The Celestial III Bracelet
Located in London, GB
The Celestial III Bracelet is inspired by the harmonious energies of the universe, embodied by the protective and grounding properties of tourmaline. In ancient myths, tourmaline was...
Tourmaline, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
The Terrestrial Bracelet
Located in London, GB
The Terrestrial Bracelet is inspired by the harmonious energies of the universe, embodied by the protective and grounding properties of tourmaline. In ancient myths, tourmaline was t...
Tourmaline, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Vintage Bulgari Passo Doppio Gem Set Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Circa 1998, Featuring round cabochons of pink tourmaline and blue topaz with a suspended oval cabochon of green tourmaline and citrine all in bezel settings with an approximate tot...
Citrine, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold
Vintage Bulgari Passo Doppio Gem Set Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Designed as a sculpted link chain which suspends a fringe of cabochon pink and green tourmalines, citrines and blue topaz.
Citrine, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold
$15,000
Bulgari "Doppio" Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Created in the 1980s, this unusual early Bulgari "Doppio" ring is composed of pink tourmaline, peridot, and 18K gold. The twin stone form is set with a cabochon pink tourmaline and p...
Peridot, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
The Celestial II Bracelet
Located in London, GB
The Celestial I Bracelet is inspired by the harmonious energies of the universe, embodied by the protective and grounding properties of tourmaline. In ancient myths, tourmaline was t...
Tourmaline, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
14K Yellow Gold Amber Peridot Smokey Quartz Pendant Necklace Estate
Located in Hallandale Beach, FL
Unique 14K yellow gold pendant necklace featuring an oversized natural amber accented with peridot, smokey quartz, and tourmaline. Estate pendant measures 1.8 inches long x 1.3 inche...
Amber, Peridot, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
The Celestial I Bracelet
Located in London, GB
The Celestial I Bracelet is inspired by the harmonious energies of the universe, embodied by the protective and grounding properties of tourmaline. In ancient myths, tourmaline was t...
Tourmaline, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
18k Yellow Gold Multi-Gem Fancy Link Bracelet
By Non Branded
Located in Lexington, KY
The bracelet features a mix of cabochon cut amethysts, citrine, and tourmaline that give this bracelet a bright earthy tone that will not perfectly match anything, but will go with e...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Multi Gemstone Earring in 14K Yellow Gold.
Located in New York, NY
Vintage earrings contain two oval cabochon Green Tourmalines, four oval cabochon Citrines and four pear shape cabochon Pink Tourmalines, approximately 8.00cts.
Multi-gemstone, Citrine, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold
Tiffany & Co Multi Gem Necklace by Paloma Picasso
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co Multi Gem Necklace by Paloma Picasso A yellow gold necklace set with a series of oval cabochon gemstones, including citrine, green tourmaline, pink tourmaline, aqua...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Beaded Headpiece/Necklace set in Sterling Silver with 14K Gold Accents
Located in Lafayette, LA
Vintage Headpiece and/or Necklace Made with Natural Ruby Cabochons, Natural Tourmaline Beads, and Vintage Rose Cut Diamonds.
Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Cartier Vtg Meli Melo Platinum and Diamond & Gemstone Ring Size 54 c 1990s
By Cartier
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous & Unique Cartier Ring. The Meli Melo design features variously polished and faceted gemstones bezel-set in 950 platinum. The design incorporates aquamarine, pink tourmaline,...
Aquamarine, Chalcedony, Diamond, Tourmaline, Mandarin Garnet, Platinum
Art Deco Tanzanite & Emerald 35.2Ct and 0.57Ct Natural Diamond Ring in Silver
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Introducing a mesmerizing Ring in Silver, this exquisite piece showcases a breathtaking combination of gemstones. At the center, a vibrant Tanzanite is surrounded by a rich arrangeme...
Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, Silver
Art Deco Chinese Silver Vermeil Bracelet with Gemstones
Located in New York, NY
Lovely Chinese Silver Vermeil Bracelet with Gemstones cabochons in pink and green tourmalines with jade.
