Steven Battelle 9.0 Carats Pink Tourmaline Rainbow Moonstone 18K Gold Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two bright 10 mm trillium pink tourmaline cabochons are set in 18K gold bezels below 5 x 7 mm teardrop shaped blue shimmering rainbow moonstones, all joined by 2 "jawan" granulation.
Tourmaline, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold
Steven Battelle 34.2 Carats Green Tourmaline Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A brilliant Brazilian 16 x 19 mm cushion shaped green tourmaline cabochon is held lovingly in a carved double side prongs with spirals setting, atop a comfortable hammered matte-fini...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Steven Battelle 36.1 Carats Pink Tourmaline Sterling Silver 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A large 18 x 21 mm oval pink tourmaline cabochon is held horizontally by a flowing carved 18K ornamented bezel atop a simple wide tapered sterling shank in this ultimately impressive...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Platinum 0.60ct Diamond and Tourmaline Ring MF14-013026
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
This luxury ring is unlike anything youve seen before. A trio of red Tourmaline cabochons with a total weight of 5.50 carats add color and texture to the dynamic design.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Platinum
Modernist Hand Made 18K Gold & Gem-Set Figural Cicada / Insect Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Ring Size: ca. 5.75 Gemstone Measurements: 1 tourmaline cabochon: ca. 8mm x 6.25 mm 1 tourmaline cabochon: ca. 5mm x 3.25 mm 1 topaz cabochon: ca. 2.5mm diameter Measurements: Heig...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Steven Battelle 26.7 Carats Pink Tourmaline 18K Gold Bezel Silver Bracelet
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Nine variable shaped approximately 7 x 10 to 9 x 12 mm Mozambique pink tourmaline cabochons are set in 18K gold bezels with surrounding 18K gold wire accents atop sterling silver bas...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Silver
Baroque Pearl and green Tourmaline pendant-charm
By Pamela Farland
Located in New York, NY
A lovely pendant featuring a luminous green tourmaline cabochon paired with a striking baroque pearl, both set in rich 22 karat gold.
Pearl, Tourmaline, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Italian Mid-Century Aquamarine and Green Tourmaline Floral Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
Three vivid green tourmaline cabochons totaling approximately 18 carats provide striking contrast, their saturated color evoking fresh foliage and enhancing the naturalistic floral c...
Aquamarine, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
Pomellato Griffe 18k Yellow Gold Pink Tourmaline and Diamond Ring
By Pomellato
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
POMELLATO GRIFFE 18KT YELLOW GOLD PINK TOURMALINE AND DIAMOND RING DESIGNER: Pomellato RING SIZE: 6 1/2 BAND WIDTH: 6 mm METAL: 18KT Yellow Gold GENDER: Ladies FEATURES: A pink Tourm...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rossella Ugolini Platinum Rock Crystal Pink Tourmaline Lapis Lazuli Unisex Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Platinum Rock Crystal Cabochon Cut Pink Tourmaline Lapis Lazuli 18 Karat Yellow Gold Unisex Design Ring Any size available in two weeks on order.
Crystal, Lapis Lazuli, Rock Crystal, Tourmaline, Platinum, 18k Gold, Yel...
Tourmaline Pendant in 22 Karat gold
By Pamela Farland
Located in New York, NY
Medieval/Celtic style pendant with a dark peach Tourmaline cabochon with lively inclusions bringing the stone to life.
Tourmaline, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Steven Battelle 12.4 Carats Pink Tourmaline 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A very clear and lively high-grade Brazilian 12 x 17 mm pear shaped pink tourmaline cabochon is held in an ancient-inspired "3 point with jawan" artisan crafted bezel design with add...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
18 Karat Yellow&White Gold Rock Crystal Pink Tourmaline Lapis Lazuli Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
18 Karat Yellow&White Gold Rock Crystal Pink Cabochon Tourmaline Lapis Lazuli Design Ring Available in all yellow gold and any size in two weeks by order.
Crystal, Lapis Lazuli, Rock Crystal, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold, Y...
Art Nouveau Tourmaline Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Ginkgo Leaf Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an oval shaped green tourmaline cabochon measuring approximately 13.0 x 9.0 mm Transparent deep green in color and bezel set with a navette shaped surround Pierced to depic...
White Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,280Sale Price|20% Off
18.4ct Red Tourmaline & Iolite Double Halo Statement Ring in 18K Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
Specifications Center Stone: 18.4cts Pear-Cut Red Tourmaline (Cabochon) Accent Stones: 3.25cts Round-Cut Iolite & 2.05cts Brilliant Diamonds Metal: 18KT Yellow Gold & Oxidize...
