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14 Karat Gold Turquoise and Lapis Victorian Revival Brooch
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
. Oval lapis stones are approx. 1/4 inches x 1/8 inches max width Round turquoise ones are approx
Category

Mid-20th Century European Victorian Brooches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold

Genuine Turquoise and Lapis Bracelet in 14K Yellow Gold
Located in GOES, NL
gemstones around your wrist! This beauty is made of 7-8mm polished gemstones such as; • Arizona Turquoise
Category

2010s European Modern Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Turquoise, 14k Gold

Estate Genuine Sleeping Beauty Turquoise and Lapis Lazuli Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
necklace includes: • deep royal blue Lapis graduating up to 12.9 mm • sky blue Sleeping Beauty Turquoises
Category

2010s Afghan Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Bulgari 1950s Gold, Turquoise, and Lapis Bracelet; Matching Necklace Available
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
A Mid-Century gold, lapis, and turquoise bracelet comprised of rows of rope twist gold wirework
Category

Vintage 1950s French Modern Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold

Estate Genuine Sleeping Beauty Turquoise and Lapis Lazuli Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in GOES, NL
necklace includes: • deep royal blue Lapis graduating up to 12.9 mm • sky blue Sleeping Beauty Turquoises
Category

2010s Afghan Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Classic Round-cab Turquoise and Lapis with Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in New York, NY
. This Pendant is made up of Round-Cab Turquoise (1 pcs) 0.87 carat, Free Size Lapis (1pc) 19.54 carat
Category

20th Century Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Piero Dorazio Vintage Brooch in Gold, Turquoise and Lapis Lazuli - Artcurial Edi
Located in PARIS, FR
elements, one octagonal, the second hexagonal set with a turquoise cabochon in closed setting and the last
Category

Mid-20th Century Brooches

Lapis Lazuli & Turquoise Flower Pendant Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Lapis Lazuli & Turquoise Flower Pendant Brooch A brooch featuring one large cabochon center lapis
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli, and Diamond Necklace in Yellow Gold and Platinum
Located in Coral Gables, FL
and G/H color totaling 0.23 carats accented by rectangular turquoise and lapis lazuli inlay. 16 inch
Category

Late 20th Century Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Illario Vintage Diamond, Turquoise & Lapis Lazuli Link Bracelet Circa 1970
By Illario
Located in London, GB
Maker: Illario Summary: Vintage Diamond, Turquoise & Lapis Lazuli Link Bracelet Description: A
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Beaded Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Necklace Shells Jet Coral Turquoise Lapis
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Asymmetrical necklace Shells Jet Coral Turquoise and Lapis , you can ware it in 2 different way
Category

2010s Italian Artisan More Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise

18K Yellow Gold Turquoise Ball and Lapis Rondelle Necklace
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
The enchantment of turquoise amplifies against lapis lazuli in this necklace. Turquoise rondelles
Category

2010s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Coral, Turquoise, Lapis, Pearls, 18 Kt Yellow Gold and Silver Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful necklace mounted with pearls, spheres of coral, turquoise and lapis alternated with
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Aesthetic Movement Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Marina J. 14k Yellow Gold, Turquoise & Lapis Lazuli Necklace
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Turquoise and Lapis Lazuli stones all adorned by solid 14k Yellow Gold beads throughout. Measuring 17.25
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

LB offers Tibetan inlaid pendant Venetian glass Resin Crystal Turquoise necklace
By Lorraines' Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
pendant has inlays of of Turquoise and Lapis Lazuli along with ‘Amber’ resin and features hand wrought
Category

Late 20th Century Tibetan Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Crystal, Brass

Diamonds, Aquamarine, Turquoise, Lapiz, Rose and White Gold Clip-on Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
g of 2 glossy pearls and 4 very little pearls, and finally 0.44 g of 2 turquoise flowers and 2 lapis
Category

Vintage 1980s Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Rose Gold...

Alfred Philippe for Trifari Deco Clip Set
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
feeling, the molded glass clip is set with buff cut cabochons in faux turquoise and lapis mixed with paste
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco More Jewelry

Materials

Base Metal

Yves Saint Laurent Berber Style Cuff Bracelet
By Maison Goossens for Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
oval faux turquoise and lapis pate de verre cabochons and faux pearls. Bronze granulated bead applied
Category

Vintage 1970s French Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Bronze, Copper

Rare Diane Love for Trifari Russian Icon Necklace
By Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Traveling Icon, reimagined into a necklace with enamel and cabochon paste stones to mimic turquoise and
Category

Vintage 1970s American Artisan Drop Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Swiss Modern Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
: .40 carat G color, VS clarity diamond with turquoise and lapis HALLMARKS: 750 for 18k, maker's mark
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tibetan Rock Crystal Covered Bowl with Gilt Silver Filigree Mounts, Modern
Located in Austin, TX
coral, turquoise, and lapis lazuli. The extravagant bowl has been carved out of a single piece of rock
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Tibetan Tibetan Decorative Bowls

