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Creator: Valentin Magro
Metal: Gold
Oval Cabochon Black Jade 18K Yellow Gold Trellis Ring
Located in New York, NY
Valentin Magro Trellis Ring with Oval Black Jade Cabochon blends dark and bright. The featured stone is shaped into an oval cabochon and polished to showc...
Category

2010s American Modern Gold Jewelry

Materials

Black Jade, Jade, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Geometric Cushion Black Enamel Ring
Located in New York, NY
Black enamel joins with the scintillation of 18k yellow gold for this ring. Black enamel in a rhombus silhouette serves as the crown, while 18k yellow gold strands form four sections...
Category

2010s American Art Deco Gold Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Rose Quartz 18K Yellow Gold Lever-Back Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The delicate elegance of rose quartz is highlighted by diamonds and 18k yellow gold for these earrings. 18k yellow gold lever backs are set with brilliant-cut diamonds for a flickeri...
Category

2010s North American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Quartz, Mandarin Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold,...

18K Yellow Gold White South Sea Pearl Cage Ring
Located in New York, NY
A white South Sea pearl is the apex of this ring. An 18k yellow gold shank of multiple bands intersect to fashion an openwork pattern to exalt the gem weighing 27.59 carats. The ring...
Category

2010s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cabochon Colombian Emerald, Ruby and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
A precious emerald from Colombia is the heart of this ring. Secured in 18k yellow gold prongs, the raised oval cabochon displays its unique inclusions. Two rows of ruby cabochons and...
Category

2010s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Nautilus Clip-on Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the outline of the oceanic animal, Nautilus, these earrings feature distinct curves. 18k yellow gold sweeps upward before winding into a small curl. The polished metal al...
Category

Early 2000s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Twisted Wire Shrimp Clip On Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The warmth of vivid gold combines with the elegant shrimp design. 18k yellow gold is molded into the base with three raised structures and smaller indentations. A gold braid wraps ar...
Category

Early 2000s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Turquoise Hexagon 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
The serene cyan shade of turquoise is showcased in this ring. The gem is cut into a hexagon shaped cut, allowing the light to highlight its singular tone. 18k yellow gold forms the b...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Gold Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

Turquoise and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
An arresting blue hue of turquoise is showcased in these drop earrings. Beginning with a square cabochon, slender 18k yellow gold prongs ornamented with diamonds emit a soft flicker....
Category

2010s North American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Trillion Peridot and Turquoise Drop 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The cool hue of turquoise complements lucid shades of green in peridot for these drop earrings. A flickering glow from a trilliant cut peridot begins the design, followed by a round ...
Category

2010s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Peridot, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Blue Sapphire and Yellow Beryl 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Delicate sapphire and yellow beryl brightness unite in this 18k yellow gold bracelet. A cushion of yellow beryl is at one end, while the opposite supports a cushion of sapphire. Both...
Category

2010s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Beryl, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Beryl, Gold, 18k Go...

18K Yellow Gold Maple Leaf Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A gilded maple leaf is depicted in 18k yellow gold and shimmers with an array of brilliant cut diamonds for these earrings. Crafted with attention to detail, a cluster of six golden ...
Category

2010s North American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Turquoise Ball 18K Yellow Gold Wire Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The warm shade of gold complements the cool tone of turquoise. 18k yellow gold french hooks with knotted detailing secure gold loops sheltering an orb of turquoise. The gem is polish...
Category

2010s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

VALENTIN MAGRO Estate 18k Gold & Wood Curb Link Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
A beautiful estate curb link bracelet from the high end designer Valentin Magro! This substantial piece is comprised of large interlocking curb links, which alternate in material bet...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Gold Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Sea Lion Sitting on South Sea Pearl Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Sea lions give an imaginative touch to these pearl drop earrings. Beginning with a loop formed by an overlapped strand of 18k yellow gold, this connects to a gold sea lion resting on...
Category

