14K Two Tone 0.26ctw Diamond Large 3D Anchor Pendant On 22" Rope Link Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Stone(s): (17) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Fiery G-I Color - VS2-SI2 Clarity - 0.26ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow and White Gold (Rope Par...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern 9k Yellow Gold Fob Chain Circa 2000s
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
This modern yellow gold fob chain features graduated solid curb links with a T-bar fob and is secured with two swivel clasps.
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,550 / item
14k Gold Disk Charm Necklace
Located in Missoula, MT
This necklace features 9, 12mm solid gold disks, each adorned with its own special 2.2mm Montana sapphire
Sapphire, 14k Gold
Craig Drake 18k Gold Pearl & Diamond Dual Wheat Link Lariat DropNecklace
By Craig Drake
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Yellow & White Gold - Italian Weight: 90 Grams Chain Type: Dual Wheat Link Chain Chain Length: 17 Inches (wearable length) Chain Clasp: Push Clasp w/ Safety Latch...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Garnet & Diamond Lavalier Pendant 14k Rose Gold Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Garnet - Emerald Cut - Bezel Set - Deep Red Color - 9.5 x 4.7mm (approx.) (1) Natural Genuine Garnet - Pear Cut - Bezel Set - Deep Red Color - 9.4 x...
Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century 9k Rose Gold Fob Chain Circa 1980s
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
This late 20th century rose gold fob chain features graduated solid curb links with a drop T-bar fob and is secured with two swivel clasps.
9k Gold, Rose Gold
CHANEL A14C red black resin faux pearl CC logo station chain sautoir necklace
By Chanel
Located in Hong Kong, NT
CHANEL A14C red black resin faux pearl CC logo station chain long sautoir necklace Reference: VNWG/A00029 Brand: Chanel Designer: Karl Lagerfeld Collection: 2014 Cruise Resort (Stamp...
$1,196Sale Price|20% Off
18K Solid Gold Marquise Gold Pendant with 0.45 Carats Diamonds in
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
A fine jewelry piece with a modern flair, this flower pendant necklace is our original design featuring a sparkling pave diamond setting of 27 white diamonds. and hangs picture style...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Antique Edwardian Platinum & Gold 1.05ctw Old Diamond Large Cross Handmade Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (54) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Rose Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 1.05ctw (approx.) (19) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Single & Old European Cu...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Russian Bracelet 0.5ctw Diamonds 18KGold Platinum/ 14.8cm-18 cm/10.5gr
Located in SE
Russian ca. 1908 -1917 Imperial period solid 18K Gold and Platinum link Bracelet decorated with five old diamond cut Siberian Diamonds and 14 rose cut Diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
18k Gold Color Change Alexandrite & Diamond Horseshoe Lucky Slide Pendant Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (7) Natural Genuine Alexandrite - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Gorgeous Change Of Color - Green to Purple Color - 0.25ctw (exact) (2) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Ro...
Alexandrite, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Ancient Coin Dainty Medallion Slide Pendant Box Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 3.46 Grams Chain Type: 0.8mm Box Link Chain Length: 15 Inches (measured next to a ruler) Clasp: Spring Ring Pendant Width: 21.5mm (0.84") Pend...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Crescent Moon Pave Diamond Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Miami Beach, FL
The celestial-inspired design symbolizes new beginnings and femininity, making it a meaningful piece that layers beautifully with other necklaces. The crescent moon measures approxi...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Art Deco White Gold Black Onyx Diamond Filigree Pendant Intricate Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Black Onyx - Custom Cut - Pierced - Prong Set - Black Color - 28.6x23mm (approx.) (3) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Single & Old Mine Cut - Pave S...
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Georgian Gold & Silver Old Cut Diamond Petite Pendant Adjustable Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (25) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Old Mine Cut & Rose Cut - Prong, Pave & Bezel Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.18ctw (largest diamond weight - approx.) Material...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Victorian 14K Gold Pearl Cluster Black Enamel Round Disc Pendant & Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
The pendant slides on an 17 inch, solid 14k yellow gold Cuban/curb link chain, that secures with a spring ring clasp, making it 100% ready to wear upon arrival.
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
New 14k White Gold 2.38ct Round Blue Zircon Solitaire Pendant Adjustable Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Zircon - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Lively Bright Blue - 7.5mm (approx.) Total Carat Weight: 2.38 (exact) Material: 14K Solid White Gold Wei...
Blue Zircon, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
New 14k Gold 6.57ct Cushion Aquamarine & Sapphire Pendant & Adjustable Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
Gorgeous high quality natural Aquamarine framed neatly by royal blue sapphires. High quality gemstones in an elegant style with an adjustable classic and strong chain. Enjoy! --Ston...
Aquamarine, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Victorian 14K Gold Diamond Black Enamel Twisted Wire Pendant & 18" Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
The pendant slides on an 18 inch, solid 14k yellow gold curb link chain, that secures with a spring ring clasp, making it 100% ready to wear upon arrival.
