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Art Nouveau 18 Karat Gold Pan Mythological Greek God Head Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
and horns Tested as 18 karat gold Circa: 1905 Pan head: 1/2 x 1/2 inch Total length: 2 3/8 inches
Category

Early 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi-Strand Brushed 18 Karat Yellow Gold Square Omega Link Bracelet
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
condition and has been professionally cleaned and polished. Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bracelet Weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier High Jewelry Collection Diamond Ring in 18 Karat White Gold
By Cartier
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Cartier High Jewelry Collection Diamond Band in 18 Karat White Gold. This beautiful and intricate
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Aquamarine and Diamond Cuff Bracelet
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
preference, please contact us. Front Width: 27.0 mm Weight: 60.20 grams of 18 Karat Yellow Gold Inner
Category

2010s Greek Byzantine Bangles

Materials

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

Vintage Style White Diamond White Gold 18 Karat Cocktail Necklace
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Necklace Weight 30,52 gram Diamond 498-Round 57-4,08-3/4A With a heritage of
Category

2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Pendant with Black Rhodium
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
in our workshop in Athens Greece. Front Width: 15.00 mm Back Width: 15.00 mm Weight: 3.30 grams
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

12.50 Carat Sapphire 1.00 Carat Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet Style: Bangle Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstone 1: 1 Carat
Category

20th Century Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Two Tone Granulated Bracelet
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer Bangle Bracelet is handmade in 18 Karat Yellow Gold and all custom-made. This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Bangles

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Aquamarine and Diamond Solitaire Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
Designer S.Georgios is handmade in 18 Karat White gold and features a solitaire cushion cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

Georgios Collections Yellow Gold 18 Karat Diamond and Ruby Byzantine Bracelet
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer Bangle Bracelet Hand Made in 18 Karat Yellow Gold all custom-made. This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Bangles

Materials

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

Fashion Fine Jewelry Topaz White Diamond White 18 Karat Gold Earrings
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 18K Earrings (Matching Necklace Available) Weight 8.42 gram Diamond 4-Round 57-0,04-3/5A
Category

2010s Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold

2.5 Carat Blue Sapphire and Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat White Gold Estate
Located in New York, NY
of Oval blue Sapphire. This is an estate piece 3 Round Brilliant cut diamond. 18 Karat White
Category

Early 2000s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Round Opal and Diamond Cocktail Ring 18 Karat White Gold, Estate
Located in New York, NY
3 ct 18 Karat White Gold Weight: 12 gram Ring Size 6
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold

Vintage Cartier Amber Cabochon Collar Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
thick Weight: 111.5 grams Total Carat Weight: 18.50 cts Stone Shape: Amber Cabochon Size: 19 MM x 25
Category

Vintage 1970s French Choker Necklaces

Materials

Amber, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Pearl Rose Cut Diamond Silver 18 Karat Gold Kitten Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
are faceted ruby accents Tested as silver and 18 karat gold Circa: 1860 Kitten measures: 3/8 x 3/4
Category

Antique 1860s Victorian Brooches

Materials

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

Carrera y Carrera 1990 s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Elephant Cuff Bracelet
By Carrera
Located in Philadelphia, PA
open terminals Stamped for 18 karat gold Numbered with maker's mark for Carrera y Carrera Circa: 1990s
Category

1990s Modern Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Bracelet Two Tone Reversible
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer Bangle Bracelet Hand Made in 18 Karat Yellow Gold all custom-made. This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Bangles

Materials

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

Ukrainian Blue Topaz Yellow Sapphire 18 Karat Gold Designer Diamond Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
. Ring 18 K Yellow Gold (Matching Earrings Available) Weight 8,82 grams Size 17,5 Diamond 2-Round 57-0,1
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Tanzanite Solitaire Ring with Diamonds
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer ring is White Gold 18 Karat and all hand made. This gorgeous solitaire ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fancy Hexagonal Link 69 IN Long Antique Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
spring clasp closure Tested with partial stamps for 18 karat gold Circa: 1870s Width at Widest: 3/16 inch
Category

