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Metal: Gold
Style: Byzantine
A Byzantine Gold and Glass Intaglio Ring, Circa 4th-6th Century A.D.
Located in Firenze, IT
Of rectangular form, with a Greek cross cut from a sheet of gold leaf set beneath a layer of pale blue glass, mounted in 22kt yellow gold, the intaglio 15mm wide, finger size 7 1/2 W...
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15th Century and Earlier Italian Byzantine Antique Gold Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Gold Multi Color Byzantine Ring
Located in Athens, GR
Admire the enchanting beauty of a gold ring, graced by a captivating oval pink tourmaline, surrounded by two rows of sparkling diamonds, and adorned with two round emeralds—an exquis...
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

Byzantine Gold Ring with Ruby and Sapphires
Located in Athens, GR
Our gold ring boasts a striking square ruby at its heart, elegantly framed by two vivid blue sapphires and adorned with intricate granulation details—a masterpiece of color and craftsmanship to wear. 100% handmade in our workshop. Metal: 18K Gold Gemstones: Sapphire square weight...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Gold Byzantine Ring with Emerald Rubies and Sapphires
Located in Athens, GR
Step into the timeless allure of the Byzantine era with our Gold Byzantine Ring. Its regal design features a captivating Emerald at the center, encircled by four square Rubies, and crowned by two pear Sapphires, an exquisite piece that seamlessly blends history, elegance, and opulence. 100% handmade in our workshop. Metal: 18K Gold Gemstones: Emerald weight 0,40 ct Ruby Princess square weight...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Ruby Emerald Byzantine Gold Ring
Located in Athens, GR
Admire the enchanting design of interlocking gold rope triangles, each embracing a round emerald and a round ruby, a harmonious blend of shape and color that adds a touch of elegance...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Gold Diamond Byzantine Daisy Ring with Rubies
Located in Athens, GR
A luminous gold shiny daisy, adorned with a radiant diamond center, and embraced by two vibrant rubies, makes this gold ring a masterpiece of elegance and natural beauty, a daily rem...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Dimos 22k Gold Byzantine Filigree Cross with Marquise Cut Emerald
Located in Athens, GR
A majestic cross in 22 karat yellow gold with filigree work topped with red and blue enamel giving substantial depth and emphasis in this creation. The 0.20 carats Emerald in the mid...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, 22k Gold

18K Byzantine Gold Laurel Earrings
Located in Athens, GR
Daphne is an ancient Greek name meaning laurel. In Greek mythology, Daphne was a beautiful nymph whom the god of the sun, Apollo, fell in love with. Desperate to escape him, she turned herself into the famous laurel tree...
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Turquoise Granulations Pendant
Located in Athens, GR
Pendant in 18 karat yellow gold set with a natural turquoise and granulations. A simple and clean piece completely handmade that can be worn 24 /7
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Natural Turquoise Pendant with Enamel
Located in Athens, GR
18k yellow gold framing this natural turquoise cut in round cabochon shape and decorate with white enamel to created the ultimate summer look, color and vibe.
Category

Early 17th Century Greek Byzantine Antique Gold Jewelry

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Enamel

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tanzanite and Diamond Thick Band Ring
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Solid Yellow Gold Ring all handmade with the Byzantine granulation workmanship and a unique velvet background all custom-made. The gorgeous ring has 1 Ce...
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Tanzanite, Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Round White Pearl Carved Spiral Gold Clip Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
Very good condition. 100% Genuine. Rare to find. A very beautiful pair of earrings by Chr. DIOR, signed at the back. Size: 2.0*1.7 cm. Weight: 5.0 g/each. _ _ _ Great for everyd...
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1980s German Byzantine Vintage Gold Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

