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14K Yellow Gold Amethyst Diamond Stud Earrings, 3.55ct Total Weight
14K Yellow Gold Amethyst Diamond Stud Earrings, 3.55ct Total Weight

14K Yellow Gold Amethyst Diamond Stud Earrings, 3.55ct Total Weight

Located in Palm Desert, CA

cabochon 3.25ct with three round 2.5mm diamonds along the the wide gold bezel. The diamonds have a total

Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Retro Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

White Round Brilliant Diamond and Amethyst Hoop Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
White Round Brilliant Diamond and Amethyst Hoop Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold

White Round Brilliant Diamond and Amethyst Hoop Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold

By MOGULDIAM INC

Located in New York, NY

custom made in 18 K white gold by moguldiam Inc. The measurement is 1 inch long and 3/4 inch wide. Gold

Category

2010s American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Loop Weave Link Gold Statement Bracelet
Vintage Loop Weave Link Gold Statement Bracelet

Vintage Loop Weave Link Gold Statement Bracelet

Located in Montreal, QC

Simply Beautiful! Elegant and finely detailed Oscar Worthy Loop Weave 11.5mm Wide Gold Link

Category

Late 20th Century Modernist Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Estate Baccarat Eldorado Neoclassical Style Crystal and Gold Decanter
Rare Estate Baccarat Eldorado Neoclassical Style Crystal and Gold Decanter

Rare Estate Baccarat Eldorado Neoclassical Style Crystal and Gold Decanter

By Baccarat

Located in New York, NY

the center of the body with a wide band of gold foliate interconnected scrolls centered between a pair

Category

20th Century French Neoclassical Barware

Materials

Crystal

5 Row Round and Baguette Diamond Statement Gold Band Vintage Ring
5 Row Round and Baguette Diamond Statement Gold Band Vintage Ring

5 Row Round and Baguette Diamond Statement Gold Band Vintage Ring

Located in Montreal, QC

Simply Beautiful! Vintage Oscar Worthy Round and Baguette Diamond 9.5mm Wide Gold Band Ring. Five

Category

Late 20th Century Modernist Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold Cuff Bracelet with Sapphires and Moonstones
14K Yellow Gold Cuff Bracelet with Sapphires and Moonstones

14K Yellow Gold Cuff Bracelet with Sapphires and Moonstones

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

totaling approximately 14.37 carats. The gemstones are set in an alternating pattern across the wide gold

Category

Vintage 1980s Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Moonstone, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Wide Diamond Gold Bracelet
Wide Diamond Gold Bracelet

Wide Diamond Gold Bracelet

Located in Geneva, CH

in 18kt Yellow Gold. This exquisite piece of jewelry is a true representation of elegance and luxury

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Bold Hammered Amethyst Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Bold Hammered Amethyst Ring in 14k Yellow Gold

Bold Hammered Amethyst Ring in 14k Yellow Gold

Located in Bloomington, MN

look. Its wide gold presence and clean geometry make it an eye-catching statement ring with a modern

Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Japanese Shakudo 14 Karat Yellow Gold Heart Bird Antique Ring
Victorian Japanese Shakudo 14 Karat Yellow Gold Heart Bird Antique Ring

Victorian Japanese Shakudo 14 Karat Yellow Gold Heart Bird Antique Ring

Located in Philadelphia, PA

oxidized silver and gold Depicting a gold flying bird with sprawling wings and tail Set by wide gold tab

Category

Antique 1870s Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Classic Garnet Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Classic Garnet Ring in 14k Yellow Gold

Classic Garnet Ring in 14k Yellow Gold

Located in Bloomington, MN

arranged in a clustered design across a wide gold band, giving the piece a bold look with a warm

Category

Late 20th Century Retro Band Rings

Materials

Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi Strand Tennis Bracelet 14 Karat White 20 Carats
Multi Strand Tennis Bracelet 14 Karat White 20 Carats

Multi Strand Tennis Bracelet 14 Karat White 20 Carats

By Belfiore Jewelry

Located in Great Neck, NY

14K wide gold tennis bracelet. This multi strand bracelet is manufactured in Italy. This bracelet

Category

2010s Italian Modern Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

New Gucci GG Logo Web Mules Heels Size 37C
New Gucci GG Logo Web Mules Heels Size 37C

New Gucci GG Logo Web Mules Heels Size 37C

By Gucci

Located in Conroe, TX

Size: 37 C (these run wide) * Gold Grommets * Gold Bullets * Cream Leather Accents * 3.25" Heel

