Alice Caviness Aurora and Pearl Floral Spray Brooch
By Alice Caviness
Located in New York, NY
Alice Caviness Floral Aurora and Pearl Spray Brooch from the 1950's. Large gilt spray with 2 large flowerheads of faux pearls and Aurora crystal Marquises. Small accent flowers on br...
Gilt Metal
Alice Caviness Blue Cabochon and Clear Rhinestone Dome Brooch
By Alice Caviness
Located in London, GB
Wonderful Alice Caviness dome brooch with golden metal swirl detail, and featuring blue glass cabochons and faceted clear rhinestones. The brooch measures diameter 5.5cm / 2.16 inche...
Alice Caviness Sterling Silver with Gold Overlay Moveable Butterfly Wings Brooch
By Alice Caviness
Located in New York, NY
Alice Caviness wonderfully detailed sterling silver with gold overlay butterfly brooch has all four wings moveable if desired. Filigree handwork and made in Germany. The upper...
$1,358Sale Price|20% Off
ALICE KUO Artisan 1970 Brushed & Hammered Bangle In .925 Sterling Silver
By Alice Kuo
Located in Miami, FL
Collateral: This modernist artisan bangle by Alice Kuo is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.
Sterling Silver, Silver
Vintage Alice Kuo for Gump’s Sterling Silver Carved Jade Bead Necklace
By Alice Kuo
Located in New York, NY
A striking vintage necklace by Alice Kuo, retailed by Gump’s, composed of alternating carved white jade and smooth green jade beads. The substantial white jade beads are hand-carved ...
Jade, Sterling Silver
$716Sale Price|20% Off
Alice Caviness Colored Crystal and Gold Tone Clamp Bracelet Mid Century Modern
By Alice Caviness
Located in North Miami, FL
Stunning colors of greens and turquoise of the Aurora Borealis crystals make up this this Alice Caviness mid century modern vintage gorgeous twisted clamp bracelet. It is like the br...
Crystal, Gold
Vintage 1960's Alice Caviness Turquoise and pearl statement clip on earrings
By Alice Caviness
Located in Nashville, TN
This eye-catching pair of 1960's earrings by Alice Caviness, composed of silver filigree metal bases, upon which turquoise blue textural rock beads framed by gold toned filigree fram...
Garden Paradise Arts and Crafts Necklace by Alice Scott, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
Elyse Zorn Karlin, Jewelry & Metalwork in the Arts & Crafts Tradition, 1993, p.91 Nancy N.
Coral, Silver
1950s Sapphire and Diamond Ring in Platinum "To Alice from Paul with Love"
Located in Wailea, HI
Steeped in mid-century romance, this exceptional 1950's cocktail ring is both a masterwork of period design and a poignant piece of history. The interior shank features a beautifully...
White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
Alice Caviness Hinged Cuff
By Alice Caviness
Located in Toronto, ON
Signed Alice Caviness hinged cuff featuring aqua stones and pearl accents, set on gold toned metal.
Vintage Alice Caviness Moghul Collar
By Alice Caviness
Located in London, GB
This an exceptional red carpet worthy piece it is unsigned but after exhaustive research has been attributed to Alice Caviness, based on signed examples of the same piece. The large ...
Unavailable
H 1.95 in L 3.39 in
Signed Alice Caviness Fashion Brooch Beautiful Vintage Stunning Glass Brooch
By Alice Caviness
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Whether you're a collector of vintage jewelry or seeking a unique statement piece, the Alice Caviness Fashion Brooch is a must-have.
60'S Gold & Austrian Crystal Earrings By, Alice Caviness
By Alice Caviness
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
20th Century Gold Plate & Peacock Blue Austrian Crystal Earrings By, Alice Caviness. These finely crafted "left/right" designed clip style earrings feature, prong set cut and faceted...
20th Century Pair Of Alice Caviness Abstract Flower Earrings-Signed
By Alice Caviness
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
20th Century Pair Of Alice Caviness Abstract Flower Earrings-Signed. These unique and whimsical earrings are made of hand painted ceramic with a mix of glass beads and gold tone acce...
