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Vacheron Constantin ladies cocktail watch, 18K yellow gold, 6 x diamonds, 1960

$11,717

Vacheron Constantin ladies cocktail watch, 18K yellow gold, 6 x diamonds, 1960

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Canterbury, England

Our vintage, rare and very attractive manually wound Vacheron Constantin ladies cocktail watch features a 17mm 18ct yellow gold case (exc crown) with integrated 18ct yellow gold brac...

$6,960

1957 Vacheron & Constantin 18K Gold Manual Wind Art Deco Watch

Located in Palm Desert, CA

This vintage 1957 Vacheron & Constantin men’s manual wind watch is crafted in 18K yellow gold and remains in excellent condition.

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Vintage 1950s Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches

Van Cleef & Arpels x Vacheron Constantin Diamond Vintage Diamond Watch

$96,000

Van Cleef & Arpels x Vacheron Constantin Diamond Vintage Diamond Watch

By Van Cleef & Arpels

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

Crafted from 18k gold and adorned with 21.7 carats of exquisite round-cut diamonds, this vintage timepiece features a manual mechanical movement, specifically the Vacheron Constantin...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vacheron & Constantin Geneve 18K Gold Watch

$7,500

Vacheron & Constantin Geneve 18K Gold Watch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in New York, NY

Experience timeless elegance and sophistication with this exquisite vintage timepiece, meticulously designed for the discerning individual. Crafted with a classic gold rectangular c...

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Vacheron Constantin 18k Gold All Diamond Malta Watch

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Dm 0.79 in

Vacheron Constantin 18k Gold All Diamond Malta Watch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Pikesville, MD

An 18k yellow gold Vacheron Constantin Malta watch with diamond bezel and diamond bracelet.

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1990s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vacheron Constantin Ispahan 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Watch

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Vacheron Constantin Ispahan 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Watch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Vacheron Constantin Ispahan 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Watch Brand: Vacheron Model: Constantin Ispahan Dial: White Dial Case: 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet: 18k yellow gold bracelet Mo...

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Late 20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold

Vacheron Constantin Men's 18k Gold Mechanical Watch with Original Mesh Band

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Dm 1.3 in

Vacheron Constantin Men's 18k Gold Mechanical Watch with Original Mesh Band

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Sherman Oaks, CA

Vacheron Constantin Men's 18k Gold Mechanical Watch w/ Original Mesh Band Reference #464429 18k Yellow Gold Round Case 33 mm in Diameter Lug-to-Lug Width = 18 mm Thickness = 6 mm C...

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Vacheron Constantin Cioccolatone 6440 Q 18k Yellow Gold Automatic Watch

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W 1.38 in L 1.7 in

Vacheron Constantin Cioccolatone 6440 Q 18k Yellow Gold Automatic Watch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Surfside, FL

Circa 1967. Fine Pre-owned Vacheron Constantin Watch. Certified preowned Vintage Vacheron Constantin 6440 Q watch is made out of yellow gold on a 18k bracelet with a 18k Deploy buckle.

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Vintage 1960s Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

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Vacheron Constantin - Vintage Hooded Lugs Dress Watch - Ref: 6665 - Men

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Yeşilköy, TR

*Collection Item * Brand:Vacheron Constantin Model:Vintage Hooded Lugs Dress Watch Reference Number:Ref: 6665 Gender:Men Period:1960-1969 Movement:Manual winding Case material:Yellow...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

VACHERON & CONSTANTIN Mid Century Gold Wristwatch

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Dm 1.38 in

VACHERON & CONSTANTIN Mid Century Gold Wristwatch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Southampton, NY

A 1940’s classic, this Vacheron & Constantin wristwatch of chic 18K yellow gold has a 35mm face with sleek gold baton hands and Roman numerals, a sweep second hand dial and teardrop ...

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Vintage 1940s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Bulgari Vacheron Constantin Yellow Gold Diamond Tubogas Serpenti Wristwatch

By Bulgari

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A highly unique and signature Bulgari design, this original 1960's Tubogas is a classic as it gets! Featuring a coiled gold flexible bangle bracelet with diamond set case. Vacheron C...

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Vintage 1960s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Vacheron & Constantin 18 Karat White Gold Ref. 6456, circa 1950s

Unavailable

W 1.34 in

Vacheron & Constantin 18 Karat White Gold Ref. 6456, circa 1950s

By IWC

Located in West Hollywood, CA

Beautiful condition example 18K white gold Vacheron & Constantin circa 1950’s.

