Angela Cummings Jewelry
Austrian, American, b. 1944
With her playfully bold, nature-inspired pieces, Angela Cummings has left a lasting mark on the world of jewelry design. Full of movement and sensational color, her eye-catching collar necklaces, stud earrings and bracelets continue to be favored by red-carpet celebrities and tastemakers the world over.
Cummings was born in Austria in 1944, during a time when her country was being torn apart by war. At the age of three her family moved to America, where she was raised. Returning to her native country as an adult, Cummings studied art in Perugia, Italy, then went on to study jewelry design in Hanau, West Germany. She graduated with a degree in gemology, goldsmithing and jewelry design from Zeichenakademie in 1967.
Cummings returned to the United States after finishing her studies. She marched into legendary American luxury house Tiffany & Co. in New York City and asked for a job. Under the mentorship of Donald Claflin, a designer who’d previously worked for David Webb, Cummings became a respected in-house designer for the brand. Her named collection, Angela Cummings Exclusively for Tiffany & Co., debuted in 1974.
Cummings created sumptuous 18K gold accessories that were inlaid with coral, opal, mother-of-pearl, jade and lapis lazuli. Not unlike the work of Elsa Peretti, who signed an exclusive contract with Tiffany & Co. in 1974, Cummings’ designs — seashell necklaces, maple leaf pendants — drew on the shapes and forms of the natural world.
As her style continued to develop, Cummings integrated silver, precious gemstones and platinum into her work, creating exquisite juxtapositions by mixing the materials with wood and iron. Her pieces increasingly featured more movement-inspired elements — curling vines, crashing waves and billowing cloud forms — that hearkened to the rhythms of nature.
In 1982, People magazine featured Cummings' jewelry and the publicity launched her into the spotlight. Two years later, she established her own business, Angela Cummings Inc., and began to experiment with abstraction in her work, as well as allowing her surroundings in Japan, where she opened several boutiques, to inspire her adornments.
Cummings retired in 2003, making a brief comeback in 2013 to collaborate with Assael Jewelry, for which she created an exclusive line of cultured pearl jewelry.
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Creator: Angela Cummings
Angela Cummings 18ct Gold And Black Jade Hinged Bangle Circa 1980s
By Angela Cummings
Located in London, GB
A bold and striking gold and black jade bangle by Angela Cummings c.1980s, the bangle in 18ct yellow gold with rounded domed D-shape profile and curved undulating form, inlaid throughout with thirty oval carved and polished pieces of black jade, to a side hinged opening with concealed tongue and box clasp. This is a classic and instantly recognisable design from Cummings, her inlaid jewels...
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Late 20th Century American Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
Black Jade, 18k Gold
Angela Cummings 18 Karat Gold Black Jade, Gold Studded Earrings
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
An iconic pair of 18k yellow gold earrings adorned with black jade. Crafted by famed designer Angela Cummings, the earrings measure 25mm x 21mm and weigh 26 grams.
Post backing for p...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1985 Angela Cummings Sterling Silver Woven Square Earrings
By Angela Cummings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Introducing the exquisite 1985 Angela Cummings Sterling Silver Woven Square Earrings, a stunning piece that embodies timeless elegance and sophistication. Crafted from high-quality s...
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1980s Vintage Angela Cummings Jewelry
Angela Cummings Coral Gold Earrings
By Angela Cummings
Located in Darnestown, MD
Large, bold ear clips by Angela Cummings. Richly colored coral stones are set in a ruffled 18 karat gold collar. Measurements are 1 inch x 1 1/4 inches. Clips backs can be converted ...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
Coral, 18k Gold
Angela Cummings Paula Shell 18 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
These rare ethereal Angela Cummings lever-back earrings are crafted in 18k yellow gold and feature carved multi-colored paula shells measuring 23.0mm x 29.0mm. Made in United States ...
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1990s Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold
ANGELA CUMMINGS Striped Lapis Lazuli Yellow Gold Earrings
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
These rare Angela Cummings clip-on earrings earrings are crafted in 18k yellow gold and feature chic blue lapis lazuli stripes. Made in United States circa 1990s. Measurements: 0.78"...
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1990s American Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold
Angela Cummings 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Jade Celtic Knot Earrings, 1988
By Angela Cummings
Located in Zurich, CH
Very stylish 18 karat yellow gold and jade Celtic knot earrings by Angela Cummings, 1988.
Each designed as a stylized Celtic knot consisting in tw...
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1980s American Modern Vintage Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Estate Angela Cummings 18K Gold Mother of Pearl and Hematite Cube Earrings - VHK
By Angela Cummings
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate Angela Cummings 18K Gold Mother of Pearl and Hematite Cube Earrings - VHK#981
Item Details:
Year: 1984
Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight: 18.3 grams...
