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35.71 Carats, mango Shape Zambian Cabochon Pair
35.71 Carats, mango Shape Zambian Cabochon Pair

35.71 Carats, mango Shape Zambian Cabochon Pair

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Discover the allure of this stunning Zambian emerald cabochon, weighing an impressive 35.71 carats

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

Hand Carved Zambian Cabochons 2-Stone Ring Handcrafted in 22 Karat Matte Gold
Hand Carved Zambian Cabochons 2-Stone Ring Handcrafted in 22 Karat Matte Gold

Hand Carved Zambian Cabochons 2-Stone Ring Handcrafted in 22 Karat Matte Gold

Located in Jaipur, IN

2 Hand carved beautiful Emerald Cabochons set in 22K yellow gold in Matte Finish. The carved

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

29.23 Carats Zambian Emerald Cabochon Diamond Dangle Earrings
29.23 Carats Zambian Emerald Cabochon Diamond Dangle Earrings

29.23 Carats Zambian Emerald Cabochon Diamond Dangle Earrings

Located in Hong Kong, HK

This striking pair of Zambian cabochon emerald and diamond earrings is a true masterpiece, blending

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

48.64 Carats, Zambian Square Cabochon Pair
48.64 Carats, Zambian Square Cabochon Pair

48.64 Carats, Zambian Square Cabochon Pair

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Presenting a stunning pair of Zambian emerald cabochons, expertly cut into elegant square shapes

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

11.97 Carats Zambian Emerald Sugarloaf Cabochon Top Quality Natural Gemstone
11.97 Carats Zambian Emerald Sugarloaf Cabochon Top Quality Natural Gemstone

11.97 Carats Zambian Emerald Sugarloaf Cabochon Top Quality Natural Gemstone

Located in Jaipur, RJ

11.97 Carats Zambian Emerald Sugarloaf Cabochon Top Quality Natural Gemstone Gemstone - Emerald

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Other

Henry Dunay Zambian Minor Oil Drop Cabochon Emerald & Diamond 18k Link Necklace
Henry Dunay Zambian Minor Oil Drop Cabochon Emerald & Diamond 18k Link Necklace

Henry Dunay Zambian Minor Oil Drop Cabochon Emerald & Diamond 18k Link Necklace

By Henry Dunay

Located in Miami, FL

Henry Dunay signed natural cabochon cut emerald and mixed cut diamond pendant necklace. Set in 18k

Category

Early 2000s Zambian Retro Drop Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.92 Carats Zambian Emerald Cabochon Diamond Studded Earring
2.92 Carats Zambian Emerald Cabochon Diamond Studded Earring

2.92 Carats Zambian Emerald Cabochon Diamond Studded Earring

Located in Hong Kong, HK

evergreen love. Details: - Zambian Emerald Cabochon: 2.92 Cts - Diamond: 2.00 cts - Gold: 16.38 grams

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, White Gold

13.42 Carats Zambian Emerald Cabochon Ring Diamond Studded
13.42 Carats Zambian Emerald Cabochon Ring Diamond Studded

13.42 Carats Zambian Emerald Cabochon Ring Diamond Studded

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Zambian emeralds are renowned worldwide for their vibrant green color and exceptional clarity

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Early Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Zambian Emerald Hexagon Carved Fancy Cabochon Loose Gemstone for Jewelry
Zambian Emerald Hexagon Carved Fancy Cabochon Loose Gemstone for Jewelry

Zambian Emerald Hexagon Carved Fancy Cabochon Loose Gemstone for Jewelry

Located in Jaipur, RJ

Weight: 77.20 Carats Size: 20x22 To 23x18 MM Pieces: 4 Shape: Carved Fancy Hexagon Cabochon

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Art Deco Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

21.36 Carat Zambian Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Studs Earring
21.36 Carat Zambian Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Studs Earring

21.36 Carat Zambian Emerald Cabochon and Diamond Studs Earring

By Royaal Stones Ltd

Located in Bangkok, Thailand

ALL OUR PRICES INCLUDE PREPAID TARRIFS & CUSTOMS DUTIES. Zambian Emerald Cabochon outlined with

