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Dramatic Italian Spun Gold Donut Style Bracelet by Milor
Dramatic Italian Spun Gold Donut Style Bracelet by Milor

Dramatic Italian Spun Gold Donut Style Bracelet by Milor

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This is a very large scale 14K yellow gold off round donut bracelet by the Italian goldsmith firm MILOR. The deftly crafted heavy gauge hollow cuff bracelet truly gives the visual im...

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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

PIETRO BALESTRA Women's Bracelet Yellow Gold 18kt Gold Spun Mesh Silk
PIETRO BALESTRA Women's Bracelet Yellow Gold 18kt Gold Spun Mesh Silk

PIETRO BALESTRA Women's Bracelet Yellow Gold 18kt Gold Spun Mesh Silk

Located in New York, NY

This Vintage PIETRO BALESTRA bracelet transports joy, rhythm, creativity and color from Italy to the world of jewelry with uninhibited designs, fun, elegance and fashion. A woven mes...

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1990s Italian Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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14 Karat Yellow Gold Spun Bangle Bracelet
14 Karat Yellow Gold Spun Bangle Bracelet

14 Karat Yellow Gold Spun Bangle Bracelet

Located in Scottsdale, AZ

Material: 14K yellow gold Dimensions: bracelet will fit up to a 7-inch wrist Weight: 29.38 grams

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21st Century and Contemporary Bangles

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Octagons Hand-Spun Gold Oxidized Silver Long Chain Necklace, Dana Kellin
Diamond Octagons Hand-Spun Gold Oxidized Silver Long Chain Necklace, Dana Kellin

Diamond Octagons Hand-Spun Gold Oxidized Silver Long Chain Necklace, Dana Kellin

By Dana Kellin

Located in Dallas, TX

One of a Kind Necklace handmade by award-winning jewelry designer Dana Kellin, featuring two octagonal, double-sided, shimmering pave diamond elements set in oxidized sterling silve...

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2010s American Modern Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal

One of a Kind Labradorite Spectrolite Hand-spun Gold Necklace, Dana Kellin
One of a Kind Labradorite Spectrolite Hand-spun Gold Necklace, Dana Kellin

One of a Kind Labradorite Spectrolite Hand-spun Gold Necklace, Dana Kellin

By Dana Kellin

Located in Dallas, TX

One of a Kind Necklace handmade by acclaimed jewelry designer Dana Kellin featuring five double-sided rose-cut spectrolite (finest labradorite) triangles with spectacular golden flas...

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2010s American Artist Link Necklaces

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Labradorite, Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

12 Strand Braided & Spun Roberto Coin Gold Hoop Earrings with Diamond Strips
12 Strand Braided & Spun Roberto Coin Gold Hoop Earrings with Diamond Strips

12 Strand Braided & Spun Roberto Coin Gold Hoop Earrings with Diamond Strips

Located in Palm Beach, FL

These are Italy's best and finest hand spun gold and diamond hoops. imagined and designed by Roberto Coin and fabricated by Italian master goldsmiths in Vicenza Italy. Each part of t...

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Late 20th Century Italian Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Mallary Marks Spun Sugar Yellow Gold Sapphire Necklace
Mallary Marks Spun Sugar Yellow Gold Sapphire Necklace

Mallary Marks Spun Sugar Yellow Gold Sapphire Necklace

By Mallary Marks

Located in Columbia, MO

This Mallary Marks sapphire necklace features tiny, faceted beads wrapped in gold. This necklace can be paired with everything from basics to more elegant looks! DETAILS: 22K Yellow...

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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Intaglio Ring from Approximately 200 AD, Soft, as Was Spun from Pure Gold
Intaglio Ring from Approximately 200 AD, Soft, as Was Spun from Pure Gold

Intaglio Ring from Approximately 200 AD, Soft, as Was Spun from Pure Gold

Located in Miami Beach, FL

The engraving of gemstones was a major luxury art form in the ancient world, and has been revered throughout history. From as far back as 5000BC right up to the 19th century such obj...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Italian Classical Roman Signet Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 24k Gold

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Elizabeth Locke Channeled Gold Bangle Bracelet
Elizabeth Locke Channeled Gold Bangle Bracelet

Elizabeth Locke Channeled Gold Bangle Bracelet

By Elizabeth Locke

Located in Darnestown, MD

Elizabeth Locke hinged bangle bracelet in her classic hammered gold finish. The bracelet has raised channel ends and middle. The bracelet is 2 1/4 inches in diameter and 5/8 inches i...

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Early 2000s American Contemporary Bangles

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Alex Jona Brushed Yellow Gold Wrapping Cuff Bracelet
Alex Jona Brushed Yellow Gold Wrapping Cuff Bracelet

Alex Jona Brushed Yellow Gold Wrapping Cuff Bracelet

By Alex Jona

Located in Lugano, TI

Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat brushed yellow gold cuff bracelet that wraps around the wrist. Dimensions: Width 15.24 mm, 51.08 mm Diameter. Alex Jona ...

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14 Karat Yellow Gold Textured 7 Row Multi Strand Bracelet 49.8 Grams
14 Karat Yellow Gold Textured 7 Row Multi Strand Bracelet 49.8 Grams

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By Harbor Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

14 karat yellow gold bracelet features 7 multi textured strands weighing 49.8 grams. Each strand is 2.5 mm wide Feels like silk! Available in 18 Karat yellow gold bracelet & matchi...