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

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Vacheron & Constantin 18K Yellow Gold Quartz Watch 27536

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Brand= Vacheron & Constantin Ref# 27536 Serial# PB-603XXX Weight= 67.5 Grams Dial= Diamond Movement= Quartz Case= 18K Yellow Gold Glass= Sapphire Glass .Clasp= Flip Clasp Item# 1115...

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1990s Wrist Watches

Materials

Quartz, Yellow Gold

Vacheron Constantin Vintage Large 18k Gold cased Pocket Watch 1890s

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Dm 2.09 in

Vacheron Constantin Vintage Large 18k Gold cased Pocket Watch 1890s

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1890s Vacheron & Constantin Pocket Watch, 53 M.M 18K yellow Gold 3 piece case with Hinged Bezel, Gold inside Dust cover and a Glass Exhibition cover over the movement, Matching...

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Antique 1890s Swiss Pocket Watches

Materials

18k Gold

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vacheron Constantin 18K Rose Gold Vintage Men's Watch

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Vacheron Constantin 18K Rose Gold Vintage Men's Watch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Dallas, TX

Vacheron Constantin 18K Rose Gold Vintage Men's Watch - Automatic winding. 18K Rose gold ( 34 mm ).

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20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Audemars Piguet Juels 18K Rose Gold 2014 White Guilloche Dial Automatic 35mm Pap

$29,500

Audemars Piguet Juels 18K Rose Gold 2014 White Guilloche Dial Automatic 35mm Pap

By Audemars Piguet

Located in New York, NY

Here we have a Audemars Piguet automatic in18k rose gold with a beautiful white guilloche dial from 2014. Comes with its original papers. Keeps great time and is fully functional. Me...

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20th Century Wrist Watches

Materials

Rose Gold

Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Wristwatch in Rose Gold

$28,125

H 1.3 in W 0.75 in

Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Wristwatch in Rose Gold

By Jaeger-LeCoultre

Located in New York, NY

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso 260.2.86 wristwatch exudes a distinct charm with its polished 18k rose gold case and silvered dial. It features a slim, reversible rectangular case measu...

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Late 20th Century Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

BOUCHERON Reflet Gold Diamond Watch

$14,500

BOUCHERON Reflet Gold Diamond Watch

By Boucheron

Located in New York, NY

An 18 karat yellow gold and diamond watch, Boucheron. The Reflet watch with quartz movement, rectangular fluted case with a row of approximately 17 round brilliant cut diamonds on e...

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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vacheron & Constantin White Gold Dress Bracelet Watch

$14,750

Vacheron & Constantin White Gold Dress Bracelet Watch

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Vacheron Constantin STYLE / REFERENCE: Men's Bracelet Dress Watch METAL: 18Kt. White Gold CIRCA: 1960 / 70's MOVEMENT / CALIBER: Manual Winding / Ultra Thin / 1003 ...

Materials

Gold

Vacheron Constantin Diamond Art Deco Ladies Watch Platinum Manual Carre 2.73ctw

$4,800

Vacheron Constantin Diamond Art Deco Ladies Watch Platinum Manual Carre 2.73ctw

By Vacheron Constantin

Located in Greensboro, NC

Brand: Vacheron & Constantin Movement: Manual Number of Jewels: 18 Warranty: 1 year Era: Art Deco Date: May 11, 2026 Movement Maker: Swiss Dial Color: Silver Metal Content: Plat...

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Vintage 1920s Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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Hermes Birkin 35 Vermillion Bag Gold Hardware Togo Leather

$37,755

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Hermes Birkin 35 Vermillion Bag Gold Hardware Togo Leather

By Hermès

Located in Miami, FL

Mightychic offers an Hermes Birkin 35 bag featured in Vermillion. Unique warm red tone - is lush with gold hardware. Togo leather is scratch resistant. NEW or NEVER WORN. Comes with...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Top Handle Bags

Piaget Square Altiplano Mother of Pearl Watch with Diamonds

$15,500

Piaget Square Altiplano Mother of Pearl Watch with Diamonds

By Piaget

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 18k white gold with a Mother of Pearl face as well as Round Brilliant cut Diamonds on the bezel and Single cut Diamonds on the dial weighing approximately a total o...

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21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold

Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 34.00 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Ring

$1,980,000

Emilio Jewelry Gia Certified 34.00 Carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond Ring

By Emilio!

Located in New York, NY

From Emilio Jewelry, a well known and respected wholesaler/dealer located on New York’s iconic Fifth Avenue, Please inquire for more images, certificates, and details. Zoom meetings...

