Multigem Circle Hoop Earrings
Located in Darnestown, MD
These multi-stone round earrings are reminiscent of the "Sputnik" jewelry of the mid 20th century
1990s Unknown Modern Hoop Earrings
Amethyst, Citrine, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Multigem Circle Hoop Earrings
Located in Darnestown, MD
These multi-stone round earrings are reminiscent of the "Sputnik" jewelry of the mid 20th century
Amethyst, Citrine, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
$1,295
Boucher Sputnik Clip
By Marcel Boucher
Located in New York, NY
sputnik with a pave domed center. Double prong fur clip fitting. Gilded sterling 1940s USA.
Sterling Silver, Gold Plate
$1,800 / set
Sputnik Multigem Brooch/ Pendant
Located in Darnestown, MD
Sputnik was the name given to the design of gold domed half circles encrusted with gemstones. The
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold
Weiss Jet Sputnik Brooch
By Weiss
Located in New York, NY
Weiss Jet Sputnik Brooch with fancy cut faceted stones. Blackened metal setting makes the design
Gilt Metal
Sputnik Diamond Ruby Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Sputnik diamond ruby yellow gold brooch This brooch's design was inspired by Sputnik, the very
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Multigem Domed Gold Sputnik Ring
Located in Darnestown, MD
This domed "Sputnik" ring is an emblematic design of the 1950's. It is 18 karat gold with a variety
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Vintage Sputnik Ring of 14k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This vintage ring features a bold Sputnik motif, set with an array of colorful gemstones in radiant
14k Gold
18k Gold Multi Gemstones Sputnik Set
Located in Aventura, FL
Sputnik set of Clip-on Earrings and Ring crafted in 18k yellow Gold, in style of H Stern. Featuring
Citrine, Garnet, Topaz, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$431Sale Price|25% Off
Vintage Sterling Silver Sputnik Brutalist Ring
Located in North Miami, FL
This vintage sterling silver sculptural brutalist hand wrought sputnik ring is very dynamic. It
Sterling Silver
Vintage Hollywood Sputnik Pendant Necklace 1960s
By sphinx
Located in Wilmslow, GB
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Vintage Christian DIOR Amethyst & Ruby Crystal Sputnik Style Brooch 1963
By Christian Dior
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Introducing a breathtaking vintage Dior amethyst Sputnik brooch from 1963 - an extraordinary piece
Bomb Sputnik vintage pendant necklace yellow gold
Located in London, GB
Embrace timeless elegance with this yellow gold pendant, featuring a central round cabochon-cut emerald. The vivid green emerald, sapphire, ruby, lapis gemstone exudes sophistication...
Yellow Gold
14ct Yellow gold Sputnik multi gemstone ball pendant.
Located in London, GB
14ct Yellow gold Sputnik multi gemstone ball pendant. Gemstones total Weight 7.4g Total carat
Multi-gemstone, Yellow Gold
Vintage 9 Carat Gold Bamboo Bangle With Sputnik Charm
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This bamboo bangle is modelled in 9carat gold. There is also a paste set sputnik charm on the
Gold
Sterling and Faux Pearl Sputnik Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful "sputnik" shaped earrings in rose gold over sterling with faux pearls, pastes with a faux
Sterling Silver
Vintage Deco Sputnik Locket 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A vintage Art Deco 18K (18 karat) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a sputnik locket, the
Gold, Yellow Gold
Venetian Revival 18K Gold and Coral Sputnik Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
ball or also called sputnik. This Italian charm is set with six precious cabochon cut coral stones
Coral, 18k Gold
Modernist 18 Karat Gold Dangle Drop Earrings Sputnik Retro
Located in New York, NY
Retro Sputnik motif is done with wires and spheres in 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold. The long portion
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Scandinavian Modernist Mid-Century Necklace & Bracelet Space Age Sputnik Modern
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning Mid-Century Modernist Necklace and Bracelet with a space age sputnik rings of
Vintage Hermes Gold Washed Silver Sputnik Style Coat Clip or Brooch
By Hermès
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A rare coat clip from Hermes. Having a dome shaped body with spikes extending from the entire surface. In gold-plated metal (with some rubbing to the gold). Marked to the folding ...
