Antique European 14ct Gold & Blue Enamel Brooch – Victorian & Rose Cut Diamonds
Located in London, GB
A striking antique brooch, crafted in 14ct gold, featuring blue enamel detailing and set with a combination of Victorian-cut and rose-cut natural diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
$11,190Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Victorian 14k Gold 1.64 GIA Old Diamond Engagement Ring Blue Enamel Halo
Located in Montclair, NJ
The top of the design looks like a target with the diamond at its center surrounded by the blue enamel halo. The diamond has so much character and it truly stands out with its large ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian GIA 19K Gold 1.21ctw Old Mine Diamond Blue Enamel Star Pendant
Located in New York, NY
GIA Original Early Victorian English Antique 19K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond Blue Enamel Star Pendant Step back in time with this breathtaking GIA-certified Early Victorian celestia...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Gold
Gold Greek Cross Cuff Ruby Blue Enamel Bangle Bracelet Sculptural Victorian
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Greek Cross Ruby Light Blue Enamel Gold Chain Cuff Bracelet Designer: J DAUPHIN Description: Handcrafted in gold-plated brass, this open cuff bracelet features an articulated chain...
Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Large Antique Victorian 9K Gold Pearl and Blue Enamel Star Engraved Oval Locket
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique, seed pearl, blue enamel, and yellow gold locket, comprising nine seed pearls, within a blue enamel star, in 9 karat yellow gold. The locket is a large, statement size. ...
Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique French Victorian Blue White Porcelain Enamel Cast Iron Radiator Cover
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Please message us with your zip code to request a more reasonable domestic U.S. shipping quote. Antique French Victorian Blue and White Porcelain Enamel Cast Iron Radiator Cover Con...
Iron
Victorian Earrings Emerald 16 Old Mine Cut Diamonds Blue Enamel 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous pair of Antique Victorian Earrings with Emerald, Old Mine Cut Diamonds and Royal Blue, White and Gold Enamel in 14 Karat Gold with a stunning open work motif.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian 15K Yellow Gold and Silver Blue Enamel & Old Cut Diamond Ring
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian diamond, enamel, silver, and yellow gold ring, comprising one old mine cut diamond, twenty rose cut diamonds, and blue enamel, set in silver and 15 karat yellow gold, to ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel
Antique Victorian 18K Gold Pale Blue Enamel & 1.09ct Old Cut Diamond Knot Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique diamond, pale blue enamel, and yellow gold brooch, comprising three old mine cut diamonds, pale lavender blue enamel, in 18 karat yellow gold, with 9 karat yellow gold pin...
Diamond, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian Diamond Pearl Ring 10k Rose Gold Sz 5 Blue Enamel Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish antique Victorian diamond & seed pearl blue enamel ring (circa 1880s to 1900s) crafted in 10 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
Victorian Diamond Star Blue Enamel Pendant 14K Gold Antique, C. 1890
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Victorian Diamond Star Blue Enamel Pendant 14K Gold Antique c. 1890 This absolutely gorgeous antique circa 1890s pendant is finely crafted in 14K Yellow Gold (carefully tested and g...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Blue Enamel Star and Old European Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
This antique ring is crafted in 14k yellow gold and centered by a 0.98ct old European cut diamond graded O-P color and VS2 clarity. The center stone is set within a blue enamel star ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian Ring Diamond Pearl Blue Enamel 10k Rose Gold Signet Pinky 5
Located in Torrance, CA
One small 0.02 carat old rose cut diamond is set to the center (estimated at L-M color and I2 clarity). The distinct Victorian era ring makes a nice statement! With a celestial d...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian Enameled Blue Opaline Milk Glass Dresser Box Jewelry Casket
By CF Monroe
Located in Forney, TX
Beautiful antique Victorian era enameled blue opaline milk glass dresser box, (jewel casket - trinket case - decorative table box), late 19th century, in the manner of CF Monroe Naka...
Opaline Glass
Early Victorian 18K Yellow Gold and 6.0 OMC Diamonds and Blue Enamel Ring Bague
Located in New York, NY
Old Mine Cut Diamonds and Blue Guilloche Enamel Weight: 8 grams Current Ring Size: 6.5 Condition: Very good Early Victorian
Diamond, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel
Victorian Pearl & Old Mine Cut Diamond Cluster Blue Enamel 14k Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Bernardsville, NJ
This fabulous oval shaped ring dating from the late 1800s, features a central bright-white .20ct. antique old European cut diamond sparkling amidst an interlacing design of bright gl...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Diamond Star Ring 9K Gold Blue Enamel Cabochon - c.1890
Located in London, GB
We are delighted to offer this stunning antique Victorian diamond star and blue enamel ring made c.1890.
