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Antique French Enamel Charm of 18k Gold
Antique French Enamel Charm of 18k Gold

Antique French Enamel Charm of 18k Gold

Located in Lewisburg, PA

its charm or collectability. Antique articulated charms of this complexity are exceedingly scarce

Category

Antique Late 19th Century Charm Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel

TJD 1.0 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Aquatic Life Charm Bracelet
TJD 1.0 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Aquatic Life Charm Bracelet

TJD 1.0 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Aquatic Life Charm Bracelet

By TJD

Located in New York, NY

pavé setting. The articulated charms create graceful movement, adding dimension and personality to the

Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Articulated Piano Charm #17804
14K Yellow Gold Articulated Piano Charm #17804

14K Yellow Gold Articulated Piano Charm #17804

Located in Washington Depot, CT

14K Yellow Gold Piano Charm - This miniature piece celebrates the elegance of music and is

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold

9 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Clown Charm #18845
9 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Clown Charm #18845

9 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Clown Charm #18845

Located in Washington Depot, CT

9 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Clown Charm- This jolly clown charm is completely articulated with

Category

20th Century Charm Bracelets

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Articulated Nantucket Lightship Basket Charm #24555
14K Yellow Gold Articulated Nantucket Lightship Basket Charm #24555

14K Yellow Gold Articulated Nantucket Lightship Basket Charm #24555

Located in Washington Depot, CT

14K Yellow Gold Articulated Nantucket Lightship Basket Charm- A beautifully detailed 14K yellow

Category

20th Century Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Articulated Slot Machine Charm #17607
14K Yellow Gold Articulated Slot Machine Charm #17607

14K Yellow Gold Articulated Slot Machine Charm #17607

Located in Washington Depot, CT

14K Yellow Gold Slot Machine Charm - Add this miniature replica to any bracelet or chain for a

Category

20th Century Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

10 Karat Yellow Gold Baseball Glove And Articulated Ball Charm #22252
10 Karat Yellow Gold Baseball Glove And Articulated Ball Charm #22252

10 Karat Yellow Gold Baseball Glove And Articulated Ball Charm #22252

Located in Washington Depot, CT

10 Karat Yellow Gold Baseball Glove And Articulated Ball Charm Detailed, dynamic, and golden

Category

20th Century Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Louis Vuitton Black Large Articulated Bracelet
Louis Vuitton Black Large Articulated Bracelet

Louis Vuitton Black Large Articulated Bracelet

By Louis Vuitton

Located in Paris, FR

Louis Vuitton Black large articulated bracelet featuring a gold-tone base, strass at sides, a

Category

2010s French Charm Bracelets

Vintage 1970s Yellow Gold Articulated Fish Charm
Vintage 1970s Yellow Gold Articulated Fish Charm

Vintage 1970s Yellow Gold Articulated Fish Charm

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

crafted in 9k yellow gold. The substantial fully articulated charm has been realistically modelled in the

Category

20th Century British Models and Miniatures

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Mixed Gold Egyptian Revival Enamel Watch Chatelaine Brooch
Antique Victorian Mixed Gold Egyptian Revival Enamel Watch Chatelaine Brooch

Antique Victorian Mixed Gold Egyptian Revival Enamel Watch Chatelaine Brooch

Located in New York, NY

enamel miniatures and complete with articulated charms, tassels and pocket watch. Approximate Weight

Category

Antique 19th Century American Victorian Brooches

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

MISANI White Gold and Leather Multi-Gem Charm Necklace with Pearls and diamonds
MISANI White Gold and Leather Multi-Gem Charm Necklace with Pearls and diamonds

MISANI White Gold and Leather Multi-Gem Charm Necklace with Pearls and diamonds

Located in BILBAO, ES

centered by sculptural white gold elements and a composition of articulated charms. The necklace is

Category

Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amber, Amethyst, Citrine, Brown Diamond, Garnet, Natural Pearl, Blue Top...

