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High Grade Black Onyx Stacker Ring with Side Diamond 14kt Yellow Gold, by Kabana
By Kabana
Located in Bozeman, MT
Casual Stacker Ring - High Grade, Black Onyx Stacker Ring with Side Diamond, Size 7 (in stock and
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Other, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pierre Cardin 1970 Paris Geometric Sculptural Onyx Ring 14kt Gold and Sterling
By Jean Dinh Van for Pierre Cardin
Located in Miami, FL
has been crafted with minimalist patterns in solid sterling silver and yellow gold of 14 karats with
Category

Vintage 1970s French Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Set in 18K Rose Gold, Ceylon Pink Sapphire, Black Onyx Diamond Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Pink Sapphire Black Onyx Engagement Ring set in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Green Amethyst Prasiolite Black Onyx Diamond Art Deco Style Hexagon Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
, but a true statement of art. 14K White Gold. Ring Information Total weight: 3.24 g. (approx. total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Set in 18K Gold, Ethiopian Opal, Black Onyx Diamonds Art Deco Dome Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Art Deco style, Opal & Black Onyx Dome Cocktail Ring set in 18K
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Dome Rings

Materials

Opal, Onyx, Diamond, 18k Gold

Modern Italian 18 K Rose Gold Ring White Agate Black Onyx
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
a modern 18 K rose Gold italian Ring featuring a fancy sahpe black Onyx flanked by 2 fancy sahpe
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Agate, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18K Gold filled Signet ring with Black onyx and 0.03 Carat Natural Diamond
Located in Bangkholem , Bangkok Thailand
Elevate your style with our exquisite 18K Gold Filled Signet Ring, featuring a captivating Black
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold-filled

Men or Women s Black Onyx Ring with Side Diamonds, 14 Kt Yellow Gold by Kabana
By Kabana
Located in Bozeman, MT
Men or Women's Black Onyx Ring with Side Diamonds, 14kt Yellow Gold by Kabana Fine Jewelry Men's
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Other, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat White Gold Onyx and Diamond Ring Size 6.5 #22532
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat White Gold Onyx and Diamond Ring Size 6.5 This stunning ring features black onyx set in
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Old Mine Cut Diamond Black Onyx Ring Victorian 14 Karat White Rose Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a very special antique Victorian to Art Deco ring with an oval shape panel of Black Onyx
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold

Set in 18K Gold, 1.92 carat Zambia Emerald, Black Onyx Diamond Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, Art - deco style & unisex, Emerald & Black Onyx Engagement Ring set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Onyx Square Ring 4.75-5 #23935
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Onyx Square Ring 4.75-5 This 14 karat yellow gold square ring
Category

20th Century Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Neptune Onyx Etched Gold Leaf Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Neptune Onyx Etched Gold Leaf Ring Size 4.5 circa 1930 Stamped 14K Hand
Category

20th Century More Rings

Materials

Onyx, Yellow Gold

John Bagley Diamond, Onyx and Mother of Pearl Band Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
authenticity and current appraisal value. Metal: 14 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstones: Diamonds, black onyx, mother
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Art Deco Revival Onyx Coral White Gold Ring Jacket
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
: 1970s Metal: 14k White Gold Gemstones: Black Onyx Coral Ring Size: 6.75 , sizing available Rise Above
Category

Vintage 1970s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Onyx Flower Motif 24-Diamond Set 14k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Onyx Flower Motif Diamond Set 14k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring is a stunning statement piece that
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Set in 18K Gold, Tanzanite, Mother of Pearl, Black Onyx Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Tanzanite, Mother of Pearl & Black Onyx Cocktail Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Vintage 14 kt yellow gold onyx ring with old cut diamond
Located in AMSTERDAM, NL
This stunning ring features an rose cut diamond and a kite shaped black onyx stone, creating a
Category

Vintage 1970s European Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pierre Cardin 1970 Paris Geometric Ring in 14 Kt Gold Sterling Silver and Onyx
By Pierre Cardin
Located in Miami, FL
with minimalist patterns in solid sterling silver and yellow gold of 14 karats with high polished
Category

Vintage 1970s French Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Pierre Cardin Paris 1970 By Dinh Van Geometric Oval Ring In 14Kt Gold And Onyx
By Jean Dinh Van for Pierre Cardin
Located in Miami, FL
sculptural ring has been crafted with minimalist patterns in solid yellow gold of 14 karats with high
Category

