New 14K Gold .33ct Round Brilliant Diamond Solitaire Pendant w/ Adjustable Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
This new gorgeous classic pendant necklace that is crafted in solid 14k white gold and features a round brilliant cut diamond solitaire neatly prong set at the center of an open bask...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
2.71 Carat Colombian Emerald Three Prong Solitaire Slider Pendant Gold 14K
Located in Jupiter, FL
Featured here is a natural 2.71-carat stunning, Colombian emerald pear slider necklace in solid, fine 14K yellow gold. Displayed in the center is a medium, amazon-rich green rare eme...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
Angara Natural Round 1.25ct Moonstone Solitaire Pendant with Diamond in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Topped with a dazzling diamond accent is the enchanting round moonstone in a classic prong setting. This solitaire pendant with V-bale is crafted in 14K Solid Go...
Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold
Angara Natural GIA Certified 6.85 ct Aquamarine Solitaire Pendant in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: GIA Certified Aquamarine Solitaire Pendant with Trio DiamondsMarch Birthstone Pendant for Women: Aquamarine is the March birthstone and the traditional gemstone ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Angara Natural GIA Certified Solitaire 4.6ct Amethyst Pendant in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: This beautiful solitaire pendant is designed in 14k white gold. It features a GIA-certified clover-shaped amethyst in a prong setting.
Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Angara Natural Pear-Shaped 1.12ct Aquamarine Solitaire Pendant in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: This classic solitaire aquamarine pendant allures with its delightful pastel blue hue.
Aquamarine, Gold, 14k Gold
Angara Natural 1ct Teal Montana Sapphire & Diamond Solitaire Pendant in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Featuring a round Montana sapphire in a prong setting, this solitaire pendant draws the eye. A shimmering diamond sits atop and accentuates its beautiful teal hue.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Angara Natural Bezel-Set Round Tanzanite Solitaire Pendant in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: This classic solitaire tanzanite pendant's beautiful design makes the center stone appear like it's floating on the chain.
Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold
Angara Natural Solitaire Round Sapphire Infinity Twist Pendant in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Elegant in every way, this 14K Solid Gold solitaire pendant is sure to impress. It features a brilliant round blue sapphire, prong set within a graceful infinity...
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Angara Natural Bezel-Set Round Turquoise Solitaire Pendant in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Stylish and minimal, this solitaire pendant enchants with its simple elegance.
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold
Angara Solitaire Japanese Akoya Cultured Pearl Swirl Pendant in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: This swirl pendant crafted in 14K Solid Gold exudes minimalistic charm. The solitaire Akoya cultured pearl linked to the swirl bale draws the eye with its deep a...
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold
Angara Natural Round 1.15ct Opal Solitaire Pendant with Diamond 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Featuring an alluring round opal, this solitaire pendant with V bale evokes sophisticated charm.
Diamond, Opal, Gold
Angara Natural 1.1ct Turquoise Solitaire Infinity Knot Pendant in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: This 14K Solid Gold solitaire pendant is a beautiful representation of everlasting love.
Turquoise, Gold
$480Sale Price / item|20% Off
Dainty Pear-Cut Ruby Solitaire Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold Everyday Fine Jewelry
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This solitaire pendant showcases a 0.7 carat pear-cut ruby, set in 14k yellow gold. The ruby measuring 6.53 x 4.5 mm, beautifully secured in a sleek bezel setting that highlights its...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara Natural Bezel-Set Round Turquoise Solitaire Pendant in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Stylish and minimal, this solitaire pendant enchants with its simple elegance.
Turquoise, Gold
Angara Natural Round 2.35ct London Blue Topaz Solitaire Pendant 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning London blue topaz solitaire pendant is designed to make an elegant statement.
Blue Topaz, Topaz, Gold
Angara Classic South Sea Cultured Pearl Solitaire Pendant in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This timeless and alluring solitaire pendant is crafted in 14K Solid Gold.June Birthstone Pendant for Women: South Sea Cultured Pearl is the June birthstone and the traditional gemst...
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold
Angara Natural Oval Pink Sapphire Solitaire Pendant with Diamond in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This elegant 14K Solid Gold pink sapphire solitaire pendant has intricate detailing on the sides.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Angara Tahitian Cultured Pearl Solitaire Pendant with Diamond in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The uniquely designed bale lends a touch of sophistication to this 14K Solid Gold pearl solitaire pendant.June Birthstone Pendant for Women: Tahitian Cultured Pearl is the June birth...