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21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond

Rare Cartier Tank Basculante Platinum & Rose Gold

$61,718

Dm 0.99 in

Rare Cartier Tank Basculante Platinum & Rose Gold

By Cartier

Located in Mayfair, London, London

A rare, platinum and rose gold Tank Basculante by Cartier. Featuring a silver guilloche dial with roman numerals, blued steel sword-shaped hands, a hidden Cartier signature at VII an...

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21st Century and Contemporary French Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

Patek Philippe Annual Calendar Tiffany Limited Ediiton Yellow Gold Watch 5150J

$59,990

Patek Philippe Annual Calendar Tiffany Limited Ediiton Yellow Gold Watch 5150J

By Patek Philippe

Located in Aventura, FL

Patek Philippe introduced the reference 5150 or “T150” in 2001 to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the relationship between Patek Philippe and Tiffany & Co. This model was offered ...

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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Wrist Watches

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rolex Gold Shell Oyster Perpetual with Rare Original Black Dial from 1953

$7,400

Rolex Gold Shell Oyster Perpetual with Rare Original Black Dial from 1953

By Rolex

Located in Long Beach, CA

FACTORY / HOUSE: Rolex Watch Company STYLE / REFERENCE: Oyster Perpetual / Reference 6334 METAL / MATERIAL: Gold Shell CIRCA / YEAR: 1953 DIMENSIONS / SIZE: Length 42mm X Diameter 34...

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Vintage 1950s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches

Patek Philippe 14 Karat Gold Pocket Watch, sold by W. Lennartz-Michels

$7,537

Dm 1.97 in

Patek Philippe 14 Karat Gold Pocket Watch, sold by W. Lennartz-Michels

By Patek Philippe

Located in Berlin, DE

Patek Philippe Gold Pocket Watch, Arabic Enamel Dial Slight signs of wear due to age on the case. Hands possibly replaced. Diameter measured without the crown. The pocket watch can...

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Antique 19th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Hermès 1999 Sac Reteint Noir Birkin 35 Dyed Black Epsom Leather Hand Bag Hermes

$16,994

Hermès 1999 Sac Reteint Noir Birkin 35 Dyed Black Epsom Leather Hand Bag Hermes

By Hermès

Located in PARIS, FR

Hermès Birkin bag, size 35, in beige Epsom leather re-dyed in black and gold metal, keys, padlock, zipper, bell, dust bag, year 1999. Width 35 cm x height 25 cm x depth 18 cm, handle...

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1990s French Top Handle Bags

Auth. Hermès Clutch Bag Pallonnier Black Porosus Crocodile Vintage Collector

$8,792Sale Price|20% Off

H 5.91 in D 6.3 in L 10.83 in

Auth. Hermès Clutch Bag Pallonnier Black Porosus Crocodile Vintage Collector

By Hermès

Located in Ottawa, CA

Hermès Pallonnier Clutch Bag – Black Porosus Crocodile – EXVC – 2410121651 Brand: Hermès Type/Model: Pallonnier Clutch Bag Color: Black Material: Porosus Crocodile (Exterior), Calf ...

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1970s French Clutches

Hermès bag 1950s-1960s

$4,406

Hermès bag 1950s-1960s

By Hermès

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

HERMÈS - (Made in France) Navy-blue box leather and marled beige H canvas bag with a gold-plated fasterner on a flap. Design from the 1950s-1960s. Condition: Very good condition Di...

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1950s French Evening Bags and Minaudières

Antique Belle Époque Diamond Tiara in Platinum and Gold.

$18,500

Antique Belle Époque Diamond Tiara in Platinum and Gold.

Located in San Francisco, CA

Well well well. If only this tiara could talk - I'd just love to know the people and outfits this significant piece has graced. Let's start with the tiara. Circa 1900, the theme co...

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Early 20th Century English Belle Époque Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Hermès Sac Coins or 1979 Dark brown Leather Precious Shoulder Bag Clutch Hermes

Sold|~~$7,862~~

H 7.29 in W 6.3 in D 1.97 in

Hermès Sac Coins or 1979 Dark brown Leather Precious Shoulder Bag Clutch Hermes

By Hermès

Located in PARIS, FR

Hermès Coins d'Or clutch bag in precious leather and gold metal, interior in soft leather with 1 compartment and 1 front pocket marked with the Hermès carriage in silver (indicating ...

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1970s French Shoulder Bags

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Vacheron 18k Gold Watch For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vacheron 18k gold watch you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 538 antique edition and 71 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect vacheron 18k gold watch may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A vacheron 18k gold watch can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but Diamond rings, from our inventory of 62, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes baguette cut and brilliant cut alternatives. When shopping for a vacheron 18k gold watch, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or women today than there are for men.