Vintage 1970s French Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Encrusted Triple Row Ring With Onyx Shoulders in Yellow Gold
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This marvelous Late 20th Century cocktail ring, fashioned from 14k yellow gold, is comprised of
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.92 carats, Emerald Sugarloaf, Chalcedony, Black Onyx Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, one of a kind. Emerald, Chalcedony & Black Onyx Cocktail Ring set in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, Emerald, Diamond, Chalcedony, 18k Gold

Black Opal Doublet Diamond Pave Shoulder 14K White Gold Statement Ring
Located in Miami, FL
. Ring size 7.5, adjustable. Product Specifications: Item Type: Statement Ring Metal: 14K White Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Class of 1944 US Naval Academy Yellow Gold Onyx Ring
Located in New York, NY
A historic U.S. Naval Academy class ring, crafted in 13k yellow gold and set with a polished
Category

Mid-20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Onyx, Yellow Gold

Cushion Shape London Blue Topaz Onyx Emerald Diamond Art Deco White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
black onyx. Each side and shoulders set off with round diamond with milgrain edge. 14K White Gold. Ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique 1880s Victorian Old Mine Diamond Onyx Cocktail Cluster Engagement Ring
Located in New York, NY
A SUPER RARE, an absolute treasure, Authentic Victorian CIRCA 1880s Diamond Cluster 14k Gold Ring
Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Natural Turquoise, Onyx Diamonds Art Deco Style Victorian Cocktail/ Dome Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
14K Gold & Silver 925. The weight of the Turquoise is 1.14 carats. The weight of Black Onyx is 17.32
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Silver

Pearl Onyx One-Off Cocktail Unique Statement Ring Soft to the touch
By Sheila Westera London
Located in Engelberg, CH
Material: 14k Yellow Gold-filled Ring Size: mm 18 US 7 3/4 UK P 1/2 FRA 56
Category

2010s Swiss Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Gold, Gold-filled, Yellow Gold

Onyx Teardrop Earrings and Ring with Diamonds 14k Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gorgeous teardrop earring and ring set crafted from 14k Gold and set with an Onyx center stone and
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold

Lapiz Lazuli Ring Cocktail Ring Black Enamel
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Lapis Lazuli Ring in Black Enamel and 14k Gold Plate – Victorian-Inspired Cocktail Ring by J
Category

2010s Indian Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Enamel

Ladies Antique Mixed Metals Silver Palladium Rhodium Square Onyx Diamond Ring
Located in Houston, TX
handmade filigreed silver and 14K palladium white gold diamond and onyx antique cocktail halo ring with a
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, Diamond, Mixed Metal, Silver, Rhodium, Palladium, White Gold

Vintage Inlaid Hardstone, Diamond and Gold Ring by Asch Grossbardt
By Asch Grossbardt
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This vintage 14K yellow gold ring by Asch Grossbardt is designed in an organic motif, and is
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Old Euro Diamond, Onyx Emerald Accent Ring (Approx. 1.70-Carats), Platinum
Located in New York, NY
: Diamonds Jewelry Type: Engagement Ring Jewelry Style: Cluster, Bezel-Set Metal: Silver, 14K Yellow Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx

High Grade Five Star Australian Opal Diamond Wavy Stacker Ring 14K Gold
By Kabana
Located in Bozeman, MT
High Grade Five Star Australian Opal Diamond Wavy Stacker Ring 14kt Yellow Gold. Custom sizes are
Category

2010s American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Other, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina J Mother of Pearl, Onyx and red Coral Earrings with 14 K White Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
These mother of pearl, onyx, and coral earrings with 14k white gold lever backs and chain are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Dangle Earrings

Materials

Coral, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Black Onyx and Round-Brilliant Cut Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
grams of 14K Yellow Gold. Details: ✔ Stone: Black Onyx ✔ Stone Cut: Oval ✔ Stone Color: Black ✔
Category

20th Century Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Black Onyx and Round-Brilliant Cut Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
grams of 14K Yellow Gold. Details: ✔ Stone: Black Onyx ✔ Stone Cut: Oval ✔ Stone Color: Black ✔
Category

20th Century Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Black Onyx and Round-Brilliant Cut Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
grams of 14K Yellow Gold. Details: ✔ Stone: Black Onyx ✔ Stone Cut: Oval ✔ Stone Color: Black ✔
Category

20th Century Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Attractive Ruby Fruit Salad and Crysophrase Ring
Located in New York, NY
. Imposing cocktail ring with dramatic color contrast. Set in 14K gold. 1940s USA. Excellent condition
Category

Vintage 1940s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Chrysophrase, 14k Gold

