White Gold 0.40ctw Diamond Reversible Flower Station 16" Cable Link Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (40) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave & Prong Set - G/H Color - VS2 Clarity - 0.40ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18k White Gold w/ 14k Clasp Weight...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold
Gucci 18k White Gold Large 6 Horsebit Motif Chain Necklace
By Gucci
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This authentic Gucci horsebit chain necklace is crafted in solid 18k white gold and showcases the brand’s iconic equestrian motif in a refined, modern design. Six polished horsebit l...
18k Gold, White Gold
Antique 9ct Gold 59" Long Hammered Faceted Wrap Rolo Link Chain w/ Dog Clip
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 9k Yellow Gold Weight: 58.24 Grams Chain Type: Hammered Faceted Wrap Rolo link Chain Length: 59 Inches Chain Width: 5.8mm (approx.) Closure: Dog Clip Inside Clasp Mea...
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Twisted Two Chain Link 18k Two-Tone Rope and Box Chain Link
Located in Miami, FL
Antique 5mm Twisted Two Chain Link 18k Two-Tone Rope and Box Chain 32 Inch. The chain is very unique as it is an antique from the 1950s. The chain features two links twisted together...
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 14K Gold Alternating Reddish Black Stone & Round Link Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14K Rosy Yellow Gold Weight: 37.50 Grams Chain Type: Alternating Reddish Black Stone & 12mm Round Link Length: 17 Inches Clasp: Spring Ring Condition: Antique, Victor...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1841 Nordic Necklace solid 18K Gold /44.5cm/4.5gr
Located in SE
Antique 18K Yellow Gold Swedish necklace with chained links, hallmarked 18K, unknown maker marks, city of Stockholm. Date hallmarks: L4 / made in 1841. Finest Used condition. All pa...
18k Gold
$1,657Sale Price|20% Off
Enamel Monogram Flowers 18k gold OT buckle chain necklace
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Feminine and playful, the Idylle Blossom collection brings life to the Monogram flowers, created in 1896 by Georges-Louis Vuitton. Idylle Blossom creations reveal the free-spirited ...
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Vintage Italian 18k Gold 17" Panther Link Necklace w/ Polished Finish Drops
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 25.40 Grams Chain Type: Panther Link w/ Polished Drops Chain Length: 17 Inches in wearable length Chain Width: 5.8mm (0.22")(at the panther li...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Nicolis Cola 18K Yellow Gold Wide Interlocking Oval Link 23" 171g Necklace
By Nicolis Cola
Located in Montclair, NJ
Enjoy! Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 171.76 Grams Chain Type: Triple Interlocking Open Oval Link Chain Length: 23 Inches (Measured next to a ruler) Chain Width: 15.8mm Cl...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
This rare and beautiful Art Nouveau period chain necklace is 1905 ca Solid 9 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
This rare and beautiful Art Nouveau period chain necklace is 1905 ca Solid 9 KT rose gold weighs 26.3 grams Magnificent example totally hand made by skillful workmanship of the past ...
9k Gold
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold 54.7 Gm Miami Cuban Link Italian Chain Unisex, 24"
Located in New York, NY
For those in search of high-quality, authentic gold jewelry, this Vintage 14 Kt Yellow Gold Miami Cuban link chain is a must-see. Made from solid 14K gold, this chain is both dura...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold 84 Gm Cuban link Chain Unisex, 24 INCH, 11MM WIDE
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold 84 Gm Cuban link Chain Unisex, 24 INCH, 11MM WIDE Unisex 14K Gold Cuban Chain made of authentic solid gold. It is nicely polished and stamped for auth...
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
MMA 14k Yellow Gold 19" Polished Finish Open Maze Geometric Link Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 21.7 Grams Chain Type: Wide Open Polished Finish Maze Links Chain Length: 19 Inches Measured Next To a Ruler Clasp: Box Clasp w/ Safety Latch ...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hoorsenbuhs Grand Link Lariat Diamond 7.27 CT 18K White Gold Necklace 17 in
By Hoorsenbuhs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Hoorsenbuhs diamond grand link lariat necklace in white gold. This necklace is designed with the brand’s signature open-link construction, scaled into a lariat form with a central ci...
Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold 60 Gm Miami Cuban Link Italian Chain Unisex, 22"
Located in New York, NY
For those in search of high-quality, authentic gold jewelry, this Vintage 14 Kt Yellow Gold Miami Cuban link chain is a must-see. Made from solid 14K gold, this chain is both dura...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold 96.7 Gm Miami Cuban Link Italian Chain Unisex, 20"
Located in New York, NY
For those in search of high-quality, authentic gold jewelry, this Vintage 14 Kt Yellow Gold Miami Cuban link chain is a must-see. This is the most popular Miami Cuban link . Made f...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1990's Italian Gold Horse bit and Miami Cuban Link 14k Necklace
Located in Great Neck, NY
This Italian-made solid gold link necklace is a striking example of refined 1990s luxury design, combining bold Miami Cuban links with an elegant equestrian-inspired horse bit and ho...
Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
10k Yellow & White Gold 1.50ctw Illusion Light Champagne Diamond S Link Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Illusion Prong Set - Light Champagne Color - I1-I3 Clarity - 1.50ctw (approx.) Material: 10K Solid Yellow Gol...
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Gold Polished Lacy Filigree Folded Triangular Shape Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Enjoy! Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 38.81 Grams Chain Type: Triangular Filigree Link Chain Length: 20 Inches in wearable length Clasp: Box Clasp w/ Safety Latch & 1.9" S...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Personalize Name 18k Yellow Gold Letters Amethyst Diamonds Chain Hearts Necklace
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Personalize Name 18k Yellow Gold Letters with Amethyst and white Diamonds Chain Hearts Necklace. This is an example of the custom made 18 karats yellow gold necklace we can make on o...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Italian 14k Yellow Gold 17" Graduated Polished Flat Curb Link Choker Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 83.09 Grams Chain Type: Flat Curb Link Chain Length: 18 Inches Chain Width: Graduated From 16.4mm (0.64") (next to clasp), To 23.3mm (0.91") (...
Yellow Gold
Germany 14k Yellow Gold 5.50mm Wide 16" Round Popcorn Tube Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 27.41 Grams Chain Type: Rounded Popcorn Link Chain Length: 16 inches (measured next to ruler) Chain Width: 5.5mm (approx.) Closure: Lobster Cl...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Draperie Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Multi Link Choker Ball Necklace, 7 Layers
Located in New York, NY
Experience the vintage charm of this exquisite 18 Kt Yellow Gold Cartier Look Design Necklace. This stunning piece showcases a distinctive 7-layer design, which not only enhances its...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$7,100Sale Price|22% Off
Rough Aquamarine 22 Karat Gold Chain Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
This chain link necklace is finished with a hand-forged, 22k yellow gold "S" hook closure.
Aquamarine, Beryl, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Heavy Italian 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Station 36" Long Curb Cuban Link Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stones:-- 120 Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Pave Set - Nice Brilliant White Color - 1.20ctw approx. Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold w/ White Gold Sections Weig...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Rosy Yellow Gold Oval Blue Moonstone 15" Dual Curb Link Collar Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (16) Natural Genuine Moonstones - 6 Long Oval Cabochon & 10 Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Clean Blue Color - 15.3x7.5mm (large each) - 11.2x8.7mm (smaller each)(appr...
Moonstone, Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,640Sale Price / item|20% Off
16.16 Carat Mixed Cut Emerald Necklace in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
16.16 Carat Mixed Cut Emerald Necklace in 18K Gold studded with mixed cut emerald. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. Emerald enhances...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold 34" Long Bezel Natural Gemstone Multicolor By the Yard Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
.), 7.6x5.5mm (smallest stone - at the aquamarine - approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 11.34 Grams Chain Type: Multi-color & Shape Natural Gemstone By the Yard w/ ...