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

AIG Certified 9.34 Carat Zambian Emerald Cabochon & Black Diamond Ring
AIG Certified 9.34 Carat Zambian Emerald Cabochon & Black Diamond Ring

AIG Certified 9.34 Carat Zambian Emerald Cabochon & Black Diamond Ring

Located in Bangkok, Bangkok

This striking ring features a 9.34-carat cabochon-cut emerald from Zambia, certified by AIG

Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Black Diamond, 18k Gold

14K Yellow Gold Three-Stone Emerald Cabochon Ring, 3.87ct, Zambia
14K Yellow Gold Three-Stone Emerald Cabochon Ring, 3.87ct, Zambia

14K Yellow Gold Three-Stone Emerald Cabochon Ring, 3.87ct, Zambia

Located in Jupiter, FL

A one of a kind men's natural emerald cabochon ring. Featuring the center stone, with a full 3.42

Category

2010s American Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal

Set in 18K Gold, natural Zambian Emerald Cabochons & Diamonds Stud Earrings
Set in 18K Gold, natural Zambian Emerald Cabochons & Diamonds Stud Earrings

Set in 18K Gold, natural Zambian Emerald Cabochons & Diamonds Stud Earrings

By JEWEL HUB

Located in Hong Kong, HK

Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald Cabochons is 26.81 carats. The Emerald Cabochons are completely natural

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

6.68 Carat Zambian Emerald Cabochon Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold
6.68 Carat Zambian Emerald Cabochon Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold

6.68 Carat Zambian Emerald Cabochon Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold

Located in New York, NY

A classic, Cocktail ring 6.68 Carat Oval Zambian Emerald Cabochon Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Yellow

Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Set in 18K Gold, 23.55 carat Zambian Emerald cabochon & Diamonds Engagement Ring
Set in 18K Gold, 23.55 carat Zambian Emerald cabochon & Diamonds Engagement Ring

Set in 18K Gold, 23.55 carat Zambian Emerald cabochon & Diamonds Engagement Ring

By JEWEL HUB

Located in Hong Kong, HK

. ✦ Handmade / Handcrafted Fine Jewelry ✦ Gemstone: natural Zambian Emerald ✦ Gemstone Cut: Flat Cabochon

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Set in 18K Gold, 6.35 carats Zambian Emerald cabochon & Diamonds Cocktail Ring
Set in 18K Gold, 6.35 carats Zambian Emerald cabochon & Diamonds Cocktail Ring

Set in 18K Gold, 6.35 carats Zambian Emerald cabochon & Diamonds Cocktail Ring

By JEWEL HUB

Located in Hong Kong, HK

/ Handcrafted Fine Jewelry ✦ Gemstone: natural Zambian Emerald ✦ Gemstone Cut: Cabochon ✦ Gemstone Weight: 6.35

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Zambian Emerald Round Cabochon Ring in 18K White Gold (7.28 cts Centre Stone)
Zambian Emerald Round Cabochon Ring in 18K White Gold (7.28 cts Centre Stone)

Zambian Emerald Round Cabochon Ring in 18K White Gold (7.28 cts Centre Stone)

Located in Hong Kong, HK

craftsmanship. Key Details: Centre Stone: Zambian Emerald (Round Cabochon), 7.28 cts Accent Emeralds: 28 pcs

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Asian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Set in 18K Gold, Zambian Emerald Cabochon, Freshwater Pearl & Diamonds Dome Ring
Set in 18K Gold, Zambian Emerald Cabochon, Freshwater Pearl & Diamonds Dome Ring

Set in 18K Gold, Zambian Emerald Cabochon, Freshwater Pearl & Diamonds Dome Ring

By JEWEL HUB

Located in Hong Kong, HK

✦ Gemstone: natural Zambian Emerald ✦ Gemstone Cut: Cabochon ✦ Gemstone Weight: 6.29 ct. Approx. ✦ Gemstone