Materials

Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Multi-gemstone, Rock Crystal, Silver

Lapis, Turquoise, and Diamond Floral Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Mid-Century Lapis, Turquoise, and Diamond Floral Brooch Description: This vibrant mid-century
Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

Lapis Lazuli and Turquoise Diamond Bracelet
Located in Geneva, CH
Bracelet in 18kt white gold set with 290 diamonds 2.47 cts, 5 lapis lazuli 9.54 cts and 5
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Lapis Lazuli and Turquoise Diamond Bangle
Located in Geneva, CH
Bangle in 18kt white gold set with 302 diamonds 1.49 cts, 7 lapis lazuli 8.00 cts and 6 turquoises
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

White Enamel Diamond 18 Karat Gold Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
diamonds. Available in turquoise and lapis color. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to larger or
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Enamel Diamond 18 Karat Gold Bow Ring
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
carats of diamonds. Available in turquoise and lapis color. The ring is a size 7 and may be resized to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Original Early 19th Century Mongolian Chest with Painted Foo Dogs
Located in Somis, CA
stabilized to preserve its legacy. The use of mineral pigments such as turquoise and lapis, set against a
Category

Antique Early 19th Century Mongolian Furniture

Materials

Wood

Original Early 19th Century Mongolian Chest with Painted Foo Dogs
Original Early 19th Century Mongolian Chest with Painted Foo Dogs
$1,440 Sale Price
50% Off
H 33 in W 58 in D 23 in
A.Jeschel Lapis and Turquoise dramatic tribal necklace
By A.Jeschel One-of-a-kind
Located in Miami, FL
Rough-Cut Lapis Lazuli: Sourced from Afghanistan, these unpolished stones offer raw and natural beauty
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Coral Turquoise Lapis Lazuli Collar Choker
Located in Lake Worth, FL
Antique hand crafted Tibetan Ceremonial Silver Collar decorated with natural raw turquoise, natural
Category

Vintage 1920s Tibetan Anglo-Indian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Silver

18K Yellow Gold Lapis and Turquoise Rondelle Bead Necklace
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
Vivid blues of lapis and turquoise create this complementary necklace. Dark thread collects each
Category

2010s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Eygptian Revival Lapis and Turquoise Cocktail Ring
Located in Riverdale, NY
Wonderful, large Art Deco Lapis and Turquoise Cocktail Ring from the late 1930's. A large toggle
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Vintage Lapis Lazuli, 0.70 Carat Turquoise and 0.18 Carat Diamond Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive Italian 1950s 0.80ct lapis lazuli, 0.70ct turquoise and 0.18ct
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

Vintage Lapis Lazuli, 0.70 Carat Turquoise and 0.18 Carat Diamond Brooch
Vintage Lapis Lazuli, 0.70 Carat Turquoise and 0.18 Carat Diamond Brooch
$4,050
H 0.59 in W 1.4 in D 0.59 in Dm 1.4 in L 1.02 in
Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis Lazuli & Turquoise Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef Lapis Lazuli & Turquoise Brooch Carved lapis lazuli and turquoise set with diamonds
Category

Vintage 1980s French Brooches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Lapis and Turquoise Studded Enamel Earrings in 14 Karat Gold
Located in JAIPUR, IN
) Cabochon Pear Lapis Lazuli, Surrounded with special cut Turquoise 1.60 Cts accented with Diamonds, weighing
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Lapis and Turquoise Studded Enamel Earrings in 14 Karat Gold
Lapis and Turquoise Studded Enamel Earrings in 14 Karat Gold
$2,079 Sale Price / item
20% Off
W 0.8 in L 1.1 in
David Webb Turquoise Lapis Lazuli Diamond Necklace
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
David Webb Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli, Diamond And White Enamel Collar Necklace In 18k Yellow Gold And
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Massive Handmade Silver Lapis Turquoise Cluster Ring
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
. The piece features a floral design with inlaid lapis and turquoise stones, highlighting the skilled
Category

Mid-20th Century Asian Anglo-Indian Cluster Rings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Silver

Lapis and Turquoise Studded Enamel Ring in 14 Karat Gold
Located in JAIPUR, IN
Pear Lapis Lazuli, Surrounded with special cut Turquoise 0.86 Cts accented with Diamonds, weighing
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage 18KT Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, and Diamond Floral Earrings
Located in New York, NY
floral-inspired earrings showcase a dynamic pairing of lapis lazuli and turquoise cabochons nestled among
Category

Late 20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Southwestern Lapis Turquoise Dangle Bead Earrings
Located in Webster, SD
These gorgeous native american earrings are comprised of sterling silver, bright blue lapis lazuli
Category

Late 20th Century American Native American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Charoite, Sterling Silver

Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis Lazuli & Turquoise Torsade Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels Lapis Lazuli & Turquoise Torsade Bracelet An 18 karat gold beaded bracelet
Category

