Amethyst and Sterling Taxco Silver Brooch February Birthstone 1945
By Taxco
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful purple amethyst and sterling silver brooch from Taxco Mexico. The top portion consists of an elaborate ribbon design with raised dots and a circular amethyst followed by...
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
14 Karat Yellow Gold Birthstone Boy Pendant #23181
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14k Yellow Gold Birthstone Boy Pendant - This 14 karat yellow gold birthstone boy pendant sparkles with personal charm, a sweet keepsake that celebrates family, love, and timeless s...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Nouveau Australian Opal, Pearl and Diamond Lavalier Necklace in 14k Yellow
Located in Bloomington, MN
The curved openwork, floral details, pearl accents, and suspended opal drop reflect the naturalistic forms associated with Art Nouveau jewelry. Opal, the birthstone for October, is t...
Diamond, Opal, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
GIA Certified Natural Burma Ruby 3.59 Carats No Heat Carved Double Cabochon Gem
By OGI Ltd
Located in New York, NY
Perfect For Custom engagement rings Luxury pendant necklaces Collector gemstone portfolios Heirloom jewelry creations July birthstone gifts Anniversary and milestone cele...
Ruby
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Oval Shaped Amethyst Chevron Ring
Located in beverly hills, CA
A gorgeous piece of fine modern jewelry, featuring February's birthstone! Metal - 14k Yellow Gold Gemstone - Amethyst Gemstone Size - 6 x 3.8 mm Cut - Oval Total weight - 0.25 carat...
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco French Platinum and 1.30 Carat Cabochon Sugarloaf Sapphire Ring C.1920s
Located in New York, NY
As the Art Deco craze swept the fashion world of the 1920s, so too did the rise of costume jewelry. Brightly colored birthstones cut into ovals and sequentially arranged squares and ...
Sapphire, Platinum
Round Emerald Engagement Ring, Rose Gold, May Birthstone, Colombian Emerald
Located in Mission Viejo, CA
This round emerald engagement ring features about 1 carat for the center stone and 0.19 carats in diamonds for the halo. Emeralds are the most prized of the beryl gemstone family. O...
Diamond, Emerald, Rose Gold
Vintage 44.40 Carat Citrine 18K Yellow Gold Bangle From 1960
Located in Miami, FL
Citrine birthstone jewelry lovers take note—this is a rare find.
Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Blue Topaz and Diamond Ring December Birthstone
Located in Towson, MD
A stunning 6.07ct oval cut sky-blue topaz sits proudly at the center of this gorgeous ring. Both shoulders are set with four sparkly round diamonds, H-I color, VS2-SI1 clarity diamon...
Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
10 Karat Yellow Gold, Pearl and Diamond Ring, June Birthstone
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 10 karat yellow gold, pearl and diamond ring. This ring features three prong set, round bead white pearls surrounded by eight round cut diamonds weighing approximately .25 ...
Diamond, Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
14k WG, Blue Sapphire & Diamond Engagement Ring, September Birthstone Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
A 14 karat white gold, sapphire and diamond engagement ring. This ring features a half bezel set, oval cut sapphire weighing approximately 1 carat with a full cut round diamond on ei...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
W 0.25 in L 0.5 in
Opal Diamond Pendant, October Birthstone, Simple Opal Charm, 14K Gold
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 14 karat yellow gold opal and diamond pendant. This pendant features a prong set oval opal weighing approximately .75 carat with three full cut round diamonds weighing appr...
Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Women's 14KT Yellow Gold, Amethyst & Diamond Vine Ring, February Birthstone Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
The perfect complement to a solitaire ring. February birthstone band with a unique look sure to stand out among peers.
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
April Happiness Yellow Gold Enamel Spinel Taurus Zodiac Birthstone Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat yellow gold charm pendant designed as a gold disc with enamel inlay of 'ABRIL FELICIDAD' (April Happiness) with the zodiac symbol for Taurus and lily of the valley (meani...
Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
W 0.19 in L 0.25 in
Peridot Stud Earrings, 14K Gold, August Birthstone, Emerald Cut Stone Studs
Located in McLeansville, NC
A pair of vintage 14 karat yellow gold peridot stud earrings. These earrings feature prong set, baguette cut peridot stones weighing approximately .80 total carats with pierced push ...
Peridot, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
W 0.33 in L 6.75 in
Oval Multicolor Gemstone Bracelet, 14K Gold, Birthstones Dec Jan Aug Feb Nov
Located in Austin, TX
This colorful bracelet has a beautiful mix of birthstone colors in sturdy 14 karat yellow gold. The oval gemstones are blue topaz, garnet, peridot, amethyst, and citrine. These stone...
Citrine, Amethyst, Garnet, Peridot, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow ...
LeVian Aquamarine Diamond Ring, 14K Gold, March Birthstone, Le Vian Diamond Ring
By Le Vian
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 14 karat gold aquamarine and diamond ring designed by Le Vian. This ring features a prong set oval cut aquamarine weighing approximately 1.75 carat surrounded by a halo of ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl and Sapphire Flower Clip-On Earrings, June Birthstone
Located in McLeansville, NC
A pair of 14 karat yellow gold, pearl and sapphire flower clip on earrings. These earrings feature a floral motif centered on a lustrous white pearl surrounded by prong set, round cu...
Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold and .56 Carat Diamond Swirl Stud Earrings, April Birthstone
Located in McLeansville, NC
A pair of 14 karat yellow gold and diamond swirl stud earrings. These earrings feature a double row swirl motif centered on prong set full cut round diamonds and with prong set diamo...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14K White Gold Emerald Cut Aquamarine 16.24 carat and Diamond Ring Size 7.25
Located in New York, NY
Bridal or Anniversary Gift – symbolizing harmony and everlasting love. Birthstone Jewelry (March) – a meaningful treasure for March birthdays.