Diamond, 9k Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Guilloche Enamel Peridot & Diamond Hinged Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Rich blue enamel gives this antique Victorian hinged cuff bracelet a dramatic and regal presence.
Diamond, Peridot, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique Victorian 27g 14K Yellow Gold Diamond, Pearl and Blue Enamel Bracelet
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A Victorian, diamond, pearl, enamel, and gold bracelet, comprising five old cut diamonds, eight seed pearls, and blue enamel, set in 14 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian Enamel Gold Flower Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Lifelike enamel floral brooches were extremely popular throughout the 19th Century. Made mostly in Newark, NJ during the last quarter of the 19th Century, these hand enamelled flower...
14k Gold
English antique red and blue enamel necklace
Located in New York, NY
A Victorian gold and enamel necklace, centered by a blue and red enamel heart embellished with seed pearls, and with a locket back, suspended from gold chain with red and blue enamel...
Pearl, 15k Gold, Enamel
19th-C. Victorian French Blue & White Enamel Tole Body Pitchers / Vases - S/3
Located in Kennesaw, GA
This is a set of three Victorian French blue and white body pitchers. They are enameled over metal.
Metal
Gold Letter Bracelet Blue Sapphire Star Cuff Divine Child Light Blue Enamel
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Letter Bracelet Blue Sapphire Star Cuff Divine Child Shooting Star Light Blue Enamel 14k Gold Plated Celestial Word Cuff Designer: J DAUPHIN The Divine Child Cuff is a rigid o...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel, Brass
Divine Child Cuff Bracelet Blue Sapphire Diamond Shooting Star Blue Enamel Gold
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Divine Child Cuff Bracelet Blue Sapphire Diamond Shooting Star Blue Enamel Gold Designer: J DAUPHIN The Divine Child Cuff is handcrafted in 14k gold plated brass, the words DIVINE ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
$297Sale Price|40% Off
Translucent Blue Hand Blown Enameled Glass Pitcher/Tankard
Located in Malibu, CA
Late 19th C/early 20th C brilliant translucent aqua blue hand-blown glass pitcher w/ applied handle. Gilt rim & accents hand painted in enamel with intricate patterns throughout.
Blown Glass
Black Enamel Ring Blue Sapphire Diamond Star Cocktail Ring
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: 14k gold plated brass and black enamel Gemstone: Natural blue sapphire and natural white diamonds Color: Yellow gold and black Design: Large domed cocktail ring with a sta...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
$15,998Sale Price|20% Off
Rare Antique Victorian Gold Old Cut Diamond Enamel Adjustable Bangle Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Rare Antique Victorian Hand Engraving, Blue Enamel Foliage Open Bangle Bracelet. -- Stone(s) -- (3) Natural Genuine Diamonds -Chunky Old Mine Cut - Prong Set - Very Brilliant & Clea...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Antique blue enamel, pearl and angelskin coral bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A Victorian gold and blue enamel bracelet with half-pearl borders and three angelskin coral, diamond, and pearl quatrefoil clusters, in 18k gold.
Coral, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel
Cabochon Ring Blue Chalcedony White Enamel Cocktail Gold
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Blue Chalcedony Ring Cabochon White Enamel Cocktail Gold Designer: J DAUPHIN The Blue Chalcedony Ring centres on a polished blue chalcedony cabochon set in a smooth white enamel be...
Chalcedony, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel, Brass
Antique Blue Enamel and 9 Gold Band Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This antique mourning band has dark blue enamel all the way around and a small panel t the front which reads "AMK". Modelled in 9carat gold and fully hallmarked Birmingham 1865. Rin...
Gold, Enamel
Black Diamond Studded Cuff Gold Blue Enamel Bracelet
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Diamond Studded Cuff Gold Blue Enamel Bracelet Designer: J DAUPHIN The Sculptural Cuff is handcrafted in 14k gold plated brass and finished with hand painted midnight blue g...
Black Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
Blue Sapphire Diamond Cuff Bracelet Pink Enamel Star Gold J DAUPHIN
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Blue Sapphire Diamond Cuff Bracelet Pink Enamel Star Gold J DAUPHIN Designer: J DAUPHIN A sculptural open cuff in 14k gold-plated brass, hand-finished with light pink enamel.
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
Enamel Cuff Bracelet LUCKY Letter Blue Sapphire Black Diamond Petroleum Star
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lucky Cuff Bracelet Blue Sapphire Black Diamond Horseshoe Star Petroleum Enamel Gold Designer: J DAUPHIN The Lucky Cuff is handcrafted in gold plated brass and finished with hand p...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel, Brass
Blue Sapphire Diamond Cuff Bracelet Light Pink Enamel Star Sterling Silver
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Blue Sapphire Diamond Cuff Bracelet Light Pink Enamel Star Sterling Silver Designer: J DAUPHIN The Divine Child Cuff is handcrafted in sterling silver and finished with hand-painte...
Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel, Ste...
Oval Locket Pendant Necklace - 18k Yellow Gold - Blue Enamel - 1 Sapphire
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Oval locket pendant necklace, 18k yellow gold, Victoria Collection by Victor Mayer, petrol blue vitreous enamel with paillon inlays, 1 facetted pear shaped sapphire, measurements app...
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Heart Necklace Diamond Pearl Blue Enamel Gold Plated
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Designer: J Dauphin Materials: 14k Gold-Plated Brass Finish: Hand-painted Midnight Blue Glitter Enamel Gemstones: Natural Single-Cut White Diamonds and Mini White Pearls Setting:...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, B...
Antique Circa 1890 Enamel Diamond Snake Brooch, 38.4g Gold, Blue
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This gorgeous Enamel snake brooch is in almost perfect condition and comes in its original box. Seldom do you find this gorgeous robins egg blue enamel circa 1890 and in near perfect...
Diamond, Enamel
Gold Ring Light Blue Enamel Divine Word Cigar Band Motto
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Light blue enamel historically signifies truth, serenity, and spiritual alignment.
14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel, Brass
English Victorian Cobalt Blue and Gold Porcelain Vase
Located in Queens, NY
English Victorian cobalt blue porcelain vase with gold scroll design and enamel trim (Crown Derby).
Enamel
Blue Sapphire Cuff Black Enamel Diamond Star Divine Child Gold Plated
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Blue Sapphire Cuff Black Enamel Diamond Divine Child 14k Gold Plated Brass Open Bangle Designer: J DAUPHIN The Divine Child Cuff is a rigid open band in 14k gold plated brass.
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, E...
Antique Late Victorian Hand Engraved Silver Painted Enamel Cherubs Comb
Located in New York, NY
This elegant late Victorian comb highlights the artistry of 19th-century European silverwork and enamel craftsmanship.
Silver
Emerald Cuff Bracelet Blue Enamel Star Gold Plated J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Emerald Cuff Bracelet Blue Enamel Eight Pointed Star Gold Bangle Celestial Studded Designer: J DAUPHIN Emerald star cuff in 14k gold plated brass with hand applied light blue glitt...
Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
Snake Ring Blue Sapphire Diamond Ruby Black Enamel Gold Double Serpent
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: 14k gold plated 925 sterling silver with hand applied black enamel Gemstone: Blue sapphire, white diamond eyes, ruby eyes Color: Gold, black, blue Design: Double headed...
Blue Sapphire, Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, Silver, Enamel, Gold Plate,...
Oval Locket Pendant - 18k Yellow Gold - Blue Enamel with Paillons - 1 Sapphire
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Choose from a wide range of enamel colors. About the Victoria Collection: The exquisite Victorian Collection is a timeless homage to the opulence and grace of the 19th century.
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Round Disk Pendant 18k Yellow Gold - Blue Enamel Guilloche Paillons
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round pendant with star 18k yellow gold, Diskos Collection, middle blue vitreous enamel with ornamental paillon in the shape of a six-rayed star, diameter app. 15.0 mm ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Black Diamond Bracelet Brutalist Cuff Stud Blue Enamel J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Black Diamond Bracelet Brutalist Cuff Stud Blue Enamel Eight Pointed Star Designer: J DAUPHIN The Star Stud Cuff is a rigid open band in 14k gold plated brass finished with hand p...
Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Gold Ring Blue Enamel Divine Word Cigar Band Motto Size 8
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Ring Blue Enamel Divine Word Cigar Band Motto Designer J DAUPHIN The Divine Motto Band Ring is a wide cigar-style band handcrafted in 14k gold-plated brass.
14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel, Brass
Oval Locket Pendant 18k Yellow Gold Green Vitreous Enamel Blue Sapphire Cabochon
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer oval locket pendant 18k yellow gold, translucent emerald green vitreous enamel, guilloche, 1 oval blue sapphire, cabochon, total 0.37 ct, measurements app. 27.5 mm x 21....
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
Round Pendant Necklace 18k Yellow Gold Blue Enamel Giulloche Paillons
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer round pendant necklace with star 18k yellow gold, Diskos Collection, middle blue vitreous enamel with ornamental paillon in the shape of a six-rayed star, diameter app. ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
19th Century French Victorian Blue Opaline Candy Bowl with Floral Trim
Located in Queens, NY
3 French Victorian blue opaline scalloped edge candy bowls with enamel floral trim and wire base (PRICED EACH)
Enamel
Antique Old Mine Diamond 14k Gold Blue Enamel Dangle Earrings
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
A darling pair of Victorian old mine cut diamond dangle earrings enrobed in cornflower blue enamel and rich 14 karat yellow gold.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$763Sale Price|20% Off
Antique 15k yellow gold and Duck egg blue enamel locket, portrait
Located in NEWARK, GB
Rich, smooth and buttery 15ct yellow gold contrasts wonderfully with the vibrant duck egg blue enamel, it has a wonderful lattice pattern which gives a 3d effect and this really make...
