14 Karat Yellow Gold Tiara Crown Pin or Brooch, Pearls and Sapphire
Located in Manhasset, NY
14Kt Yellow Gold Tiara Crown Pin or Brooch with Stones and Pearls. 19.25 by 33.5 mm in width
Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Victorian 14k/Sterling Silver Diamond Tiara
Located in Narberth, PA
A highly unique tiara from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 14k white gold and sterling
Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
$1,498
H 0.87 in W 1.1 in
18k White Gold 1ctw Ruby & Diamond w/ Pearl Milgrain Work Crown Tiara Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Ruby - Round Cut - Bezel Set - Deep Red Color - 0.40ctw (approx.) (2) Genuine Cultured Pearls - Round Shape - Stem Set - White Color - 3.1mm each ...
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, White Gold
Antique Fernch Floral Diamond Platinum Wedding Tiara
Located in Miami, FL
Antique French Floral Design Platinum Diamond Tiara with Detachable Brooch This magnificent French
Diamond, Platinum
Antique Victorian Tiara with Diamond Star - c.1890
Located in London, GB
a brooch or pendant for occasions that may require less extravagance. Although the tiara itself is
Diamond, Gold
E. Wolfe & Co. Art Deco Dog Cat Brooch Sapphire Ruby Diamond
Located in New York, NY
. Jewelry Maker's Mark Established 1850 Known for bird & animal brooches. Known for tiaras and crowns
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$2,840
H 1.19 in W 1.19 in
VictorianVictorian 14K Gold Rose Cut Diamond Winged “En Tremblant” Insect Brooch
Located in Venice, CA
in Victorian era France, often used in tiaras and brooches. The spring can be seen in this piece when
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Silver
Carlo and Arthur Giuliano Antique Diamond Wing Brooch circa 1900
Located in London, GB
ornament/brooch, a tiara, and three brooches—appeared in Wartski’s 1989 exhibition Artists’ Jewellery: Pre
Yellow Gold, Silver
$5,323
H 0.4 in W 1.19 in
Belle Epoque enamel poppy brooch in 18k gold and silver, plique-à-jour enamel
Located in PARIS, FR
-shaped diamonds. The backing is detachable, perhaps for use on a hairpin or tiara. Antique brooch, Belle
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel
Late Georgian Aquamarine and Gold Parure
Located in London, GB
A late Georgian gold aquamarine parure of a necklace, a pair of drop earrings, a bodice brooch, a
Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Diamond Gold Tiara Brooch, circa 1890s
Located in Amsterdam, NL
we are offering a time piece like no other, The Tiara brooche is over 100 years old and
Diamond, 14k Gold
Ark Design, Bracelet, Diamonds Pearls, Enamel, 18 Karat Gold, Silver
Located in New York, NY
made by Rene Lalique. Stem of lilies that can be converted into a bracelet, brooch or tiara. The
Citrine, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, 24k Gold, Silver
Unavailable
Diamond pearl and black enamel parure
Located in Milano, IT
pendants a tiara and a long corsage brooch. Attributed to S.Petiteau, Paris, 1830 circa. In original
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Art Nouveau circa 1905, 5.7 Carat Diamond and Pearl Edwardian Pendant Necklace
Located in Berlin, Berlin
decade of the 19th century. Brooches, tiaras, devant-de-corsages, necklaces: due to the use of platinum
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum, Rhodium
Antique Victorian 4.05 Carat Diamond and Pearl Gold and Silver Tiara Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional 4.05 carat diamond and pearl, 9 karat yellow gold and silver tiara / brooch; part of
9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold
Tiara Convertible Diamond Antique Brooch
Located in Geneva, CH
Tiara convertible Diamond Antique Brooch on Silver and Gold. Aigrette feather is optional. Old
Diamond
Antique Tiara Convertible Brooch Old Mine Cut Diamonds
Located in Geneva, CH
Antique Tiara convertible Brooch Old mine cut Diamonds on Silver and Gold. Tiara frame in yellow
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Victorian Natural Pearl Diamond Platinum Tiara Comb Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This magnificently ornamented antique tiara features natural saltwater pearls (ten pearls measure
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Platinum
Rare Complete Victorian Diamond Five Star Tiara Converting to Brooches
Located in London, GB
The tiara composed of five twelve-rayed stars graduated in size, all of openwork design and set
Diamond
Sold
H 1.15 in W 1.15 in
Vintage 18k Gold .65ct Diamond Textured Bead Crown Tiara Fleur De Lis Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
A well made pin/brooch which was crafted from solid 18k gold. The piece features a crown with Fleur
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian 4.00 Total Carat Diamond Tremblé Wings Tiara and Pin in Original Box
Located in Narberth, PA
: as an elaborate brooch, or as a unique tiara. Each wing can be individually removed and attached as
Diamond, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold
Belle Époque Antique Russian Diamond Ruby Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Made in St. Petersburg between 1908 and 1917. This delicate tiara motif antique brooch is crafted
Diamond, Ruby
Garnet Brooches Pair of Silver Gold January Stone, 1900
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
A pair of Garnet Brooches depicting tiara or a crown. Silver with Gold, a technique used at that
Garnet, Gold, Silver
Antique Edwardian Old Mine European Yellow Diamond Headpiece Brooch Platinum
Located in Lisbon, PT
headpiece/brooch in platinum, circa 1900. This sophisticated jewel set with nearly 5 carats of diamonds is
Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Platinum, Silver
【Crown Radiance】Papillon Embrace South Sea Pearl Ring