Ruby Byzantine Cross Pendant with Squares
Located in Athens, GR
This exquisite Byzantine cross pendant is a radiant masterpiece, where glistening squares intertwine with the fiery brilliance of radiant rubies, celebrating the artistry of ancient ...
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Byzantine Heart Cross with Sapphire
Located in Athens, GR
Grace your neckline with the captivating beauty of a Byzantine heart cross pendant, centered around a single, resplendent sapphire—a cherished symb...
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Byzantine Round Cross Pendant with Emerald and Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
In the heart of our round gold cross pendant, a captivating emerald with its enchanting green hue takes center stage, surrounded by a brilliant constellation of diamonds—a radiant em...
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Byzantine Diamond Square Cross Pendant
Located in Athens, GR
Throughout this gold square cross pendant, diamonds glisten amidst intricate granulations, crafting a divine symphony of faith and elegance, where...
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Dimos 18k Gold Byzantine Inspired Cross with Emeralds
Located in Athens, GR
18k gold Byzantine Inspired Cross that showcases intricate design and craftsmanship. This cross features a combination of cabochon emeralds, granulation, and filigree decoration, add...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Greek Byzantine Antique Gold Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Byzantine Gold Oval Pendant with Ruby and Shiny Finish
Located in Athens, GR
Adorn yourself with our gleaming oval gold pendant, showcasing a captivating oval deep red ruby encircled by a symphony of meticulously crafted granu...
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Eternity Granulated Band Ring
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios design eternity band ring is handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold. The gorgeous band is microscopically decorated all the way around with gold wires, and Granulat...
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Black Diamond...

18K Byzantine Gold Laurel Bracelet
Located in Athens, GR
Daphne is an ancient Greek name meaning laurel. In Greek mythology, Daphne was a beautiful nymph whom the god of the sun, Apollo, fell in love with. Desperate to escape him, she turned herself into the famous laurel tree...
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Byzantine Gold Ring with Amethyst and Tsavorites
Located in Athens, GR
Imbued with the rich heritage of Byzantine artistry, our meticulously crafted gold ring showcases intricate details that capture the essence of ancient craftsmanship. Flanked by two ...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold

Byzantine Gold Ring with Pink Sapphire and Emeralds
Located in Athens, GR
A gold ring adorned with two square emeralds on either side, beautifully complemented by a captivating oval sapphire—a harmonious symphony of color and t...
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Emerald, Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Gold Ruby Pendant with Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
This stylish Gold Ruby Pendant with Diamonds is the perfect addition to your jewelry collection. The solid metal design is set with glittering diamonds that add a brilliant sparkle. ...
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

18K Byzantine Gold Laurel Ring
Located in Athens, GR
Daphne is an ancient Greek name meaning laurel. In Greek mythology, Daphne was a beautiful nymph whom the god of the sun, Apollo, fell in love with. Desperate to escape him, she turned herself into the famous laurel tree...
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Sapphire Gold Ring with Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
This exquisite sapphire gold ring is sure to turn heads. Crafted from pure gold and set with dazzling diamonds, it exudes sophistication and luxury. The perfect marriage of modern de...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

18K Byzantine Gold Laurel Necklace
Located in Athens, GR
Daphne is an ancient Greek name meaning laurel. In Greek mythology, Daphne was a beautiful nymph whom the god of the sun, Apollo, fell in love with. Desperate to escape him, she turned herself into the famous laurel tree...
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Gold Byzantine Round Flower Pendant with Diamond
Located in Athens, GR
Embrace the delicate charm of our round gold pendant, where a gleaming gold daisy takes center stage, accentuated by a brilliant gem—a symbol of ele...
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Rhodolite Topaz Byzantine Ring with Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
Inspired by the opulence of Byzantine aesthetics and ancient beauty, this aristocratic ring features a captivating blend of rhodolite gemstone, London topaz, and diamonds, exuding timeless elegance and sophistication. 100% handmade in our workshop. Metal: 18K Gold Gemstones: Rhodolite square...
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Rhodolite, Gold, 18k Gold

Square Gold Pendant with Pink Sapphires and Diamond
Located in Athens, GR
Elevate your style with our square gold pendant, featuring captivating round pink sapphires and delicate degradé granulations. Embrace the allure of this uniquely designed piece, whe...
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Byzantine Oval Gold Pendant with Oval Swiss Topaz and Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
Adorn yourself with our grand oval gold pendant, intricately adorned with a stunning motif of trapezoids, each embraced by brilliant gemstones, culmi...
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold

Byzantine Gold Ring with Emerald Sapphires and Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
Indulge in the allure of vivid colors with our gold ring, where a central square emerald takes center stage, encircled by two square sapphires that add depth and contrast. Sparkling brilliance completes the ensemble, creating a mesmerizing symphony of gemstones and elegance that graces your hand with a touch of sophistication. 100% handmade in our workshop. Metal: 18K Gold Gemstones: Emerald square weight...
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby Diamond Etruscan Style Band Ring
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios designer 18 Karat Yellow Gold band Ring is all handmade with bead granulation workmanship and a unique velvet background. This gorgeous band ring features a center Ov...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Brown Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Rubelite, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink ...

