9ct Yellow Gold Chunky Tank Cuban Chain Necklace Italy 32.0g 16 Inches
Located in London, GB
The necklace is 16 inches in length and features a chunky tank chain design.
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Aquamarine Necklace
By Cartier
Located in London, GB
Here we have an elegant necklace from the world renowned luxury jewellery house of Cartier. This contemporary piece showcases a single square shaped aquamarine possessing a captivati...
Aquamarine, 18k Gold, White Gold
Price Upon Request
Schiaparelli Haute Couture Retro Tank Ruby Necklace
By Schiaparelli
Located in New York, NY
Schiaparelli Haute Couture Retro style necklace from the early 1940s with arc shaped gilt chevrons with ruby glass cabochon centers. These strong architectural motifs emerged in the ...
Gold Plated Preloved Tank Track Crystal Collar Necklace, 46cm Long
Located in Wilmslow, GB
A preloved Tank Track Crystal Collar Necklace. Chunky and timeless.
Vintage Cartier Blue Aquamarine Cushion Cut 18k White Gold Tank Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Blue Aquamarine 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace. Stunning white gold pendant set with a 5.8mm tension set fine blue aquamarine. Fine jewellery houses like Cart...
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Necklace in 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Paris, FR
Necklace covered with diamonds. 18-karat yellow gold diamond necklace Articulated 18-carat yellow gold necklace Tank mesh paved with diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Trifari Retro Tank Link Necklace
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari Retro Tank Link Necklace from the 1940's. Attractive cross over design with lovely flexible link construction. 1940's USA.
Gilt Metal
French 1940s Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Leaf Clip-on Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
Our opinion : Few antique earrings come to us from this time when women were more demanding of tank rings, bracelets, necklaces or brooches.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
Diamond Miami Cuban Tank Link Chain 3.64 Ctw. 18K Rose and White Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Cuban Chains became popular tens of thousands of years ago, historically cited in ancient Egyptian cities. The allure of these accessories is timeless. The Cuban link stands out from...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1940s Retro Gold Tank Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 carat yellow gold. This tank necklace is composed of 2 rows of articulated rectangular links.
18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Gold Tank Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 carat yellow gold, rhinoceros hallmark. The central feature is a heart shaped openwork motif decorated with 3 brilliant cut diamonds. The necklace consists of articul...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Tank Necklace in 18 Carat Yellow Gold and Diamonds
Located in Paris, FR
Tank 18-karat yellow gold diamond necklace Articulated 18-carat yellow gold necklace paved with Tank mesh diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
SIMONE ROCHA white cotton pearl necklace sleeveless cropped tankl top UK8 XS
By Simone Rocha
Located in Hong Kong, NT
SIMONE ROCHA white cotton pearl necklace sleeveless cropped tankl top UK8 XS Brand: Simone Rocha Designer: Simone Rocha Model Name / Style: Pearl necklace tank Material: Cotton Color...
Cartier Tank Enamel Diamond Sautoir Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Feasterville, PA
An impressive Cartier sautoir necklace depicting the iconic Tank model Cartier watch set with enamel waves and the finest Cartier round brilliant cut diamonds in 18k yellow gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Retro Polished Gold Link 'Tank Track' Necklace
Located in New York, NY
This 'tank track' necklace is an exceptionally rare expression of this jewelry style.
18k Gold
Unisex Fancy Tank Link 18 Karat Gold Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
This immaculately rendered heavy 18 karat yellow gold necklace depicts the elegant fancy tank chain links, weighs 73 grams and measures 20 inches long x 10mm wide.
18k Gold
Fred Tank 'Panther' Mesh Necklace in 18 Carat Yellow Gold and Diamonds
By Fred Paris
Located in Paris, FR
FRED Tank (Panther) articulated Mesh Necklace in 18-Carat yellow Gold and Diamonds of which 13 Links are Paved with 5 Diamonds for a Weight of Approximately 2.5 Carats.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Cartier Blue Aquamarine Cushion Cut 18k White Gold Tank Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Blue Aquamarine 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace. Stunning white gold pendant set with a 5.6mm tension set fine blue aquamarine. Fine jewellery houses like Car...