Gold
14Kt Solid Pink and White Gold Art Deco Necklace 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
18k Gold 1.85ctw Round Brilliant & Baguette Diamond Omega Collier Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Total Carat Weight: 1.85 (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 43.60 Grams Center Piece Width: 81.8mm (3.2") (east to west) Center Piece Height: 11.3mm (0.44") (north to...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 1960's 14k Gold 18" Beveled Edge Curb Chain Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 10.65 Grams Chain Type: Beveled Edge link Chain Length: 18" measured next to ruler Chain Width: 2.5mm (0.09") (approx.) Chain Thickness: 1.3mm...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold 14.86 Carat Multi-Color Sapphire and Diamond Drop Link Necklace
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
The 9 multi-color sapphires with diamond cluster drop amicably from the solid white gold link chain with the even spacing giving it a designer look.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Denise Roberge 22k Yellow Gold Station & Cable Link 19" Necklace W/ Toggle Clasp
By Denise Roberge
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: 22k Solid Yellow Gold Weight: 67.92 Grams Type: Cable Link w/ Gold Stations Length: 19 Inches Clasp: Dual Toggle Clasp On Both Sides Of Chain Link Width: Approximately 8.8m...
Yellow Gold
14k Yellow Gold 24" Polished Finish Round Circle Layerable Chain Ling Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: 14K Solid Yellow Gold Weight: 14.77 Grams Chain Type: Polished Round Circle Link Chain Length: 24 Inches Clasp: Lobster Claw Width: 5.9mm Thickness: 0.5mm Condition: Shows ...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold 30" Long Box Like Chain Necklace Barrel Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 9.84 Grams Chain Type: Box Like Link Chain Length: 30 Inches Chain Thickness: 1.1mm (approx.) Clasp: Barrel Push Clasp w/ Safety Latch End Loo...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Retro 14K Yellow Gold 15" 7.1mm Pearl & Garnet Halo Link Line Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stones:-- 28 Genuine Half Cultured Saltwater Pearls - Round Shape - Multi Prong Set - White Color w/ Pink & Green Overtone - Great Luster - 7.1mm each approx. 504 Natural Genuine G...
Garnet, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,815Sale Price|27% Off
Antonini 18K TT Gold Round Bezel Citrine Diamond Ruby 16.5" Fancy Link Necklace
By Antonini
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a gorgeous and very well made necklace that is crafted from solid 18k white and yellow gold and designed by Antonini. The necklace features fine citrine stones that are ...
Citrine, Diamond, Ruby, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Men's Fancy 31.50 Carat Diamonds Heavy Cuban Link Gold Chain
Located in Miami, FL
Fancy 31.50 Carat Heavy Cuban Link Diamond Chain Heavy and high quality natural diamonds SI1/SI2 & H/I/J clarity, color chain featuring 31.50 carats approx in total weight round ...
Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold
$1,860Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural Round Brilliant Cut Certified Diamond Chain Necklace in 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Fine Jewelry Natural Round Brilliant Cut Certified Diamond Chain Necklace in 18K White Gold. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy outfit. April ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unisex 14k White Gold 28" Long 3.9mm Moon Cut Ball Bead Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14K White Gold Weight: 34.18 Grams Chain Type: Moon Cut Bead/Ball Link Chain Length: 28 Inches Chain Width/Thickness: 3.9mm Clasp: Lobster Claw End Loop Width: 4.1mm ...
Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Natural 4.06 Carat Octagon Emerald Everyday Chain Necklace in 14k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural 4.06 Carat Octagon Emerald Everyday Chain Necklace in 14K Gold studded with octagon cut emerald. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy out...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Gold 21ctw GIA Burma Ruby & Diamond Figure 8 Link Statement Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a gorgeous and well made statement necklace that was crafted from solid 14k yellow gold. The necklace features 51 natural ruby stones that alternate with figure 8 links ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Fancy Guchi Link-Textured 18K Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
A timeless piece of fine jewelry, this elegant Guchi link chain necklace is crafted in solid 18K yellow gold with a refined textured link design.
