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Lydia Courteille Diamond Garnet Rhodium 18k Gold Snake Bangle
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
well as snake gold and diamond rings and bracelets by Borgioni and a ruby double finger ring by LYDIA
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Egyptian Revival Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Gold

Diamond, Citrine, Blue Topaz Necklace and Ring Set in 18 Karat Yellow Gold 54Gm
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Necklace and Ring set in 18 Karat yellow gold Necklace has a V shape Mother of pearl
Category

2010s Choker Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Wendy Brandes Designer 4-Piece "Queen of Scots" Snake Jewelry Collection
By Wendy Brandes
Located in New York, NY
points of rubies. Handmade in New York City. One-of-a-kind. Ring Specs: 18K yellow gold totaling 30.98
Category

2010s American Contemporary Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Victorian Holbeinesque Gem Set Enamel Gold Pendant Locket Necklace
Located in Miami, FL
, crafted in solid 18K yellow gold. It weighs approx. 65.5 grams and measures 16.5" long. The bejeweled
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian 1837 Mughal Tutti Frutti Brooch In 17Kt Gold With Carved Gemstones
Located in Miami, FL
in enameled gold and are augmented with precious gemstones and pearls. Such head jewelry was made of
Category

Antique 1820s British Early Victorian Brooches

Materials

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

GEORGIAN 1820 Antique Convertible Dangle Drops Earrings 18Kt Gold Moonstones
Located in Miami, FL
carefully crafted with dotted and scrolls elements made up in solid rich yellow gold of 18 karats with
Category

Antique 1820s English George IV Dangle Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Georgian 1820 Antique Convertible Brooch 18kt Gold 5.54 Ctw in Diamonds Emerald
Located in Miami, FL
23 mm (1.61 x 1.69 x 0.91 Inches). Hallmarks: No marks, electronically tested for 18 karats gold
Category

Antique 1820s English George IV Brooches

Materials

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

Georgian 1810 Antique Convertible Brooch 18Kt Gold 6.48 Ctw in Emeralds Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
carefully crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats and accented with application of black enamel
Category

Antique 1810s English Brooches

Materials

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

Antique Ruby and Pearl Navette Ring, 18k Yellow Gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
A pretty antique, Victorian era Ruby and seed pearl navette ring in 18kt yellow gold. Three
Category

Antique 19th Century British Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pearl, Ruby and Diamond Ring
By Alberto
Located in GREAT NECK, NY
Material: 18k Yellow Gold Pearl Details: 2 Cultured Pearls Mounting Details: 2 Marquise Shaped
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

18k Yellow Gold Ruby and Pearl Statement Ring Size 7.5 with Appraisal
Located in Eagan, MN
grams. It is in fabulous pre-owned condition. It is stamped "18K". It has an 8.8 mm cultured pearl
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Luxle South Sea Pearl, Ruby and Diamond Engagement Ring in 18k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
play of light. Crafted in 18k white gold, the setting ensures the pearls' magnificence takes center
Category

2010s Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rhodium, White Gold

Pearl, Emerald, Ruby and Diamond Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Gorgeous ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold showcasing 2 freshwater pearls measuring 8mm in
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Emerald and Ruby Flower Ring
Located in New York, NY
Very old ring , vintage Has a center pearl and three tiny cabochon of ruby and three tiny
Category

Early 2000s Bridal Rings

Materials

Pearl, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Black South Sea Pearl Ruby Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Bold 18k Estate 1970s Black Pearl Ruby Diamond Ring Fabulous 18k Rose gold 1970s Handmade Black
Category

Vintage 1970s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

Bochic “Orient” Ruby Tsavorite Fish Ring Set In 18 K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Ruby & Tsavorite Fish Ring Set In 18 K Gold & Silver Natural Round Brilliant Red
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Tsavorite, Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Vintage Tiffany Co. Red Round Ruby Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Eternity Band Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Tiffany & Co. Ruby & Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Eternity Ring. A beautifully made yellow gold eternity
Category

20th Century Band Rings

Materials

Ruby, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Orient” Tahiti Pearl, Emerald Ruby Cocktail Ring Set 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Tahiti Pearl, Emerald & Ruby Cocktail Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Cabochon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Anglo-Indian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Pearl, Ruby, and Diamond Floral Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
of round rubies heat, 0.80ct of round brilliant diamonds. 3.80ct total et in 18-karat white gold with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Bochic “Capri” Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire Emerald Ring Set In 18K Gold Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire & Emerald Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Carved Natural Red
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Exquisite 18karat Yellow Gold Mikimoto Pearl Ruby Ring
By Mikimoto
Located in New York, NY
Immerse yourself in the allure of our 18k yellow gold Mikimoto pearl and ruby ring. The centerpiece
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Era Mourning Serpent Gold Ring Featuring Ruby and Seed Pearls
Located in Hicksville, NY
. Fits ring size 5, and cannot be sized. The pearls have a few areas where some are missing but mostly
Category

Antique 1880s Victorian More Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, 9k Gold

Bochic “Orient” Red Ruby, Green Emerlad Pearl Ring Set 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Red Ruby, Green Emerlad & Pearl Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Rubies - 1.50
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Orient” Red Ruby, Green Emerlad Pearl Ring Set 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Red Ruby, Green Emerlad & Pearl Ring Set 18K Gold & Silver Natural Rubies - 1.50
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby Multi Sapphire Pearl Ring Set 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Multi Color Fancy Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Category

20th Century Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, Pearl, Si...