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Shoes

Monumental Oil on Canvas Painting / Portrait, 19th Century
Monumental Oil on Canvas Painting / Portrait, 19th Century

Monumental Oil on Canvas Painting / Portrait, 19th Century

Located in Berlin, DE

19th century. Wide gold frame. Illustration of a veiled woman in a thoughtful pose. Impressively

Category

Antique 19th Century Dutch Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Rug
Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Rug

Early 20th Century Chinese Art Deco Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

field surrounded by a wide gold border, and all overlaid with myriad flowers including peonies

Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

Vintage Moroccan Rug
Vintage Moroccan Rug

Vintage Moroccan Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

colors ground with a wide gold stripe running the length, and a wider dark indigo stipe running the width.

Category

Late 20th Century Moroccan Modern Moroccan and North African Rugs

Materials

Wool

1970S  Wide Peridot Diamond 18K Gold Wide Cuff Bangle Bracelet
1970S  Wide Peridot Diamond 18K Gold Wide Cuff Bangle Bracelet

1970S Wide Peridot Diamond 18K Gold Wide Cuff Bangle Bracelet

Located in Miami, FL

A finely made gold wide-cuff bangle bracelet, with timeless elegance, and a royalty-inspired look

Category

Vintage 1970s Modern Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold

Wide Diamond Pink Gold Bangle
Wide Diamond Pink Gold Bangle

Wide Diamond Pink Gold Bangle

Located in Geneva, CH

Elevate your style with this exquisite bangle crafted in 18kt pink gold, radiating elegance and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamond White Gold Wide Bracelet
Diamond White Gold Wide Bracelet

Diamond White Gold Wide Bracelet

Located in Geneva, CH

Wide bracelet in 18kt white gold set with 615 diamonds 47.91 cts   

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14k White Gold 1.25ctw Diamond Wide Stack Style Look Wide Band Ring
14k White Gold 1.25ctw Diamond Wide Stack Style Look Wide Band Ring

14k White Gold 1.25ctw Diamond Wide Stack Style Look Wide Band Ring

Located in Montclair, NJ

Clarity - 1.25ctw (approx.) Material: Solid 14k White Gold Weight: 11.09 Grams Ring Size: 5.5 (fitted on

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Gump's Amethyst Cabochon and Diamond Earrings
Yellow Gold Gump's Amethyst Cabochon and Diamond Earrings

Yellow Gold Gump's Amethyst Cabochon and Diamond Earrings

Located in Palm Desert, CA

bezel-set amethyst cabochon at their center, surrounded by a wide gold bezel adorned with 12 round

Category

Early 2000s Unknown Retro Stud Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bold Cluster Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Bold Cluster Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold

Bold Cluster Diamond Ring in 14k Yellow Gold

Located in Bloomington, MN

the top, with a total weight of 10.72 grams. The wide gold shank provides a comfortable, confident

Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Wide Diamond Pink Gold Bracelet
Wide Diamond Pink Gold Bracelet

Wide Diamond Pink Gold Bracelet

Located in Geneva, CH

Bracelet or rose 18ct serti de 551 diamants 11.61 cts 

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18K Gold Diamond Wide Band Ring
18K Gold Diamond Wide Band Ring

18K Gold Diamond Wide Band Ring

Located in New York, NY

18K Gold Diamond Wide Band Ring Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

David Webb 1980's Jade Diamond Enamel Platinum 18K Gold Floral Vintage Band Ring
David Webb 1980's Jade Diamond Enamel Platinum 18K Gold Floral Vintage Band Ring

David Webb 1980's Jade Diamond Enamel Platinum 18K Gold Floral Vintage Band Ring

By David Webb

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a fluted wide gold band glossed with opaque black enamel Centering an oval shaped jade

Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel

18K Yellow Gold Diamond Honeycomb Band Ring Size 8
18K Yellow Gold Diamond Honeycomb Band Ring Size 8

18K Yellow Gold Diamond Honeycomb Band Ring Size 8

By Unbranded

Located in New York, NY

wide gold band is finished with a high polish and gently tapers toward the back for a comfortable

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

1990's  18K Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Bangle Bracelet
1990's  18K Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Bangle Bracelet

1990's 18K Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Bangle Bracelet

Located in Miami, FL

wide gold panels showcase elegant scrollwork, framed with a rope motif edge for a luxurious vintage