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Cartier Pink Tourmaline Cushion Cut 18k White Gold Tank Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Pink Rubellite Tourmaline 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace. Stunning white gold pendant set with a 5.6mm tension set fine pink rubellite tourmaline. Fine jewellery hous...
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Cartier Orange Citrine Cushion Cut 18k Yellow Gold Tank Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Orange Citrine 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace. Stunning white gold pendant set with a 5.8mm tension set fine orange citrine. Fine jewellery houses like Carti...
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Gas Tank Locket Pendant by Péry Fils for Van Cleef and Arpels
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Weight: 24gr Metal: 18kt yellow gold and enamel Condition: Very good Signature: VCA Hallmarks: French, eagle’s heads Maker’s mark: P & Fls Comments: This unique pendant features...
18k Gold
Cartier Diamond Gold Panther Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
An 18kt gold necklace composed by "tank" shaped interconnected links, sustaining five panthers, eternal symbol of the French house, embellished by fine brilliant cut diamonds.
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Cartier Blue Aquamarine Cushion Cut 18k White Gold Tank Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Blue Aquamarine 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace. Stunning white gold pendant set with a 5.6mm tension set fine blue aquamarine. Fine jewellery houses like Cart...
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Cartier Blue Aquamarine Cushion Cut 18k White Gold Tank Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Blue Aquamarine 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace. Stunning white gold pendant set with a 5.6mm tension set fine blue aquamarine. Fine jewellery houses like Cart...
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Cartier Pink Tourmaline Cushion Cut 18k White Gold Tank Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Pink Rubellite Tourmaline 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace. Stunning white gold pendant set with a 5.75mm tension set fine vivid pink tourmaline gemstone. Fine jeweller...
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Cartier Orange Citrine Cushion Cut 18k Yellow Gold Tank Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Orange Citrine 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace. Stunning white gold pendant set with a 5.8mm tension set fine orange citrine. Fine jewellery houses like Carti...
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Orange Citrine Cushion Cut 18k Yellow Gold Tank Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Orange Citrine 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace. Stunning yellow gold pendant set with a 5.8mm tension set fine orange citrine. Fine jewellery houses like Cart...
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Orange Citrine Cushion Cut 18k Yellow Gold Tank Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Orange Citrine 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace. Stunning white gold pendant set with a 5.8mm tension set fine orange citrine. Fine jewellery houses like Carti...
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Orange Citrine Cushion Cut 18k Yellow Gold Tank Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Orange Citrine 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace. Stunning white gold pendant set with a 5.8mm tension set fine orange citrine. Fine jewellery houses like Carti...
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Cartier Blue Aquamarine Cushion Cut 18k White Gold Tank Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Cartier Blue Aquamarine 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace. Stunning white gold pendant set with a 5.8mm tension set fine blue aquamarine. Fine jewellery houses like Cart...
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Yellow Gold Sapphire Ruby Pearl Aquarium Pendant 14k Round.35ctw Fish Tank Moves
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphires Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .20ctw Cut: Round Color: Blue Natural Rubies Treatment: Heating Carat(s): .15ctw Cu...
Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Aquamarine 18k White Gold Tank Pendant Chain Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Indeed, jewelry has the power to enhance any outfit. This chain necklace by Cartier is so pretty, it won't just lift your outfits, but you'll also love having it around your neck. Th...
A French 'escalator' gold tank bracelet
Located in London, GB
A wonderfully rugged French tank bracelet in the 'escalator' style with geometric links in 18kt rose and yellow gold. This style of bracelet is always in demand!
Marked with ...
18k Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Wide Collar Link Necklace 110.8 Grams
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Bold 14 Karat Yellow Gold link necklace weighing 110.8 Grams. Very comfortable on the neck & really makes an outfit! DM for more videos and pictures on my neck. Search Harbor Di...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
French Modern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Interlaced Flat Mesh Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. This pre-owned gold necklace features flat intertwined links that fall to the front. The clasp is a lobster clasp. Length : 46....
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Italian Chunky Link Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Italian chunky link necklace set in 18k yellow gold. The necklace is composed of exactly 93 gold chunky links, connected in the iconic brick link design. Becaus...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$750Sale Price|40% Off
Vintage CHRISTIAN DIOR signed gold plated crystals omega chain designer necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed CHRISTIAN DIOR • gold plated with crystals • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ...