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold, Aquamarine and Diamond Ring, March Birthstone Ring
Located in McLeansville, NC
A 14 karat yellow gold, aquamarine and diamond ring. This ring features a prong set, oval cut light blue aquamarine with two rows of full cut round diamonds on either side and a slig...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
W 0.63 in D 0.2 in L 0.71 in
May Innocence Yellow Gold Enamel Spinel Gemini Zodiac Birthstone Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat yellow gold charm pendant designed as a gold disc with enamel inlay of 'MAYO INOCENCIA' (May Innocence) with the zodiac symbol for Gemini and the fleur de lis depiction o...
Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Art Deco Aquamarine Cross Pendant 1.50ct 14K March Birthstone Original 1940-1950
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from the 1940's-1950's Art Deco Aquamarine 1.50ct Cross 14K Yellow Gold Necklace Pendant Features 5 Gorgeous Baguette Aquamarine Gemstones Gold Flower i...
Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold, Pearl and Diamond Three-Stone Ring, June Birthstone
Located in McLeansville, NC
A 14 karat yellow gold, pearl and diamond three stone ring. This ring features a round bead, white pearl center stone with a full cut round diamond on either side and a slightly tape...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Paco Rabanne Silver Metal Mesh Tank Top
By Paco Rabanne
Located in Nice, FR
PACO RABANNE silver metal mesh tank top. Rectangular metal label reads PACO RABANNE. Indicative measurements taken laid flat : length approx 47 cm (18.50 inches). Photographed...
Emmanuelle Khanh White Silk Blouse Shirt 1980s
By Emmanuelle Kahn
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous white silk organza blouse, shirt, top by Emmanuelle Khanh. It is double breasted with large mother of pearl buttons and a large notched portrait collar. The long, full r...
Estate Panther Wraparound Bracelet 18k Gold Diamond Sapphire Emerald
Located in Orlando, FL
Estate Panther Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold with Diamonds, Blue Sapphires & Emerald Eyes An exceptional and highly sculptural panther bracelet, masterfully crafted in rich 18K yel...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
W 76.78 in L 76.78 in
Choker, Swan, Sterling Silver, Handmade, Italy
By K-OVER
Located in Firenze, IT
The “Swan” choker is part of our jewelry collection. All our sterling silver pieces of jewelry are handmade: it means that none is like the other. As a matter of fact, our aim is to ...
Sterling Silver
Edwardian Old Cut Diamond Foliate Scroll Tiara in Silver and Gold
Located in London, England
A truly elegant Edwardian old cut diamond tiara set in silver and gold, circa 1910. This beautifully handcrafted tiara is composed of a number of elegant foliate scroll motifs, com...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Natural Uncut Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Stacking Band Ring Gift for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Natural Uncut Diamond Stacking Band Ring in 18K Gold symbolizes the everlasting love between a couple. It shows the infinite love you have for your partner. The round shape represent...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
W 2.5 in L 16.5 in
Jade and Sterling Silver Choker
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous substantial silver and jade choker necklace. The front bib portion is comprised of layers of silver in different shapes on top of one another with a large rounded jade sto...
Jade, Sterling Silver
TRIFARI crown signed vintage gold tone pearls flower designer brooch
By Trifari
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed TRIFARI crown • gold tone with faux pearls • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear Sk...
Gucci Off White Silk Shirtwaist Maxi Dress with Tie Belt
By Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
An incredible off white silk maxi shirtwaist style maxi dress from Gucci. It has a notched collar, 4 front flap patch pockets (2 chest, 2 hip) and a matching tie belt. There are Guc...
Amethyst and Silver Art Deco Geometric Brooch Earrings Set 1930s
Located in Water Mill, NY
A beautiful brooch and clip on earring set in sterling silver and Amethyst. It is a geometric design of overlapping silver angles in 2 different textures with a center round amethys...
Sterling Silver
Size: 38
Celine Silk Tuxedo Suit 1990s
By Celine
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous black silk pants and jacket suit by Celine. The suit has a subtle tuxedo influence via a matching slightly shiny narrow line of silk along each shoulder extending down to ...
Pierre Balmain White Bodycon Dress
By Pierre Balmain, Balmain
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous white body conscious bandage dress from Pierre Balmain. It has long sleeves, a square cut neckline, and fabulous ribbed panels accentuating the waist and bust. It is unl...
Prada Blue Silk Top with Neck Drape
By Miuccia Prada, Prada
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous navy blue silk top from Prada. It is semi fitted, sleeveless with a crew neck. An 11" drape falls from one side of the neckline. It has a back invisible zipper. Fits siz...
Taxco Mexico Vintage Turquoise Inlaid Silver Necklace and Earrings Stamped Set
By Taxco Mexico
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous Mexican Sterling silver necklace and earrings set. The necklace consist of sterling tubes alternating with sterling balls draping in the front with gradated elongated tri...
Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
Gucci New with Tags Silk Maxi Dress SS 2014
By Frida Giannini, Gucci
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous pumpkin silk maxi dress by Frida Giannini for Gucci. It has long sleeves, a small Mandarin collar, long sleeves with button cuffs, and a button front to the waist Four bu...
Belle Epoque Amethyst Festoon Necklace Sterling Silver Antique Art Nouveau
Located in New York, NY
INDULGE IN A RARE MUSEUM QUALITY ART NOUVEAU - BELLE EPOQUE FESTOON NECKLACE WITH THE MOST GORGEOUS NATURAL OVAL AND ROUND SHAPE AMETHYST GEMS SET IN A GORGEOUS SCROLL AND BEADED NEC...
Amethyst, Sterling 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.
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