Category

Vintage 1980s American Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Italian Fancy Gold Wide Link Bracelet
Italian Fancy Gold Wide Link Bracelet

Italian Fancy Gold Wide Link Bracelet

Located in Stamford, CT

Experience the epitome of 1970's elegance with our Italian fancy gold 14mm wide link bracelet, a

Category

Late 20th Century Link Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Gold Coral Pearl Wide Bracelet
Gold Coral Pearl Wide Bracelet

Gold Coral Pearl Wide Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

18k yellow gold 5 row coral bead bracelet. Corals are approx. 9.5-10mm, pearls on the clasp

Category

20th Century More Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Pearl, Gold

22.15cts Wide 6-Row Diamond Gold Eternity Wide Band Ring – Size 5.25
22.15cts Wide 6-Row Diamond Gold Eternity Wide Band Ring – Size 5.25

22.15cts Wide 6-Row Diamond Gold Eternity Wide Band Ring – Size 5.25

By Tallarico

Located in Miami, FL

18K Yellow Gold Wide 6-Row Diamond Eternity Band Ring 22.15 Carats Size 5.25 This luxurious 18K

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

18k Gold Fancy Wide Link Bracelet
18k Gold Fancy Wide Link Bracelet

18k Gold Fancy Wide Link Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

18k Gold Fancy Wide Link Bracelet Details: Material: 18k gold Length: 18cm (7.08in) Inner

Category

20th Century Link Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage 14K Gold Wide Omega Necklace
Vintage 14K Gold Wide Omega Necklace

Vintage 14K Gold Wide Omega Necklace

Located in Venice, CA

As stylish now as it was in the 1980’s, this wide omega link necklace offers sleek style and flair

Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-Century Rose Gold Wide Bracelet
Mid-Century Rose Gold Wide Bracelet

Mid-Century Rose Gold Wide Bracelet

Located in Stamford, CT

1950's 1.25 Inch wide 18k rose gold bracelet from Argentina. Figure 8 safety chain. 7.25 inches in

Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18k Yellow Gold Wide Mesh Bracelet
18k Yellow Gold Wide Mesh Bracelet

18k Yellow Gold Wide Mesh Bracelet

Located in Stamford, CT

1.75 Inch wide 1970's 18k yellow gold mesh bracelet with a pattern of textured and high gloss links

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Wide Pink Gold and Diamond Bracelet
Wide Pink Gold and Diamond Bracelet

Wide Pink Gold and Diamond Bracelet

Located in Geneva, CH

Wide bracelet in 18kt pink gold set with 3510 diamonds 48.29 cts. Length: 19.30 centimeters (7.60

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Wide Cocktail ring 14KT yellow gold
Wide Cocktail ring 14KT yellow gold

Wide Cocktail ring 14KT yellow gold

Located in Boca Raton, FL

Pretty wide ring with popular pattern in 14KT gold! Ring can be re-sized! Metal Type: 14KT

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Wide Hoop Earrings #24777
14K Yellow Gold Wide Hoop Earrings #24777

14K Yellow Gold Wide Hoop Earrings #24777

Located in Washington Depot, CT

14K Yellow Gold Wide Hoop Resin Filled Earrings - Make a statement with these chunky resin filled

Category

20th Century Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14K Gold Ancient Coin Flip Ring
Vintage 14K Gold Ancient Coin Flip Ring

Vintage 14K Gold Ancient Coin Flip Ring

Located in Venice, CA

with either side facing up. The wide gold bezel and small ribbed details along the sides of the band

Category

20th Century Israeli Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Bronze

Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Wide Bracelet
Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Wide Bracelet

Tiffany & Co. 18K Yellow Gold Wide Bracelet

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Chicago, IL

An elegant estate bracelet by Tiffany & Co., crafted in rich 18-karat yellow gold. This

Category

Early 2000s American Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Retro 1940s Gold Wide Bracelet
French Retro 1940s Gold Wide Bracelet

French Retro 1940s Gold Wide Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

Retro , circa 1940s French made wide bracelet, crafted in 18k yellow gold. Bracelet is 7.5" long

Category

Vintage 1940s French Retro Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold

Amethyst Gold Wide Eternity Band Ring
Amethyst Gold Wide Eternity Band Ring

Amethyst Gold Wide Eternity Band Ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

A modern and stylish wide eternity band featuring 12.90 carats of amethyst of light and dark colors