2010s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Onyx Carved Drop Earrings with Diamond Accents
Located in New York, NY
Diamonds and gold combine with onyx for a refined rendition of drop earrings. 18k yellow gold lever backs are set with an ascending row of brilliant cut diamonds. They are connected ...
Category

2010s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

18K White Gold Diamond Pavé Dangling Leaf Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These earrings turn diamonds into greenery. Dozens of jewels are faceted into round brilliant-cut diamonds for optimal brightness. They’re pavé set into groups of three or four on 18...
Category

2010s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold La Vallette Turquoise Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
The natural radiance of turquoise is the spotlight of this diamond-accented La Vallette ring. Carved in a cushion, the prized color of turquoise is displayed. Sleeping Beauty Turquoi...
Category

2010s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold Pear and Round Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The coruscating radiance of diamonds is the essence of these earrings. A single round diamond is the heart of the pattern, while 5 pear-shaped diamonds radiate outward. In between ea...
Category

2010s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold Wave Texture Ring
Located in New York, NY
The luminous radiance of polished 18k yellow gold dances across the ring. The sleek metal features a carved asymmetrical pattern of soft waves, giving a sense of motion. Measurements...
Category

Early 2000s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Double Link Fold Over Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Dimension and geometric shapes are the basis of this design. 18k yellow gold is formed into an octagon-shaped link with the sides folded. The smaller octagon at the top is joined by ...
Category

2010s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Small Double Fold Over Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The sophisticated incorporation of geometric shapes creates a modern design. An enclosed 18k yellow-gold ribbon is folded to form an octagon. Interlocked is a larger ribbon of octago...
Category

2010s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Platinum Aquamarine, Emerald, and Diamond Pine Cone Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A trio of jewels create these versatile pine cone earrings. Beginning with a triangle pointed downward, a trillion-cut aquamarine beams in the center as ...
Category

2010s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold...

18K Yellow Gold Scallop Akoya Pearl Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
18k yellow gold creates an aquatic aura as it forms a seashell. Descending from the French-wire hooks is a spire-topped shell with an open round base with an Akoya pearl nesting insi...
Category

Early 2000s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Green Aventurine Shrimp Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Crystalline quartz of green aventurine reinvents shrimp earrings accented by 18k yellow gold. Green Aventurine is carved into a shrimp motif of three raised structures, totaling two ...
Category

Early 2000s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Aventurine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Valentin Magro Gold Flower Earrings
Located in Darnestown, MD
Valentin Magro is known for the fine detailing of his work and these earrings are no exception. There are two layers of petals and a cluster of pistils in the center. The earrings ha...
Category

1990s American Contemporary Gold Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Salmon Pink Aventurine Shrimp Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The treasured translucency of pink aventurine is the focus of these earrings. Carved into a trio of raised mounds, the design resembles a shrimp. 18k yellow gold braids rest in the d...
Category

Early 2000s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Aventurine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Frog Cufflinks with Emerald Eyes
Located in New York, NY
Frogs sculpted in 18k yellow gold scintillate as cufflinks. Detailing includes their webbed feet in motion and raised mounds for their eyes. A fixed bar and swivel toggle secure the ...
Category

Early 2000s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Four Band Round and Pear Ruby 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Majestic rubies flicker exceptional red and pink undertones. 18k yellow gold bezel settings secure alternating rows of pear and round cuts of the jewel. The illusion of stacked rings...
Category

2010s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

La Luna Round White Coral Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
A lustrous white coral embodies the warmth of 18k yellow gold and diamonds for this La Luna ring. Secured by narrow cylinders of 18k yellow gold, the ring features a round 25mm carvi...
Category

2010s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Blush White and Red Coral 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional white blush and red corals are heightened by the sparkle of white and cognac diamonds. A round-cut white coral begins the motif and is secured by triangle prongs encruste...
Category

2010s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Coral, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold White Keshi Pearl and Diamond Lever-Back Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The varied shades of white keshi pearls display its elegance in these earrings. Diamond pave set 18k yellow gold lever backs connect to gold loops securing a smaller oval shape pearl...
Category

2010s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Natura...

