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AMSTERDAM SAUER Cocktail Ring 18Kt Gold With SANTA MARIA Aquamarine Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
with classic patterns in solid white gold of 18 karats with high polished finish. It is embellished in
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21st Century and Contemporary Brazilian Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Oscar Heyman Diamond Ruby Sapphire Platinum 18K Gold Cluster Ring
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Philadelphia, PA
shoulders Stamped for 18 karat gold and platinum Numbered with maker's mark for Oscar Heyman Circa: 20th
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21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Antique and Contemporary 1.24Ct Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Trilogy Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 1.24 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, 18 karat white gold claw set
Category

Early 2000s Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold

French Van Cleef Arpels Two Row Diamonds and Twisted Rope Gold Ring, 18k
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in New York, NY
. Stamped VCA and Made in France. Ring Size US 3. Total Weight: 9.93 grams.
Category

20th Century French Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Essence Collection White Gold Ring with White Diamonds
By Roberta Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Micheletto's design tradition. Crafted in 18 karat white gold, this ring is adorned with finely selected white
Category

2010s Italian More Rings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian Smoky Quartz Gold Cross Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
yellow gold. WEIGHT: 28.2 grams. MEASUREMENTS: approximately 3 ½” (8.89 cm) long including the bail
Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold

1950 s Fred Leighton Yellow Gold, Citrine Rock Crystal Dangle Earrings
By Fred Leighton
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Product details: The earrings are made out of 18 karat yellow gold, detailed with citrine and rock
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Vintage 1950s French Dangle Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Rock Crystal, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Spark Pink Sapphire Diamond Ring
By Spark Creations
Located in Litchfield, CT
.” SIZE: 6 3/4ths, it can be sized. WEIGHT: 5.5 grams STONES: 1.52-carat pink sapphire and
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Early 2000s American Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Cartier Monture Platinum Diamond Brooch Pin Clip
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
: 8.0 grams. The clasp is made of 18 karat white gold. Stamped with Cartier maker's mark, serial number
Category

Vintage 1960s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Platinum, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany Co. Keys 18K White Gold Diamond Clover Key Pendant Necklace
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Houston, TX
of wear.  Prong Set in 18 Karat White Gold with: Three (3) round brilliant cut natural diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique 2.80Ct Diamond and 18k White Gold Full Eternity Ring Circa 1935
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 2.80 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold full eternity
Category

Vintage 1930s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Antique 1.18 Carat Diamond 18k White Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring Circa 1910
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 1.18 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold solitaire engagement ring
Category

Vintage 1910s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Antique 1.92 Carat Diamond and White Gold Full Eternity Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18 karat gold. This
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Vintage 1930s Unknown Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1900s Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold and White Gold Set Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 0.25 carat diamond and seed pearl, 18 karat yellow gold and 18 karat
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Antique Early 1900s French Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Vintage French 18K Yellow Gold Virgin Mary Religious Pendant Medal
Located in London, GB
Mary. Engraved to the reverse ‘Martine 27-3-57’. Stamped with the French eagle’s head for 18 karat gold
Category

Vintage 1920s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Van Cleef Arpels Retro Pink Sapphire and Diamond Swirl Earrings, 18K
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Karat Yellow Gold. The total weight is 16.98 grams and the dimensions are 7/8" x 3/4." The earrings are
Category

20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Round Diamonds and Emeralds Three Leaf Design Earrings, 18K and Platinum
Located in New York, NY
Yellow Gold. The diamonds weigh appx. 3 carats. The total weight of the earring is 16.20 grams. The
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20th Century Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Platinum

ETERNITY Classic Ring Band In 18Kt White Gold With 1.30 Carats In Pink Sapphires
Located in Miami, FL
crafted in solid white gold of 18 karats with high polished finish. The ring has a plain design at the
Category

20th Century American Modernist Band Rings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

c1982 Tiffany Co Earrings Picasso Coral Turquoise Gemstone Drops 18k Gold
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
pierced or non-pierced ears. Metal & Hallmark: 18 karat yellow gold. The earrings are hallmarked "18k
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, Hematite, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Unheated Ruby and Diamond Chandelier Earrings
Located in Chicago, IL
karat white gold Gross weight: 11.45 grams Measurements: 2 3/4 inches long GIA, 2013, Report No
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21st Century and Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Old Cut Diamond Trinity Ring
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This diamond ring has been mounted in an 18 karat yellow gold setting reminiscent of designs dating
Category