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1960s French 18 Carat Yellow Gold Flexible Bracelet
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1960s French 18 Carat Yellow Gold Flexible Bracelet

Located in Poitiers, FR

Bracelet in 18 carats yellow gold, rhinoceros head hallmark. This splendid yellow gold bracelet is made of a soft and braided gold mesh like a thick fabric. The clasp is ratchet with...

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Vintage 1960s French Retro Retro Bracelets

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Massive Estate 18K Yellow Gold Rigato Statement Bracelet, 1970's
Massive Estate 18K Yellow Gold Rigato Statement Bracelet, 1970's

Massive Estate 18K Yellow Gold Rigato Statement Bracelet, 1970's

Located in New York, NY

Fabulous, massive 18K yellow gold cuff statement bracelet in the Rigato technique, synonymous with fine Italian craftsmanship 1970's Weight: 93.8 grams Marks: 750, 18K, Italy The Rig...

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20th Century Italian Neoclassical Cuff Bracelets

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14 Karat Yellow Gold Hinged Bangle Rigid Bracelet
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hinged Bangle Rigid Bracelet

14 Karat Yellow Gold Hinged Bangle Rigid Bracelet

Located in Arnhem, NL

A vintage bangle, rigid bracelet made of 14 karat solid yellow gold. The bracelet features a hinge in the middle and a box clasp and safety figure eight lock. The bracelet is in good...

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1960s 14 Karat Yellow Gold Woven Wheat Link with Rope Edge Wide Charm Bracelet
1960s 14 Karat Yellow Gold Woven Wheat Link with Rope Edge Wide Charm Bracelet

1960s 14 Karat Yellow Gold Woven Wheat Link with Rope Edge Wide Charm Bracelet

Located in Boston, MA

Vintage 1960s 14KY Gold Woven Wheat Link with Rope Edge Wide Charm Bracelet - The bracelet measure 7.15 inches long and 1 inch wide and features a hidden clasp with a figure 8 safety...

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Vintage 1960s 14 Karat Yellow Gold Wide Brushed Link and Mesh Belt Bracelet
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Vintage 1960s 14 Karat Yellow Gold Wide Brushed Link and Mesh Belt Bracelet

Located in Boston, MA

Vintage 1960s 14K Yellow Gold Wide Brushed Link and Mesh Belt Bracelet - The bracelet measures 8 inches long open and 1 inch wide. There are 3 lengths that it can be worn - 7, 6.75 a...

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Located in Poitiers, FR

Bracelet in 18 karat yellow gold. Supple, this splendid retro bracelet is adorned with a rectangle mesh embroidered with circles connected by triple rings. The clasp is ratchet clasp...

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Alex Jona Gold-Plate Sterling Silver Woven Chain Bracelet
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By Alex Jona

Located in Lugano, TI

Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, gold-plate sterling silver chain bracelet made of woven small chains. Dimensions : L 7 in x D 0.12 in - L 18 cm x D 3.11 mm Alex ...

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Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Wide Cleopatra Fishscale Bracelet
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Wide Cleopatra Fishscale Bracelet

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Wide Cleopatra Fishscale Bracelet

Located in Boston, MA

Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Wide Cleopatra Fishscale Bracelet This extraordinary vintage bracelet exemplifies the bold, luxurious aesthetic of 1960s fine jewelry with its dramatic scale...

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22 Karat Gold Bangle Bracelet
22 Karat Gold Bangle Bracelet

22 Karat Gold Bangle Bracelet

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22 Karat Gold Bangle Bracelet

By Romae Jewelry

Located in New York, NY

Solid 22K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet by ROMAE Jewelry - Inspired by an Ancient Roman Design. Quintessentially timeless in its design, our "Fortuna" bracelet is notable for its gentl...

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Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Italian Mesh Bracelet, Mid-20th Century

Located in Bradenton, FL

Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Italian Mesh Bracelet. Bracelet is designed with multiple rows of finely woven and polished gold links that create a luxurious, fluid silhouette. The bracelet...

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Big Bold Vintage Hammered Finish Bombe Cuff Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold

Located in Palm Beach, FL

This vintage, hammered finish bombe cuff bracelet is quite large, measuring in excess of one inch in width at the center in front and tapering to just under 1/2 inch at the rear. Whe...

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14K Yellow Gold Mesh Bismark Chain Bracelet 6.30 Inches
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Located in Eagan, MN

This is a beautiful Mesh Bismark Chain bracelet that is made for smaller wrists. It is 6.30 inches long. It is 5.3 mm wide and has a high gloss checkered pattern. It has a push lo...

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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Link Bracelets

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Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Multiple Ring Bangle Bracelet
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By Alex Jona

Located in Lugano, TI

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Located in Bangkok, TH

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Spun Gold Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate piece of spun gold jewelry for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 67 vintage or 47 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect item from our selection of spun gold jewelry may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic choice in our collection of spun gold jewelry over the years, but those made by Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels and Buccellati are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Take a look at an object in our assortment of spun gold jewelry featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes mixed cut and emerald cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking an option in this array of spun gold jewelry, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Spun Gold Jewelry?

On average, a piece of spun gold jewelry at 1stDibs sells for $1,825, while they’re typically $78 on the low end and $89,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.