Jade, Tourmaline, Vermeil, Silver
Art Deco Design 18k Gold Necklace with Emeralds, Tanzanites, and Diamonds
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite necklace in Art Deco design, so chic and refined, a very piece of art, perfect for glamour ladies. Necklace come in 18k gold , with 3 large Drop cut natural Zambian Em...
Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Victorian 1850s 'In Memory Of' Enamel Mourning Band Ring
Located in London, GB
The ring has been set with a central cabochon black cats eye tourmaline and the band of the ring features black enamel with the words 'In Memory Of'.
Tourmaline, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Blossom Modern Style Brooch with Diamonds by Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Plum Blossom modern style brooch is in 18 karat yellow gold, with detachable green cabochon tourmaline drop and 5 round diamonds. This collection was featured in Vogue UA review.
Diamond, White Diamond, Quartz, Tourmaline, Chrome Tourmaline, Gold, 18k...
SeidenGang Multistone Gold Link Bracelet
By SeidenGang
Located in Darnestown, MD
Eighteen karat gold bracelet by SeidenGang with 6 plaques, each with a cabochon stone. They are amethyst; citrine; rubelite and tourmaline.
Amethyst, Citrine, Rubelite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
$6,833Sale Price|50% Off
Unisex Rubellite silver ring Cats Eye Effect Big Pink Chatoyancy Statement ring
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Large unisex silver ring with natural Rubellite Tourmaline with cat's eye effect (chatoyancy) stone measurements - 0.51 х 0.71 х 0.98 in / 13 х 18 х 25 mm stone weight - 44.85 carats...
Rubelite, Tourmaline, Silver, Sterling Silver
Stephen Dweck Silver Gilt Semi Precious Ear Clips
By Stephen Dweck
Located in New York, NY
Stephen Dweck Silver Gilt Semi Precious Ear Clips from the 1990's. Set in vintage Etruscan settings with semiprecious stones like lemon citrine, garnet and carved tourmaline. The tou...
Citrine, Garnet, Tourmaline, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
18 Karat Yellow Gold and Cabachon Semi Precious Stones Bracelet
By Vaid
Located in New York, NY
This bracelet is designed with 15 yellow gold links each with a quilted diamond pattern. Every other link features diamond shaped cabachon stones of Amethyst, Citrine, Green & Pi...
Amethyst, Citrine, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Gold Multi Color Gemstone Vintage Estate X Bezel Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
A vibrant vintage estate bracelet, crafted in solid 18K yellow gold, featuring a combination of bezel-set gemstones including tourmaline, amethyst, iolite, and citrine. Details: Ite...
Citrine, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rose gold tourmaline band ring
By Botta gioielli
Located in Milano, IT
9K rose gold band ring with a cabochon-cut natural pink tourmaline measuring 10x10 mm./0.393x0.393 and weighing 4.55 ct. The ring is handmade in Italy with a setting formed by a hamm...
Tourmaline, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Red Natural Mediterranean Coral Sterling Silver Strand Necklace, 1970s
Located in Milford, DE
This Italian coral sterling silver strand necklace features vibrant, organic-shaped mediterranean coral beads beautifully strung into a classic necklace. The natural variations in th...
Tourmaline, Coral, Sterling Silver
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Blossom Transformer Brooch with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
18 karat yellow gold Plum Blossom brooch is encrusted with 5 round diamonds and green cabochon removable drop of tourmaline. This contemporary jewellery collection has been featured ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Quartz, Tourmaline, Chrome Tourmaline, Gold, 14k...
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Ring with Chrome Diopside and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
Other gemstone options include garnet, red or green tourmaline, tender rose morganite, emerald, amethyst, sapphire, and spinel.
Diamond, Green Sapphire, Tourmaline, Chrome Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, ...