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold

Cabochon Zambian Emerald, Ruby & Diamond Pendant in 18k Gold
Cabochon Zambian Emerald, Ruby & Diamond Pendant in 18k Gold

Cabochon Zambian Emerald, Ruby & Diamond Pendant in 18k Gold

By GEM PLAZA

Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan

Cabochon Zambian Emerald, Ruby & Diamond Pendant in 18k Gold Emerald - 7.36 carats ( Natural

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modernist Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

22.35 carats, Zambian Bud Shape Cobochon Pair
22.35 carats, Zambian Bud Shape Cobochon Pair

22.35 carats, Zambian Bud Shape Cobochon Pair

Located in Hong Kong, HK

ntroducing a captivating pair of Zambian emerald cabochons, beautifully shaped like delicate buds

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

Set in 18K Gold, Zambian Emerald Cabochon, Mother of Pearl & Diamonds Dome Ring
Set in 18K Gold, Zambian Emerald Cabochon, Mother of Pearl & Diamonds Dome Ring

Set in 18K Gold, Zambian Emerald Cabochon, Mother of Pearl & Diamonds Dome Ring

By JEWEL HUB

Located in Hong Kong, HK

: natural Zambian Emerald ✦ Gemstone Cut: Cabochon ✦ Gemstone Weight: 3.10 ct. Approx. ✦ Gemstone: Mother

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 18k Gold

Set in 18K Gold, Zambian Emerald Cabochons & Rose Cut Diamonds Stud Earrings
Set in 18K Gold, Zambian Emerald Cabochons & Rose Cut Diamonds Stud Earrings

Set in 18K Gold, Zambian Emerald Cabochons & Rose Cut Diamonds Stud Earrings

By JEWEL HUB

Located in Hong Kong, HK

the Emerald cabochons is 5.45 carats. The Emeralds are completely natural without any treatment, and

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Leaf Shaped Earring with Cabochon Zambian Emerald & VS Diamonds in 18k Gold
Leaf Shaped Earring with Cabochon Zambian Emerald & VS Diamonds in 18k Gold

Leaf Shaped Earring with Cabochon Zambian Emerald & VS Diamonds in 18k Gold

By Artisan NYC

Located in New York, NY

18KT:23.52g; Diamond:2.41ct, Emerald:21.42ct,"

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

10.14tcw 14K Oval Cabochon Cut Emerald & Diamond Accent Vintage Clip On Earrings
10.14tcw 14K Oval Cabochon Cut Emerald & Diamond Accent Vintage Clip On Earrings

10.14tcw 14K Oval Cabochon Cut Emerald & Diamond Accent Vintage Clip On Earrings

Located in Jupiter, FL

An exquisite pair of emerald cabochon and diamond clip-on earrings. Two large, natural cabochon-cut

Category

2010s Zambian Edwardian Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

9.05 Carat Zambian Emerald Sugarloaf Shape Piece
9.05 Carat Zambian Emerald Sugarloaf Shape Piece

9.05 Carat Zambian Emerald Sugarloaf Shape Piece

Located in Bangkok, TH

Zambia. It is completely natural and of good quality. The emerald piece is cut into perfection in a

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Emerald

4.32ct 14K Green Oval Cabochon Cut Emerald Custom Gold Sea Turtle Pendant
4.32ct 14K Green Oval Cabochon Cut Emerald Custom Gold Sea Turtle Pendant

4.32ct 14K Green Oval Cabochon Cut Emerald Custom Gold Sea Turtle Pendant

Located in Jupiter, FL

. Setting Style: Prong Set Setting Material: 14k Yellow Gold Stone: Emerald Shape: Oval Cut: Cabochon

Category

2010s Zambian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Gold 10.90tcw Oval Cut Emerald Cabochon Stud Earrings
14K Gold 10.90tcw Oval Cut Emerald Cabochon Stud Earrings

14K Gold 10.90tcw Oval Cut Emerald Cabochon Stud Earrings

Located in Jupiter, FL

Featured here is a beautiful set of large rare oval cut cabochon emerald studs in fine 14K yellow