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1980s Vintage Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angela Cummings 18k Yellow Gold Clip-on Earrings
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
Angela Cummings 18k Yellow Gold Clip-on Earrings
Details:
1980-90s
18K yellow gold
Total weight 25.4 grams
In excellent condition
Category
Late 20th Century Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold
Angela Cummings Acorn Motif Gold Earrings
By Angela Cummings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Angela Cummings began her career with Tiffany & Co. before starting her own company 1984. Her designs are uniquely hers and highly collectable. This rarely available acorn motif...
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Estate Circa 1984 Angela Cummings 18K Yellow Gold Knot Earrings - VHK#987
By Angela Cummings
Located in Hicksville, NY
Estate Circa 1984 Angela Cummings 18K Yellow Gold Knot Earrings - VHK#987
Item Details:
Year: 1984 (Stamped on earrings)
Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested]
Weight:...
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1980s Vintage Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angela Cummings Assael Tahitian South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Platinum Earrings
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18k gold and platinum cocktail earrings by Angela Cummings for Assael, set with approx. 2.20ctw G/VS diamonds and 11.5mm Tahitian South Sea pearls in the center. Earrings mea...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Gold, Platinum
Angela Cummings Gold Ribbon Motif Earrings
By Angela Cummings
Located in Atlanta, GA
Angela Cummings began her career under the Tiffany & Co. umbrella before establishing her own company. This ribbon motif design is an easy to wear collect...
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold
Angela Cummings for Assael Diamond Pearl Ear Clips
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
Angela Cummings for Assael diamond pearl ear clips
Round-cut diamonds of approximately 6 carats, south sea cultured pearls, platinum and 1...
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21st Century and Contemporary Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Tiffany & Co Angela Cummings Inlaid Black Jade Yellow Gold Wave Bangle Bracelet
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co wave-shaped bangle bracelet feature a chic geometric pattern crafted in 18k yellow gold and inlaid with black jade. Made in United Stat...
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1980s American Vintage Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
Black Jade, Yellow Gold
Vintage Angela Cummings Retro Hematite and Yellow Gold Earrings
By Angela Cummings
Located in London, GB
A beautiful vintage pair of Angela Cummings retro inspired earrings set in 18k yellow gold and hematite.
Each earring is centrally set with a metallic lustrous piece of hematite. Th...
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1980s Unknown Retro Vintage Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
Hematite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angela Cummings Yellow Gold Diamond Vintage Earrings
By Angela Cummings
Located in Feasterville, PA
A timeless pair of Angela Cummings earrings showcasing a cushion shape adorned with 82 of the finest round brilliant cut diamonds in warm 18k yellow gold. The earrings have a diamond...
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1990s Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angela Cummings for Assael Criss Cross Pearl Diamond Ear Clips
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
Angela Cummings for Assael "Criss Cross" pearl diamond ear clips
Full-cut diamonds of approximately 4.75 carats, south sea pearls (each me...
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21st Century and Contemporary Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Angela Cummings 18k Yellow Gold Sailor Knot Clip On Earrings
By Angela Cummings
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This is a fashionable and chic authentic pair of earrings by designer Angela Cummings, they are crafted from 18k yellow gold with a textured finish and features the figure 8 sailor knot...
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Late 20th Century Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
Yellow Gold
Angela Cummings Earrings Inlaid 18k Gold Lapis Pearl
By Angela Cummings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
DESIGNER: Angela Cummings
CIRCA: 1984
MATERIALS: 18k Yellow Gold
GEMSTONE: Lapis Lazuli
GEMSTONE 2: Mother of Pearl Inlay
WEIGHT: 21.6 grams
MEASUREMENTS: 1” x 3/4”
HALLMARKS: Angela...
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1980s Vintage Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Angela Cummings Studios Geometric Spikes Clip Earrings 18Kt Gold with Hematite
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Spikes geometric clip on earrings designed by Angela Cummings.
Beautiful and very rare pair created by Cummings back in the 1984 in homage to the famous French designer Suzanne Belp...
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Late 20th Century American Modernist Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
Hematite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angela Cummings Gold Blue Enamel X Earrings
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18k gold earrings by Angela Cummings, with bright blue enamel. Earrings measure 18mm x 18mm. Marked: Angela Cummings, 18k, 750. Weight - 14.5 grams.
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20th Century American Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
Gold, Enamel
Angela Cummings Inlay Mother of Pearl Clip-on Dome Earrings in 18 Karat Gold
By Angela Cummings
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
These beautiful Angela Cummings clip-on dome earrings exude an air of understated elegance with their exquisite design and luxurious materials. Crafted in gleaming 18 karat yellow go...
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angela Cummings for Assael Diamond Pearl Earrings
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
Angela Cummings for Assael 18 karat white gold and platinum ear clips with pearls and diamonds. The pearl's diameter is 1.1 cm. The beautifu...
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2010s Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Angela Cummings Platinum and Diamond Ear Clips
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
Of geometric design, this Angela Cummings ear clips are composed of round brilliant cut diamonds.
