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10.6 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
Located in Diera, Dubai
10.6 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry This breathtaking piece
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

18 Karat Gold Indian Head Quarter Eagle Coin Necklace by Michael Bondanza
By Michael Bondanza
Located in Troy, MI
framed by designer Michael Bondanza in 18k yellow gold and suspends from a diamond accented ribbon-style
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

10.51 Carat natural SI/H Diamond Choker Torque Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
necklace is more than jewelry — it’s a statement of timeless elegance. Handcrafted in solid 18-karat gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pear Zambian Emerald Gemstone Necklace SI/H Pear Diamond 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
-SI2 COLOR H-I ) Emerald Wt. :- 3.62 Ct. Turquoise Wt. :- 2.04 Ct. Necklace Length :- 16 Inches
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

1.00 Carat Natural Diamond Bezel Bracelet G SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold 14 Stones
By David Morris
Located in New York, NY
1.00 Carat Natural Diamond Bezel Bracelet G SI 14K Yellow Gold 100% Natural Diamonds, Not
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.00 Carat Natural Diamond Fancy Bangle Bracelet G-H SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
1.00 Carat Natural Diamond Fancy Bangle Bracelet G SI 14K Yellow Gold 7'' 100% Natural Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pear-Cut 2.28 Carat Diamond Graduated Pendant Chain Necklace 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Pear-Cut 2.28 Carat Diamond Graduated Pendant Chain Necklace 18 Karat Rose Gold This stunning
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

5.05 Carat Natural Diamond Bracelet G SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold Very Unique Design
Located in New York, NY
Clarity SI 14K Yellow Gold, Prong Style 13.70 gram 7 inches in length, 1/8 inch in width
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.00 Carat Diamond Bolo 3 Flower Bracelet G SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold Adjustable
Located in New York, NY
1.00 Carat Natural Diamond Bolo 3 Flower Bracelet G SI 14K Yellow Gold 7'' 100% Natural Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.00 Carat Natural Diamond Flexible Bangle Bracelet G-H SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
G-H SI 14K Yellow Gold, Pave Style, 10.7 Grams 7 inches in length, 1/8 inch in width
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.00 Carat Natural Diamond Flexible Bangle Bracelet G-H SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
SI 14K Yellow Gold, Pave Style, 9.7 Grams 7 inches in length, 1/10 inch in width 35 diamonds B5859
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.50 Carat Natural Diamond Flexible Bangle Bracelet G-H SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
SI 14K Yellow Gold, 5.3 gram, Pave 7 inches in length, 1/10 inch in width 37 diamonds B5859-1.5Y
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.60 Carat Natural Diamond Pear Shape Drop Earrings G SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
0.60 Carat Natural Diamond Earrings G SI 14K Yellow Gold 100% Natural, Not Enhanced in any
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.00 Carat Natural Diamond Tennis Bracelet G SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold 62 Stones
Located in New York, NY
Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Tennis Bracelet 4.00CT G-H SI 14K Yellow Gold, prong style 7 inches
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.00 Carat Natural Diamond Tennis Bracelet G SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold 62 Stones
Located in New York, NY
Enhanced in any way Round Cut Diamond Tennis Bracelet 4.00CT G-H SI 14K Yellow Gold, prong style 7 inches
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Roberto Coin Princess Flower Diamond 18-Karat Pendant Necklace In Stock
By Roberto Coin
Located in Boca Raton, FL
: The chain is adjustable and can be worn at 16, 17 or 18 inches.   The pendant measures approximately
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Georgios Collection 18 Karat Rose Gold Purple and White Diamond Cross with Chain
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios Cross Necklace is all handmade from solid 18 Karat Rose Gold and is microscopically
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Necklace Enhancers

Materials

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

Natural Ruby Coral Gemstone Pendant Necklace SI/H Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Natural Ruby Coral Gemstone Pendant Necklace SI/H Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold This exquisite rose
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

2.05 Carat Natural Diamond Flower Cluster Ring G-H SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
2.05 Ct Natural Round Cut Diamond Flower Ring G SI 14K Yellow Gold 100% Natural Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.00 Carat Natural Diamond Flower Cluster Ring G-H SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
1.01 Ct Natural Round Cut Diamond Flower Ring G SI 14K Yellow Gold 100% Natural Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat DAG Italy Flex Mesh Three Oval Diamonds Necklace
Located in New York, NY
clarity. Diameter of oval: 12 x 15.7mm Diameter width of necklace: 10.5 mm 16 inch wearable length. 55
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21st Century and Contemporary American Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural 33.51 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite necklace is handset with 33.51 carats of sparkling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Genuine Ruby 28.36 Ct Diamond 11.34 Ct 18 Karat White Gold Wedding Necklace
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Genuine Ruby 28.36 Ct Diamond 11.34 Ct 18 Karat White Gold Wedding Necklace This exquisite
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Choker Necklaces

Materials

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

17Ct SI/H Graduating Heart Shaped Diamond Tennis Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
necklace is more than jewelry — it’s a statement of timeless elegance. Handcrafted in solid 18-karat gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.87 Ct Pink Sapphire Studded Lips Pendant Chain Necklace 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
0.87 Ct Pink Sapphire Studded Lips Pendant Chain Necklace 18 Karat Rose Gold This exquisite
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Chain Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

