certification 14K Hallmarked, IGI Material 14K Solid Yellow Gold, Natural Diamond...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
14k Gold Curled Snake Earring Solid Gold Lobe Tragus Cartilage Small Earring.
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Gold Curled Snake Earring Solid Gold Lobe Tragus Cartilage Small Earring. Certifiation: 14K Hallmarked Metal: Yellow Gold Item Length: 10mm Approx Size: 10x6mm Approx Total Carat...
Gold, 14k Gold
14k Solid Gold Butterfly Earrings Gold Body Piercing Insect Nose Ear Jewelry.
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Butterfly Earrings Gold Body Piercing Insect Nose Ear Jewelry. Base Metal Yellow Gold Certification 14K Hallmarked Item Length 7 mm Size 7.8x7.6 mm Approx Material 14...
Gold, 14k Gold
18k Solid Gold Glory sapphire pendant (**without chain**)
By Starlette
Located in Den Haag, NL
**This item is Necklace only and does not include the chain** Do you love the color of the sky, the ocean, and the royal? Do you want to own a pendant that is elegant, durable, and ...
Sapphire, Gold
Solid Bronze Art Deco Andirons, France 1950's
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Heavy pair of andirons, the face made of 2x1 solid bronze bar.
Bronze
$3,218
H 7.09 in W 20.87 in D 6.3 in
Art Deco Panther Sculpture, Solid Bronze, Signed, France circa 1930
By Emile Gregoire 1
Located in Regensburg, DE
Signed high-quality heavy Art Deco Bronze Sculpture of an eating Big Cat, (Panther or Lioness) from France about 1930. Signed: "Grégoire" (on side of the leg). Material: Solid Bronz...
Marble, Bronze
Diamond Bar Chain Drop Earring 14K Solid Gold Handmade Gold Christmas Earring.
Located in Chicago, IL
Diamond Bar Chain Drop Earring 14K Solid Gold Handmade Gold Christmas Earring. Number of Diamonds 26 Closure Butterfly Main Stone Color White/Colorless Metal Yellow Gold Item Length...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
14K Solid Gold Braided Gold Ring Wedding Ring For Women Birthday Gifts.
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Solid Gold Braided Gold Ring Wedding Ring For Women Birthday Gifts. Ring Size 7 Metal Yellow Gold Base Metal Gold Material 14K Solid Gold Total Carat Weight 0.24 Cts And Above C...
Gold, 14k Gold
14K Gold Lightning Bolt Stud Earring Solid Yellow Gold Minimalist Earring Studs.
Located in Chicago, IL
14K Gold Lightning Bolt Stud Earring Solid Yellow Gold Minimalist Earring Studs. Certifiation: 14K Hallmarked Metal: Yellow Gold Metal Purity: 14k Item Length: 9.3mm Approx Gold Weig...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,123 / item
18k Solid Gold Glory ruby pendant (**With chain**)
By Starlette
Located in Den Haag, NL
If you are looking for a unique and meaningful gift for yourself or someone special, you will love our 18k solid gold Glory pendant! **This item includes the chain** This pendant i...
Ruby, Gold
Art Deco Chandelier Solid Bronze Details with 5 Glass Shades
Located in Verviers, BE
Art Deco chandelier pendant on chain 30 cm with five mounts of solid Bronze, With a choice of 2 different lamp shades. In good condition and in full working order. Fitting E27. Com...
Bronze
14kt Solid Yellow Gold Sapphire Snake Dangle Earrings
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Pink Sapphire Snake Dangle Earrings in 14K Gold to make a statement with your look. You shall need small dangle earrings to make a statement with your look. These earrings create a s...
Diamond, Emerald, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
$1,462 / item
18k Solid Gold Glory ruby pendant (**With chain**)
By Starlette
Located in Den Haag, NL
If you are looking for a unique and meaningful gift for yourself or someone special, you will love our 18k solid gold Glory pendant! **This item includes the chain** This pendant i...
Ruby, Gold
Audemars Freres 14 Karat Solid Gold Oval Art Deco Watch with Breguet Dial 1920s
Located in Long Beach, CA
FACTORY / HOUSE: Audemars Freres STYLE / REFERENCE: Art Deco / Oval METAL / MATERIAL: 14Kt. Solid Gold CIRCA / YEAR: 1920's DIMENSIONS / SIZE: 46mm 3:00 to 9:00 X 42mm from 12:00 to ...
Gold
14k Solid White Diamond Star Stations Bracelet Gold Anniversary
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid White Diamond Star Stations Bracelet Gold Anniversary Number of Diamonds 55 Gross Weight 2.45 Grams Approx Shape Star Closure Spring Ring Item Length 5.5 in Metal Rose Gol...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
14k Solid Gold Initial Name Necklace Personalized Birthday Pendant
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Initial Name Necklace Personalized Birthday Pendant Necklace Length 16 Inches Approx Base Metal Yellow Gold, 14k Pendant Shape Name Metal Yellow Gold Size 6x4 mm Appr...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K solid GOLD Unity Diamond and Ruby earrings
By Starlette
Located in Den Haag, NL
Are you looking for a stunning gift for your loved one? Or maybe you want to treat yourself to a dazzling pair of earrings that will make you shine? Look no further than the Unity ru...
Ruby, Diamond, Gold
14k Solid Gold Diamond Leaf Pendant Gold Jewelry Feather Pendant Textured Leaf
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Diamond Leaf Pendant Gold Jewelry Feather Pendant Textured Leaf. Total Carat Weight 0.24 ctw & Under Number of Gemstones 6 Main Stone Color White Color White Number ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
14k Solid Gold Floral Diamond Earring Dainty Diamond Gold Flower Statement Gift.
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Floral Diamond Earring Dainty Diamond Gold Flower Statement Gift. Base Metal Yellow Gold Certification 14K Hallmarked, IGI Diameter 8 mm Approx Diamond Weight 0.06 ct...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow 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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Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.
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