How Much is a Vacheron 18k Gold Watch?

Prices for a vacheron 18k gold watch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $2,500 and can go as high as $500,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $7,950.

Vacheron Constantin for sale on 1stDibs

Iconic Swiss watchmaker Vacheron Constantin was among the first brands to embrace the Geneva Seal and is the oldest watch producer in the world that is still in operation. Vintage Vacheron Constantin watches continue to charm and captivate collectors near and far, and the manufacturer’s Maltese cross logo, adopted in 1877, is instantly recognizable as an emblem of luxurious design and enduring quality.

Vacheron Constantin was founded in 1755 by Jean-Marc Vacheron, the son of a master weaver in Geneva who instilled in his children his belief that working with one’s hands is a noble endeavor. Jean-Marc took his father’s convictions to heart and opened his watchmaking workshop at the age of 24. The watchmaker made custom watches for royalty and flourished as an innovator in its field.

Vacheron Constantin functioned as a family business for several decades after Jean-Marc’s death. His grandson, Jacques-Barthélemy, took over the business in 1810 and promptly realized that he would need support in order to expand the company’s reach as well as oversee production. He searched for a partner who was versed in international business and who had a fondness for watches — and he found it in successful businessman François Constantin, who became his associate in 1819.

Constantin was born to a merchant in Geneva. From a young age, he traveled extensively and honed his business skills, fast becoming a venerable merchant himself. Shortly after joining Vacheron, Constantin coined the company's motto, "Do better if possible, and that is always possible." These words continue to guide the brand to this day.

Since becoming known as Vacheron & Constantin in 1819 — and later, Vacheron Constantin — the company has enjoyed international acclaim for everything from jewelry watches to provocative shaped designs, and its alluring timepieces are highly sought after by antique and vintage watch enthusiasts.

Widely loved models designed by Vacheron Constantin include the sporty Overseas and the Patrimony, while a number of Vacheron Constantin watches hold world records. A vintage pocket watch previously owned by King Fuad I of Egypt is one of the most expensive watches ever sold at auction. Another watch — the Reference 57260 pocket watch — has 57 complications and took eight years to build. In 2022 Vacheron Constantin exhibited a selection of its rarely seen mid-century watches in its New York City flagship store. Since the 1990s, the company has been a subsidiary of the Swiss Richemont Group.

Find a range of Vacheron Constantin pocket watches, wristwatches and bracelets on 1stDibs.

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.

Finding the Right Wrist-watches for You

Antique, vintage and luxury wristwatches have captured the hearts and minds of all manner of watch collectors as well as the watchmakers themselves — it's time you found your own.

Certain vintage watches for men and iconic watch designs for women are sought after not only because of their graceful proportions or innovative materials but also because of the illustrious histories of the houses that created them, histories that they stylishly embody.

Bulgari’s legendary Serpenti watch was on everyone’s list after the collection’s bold bracelet, which technically debuted after the timepiece, graced the wrist of actress Elizabeth Taylor. If anything, elaborately crafted timepieces — the unmistakably boxy silhouette of Cartier Tank watches, the elegant and minimal Calatrava designed by legendary Swiss house Patek Philippe — are even more effective than the shape we associate with traditional wristwatches.

Form watches — the all-encompassing moniker bestowed upon non-round watches — are making headlines and completing contemporary fashionable ensembles the world over. At the same time, both casual fans and careful collectors are drawn to the unbeatable charm of vintage styles, such as the icons designed by Omega that even James Bond can’t resist.

In the early days of watchmaking, watches were fragile enough that they necessitated protection from the elements. Now, wristwatches made of gold and steel can withstand the harshest climates — even 100 meters underwater, in the case of Rolex’s Submariner. Designer Gérald Genta, whose range of clients included Rolex, created for Audemars Piguet the first luxury sports timepiece to be made from stainless steel. First introduced in 1972, the Royal Oak was a perfect choice for blending the form and function that are now synonymous with sports watches.

Are you shopping for a wristwatch? It’s good to keep your needs as well as your specific personal style in mind: A smaller, subtle timepiece is a good fit for small wrists. When will you be wearing your new accessory? There’s a versatile model out there for everyday wear, while a rugged, feature-heavy watch is a safe bet if you’re prone to embarking on all-weather activities in the great outdoors.

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15 Scintillating Jewelry Watches to Elevate Your Holiday Style

Watchmakers have tucked their movements into all manner of precious baubles, from lapel pins to cocktail rings. The result is dazzling, wearable art that will get you to the party on time.