$225Sale Price|40% Off
NAPIER signed vintage gold plated crystals designer chain necklace
By Napier
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed NAPIER • gold plated with crystals • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • 18 1/2" long by 5/8" wide CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal...
$345Sale Price|40% Off
NAPIER signed vintage gold tone rhinestones massive collar designer necklace
By Napier
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed NAPIER • gold tone with rhinestones • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku A67...
Tiffany & Co. 18K Gold Aquamarine Box Pendant Paperclip Necklace 17.5"
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A Tiffany & Co. Jewel Box pendant necklace in 18K yellow gold, set with an emerald-cut aquamarine within an open rectangular frame and suspended from an elongated paperclip link ...
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$4,625
W 3 in D 0.25 in Dm 6 in L 15 in
Vintage deLillo Gold Tone Necklace with Red Beads, Circa 1970s
By deLillo
Located in New York, NY
Vintage deLillo Gold Tone with Red Dangling Beads Circa 1970s. This gorgeous necklace features an additional chain in the back, allowing you to adjust the length to sit closer to the...
Mixed Metal
$177Sale Price|40% Off
Vintage gold tone massive designer chain choker necklace
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku A67 ❤️❤️ VINTAGE DESIGNE...
$564Sale Price / item|20% Off
W 0.28 in L 16 in
Dainty Octagon Cut Aquamarine Necklace with Chain for Her in 14k White Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Dainty Octagon Cut Aquamarine Necklace with Chain for Her in 14K Gold studded with octagon cut aquamarine. This stunning piece of jewelry instantly elevates a casual look or dressy o...
Aquamarine, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Chanel Necklace Haute Couture in Old Golden Metal with Red Glass Pearls
By Chanel
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Chanel - Old-golden metal necklace with red glass pearls holding a costume pearl and a glass paste drop. Jewelry from the Coco era, seen on Coco Chanel. Not signed. Additional infor...
Bold Ruby Bead Torsade Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Bold torsade necklace made from multiple strands of ruby pate de verre beads, held by gilded tubular spacers. 1980's USA. Excellent condition. 18" x 1.5"
Gilt Metal
Chanel 1984 Long Sautoir Necklace with Red Gripoix, Faux Pearls Gold Links
By Chanel
Located in North Miami, FL
This fabulous long vintage Chanel sautoir necklace has red gripoix glass beads, faux pearls interspersed along the gold metal link chain. The red glass beads are 2 different sizes. I...
Pearl, Gold
$5,395Sale Price|20% Off
L 16.54 in
Tiffany & Co. Platinum Soleste Aquamarine & Diamond Necklace 1.00ct 3.88g
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
A timeless Tiffany & Co. Soleste pendant necklace crafted in platinum, featuring a vibrant aquamarine centre stone surrounded by a delicate halo of round brilliant cut diamonds. ...
Diamond, Aquamarine, Platinum
$285Sale Price|40% Off
SWAROVSKI signed vintage gold plated crystals designer chain necklace
By Swarovski
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed SWAROVSKI SAL • gold plated with crystals • vintage designer necklace MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear ...
GIA certified Unheated Ruby Necklace in 22k solid gold chain
Located in Singapore, SG
Kindly note that the stated price for this item is fixed and non-negotiable. We appreciate your understanding and respect for our pricing decision. If you love large rubies and appr...
Ruby, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Diamonds by the Yard Bracelet 7.25"
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Tiffany & Co. Material: sterling silver Diamonds: 5 round cut= 0.25cttw Color: G Clarity: VS2 Dimensions: the bracelet measures 7.25-inches in length Weight: 1.72 grams
Diamond, Sterling Silver
BOTTEGA VENETA Rare 2010 Limited Edition Cabat Woven Tote Shoulder Shopper Bag
By Bottega Veneta
Located in Switzerland, CH
Just Gorgeous! Bottega Veneta Intrecciato Cabat Bag A rare piece produced in a very limited edition Special color & material combination Details: A Bottega Veneta signature pi...