White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1990's, Italian Horsebit Lapis Lazuli 18k Gold Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
1990's, Italian Horsebit Lapis Lazuli 18k Gold Necklace Metal: 18K Yellow Gold Origin: Italy Era: 1990's Weight: 35.0 Grams Length: 18 Inches A timeless and sophisticated Italian g...
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Solid Yellow Gold Oval Carabiner Screw Lock Jewelry Finding Connector
Located in Jaipur, IN
The oval frame is clean and proportionally considered — elongated enough to accept chains of multiple gauges simultaneously, wide enough to accommodate thick link chains, lobster cla...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k White Gold Diamond & Ruby Large Detailed Floral Key Pendant Wheat Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - G/H Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity - 0.47ctw (exact) (5) Natural Genuine Ruby - Round Cut - Pave Set - Red...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
18k Gold Ruby Black & White Diamond 41" Beveled Cable Link Ball Dangle Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (16) Natural Genuine Rubies - Rondell Cabochon Cut - Purplish Red Color - 6.3mm to 7.8mm (approx.) (9) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Faceted Rondell Cut - Black Color - 4....
Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamond Cross Charm Pendant Solid 14k White Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Its versatile, unisex appeal makes it an ideal everyday signature piece, styled beautifully on a heavy link chain or layered within a luxury necklace stack.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Victorian 14K Gold .78ct Diamond Open Star Crown Dangle Pendant & Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
Total Carat Weight: 0.78 (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Rosy Yellow Gold Weight: 5.81 Grams Chain Type: Curb Link Chain Length: 15.75 Inches Clasp: Spring Ring Overall Width: 21.70mm...
White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Solid 14k Yellow Gold Cross Charm Pendant Natural Pave Diamond Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Its versatile appeal makes it an ideal everyday signature piece, styled beautifully on a heavy link chain or layered within a luxury necklace stack.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co 18k Yellow Gold Peretti Cross Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Suspended from a long 30-inch gold link chain, this necklace is ideal for layering or wearing alone as a statement piece.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
New 14K Gold .66ct GIA Marquise Bezel Diamond Solitaire Pendant Adjustable Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a gorgeous, brand new, pendant necklace crafted in solid 14k white gold. The necklace features a fine, GIA certified, marquise brilliant cut diamond solitaire neatly bez...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
New 14k Gold 2.44ctw Pear Aquamarine & Sapphire Pendant & Adjustable Cable Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Aquamarine - Pear Cut - Prong Set - Transparent Greenish Blue Color - 10x8.3mm - 2.16ct (exact) (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Round Brilliant Cut -...
Aquamarine, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
New 14k Yellow Gold GIA 1.77ct Oval Sapphire Solitaire Pendant Adjustable Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Sapphire - Oval Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Deep Blue Color - Heated - 1.77ct (exact) ** See Certification Details Below for Complete Info ** Mater...
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k Gold Lock Necklace Sapphire Beads embedded Design Vintage Pendant
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Gold Lock - Has a lovely appearance Bold and Statement Necklace Pendant Solid 14k Yellow Gold and Natural Sapphire Beads embedded into the unique design Approx weight 8.0 gra...
Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k TT Gold 0.30ct Round Bezel Diamond Solitaire Pendant on 16" Snake Bead Link
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - SI2 Clarity - I Color Total Carat Weight: 0.30 (exact) Material: Solid 14K White Gold w/ Yellow Gold Ac...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Starfish 18K Gold Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Guangzhou, CN
The large starfish is suspended from a contemporary open-link chain, embodying Peretti's signature minimalist yet bold aesthetic.
18k Gold
Designer Padlock Charm Pendant Solid 14k Yellow Gold Natural Diamond Pendant
Located in Jaipur, IN
This item is an adorable vintage-inspired teddy bear padlock charm pendant featuring a whimsically stylized lock design accented with twin gemstones. Details:- Item Code :- PEMJ-179...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Classic 14K Gold 1ctw Round Brilliant Diamond Channel Open Heart Pendant & Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (25) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Channel Set - SI1/SI2 Clarity - G/H Color Total Carat Weight: 1.00 (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Wei...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Natural Diamond Heart Charm Solid 14k Yellow Gold Jewelry Labradorite Pendant
Located in Jaipur, IN
This item is a natural labradorite heart charm pendant with a diamond accent Details:- Item Code :- PEMJ-1714 Material - 14K Solid Yellow Gold 14k Gold Weight - 0.22 Grams Gross Wei...
Diamond, White Diamond, Labradorite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Gold 20" Baroque Gray Pearl & Sapphires Open Oval Twisted Rope Station Link
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (28) Natural Cultured Pearls - Baroque Shape - Wire Strung - Silvery Gray Color w/ Green overtone- 8-10.1mm (approx.) (56) Natural Genuine Sapphires - Round Brilliant C...
Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique Belle Epoque Platinum European Diamond Flared Pendant & 18k Gold Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
The pendant is further adorned with delicate milgrain etching throughout and hangs from a 18 inch cable link chain that is crafted from solid 18k white gold, making this piece 100% r...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
18k White Gold Italian Modern Drop lariat Pearl Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
Versatile and timeless, it can be worn alone as a statement piece or layered with other chains for a contemporary look. Ideal for collectors and discerning buyers seeking Italian gol...