Vintage 1980s French Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bangle Bone Turquoise Lapis Lazuli Gold
By Giulia Colussi
Located in Milan, IT
Natural Horn bangle with in the central part turquoise and blu lapis lazuli 18k Gold gr.6,70. 7cm
Category

2010s Italian Artist Bangles

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Yellow Gold Turquoise Lapis Lazuli Jade Ring
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli, and green Jade ring. The ring has ridges on about
Category

1990s Unknown Retro Band Rings

Materials

Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Turquoise Lapis Necklace -by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
Celebrate vibrant elegance with the Turquoise Lapis Necklace, a bold combination of smooth
Category

2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Vermeil

Mozafarian Emerald, Lapis Lazuli and Turquoise Gold Khamsa Hand Amulet Pendant
Located in London, England
, the hand of protection. This symbolic piece features 0.17 ct emeralds, lapis lazuli, and Arizona
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

London blue topaz, turquoise, lapis lazuli, azuremalachite and gilt metal neckla
Located in New Orleans, LA
the lapis lazuli beads and beautifully colored turquoise round beads flanking the azuremalachite beads
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Topaz, Turquoise, Blue Topaz, Vermeil, Gilt Metal

8.35 Carat Lapis Lazuli Turquoise and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Roshe Jewels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
8.35 Carat Lapis Lazuli Turquoise and Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring A beauty to say the least
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

3-Tier Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise and Boulder Opal Gold Dangle Earrings
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Contemporary and bohemian 3-tier 22k yellow gold dangle earrings featuring Lapis Lazuli, Australian
Category

2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Opal, Turquoise, Multi-gemstone, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Richard Chavez Lapis Coral Turquoise and Yellow Gold Ring 1997
By Richard Chavez
Located in New York, NY
A lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and 14 karat yellow gold ring, by Richard Chavez, 1997. Signed
Category

1990s American Native American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lapis, Coral, Turquoise and Brass Hand Wrought Bracelet One of a Kind
Located in North Miami, FL
strands with a center medallion of lapis surrounded with citrine, turquoise, coral and copper wrapped wth
Category

1990s American Modern Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Amber, Citrine, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Brass, Copper

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli And Turquoise Clip On Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
halo of round-cut diamonds, creating a dazzling contrast against the rich lapis and vibrant turquoise
Category

20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Lapis Persian Turquoise 14 Karat Gold Dangle Drop Earrings
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
Persian turquoise and two prong set lapis beads /cabs set on an openwork gold base . Front of earrings
Category

Mid-20th Century European Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold

Angelskin Coral Turquoise Lapis and Diamond Gold Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Angelskin Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise and Diamond Cocktail
Category

Mid-20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Southwestern Vintage 14K Turquoise Lapis Coral Inlay Earrings
Located in Webster, SD
turquoise, coral and lapis lazuli. Measurements: 5/16 of an inch at their widest, 1 1/4 inches long. Weight
Category

Late 20th Century North American Native American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Mid Century Modern Lapis Lazuli and Turquoise Gold Vintage Helios Brooch Pin
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Lapis Lazuli and Turquoise Gold Helios Brooch Pin. Hand crafted in 18K
Category

Late 20th Century Modernist Brooches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

71.08GR Gold Hand Carved Beetle Design with Lapis and Turquoise Very Rare
Located in New York, NY
71.08 GR 18KT GOLD HAND CARVED BEETLE DESIGN WITH LAPIS AND TURQUOISE VERY RARE! Appraisal Value
Category

Late 20th Century Egyptian Revival Bangles

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Vintage Eagle Necklace in 18K Gold, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, and Turquoise Mosaics
Located in London, GB
Native rural symbolic eagle necklace,set in 18 ct yellow gold, turquoise, lapis lazuli and a
Category

Vintage 1970s Egyptian Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Classic Mid-20th Century Torsade Choker with Lapis, Turquoise and Gold Beads
Located in Palm Beach, FL
materials used to fabricate it. Two 4.5mm, bright, natural turquoise strands are grouped with four 4mm, rich
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold

Marina J. Lapis Lazuli and Turquoise Dangle Stud Earrings with 14k Yellow Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
lapis lazuli bead, and attached to it is a turquoise bead and long lapis lazuli bead. The wiring and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Yellow Gold

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Turquoise And Lapis For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of turquoise and lapis available on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 95 vintage editions and 69 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 18th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of turquoise and lapis to choose from, but Contemporary and Native American turquoise and lapis are of considerable interest. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Marina J., Vicki Orr and Asch Grossbardt produced popular versions that are worth a look. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of Turquoise versions from the 125 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for round cut turquoise and lapis and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cabochon and mixed cut alternatives. If you’re browsing the variety of turquoise and lapis for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

How Much are Turquoise And Lapis?

On average, turquoise and lapis at 1stDibs sell for $2,433, while they’re typically $210 on the low end and $68,500 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.