Diamond, Iolite, Tourmaline, Gold, Silver, 18k Gold
18 Karat Yellow&White Gold Rock Crystal Pink Tourmaline Lapis Lazuli Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection 18 Karat Yellow&White Gold Rock Crystal Pink Cabochon Tourmaline Lapis Lazuli Design Ring Available in yellow gold and any size in two weeks on ord...
Crystal, Lapis Lazuli, Rock Crystal, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
18 Karat Rose Gold Bicolor Tourmaline Aquamarine Spinel Diamond Drop Earrings
By Joon Han
Located in Delray Beach, FL
One-of-a-kind rose-cut bicolor tourmaline, cabochon aquamarine, spinel and diamond drop dangle earrings, handcrafted in 18 karat rose gold. 2 3/4 inches or 70 mm length.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Spinel, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, ...
Dubini Theodora Sapphire And Rubellite Tourmaline 18K Yellow Gold Ring
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
This DUBINI ring from the 'Theodora' collection features sapphire and rubellite tourmaline cabochons set in 18K yellow gold. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………...
Rubelite, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Denise Roberge Large and Impressive Gold and Gem set Brooch
By Denise Roberge
Located in Chicago, IL
All hand fabricated, bright polished and light brushed finish, set with Pink and Green Tourmaline Cabochons and a Sugar Loaf Tanzanite.
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Tanzanite, Green Tourmaline and Diamond Bracelet in Platinum by LEYSER
By Thomas Leyser
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Details: • Four tanzanite cabochons: 68.52 carats total • Three green tourmaline cabochons: 55.64 carats total • 62 round diamonds, D colour, VS clarity • Diamond setting: pavé • Met...
Diamond, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, Platinum
Vinatge Buccellati Rubellite & Iolite 18K Gold Clip On Earrings
By Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
Designed in 18K yellow and white gold, each piece features a vivid rubellite tourmaline cabochon paired with a luminous pear-shaped iolite.
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Heritage Garnet Ring in 18k Gold, Tourmaline and Diamonds by MARIANNE CANARELLI
Located in Geneve, CH
Materials: 18k Yellow Gold with textured finish, Cushion-cut Garnet, Pink Tourmaline cabochons, and bead-set brilliant-cut diamonds.
Diamond, Garnet, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Steven Battelle 10.0 Carats Pink Tourmaline Diamonds 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A bright 10 by 14 mm cushion shaped pink tourmaline cabochon rests within a "four point" handmade 18K gold bezel with "large/small jawan" triple granulation ornamentation at the card...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
10.26 Carat Paraíba Tourmaline and Diamond Earrings in Platinum by LEYSER
By Thomas Leyser
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
Six Paraíba tourmaline cabochons bring luminous blue-green colour to these platinum earrings by Thomas Leyser.
Diamond, Tourmaline, Paraiba, Platinum
18Kt White Gold Pendant Necklace with 7.72 Ct. Pink Tourmaline, 5 Carat Diamonds
Located in Antwerp, BE
Very luxurious 18Kt White Gold Pendant Necklace With 7.72 Carat Pink rubellite Tourmaline, 5 Carat Diamonds Diamonds: Brilliant cut diamonds, together ca. 5 Ct Tourmaline: Pink Ru...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
$818Sale Price|20% Off
14 kt Yellow Gold Multicolor Tourmaline Ring
Located in София, BG
A delicate yet artful creation, this 14 kt Yellow Gold ring showcases four luminous multi-color tourmaline cabochons, arranged in a soft clover-like formation that draws the eye from...
Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ammolite, Chrome Tourmaline, and Pink Sapphire Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Suspended below the Ammolite (30mm drop height) is a luminous green Chrome Tourmaline cabochon paired with a delicate Pink Sapphire accent.
Pink Sapphire, Other, Chrome Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Red Tourmaline Rubellite 30.65 Carats and Diamonds Paradizia Ring R157
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description An exceptionally gorgeous, deep red tourmaline cabochon, ablaze with brilliance, is encircled by a double-step diamond setting and supported by an open basket adorned wit...
14k Gold, White Gold
18kt Gold Tourmaline Bracelet with 49.62ct Cabochons & Diamonds, Italy, 31 Grams
Located in Viena, Viena
from the exclusive edition valenza, handmade in an italian tradition goldsmith company , fine tourmaline cabochons approx. 49.62 ct, the transparancy and luminosity is amazing, fullc...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
$305Sale Price|20% Off
Contemporary Ring in Purple Enamel on Silver with Amethyst and Tourmalines
By Cristina Cipolli Jewellery
Located in London, Richmond
SIZE O UK IN STOCK Metal: sterling silver Finish: polished Enamel: lilac and deep violet Thickness: widest section is 10mm, thinnest section 5.7mm Gemstones: lilac and violet tourmal...
