Skip to main content

Spider Charm

Vintage 18K Gold Flower and Insect / Spider Charm for a Bracelet
Vintage 18K Gold Flower and Insect / Spider Charm for a Bracelet

Vintage 18K Gold Flower and Insect / Spider Charm for a Bracelet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine vintage figural gold charm for a bracelet. In 18 karat gold. Comprising a fantasy 6-legged spider (or insect) standing on the outline of a 6-petaled flower.

Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Charm Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage 14K Gold Spider Web Charm Pendant
Vintage 14K Gold Spider Web Charm Pendant

Vintage 14K Gold Spider Web Charm Pendant

Located in Rotterdam, NL

This is a 14 karat gold vintage spider web charm. This adorable spider web charm is beautifully made with a rose gold spider in the center spinning its web to catch delicious insect ...

Category

Late 20th Century European Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold

Blue Sapphire Spider 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Blue Sapphire Spider 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant

Blue Sapphire Spider 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant

Located in London, GB

An 18K (18 karat) yellow gold charm pendant designed as an scalloped circle containing a gold spider with a cabochon blue sapphire body measuring 3.5 x 3.5 x. 2.9mm and weighing appr...

Category

Vintage 1920s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

PATCH NYC gunmetal spider bell anchor coin chain charm necklace bracelet
PATCH NYC gunmetal spider bell anchor coin chain charm necklace bracelet

PATCH NYC gunmetal spider bell anchor coin chain charm necklace bracelet

Located in Hong Kong, NT

PATCH NYC gunmetal spider bell anchor coin chain charm necklace bracelet Reference: ANWU/A00301 Brand: Patch NYC Material: Metal Color: Black Pattern: Animal Print Closure: Loop Thro...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Bracelets

Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian Aquamarine Spider Pendant Necklace
Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian Aquamarine Spider Pendant Necklace

Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian Aquamarine Spider Pendant Necklace

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Spider Necklace 9ct Gold Circa 1910 Step back in time with this exquisite 9ct rose gold Edwardian spider pendant that captures the charm of a bygone era.

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, 9k Gold

Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian Sapphire & Pearl Spider Pendant Necklace
Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian Sapphire & Pearl Spider Pendant Necklace

Antique 9ct Rose Gold, Edwardian Sapphire & Pearl Spider Pendant Necklace

Located in Brighton, GB

Antique Spider Necklace 9ct Rose Gold Stamped Circa 1910 Step back in time with this exquisite 9ct rose gold Edwardian spider pendant that captures the charm of a bygone era.

Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian Style Spider Sapphires Bead Handcrafted 18K Gold Blue Enamel Earrings
Victorian Style Spider Sapphires Bead Handcrafted 18K Gold Blue Enamel Earrings

Victorian Style Spider Sapphires Bead Handcrafted 18K Gold Blue Enamel Earrings

By Rossella Ugolini

Located in Rome, IT

Embrace the mystique and charm of the spider with these exquisite earrings from Rossella Ugolini, where craftsmanship meets symbolism for a truly enchanting accessory.

Category

2010s Italian Victorian Drop Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium, Enamel

Recent Sales

AnaKatarina Yellow Gold and Diamond 'Creativity' Spider Charm Necklace
AnaKatarina Yellow Gold and Diamond 'Creativity' Spider Charm Necklace

AnaKatarina Yellow Gold and Diamond 'Creativity' Spider Charm Necklace

By AnaKatarina

Located in Dedham, MA

AnaKatarina created talismans that connect us to the energy and power of the word. The Creativity Charm spider brings the vibe of creativity into a cure layering piece.

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Spider Charm
18 Karat Yellow Gold Spider Charm

18 Karat Yellow Gold Spider Charm

Sold

W 0.67 in L 0.79 in

18 Karat Yellow Gold Spider Charm

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Spider Charm The spider represents mystery, growth and power.

Category

20th Century Charm Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Spider Charm/Pendant
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Spider Charm/Pendant

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Spider Charm/Pendant

By Non Branded

Located in Lexington, KY

This beautiful charm/pendant is made in 18k yellow gold and features a gold spider in the center of the charm.

Category

Vintage 1980s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Spider On Web Pendant #24242
18 Karat Yellow Gold Spider On Web Pendant #24242

18 Karat Yellow Gold Spider On Web Pendant #24242

Sold

H 0.14 in W 0.78 in L 0.86 in

18 Karat Yellow Gold Spider On Web Pendant #24242

Located in Washington Depot, CT

18 Karat Yellow Gold Spider On Web Pendant- This 18K yellow gold spider on web pendant showcases fine craftsmanship with a hint of clever character, offering a distinctive statement...

