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Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx and Diamond Ring. V Shape 18k Yellow Gold Signed VCA
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Age: Vintage Manufacturer: Van Cleef & Arpels Primary Stone: Onyx Secondary Stone: Diamonds
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx and Diamond Ring. V Shape 18k Yellow Gold Signed VCA
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
blending timeless elegance with bold contrast. One section of the ring is adorned with rich, polished onyx
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Black Onyx Diamond Ring 18k Gold VCARA41000
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in San Diego, CA
Gemstone: Black Onyx Clover Hallmark: VCA Au750 48 JAO***** VCA Style #: VCARA41000 Includes: Full Set
Diamond, Onyx, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
VCA Large Flip Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
18k gold and onyx flip cufflinks, made and signed by VCA. Extra large size, very easy to put on
Onyx, 18k Gold
VCA Onyx Diamond Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
These geometric earrings made of diamond and onyx are a wonderful example of Van Cleef & Arpels
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels, 18K Gold Onyx Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This VCA onyx diamond ring is crafted in 18k gold. It consists of 24 onyx and 83 round-cut diamonds
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
VCA Long Pearl and Onyx Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A 14 karat gold, pearl and onyx necklace by Van Cleef and Arpels). The necklace is composed of
Onyx, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
VCA Gold and Onyx Winking Cat Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
An 18k gold, black onyx, black enamel, cabochon emerald and diamond winking cat brooch. Signed Van
Diamond, Onyx, Emerald, 18k Gold
VCA Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Onyx Diamond Necklace Yellow Gold, French, 1980s
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Lisbon, PT
VCA Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Onyx and Diamond Necklace in 18 Karat Yellow Gold, France, 1980s
Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels VCA Magic Alhambra Earrings Onyx 18k Yellow Gold 5600
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Northbrook, IL
Elevate your style with these exquisite earrings Magic Alhambra onyx by Van Cleef & Arpels. Crafted
Onyx, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels VCA Vintage Alhambra 20 Motif Black Onyx Yellow Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Baltimore, MD
Van Cleef & Arpels VCA Vintage Alhambra 20 Motif Black Onyx Yellow Gold Necklace Metal: 18k yellow
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
VCA Fifth Avenue Edition Magic Alhambra 16 Motif Necklace 18k Diamond Onyx BNP
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Magic Alhambra 16 Motif Necklace with original VCA inner & outer boxes, insurance valuation and receipt
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx Diamond Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
gold onyx ring. Signed VCA with French hallmarks and serial numbers. Ring size 6 and may be re-sized
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx Diamond Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
18k gold onyx ring. Signed VCA with French hallmarks and serial numbers. Ring size 6 and may be re
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Coral Onyx Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold Van Cleef & Arpels ring, featuring a 1.44 carat diamond, coral, and onyx
Coral, Diamond, Onyx
Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Onyx Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
and is brought to existence by the great craftsmen at VCA. Fashioned with jet black onyx and 12
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Black Onyx Yellow Gold Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
earrings come in a VCA box. STONES Onyx METAL TYPE 18K Yellow Gold WEIGHT 7.6g DIMENSION Appro: 15mm
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Miroir Des Eaux Mother of Pearl Panel and Inlaid Black Onyx
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
panel and inlaid black onyx Signature: VCA Marks: numbered, 750, jeweler's mark Size/Dimensions: 43.5 cm
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Interchangeable Pendants
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
interchangeable pendents of malachite, lapis lazuli and onyx. Signed VCA and numbered.
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Onyx, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Clip-On Yellow Gold Vintage Earrings Diamonds and Charms
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Dallas, TX
white for a wonderful day look. Stamped VCA and 18K and 87. Onyx and Mother of Pearl Additional Charms!