Gold Plate
Yellow Gold Sputnik Pin Brooch Clip with Diamond Sapphire Ruby, French, 1950s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Inspired by the first sputnik launched in 1957, this colorful clip was created in France in the
White Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 3.20 Carat Emerald Bombe Dome Sputnik 18K Gold Statement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Style: Vintage Sputnik Bombe Period: 1990 Emerald Details: Gemstone: Natural Emerald Total Carat: 3.20
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bronze Studio Sputnik Starburst Sculptural Ring Attributed to Pal Kepenes
Located in North Miami, FL
This bronze sculptural Sputnik ring has a studio feel to it. It is unsigned and has been attributed
Bronze
YellowGold Blue Topaz Amethyst Peridot Sputnik Cluster Cocktail Ring 14k 2.21ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Size: 5 3/4 Sizing Fee: Up 2 sizes for $50 or Down 1 size for $40 Design: Sputnik Metal Content
Amethyst, Peridot, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Pink Sapphire and Diamond Sputnik Style Brooch in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing a stunning vintage Sputnik-style brooch, exuding timeless elegance in 14k yellow gold
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Solid Gold .90ctw Round Diamond Cluster Spray Sputnik Domed Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (10) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Nice Brilliant White Diamonds - 0.90ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold w/ White Gold Baske...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Solid 18k Yellow Gold Round Bezel Garnet Sputnik Domed Cocktail Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (19) Natural Genuine Garnets - Round Brilliant Cut - Bezel Set - Red Color - 2.8mm to 3.4mm (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 3.80 Grams Ring Size: 4.0...
Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Retro Solid Yellow Gold Large 2.40ctw Round Ruby Sputnik Domed Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (21) Natural Genuine Rubies - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - Natural Variation in color - Red Color - 2.40ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 11....
Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Lackritz Yellow Gold Diamond & Ruby Domed Cuff Sputnik Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s) -- (8) Natural Genuine Ruby - Round Cabochon - Prong Set - Vivid Red Color - 2.9-3.9mm (approx.) (18) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant / Old European Cut - Nice...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Sputnik Charm Pendant in 18 Karat Gold with Stones, circa 1960s–1970s
Located in Rotterdam, NL
captures the fascination with modernism and the space age. The “Sputnik” style of jewelry became popular
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Aletto Brothers Coral Earrings 18k Gold Diamond Sputnik Design Estate
By Aletto Brothers
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
their creative designs, Aletto Brothers make jewelry with strong shapes, and these remarkable earrings
Diamond, Coral, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Ring Sputnik H.Stern Natural 7.5ctw Aquamarine 18K Gold Ø 8.25US /6.2gr
Located in SE
Retro cocktail Sputnik type ring of Fancy design, very unusually looking ring ! Likely
Aquamarine, 18k Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Cultured Pearl Sputnik Round Button Clip-on Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (Numerous) Genuine Cultured Pearl - Round Shape - White base w/ Nice Luster - 3.9mm to 6.3mm (approx.) Material: 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 12.46 Grams Backing: Clip-on (Pie...
Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold
Vintage Pink Sapphire and Diamond Sputnik Style Clip-On Earrings 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing a stunning pair of vintage Sputnik-style clip-on earrings, exuding timeless elegance
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Unavailable|$750
Hermes Sputnik Style Clip
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
An interesting and unusual piece from Hermes. This two toned clip is impeccably made. The detail on the clip back shows the quality of this piece. The 'spikes' are of varying lengths...