Category

20th Century Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

PATCH NYC gunmetal spider bell anchor coin chain charm necklace bracelet
PATCH NYC gunmetal spider bell anchor coin chain charm necklace bracelet

PATCH NYC gunmetal spider bell anchor coin chain charm necklace bracelet

Located in Hong Kong, NT

PATCH NYC gunmetal spider bell anchor coin chain charm necklace bracelet Reference: ANWU/A00301 Brand: Patch NYC Material: Metal Color: Black Pattern: Animal Print Closure: Loop Thro...

Category

2010s Chain Necklaces

PATCH NYC gunmetal spider bell anchor coin chain charm necklace bracelet
PATCH NYC gunmetal spider bell anchor coin chain charm necklace bracelet

PATCH NYC gunmetal spider bell anchor coin chain charm necklace bracelet

Located in Hong Kong, NT

PATCH NYC gunmetal spider bell anchor coin chain charm necklace bracelet Reference: ANWU/A00301 Brand: Patch NYC Material: Metal Color: Black Pattern: Animal Print Closure: Loop Thro...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Vintage Spider Pendant Charm Ethiopian Fire Opal 10 Karat Gold Estate Jewelry
Vintage Spider Pendant Charm Ethiopian Fire Opal 10 Karat Gold Estate Jewelry

Vintage Spider Pendant Charm Ethiopian Fire Opal 10 Karat Gold Estate Jewelry

Located in Torrance, CA

Finely detailed vintage spider pendant or charm set with an Ethiopian opal in 10 karat yellow gold (circa 1960s to 1970s).

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Rose Cut Garnet Detailed Spider Twisted Wire Frame Charm
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Rose Cut Garnet Detailed Spider Twisted Wire Frame Charm

Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Rose Cut Garnet Detailed Spider Twisted Wire Frame Charm

Located in Montclair, NJ

–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Garnet - Rose Cut - Prong Set - Red Color - 4.7mm (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold - Stamped 14k Weight: 3.92 Grams Overall Height: 26.8mm (...

Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mercedes Robirosa Haunted Castle Pin Brooch
Mercedes Robirosa Haunted Castle Pin Brooch

Mercedes Robirosa Haunted Castle Pin Brooch

By Mercedes Robirosa

Located in Atlanta, GA

Fabulous fantasy style with gilt metal all textured and pierced, figuring an haunted castle with spider web and dangling charm set of keys, ornate with large square shaped clear rhin...

Category

Vintage 1980s French Brooches

Materials

Gilt Metal

Vintage 10 Charm Bracelet 14k 10k Gold Spider Heart Elephant Estate Jewelry
Vintage 10 Charm Bracelet 14k 10k Gold Spider Heart Elephant Estate Jewelry

Vintage 10 Charm Bracelet 14k 10k Gold Spider Heart Elephant Estate Jewelry

Located in Torrance, CA

The bracelet features 10 charms: heart/key, spider, locket, bell, envelope, shipswheel, heart/anchor/cross, elephant, wishbone and gold pan.

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14 Carat Spiders Web Charm Pendant
Vintage 14 Carat Spiders Web Charm Pendant

Vintage 14 Carat Spiders Web Charm Pendant

Located in Chipping Campden, GB

This is the sweetest little charm! It is a glossy gold spider and web. The charm is modelled in 14ct gold.

Category

Vintage 1950s British Modern More Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold 0.08 Carat Diamond Spider Web Lucky Charm Pendant
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold 0.08 Carat Diamond Spider Web Lucky Charm Pendant

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold 0.08 Carat Diamond Spider Web Lucky Charm Pendant

Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.

It is a lovely vintage spider web lucky charm pendant crafted in 14K yellow gold.

Category

Late 20th Century Belgian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Etruscan Revival Multi Stone 14K Gold Charm Pendant
Etruscan Revival Multi Stone 14K Gold Charm Pendant

Etruscan Revival Multi Stone 14K Gold Charm Pendant

Located in Rotterdam, NL

Motifs included tendrils, scrolls, coils, beehives and spider-like rosette ornaments. The charm pendant is in very good condition and of high quality.

Category

Mid-20th Century European Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Carnelian, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Gold

14K Gold Double Chain Link Bracelet with Giant Two Sided Spider and Fly Charm
14K Gold Double Chain Link Bracelet with Giant Two Sided Spider and Fly Charm

14K Gold Double Chain Link Bracelet with Giant Two Sided Spider and Fly Charm

Located in Chicago, IL

It has a giant, two-sided charm with a three-dimensional spider on one side and a fly on the other (or perhaps a bee).