Victorian 1870 Operculum Carved Shell Memento Ring In 14Kt Yellow And Rose Gold
Located in Miami, FL
large, dark, somber, dramatic jewelry, with a lot of black onyx, jet wood, amethyst, garnet and gold
Category

Antique 1870s English Victorian Dome Rings

Materials

Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, 15k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Veronica Poblano Mickey Mouse Multi-Gem Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
Veronica Poblano Mickey Mouse multi-gem gold ring, circa 1970s Black onyx, mother-of-pearl
Category

Vintage 1970s Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina J. Amethyst, Citrine and Black Onyx Earrings with 14k Yellow Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
features faceted Cirtrine and large Amethyst beads freely moving within Black Onyx rings. The Black Onyx is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Black Onyx Station Bar Bracelet
Located in Great neck, NY
asked! These charming and pretty bracelets will make a perfect gift! 14K Yellow Gold Spring ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

Onyx, Yellow Gold

14 karat Art Deco Ruby and Diamond French Cut Solitaire Ring
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
in lustrous 14k yellow gold. The 22 mm band features French-cut rubies and black onyx surrounding the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Quartz Crystal Ring White Enamel Coctail Ring
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Crystal Quartz Cocktail Ring in White Enamel and 14k Gold Plate – J Dauphin The Crystal Quartz
Category

2010s Indian Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Quartz, Crystal, Enamel, Gold Plate, 14k Gold

14k Yellow Gold Black Onyx Inlay Station Bar Necklace
Located in Great neck, NY
of your choice. 14K Yellow Gold Spring ring Closure Necklace Measurement 18" Inches Gift Box
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Yellow Gold

Victorian 14k Onyx and Pearl Link Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
A simply stunning onyx and pearl link bracelet from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! Crafted in 14k
Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

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

Vintage Navajo Modern BezelSetOnyx GoldFilledTop DoubleSilverBand Solitaire Ring
By Navajo
Located in Chicago, IL
Native American, features a sterling-bezel-set black onyx cabochon on one end of a linear-textured yellow
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Onyx, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

Satinated Carved Quartz Cabs 14K gold Ruby Black Onyx Stud Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
round Black Onyx ring and round Ruby cabs set in yellow gold. In 1978 our workshop started in Italy to
Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Onyx, Quartz, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Sea Shell Necklace, Black Onyx, Diamonds, 14k White Gold, Gold Ball Chain
By Jen Proudman Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
Sea Shell Necklace Black Onyx, Diamonds, 14k White Gold, Gold Ball Chain The carved Black Onyx
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, White Gold

Marina J. Baroque Pearl Black Onyx Earrings with solid 14k Yellow Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
black Onyx ring which hangs off a solid 14k Yellow Gold Lever Back. Measuring 2 inches long, this pair
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

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

14 Karat Yellow Gold Black/White Onyx and Diamond Ring
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow and Diamond Cameo Brooch/Pendant- This elegant cameo brooch features a
Category

20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Diamond Black Onyx Oval Shape Drop 14K Yellow Gold Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
the presence of onyx and a yellow gold movement hook. 14K Yellow Gold. Information Style: Art Deco
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pink Opal and Black Onyx Round Beads Rubies Black Diamonds Gold Stud Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Unique and elegant Art Deco Style earrings composed of a flat ring in solid 14 Kt yellow gold with
Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Black Diamond, Onyx, Opal, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage 1970s Onyx, Diamond and 14k Yellow Gold Pendant/Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage onyx, 0.08 carat diamond and 14k yellow gold pendant/brooch; part of
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Yellow Gold

Marina J. Jade, Coral, Black Onyx solid 14k Yellow Gold Lever Back Earrings
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
rings hanging from solid 14k Yellow Gold Wire. The top and bottom Rings carry beautiful pink colored
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Coral, Jade, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 14k Onyx Link Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning onyx necklace from the Art Deco (ca1920s) era! Crafted in 14k gold, this necklace is
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Link Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold

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14k Gold And Black Onyx Rings For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of 14k gold and black onyx rings for sale on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 14k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Our selection of items includes 34 vintage examples as well as 40 contemporary versions. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 19th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Our collection of 14k gold and black onyx rings includes designs that are universally popular, but Modern and Contemporary styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by DRU., Five Star Jewelry and Marina J. are often thought to be among the most beautiful. There are many round cut, bead and cushion cut 14k gold and black onyx rings for sale. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of 14k gold and black onyx rings, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are 14k Gold And Black Onyx Rings?

On average, 14k gold and black onyx rings at 1stDibs sell for $1,443, while they’re typically $195 on the low end and $32,500 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.