- Diamonds weigh a total of approximately 4....
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Late 20th Century Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Pair of Angela Cummings Tiger Striped Lucite Bangle Bracelets
By Angela Cummings
Located in Darnestown, MD
This pair of undulating lucite bracelets were made early in the career of noted American jewelry designer, Angela Cummings. One is matte on both sides...
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1980s American Vintage Angela Cummings Jewelry
Angela Cummings 34 Carat Diamond Swirl Platinum Necklace
By Angela Cummings
Located in Holland, PA
Platinum Diamond Swirl Necklace by Angela Cummings Circa 1995.
With 341 round brilliant cut diamonds VS1 clarity, G color total weight approx. 3...
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1990s American Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Platinum
Angela Cummings Carved Lapis Lazuli, Black Jade, Gold Cufflinks
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
Handsome and one-of-a-kind pair of cufflinks by Angela Cummings, custom ordered c1985, of 18K gold set with carved lapis lazuli and black jade, with an accent of translucent brown en...
Category
1980s American Vintage Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
Jade, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
Vintage Angela Cummings Gold Cufflinks
By Angela Cummings
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A pair of 18k gold cufflinks by Angela Cummings, designed as classic button cufflinks with Cummings' signature organic approach.
The tops looks like buttons covered with fabric. The gold perfectly imitates fabric folds.
These Angela Cummings cufflinks are high-polished gold which makes them look great either with your black tie attire or as a dressy option for a business suite.
About Angela Cummings brand
Angela Cummings is one of the most prominent fine jewelry designers and women jewelry designers. Many of her famous designs were inspired by nature and by three-dimensional art of sculpture. Even though she grew up in the USA, Angela Cummings received her art and jewelry education in Europe. She studied painting in Italy and gemology and goldsmith in Germany.
When she came back to the United States late in 1960s, she was right away hired by Tiffany & Co. and became Tiffany’s in-house designer. In 1974, she was the first woman who had a named collection, “Angela Cummings Exclusively for Tiffany & Co.” Soon after that Tiffany created named collections by Elsa Peretti and Paloma Picasso.
In the 1970s and 1980s, Angela Cummings created her distinctive inlaid designs with semiprecious stones such as coral, jade, lapis lazuli, jasper and organic mother of pearl that she became famous for. Nowadays, these designs are highly sought after and very collectable.
What made Angela Cummings’s designs recognizable are the sensuous gracefulness, deep inspiration by nature and natural forms and biomorphic use of precious metals.
Angela Cummings retired in 2003. She moved to Utah to enjoy spending more time with her family.
Angela Cummings jewelry features gemstone jewelry, diamond jewelry and precious metal jewelry including platinum jewelry and gold jewelry. Our estate jewelry collection comprises of vintage Angela Cummings...
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1980s Vintage Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angela Cummings 1987 Gold Basketweave Earrings
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
1987 vintage Angela Cummings earrings in 18k gold, featuring basketweave design. The earrings measure 30mm x 20mm. Marked 1987, 18k, Cummings. Weight - 25.5 grams.
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1980s American Vintage Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
Gold
Angela Cummings Gold and Black Jade Studded Earrings
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
An iconic pair of 18k yellow gold earrings adorned with black jade. Crafted by famed designer Angela Cummings, the earrings measure 25mm x 21mm and weigh 26 grams.
Post backing for p...
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20th Century American Modern Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
Jade, Gold
Angela Cummings Agate Carnelian Yellow Gold Ear Clips, 1989
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
Angela Cummings agate carnelian yellow gold ear clips, 1989
Square 18 karat yellow gold with four slightly curved lines of agate carnelian; marked Angela Cummings, 18k, 1989
Size: ...
Category
1980s Contemporary Vintage Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Angela Cummings Inlaid Black Jade Yellow Gold Wave Earrings
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
These gorgeous Angela Cummings wave-shaped lever-back earrings feature a chic geometric pattern crafted in 18k yellow gold and inlaid with black j...
Category
1980s American Vintage Angela Cummings Jewelry
Materials
Black Jade, Yellow Gold
Angela Cummings jewelry & watches for sale on 1stDibs.
Find a range of Angela Cummings jewelry & watches available on 1stDibs. Each of these unique items was designed with extraordinary care, often using gold. While looking for the most stylish antique or vintage Angela Cummings jewelry to pair with your ensemble, you’ll find that Angela Cummings diamond jewelry & watches, from our inventory of 22, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look. We have 163 pieces in this collection as well as a number of other designs by this jeweler. While this collection reflects work that originated over various time periods, most of these items were designed during the 20th century. If you’re looking for additional options, many customers also consider jewelry & watches by Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co., Andrew Clunn, and Neiman Marcus. Prices for Angela Cummings jewelry & watches can differ depending upon gemstone, time period and other attributes. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $558 and tops out at $70,000, while pieces like these, on average, can sell for $5,500.
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