Category

Vintage 1950s Post-War Charm Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold

Gold Spider I'm In Your Web Charm
Gold Spider I'm In Your Web Charm

Gold Spider I'm In Your Web Charm

Located in New York, NY

Great charm: a round disc, with an applied three-dimensional figural "spider."

Category

Vintage 1950s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Star Sapphire, 14k Gold

Bug Multi Gem Gold Vintage Charm Necklace
Bug Multi Gem Gold Vintage Charm Necklace

Bug Multi Gem Gold Vintage Charm Necklace

By Original Deco / Mindi Mond Redesign

Located in New York, NY

The fly and spider vintage charms are encrusted with pearl, turquoise & sapphires.

Category

2010s North American Drop Necklaces

Materials

Oriental Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Gold Spider Bug Pendant Charm - Rose Cut Diamonds & Enamel
Antique Gold Spider Bug Pendant Charm - Rose Cut Diamonds & Enamel

Antique Gold Spider Bug Pendant Charm - Rose Cut Diamonds & Enamel

Located in Danvers, MA

Completely one of a kind, this charming pendant combines an antique enameled gold frame with a swinging and swaying antique gem set gold spider-like bug. Crafted of 12K to 15K rosy ...

Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Enamel

You May Also Like

Antique 10 Carat Amethyst Diamond Spider Insect Pendant Necklace Vintage Gold
Antique 10 Carat Amethyst Diamond Spider Insect Pendant Necklace Vintage Gold

Antique 10 Carat Amethyst Diamond Spider Insect Pendant Necklace Vintage Gold

Located in New York, NY

This is a wonderful Amethyst Diamond Spider Pendant! The vintage modernist spider is set with a 10 Carat oval cabochon Amethyst of great beauty. The Amethyst is a stunning purple g...

Category

20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 10k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Blue Sapphire and Diamonds Pendant
14K Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Blue Sapphire and Diamonds Pendant

14K Yellow Gold Art Deco Style Blue Sapphire and Diamonds Pendant

By VR Jewels

Located in New York, NY

Natural Blue Sapphire Art Deco Style pendant in 14K Gold. It has oval and square cut sapphires with studded diamond that completes your look with a decent touch. Pendants are used to...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Designer Blue Sapphire and Diamond Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold
Designer Blue Sapphire and Diamond Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold

Designer Blue Sapphire and Diamond Pendant in 18K Yellow Gold

By VR Jewels

Located in New York, NY

Natural Blue Sapphire pendant in 18K Gold. It has oval cut sapphire studded with diamonds that completes your look with a decent touch. Pendants are used to wear or gifted to represe...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Anglo-Indian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Blue Sapphire and Diamond Minimalist Floral Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold
Blue Sapphire and Diamond Minimalist Floral Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold

Blue Sapphire and Diamond Minimalist Floral Pendant in 14K Yellow Gold

By VR Jewels

Located in New York, NY

Natural Blue Sapphire pendant in 14K Gold. It has oval cut sapphires studded with diamond that completes your look with a decent touch. Pendants are used to wear or gifted to represe...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18k Gold Diamond Flower Pendant Necklace
Tiffany & Co. 18k Gold Diamond Flower Pendant Necklace

Tiffany & Co. 18k Gold Diamond Flower Pendant Necklace

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This Tiffany & Co. diamond flower pendant necklace is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a refined floral motif suspended along a delicate cable chain. The pendant is design...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. 18ct Yellow Gold Daisy Bugs Charm Bracelet 18cm 3.35g
Tiffany & Co. 18ct Yellow Gold Daisy Bugs Charm Bracelet 18cm 3.35g

Tiffany & Co. 18ct Yellow Gold Daisy Bugs Charm Bracelet 18cm 3.35g

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in SYDNEY, NSW

An authentic Tiffany & Co. 18ct yellow gold Daisy Bugs charm bracelet, crafted in rich yellow gold with a delicate chain and playful daisy‑and‑bug motif. This rare piece showcase...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chaumet “Attrape Moi” Catch Me Spider Web Diamond Necklace
Chaumet “Attrape Moi” Catch Me Spider Web Diamond Necklace

Chaumet “Attrape Moi” Catch Me Spider Web Diamond Necklace

By Chaumet

Located in Bethesda, MD

A white gold spider web captures diamonds in Chaumet's Catch Me If You Love Me necklace. With over 1.50 carats of diamonds this necklace is bound to capture your attention. Necklace...

Category

2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Vintage Oxidized Silver Tone Necklace
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Vintage Oxidized Silver Tone Necklace

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER Vintage Oxidized Silver Tone Necklace

By Jean Paul Gaultier

Located in Nice, FR

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER vintage oxidized silver tone necklace Adjustable spring clasp closure. Marked GAULTIER. Material : Oxidized metal hardware / Glass beads / Glass drop. NOTES - ...