Victorian British Gold Pin Collection Charms Shoe Cuckoo Clock, 1890
Victorian British Gold Pin Collection Charms Shoe Cuckoo Clock, 1890

Victorian British Gold Pin Collection Charms Shoe Cuckoo Clock, 1890

Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv

A rare and highly charming Victorian British Gold Pin with a collection of three articulated charms

Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold

Articulated Clown, Shoes & Disc 14K Charm Bracelet
Articulated Clown, Shoes & Disc 14K Charm Bracelet

Articulated Clown, Shoes & Disc 14K Charm Bracelet

Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY

oval links. A standout charm in the form of a small, detailed articulated clown figure dangles from the

Category

Vintage 1960s Link Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold

18K Gold Victorian Articulated Cannon Charm with Coral
18K Gold Victorian Articulated Cannon Charm with Coral

18K Gold Victorian Articulated Cannon Charm with Coral

Located in Venice, CA

This 18k gold Victorian charm is shaped like a cannon, with articulated moving parts that allow the

Category

Antique Early 1900s Italian Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Slot Machine Charm
14 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Slot Machine Charm

14 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Slot Machine Charm

Located in Washington Depot, CT

14 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Slot Machine Charm- Jackpot! This lovely 3D charm features a

Category

20th Century More Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

House of Sol Articulated Fish Charm Gold Filled Silver
House of Sol Articulated Fish Charm Gold Filled Silver

House of Sol Articulated Fish Charm Gold Filled Silver

Located in Sarasota, FL

- A dynamic fish charm, crafted with 1-micron 24k gold filled over 925 sterling silver - The

Category

2010s Turkish Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold-filled, Silver

Vintage 9ct Gold, Articulated Lucky Fish Pendant Charm, Circa 1960s
Vintage 9ct Gold, Articulated Lucky Fish Pendant Charm, Circa 1960s

Vintage 9ct Gold, Articulated Lucky Fish Pendant Charm, Circa 1960s

Located in Brighton, GB

charm. This large pendant showcases a beautifully detailed articulated body. The pendant measures

Category

Mid-20th Century English Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Vintage 9ct Gold Stamped, 1970s Articulated Lucky Fish Pendant Charm
Vintage 9ct Gold Stamped, 1970s Articulated Lucky Fish Pendant Charm

Vintage 9ct Gold Stamped, 1970s Articulated Lucky Fish Pendant Charm

Located in Brighton, GB

embodies timeless charm. This fabulous pendant showcases a beautifully detailed articulated body, each gill

Category

Late 20th Century English Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Large Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Articulated Lucky Fish Charm Pendant
Large Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Articulated Lucky Fish Charm Pendant

Large Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Articulated Lucky Fish Charm Pendant

Located in London, GB

A very large vintage 18 karat (18K) yellow gold good luck charm pendant designed as a lucky

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Articulated Birthday Cake Charm with Candle #19615
14K Yellow Gold Articulated Birthday Cake Charm with Candle #19615

14K Yellow Gold Articulated Birthday Cake Charm with Candle #19615

Located in Washington Depot, CT

14 Karat Yellow Gold "Happy Birthday" Pendant/Charm This charming pendant features a round design

Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Skier Pendant Articulated Diamond Eyes 14k Yellow Gold Charm Jewelry
Vintage Skier Pendant Articulated Diamond Eyes 14k Yellow Gold Charm Jewelry

Vintage Skier Pendant Articulated Diamond Eyes 14k Yellow Gold Charm Jewelry

Located in Torrance, CA

lifelike Skier pendant is articulated with movement to the head, arms and lower legs. A fun pendant for the

Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior Boutique Vintage Gold Toned Charms Bracelet
Christian Dior Boutique Vintage Gold Toned Charms Bracelet

Christian Dior Boutique Vintage Gold Toned Charms Bracelet

By Christian Dior

Located in Nice, FR

CHRISTIAN DIOR Boutique vintage rare gold toned articulated bracelet embellished with charms

Category

20th Century French Link Bracelets

Materials

Gilt Metal

Ritzy Couture DeLuxe Christmas Tree Earrings Holiday Charm 22K Gold Plated
Ritzy Couture DeLuxe Christmas Tree Earrings Holiday Charm 22K Gold Plated

Ritzy Couture DeLuxe Christmas Tree Earrings Holiday Charm 22K Gold Plated

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Ritzy Couture DeLuxe Seasonal Splendor Christmas tree charm earrings by original designer Esme

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Brass

Ritzy Couture DeLuxe Christmas Tree Charm Brooch 22K Gold Plated Statement Pin
Ritzy Couture DeLuxe Christmas Tree Charm Brooch 22K Gold Plated Statement Pin

Ritzy Couture DeLuxe Christmas Tree Charm Brooch 22K Gold Plated Statement Pin

Located in Santa Monica, CA

Christmas tree form with articulated dangling charm ornaments including candy cane, wrapped gift present

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Crystal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass

Lady Man Pendant Charm Rose Quartz Pearl 14 Karat Gold Antique Retro
Lady Man Pendant Charm Rose Quartz Pearl 14 Karat Gold Antique Retro