Byzantine Multi Color Sapphire Ring with Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
Dive into a world of color and brilliance with this exquisite gold ring adorned with an array of captivating sapphires, a statement of bold elegance and timeless allure that celebrat...
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2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green ...

18K Gold Band Ring with Rubies
Located in Athens, GR
This elegant gold band ring, adorned with shimmering rubies, is the perfect choice for a sophisticated woman. Crafted from luxurious materials, it adds a touch of opulence to any war...
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Gold Emerald Byzantine Ring with Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
This gold ring weaves a story of intricate gold details, embellished with a multitude of small emeralds and diamonds, a captivating masterpiece of craftsmanship and brilliance that e...
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Burma Ruby Byzantine Gold Ring with Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
Behold our exquisite gold ring, where a pink-red ruby takes center stage, encircled by glistening diamonds. Adorned with intricate golden details, it's a masterpiece of sophisticatio...
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold

Byzantine Rounded Cross Pendant with Sapphires
Located in Athens, GR
Enhance your allure with a gold cross pendant adorned with radiant round sapphires and intricate granulation details. This masterpiece is a testament to timeless beauty and unparalle...
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold

Gold Triangle Motif Ring with Rubies and Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
Embrace a touch of contemporary glamour with our Gold Triangle Motif Ring, adorned with the fiery allure of rubies and the brilliant sparkle of diamonds. This uniquely designed piece...
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

Sapphire Gold Ring with Brilliants
Located in Athens, GR
The intricate design of the ring features a motif composed of vibrant sapphires and delicate granulations, creating a visually stunning composition. Brilliant-cut diamonds adorn thes...
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

18K Gold Pendant with pear Emerald and Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
This beautiful gold pendant features stunning pear-cut emerald, accented with round brilliant-cut diamonds for added sparkle. With its timeless design, this piece of jewelry is sure ...
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold

Gold Round Pendant with Sapphire and Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
Elevate your style with this exquisite gold round pendant, adorned with a brilliant sapphire, glistening diamonds, and radiant gold accents. Experience the allure of timeless eleganc...
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Byzantine Cross Pendant with Ruby and Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
Our unique gold cross pendant blooms with a captivating flower design, where heart-shaped petals cradle a single diamond each, all centered around a radiant ruby. A symbol of love an...
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Byzantine Style 22-Kt Gold Ring with Antique Coin, Ruby, Diamonds
Located in Monte Carlo, MC
Handmade in rich 22 Karat gold, this Byzantine style ring boasts an impressive weight of 27 grams, lending a substantial feel to your ensemble. A portion of an antique coin, set in s...
Category

20th Century Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 22k Gold, Silver, Gold

Early20thC ByzantineRedCrossPendant LampworkGlass Galalith SilverToggle Necklace
Located in Chicago, IL
Characteristic of the large chunky shapes including Byzantine-style crosses favored by French couturiers Gabriel "Coco" Chanel, Yves Saint Laurent and Christian Lacroix for their cos...
Category

Early 20th Century French Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Quartz, Gold, Silver, Copper

19kt gold chain with Pearls and Turquoise
Located in New Orleans, LA
Heavy, spectacular gold Byzantine complex chain in 19.02 high kt gold interspersed with creamy white oval cultured pearls and turquoise nuggets. The pearls have very faint blue/gold overtones and are a high luster. Pearls measure approximately 9mm x 8.65mm. Large turquoise nuggets vary in size with the largest measuring approximately 16.55mm x 15.50mm. The blue is an intense sky blue with black spiderweb veining. While the chain is of Portuguese manufacture the turquoise appears to be of high quality Arizona origin, it looks as if it could be Lander Blue...
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Mid-20th Century Portuguese Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Gold