Antique 1870s Victorian Rope Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.00 Carat Round Brilliant G VS Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Butterfly Earrings
Located in New York, NY
: Butterfly Metal: 18 Karat Yellow Gold Gemstone 1: 3 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 156 Color: G Clarity: VS
Category

20th Century Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1960 s Jade Diamond 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Star Ear-Clip Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
gold With partial maker's mark Circa: 1960s Measures: 1 3/16 x 1 3/16 inches Total Weight: 20.2 grams
Category

Vintage 1960s Drop Earrings

Materials

Brown Diamond, Jade, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Painted Reverse Carved Crystal 18 Karat Gold French Bulldog Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
with a dark grey fur-coat, chestnut brown eyes, and tiny teeth peeking out Stamped 18 for 18 karat
Category

Antique 1860s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Ruby Sapphire Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Gold Parthenon Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
and tested as platinum Circa: 1930s Measures: 5/8 x 3/4 inch - including bale Total weight: 1.3 grams
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Victorian Diamond Moonstone 18 Karat Gold Antique Greek God Dionysus Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Tested as 14 karat gold Circa: 1900 Head measures: 9 3/8 x 9/16 inch Total length: 3 inches Total weight
Category

Antique Early 1900s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Garnet Fancy Quartz Yellow Gold 18 Karat Statement Dangle Earrings
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
/1A Garnet 4-Round-1,6 2/3A Quartz 2-Round-5,8 2/2A Quartz 4--5,1 3/1A Weight 9,24 gram With a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern More Earrings

Materials

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

Royal Blue Sapphire White Diamond White Gold 18 Karat Dangle Earrings
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 18K Earrings (Matching Necklace Available) Weight 9.9 gram Diamond 22-Round 57-0,92-3/7A
Category

2010s Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Tanzanite Solitaire and Diamond Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S. Georgios designer Ring in White Gold 18 Karat all hand made featuring an Oval cut natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Three Diamond Thin Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer thin band ring is 18 Karat yellow gold and microscopically decorated with hand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yello...

Fine Jewellery Rock Crystal Diamond Yellow Gold 18 Karat Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Yellow Gold 18K Ring (Matching Earrings Available) Weight 9.13 gram Size 17 Diamond 17-Round 57
Category

2010s Fashion Rings

Materials

18k Gold

4.22 Carat Rose Cut Diamond 0.50 Carat Sapphire 18 Karat Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in New York, NY
3: 0.5 Carat Saph Number of Stones: 18 Dimension: 18 inch Weight: 9.3 Grams Condition: Vintage And
Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Emerald Ruby Sapphire Dome Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
Greece. Length: 30,00 mm Weight: 8,30 grams Size 6 3/4 (can be custom-sized, please contact us) For a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Dome Rings

Materials

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

Alfieri St. John 2000 s Enamel Diamond 18 Karat Gold Flying Geese Pendant
By St. John
Located in Philadelphia, PA
. John Circa: 2000s Measures: 1 3/8 x 1 inches - including bale Total Weight: 9.2 grams Stock Number: We
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bird Antique Fob Pendant Set
Located in Philadelphia, PA
measures: 1/2 x 1 3/8 inches Watch key fob measures: 1/2 x 1 1/2 inches Total weight: 7.2 grams Stock
Category

Antique 1840s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Hermès Paris 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage 1960 s Horse Animal Ring
By Hermès
Located in Philadelphia, PA
18 karat gold Fully signed for Hermès Paris With maker's mark Circa: 1960s Ring size: 5 3/4 and not
Category

Vintage 1960s Engagement Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Charles Krypell Diamond Blue Sapphire Triple Heart Necklace in 18 Karat Gold
By Charles Krypell
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
. Crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, it features a striking trio of interlocking heart pendants, each
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Three Stone Pendant Necklace
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
This S.Georgios necklace is 18 Karat yellow gold and microscopically decorated with hand-made bead
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Van Cleef Arpels 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Coup De Vent Chantilly Necklace
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Philadelphia, PA
VVS-VS clarity With French hallmarks for 18 karat gold and platinum Numbered and fully signed for Van
Category

Vintage 1950s Link Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Tiffany Co. 2000 s 0.50 Diamond 18 Karat White Gold X Link Bracelet
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
concealed clasp with hinged bar safety Stamped for 18 karat gold With maker's mark for Tiffany Co
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