Located in New York, NY
, the piece evokes the elegance of vintage tiaras and heirloom floral brooches, reimagined for the
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Gold
Chaumet 18 Karat Gold Floral Ear Clips 1964
By Chaumet
Located in New York, NY
workshops on Place Vendome since the late eighteenth century. From royal tiaras to playful animal brooches
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Edwardian Bracelet Old European Cut Diamonds Platinum Gold 18k Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
, symbolizing purity and sophistication. These gemstones were commonly used in tiaras, necklaces, and brooches
Diamond, Platinum, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Garnet Tiara Brooch, Silver & Gold, Early 20th Century
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
A Garnet Brooch depicting tiara or a crown. Silver with Gold, a technique used at that time
Garnet, Gold, Silver
Diamond Tiara Brooch Aigrette Comb Original Box Collingwood, 1900
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
to be transformed from brooch to tiara, aigrette or comb in a matter of minutes. It was a true high
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Garnet Tiara Brooch, Silver & Gold, Early 20th Century, Israel
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
A Garnet Brooch depicting tiara or a crown. Silver with Gold, a technique used at that time
Garnet, Gold, Silver
1890s antique Yellow Sapphire Diamond silver gold Tiara Stomacher Brooch
Located in Geneva, CH
A very high quality antique silver, gold 18k 750, Old-mine and rose-cut diamond tiara. Centered by
Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, Silver
French Princely Family Collection Antique Diamond Tiara Convert Necklace Brooch
Located in New York, NY
French Princely Family Collection Antique Diamond Tiara Can Be Converted to Necklace or Brooch
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
19th Century Diamond Silver Gold Tiara
Located in Geneva, CH
, cushion-, pear-shaped, oval and rose diamonds, detachable tiara frame, three brooch clip fittings. Mounted
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Late Victorian Diamond-Set Tiara
Located in London, GB
Very Good condition. Unmarked, tested as Silver (front and frame), 18ct Gold (back of tiara, brooch and
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Gold, Platinum, Moonstone and Diamond Tiara Brooch
Located in Atlanta, GA
Own your own version of royalty. This sweet and delicate brooch is designed as a tiara set with
Diamond, Moonstone, Platinum, 14k Gold
Antique Diamond Tiara Style Brooch
Located in Lakewood, NJ
Antique Platinum Old Miner Diamonds Tiara Style Brooch. One of a kind gold with platinum
Diamond
Antique French Empire Portrait Miniature Brooch Lady in Tiara
Located in San Marcos, CA
a brooch, a fine piece of jewelry over 200 years old, she is perfect. The most fabulous lapis lazuli
Garrard Wedding 'Fanfare' 18 Karat White Gold Brooch, Round & Square Diamond
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
. Over these years, Garrard has handcrafted tiaras, necklaces, brooches and many more magnificent jewels
White Diamond, White Gold
Belle Époque circa 1880, 20.35 Ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Gold Floral Spray Brooch
Located in Berlin, Berlin
. It is likely that the brooch was originally part of a tiara. In the 19th century, many precious
Diamond, 14k Gold, Silver
Belle Époque 6.65 Carat Diamond Tiara Also Pendant, Necklace or Brooch, 1900s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique jewelry object group: tiara, but can also be worn as pendant, necklace, or brooch
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Sold
Amethyst Parure
Located in Milano, IT
A yellow gold and amethyst parure composed of one necklace, two bracelets, one brooch, a tiara and
Amethyst, 18k Gold
Garrard High Jewellery Iconic Albemarle 21.14ct White Diamond Five-Row Necklace
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
handcrafted tiaras, necklaces, brooches and many more magnificent jewels that are still worn by the British
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Garrard 'Wings Reflection' 18 Karat White Gold Diamond & Coloured Enamel Pendant
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
handcrafted tiaras, necklaces, brooches and many more magnificent jewels that are still worn by the British
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Garrard 'Regal Cascade' 18 Karat White Gold White Diamond White Pearl Pendant
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
. Over these years, Garrard has handcrafted tiaras, necklaces, brooches and many more magnificent jewels
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Garrard 'Entanglement' 18 Karat White Gold White Diamond Yellow Sapphire Pendant
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
around the globe. Over these years, Garrard has handcrafted tiaras, necklaces, brooches and many more
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Garrard 'Entanglement' 18 Karat Gold White Diamond Yellow Sapphire Earrings
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
royal families around the globe. Over these years, Garrard has handcrafted tiaras, necklaces, brooches
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Garrard Signature Serpent 'Muse' 18 Karat White Gold Sapphire & Diamond Necklace
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
around the globe. Over these years, Garrard has handcrafted tiaras, necklaces, brooches and many more
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Garrard 'Muse' Serpent 18 Karat White Gold White Diamond Necklace
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