Unavailable|$5,694
CHANEL Gripoix Starburst Sputnik Brooch
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
This Vintage Massive CHANEL Gripoix Starburst Sputnik Brooch is stunning and extremely rare
Gold Plate
Unavailable|$6,320
Diamond Set Sputnik Ring
Located in London, GB
" Sputnik " Diamond set ring Finger size 1
Diamond, 14k Gold
Unavailable|$539
Vintage KENZO PARIS Jewelled Flower Sputnik Necklace
By Kenzo
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage KENZO PARIS Jewelled Flower Sputnik Necklace Measurements: Height: 1.53 inches (3.9 cm
Unavailable|$899
Vintage Massive ALEXIS LAHELLEC Sputnik Rhinestone Earrings
By Alexis Lahellec
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage Massive ALEXIS LAHELLEC Sputnik Rhinestone Earrings Features: - 100% Authentic ALEXIS
Unavailable|$299
Vintage BARRERA Sputnik Wood Beaded Hoop Earrings
By Jose and Maria Barrera
Located in Kingersheim, Alsace
Vintage BARRERA Sputnik Wood Beaded Hoop Earrings Measurements: Height: 1.57 inches (4 cm) Width
Unavailable|$7,400
Lapis Lazuli Diamond Gold Sparkle Sputnik Earrings
By Aletto Brothers
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18kt Yellow Gold, Lapis Lazuli earrings with Diamonds G H Color VSi1 total Weight .92pts
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$1,408
1960s Mid-Century Modernist Green Tourmaline Gold Sputnik Cocktail Ring
Located in Dusseldorf, NRW
1960s Mid-Century Modernist Green Tourmaline Gold Sputnik Ring 18k gold, green tourmaline Ring head
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$19,181
Cartier great pair of sputnik earrings 1960's
By Cartier
Located in Kortrijk, BE
A great pair of sputnik earrings by Cartier, mounted in yellow gold. With clip backs. Signed
14k Gold
14K Sputnik Necklace with Bi-Colored '2.81CTW' and Yellow Sapphires '.28 CTW'
By HCL METAL WORKS
Located in Gorham, ME
14KTT Sputnik Necklace with Bi-colored Sapphire (2.81 CTW) and 3 Yellow Sapphires (.28 CTW) on a 18
Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 14k Gold
Unavailable|$3,650
H Stern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Multi Gemstone Sputnik Style Ear Clips
Located in QLD , AU
Who doesn't love H Stern jewellery? This Brazilian jewellery designer has such iconic styles
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Garnet, Multi-gemstone, Peridot, Tourmaline, 18k G...
Sold|$4,600
Colorful Sputnik Bracelet
Located in Amsterdam, NL
line of Sputnik jewelry in the 1950s, designed to showcase the variety of gemstones mined in Brazil
Amethyst, Garnet, Citrine, Aquamarine, 18k Gold
Sold|$1,900
Modernist Ruby Earrings
Located in Litchfield, CT
fabrication completes the picture. Remarks from Lawrence Jeffrey: “Finding their genesis with the sputnik
Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage "Sputnik" 18 Karat Gold Multi Gem Dome Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
precious gems: amethysts, aquamarines, garnets, citrines, tourmalines. The so-called "Sputnik" jewelry
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
1950s Gemstone Sputnik 18k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in South Pasadena, CA
1950s Multi-gemstone 18k yellow gold Sputnik pendant. The 1950s multi-gemstone 18K yellow gold
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Huge Sputnik Ring Citrine Dome Large Orb Cocktail Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Ornate sputnik domed gemstone cocktail ring (circa 1950s to 1960s) crafted in 18 karat yellow gold
Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Sputnik Ring Cultured Pearl 14k Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage cultured pearl Sputnik ring (circa 1960s to 1970s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sputnik Vintage Gemstone Dome Cocktail Earrings 18 Karat Gold Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Ornate dome sputnik gemstone earrings (circa 1950s to 1960s), crafted in 18 karat rose gold
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose...
Vintage Sputnik Orb Pendant Gemstone Large Charm 18 Karat Gold Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Ornate sputnik gemstone pendant (circa 1950s to 1960s) crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. Multi
Amethyst, Citrine, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
H Stern Sputnik Garnet Dome Pendant Orb Vintage 18 Karat Gold Charm Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Ornate H Stern sputnik garnet pendant (circa 1950s to 1960s), crafted in 18 karat yellow gold
Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$3,956
Cartier Sputnik Gold Pin
By Cartier
Located in Napoli, NA
Rare Gold Pin made by Cartier from the Sputnik collection, the smart dimensions and contemporary
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold|$725
Gold Sputnik Ring
Located in Darnestown, MD
Large size Sputnik ring with a variety of semi precious stones that include: citrine; amethyst
18k Gold
Sold|$7,500
Cartier 1950s Gold "Sputnik" Brooch
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Mid-20th Century 14 karat polished gold "Sputnik" brooch by Cartier. This dimensional brooch was
14k 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.
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