0.25 Carat Natural Diamond Crown Heart Ring G SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
way Round Cut Diamond Ring 0.25CT G-H SI 14K Yellow Gold pave style 3.7 grams 5/16 inch in width Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.00 Carat Natural Diamond Heart Ring Band G SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
Enhanced in any way Diamond Ring 1.00CT G-H SI 14K Yellow Gold Pave style 5 grams 9/16 inch in width Size 7
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.40 Carat Natural Diamond Ring G SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold 10 Stones
Located in New York, NY
in any way Round Cut Diamond Ring 0.40CT G-H SI 14K Yellow Gold Prong style 1.40 grams 1/16 inch in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.67 Carat Natural Diamond and Emerald Bracelet G-H SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
100% Natural Diamonds and Emeralds 1.67CT G-H SI 14K Yellow Gold, Prong Style 7 inches in
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.43 Carat Natural Diamond and Ruby Bracelet G-H SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
, ROSE OR YELLOW GOLD UPON REQUEST. All Chains of Pendants and Necklaces Can be Requested in 16'' or 18
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

47.19 Carat Graduated Oval Zambian Emerald V Shape Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
47.19 Carat Graduated Oval Zambian Emerald V Shape Necklace 18 Karat White Gold This exquisite V
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

0.60 Carat Natural Diamond Round Ring Pave Band G SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
, ROSE OR YELLOW GOLD UPON REQUEST. All Chains of Pendants and Necklaces Can be Requested in 16'' or 18
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pear Emerald Cut 33.17 Carat SI/H Diamond Pendant 18 Karat White Gold Necklace
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18 karat gold, these exquisite necklace is handset with 33.17 carats of sparkling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold 22.79 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Pear Shape Diamond Necklace
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite necklace is handset with 22.79 carats of sparkling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.30 Carat Natural Diamond Bezel set Ring G SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
way Round Cut Diamond Ring 0.30CT G-H SI 14K Yellow Gold Bezel style 2.20 grams 1/4 inches in width
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.75 Carat Natural Diamond 3 Flowers Ring G SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
YELLOW GOLD UPON REQUEST. All Chains of Pendants and Necklaces Can be Requested in 16'' or 18'' Length
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.25 Carat Natural Diamond Ring G SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold 7 Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
1.25 Carat Natural Diamond Ring G SI 14K Yellow Gold 7 stones 100% Natural Diamonds, Not
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.50 Carat Natural Diamond Oval Cluster Ring G SI 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
1.50 Ct Natural Round Cut Diamond Ring G SI 14K Yellow Gold 100% Natural Diamonds, Not
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

5.86 Carat Zambian Emerald 5.70 Ct Diamond Pendant Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
5.86 Carat Zambian Emerald 5.70 Ct Diamond Pendant Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Emerald Pear
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

12.60 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Marquise Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
necklace is more than jewelry — it’s a statement of timeless elegance. Handcrafted in solid 18-karat gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold 1.10 Carat SI/H Pear Brilliant Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite necklace is handset with 1.10 carats of sparkling diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Real 21.21 Carat SI/H Pear Marquise Diamond Choker Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
necklace is more than jewelry — it’s a statement of timeless elegance. Handcrafted in solid 18-karat gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Real 5.58 Carat SI/H Marquise Pear Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite necklace is handset with 5.58 carats of sparkling diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

7.3 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Diamond Flower Choker Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
necklace is more than jewelry — it’s a statement of timeless elegance. Handcrafted in solid 18-karat gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Wire Wrap Necklace
Located in Coral Gables, FL
18 Karat Yellow Gold 4mm Coil Textured Necklace Consisting Measuring 16 Inches Long with Lobster
Category

Late 20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Real 15.79 Carat SI/H Pear Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Handmade Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite earrings are handset with 2.1 carats of sparkling diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Natural 2.04 Carat SI/H Pear Shape Diamond Drop Necklace
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This necklace has been meticulously crafted from 18-karat gold and handset with 2.04 carats of
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

16.12 Carat SI/H Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Tennis Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite necklace is handset with 16.12 carats of sparkling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

6.53 Carat SI/H Pear Brilliant Cut Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite necklace is handset with 6.53 carats of sparkling diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural 23.95 Carat SI/H Round Pear Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite necklace is handset with 23.95 carats of sparkling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.29 Carat SI/H Pear Diamond Open Circle Pendant Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This 2.29 Carat SI/H Pear Diamond Open Circle 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace features pear
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

6.35 Carat SI Clarity HI Color Baguette Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite necklace is handset with 6.35 carats of sparkling diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.63 Carat SI/H Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Pendant Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite necklace is handset with 1.63 carats of sparkling diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.25 Carat SI/H Pear Round Diamond Pendant Necklace 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Cast from 18-karat gold, these exquisite necklace is handset with 2.25 carats of sparkling diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

24.68 Carat SI/H Pear Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
necklace is more than jewelry — it’s a statement of timeless elegance. Handcrafted in solid 18-karat gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pear Cut Green Gemstone SI Clarity HI Color Diamond Necklace 18 Karat White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
This Pear Cut Green Gemstone SI Clarity HI Color Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Necklace features
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Natural Diamond Pave Clover Pendant 18 Karat Necklace In Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
clover pendant adorned with natural diamonds, elegantly crafted in 18-karat gold. The delicate design
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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16 Inch 18 Karat Yellow Gold For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate piece of 16 inch 18 karat yellow gold for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 14k gold and white gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for an item from our selection of 16 inch 18 karat yellow gold from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A choice in our collection of 16 inch 18 karat yellow gold from David Morris, Syna Jewels and Thomas Kurilla — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. An object in our assortment of 16 inch 18 karat yellow gold can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 1683 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also mixed cut and brilliant cut versions for sale. Most of our 16 inch 18 karat yellow gold for sale are for women, but there are 635 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a 16 Inch 18 Karat Yellow Gold?

On average, a piece of 16 inch 18 karat yellow gold at 1stDibs sells for $2,999, while they’re typically $190 on the low end and $295,000 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.