Antique Georgian Carnelian Intaglio Wax Seal Fob Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This striking antique Georgian fob wax sela pendant showcases a beautifully set oval carnelian
Carnelian, 9k Gold, Base Metal
Citrine Bird Carrying Mail Fob Seal Pendant "Depeche Vous" "Hurry Up" Victorian
Located in New York, NY
REPOUSSE FOB IN 10 KARAT GOLD WITH STUNNING REPOUSSE DETAILS. How wonderful to find this charming wax seal
Citrine, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Victorian Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bird Antique Fob Pendant Set
Located in Philadelphia, PA
from swiveling bales engraved with foliate motifs Tested as 18 karat gold Circa: 1840s Wax seal fob
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
$12,000
W 0.99 in D 0.75 in L 2.09 in
1676 Friedrich von Arenstorff Intaglio Fob wax Seal Rock Crystal Silver
Located in SE
Unique 17th century fob pendant in silver mount with 3 seals carved in solid rock crystal,in
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Silver
Antique von Aminoff 3 Intaglio Fob wax Seal Citrine solid 18K Gold / 8.7gr
Located in SE
18th - 19th-century fob pendant in solid 18K Yellow Gold mount with 3 intaglio seals skillfully
Citrine, 18k Gold
$2,701
H 1.54 in L 0.71 in
Antique Victorian Gold Chalcedony Fox Seal with Chased Split Ring Fob Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
An antique early Victorian 9ct gold seal fob pendant, showcasing intricate craftsmanship. This
Chalcedony, Gold, 9k Gold
Unavailable
Early Victorian Carved Wax Seal Fob
Located in New York, NY
A superb, extra-large silver and carved watch chain wax seal fob. The carved intaglio depicts a
Quartz, Sterling Silver
Unavailable
W 0.76 in D 0.65 in L 1.23 in
Antique 9ct Gold Large Seal Fob c1800 Heavy 9.1g 375 Purity Onyx Cameo Lady
Located in Camelford, GB
and lovely design. Style: Classic Wax Seal Fob fob set with gemstone intaglio. Gemstones: Rectangular
Onyx, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
10k Gold Georgian Watch Fob Wax Seal Necklace with Lemon Quartz
By The Artemisian
Located in Marlton, NJ
Georgian wax seal set with a vintage cushion cut lemon quartz. 30" repurposed 10k gold original
Quartz, 10k Gold
Antique Anti-Slavery Themed Carnelian Gold Crest Seal Fob
Located in Baltimore, MD
"PURUM PATIENTIA FRANCE". Notwithstanding the word "France" in the inscription, our wax seal fob is
Carnelian, 18k Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hunter Watch Fob Wax Seal Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hunter Watch Fob Wax Seal Pendant- This stunning watch fob features a hunter
Carnelian, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Chased Fob 14k Yellow Gold Carnelian Intaglio Wax Seal Horse
Located in Torrance, CA
set with a carnelian wax seal intaglio depicting a horse motif with the inscription 'Toujours Fidelle
Carnelian, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Bloodstone Sheep Fob
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A charming piece for the collector of fobs or wax seals, with a smooth oval disc of bloodstone
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 14k Gold Dragon Carnelian Wax Seal Fob
Located in Cape May, NJ
Antique Victorian 14k Gold Dragon Carnelian Wax Seal Fob. The piece is in great antique estate
Carnelian, 14k Gold
Vintage Carnelian Turtle Intaglio in New Yellow Gold "Wax Seal Fob" Ring
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
ring. Eytan wanted to reference the use of intaglios in making wax seals, so he shaped the shoulders
Carnelian, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Georgian Citrine Forget-Me-Not Flower Wax Seal Fob Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
remembrance. During the Georgian era, fobs were primarily used as seals for imprinting wax on letters or
Citrine, 10k Gold, Base Metal
HM B'ham 1906 Antique Carnelian and Bloodstone Spinning Wax Seal Fob 9 Karat
Located in Baltimore, MD
This spinning fob was traditionally found attached to a gentleman's watch chain, which are still
Carnelian, 9k Gold
Late Victorian Chalcedony Fob
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
15 karat yellow gold wax seal fob decorated with a hand carved scrolling design and anchored by a
Chalcedony, 15k Gold
Vintage Chanel Gripoix Charm Bracelet with Blue Pate de Verre Seal Fob 1990s
By Chanel
Located in Wilmslow, GB
Victoire de Castellane. Featuring large open chased gold plated links with an ornate wax seal style fob set
Antique Smokey Topaz Intaglio Gold Wax Seal Fob Pendant
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Antique 14k gold fob pendant, set with smokey topaz intaglio wax seal. Pendant measures 38mm
Topaz, 14k Gold
Antique Victorian Engraved Bloodstone and Carnelian Wax Seal Fob
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
with engraved Bloodstone (for wax seal) and Carnelian dating from the Victorian era with clear
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Barbie Limited Edition/ "French Setter"
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Barbie Limited Edition/ "French Setter". Robert Best / BFMC Signature Collection. Certificate of authenticity.