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Onyx Gold Clover Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
of the chain. This enchanting VCA onyx pendant necklace secures with a spring-ring clasp closure
Onyx
VCA Lucky Spring pendant, open wings ladybug 18K rose gold, Carnelian, Onyx
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef and Arpels Lucky Spring pendant, open wings ladybug 18K rose gold, Carnelian, Onyx Ref
Carnelian, Onyx, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels VCA 18 Karat Vintage Alhambra Black Onyx Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Baltimore, MD
Van Cleef & Arpels VCA 18K Vintage Alhambra Onyx Earrings Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 7.13
18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels onyx Alhambra bracelet model number VCARA41300
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Addlestone, GB
Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx bracelet VCARA41300 VCA signature design, first created in 1968, this
Onyx, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Interchangeable Rock Crystal and Onyx Gold Cufflinks
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Van Cleef & Arpels interchangeable rock crystal and onyx cufflinks. Signed VCA OR 750 for gold
Crystal, Onyx, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Onyx Vintage Alhambra 18 Karat Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
10 clover leaf 18 karat yellow gold elements set with onyx. Signed VCA 750. Numbered . French assay
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 20 Motifs Black Onyx Necklace Box Papers COA
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in San Diego, CA
Metal: 18kt Yellow Gold Size: Small Model Measurements: 33.86' Inches Stones: 20 Black Onyx Hallmark
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Lucky Animals Dove Mother Of Peal Onyx Rose Gold Clip Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
. This brooch comes with certificate of authenticity, receipt of sale and VCA box. With 3 onyx stones 3
Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Pendants
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
interchangeable pendents of turquoise and onyx. Signed VCA and numbered.
Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 'Magic Alhambra' Yellow Gold and Onyx Pendant
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
features a single cloverleaf inspired motif in onyx. Signed VCA, Au750, with serial number and hallmark
Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 10-Motif Onyx Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
10 clover leaf inspired motifs of carved onyx. Signed VCA, Au750, with serial number and hallmarks
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Yellow Gold And Onyx Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
the cover leaf-inspired motif in onyx. Signed VCA, Au750, with serial number and hallmarks. The
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 'Vintage Alhambra' Yellow Gold and Onyx 20-Motif Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
20 clover leaf inspired motifs of onyx stones. Signed VCA, Au750, with serial number and hallmarks
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels 'Lucky Animals' Dog Clip
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
and nose are set with gleaming onyx. Signed VCA, Au750, with serial number. The clip is presented with
Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels VCA Vintage Alhambra Onyx Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Lambertville, NJ
An 18k yellow gold pair of earrings set with onyx clover motifs. Crafted by Van Cleef & Arpels for
Onyx, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels VCA Vintage Alhambra Onyx Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Lambertville, NJ
An 18k yellow gold bracelet set with onyx clover motifs. Crafted by Van Cleef & Arpels for the
Onyx, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels VCA Alhambra Onyx Diamond Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Lambertville, NJ
with onyx and one 0.06ctw diamond. The top of the ring measures 14.4mm x 15mm. The ring is a size 6
Diamond, Onyx
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS VCA Gold Onyx & Diamond Flower Ear
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These amazing onyx and diamond flower earrings from VCA are big and bold, and can be dressed up or
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels VCA Vintage Alhambra Onyx Gold Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Lambertville, NJ
An 18k yellow gold necklace featuring 20 onyx clover motifs. Crafted by Van Cleef & Arpels for the
Onyx, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels VCA Vintage Alhambra Gold Diamond Onyx Clover Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Lambertville, NJ
, featuring black onyx clover top with a 0.06ct diamond in the center. Ring size - 4 3/4, ring top (clover
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Rare Van Cleef 'VCA' Flower, Clover Pin/Pendant in White Gold, Onyx and Diamond
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Teaneck, NJ
This is a most magnificent, rare, discontinued VCA flower/clover pin/pendant in 18K white gold
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Van Cleef and Arpels (VCA) Winking Cat Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Teaneck, NJ
Gold, Onyx,Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Cat Clip-Brooch, Van Cleef & Arpels 18 kt., the winking
Emerald, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Alhambra Onyx Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Onyx. Signed "VCA" 750 CL86828. Accompanied with Van Cleef & Arpels Pouch.
Onyx, 18k Gold
Van Cleaf & Arpels Vintage Onyx Gold Alhambra Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ever so in Vouge these VCA 18KT yellow gold "Alhambra" Onyx Earrings. These are timeless!
Onyx, 18k Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS 10 Motif Onyx Gold Alhambra Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Necklace. Set in 18K yellow gold in a 10 motif black onyx
Onyx, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels "Spring" Ladybug Bracelet in 18k Rose Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
: Rose Gold Metal Purity: 18k Stones: Carnelian and Onyx Hallmarks: VCA, Serial No., Au750 Includes
Carnelian, Onyx, Rose Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Baton Set with Assorted Coloured Stones
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
Lazuli,Crystal,Coral,and onyx.Stamped VCA, OR 750 for gold,and numbered B9077R188,fitted modern case
Carnelian, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Onyx, Rock Crystal, Tiger's E...