$9,300 / item
24.88 Carat Rose Quartz Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
This stunning ring has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold. It is hand set in 24.88 carats rose quartz, .77 carats sapphire, tourmaline and illuminated with 1.18 carats of g...
Diamond, Quartz, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
47.09 Carat Lapis Lazuli Paraiba Sapphire Diamond White Gold Earrings
Located in ประวเซ, TH
A richly detailed pair of white gold earrings featuring two round lapis lazuli cabochons weighing a combined 47.090 carats. The gemstones display an intense royal-blue color with sub...
Diamond, White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tourmalin...
$4,800
Timothy Grannis Necklace
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 2000s, 22k, 18k, and 14k, by Timothy Grannis, Burlington, VT. This one-of-a-kind 14k gold necklace by Timothy Grannis is a timeless expression of the postmodern idiom. Each ...
Sapphire, Tourmaline, Rainbow Moonstone, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
Estate Art Deco tutti frutti Inspired Carved Gemstone and Diamond Necklace set
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
Estate Art Deco tutti Frutti Inspired Carved Gemstone and Diamond Necklace, This 579 carat necklace set is hand set in 136 gm 14k solid yellow Gold with 11.15 carats of diamond, 120 ...
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Tanzanite, Tourmaline,...
Estate Art Deco tutti frutti Inspired 579 carat Carved Gemstone Dia Necklace set
Located in Yorba Linda, CA
Estate Art Deco tutti Frutti Inspired Carved Gemstone and Diamond Necklace, This 579 carat necklace set is hand set in 136 gm 14k solid yellow Gold with 11.15 carats of diamond, 120 ...
Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Tanzanite, Tourmaline,...
Yellow Gold Contemporary Floral Stud Earrings with Natural Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
Plum Blossom cocktail earrings, crafted from 18 karat yellow gold, are adorned with 10 round natural diamonds and green cabochon drops of tourmalines. These gemstones can be removed ...
Crystal, Diamond, Quartz, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Massive Baobab Tree Native Brazilian 92 Carat Gemstones 18 Karat Cocktail Ring
Located in Miami, FL
This exotic cocktail ring features a large cabochon-cut pink quartz. Style: Boho chic Bold Contemporary Floral & Romantic.
Amethyst, Quartz, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, Purple Sapphire, 18k Gold, ...
Natural Gemstones 40.72 carats set in 18K White Gold Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
We’ve combined aquamarines, citrines, iolites, peridots and tourmalines to bring you a vibrant gemstone rainbow. This bracelet features a total of 40.72 carats of claw-set natural ge...
Aquamarine, Citrine, Iolite, Peridot, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
Eighteen Karat Gold Plum Blossom Contemporary Designer Earrings with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
The Plum Blossom cocktail earrings are made of 18 karat white gold and feature green removable cabochon drops of tourmalines, encrusted with 10 round diamonds.
Diamond, White Diamond, Quartz, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, ...
Yellow Gold Contemporary Fashion Ring with Smoky Quartz and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
Other gemstone options include garnet, red or green tourmaline, tender rose morganite, emerald, amethyst, sapphire, and spinel.
Diamond, Quartz, Green Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, ...
DAVID WEBB Black Enameled Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Gold With Rubellite & Diamonds
By David Webb
Located in Miami, FL
Materials: .750 Yellow gold, .950 platinum, black enamel, rubellite-tourmaline and white diamonds. Weight: 46.6 Grams, (29.90 Dwt).
Diamond, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel,...
Custom Made Yellow Gold Flowers Clip-on Earrings by the Artist with Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
The earrings are made of 14 karat yellow gold and encrusted with 6 round diamonds and detachable cabochon tourmaline drops. The earrings are versatile as you can replace the tourmali...
Diamond, White Diamond, Quartz, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold,...
Carved Agate Pendant Sapphire Purple Garnet Pink Sapphire Labradorite 22k 18k
By Jennifer Kalled
Located in Wolfeboro, NH
Exquisite carved agate pendant showcasing a deep purple garnet rose cut gem, shimmering labradorite, and delicate pink rose cut tourmaline. Suspended from an exceptionally rare bi-c...