60'S Gold & Swarovski Crystal Necklace Earrings S/3 By Alice Caviness
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1960'S Gold Plate & Aurora Borealis Swarovski Crystal Necklace & Earrings, Three Piece Set By, Alice Caviness. The lovely swag bib choker style necklace features prong set aurora bor...
Unavailable
H 1 in Dm 1 in
Mid-Century Pair Of Gold & Glass Bead Dimensional Earrings By, Alice Caviness
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Mid-20th Century Pair Of Gold & Glass Bead Earrings By, Alice Caviness. These gold plate clip style earrings feature a "left", "right" designed fit with dimensional abnd abstract fan...
Bulldog Sterling Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
They make you smile. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
Sterling Silver
Heart Sterling & Enamel Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Most attractive. Pristine condition. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
Sterling Silver
Bunny with a Carrot pin
Located in New York, NY
Sparkling faceted ruby eye. 1 2/3" x 3/4." Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
Coral, Ruby, 18k Gold
Sterling & Enamel Harley Davidson Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Unusual and fun to wear. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Sabbadini Gold 50/50 Cufflinks
By Sabbadini
Located in New York, NY
Perfect commemorative gift! Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
Gold, 18k Gold
Record Day by Day Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
A groovy musical reference. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
Gold, 14k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Gold Heart Pin
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
The line pattern catches and reflects the light. Very attractive. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
14k Gold
Enamel & Sterling Rainbow Trout Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
The front is an enamel figural "rainbow trout"; the reverse side is detailed with an enamel fishing lure. 1" in length. Very distinctive. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antiq...
Sterling Silver, Enamel
Happy Leaping Dolphin Gold Pin
Located in New York, NY
A happy playful piece of jewelry. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
Ruby, 14k Gold
Gold and Enamel Royal Flush Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Very handsome image. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Gold Brutalist Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
T-bar bar and closure for easy use. A bold strong look. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
Gold, 14k Gold
Gold Airplane Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
T-bar flip closure. 1" x 3/4." Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
14k Gold
White Gold and Diamond Bow Pin
Located in New York, NY
A unique and modern configuration. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable
Cartier Libra Zodiac Gold Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
The perfect gift for the Libra in your life. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
Gold, 18k Gold
Asprey Gold Horse Cufflinks
By Asprey
Located in New York, NY
Exceptionally handsome. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
Gold, 18k Gold
Fred Paris Wood Gold Cufflinks
By Fred
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 3/4 x 3/4". Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
18k Gold, Gold
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Star Pins
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Very decorative and dynamic as a pair. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry for over forty years.
Sterling Silver
Unavailable
David Webb Gold and Enamel Cufflinks
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Striking in color and design. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years
18k Gold
Bright Amethyst and Gold Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Solid and substantial. 2/3" square. Very attractive. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Enamel Gold Cufflinks
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A dynamic color combination. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Gold Watch Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Different, a conversation piece, fun to wear. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
Gold, 14k Gold
Gold and Diamond Dice Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
They are flat. 3/4" x 3/4." Very attractive. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Gold Stickpin with Letter A
Located in New York, NY
Shiny gold border; textured gold in center. 2 1/4" long. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
14k Gold
Heart-shaped Gold Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Most attractive -- and they send the perfect message. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest gold & diamond jewelry and silver for over 40 years.
14k Gold
Gold and Enamel Deakin & Francis Champagne Cufflinks
By Deakin & Francis
Located in New York, NY
Chain link closure. Cheers! Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Gold Reverse Crystal Golf Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Bright and handsome. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold
White Gold Onyx Diamond and Ruby Skull Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
The ultimate in skull jewelry. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unavailable
Tiffany & Co. Basket Weave Gold Cufflinks
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Solid gold ball closure. Very handsome. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest gold & diamond jewelry and silver for over 40 years.