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Gold & Ivory Tusk Bracelet, 1973
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
the top, set with cabochon green onyx eyes, signed VCA for Van Cleef & Arpels, Paris, numbered #127865
Emerald, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels VCA Gold Diamond Onyx Bow Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Lambertville, NJ
, VCA, 18kt, B 0.39ct, B4342X76.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels "Spring" Ladybug bracelet in 18k Rose Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
: Rose Gold Metal Purity: 18k Stones: Carnelian and Onyx Hallmarks: VCA, Serial No., Au750 Includes
Carnelian, Onyx, Rose Gold
$12,640Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 40IT
Gianni Versace Couture Vintage Leopard Evening Gown Size 40IT Spring/Summer 2002
By Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Gianni Versace Couture Vintage Leopard Evening Gown Size 40IT Spring/Summer 2002
John Galliano for Christian Dior Silk Ruffle Hem Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous silk dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior in brightly colored flowers on a navy and burgundy background. The spaghetti strap bodice is semi fitted and adorned on one ...
Hermes Birkin 35cm Black Togo Palladium Hardware Bag
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Birkin 35cm Black Togo Palladium Hardware Bag Store Fresh. Brand New in Box. Pristine Condition (with plastic on hardware) Perfect holiday gift! Comes with lock, keys, cloche...
1960s Van Cleef & Arpels French Flower Diamond Petal Earrings
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
1960s Van Cleef & Arpels French Flower Diamond Petal Earrings. Signed and numbered M39112. Diamond weight appx. 10.50 cts. 1.25 inches. Total Weight: 32.80 grams. SERVICE PAPER FRO...
Diamond, Gold
Roberto Cavalli Vibrant Black Sequin & Beaded Evening Gown F/W 2008 Size 42IT
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Roberto Cavalli - Vibrant black sequin evening gown. Dramatic, colorful and fun best describes this gown. The upper part of the dress is sheer with black sequin overlay. The fit is ...
Roberto Cavalli Runway Sequin Sun Evening Gown and Cape F/W 2004 Size 40IT
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Roberto Cavalli - Sequin runway evening gown with Swarovski crystal embellished sun cape. Neckline presents a sharp daring plunge to the navel. The back of the dress is held by jewe...
Cartier Yellow Gold and Diamond 'Mahango Panthère' Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The Cartier Gold and Diamond 'Mahango Panthère' Ring is an exquisite masterpiece of jewelry craftsmanship. This luxurious piece features a wide band made of 18 karat gold, adorned wi...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$11,669
Size: FR 40 - UK 12 - US 8
Christian Dior by John Galliano fuchsia crepe satin evening dress, fw 1999
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior evening dress ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Fuchsia crepe satin ▪ Bias cut ▪ Multiple fabric covered buttons at the side opening ▪ Wide collar extending over the ...
$43,933
Size: FR 40 - UK 12 - US 8
Christian Dior by John Galliano black full length lamb and lace coat, fw 2001
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Christian Dior black full-length coat ▪ Designed by John Galliano ▪ Mongolian lamb with lace overlay ▪ Heavyweight ▪ Large button fastening at the waist ▪ 100% lamb, lace - 100%...
New Atelier Versace S/S 1994 Collection Velvet Lace Purple Pink Dress Gown
By Atelier Versace
Located in Montgomery, TX
New Atelier Versace Velvet Lace Watercolor Purple/Pink Dress Gown S/S 1994 Collection Purple and Pink Watercolor Crushed Velvet and Lace, Corset Style, Fully Lined in Crinkle Silk, S...
Van Cleef & Arpels Gold Diamond Lady's Wristwatch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Van Cleef & Arpels 18 karat yellow gold wristwatch featuring approximately 5 carats of diamonds. The dial is made out of round cut diamonds. The case's width is 2 cm. The links on th...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$8,924
Size: IT42 - FR38 - UK10 - US6
Gucci by Tom Ford Silver Beaded Fringe Silk and Leather Skirt, SS 1999
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in London, GB
Gucci by Tom Ford, Spring-Summer 1999: A knee-length skirt featuring a nude silk base with vertical silver-tone beaded fringe. The beads create a gradient effect and are interspersed...