Lady Man Pendant Charm Rose Quartz Pearl 14 Karat Gold Antique Retro

Located in New York, NY

THIS IS A WONDERFUL JEWELED ANTIQUE ART DECO - RETRO PENDANT OR CHARM IN THE FORM OF A LADY OR MAN

Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lady Man Pendant Charm Necklace Black Onyx Pearl 14 Karat Gold Antique Retro
Lady Man Pendant Charm Necklace Black Onyx Pearl 14 Karat Gold Antique Retro

Lady Man Pendant Charm Necklace Black Onyx Pearl 14 Karat Gold Antique Retro

Located in New York, NY

COULD MAKE EARRINGS OF THE TWO! THE CHARM IS FULLY ARTICULATED OR JOINTED. IT IS 14 KARAT GOLD. The

Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1950s
Italian Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1950s

Italian Mid-Century Table Lamp, 1950s

Located in Marinha Grande, PT

collectors. This authentic, unrestored finish gives the piece exceptional vintage charm. The articulated

Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Mid-Century Modern Table Lamps

Materials

Metal, Brass

Chanel cc bracelet
Chanel cc bracelet

Chanel cc bracelet

By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel

Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR

CHANEL - (Made in France) Golden metal articulated bracelet with cc charms. A 2cc3 Collection from

Category

1990s French Link Bracelets

Panther Sapphire Diamond Emerald 18K Gold Cat Brooch
Panther Sapphire Diamond Emerald 18K Gold Cat Brooch

Panther Sapphire Diamond Emerald 18K Gold Cat Brooch

Located in Miami, FL

radiates bold brilliance. The panther’s articulated tail adds lifelike charm and movement. Measuring 3

Category

Vintage 1960s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Chain Cuff Bracelet Ruby Cross
Chain Cuff Bracelet Ruby Cross

Chain Cuff Bracelet Ruby Cross

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

-plated brass • Gemstone: Natural ruby (set in cross charm) • Design: Sculptural articulated chain cuff

Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass

Antique Chinese Export Porcelain Monkey, Likely Qing Dynasty w/ Paperwork
Antique Chinese Export Porcelain Monkey, Likely Qing Dynasty w/ Paperwork

Antique Chinese Export Porcelain Monkey, Likely Qing Dynasty w/ Paperwork

Located in Atlanta, GA

expressive modeling, with a broad snout, furrowed brows, and articulated limbs, evokes both charm and

Category

Antique 19th Century Chinese Chinese Export Ceramics

Materials

Porcelain

Midcentury Yellow Gold Bracelet with Gemset Articulated Double-Sided Heart Charm
Midcentury Yellow Gold Bracelet with Gemset Articulated Double-Sided Heart Charm

Midcentury Yellow Gold Bracelet with Gemset Articulated Double-Sided Heart Charm

Located in Lombard, IL

gold articulated double sided heart charm with one side set with rubies and the other side set with

Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Charm Bracelets

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ouroboros 18kt Gold Snake Charm
Ouroboros 18kt Gold Snake Charm

Ouroboros 18kt Gold Snake Charm

Located in London, GB

OUROBOROS hand made articulated snake in 18kt gold charm pendant. Matt and high polish options

Category

2010s British Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage oversize wrinkled disc charm necklace
YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage oversize wrinkled disc charm necklace

YVES SAINT LAURENT vintage oversize wrinkled disc charm necklace

By Yves Saint Laurent

Located in BÈGLES, FR

Ysl by Robert Goossens Wrinkled Disc Charm Necklace Measurements: Height: 4.52 inches (11.5 cms

Category

Vintage 1980s More Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

1940's Retro 14 Karat Gold Toaster Articulated Charm
1940's Retro 14 Karat Gold Toaster Articulated Charm

1940's Retro 14 Karat Gold Toaster Articulated Charm

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Playfully designed as a classic chrome style toaster Articulated with a functioning lever and two

Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Enamel 14 Karat Gold Jonah Whale Articulated Charm
Vintage Enamel 14 Karat Gold Jonah Whale Articulated Charm

Vintage Enamel 14 Karat Gold Jonah Whale Articulated Charm

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a stylized whale with an upturned tail Mouth opens on a hinge to reveal an enamel figure fishing Illustrating the biblical tale of 'Jonah And The Whale' Stamped 14K fo...

Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Late Edwardian Ruby Diamond Platinum Sacred Heart Cross Articulated Charm
Late Edwardian Ruby Diamond Platinum Sacred Heart Cross Articulated Charm

Late Edwardian Ruby Diamond Platinum Sacred Heart Cross Articulated Charm

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Charm designed as oval centering a ruby cabochon heart surrounded by pierced radiated line motif

Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Late Edwardian Ruby Diamond Platinum Sacred Heart Cross Articulated Charm
Late Edwardian Ruby Diamond Platinum Sacred Heart Cross Articulated Charm

Late Edwardian Ruby Diamond Platinum Sacred Heart Cross Articulated Charm

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Charm designed as oval centering a ruby cabochon heart surrounded by pierced radiated line motif

Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

14 Karat Yellow Gold Stirrup Estate Articulated Charm Pendant
14 Karat Yellow Gold Stirrup Estate Articulated Charm Pendant

14 Karat Yellow Gold Stirrup Estate Articulated Charm Pendant

Located in Lexington, KY

This is a lovely movable articulated charm pendant in 14k yellow gold in the shape of a stirrup

Category

Vintage 1950s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Fish Charm
14 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Fish Charm

14 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Fish Charm

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Fish Charm- This lovely 3D articulated charm features a

Category

20th Century Charm Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Birthday Cake Charm
14 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Birthday Cake Charm

14 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Birthday Cake Charm

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Birthday Charm Celebrate that special day! This 3D

Category

20th Century Charm Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Cabin Charm
14 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Cabin Charm

14 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Cabin Charm

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Cabin Charm Bring a little of the outdoors home! This

Category

20th Century Charm Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

9 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Chapel with Bride and Groom Charm
9 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Chapel with Bride and Groom Charm

9 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Chapel with Bride and Groom Charm

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage 9 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Chapel with Bride and Groom Charm- "Going to the chapel and

Category

20th Century Charm Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Hofbrauhaus Beer Stein Charm
14 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Hofbrauhaus Beer Stein Charm

14 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Hofbrauhaus Beer Stein Charm

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Hofbrauhaus Beer Stein Charm- Raise your glasses! This

Category

20th Century Charm Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Hofbrauhaus Beer Stein Charm
14 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Hofbrauhaus Beer Stein Charm

14 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Hofbrauhaus Beer Stein Charm

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Hofbrauhaus Beer Stein Charm- Raise your glasses! This

Category

20th Century Charm Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

Herve Van der Straeten "Metal Dore" Articulated Charm Necklace
Herve Van der Straeten "Metal Dore" Articulated Charm Necklace

Herve Van der Straeten "Metal Dore" Articulated Charm Necklace

By Herve Van Der Straeten

Located in Palm Springs, CA

Scarce and collectible vintage artisan necklace comprised of gilt hammered metal "metal dore" by Herve Van der Straeten - made in France.

Category

Late 20th Century French Artisan Link Necklaces

14 Karat Yellow Gold Tricycle Charm
14 Karat Yellow Gold Tricycle Charm

14 Karat Yellow Gold Tricycle Charm

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Tricycle Charm. This lovely 3D articulated charm features a miniature

Category

20th Century Charm Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Mechanical Windmill Charm
14 Karat Yellow Gold Mechanical Windmill Charm

14 Karat Yellow Gold Mechanical Windmill Charm

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Mechanical Windmill Charm- This remarkable 3D articulated charm

Category

20th Century Charm Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Wishing Well Charm
14 Karat Yellow Gold Wishing Well Charm

14 Karat Yellow Gold Wishing Well Charm

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Wishing Well Charm Make a wish! This 3D articulated charm features

Category

20th Century Charm Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

Sloan & Co. Retro 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cutlery Charm
Sloan & Co. Retro 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cutlery Charm

Sloan & Co. Retro 14 Karat Yellow Gold Cutlery Charm

Located in Philadelphia, PA

Designed as a horizontal bar suspending three articulated charms Highly rendered knife, spoon, and

Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Rotary Phone Charm
14 Karat Yellow Gold Rotary Phone Charm

14 Karat Yellow Gold Rotary Phone Charm

Located in Washington Depot, CT

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Rotary Phone Charm No cell phones here! This exquisite 3D articulated

Category

20th Century Charm Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

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Articulated Charms For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of articulated charms for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Yellow Gold and 14k Gold. Find a collection of 118 vintage versions or 1 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and pieces in stock date back to the 19th Century while others were produced as recently as the 21st Century. The designs in our inventory of articulated charms bearing Retro or Art Nouveau hallmarks are very popular. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Walter Lampl are consistently popular. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of Ruby versions from the 4 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A selection of round cut and old european cut can be found today on these pages. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of articulated charms, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Articulated Charms?

On average, articulated charms at 1stDibs sell for $390, while they’re typically $80 on the low end and $4,325 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.