UNWORN Emilio Pucci Peter Dundas 2011 Crochet Knit Maxi Dress Bridal Wedding 42
By Peter Dundas, Emilio Pucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
ABSOLUTELY INSANE EMILIO PUCCI CROCHET KNIT CUTOUT GOWN A real gem - inspired by icon Jane Birkin's dress One of the most famous Pucci by Peter Dundas dresses ever! Worn by celebriti...
$527Sale Price|51% Off
Two piece Wool Tweed Suit with Black Fox Fur Collar
Located in Amsterdam, NL
We offer more exclusive vintage items, view our frontstore. Details: 2-piece suit with a skirt and a jacket. Made from wool/tweed The black fox fur collar is non- detachable. Size f...
2001 John Galliano Sheer Knit Sleeveless High Neck Dress
By John Galliano
Located in Austin, TX
2001 John Galliano Sheer Black Knit Sleeveless High Neck Long Dress Rayon Fabric Made in Italy Chest: 28-37", Waist: 23-33", Hips: 31-43", Length: 64" Condition: Excellent SIZE: S ...
NARCISO RODRIGUEZ 2018 Silk Soft Pink/Peach Gown Maxi Dress
By Narciso Rodriguez
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Narciso Rodriguez 2018 Original Price $2,995 Special Capsule Collection for Barneys NY The most adorable softest baby pink color bordering on peach Pullover Lined 100% silk IT40 fits...
1960's Nina Ricci Black Couture Dress with Mink Trim
By Nina Ricci
Located in Toronto, Ontario
Elegant couture made late 1960's black silk cocktail dress with fitted corset bustier and dark brown mink fur trimmed bodice. The full skirt adds a touch of volume to the dress. Hand...
Christian Dior dress by John Galliano circa 2000
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - A ready-to-wear Collection circa 2000 under the artistic direction of John Galliano. Geometrical-pattern silk muslin dress with flounces, in red, pink, and yellow tones. Red ...
Steven Battelle 6.3 Carats Cabochon Pink Tourmaline 18K Gold Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two bright 8 x 10 mm cabochon "fancy" light pink tourmalines are set in matte-finish 18K gold wide double bezels and ornamented with a circular gold component at the bottom. Above, ...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Loris Azzaro Paris Couture Circa 1973 Vintage Draped Bodice Red Chiffon Dress
By Loris Azzaro
Located in Antwerpen, Vlaams Gewest
Spectacular Vintage 1973 Loris Azzaro Paris Couture Documented Evening Dress An exquisite piece of fashion history, this 1973 Loris Azzaro Couture or Runway sample evening dress is ...
Oscar de la Renta Resort 2009 Runway One Shoulder Silk Toga Dress $3, 200 BNWT
By Oscar De La Renta
Located in San Diego, CA
Amazing brand new with tags Oscar de la Renta silk one shoulder dress! Detailed for $3,200! Featured in the Resort 2009 Oscar Runway Collection (see pictures). One shoulder can be wo...
GIVENCHY Couture S/S 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN 2 Pc Floral Jacquard Skirt Suit Set
By Givenchy, Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
DESCRIPTION: GIVENCHY Couture S/S 1998 ALEXANDER McQUEEN 2 Pc Floral Jacquard Skirt Suit Set Brand / Manufacturer: Givenchy Collection: Couture; Spring / Summer 1998 Designer: Ale...
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Large Diamond By The Yard 18k Yellow Gold Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti By The Yard Large Round Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Necklace. A beautiful 18k yellow gold pendant necklace set with a stunning round white diamond mea...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Versace Iconic Sequins and Beads Multicolour Long Dress
By Versace
Located in Capri, IT
Versace Iconic Sequins and Beads Multicolour Long Dress Unique and rare long multicolour dress totally made in italy in italian size range 40 Beads and sequins all over
Alexander McQueen black low plunge evening dress, fw 1998
By Alexander McQueen
Located in London, GB
Alexander McQueen black evening maxi dress with draped low plunge neckline. Fall-Winter 1998
$6,726
H 0.15 in W 0.49 in L 0.63 in
Antique 2.25 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Cluster Earrings Circa 1930
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive pair of antique 2.25 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold cluster earrings; part of our diverse diamond earring collection. These stunning antique d...
Diamond, 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.
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.