18K Yellow Gold Grey and Peach Moonstone Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Moonstones fill these earrings with unexpected hues. The base is 18k yellow gold supporting a round gray cabochon moonstone. Hanging underneath is a peach oval cabochon moonstone. Th...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Gold Jewelry

Materials

Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Sunflower Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
White diamonds and gold combine to produce a brilliant glow to this brooch. 18k yellow gold enlivens a sunflower motif, featuring two overlapping rows of textured petals. The artisan...
Category

2010s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

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

18K Yellow Gold Sleeping Beauty Turquoise and Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A turquoise set-in coordinating V shape gold prongs begins the design. Next, a bezel set brilliant cut diamond in D.E.F. color and VVS2 clarity gives its signature sparkle as a rare ...
Category

2010s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold White Crystal Pendant
Located in New York, NY
The transparent beauty of crystal is the focus of this pendant necklace. An orb of crystal features faceting to enhance a bright reflection across its surface. The 18k yellow gold wi...
Category

Early 2000s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Crystal 18K Yellow Gold Wire Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The shimmering translucency of crystal is showcased in these Carina earrings. A facetted globe of crystal produces flickers of light and soft shadows. 18k yellow gold loops secure th...
Category

Early 2000s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Pear Marquise Peridot Cluster Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Olive-green radiance of peridot is presented in these earrings. A single pear cut of the gem is orbited halfway by illuminating two marquise and three pears. Marquise cuts accentuate...
Category

2010s American Modern Gold Jewelry

Materials

Peridot, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold Blue Sapphire Starfish on the Rocks Clip-on Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the coastal scene, the whimsical design of a starfish resting on a rock comes to life. Glistering blue sapphires serve as the rock and provide the rocky texture and the c...
Category

Early 2000s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18K Yellow Gold Oval Mango Moonstone Ring
Located in New York, NY
Synonymous with its name, a significant size of moonlit gemstone in everyday design serves as a timeless jeweled piece. Adularescence glows within this ring, an effect that resembles...
Category

2010s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rainbow Sapphire, Aquamarine, Peridot, Ruby Collage 18K Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A polychromatic dance of precious and semi-precious gems orbits these earrings. Sapphire, ruby, peridot, and aquamarine are the gemstones of choice. Varied shapes of oval, pear, prin...
Category

2010s North American Contemporary Gold Jewelry

Materials

Aquamarine, Peridot, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Yello...

White South Sea Pearl Graduated 18K Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Lustrous radiance encompasses this elegant pearl necklace. 41 round South Sea pearls are strung together with a small knot in between each to ensure protection. The pearls gradually ...
Category

2010s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold Bezel Set Princess Cut Diamond Stud Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These stud earrings embrace a monochrome aesthetic. The jewel of choice is a princess cut diamond, combining brilliance with geometric lines. Each gem is bezel set in 14 white gold, ...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Gold Jewelry

Materials

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

Blue Sapphire and Diamond 18K White Gold Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A floral motif is etched in the jewels. The pattern begins with two single bezel set brilliant cut diamonds connected one below the other. Descending from this are 6 round sapphires,...
Category

2010s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Valentin Magro Lapis Lazuli 18k Gold Rondelle Bead Double Strand Necklace
Located in Perry, FL
Valentin Magro double strand lapis lazuli and 18k bead 36” necklace featuring 8.1mm to 8.3mm rondelle beads in dark blue lapis strung with (10) gold rondelle...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Gold Jewelry

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Amazonite Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Vibrant blue green of Amazonite encompasses this necklace. Orbs of the gem, measuring 18mm, are strung together. In between a single knot of coordinating thread protects each gem. Th...
Category

2010s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Amazonite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