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Angara Natural Oval Tanzanite Solitaire Pendant with Diamond in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
To add a dash of exquisiteness, this classic solitaire tanzanite pendant in 14K Solid Gold has intricate detailing on the sides.
Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold
Angara Natural Round Emerald Solitaire Pendant with Diamond in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A radiant diamond on top of the lush green gemstone enhances its charm. This classic solitaire emerald pendant with a polished v-bale is artfully designed in 14K Solid Gold.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
Yianni Creations Citrine Fine Silver Black Rhodium Two-Tone Solitaire Pendant
By Yianni Creations
Located in Astoria, NY
Yianni Creations Hephestos Collection 100% Handmade Artisan Pendant from Fine Silver featuring 1.75 Carat Oval Cut Citrine contrasting on Black Oxidized background. The gem gets comp...
Citrine, Palladium, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
$480Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural Zambian Pear-Cut Emerald Bezel Set Solitaire Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pendant showcases a 0.66 carat natural zambian pear-cut emerald, set in 14k yellow gold. The emerald measuring 6.53 × 4.5 mm, securely nestled in a sleek bezel setting t...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$250Sale Price / item|50% Off
1/3 Carat Ct Brilliant Round Solitaire Diamond Pendant in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Classic approx. 1/3 carat solitaire round diamond pendant in 14k yellow gold with necklace chain.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
NEW 14k White Gold .84ctw GIA Round Diamond Solitaire Pendant & Adjustable Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a gorgeous, elegant, brand new, diamond pendant necklace crafted in solid 14k white gold. The necklace features a fine quality, GIA certified, round brilliant cut diamon...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
ANGARA Natural Classic Round Ruby Solitaire Pendant in Solid Gold for Women
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Linked to a lustrous bale is a purplish red ruby solitaire secured in a four prong setting. Crafted in Platinum, the elegant design of this classic ruby pendant draws all attention t...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold
4.40ct 14K Natural Asscher Cut Emerald Solitaire Gold Pendant Medium Dark Green
Located in Jupiter, FL
Embrace the allure of nature's finest with this breathtaking solitaire emerald pendant. A magnificent 4.40-carat Asscher cut emerald, sourced from Zambia, steals the spotlight with i...
Emerald, 14k Gold
Angara Natural Pear-Shaped 1.5ct Amethyst Solitaire Pendant in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 14k solid gold classic solitaire amethyst pendant looks elegant in its minimalistic design. Linked to a shiny v-bale, the magnificent pear-shaped amethyst captivates with its ro...
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Gold
GIA-Certified 1.00ct Round-Cut Flawless Diamond Solitaire Pendant in 18K Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Ethereal. Iconic. Uncompromising. This GIA-certified 1.00ct round-cut diamond solitaire pendant is the ultimate expression of minimalist luxury—crafted for those who demand perfectio...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
TJD 0.33 Carat Round Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Solitaire Pendant with Diamond
By TJD
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite 14K yellow gold solitaire pendant featuring 0.23 ct of center stone and 0.10 ct of lined diamonds jeweled with 6 round white diamonds. This pendant is superbly detailed to ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,224Sale Price / item|20% Off
Minimalist 3.81 Ct Oval Natural Emerald Solitaire Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pendant showcases a 3.81 carat natural oval-cut emerald measuring approximately 8x12.5 mm. The pendant measures 18.5 mm in length and 9 mm in width. The emerald is secur...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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
New Platinum 1.38ctw GIA Pear Rose Cut Diamond Solitaire Collet Pendant & Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a gorgeous, brand new, diamond pendant necklace crafted in solid platinum. This collet style sliding pendant features a very fine quality, GIA certified, pear rose cut d...
Diamond, Platinum
Fine 0.27ct Natural White Diamond Round Cut 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Pendant
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Natural White Diamond Round Cut 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Pendant Necklace. 0.27 Carat diamond with excellent colour and clarity.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$159Sale Price / item|20% Off
1/4 Carat Ct Brilliant Round Solitaire Diamond Pendant in 14k Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Classic approx. 1/4 carat solitaire round diamond pendant in 14k yellow gold with necklace chain.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Angara Natural Prong-Set 1 ct Pink Sapphire Solitaire Pendant in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Product Description: Linked to a single bale is a sparkling pink sapphire secured in a four prong setting. This solitaire sapphire pendant has a simple design and draws all the atten...