"Little Cookie" Pinky Ring w/ 0.80 Carat Pavé Diamonds in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
thick. MARKS: Signed by Eytan and stamped "18K" for 18 karat gold. SIZING: Eytan pictured this ring
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

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

French Victorian Egyptian Revival Diamond Agate 18 Karat Gold Scarab Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
karat gold With maker's mark Circa: 1880's Measures: 1/4 x 1/4 inch Total length: 3 1/4 inches
Category

Antique 1880s French Victorian Brooches

Materials

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

2.50 Carat Round Diamond 1.90 Carat Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold Pin Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Title: 2.50 Carat Round Brilliant F VS Diamond 1.90 Carat Round Brilliant Ruby 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marco Bicego Multi-Gem 18 Karat Yellow Gold Paradise Multi-Strand Bracelet
By Marco Bicego
Located in Philadelphia, PA
circumference with 3 inch diameter Total weight: 16.2 grams Stock Number: We-14182
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings Diamond Pearl 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Vintage Lariat Necklace
By Angela Cummings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
trefoil Stamped for 18 karat gold Fully signed for Angela Cummings for Assael Circa: 2013 Trefoil Terminal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

1970s Italian 18 Karat Gold Lapis Lazuli, Persian Turquoise Diamond Ring
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
. These gemstones are mounted on an intricately designed 18 karat solid yellow gold setting, both
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat White Gold Diamond Rhodium Geometric Band Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
. Size: 6 3/4( can be custom made to fit any size) Front width: 10.00 mm Weight: 17.10 grams For a full
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Band Rings

Materials

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

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold and Rhodium Solitaire Blue Diamond Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer offers this outstanding ring handmade from solid 18 Karat White Gold and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rhodium, White Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Black Rhodium Ruby Ring
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
mm Width: approximately 13 mm Band Width: 2.5 mm Weight: 8 grams Size: 7 3/4 (can be custom-made to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Byzantine Solitaire Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium

1980 s Diamond Enamel 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Vintage Parrot Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
gold Circa: 1980s Measures: 1 1/2 x 3 inches Total Weight: 27.0 grams Stock Number: We-14568
Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Brooches

Materials

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

SeidenGang 1.00 CTW Diamond 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Vintage Clover Bracelet
By SeidenGang
Located in Philadelphia, PA
safety Stamped for 18 karat gold Circa: 20th century Width at Widest: 3/8 inch Bracelet Size: 7 inch
Category

1990s Link Bracelets

Materials

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

Carrera y Carrera Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Adam Eve Pendant Necklace
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Completed by lobster clasp closure with logo tag and adjustable chain Stamped for 18 karat gold Inscribed
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Late Art Deco 18 Karat Yellow Gold Hinged Geometric Link Vintage Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
French hallmarks for 18 karat gold Circa: 1935 Width at Widest: 7/8 inch Bracelet Size: 5 3/4 inch
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire 78 Natural Diamond Halo Earrings 18 Karat White Gold Gem Quality
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat White Gold. The six fine blue natural sapphires are absolutely stunning oval faceted gems
Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

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

Fashion Blue Sapphire White Diamond White Gold 18 Karat Dangle Necklace
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 18K Necklace (Matching Earring Available) Weight 13.28 gram Size 48 cm Diamond 32-Round
Category

2010s Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Art Deco 18 Karat White Gold Orange Blossom Vintage Stacking Band Ring
By Orange Blossom
Located in Philadelphia, PA
surround Stamped 18k for 18 karat gold Circa: 1930's Ring size: 7 3/4 and not sizable Measures north to
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Dankner 1980 s 1.50 CTW Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Fanning Earrings
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Measures: 1 3/8 x 5/8 inches Total Weight: 21.1 grams Stock Number: We-15367
Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hermès Paris 18 Karat Yellow Gold Curb Link Vintage French Stirrup Cufflinks
By Hermès
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Hermès Paris Circa: 1970s With French assay marks for 18 karat gold Measures: 3/4 x 11/16 inch Total
Category

Vintage 1970s Cufflinks

Materials

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.