White and Tahitian Keshi Pearl Diamond Wire Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Using cool toned baroque keshi pearls, these earrings have 18k yellow gold hooks holding a round shaped pearl and elongated pearl with a brilliant set diamond in between. One earring has a white pearl on top and Tahitian keshi pearl...
Category

2010s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Black Pearl, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Diamond and White Pearl Leaf Clip-on Earrings
Located in New York, NY
A cluster of berries is imagined in diamonds and pearls. Brilliant cut diamonds set in platinum are a three cornered leaf, while 18k yellow gold serv...
Category

Early 2000s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

18K Yellow Gold Rope Overlap Dome Diamond Clip-on Earrings
Located in New York, NY
The glow of 18k yellow gold features the brilliance of diamonds in these unique earrings. Embellished with brilliant cut diamonds, the precious metal is carved as a rope woven into a...
Category

Early 2000s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

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

Golden Keshi Pearl 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Cluster Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Warm luster of gold keshi pearls combine with the brilliance of diamonds for these earrings. Five baroque gold keshi pearls are arranged in a circular pat...
Category

2010s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, South Se...

Valentin Magro 18K Gold Seahorse Brooche Madeira Citrine Peridot Diamond Emerald
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Valentin Magro 18K Gold Seahorse Brooche Madeira Citrine Peridot Diamond Emerald 18k yellow gold forms the body of the seahorse, with detail given to its scalloped body and orbs dow...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Gold Jewelry

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Valentin Magro Gold Frog Ring
Located in Darnestown, MD
This charming, whimsical Frog Ring would serve well for anyone seeking his or her prince. The frog's back is beautifully textured with tiny balls. It is sit...
Category

1990s American Modern Gold Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold

Rubellite and Green Beryl Three Stone Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Deep hue rests at the heart of this ring. The central jewel is a dark red rubellite with a hint of purple. It’s cut into a cushion and set between four corner prongs tipped with roun...
Category

Early 2000s American Contemporary Gold Jewelry

Materials

Green Beryl, White Diamond, Beryl, Diamond, Rubelite, Gold, 18k Gold, Ye...

Valentin Magro Modern 18Kt Yellow Gold Earrings with Carved Rock Quartz
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful pair of earrings designed by Valentin Magro. A modern sculptural pair, crafted in solid 18 karats of high polished yellow gold. They ...
Category

1990s American Modern Gold Jewelry

Materials

Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Valentin Magro 18Kt Gold Earrings 74.6 Cts In Rubellite And Cacholong White Opal
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of earrings designed by Valentin Magro. A modern and sculptural beautiful pair, crafted in solid 18 karats of high polished yellow gold. They was conceived as a mirrored swirl pair and suited with hinged omega backs for fastening clips. The posts option for pierced ears can be easily added. They are mounted with a perfect matched pair of asymmetric swirled elements carved from natural white cacholong opals...
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Gold Jewelry

Materials

Opal, Rubelite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Candy Green Amethyst Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Candy-like green amethyst is the main showpiece. An oval and checkerboard cut gemstone showcases a scintillating range of yellow-green hues from within. 18k yellow gold prongs graced...
Category

2010s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Orange Zircon, Aquamarine and Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
An arresting duo of jewels glow each other. The blazing orange hue of zircon in a cushion cut serves as the culmination of this ring held by 18k yellow gold prongs in the center. More light dances off an emerald cut of aquamarine on each side of the zircon. Brilliant cut diamonds shimmer along the band in the front and back, rising upward to enclose the three jewels...
Category

2010s American Gold Jewelry

Materials

Zircon, White Diamond, Diamond, Aquamarine, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Sapphire and Diamond 18K White Gold Fan Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Jewels sweep down and glint in this fan motif. A tapered curve of pear-shaped sapphires is the base of the design. Within are three strands of brilliant cut diamonds and a row of sap...
Category

2010s American Modern Gold Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Antique and Vintage Gold Jewelry for Sale on 1stDibs — Shop Gold Necklaces, Gold Watches and Other Accessories

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.

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