20th Century British Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 1.16 Cts Gold Fancy Deep Yellow Orange Diamond Ring
Located in New York, US
- Total weight 2.77 grams - 18 karat white and yellow gold - Accompanied by GIA report no. 1186293193
Category

2010s Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Cindy Royce Green Tourmaline Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Cindy Royce
Located in Los Angeles, CA
approximately 5.00 carats. METAL: 18-karat yellow gold. WEIGHT: 16.8 grams. RING SIZE: approximately 6
Category

Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

0.60 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring Vintage 1950s White Gold
Located in Milano, IT
. Crafted in: 18 karat white gold. One solitaire diamond: 0.60 ctw, brilliant cut, IGI certified. Weight of
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Vintage 1950s Italian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.76 Carat ERS Chain Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Stone Size - 5 x 3 mm Gross Weight - 2.527 Grams Setting - Bezel setting We can
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Onyx Yellow Gold Clip On Earrings
Located in Los Angeles, CA
smart. SPECIFICATIONS: GEMSTONES: two bullet-shaped black onyx. METAL: 18-karat yellow gold
Category

Vintage 1980s Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gin Grace 10K Rose Gold Genuine Morganite Pendant with Diamonds for women
Located in New York, NY
Round-Cut Prong setting Natural White Diamond (3 Pcs) 0.01 Carat. This Pendant is weight 0.79 grams. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Morganite, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

Contemporary Earrings Design Diamonds in 18k White Gold
Located in MADRID, ES
total) • Size: • Weight: 3.3 grams • Lenght: 3 cm • Width: 1,2 cm • Clarity and Quality: VS, Color G
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 5.82 Carat Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
beautifully made 18 karat gold mounting. Ring size 6 3/4 Material: 18K yellow gold Weight: 9.55 Grams
Category

Early 2000s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 2.42 Carat Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Double Eternity Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage 2.42 carats diamond double row eternity ring in 18 karat
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.30Ct Sapphire, Seed Pearl and Diamond, 18k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
18 karat yellow gold and 18 karat white gold set pendant - boxed; part of our diverse Art Nouveau
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Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Diamond and Yellow Gold Marquise Ring, Circa 1940
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 0.88 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold, 18 karat white gold
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Five Stone 1.95 Carat Turquoise Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 1.95 carat turquoise 18 karat yellow gold five stone ring
Category

Antique 1880s Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Turquoise, Yellow Gold

1950s Vintage 0.18 Carat Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 0.18 carat diamond and 18 karat yellow gold Art Deco style cocktail
Category

Vintage 1950s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

18K White Gold Ring with Natural Emerald and Diamonds
Located in Berlin, DE
This elegant ring, crafted from fine 18-karat white gold, is a captivating piece of jewelry that
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

A. Jaffe Ladies 18K Green White Gold Sapphire Rubies Diamond Cocktail Ring Set
Located in Houston, TX
Width: 2.10 mm Weight: 3.40 grams Ring 2 Size: 6 Shank Maximum Width: 10.30 mm Weight: 8.45 gram
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Sri Lankan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

CLASSIC Modernist Necklace In 18Kt Gold With 32.76 Ctw Aquamarine Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
America with classic patterns in solid white gold of 18 karats with high polished finish. The pendant
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Vintage 1970s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Cultured Pearl and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive vintage French 0.52 carat diamond and cultured pearl, 18 karat
Category

Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Petite Heart Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
total weight of .08 Ct. Ring Size: 6 3/4 (can be sized) Metal Type: 18 KT White Gold (stamped and/or
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14K Victorian Era Signature Evil Eye Ring with Diamonds Sapphires
Located in Venice, CA
sapphires, and the entire piece has .5 sapphire carat weight. The ring measures 7 3/4 and weighs 13.2 grams
Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

0.68 Carat Opal 1.75 Carat Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Five Stone Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive antique 0.68 carat opal and 1.75 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow
Category