15k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Light Blue Enamel Truth Faith Inscribed Black Diamond Open Cuff
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Light Blue Enamel Truth Faith Inscribed Black Diamond Heart Cuff Designer: J DAUPHIN Description: Handcrafted in 14k gold-plated brass, this rigid open cuff features light blue ena...
Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel
Blue Chalcedony Cocktail Ring Gold Statement Ring Cabochon White Enamel Band
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Blue Chalcedony Cocktail Ring Gold Statement Ring Cabochon White Enamel Wide Band Blue Stone Ring Designer: J DAUPHIN Blue chalcedony cocktail ring in 14k gold plated brass by J Da...
Chalcedony, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
Round Locket Pendant White Gold Petrol Blue Fire Enamel over Scroll Engraving
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Round Locket Pendant White Gold Blue Fire Enamel over Scroll Engraving, Lobster Bail About the creator Victor Mayer Victor Mayer is internationally renowned for elegant timeless des...
White Gold, Enamel
Round Locket Pendant Necklace White Gold Blue Fire Enamel over Scroll Engraving
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Round Locket Pendant Necklace White Gold Blue Fire Enamel over Scroll Engraving, Lobster Bail, Yellow Gold Chain 42 cm About the creator Victor Mayer Victor Mayer is internationally...
White Gold, Enamel
Victorian Enamel Non Heated Sapphire Diamond 18k YG Earrings Pendant- Brooch Set
Located in New York, NY
This magnificent Victorian jewelry suite consists of a pendant-brooch and a pair of earrings featuring an intricate filigree design hand-crafted in 18k yellow gold and contrasted wit...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
C1870 Cambridge Blue Enamel and Three Stone Pearl Band Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
This is a unique 3 stone ring with its pretty hand painted Cambridge blue enamel detail and 3 well matched pearls symmetrically placed with the 2 slightly smaller pearls flanking the...
Pearl, Turquoise, Enamel, 18k Gold
Blue Enamel Band Ring Heavens Gold Letter Ring Size 8 J Dauphin
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Drawing from the traditions of Victorian Memento Mori, this ring utilizes blue enamel to symbolize serenity, higher alignment, and the celestial realm.
14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel
Silver Heart Necklace Pearl Diamond Puffy Heart Pendant Blue Enamel Chain
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Materials: Solid sterling silver with hand painted blue enamel Gemstone: White diamond and white pearls Color: Silver, white, and blue Design: Sculptural puffy heart pendant with a d...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
The reign of Queen Victoria encapsulates a quickly evolving period of history — and jewelry styles were no exception. No single period has seen such a diverse group of jewelry attributed to it than the Victorian era. Today, there is a vast collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.
Victorian jewelry is named after Queen Victoria, whose reign lasted from 1837 to 1901, making her the second longest-ruling monarch. (She was surpassed by Queen Elizabeth II in 2015.) During this time, different styles of fashion and jewelry came and went. Thanks to our fascination with royalty and swoon-worthy melodramas like Netflix’s The Crown — which is rife with evocative fashion, jewelry and interiors — and the 2017 feature film Victoria & Abdul, we are all familiar with her story. After the death of Victoria’s father and three childless uncles, she ascended to the throne at age 18. In 1840, Queen Victoria married the love of her life, her first cousin Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha.
Queen Victoria loved serpentine jewels, and she had even more power to shape trends than Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle do today. The British monarch’s best-known piece in this mold is the gold coiled-snake engagement ring she received from Prince Albert — the sinuous reptile was considered a symbol of everlasting love.
The Queen's 63-year reign has been divided by historians into the Romantic period, the early happy years, circa 1837–60; the Grand period, marked by the deaths of the Queen’s mother and husband, circa 1860–80; and the late Victorian or Aesthetic period, which lasted from about 1880 until 1901 and ushered in the Belle Époque. Queen Victoria wore her heart on her sleeve, and her fashion and jewelry reflected her emotions.
Romantic period jewelry, which featured common decorative motifs and was embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise, was a celebration of the young monarch’s love. Everything changed with the death of Prince Albert, and the Grand period is most often associated with mourning jewelry. Jewelry was smaller, lighter and more dainty during the late Victorian period. During this era, diamonds came into fashion, and semiprecious gems such as amethysts and opals became prevalent, too. Using gemstones for their natural beauty and not their worth was something that jewelers of the era felt passionate about, and this ideology would really become relevant in Art Nouveau jewelry.
Find a collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry — from rings, necklaces and brooches to a range of other accessories — 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.
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