Pink Sapphire, Gold
GIA Certified 1.5ct Natural Oval-Cut Diamond Solitaire Pendant in 18K YellowGold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Elevate your elegance with this captivating 1.5ct natural oval-cut diamond solitaire pendant, a refined expression of glamour and timeless sophistication. Handcrafted in rich 18K yel...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA-Certified 2.00ct Flawless D Color Diamond Solitaire Pendant in 18K Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Purity. Power. Perfection. This exceptional GIA-certified 2.00ct round-cut diamond pendant is the pinnacle of timeless luxury—a design that speaks in the rarest language: flawless si...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara Natural Bezel-Set Round Emerald Solitaire Pendant in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This classic solitaire emerald pendant's beautiful design makes the center stone appear like it's floating on the chain. The lush green emerald is secured in a bezel setting. Crafted...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
14k Diamond Solitaire Halo Pendant. 14k White gold and 24K Yellow Gold Inlay
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Vintage Materials: Stone Gemstone: Diamond Style: Minimalist Diamond Halo solitaire pendant. 14k White Gold with 24k Yellow Gold Hearts in the canister.
White Gold, Yellow Gold
Round Brilliant Cut 0.53 Carat Diamond Solitaire Pendant in 14K White Gold
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A truly timeless and classic diamond solitaire pendant. Crafted in 14 karat white gold, this pendant features a 0.53 carat round brilliant cut diamond...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
GIA Certified 3.5ct Emerald-Cut Diamond Solitaire Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold
By VimleshBadaya
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Unapologetically bold. Endlessly elegant. A timeless treasure defined by clarity, craftsmanship, and captivating geometry. Command attention with this extraordinary solitaire pendan...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara Natural Solitaire Round Sapphire Open Heart Pendant in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This resplendent 14k solid gold prong set sapphire open heart pendant is simple yet beautiful. The pleasing blue gem looks mesmerizing in combination with the lustrous open heart fra...
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold
Angara Natural Solitaire Round Emerald Open Heart Pendant in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This resplendent 14k solid gold prong set emerald open heart pendant is simple yet beautiful. The round lush green gem looks mesmerizing in combination with the lustrous open heart f...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold
Angara Natural GIA Certified Solitaire 13.9ct London Blue Topaz Pendant 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
About Angara:
At Angara, every piece of jewellery is a handcrafted expression of love and individuality. We design with intention—using vivid coloured gemstones and ethically...
Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold
$2,820Sale Price / item|20% Off
2.27 Ct Blue Sapphire Solitaire Pendant with Diamonds in 18K White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Blue Sapphire Solitaire pendant in 18K Gold. It has octagon cut sapphires that completes your look with a decent touch. Pendants are used to wear or gifted to represent love ...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
4.55cts 14k Colombian Pear Cut Emerald Bezel Set Solitaire with Paperclip Chain
Located in Jupiter, FL
Displayed is a stunning, high-quality tear-drop-shaped Colombian emerald golden necklace. This precious, rare gemstone carries a full skillfully faceted, pure Colombian emerald beauty.
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1.15 Carat Natural Solitaire Asscher Cut Emerald Bezel Set Round Pendant 14K
Located in Jupiter, FL
A stunning solitaire emerald pendant. This lovely piece showcases a remarkable natural asscher-cut emerald of the origin of Colombia. The gemstone displays a remarkably vivid medium ...
Emerald, 14k Gold
Angara Natural Round Peridot Solitaire Infinity Knot Pendant in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
About Angara:
At Angara, every piece of jewellery is a handcrafted expression of love and individuality. We design with intention—using vivid coloured gemstones and ethically...
Peridot, Gold
2.82cts 14K Colombian Emerald-Pear Cut Solitaire Gold Four Prong Gold Pendant
Located in Jupiter, FL
A stunning, solitaire Colombian emerald pendant. A lovely, 2.82-carat pear cut Colombian emerald that showcases excellent shine, medium spring green color, good clarity, and more oth...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angara Natural Pear-Shaped 1.5ct Amethyst Solitaire Pendant in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This 14k solid gold classic solitaire amethyst pendant looks elegant in its minimalistic design. Linked to a shiny v-bale, the magnificent pear-shaped amethyst captivates with its ro...