Category

2010s Zambian Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold

7.00 Carats Zambian Emerald Diamonds 18K Gold Ring
7.00 Carats Zambian Emerald Diamonds 18K Gold Ring

7.00 Carats Zambian Emerald Diamonds 18K Gold Ring

Located in New Delhi, Delhi

gold with natural Zambia Emerald in perfect oval cabochon cut of 7 Ct fine quality, amazing color

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Certified 20.00 Carat Zambian Emerald Diamonds 18k Gold Necklace
Certified 20.00 Carat Zambian Emerald Diamonds 18k Gold Necklace

Certified 20.00 Carat Zambian Emerald Diamonds 18k Gold Necklace

Located in New Delhi, Delhi

An exquisite Zambian Emerald and Diamonds necklace, in an intricate design, so glamour and refined

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

120 Ct Zambian Emeralds 12 Ct Diamonds Tiara
120 Ct Zambian Emeralds 12 Ct Diamonds Tiara

120 Ct Zambian Emeralds 12 Ct Diamonds Tiara

Located in New Delhi, Delhi

perfect cabochon shape, in vibrant green color, and dazzling Natural Diamonds of 12 carat , very sparkly

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

2.70 Carat Zambian Emerald Art Deco Style Ring
2.70 Carat Zambian Emerald Art Deco Style Ring

2.70 Carat Zambian Emerald Art Deco Style Ring

Located in Bangkok, TH

connoisseurs. At the center of this masterpiece lies a resplendent 2.70 Carat Cabochon Zambian Emerald

Category

Antique Early 19th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Art Deco Design 18k Gold Zambia Emeralds & Diamonds Parure
Art Deco Design 18k Gold Zambia Emeralds & Diamonds Parure

Art Deco Design 18k Gold Zambia Emeralds & Diamonds Parure

Located in New Delhi, Delhi

, a very piece of art. Necklace come in 18k gold with natural Zambian Emeralds ,extra fine quality

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

AIG Certified 10 Carat Zambian Emerald 18K Gold Ring
AIG Certified 10 Carat Zambian Emerald 18K Gold Ring

AIG Certified 10 Carat Zambian Emerald 18K Gold Ring

Located in New Delhi, Delhi

gold with a big natural Zambian Emerald in cabochon cut of 10 carat , spectacular colors and perfect

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

11.85ct Pear Cabochon Emerald, Diamond Pendant set in 14k White and Yellow Gold
11.85ct Pear Cabochon Emerald, Diamond Pendant set in 14k White and Yellow Gold

11.85ct Pear Cabochon Emerald, Diamond Pendant set in 14k White and Yellow Gold

Located in Toronto, Ontario

12.99 x 10.04 mm Shape: Pear Cutting Style: Cabochon Transparency: Transparent Clarity: Heavily Included

Category

2010s Zambian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

AGL Certified 10 Carat Cabochon Cut Minor Oil Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring
AGL Certified 10 Carat Cabochon Cut Minor Oil Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring

AGL Certified 10 Carat Cabochon Cut Minor Oil Emerald and Diamond Cluster Ring

By Gad & Co.

Located in Miami, FL

18K white gold multi-gemstone cluster cocktail ring. Featuring a 10.12 carat cabochon cut minor oil

Category

2010s Zambian Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Handcrafted 18k Gold Zambian Emerald Ring with Diamonds, 15ct
Handcrafted 18k Gold Zambian Emerald Ring with Diamonds, 15ct

Handcrafted 18k Gold Zambian Emerald Ring with Diamonds, 15ct

Located in New Delhi, Delhi

Impressive big size Cabochon Zambian Emerald and Diamonds ring, a truly unique piece of jewelry

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

39.16 Carats Zambian Emerald Diamond Dangle Earrings
39.16 Carats Zambian Emerald Diamond Dangle Earrings

39.16 Carats Zambian Emerald Diamond Dangle Earrings

Located in Hong Kong, HK

A stunning pair of emerald drop earrings, designed to capture the beauty of falling raindrops, these feature 10 exquisite emeralds per side, totaling 39.16 carats. The deep, vibrant ...