18k Gold
Bass Fish Gold Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 1" x 3/4". Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
Gold, 14k Gold
Retro Tiffany & Co. Gold Bow Pin
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
In a fine-line pleated pattern. 14K yellow gold. 2 1/2" x 1 1/2." Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
14k Gold
DK Initial Gold Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
A special custom gift for the "DK" in your life. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
Gold, 14k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Gold Fish Pin
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Both have faceted sapphire eyes. 2 1/2"x 1 1/2." A charming piece of jewelry. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
Sapphire, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Trianon Gold Jadeite and Ruby Cufflinks
By Trianon
Located in New York, NY
They subtly catch the light and will pick up shades of fabric. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
Jade, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Cartier Love Knot Safety Pin
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Unusual in size, enhanced by being made with two colors of gold. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable
Tiffany & Co. Gold Cufflinks
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Strong and masculine. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over 40 years.
14k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Gold Fish Hook Cufflinks
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A perfect gift for the angler in your life. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
18k Gold
Gold New York City Subway Token Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Eye-catching and a great conversation piece. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
Gold, 14k Gold, Base Metal
Diamond Ruby Snake Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Set with brilliant faceted natural ruby eyes. 1 2/3" x 1 1/3." Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, 14k Gold
Gold and Bloodstone Tiffany & Co. Cufflinks
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Distinctive and handsome. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
14k Gold
Great Enamel Gold King of Hearts Cufflinks
Located in New York, NY
Perfect for your valentine. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over 40 years.
14k Gold
Gucci Large Enamel Sterling Silver Cufflinks
By Gucci
Located in New York, NY
Strong geometric look. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
Sterling Silver
Hermes Paris Gold Around-the-Cuff Cufflinks
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Crisp and classic. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
18k Gold
Cartier Paris Gold Cufflinks
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
" Easy to use and in impeccable taste. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
18k Gold
Adorable Sapphire Diamond Gold Frog Pin
Located in New York, NY
Colorful and appealing. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over 40 years.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Gemset Gold Fish Brooch by Cellino
By Cellino
Located in New York, NY
Cabochon ruby eye; faceted diamond set in tail. 1-1/3" x 1-13." Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold & diamond jewelry and silver for over 40 years.
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Pair of Pins --Gold and Jadeite Fish Swimming In The Sea
Located in New York, NY
Whimsical and charming. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty yeas.
Jade, Ruby, 18k Gold
David Webb Silver Gold Around-the-Cuff Cufflinks
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A very polished look. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over 40 years.
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Frog Pin in Gold with Diamonds and Sapphires
Located in New York, NY
Bright and charming. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Tiffany & Co. Extra Heavy Enamel Gold Cufflinks
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
These are exceptional. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
18k Gold
Beautiful Diamond Platinum Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful on a collar or a LBD. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over 40 years.
Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Ruby Gold Cufflinks
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
A bold strong look. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over 40 years.
Ruby, 14k Gold
Gold Dog and Dog House Clock Brooch
Located in New York, NY
A most charming piece of jewelry. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.
Ruby, 14k Gold
Unavailable
Tiffany & Co. Ruby Gold Cufflinks
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Deeply engraved radiating line pattern, set with a large faceted ruby. 14K yellow gold. 7/8"x 2/3" A beautiful cufflink. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamo...
14k Gold
$2,429
W 1.38 in L 1.58 in
Christian Dior Vintage 1966 Sapphire Crystals Blue Oval Peacock Eye Domed Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1966 Unisex Sapphire Navy Blue Oval Shining Clear Crystals Marquise Double Domed Peacock Eye Elegant Modernist Brooch, Silver Plated Very excellent condition....