Tourmaline, Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Yellow Gold Choker Necklace with Green Tourmaline and Rhodolite Garnet
Located in Vannes, FR
The pendant showcases a lush green tourmaline cabochon, weighing an impressive 17.80 carats, whose soft, domed cut enhances the natural depth and character of the stone.
Garnet, Tourmaline, Rhodolite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Steven Battelle 34.4 Carat Green Tourmaline Sterling Silver 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An elegant long oval 17 x 27 mm deep green Brazilian tourmaline cabochon is held by an ancient-inspired 18K gold "4 point" signature Steven Battelle bezel with 2 line textured accent...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
18 K Yellow Gold Statement Ring Green Torumaline Cabochon by De Vroomen
By De Vroomen
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Stunning 18 K yellow Gold Ring featuring a huge bezel set fascintaing green Tourmaline Cabochon. Started in 1967 in London by Leo and Ginnie de Vroomen the company is known for bold ...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,650Sale Price|40% Off
Neon Bluish Green Natural Tourmaline Sugarloaf Cabochon Loose Gemstone 35.60 Ct
Located in Peshawar, PK
Vivid Neon Bluish Green Natural Tourmaline Sugarloaf Cabochon Loose Gemstone from Kunar, Afghanistan!!
Tourmaline
Teal Blue Tourmaline Sugarloaf Cabochon Gem Reminiscent of Fine Paraiba Color
Located in Peshawar, PK
Description: This beautiful Teal Blue Tourmaline Sugarloaf Cabochon displays a refreshing blend of vibrant teal blue, aqua blue, and soft blue-green hues, reminiscent of the crysta...
Tourmaline
14K Yellow Gold Amethyst & Green Tourmaline Three-Stone Ring, Size 6.5
Located in Morris Plains, NJ
Flanking it on each side, a pair of green tourmaline cabochons — smooth, domed, and deeply verdant — provide a contrast so alive and confident it feels almost painterly.
Amethyst, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Amethyst Bead with Pink Tourmaline Pendant
By Bulgari
Located in Weston, MA
The 31 beautifully colored amethyst beads are separated with 18k gold spacers and culminate with a sculptural crescent-arc pendant featuring a bezel-set pink tourmaline cabochon. On ...
Amethyst, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
David Morris 18 K Yellow Gold Green Tourmaline, Diamond, Sapphire Drop Earrings
By David Morris
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Each earring showcases a luminous cascade of richly hued green tourmaline cabochons, the largest at the base weighing over 20 carats each, complemented by sparkling brilliant-cut dia...
Diamond, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold
Watermelon Slice and Pink Tourmaline Drop Earrings in Yellow Gold, 39.55 Carats
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Earrings are approximately 2 inches in length Pink tourmaline cabochons measure 25 x 11mm, 39.55 carat total Four watermelon tourmaline slices, 9.34 carat total
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Buccellati Vintage 18k Gold Necklace Earrings Set Diamond Tourmaline
By Buccellati
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The earrings are 1-3/4 inches long and almost 1/2 inch wide. The green tourmaline cabochons measure 5/8 x almost 1/2 inch.
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Heritage Blue Sapphire Ring in Gold, Tourmaline & Diamonds by MARIANNE CANARELLI
Located in Geneve, CH
Materials: 18k Yellow Gold, Cushion-cut Blue Sapphire, Pink Tourmaline cabochons, Brilliant-cut Diamonds. The Heritage Blue Sapphire Ring is a striking piece showcasing a bezel-set ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
$288Sale Price|20% Off
Contemporary Ring in Pink Enamel on Sterling Silver with Agate and Tourmalines
By Cristina Cipolli Jewellery
Located in London, Richmond
SIZE UKK 1/2 IN STOCK Metal: sterling silver Finish: polished Enamel: two different shades of pink Ring thickness: widest section is 10mm, thinnest section 5.7mm Gemstones: pink tour...
Tourmaline, Agate, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Verdura "Candy Ring" Amethyst and Green Tourmaline 18K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Verdura
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Four oval green tourmaline cabochons accent the corners, creating a vivid contrast against the purple center stone and warm gold setting.
Amethyst, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Perle de Pluie Green Tourmaline Ring in 18k Yellow Gold by MARIANNE CANARELLI
Located in Geneve, CH
Materials: 18k Yellow Gold, 2.77 ct Cushion-cut Green Tourmaline, Cabochons of Pink Tourmalines. The Perle de Pluie Ring is a handmade masterpiece featuring a 2.77 ct central cushio...
Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unisex Gold Lapislazuli 18 Karat Art Deco Style Handcrafted Modern Design Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Details: Art Deco Style Rossella Ugolini 18 Karat Hammered Yellow&White Gold Lapis Lazuli Pink Tourmaline Cabochon Handcrafted Modern Design Ring
Lapis Lazuli, Rock Crystal, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Whi...