$17,848
Size: IT42 - FR38 - UK10 - US6
Atelier Versace Couture Pink Pleated Silk and Lace Mini Dress, ss 2004
By Versace
Located in London, GB
▪ Archival Versace Evening Mini Dress ▪ Creative Director: Donatella Versace ▪ Spring-Summer 2004 ▪ From the Atelier Versace line; these garments are synonymous with French Haute Co...
$15,120Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 40IT
Roberto Cavalli Sheer Gold Sequin Evening Gown Spring 2017 Size 40IT
By Roberto Cavalli
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Roberto Cavalli - Gold sequin evening gown with feathers. Beautiful deep V neckline, Leather Laces. Zips on the side. Spring/Summer 2017 Size 40IT
$3,996Sale Price|20% Off
Size: 40
2008 Vintage Alexander McQueen Wire-Embroidered and Crystal Embellished Dress 40
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Montgomery, TX
Alexander McQueen 'The Girl Who Lived in the Tree' Bullion Wire-Embroidered and Crystal Embellished Dress FW 2008 Collection by Alexander McQueen Italian size 40 - US 4 Inc Blue, Pl...
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2006 lilac black lace one shoulder bias gown dress IT40 S
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Hong Kong, NT
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN 2006 lilac black lace one shoulder bias gown dress IT40 S Reference: TGAS/D01019 Brand: Alexander McQueen Designer: Lee Alexander McQueen Collection: 2006 Material:...
One of the world’s foremost jewelry houses, Van Cleef & Arpels is particularly noted for a focus on technical virtuosity, craftsmanship and artistry, evident since its beginning. Rather than create earrings, bracelets, necklaces and other adornments primarily for the aim of displaying of wealth and opulence, Van Cleef & Arpels sought to produce jewelry that projected the wearer’s taste and style.
The company was formed a year after the 1895 marriage of Alfred Van Cleef, the son of a gem cutter, to Estelle Arpels, daughter of precious-stones dealer Salomon Arpels. Ten years later, Van Cleef & Arpels opened its first boutique on the Place Vendôme in Paris, setting the march on a square now crowded with dealers in bijouterie. (The company still occupies the New York flagship store opened in 1939 at Fifth Avenue and 57th Street.)
Born from a union of expertise in both jewelry making and gem selection, Van Cleef & Arpels distinguished itself with both the consistency of the color and clarity of its stones and the creativity of its designs. In doing so, the house would win a roster of dedicated, fashion-conscious clients that included the Duchess of Windsor, Marlene Dietrich, Barbara Hutton, Jacqueline Onassis and Elizabeth Taylor. In 1933, Van Cleef & Arpels patented its trademark Mystery Setting — a technique by which gems are fitted into an intricate matrix of slots and “drawers” that keep the setting hidden. Another signal innovation was the Zip necklace, introduced in 1951, which can be worn either around the neck or, with the zipper closed, as a bracelet.
But as much as to the firm’s craftsmanship, clients have been drawn by the insouciance and playfulness of Van Cleef & Arpels designers, as well as their attunement to the cultural climate. After the discovery of Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922, the company produced several lavish pieces featuring hieroglyphics and other Egyptian motifs to go along with the geometric Art Deco jewelry of that decade and the next. Following World War II, as symbols of freedom and rebirth, the firm focused on naturalistic forms such as birds, flowers, fruit and flying insects. High society’s 1960s fascination with the Near East and India prompted such pieces as the best-selling Alhambra necklace, popularized by Princess Grace.
Lately, attention among collectors and connoisseurs has centered on Van Cleef & Arpels’s quality of workmanship as much as its glamour. The firm was the subject of a 2012 show at the Cooper-Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum, as well as exhibitions at the Bowers Museum in Santa Ana, California, in 2013 and at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris in 2014.
Find an exquisite collection of Van Cleef & Arpels jewelry on 1stDibs.
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.
The classic ’60s design has become particularly popular among sporty types.
Day or night, the vintage jewels make a statement.
You know the French maison’s famous motif well. But why is this particular piece so in demand?
The tiny lovers inch closer together by the hour and minute until they finally embrace on a world-famous bridge.
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.
With more than 100 carats of diamonds, this vintage stunner converts into different styles, making it as versatile as it is breathtaking.
The lucky-charm style has been around for more than 50 years, and British royals are still drawn to it.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.