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold
Angara Natural Solitaire Pear-Shaped Emerald Flame Pendant in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
About Angara:
At Angara, every piece of jewellery is a handcrafted expression of love and individuality. We design with intention—using vivid coloured gemstones and ethically...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
1.62cts 14K Colombian Emerald-Pear Cut Solitaire Gold Split Bale 4Prong Pendant
Located in Jupiter, FL
A stunning, solitaire Colombian emerald pendant. A lovely, 1.62-carat pear cut Colombian emerald that showcases excellent shine, medium-light spring green color, good clarity, and ot...
Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Angara Natural Solitaire Pear-Shaped Ruby Flame Pendant in 14K Solid Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
About Angara:
At Angara, every piece of jewellery is a handcrafted expression of love and individuality. We design with intention—using vivid coloured gemstones and ethically...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold
1.73Ct Purplish Pink Sapphire Radiant Delicate Handmade Solitaire Nec. In 14K WG
Located in Chicago, IL
This piece comes directly from the vault of Atlantic Diamond Company—a family-run fine jewelry house with nearly 50 years of history serving elite collectors, retailers, and dealers ...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
3.0 Carat Colombian Emerald Solitaire Oval Six Claw Prong Modern Pendant 14K
Located in Jupiter, FL
Featured is a stunning, Colombian emerald, oval cut pendant. The gemstone carries 3.0 carats of natural, spring-green emerald. The stone also displays very good luster, with gorgeous...
Emerald, 14k Gold
New 14K Gold .42ct Round Brilliant Diamond Solitaire Pendant w/ Adjustable Chain
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Diamond - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - VS2 Clarity - I Color Total Carat Weight: 0.42 (exact) Material: Solid 14K White Gold Weight: 2.32 Gra...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
White Gold Diamond Baseball Solitaire Pendant 14k Round .54ct Sports Bats & Ball
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .54ct Cut: Round Brilliant Color: H Clarity: I1 Total Carats: .54ct Style: Solitaire Theme: Baseball, Spo...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$175Sale Price / item|50% Off
Dainty Green Emerald Gemstone Solitaire Unisex Pendant in 925 Silver for Him
Located in New York, NY
This Dainty Green Emerald Gemstone Solitaire Pendant is meticulously crafted from the finest materials and adorned with stunning emerald which enhances communication skills and boost...
Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
2.40ct 14K Natural Emerald Cut Emerald Solitaire Four Prong Vertical Pendant
Located in Jupiter, FL
Featured here is a stunning emerald cut Zambian emerald pendant in fine 14K yellow gold. Displayed in the center is a lush bluish-green emerald with very good clarity, accented by a ...
Emerald, Gold, 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.
Whether you’re layering multiple jewelry pieces or opting for a single strand, vintage pendant necklaces are versatile accessories that can elevate your casual wear as easily as they can add a creative flourish to your formal attire.
The earliest jewelry was less about accessorizing than it was about wearers arming themselves with amulets. In Ancient Egypt, some amulets featured a loop so that they could be strung around one’s neck. While rubies have long been one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money, members of some ancient civilizations valued the stones from the get-go, donning ruby pendants as well as other stones with the belief that these adornments would bring protection, healing powers or strength. Today, we still wear our charm bracelets and charm pendants around our necks for good luck.
Later, pendant necklaces, like most fine jewelry, were worn strictly by royalty or the upper class and conferred wealth and prestige. This changed over time, thankfully, as wearing jewelry became more widespread, a democratized means of personal expression.
During the 18th and 19th centuries, pendant necklaces evolved from their status as spiritual amulets, but the jewels still carried deep personal significance. Victorian pendants, in particular, were part of the “mourning jewelry” tradition. Wearers would embed their pendants with locks of hair from a deceased loved one as a way of grieving in the wake of a loss. In the case of cameo jewelry, some pendants were even decorated with miniature hand-carved portraits in a detailed raised relief. Today, portraiture is still a characteristic of many of the hand-carved pendant necklaces offered by Italian jewelry house Scala Gioielli.
Luxury fine jewelry brands such as Cartier, BVLGARI and David Yurman offer their own unique interpretations of the cherished accessory, embellishing platinum or gold pendant necklaces with diamonds, sapphires and other stones.
On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage pendant necklaces and other necklaces today.
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.
Givers of fine gems enjoy surprise more than receivers, and women more than men. Find out what else our survey of 3,000 Americans revealed.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
Learn more about the stylish links that have passed the test of time.
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.