Diamond, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, W...
Antique 18k Yellow Gold GIA 2.10ctw M SI1 Old Diamond Solitaire Handmade Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
Handmade Open Link Chain! --Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old Circular Round Cut - Prong Set - M Color - SI1 Clarity - 2.10ct (exact - certified) **See Certification Det...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid 14k Yellow Gold Jewelry Natural Coral Gemstone Cowrie Sea Shell Pendant
Located in Jaipur, IN
It includes a top-attached smooth gold bail loop, allowing the charm to glide easily onto a necklace chain or bracelet link Styling: Commonly styled as a bohemian beach or coastal c...
Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique White Gold 1.8ctw Old European Cut Diamond Dangle Pendant on Rope Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
VERY BRILLIANT OLD CUT NICE LARGE DIAMONDS! –Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Old European Cut - Prong Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamond - 6mm - 0.85ctw (approx.) (2) Natur...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14k White Gold 0.50ctw Diamond Graduated Drop Journey Pendant w/ 18" Box Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone:-- (3) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - I2 Clarity - H/I Color - 0.50ctw (approx.) Material: 14K Solid White Gold Weight: 2.3 Grams Pendant Width...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
7ct Boulder Opal and .5ct Diamonds Necklace 18k Gold
By Nancy Phillips
Located in Eugene, OR
Framed in a shimmering diamond halo, this natural gemstone is securely set in an 18k yellow gold bezel. Its unique silhouette is accented by a designer bar-and-link gold chain, makin...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Designer V Initial Charm Natural Diamond Solid 14k Yellow Gold Jewelry Pendant
Located in Jaipur, IN
It is suspended from a matching, articulated oval bail that features a corresponding row of shimmering pave diamonds, adding seamless continuity and allowing it to slide easily onto ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Natural Diamond Cross Charm Pendant Solid 14k Yellow Gold Handmade Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Its versatile, unisex appeal makes it an ideal everyday signature piece, styled beautifully on a heavy link chain or layered within a luxury necklace stack.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Yellow Gold 0.45ctw Diamond Graduated Bubble Drop Journey Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (5) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - G/H Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity - 0.45ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 2.1 Grams Chai...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
New 14K Gold .33ct Round Brilliant Diamond Solitaire Pendant w/ Adjustable Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
Enjoy :) --Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - VS1/VS2 Clarity - H Color Total Carat Weight: 0.33 (exact) Material: Solid 14K White Gold We...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1909 US Indian Head $5 Gold Coin Pendant Necklace, 18k Gold with Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
The gold chain is a heavy 18k solid gold and the coin is solid 22k gold.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid 14k Yellow Gold Cross Charm Pendant Natural Pave Diamond Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Its versatile appeal makes it an ideal everyday signature piece, styled beautifully on a heavy link chain or layered within a luxury necklace stack.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k White Gold 1.01ctw Alternating Channel Ruby & Diamond Circle Pendant Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (6) Natural Genuine Ruby - Round Brilliant Cut - Channel Set - Vivid Deep Red Color - 0.46ct (exact) (6) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Channel Set - ...
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold
14k White Gold Tanzanite & Diamond Slide Dual Drop Pendant w/ 18" Snake Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Tanzanite - Trillion Cut - Channel & Prong Set - Bluish Violet Color - 4.1x4.4mm each (approx.) (17) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Baguette Cut - Chann...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
18k White Gold 3.50ctw Pavé Diamond Greek Key Pendant Necklace
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18k White Gold 3.50ctw Pavé Diamond Greek Key Pendant Necklace Style: Pavé Diamond Greek Key Pendant Necklace Material: 18k White Gold Pendant Design: Greek key / maze motif square ...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Rosario Navia Mara Medium Folded Link Pendant I in 18K Gold, Platinum, & Diamond
By Rosario Navia
Located in New York, NY
A 22mm small folded link pendant perfect to wear alone or layered. It is meticulously handcrafted with 18K solid gold with 3-rows of natural diamonds pave. The Mara Collection was ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
White Gold 3.32ctw Trapezoid Grooved Pink Tourmaline Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Tourmaline - Trapezoid Faceted & Grooved Cushion Cut - Prong Set - Vivid Pink Color - 11.5x7.3mm - 3.20ct (exact) (4) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Rou...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14K Gold Garnet Engraved Navette Marquise Locket Pendant on 21" Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (22) Natural Genuine Garnets -Old Round Cut - Channel Set - Deep Rich Red Color Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Pendant w/ 14K Yellow Gold Chain Weight: 14.88 Grams H...
Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Solid 14k Yellow Gold Shell Charm Pendant Natural Emerald Gemstone Fine Jewelry
Located in Jaipur, IN
Solid 14k Yellow Gold Shell Charm Pendant Natural Emerald Gemstone Fine Jewelry Details:- Item Code :- PEMJ-1462-EM Material - 14K Solid Yellow Gold 14k Gold Weight - 0.88 Grams Gem...
Emerald, 14k 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.
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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.