20th Century Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Augis More Than Yesterday Diamond Blue Spinel 18K Gold Love Medal Pendant
By A. Augis
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold and lab created blue spinel love charm pendant with a rebus
Category

Vintage 1950s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Etruscan Pink Sapphire Turquoise 18K Gold Antique Station Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
With figure eight safety Stations tested as 18 karat gold Circa: 1860s Stations Measure: 3/4 x 1 1/4
Category

Antique 1860s Etruscan Revival Choker Necklaces

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Boucheron Victorian Diamond Enamel Silver 18K Yellow Gold Antique Cross Pendant
By Boucheron
Located in Philadelphia, PA
tests at 18 karat gold and sterling silver Attributed to the work of Charles Riffault for Boucheron
Category

Antique 1870s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver, En...

Boucheron 1970 s Diamond Onyx 18K Gold Vintage Beaded Tassel Sautoir Necklace
By Boucheron
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Length: 26 inches Drop Length: 3 1/2 inches Total Weight: 63.4 grams Stock Number: We-14131
Category

Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Diamond White Gold Ring
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
) Metal Weight: 7.46 Grams Ring Size: 6 3/4 (can be sized)
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown More Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1960s 1.17 Carat Diamond and White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 1960s 1.17 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold bow shaped cocktail ring
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold

Ladies Antique Art Deco 18k White Gold Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Necklace
Located in Houston, TX
. Bar Set in 18 Karat White Gold with: Three (3) synthetic, square cushion-shaped, cabochon cut
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamonds Rose Gold Ring Handcrafted in Italy by Botta Gioielli
By Botta gioielli
Located in Milano, IT
18 karat rose gold ring with baguette cut diamonds. Diamonds carat is 0.45. US finger size: 5 3/4
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

1930s Antique 1.52 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Twist Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A stunning, fine and impressive 1.52 carat diamond and 18 karat white gold twist ring; part of our
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Tiffany Co. 2000s Diamond White Gold Dragonfly Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. Stamped 750 for 18 karat gold. Fully signed for Tiffany & Co.. Circa: 2000's. Ring size: 5 3/4 and sizable
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

TRUDEL By Kurt Aepli Geometric Ring 18Kt Gold With 3.52 Ctw In Emerald Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
18 karats with high polished finish. Embellished with a well matched pair of natural white colorless
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

1960 s Diamond and Gold Bombe Ring
Located in Austin, TX
. Stamped 18K" for 18 karat gold. Total weight of ring is 18.23 grams. Ring size 5 3/4.
Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

1960
s Diamond and Gold Bombe Ring
1960
s Diamond and Gold Bombe Ring
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GIA Certified 14 Stones Fancy Coloured Diamonds and Diamonds Bracelet
Located in New York, US
- Platinum and 18 karat yellow and rose gold - Total weight 17.35 grams - Length 6¾ inches - Accompanied by
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2010s American Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Platinum

CARTIER Paris Magnificent Cufflinks In Solid 18Kt Gold Burmese Rubies Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
sugarloaf cabochons cuts (4 x 4 x 3 mm) of natural intense vivid red Burmese rubies, with a combined weight
Category

1990s French Modernist Cufflinks

Materials

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

Vintage Diamond Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet, 1980s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Elegant and wearable bracelet. Made of 18 karat (tested) yellow gold and set with round brilliant
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Vintage 1980s Unknown Bangles

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s French Gold Necklace with Radiant Motif
Located in Poitiers, FR
can easily be shortened. Length: 53 cm, width of widest links: 3 cm Total weight: 68.1 grams
Category

Vintage 1960s French Retro Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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18 Karat 3 Grams Weight For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact 18 karat 3 grams weight you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 19 vintage editions and 21 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a 18 karat 3 grams weight from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A 18 karat 3 grams weight from Michael Engelhardt — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A 18 karat 3 grams weight can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 27 Diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and baguette cut alternatives. Finding a 18 karat 3 grams weight for sale for women should be easy, but there are 4 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a 18 Karat 3 Grams Weight?

Prices for a 18 karat 3 grams weight can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $649 and can go as high as $68,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $5,900.

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.