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

2.69tcw 14K Oval Natural Emerald Cabochon & Diamond Star Ring
2.69tcw 14K Oval Natural Emerald Cabochon & Diamond Star Ring

2.69tcw 14K Oval Natural Emerald Cabochon & Diamond Star Ring

Located in Jupiter, FL

emerald cabochon is bezel set and has excellent gemstone qualities. This special piece is also adorned

Category

2010s Zambian Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified 28.00 Carats Zambian Emeralds 2.20 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
Certified 28.00 Carats Zambian Emeralds 2.20 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings

Certified 28.00 Carats Zambian Emeralds 2.20 Ct Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings

Located in New Delhi, Delhi

. Magnificent earrings come in 18k gold with 6 pieces of Zambian Emeralds of 28,00 carats , in perfect cabochon

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

19.07 Carat Total Weight Zambian Emeralds & Diamond Dangle Earrings
19.07 Carat Total Weight Zambian Emeralds & Diamond Dangle Earrings

19.07 Carat Total Weight Zambian Emeralds & Diamond Dangle Earrings

Located in Houston, TX

approximately 2.12 carat total weight in diamonds. Each Earring features one Cabochon Briolette Emerald Drop in

Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

AIG Certified  2.48 Carat Zambian Emeralds Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings
AIG Certified  2.48 Carat Zambian Emeralds Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings

AIG Certified 2.48 Carat Zambian Emeralds Diamonds 18K Gold Earrings

Located in New Delhi, Delhi

Natural Zambian of 2,48 carats, in perfect oval/cabochon cut, vivd color, natural inclusions, and 44

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

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Zambian Cabochon For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact zambian cabochon you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 1 vintage or 25 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a zambian cabochon may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular piece, 8 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Creating a zambian cabochon has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Royaal Stones Ltd, Vishal Jewels and Andreoli are consistently popular. See these pages for a cabochon iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and marquise cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a zambian cabochon, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Zambian Cabochon?

On average, a zambian cabochon at 1stDibs sells for $8,000, while they’re typically $2,150 on the low end and $127,800 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.

The Legacy of Emerald in Jewelry Design

No one liked emeralds and emerald jewelry more than Elizabeth Taylor (or her alter ego, Cleopatra). Emeralds were first discovered in Egypt around 330 BC. The stone’s name originated from the ancient Greek word for green, “smaragdus.” According to the Gemological Institute of America, “Emeralds from what is now Colombia were part of the plunder when 16th-century Spanish explorers invaded the New World. The Incas had already been using emeralds in their jewelry and religious ceremonies for 500 years. The Spaniards, who treasured gold and silver far more than gems, traded emeralds for precious metals. Their trades opened the eyes of European and Asian royalty to emerald’s majesty.”

There are numerous myths attributed to the emerald’s spiritual powers, like placing an emerald under your tongue will allow you to see the future. But be careful not to swallow the birthstone for May, or that future won’t be so bright!

There are many important (read: large) emeralds in museum collections around the world. The Patricia Emerald, named after the miner’s daughter, is a 632-carat dihexagonal (or 12-sided) crystal that was discovered in Colombia in 1920 and now resides at the American Museum of Natural History in New York. The Smithsonian Museum of Natural History in Washington has in its possession the Hooker Emerald, a 75.47-carat Colombian stone. That emerald had been acquired in the 16th or 17th century by Spanish conquistadores and shipped to Europe. It later belonged to Abdul Hamid II, Sultan of the Ottoman Empire (1876–1909), who wore it on his belt buckle. Purchased at auction by Tiffany & Co. in 1911, the Hooker Emerald was set into a tiara and featured in the New York World’s Fair “House of Jewels” exhibit in 1940. Today, it is part of a brooch, also designed by the jewelry house.

On 1stDibs, find a range of antique and vintage emerald jewelry and watches that includes emerald rings, emerald necklaces and other accessories.