Category

20th Century French Multi-Strand Necklaces

Boho Vintage look oxidized sterling silver Link 20" inches long chain necklace
Boho Vintage look oxidized sterling silver Link 20" inches long chain necklace

Boho Vintage look oxidized sterling silver Link 20" inches long chain necklace

Located in Delhi, DL

Details are here below: Metal- Silver Metal purity- sterling silver or 925 Color- Oxidized silver look Length- 20"inches Weight- 20.600gms Presented in Our Signature Jewellery Box ...

Category

2010s Indian Gothic Revival Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sterling Silver

14kt gold Scarabs chain necklace
14kt gold Scarabs chain necklace

14kt gold Scarabs chain necklace

Located in Roma, RM

Important choker in solid 14 kt yellow gold. Necklace created entirely by hand by Italian artisans. The technique is that of lost-wax microsculpture. Tiny gold scarabs follow each ot...

Category

2010s European Artist Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Chanel Métier d’Arts Paris-Byzance Metal Strass Black Gray Crystal Long Necklace
Chanel Métier d’Arts Paris-Byzance Metal Strass Black Gray Crystal Long Necklace

Chanel Métier d’Arts Paris-Byzance Metal Strass Black Gray Crystal Long Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Montclair, NJ

This stunning, 100% authentic Chanel necklace, is in pristine condition. The three strands necklace is made of beautiful various sized gray crystals, black onyx and pearl beads. An e...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Copper

14K Yellow Gold Cabochon Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace
14K Yellow Gold Cabochon Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace

14K Yellow Gold Cabochon Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace

Located in Hallandale Beach, FL

14K Yellow Gold Cabochon Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace. This elegant pendant features a natural 8mm x 6mm oval cabochon sapphire surrounded by 21 brilliant round diamonds totalin...

Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage D'Orlan gold plated flower bracelet
Vintage D'Orlan gold plated flower bracelet

Vintage D'Orlan gold plated flower bracelet

Located in NEWARK, GB

D’ORLAN VINTAGE GOLD PLATED FLOWER BRACELET C.1980s A beautiful vintage D’Orlan bracelet dating to around the 1980s, featuring a delicate repeating flower design with a faux pearl c...

Category

Late 20th Century British Retro Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold Plate

Chanel Statement Pendant Multi-Chain Necklace
Chanel Statement Pendant Multi-Chain Necklace

Chanel Statement Pendant Multi-Chain Necklace

By Chanel

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

This Chanel will make you feel feminine and fabulous in all of the best ways. Do not overlook all of the small details as this necklace is filled with varying designs of gold pendant...

Category

2010s French Beaded Necklaces

Antique Victorian Silver Multi-Row Chain Collar Necklace & Extender
Antique Victorian Silver Multi-Row Chain Collar Necklace & Extender

Antique Victorian Silver Multi-Row Chain Collar Necklace & Extender

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine, antique Victorian necklace. In solid silver. With a wide, beaded, multi-row belcher link design and a matching extender or drop suspended from the clasp. Secured with a s...

Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Silver

A Bronze "Widow's Mite" Coin Pendant w 18K
A Bronze "Widow's Mite" Coin Pendant w 18K

A Bronze "Widow's Mite" Coin Pendant w 18K

$1,950

H 0.8 in W 0.63 in D 0.13 in

A Bronze "Widow's Mite" Coin Pendant w 18K

Located in Atlanta, GA

A Bronze "Widow's Mite" Coin Pendant trimmed with 18 karat gold. This biblical coin is from the ancient land of Judea, circa 103-76 B.C. From Mark 12:41-44, “And Jesus sat over again...

Category

Antique 15th Century and Earlier Israeli Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Bronze

People Also Browsed

Vintage 14K Gold Movable Cottage Cabin Charm Pendant
Vintage 14K Gold Movable Cottage Cabin Charm Pendant

Vintage 14K Gold Movable Cottage Cabin Charm Pendant

Located in Rotterdam, NL

A lovely vintage 14 karat gold cottage cabin charm pendant. The roof of this cabin can be opened, and then a beautiful scene appears of a couple lying in bed nice and warm under a wh...

Category

Mid-20th Century European Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Spider Charm", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Spider Charm For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate spider charm for your needs in our varied inventory. Frequently made of gold, yellow gold and 14k gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 2 vintage or 10 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for a spider charm from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A spider charm from AnaKatarina — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A spider charm can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 3, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a brilliant cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut alternatives. Most of our spider charm for sale are for women, but there are 2 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Spider Charm?

The price for a spider charm starts at $160 and tops out at $4,504 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $1,632.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.