Bee 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tourmaline 0.71 White Diamond Hexagon Pendent Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Details: 18 Karats Yellow Gold 0.71 Karats White diamonds 0.05 Karats black diamonds Tourmaline Cabochon Dangle Earrings
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...
$2,800Sale Price|20% Off
David Yurman 14K Gold Sugarloaf Amethyst & Green Tourmaline Ring
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
YURMAN RING FEATURES THE MOST GORGEOUS SUGARLOAF SIBERIAN AMETHYST CABOCHON IN THE CENTER. ON EITHER SIDE OF THE RING ARE FABULOUS OVAL GREEN TOURMALINE CABOCHON GEMS.
Amethyst, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Gold Appx 1.35 Carat Natural Pink Tourmaline & Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
It features a vibrant pink tourmaline cabochon measuring approx. 10 x 8 x 6 mm, accented by two natural diamonds totaling approximately 0.07 carats.
Tourmaline, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Electric Pink Spinel and Tourmaline Clip-On Earrings in 18K Gold 9 Grams, Italy
Located in Viena, Viena
happy pinkness very special shades of pink combined, here the rare electric pink spinels total 0.54 ct combined with very clear top quality pink tourmaline cabochons total approx. 7....
Moonstone, Spinel, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
$36,160Sale Price|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Retro Green Tourmaline Link Necklace, Italy, 1990s
Located in Palm Desert, CA
At each end, four 5.5mm round dark green tourmaline cabochons are bezel-set into the end caps, adding rich color and refined contrast.
Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gianni Lazzaro Rose Quartz Sapphire Tourmaline Diamonds Citrine Gold Earrings
Located in Genève, GE
Earrings Pink Gold 18 K Gianni Lazzaro Diamonds brown 4-0,08 ct GSI Rosa Sapphire 2-0,86ct Rosa Quartz 2-18,75 Tourmaline Cabochon 2-9,26ct Weight 12,30 gram With a heritage of ...
Citrine, Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Quartz, Tourmaline, Gold, 1...
MAZ 14K Gold Carved Conch Shell Pink Tourmaline Earrings
By Maz
Located in Miami, FL
At the center of each shell sits a radiating gold starburst motif set with a vivid pink tourmaline cabochon, adding a striking pop of color against the creamy nacreous shell.
Tourmaline, 14k Gold
Set in 18K white Gold, Tourmaline & Emerald Cabochon & Diamond Stud Earring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The weight of the Tourmaline Cabochon is 14.11 carats. The weight of the Emeralds is 17.58 carats.
Diamond, Emerald, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K White Gold Cat’s Eye Tourmaline Diamond Cocktail Ring, Size 10
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This elegant 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring showcases a stunning blue-green Cat’s Eye Tourmaline cabochon, measuring approximately 11.5mm x 8.5mm.
Tourmaline, Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Hammered Yellow Gold Knot Clip Earrings with Cabochon Rubellite Centers
Located in Greenwich, CT
Each earring is set with an oval rubellite tourmaline cabochon, a rich purplish-red rubellite with good translucency and polish, secured in a heavy polished gold bezel that sits prou...
Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Long green blue tourmaline tanzanite drop earrings 18k 750 white gold cabochon
By Maximilian Hemmerle
Located in München, DE
At the heart of the design are two exceptional bi color tourmaline cabochons with a vivid green blue color shift, totaling 61.23 carats.
Tanzanite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold
Dubini Theodora Aquamarine and Rubellite Tourmaline 18K Yellow Gold Ring
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
This DUBINI ring from the 'Theodora' collection features an aquamarine drop with rubellite tourmaline cabochons set in 18K yellow gold. Ring size available: 52 (US 6) The ring may...
Aquamarine, Rubelite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid Century 13.0 Ct Green Tourmaline 1.0 Ct Diamond 18 KT Earrings
Located in Napoli, IT
These beautiful mid-century earrings are 1950 circa, hand crafted of solid 18 KT white gold Charming classy design exalting the oval shape gem set consisting of two natural Green Tou...
Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Set in 18K Gold, Tourmaline & Blue Sapphire Cabochon & Diamond Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The weight of the Tourmaline cabochon is 10.18 carats. The weight of the Blue Sapphire is 7.22 carats.
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
$10,062Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K Yellow Gold 34.69ct Natural Tourmaline & Ruby Necklace, Anniversary Gift Set
By Jewel Palate
Located in Deira, AE
A beaded 18K yellow gold chain is scattered with small ruby and multi-colored tourmaline accent beads, leading to a two-tier pendant of green and pink tourmaline cabochons, each fram...
Diamond, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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.