families around the globe. Over these years, Garrard has handcrafted tiaras, necklaces, brooches and many
White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Garrard 'Jewelled Vault' 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Padparadscha Sapphire Ring
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
. Over these years, Garrard has handcrafted tiaras, necklaces, brooches and many more magnificent jewels
White Diamond, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Garrard 3.04 Carat GRS Cushion Cut Vivid Red Ruby Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
around the globe. Over these years, Garrard has handcrafted tiaras, necklaces, brooches and many more
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Garrard Wings Embrace 18 Karat White Gold Drop Pendant with Round White Diamond
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
handcrafted tiaras, necklaces, brooches and many more magnificent jewels that are still worn by the British
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Garrard Wings Embrace 18 Karat White Gold White Diamond Drop Earrings
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
handcrafted tiaras, necklaces, brooches and many more magnificent jewels that are still worn by the British
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Garrard Wings Embrace 18 karat White Gold Drop Earrings White Diamond
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
. Over these years, Garrard has handcrafted tiaras, necklaces, brooches and many more magnificent jewels
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Garrard Wings Embrace 18 Karat White Gold Wrap Ring with Round White Diamond
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
families around the globe. Over these years, Garrard has handcrafted tiaras, necklaces, brooches and many
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Garrard Fanfare White Gold Climber Earrings White Diamond and Calibre Cut Rubies
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
other royal families around the globe. Over these years, Garrard has handcrafted tiaras, necklaces
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Garrard Wings Embrace 18 Karat White Gold Aquamarine Beaded Tassel Pendant
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
. Over these years, Garrard has handcrafted tiaras, necklaces, brooches and many more magnificent jewels
Aquamarine, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
House of Garrard GIA 5.90 Carat Padparadscha Sapphire Cocktail Ring
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
around the globe. Over these years, Garrard has handcrafted tiaras, necklaces, brooches and many more
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Garrard Fanfare White Gold Chandelier Drop Necklace Diamond Mother of Pearl
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
around the globe. Over these years, Garrard has handcrafted tiaras, necklaces, brooches and many more
White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Garrard Wings Embrace 18 Karat White Gold Aquamarine Bead Tassel Drop Earrings
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
around the globe. Over these years, Garrard has handcrafted tiaras, necklaces, brooches and many more
Aquamarine, White Diamond, White Gold
Garrard Bridal Fanfare White Gold Chandelier Earrings Diamond Mother of Pearl
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
other royal families around the globe. Over these years, Garrard has handcrafted tiaras, necklaces
White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Garrard Wings Embrace 18 Karat White Gold Double Drop Pendant with White Diamond
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
. Over these years, Garrard has handcrafted tiaras, necklaces, brooches and many more magnificent jewels
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Garrard Platinum GRS 6.01 Carat Vivid Blue Oval Unheated Sapphire Cluster Ring
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
well as many other royal families around the globe. Over these years, Garrard has handcrafted tiaras
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Garrard 4.55ct 18 Karat White Gold GIA Ruby and Diamond Radiating Ring
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
well as many other royal families around the globe. Over these years, Garrard has handcrafted tiaras
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Garrard Platinum 3.06 Carat DVS1 GIA Diamond Engagement Ring Pink Pave Surround
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
. Over these years, Garrard has handcrafted tiaras, necklaces, brooches and many more magnificent jewels
White Diamond, Pink Diamond, Rose Gold, Platinum
Garrard 1.36 Carat GRS Cushion Ruby Engagement Cocktail Ring White Diamond
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
handcrafted tiaras, necklaces, brooches and many more magnificent jewels that are still worn by the British
White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Garrard 3.08 Carat CDC Cushion Cut Emerald And White Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Garrard & Co. Ltd.
Located in London, London
well as many other royal families around the globe. Over these years, Garrard has handcrafted tiaras
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian Antique Floral Chandelier Diamond Earrings, 1850s
Located in Antwerp, BE
likely these earrings come from either a tiara or a big branch brooch and have somewhere in its history
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver, Gold
Antique Victorian Cut Steel butterfly hair comb
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique Victorian era hair comb. It is a two pronged celluloid hair comb in a yellow shade. The top is adorned with a pretty cut steel butterfly. Cut steel was populari...