Silver Plate
Vintage 1950’s 14kw Diamond and Pearl Floral Pin
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1950’s 14kw Diamond and Pearl Floral Pin - The pin contains one 7.5mm round saltwater cultured pearl with a fine luster. There are 12 round full cut diamonds and 12 single cu...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
Flower Brooch Victorian Antique 15ct Gold Pearl & Diamond, Circa 1880
Located in Buckingham , Buckinghamshire
An elegant Victorian Antique pearl and diamond floral spray brooch crafted in 15 carat yellow gold, dating to the late 19th century. Details • Period: Late Victorian, circa 1880–19...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold
Edwardian Pearl and 9 Carat Gold Flower Brooch
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This stunning brooch is adorned with pearls which are complimented perfectly by the bright yellow 9ct gold. On the back there is a pin. Brooch length: 40mm Weight: 3g
Pearl, Gold
$1,825
W 1.3 in D 0.24 in L 1.09 in
Textured Butterfly Brooch with Round Diamonds Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Elegance and nature converge in our exquisite yet simple butterfly brooch set in 18 karat gold. The brooch features wings adorned with textured grooves, creating a delicate interplay...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,331
W 0.71 in L 1.54 in
Antique C.1860 Blue Enamel and Rose Cut Diamond Navette Shaped Brooch in Gold
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Antique C.1860 Blue Enamel and Rose Cut Diamond Navette Shaped Brooch in Gold wonderful blue enamel with diamond detailing brooch, truly excellent! The item comes without the box...
Diamond, Gold, Enamel
Gold Crystal and Gem Set Large French Giardinetto Flower Brooch
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1970 18K Yellow and White Gold Giardinetto Brooch, measuring 2 5/8 inches in length and 1 1/2 inches wide. The Rock Crystal vase portion is set in White Gold and has diamond mo...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Camila Blue Sapphire Diamond Brooch
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Cast in 18K gold and sterling silver. A stunning brooch hand set in 3.78 carats blue sapphire and 2.46 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the lat...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
$156Sale Price|50% Off
Band Ring in Polished Sterling Silver
By Cristina Cipolli Jewellery
Located in London, Richmond
Unisex band ring with a minimalistic and bold design. Size UK M - US 6 1/2 in stock, more sizes available upon request, made to order items are not returnable. Perfect worn solo or h...
Sterling Silver, Silver
Vintage Art Deco gold silver tone rhinestone butterfly designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold silver tone with rhinestones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sku...
Vintage AVON signed silver gold tone pearls rhinestones flower designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed AVON • gold and silver tone with enamel and rhinestones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal sig...
JULIANA DELIZZA ELSTER vintage massive silver tone blue rhinestones brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned JULIANA DE LIZZA ELSTER • silver tone with glass stones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal sig...
Beautiful 1950s Large Blue Rhinestone Crystal Silver Tone Vintage 50s Brooch Pin
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful 1950s extra large blue rhinestone and crystal silver tone statement brooch pin ! Features lovely iridescent stones that give off the most beautiful shine when hit with ligh...
Fancy Color Diamond Gold Butterfly Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This flying proud butterfly brooch features 1.26 carats of round brilliant cut diamonds, fancy yellow and colorless. The fancy yellow diamonds are set in 18K yellow gold and the colo...
Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage gold tone blue rhinestones glass cabochon designer brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass cabochon and rhinestones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • 1 1/4" in diameter CONDITION • very good vintage condition with ...
$1,261
W 1.58 in L 1.58 in
Christian Dior 1950s Kramer Vintage Rare Sapphire Blue Cabochon Domed Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Kramer 1950s Vintage Unisex Whole Sparkling Crystals Sapphire Blue Navy Balls Cabochon Layers Openwork Circle Round Flower Domed Elegant Modernist Brooch, Black Silver...
Silver
$3,324Sale Price / item|20% Off
6.53 Carat Emerald Sapphire and Diamond Statement Cocktail Ring 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This statement ring features 6.53 Carat of vivid emerald cut emerald at the center, secured in a four prong 14k yellow gold setting. The emerald is framed by a halo of 0.31 carat rou...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,396Sale Price|20% Off
W 1.65 in Dm 7 in
Monica Coscioni Roma Ovoid Sculptural Bangle Bracelet Solid .925 Sterling Silver
By Monica Coscioni
Located in Miami, FL
Geometric bangle bracelet designed by Monica Coscioni. Beautiful and sleek contemporary piece, created in Orvieto Italy at the jewelry atelier of the designer Monica Coscioni. This...
Sterling Silver, Silver
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.