Victorian 14K Gold Fob Watch Chain
Located in New York, NY
A victorian 14K gold watch chain worn with a watch on one end, carrying a fob on the other. Of gold round and two sizes of rectangular links, ribbed and etched in an aesthetic taste....
14k Gold
$5,597Sale Price|20% Off
Size: IT40
VALENTINO BOUTIQUE Vintage Floral Beaded Black Silk Gown Ruffle Maxi Dress
By Valentino
Located in Leonardo, NJ
Valentino Boutique Vintage 100% silk Jet black silk with beautiful beads, sequins, and threading to create a romantic floral cascading pattern Double v-neck front and back with delic...
Antique Smokey Quartz and 9 Carat Gold Swivel Fob
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This mini swivel fob holds a smokey quartz stone and the frame is modelled out of 9ct gold and has stunning moulded detail and a grand moulded loop. Stone Width: 15mm Height includ...
Quartz, Gold
Antique Seal Sunflower Sunburst Motto Agate Bloodstone Gold Pendant Italy
Located in Munich, Bavaria
Wonderful example of an Empire gold seal with an Italian motto engraved in an oval bloodstone: "giamai ingrato". The intaglio depicts a field with a sunflower, a river or a lake, a s...
Agate, Gold
Victorian Antique Black Enamel and Yellow Gold Mourning Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique Victorian 1840s black enamel and 14 karat yellow gold mourning ring with hair; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine an...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Clematis Flower Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow Gold, Framed Wood Petals Accented by 3 Round Gold Beads Set a top a Flare Design. Circa - 1980's Approximate Length - 3" Approximate Width - 2" Signed - Van Cleef & Arpels
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Gold & Enamel Mourning Hair Locket Brooch Seed Pearls
Located in Wallkill, NY
Wonderful VICTORIAN 14K GOLD Mourning Pin Locket. This has a glass back that would have housed a lock of hair or a picture of your loved one that had passed on. Looks like it has not...
Onyx, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel
Robe and night-gown in pink nylon and tulle with gold Polka dots Schiaparelli
By Schiaparelli
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Robe and night-gown in pink nylon and tulle with gold Polka dots. The Robe is draped on the shoulders and close with gold metal buttons. The dress is draped on the bust with tulle sh...
9ct Gold Locket
Located in London, GB
9ct 375 Gold Large Heart Locket Beautiful Heart Locket with etched floral pattern by Fred Manshaw Ltd 1974 without glass inside - the image covers are very light plastic Fully Hallm...
Gold
ALEXANDER McQUEEN A/W 2007 "Witches" Black Red Silk Taffeta Bubble Evening Gown
By Alexander McQueen
Located in Thiensville, WI
Brand / Manufacturer: Alexander McQueen Collection: A/W 2007 "Witches" Designer: Alexander McQueen Style: Evening Gown Color(s): Shades of black, red Lined: Yes Marked Fabric Cont...
$5,995
W 1.88 in D 1 in L 2 in
Victorian Substantial Hand-Carved Carnelian Seal Pointer Dog Fob Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
A fob is an adornment or a seal that hangs from the ribbon or chain of a pocket watch. Its purpose is to decorate or add weight to the watch chain itself making it easier for the wat...
Carnelian, 14k Gold
Victorian 14K Gold Pocket Watch Chain Necklace with T-Bar
Located in Venice, CA
This 14k gold watch chain has a fabulous hollow link interwoven with tiny balls for an unusual variation of a curb link. The links are carved with a ribbed texture that give a matte ...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Christian Dior Runway/Editorial Tarot Gown Spring/Summer 2017 Size 34FR
By Christian Dior
Located in Saint Petersburg, FL
Christian Dior Runway/Editorial Tarot Gown Spring/Summer 2017 Size 34FR The dress is a runway sample and missing size and fabric tags. Measurements: Bust 32" Waist 24" Estimated to...
$144,000Sale Price|20% Off
GIA Certified 3ct Round-Cut Diamond Solitaire Signet Ring in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Jaipur, RJ
Commanding in presence and refined in detail, The Imperial Light solitaire signet ring is a masterclass in contemporary opulence. At its heart gleams a breathtaking 3-carat natural r...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Victorian Gold Saphiret Solitaire Ring
Located in New York, NY
Highly Unusual Victorian Gold Saphiret Solitaire Ring from the late 19th Century set in 14k gold. High crown setting on main saphiret crystal stone. Unusual to find this color change...
Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold
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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