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Band Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Gorgeous Chinese Art Deco Rug
Gorgeous Chinese Art Deco Rug

Gorgeous Chinese Art Deco Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

chrysanthemums in each corner on dark indigo background. The border is exciting with a wide gold stripe with a

Category

Vintage 1920s Chinese Art Deco Chinese and East Asian Rugs

Materials

Wool

18k Yellow Gold Emerald Wide Bangle
18k Yellow Gold Emerald Wide Bangle

18k Yellow Gold Emerald Wide Bangle

Located in Guaynabo, PR

This is an 18K yellow gold and emerald hinged wide bangle. Two long engraved branches adorned with

Category

20th Century Unknown Victorian Bangles

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Wide Bamboo Link Wide Bracelet 63.9 Grams 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Vintage Wide Bamboo Link Wide Bracelet 63.9 Grams 18 Karat Yellow Gold

Vintage Wide Bamboo Link Wide Bracelet 63.9 Grams 18 Karat Yellow Gold

By Harbor Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

18 Karat Yellow gold bracelet featuring a Bamboo motif link weighing 63.9 grams. More link

Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Paloma Picasso for Tiffany Fire Opal and 18k Gold Necklace Circa 1981
Paloma Picasso for Tiffany Fire Opal and 18k Gold Necklace Circa 1981

Paloma Picasso for Tiffany Fire Opal and 18k Gold Necklace Circa 1981

By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.

Located in Weston, MA

opal is electric, almost neon, and seems lit from within. It is set inside a 0.25 inch wide gold bezel

Category

Vintage 1980s Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Fire Opal, 18k Gold

Cartier 18k Gold Wide Wedding Band Ring
Cartier 18k Gold Wide Wedding Band Ring

Cartier 18k Gold Wide Wedding Band Ring

By Cartier

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This classic vintage Cartier wide band ring is crafted in 18 karat gold and offers a timeless

Category

Vintage 1940s Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold

CHANEL Vintage Gold Wide Cuff Camelia Bracelet
CHANEL Vintage Gold Wide Cuff Camelia Bracelet

CHANEL Vintage Gold Wide Cuff Camelia Bracelet

By Chanel

Located in Bellevue, WA

DETAILS: Hallmark: CHANEL Made in France Gold Plated The bracelet is in good condition showing

Category

Antique 19th Century Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Gold

Seed Opal Psi Omega Shield Ring in 14k Yellow Gold
Seed Opal Psi Omega Shield Ring in 14k Yellow Gold

Seed Opal Psi Omega Shield Ring in 14k Yellow Gold

Located in Bloomington, MN

striking contrast. The wide gold band adds substance, while the symbolic shield motif gives the piece a

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Signet Rings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

260g 18k textured gold wide cuff bangle
260g 18k textured gold wide cuff bangle

260g 18k textured gold wide cuff bangle

By LÖF

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Our statement Édith texture in a weighty 260g 18k Solid Gold Cuff set with a 2ct antique pear

Category

2010s American Art Deco Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Wide Diamond Cluster Gold Band Ring
Wide Diamond Cluster Gold Band Ring

Wide Diamond Cluster Gold Band Ring

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

looking finish. Made in 18k yellow gold and ready to be worn. Ring Size 7

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cleopatra Wide 19MM Bracelet 14k Yellow Gold
Cleopatra Wide 19MM Bracelet 14k Yellow Gold

Cleopatra Wide 19MM Bracelet 14k Yellow Gold

Located in Sugar Land, TX

♥ Product Summary ♥ Details: Cleopatra Wide 19MM Bracelet Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 21 grams

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Link Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Wide Garnet Band/Ring
14k Yellow Gold Wide Garnet Band/Ring

14k Yellow Gold Wide Garnet Band/Ring

Located in Bernardsville, NJ

Material: 14k Yellow Gold Gemstone: Garnet 3.50 cttw Size: 8 Weight: 12.7 grams Exquisite wide

Category

Vintage 1970s Band Rings

Materials

Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Wide Gold For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact piece of wide gold you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect item from our selection of wide gold may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing choice in our collection of wide gold — no matter the origin — is easy, but Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and LB Exclusive each produced a popular version that is worth a look. Take a look at an object in our assortment of wide gold featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and brilliant cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our wide gold for sale are for women, but there are 19223 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Wide Gold?

The price for a piece of wide gold starts at $1 and tops out at $2,500,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $2,484.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.