Cut Steel
Regency Aquamarine Necklace with Old Mine Diamonds, circa 1815–1820
Located in Northampton, MA
This ravishing antique aquamarine necklace, dating to the Regency period (circa 1815–1820), is a crowning jewel of the era and a tour de force of early 19th-century jewelry design. A...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
Travilla Strapless Silk Strapless Gown 1970s
By Travilla
Located in Water Mill, NY
From acclaimed designer William Travilla a stunning gown comprised of layers of pointed edge red silk. He is famous for among other things creating Marilyn Monroe's iconic subway ven...
$5,597Sale Price|20% Off
Size: IT40
VALENTINO BOUTIQUE Vintage Floral Beaded Black Silk Gown Ruffle Maxi Dress
By Valentino
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Valentino Boutique Vintage 100% silk Jet black silk with beautiful beads, sequins, and threading to create a romantic floral cascading pattern Double v-neck front and back with delic...
$13,611
H 0.87 in W 0.87 in Dm 0.87 in
Chanel 1989 Montre Mademoiselle 16 cm Yellow Gold Pearls bracelet Watch M
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Mademoiselle model watch, square yellow gold case, quartz movement, white background with Roman numeral indexes, crown with a small half pearl, yellow gold and pearl bracelet,...
Pearl, Yellow Gold
Estate Angela Cummings Bold 18k Gold Diamond Braided Collar Necklace
By Angela Cummings
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A bold, dramatic and fanciful 18k gold vintage collar necklace signed by noted designer Angela Cummings. Intriguing graduated concentric circles of twisted gold tipped with sparkling...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$27,405
H 1.19 in W 0.91 in
Cartier 1990 Montre Or Jaune Baignoire PM Yellow Gold Casque d Or Bracelet Watch
By Cartier
Located in PARIS, FR
Cartier watch circa 1990 Baignoire model in yellow gold, oval case (legendary), white dial with Roman numerals, quartz movement, blued steel hands, winding mechanism or crown decorat...
Yellow Gold
Cartier Tank Américaine Diamond Bezel Quartz 18K Gold Watch
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Cartier Tank Américaine watch with diamond bezel and bracelet in 18K yellow gold, featuring a rectangular 19 x 34.5mm case and quartz movement. Designed with timeless Roman numerals ...
18k Gold
Dolce & Gabbana Lace up Silk Dress
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful stretch silk leopard print dress from Dolce & Gabbana. The bodice has adjustable straps, functional and adjustable side lacing through to the hips plus rows of top stitch...
Victorian Natural Pearl and Diamond Cluster Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian natural pearl and diamond necklace, the twelve graduated cluster motifs each centred with natural bouton pearls measuring from 5.6 mm to 9 mm, within a surround of old br...
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
$1,800Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 37
New Tom Ford for Yves Saint Laurent YSL Lotus Heels Final Collection 2004 Sz 37
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in Conroe, TX
Yves Saint Laurent Heels Brand New * Tom Ford Lotus Runway Ad Heels * This was his last collection for Yves Saint Laurent. He was inspired by the Chinese Collection of 1977... His Fi...
$1,272Sale Price|20% Off
Elegant Natural pearls and citrine sterling silver tiara head accessory band
Located in Delhi, DL
For the queen in you! This stunning tiara is a symbol of beauty and self-love. It is handmade with Natural pearls and citrine in sterling silver with yellow gold plating. Gemstone ...
Citrine, Natural Pearl, Sterling Silver
Agent Provocateur Sexy Red Bow Heels Slides Size 36 / 6 Made in Italy Never Worn
By Agent Provocateur
Located in San Diego, CA
Sexy brand new, never worn AGENT PROVOCATEUR red satin heels! 1950s sex appeal, with a modern twist. Features a bow at each side, with red patent leather accent. Perfect with jeans ...
$19,960Sale Price|20% Off
Platinum Art Deco Style Sugarloaf Emerald and Diamond Ring Engagement Ring
By Gold Adore
Located in San Francisco, CA
I am seriously in LOVE with this ring. It might just be my favorite ring yet. Crafted in Platinum, the design features an amazing gemstone center, flanked by French Cut Diamonds, and...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1990s Richard Tyler Couture Size 6 Cranberry Red Burgundy Sequin Vintage Gown
By Richard Tyler Couture, Richard Tyler
Located in San Diego, CA
Phenomenal 90s RICHARD TYLER COUTURE cranberry red / burgundy / maroon fully sequined and beaded silk chiffon evening dress! Features thousands of vibrant hand-sewn sequins and beads...
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Maxi Skirt
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous silk long skirt with yellow, green and white abstract shapes including glowers and leaves on a brown background from John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is semi fitted t...
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.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.