Yellow Gold
$3,600 / set
Vintage 10k Gold Chain 18k Coin Pendant Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Materials: 10k Gold, 18k Gold Weight: Chain - 8.4 Grams, Pendant - 14.6 Grams Measurement: Pendant - 1" Chain - 13" Hallmarks: 18K ITEM DETAILS: This vintage necklace features ...
10k Gold, 18k Gold
Drapery 96 Gm 24K Yellow Gold Multi Link Rice Necklace, 10 Layers, 17 Inch Long
Located in New York, NY
The necklace features multiple rice shape 24 karat gold beads, all layers coming from a solid 24 karat gold clasp.
Yellow Gold, 24k Gold
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold 16" 20.9mm Wide Brick Pattern Fringe Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 47.02 Grams Chain Type: Brick Pattern Chain w/ Fringe Dangles Chain Length: 16 Inches Width: 20.9mm (0.82) Chain Thickness: 2.1mm Clasp: Box C...
Yellow Gold
Chunky Chain Choker Necklace 14k Gold Plated Silver
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chunky Chain Choker Necklace 14k Gold Plated Silver French Antique Chain Choker 14k Gold Plated Silver Designer: J Dauphin The French Antique-Inspired Chain is a structural stateme...
14k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
14k Yellow Gold Black Onyx & Peridot 36" By The Yard Station Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (12) Natural Genuine Black Onyx - Round, Rectangular & Heart Cut - Bezel Set - Black Color (12) Natural Genuine Peridot - Oval, Pear & Amethyst Cut - Bezel Set - Lime ...
Onyx, Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Chain Necklace 36” Long
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Crafted in solid 18k gold. The design features alternating elongated and textured links, creating a long link chain necklace.
Yellow Gold
Diamond Cuban Link Collier Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Berlin, BE
Well made Cuban link collier necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, set with approximately 0.65 carats of diamonds. The necklace has a comfortable and natural fit with a solid feel and cl...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
New 14k Yellow Gold 0.64ctw Round Diamond By The Yard 10 Station Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (10) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - F/G Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity Total Carat Weight: 0.64 (Exact) Material: 14k Solid Yellow Gold Weight: ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
New 14k Yellow Gold 0.81ctw Round Diamond 10 Station By The Yard Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (10) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - H/I Color - VS1/VS2 Clarity Total Carat Weight: 0.81 (Exact) Material: 14k Solid Yellow Gold Weight: ...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Gold GIA 2ctw GIA Colored Pink Yellow Diamond Flower Station Necklace Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
A. One (1) transparent pink round brilliant measuring approximately 1.20 - 1.20mm (depth no measurable). B. One (1) transparent yellow round brilliant measuring.. --Conclusion:-- A....
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold
Platinum & Rose Gold GIA 1.1ctw Pink & White Diamond By the Yard Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Total Carat Weight: 1.1 (approx.) Material: Solid .900+ Platinum w/ Rose Gold Bezels Weight: 4.72 Grams Chain Type: 0.8mm Cable Link Chain Length: Adjustable to 17.5 or 18.5 Inches ...
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Rose Gold, Platinum
14k Two Tone 18" Twisted Cable Link Alternated Polished Sections Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow & White Gold Weight: 44.26 Grams Chain Type: Twisted Cable Link Alternated w/ Yellow Gold Polished Sections Chain Length: 18 Inches Chain Width: 9.8mm (0.3...
14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14KT Yellow Gold S-Link Necklace with 1994 $5 Gold Eagle Coin
Located in New York, NY
A bold vintage necklace crafted in solid 14KT yellow gold, designed with substantial S-link chain construction and centered with a genuine 1994 $5 Gold Eagle coin.
14k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Contemporary Geometric Diamond Square Link Necklace in 18K White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This stunning necklace is a masterpiece of modern jewelry design, blending the classic appeal of a tennis style with a sleek, contemporary geometric collar. Crafted in 18KT white gol...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White 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.