Agate, Garnet, Labradorite, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, Blue Zircon, 14k ...
$507Sale Price|30% Off
Vintage Natural Ruby Multicolored sapphire sterling silver Drop earrings
Located in Delhi, DL
Stunning Vintage appeal natural ruby multicolored sapphires chandelier earrings consists of : Metal- Silver Metal Purity- sterling silver Gemstone- Ruby, tourmaline(multi-colored),...
Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Chrome Tourmaline, Sterling Silver
Yellow Gold Transformer Stud Earrings with Emeralds and Mint Quartzes
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary transformer drop stud earrings are made of 18 karat yellow gold with detachable natural cabochon emerald drops 0,37x0,27x0,23 inches (9,5x7x6 mm) each, 6 carats in...
Beryl, Emerald, Quartz, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold,...
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Transformer Earrings with Detachable Minty Quartzes
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary transformer drop earrings are crafted from 18 karat yellow gold, featuring detachable natural transparent prasiolite quartzes (drop cut) and prasiolites in octagon...
Quartz, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White...
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Transformer Earrings with Detachable Minty Quartzes
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary transformer drop earrings are crafted from 18 karat yellow gold, featuring detachable natural transparent prasiolite quartzes (drop cut) and natural blue topazes. ...
Quartz, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White...
18 Karat Gold South Sea Tahitian Pearl Rubellite Aquamarine Diamond Earrings
By Joon Han
Located in Delray Beach, FL
One-of-a-kind dangle earrings of South Sea and Tahitian cream and grey keshi pearls, cabochon rubellite tourmalines, fancy cabochon aquamarine drops, and diamonds, handcrafted in 18 ...
Aquamarine, Pearl, Rubelite, Tourmaline, Diamond, White Diamond, South S...
Yellow Gold Transformer Earrings with Natural Sapphires and Detachable Drops
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary transformer drop earrings are crafted from 18 karat yellow gold with detachable natural transparent prasiolite quartzes (drop cut) and natural dark blue sapphires....
Quartz, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White...
Rossella Ugolini Deco Style 18K Yellow Gold 2 Carats Emerald Leafs Cocktail Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Crafted in the heart of Rome, the Rossella Ugolini Art Deco-inspired ring is an exceptional creation handcrafted in 18K gold. This remarkable design boasts two leafs adorned with 2 C...
Agate, Tourmaline, Rock Crystal, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow G...
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Brooch with Amethyst and Sapphire
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary Brooch is made of 18 karat yellow gold with cabochon amethyst, round sapphire and octagon cut prasiolite.
Amethyst, Beryl, Diamond, Garnet, Quartz, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Green Be...
$2,360Sale Price|20% Off
Sunstone, Lapis and Topaz Multi-Gemstone 22 Karat Gold Dangle Earrings
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Three tier, hand forged 22k yellow gold dangle earrings featuring Sunstone (4.3 ct), Lapis Lazuli (7.9 ct), Turquoise Mountain Turquoise (9.6 ct), London Blue Topaz (7.7 ct), Waterme...
Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Topaz, Tourmaline, Turquoise, Turquoise Matrix, Mult...
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Drop Contemporary Brooch with Sapphire and Peridot
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This Contemporary Brooch is made of 18 karat yellow gold with cabochon peridot, round sapphire and octagon cut prasiolite.
Beryl, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Quartz, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Green Ber...
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Stud Earrings with Sapphire and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
The earrings can be customised with a variety of gemstones such as sapphires, indicolites, rose tourmalines, smoky quartzes, blue topazes and purple or lavender amethysts.
Citrine, Diamond, Quartz, Amethyst, Garnet, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, ...