Botswana agate, 14kt gold, old mine cut diamonds and tsavorite green garnets
Located in New Orleans, LA
Handsome triple strand necklace of fascinating patterns of brown and caramel colored Botswana agate. The agate tubular beads are alternately place smooth rondelles of green tsavorite...
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2010s American Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, 14k Gold

A Gold And Byzantine Theophilus II 829-842 AC Gold Coin Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
A gold and Byzantine Theophilus II 829-842 AC coin ring,Theophilus (829-842), Frontal bust with cruciger globe. Collet-set with a reversible gold ancient coin, to a ring of twisted y...
Category

15th Century and Earlier Italian Byzantine Antique Gold Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Bronze

Pure 24 Karat Yellow Gold Evil Eye Pendant Charm
Located in Troy, MI
Rarest of all the golds, 24 karat gold is valued by all discerning investors. With it's unmistakable warm yellow color & hammered finish, this evil eye pendant / charm talisman is th...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pure 24 Karat Yellow Gold Square Turquoise Color Evil Eye Pendant Charm
Located in Troy, MI
Nothing is more luxurious than pure 24 karat gold! It has such a warm, sunshine reminiscent color that is further enhanced with the color of turquoise- people the world over have rev...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

24k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Kt Gold, Diamond and Enamel Cross Pendant
Located in Cattolica, IT
A delicate Latin-shaped cross pendant with a Byzantine-style design. This cross is embellished with fire enamel work. This glazing technique ensures that the color remains bright and...
Category

2010s Italian Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Byzantine-Style Flower Band Ring
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer ring is handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold. This gorgeous oval ring is microscopically decorated with Byzantine-style granulation work to create a stunning ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold

18 Kt Gold, Diamond and Enamel Cross Pendant
Located in Cattolica, IT
A delicate Latin-shaped cross pendant with a Byzantine-style design. This cross is embellished with fire enamel work. This glazing technique ensures that the color remains bright and...
Category

2010s Italian Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Bochic Curated Antique Ring From Afghanistan 18k Solid Gold & Antique Turquoise
Located in New York, NY
Bochic Curated Antique Ring From Afghanistan 18k Solid Gold & Antique Turquoise Bochic Curated “Alexander Mocdon” Antique dome Afghanistan 18k Gold & Turquoise Ring This is the ki...
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15th Century and Earlier Afghan Byzantine Antique Gold Jewelry

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Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold

Bochic Curated Antique Ring From Burma 18k Solid Gold & Antique Lapis Lazuli
Located in New York, NY
Bochic Curated Antique Ring From Burma 18k Solid Gold & Antique Lapis Lazuli This is the kind of ring you see in a Museum South East Asian Antique...
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17th Century Burmese Byzantine Antique Gold Jewelry

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold

18 Kt Gold, Diamond and Enamel Cross Pendant
Located in Cattolica, IT
A delicate Latin-shaped cross pendant with a Byzantine-style design. This cross is embellished with fire enamel work. This glazing technique ensures that the color remains bright and...
Category

2010s Italian Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Georgios Collection 18 Karat Gold Granulated Emerald Sapphire and Ruby Cross
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios Designer Byzantine style cross Pendant enhancer is handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold and features four Rubies, four Blue Sapphires, and an Emerald center with a tot...
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, ...

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Trillion Cut Tanzanite and Diamond Ring
Located in Astoria, NY
This unique men's and women's S.Georgios designer ring is hand-made from 18 Karat yellow gold in combination with Black Rhodium. It is decorated in a Byzantine style with granulation...
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21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Gold Jewelry

Materials

Tanzanite, White Diamond, Diamond, Rhodium, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large Camellia Crystals Layer Rose Flower Earrings
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large Camellia Crystals Layer Rose Flower Clip Earrings, Gold Plated Very excellent condition. Not any colour loss or stone lost. Marked 'Chr.Dior (C) '...
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1970s German Byzantine Vintage Gold Jewelry

Materials

Gold Plate

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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