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Transformer Earrings with Detachable Minty Quartzes
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary transformer drop earrings are crafted from 18 karat yellow gold with detachable natural transparent prasiolite quartzes (drop cut) and natural citrines. This is a ...
Quartz, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Citrine, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Go...
Yellow Gold Contemporary Earrings with Emeralds and Detachable Drops
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary transformer drop earrings are crafted from 18 karat yellow gold, featuring detachable natural green tourmalines (18 mm /0.7 inches long or longer, drop cut) and na...
Beryl, Quartz, Topaz, Tourmaline, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Ros...
18 Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Pendant Necklace with Indicolite and Diamond
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary drop pendant necklace is made of 18 karat yellow gold and features a natural vivid Indicolite tourmaline (9.42 carats, 17.5x10.5x6 mm) and a round black diamond. Th...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Tourmaline, Indicolite, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold...
Eighteen Karat Solid Yellow Gold Transformer Earrings with Detachable Quartzes
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary transformer drop earrings are crafted from 18 karat yellow gold, featuring detachable natural transparent prasiolite quartzes (drop cut) and natural amethysts. Thi...
Quartz, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose G...
David Yurman 14k Gold Cable Renaissance Diamond Buckle Bangle Bracelet 59.8g
By David Yurman
Located in Northbrook, IL
Condition: Excellent condition with minimal signs of wear. Cabochon tourmalines in excellent condition! No damage or issues.
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Brooch with Indicolite and Diamond
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
This contemporary drop brooch is made of 18 karat yellow gold and features a natural vivid Indicolite tourmaline (9.42 carats, 17.5x10.5x6 mm) and a round black diamond. The Fig coll...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Tourmaline, Indicolite, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold...
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Contemporary Earrings with Indicolites and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary drop earrings feature 18 karat yellow gold with natural vivid Indicolite tourmalines (17.5x10.5x6 mm each, 18.7 carats in total) and round diamonds. The Fig collec...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Tourmaline, Indicolite, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold...
Eighteen Karat White Gold Contemporary Earrings with Indicolites and Diamonds
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
These contemporary drop earrings are made of 18 karat white gold with natural vivid Indicolite tourmalines (17.5x10.5x6 mm each, 18.7 carats in total) and round diamonds. The Fig col...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Tourmaline, Indicolite, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold...
Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Drop Contemporary Brooch with Beryl and Sapphires
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
The piece can be customised with a variety of gemstones such as sapphires, indicolites, rose tourmalines, smoky quartzes, blue topazes and purple or lavender amethysts.
Beryl, Diamond, Garnet, Quartz, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Green Beryl, 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.
Very few gems dazzle quite in the manner that tourmaline does — vintage and antique tourmaline jewelry is a showstopper, and you can blame this on its wide range of spectacular colors. In fact, when Dutch traders brought stones back home from Sri Lanka that they couldn't identify, they called them "toramalli," a Sinhalese term for "mixed gems."
If you could transform the ocean to a gem, this is what it would look like: a clear, translucent azure, bordering on turquoise, hypnotizing in its depth and sparkling in the sun.
There is, in fact, such a stone, although it comes from deep in the copper-rich mountains of Paraíba, Brazil, and not from the oceans along its coast. Far rarer than diamonds, Paraíba tourmaline, a kind of tourmaline discovered only in the 1980s, is treasured as much for its extraordinary color as its scarcity, both of which contribute to its high value.
While diamonds generally sell for about $6,000 per carat, a carat of Paraíba tourmaline is likely to fetch about $16,000. Fans of the gem are said to include singer Taylor Swift and actress Zooey Deschanel, as well as some of the finest jewelers.
“No other stone can have a color as magnetic and captivating as Paraíba tourmaline,” says Vania Leles of VanLeles Diamonds, who combines the stone with diamonds and other gems in several of her designs.
You don't have to stop at Paraíba tourmaline jewelry — on 1stDibs, find the most extraordinary antique and vintage tourmaline rings, tourmaline and diamond earrings and other accessories.