Pearl, Diamond, and Ruby Floral Ring 18 Karat White Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Exquisite and unique multi gemstone floral ring. Center Tahitian pearl surrounded by 6.60ct of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Georgian Diamond, Pearl and Ruby Ring, circa 1801
Located in London, GB
metal is all 18 carat yellow gold. Gemstone: Pearl Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold Age: 1800s Size: L / 6
Category

Antique Early 1800s British Georgian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Natural Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

Bochic “Orient” Natural Red Oval Shape Ruby Ring Set In 18 K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Natural Red Ruby Ring Set In 18 K Gold & Silver Natural Red Ruby, Oval Shape - 14
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Pearl Multi Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Heart Shape Ruby & Multi Color Fancy Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18...

Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Pearl Multi Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Heart Shape Ruby & Multi Color Fancy Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18...

Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Pearl Multi Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Heart Shape Ruby & Multi Color Fancy Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18...

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Pearl Multi Sapphire Ring Set 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Multi Color Fancy Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver
Category

20th Century Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, Pearl, Si...

Bochic “Orient” Black Pearl Ruby Ring Set In 18K Yellow Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Ruby & Black Pearl Ring Set In 18K Yellow Gold & Silver Natural Cabochon Ruby
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Black Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green ...

Victorian Natural Pearl, Diamond and Ruby Ring in 18 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
Beautiful pearl, ruby and diamond ring, created with passion to be cherished with love. It is based
Category

Antique 1860s British Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

Retro Ruby Diamond Pearl 18 Karat Rose Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
rose gold this ring features 4 well matched pearls measuring approximately 4.5 mm each centrally set in
Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Mikimoto Akoya Pearl and Ruby Ring in 18 Karat
By Mikimoto
Located in Honolulu, HI
Vintage Mikimoto flower Ring in 18K yellow gold with 6 Akoya White Pearls and Ruby center. This
Category

Mid-20th Century Japanese Cluster Rings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

Vintage 1980s Mauboussin South Sea Pearl and Diamond Ring with Rubies
By Mauboussin
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with a GIA certified Oval South Sea Pearl measuring 18.50 x
Category

Vintage 1980s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

Bochic “Orient” Ruby South Sea Pearl 2 Gem Ring Set 18K Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Ruby & South Sea Pearl 2 Gem Ring Set 18K & Silver Natural Ruby - 13 Carat South
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Carrera y Carrera 18 Karat Yellow Gold Eagle Head Ring with Pearl and Ruby
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New York, NY
finishes, and a compelling way of seeing beauty in art and nature. This 18 karat yellow gold ring is a
Category

Vintage 1980s Spanish Artisan Fashion Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

South-Sea Pearl, Rubies, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Cluster Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
covered by the seller (customs duties included). Amazing cluster ring in 18 karat white gold structure
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Victorian 18ct Split Pearl Ruby Cross Ring
Located in London, GB
Our unique early Victorian ring features a ruby cross alongside natural split pearls, all set in an
Category

Antique 19th Century English Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

Bochic “Orient” Tahiti Pearl Multi gem Ring Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Tahiti Pearl & Multi gem Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Brilliant Cut Natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Ruby, Pearl, Emerald, Silver, Gold Plate, 18k Gold

1941 Nordic Ring 0.2ct Ruby solid 18K Gold Ø US6.25 / 1gr
Located in SE
Swedish ring with band in solid 18K Orange toned Yellow Gold decorated with old European cut
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

1942 Ring Ruby solid 18K Gold Ø US 7 / 2 gr
Located in SE
Ruby oval cut 11 mm x 7 mm x 4.6 mm deep / ca. 3ct. Swedish hallmarks, 18K , date code Q8 / hand
Category

Vintage 1940s Swedish Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Emerald, Ruby Diamond Ring Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Retro Emerald, Ruby & Diamond Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red
Category

Late 20th Century Thai Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, Silver, 18k Gold

Bochic “Orient” Pink/Purple Amethyst South Sea Pearl Ring In 18K Gold&Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Pink/Purple Amethyst & South Sea Pearl Ring In 18K Gold&Silver Natural Amethyst
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Amethyst, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Unisex Men Ring natural 1ct Ruby solid 18K Gold ØUS 8.5 / 8gr.
Located in SE
A Ring in solid Yellow 18K Yellow Gold with oval cut natural Ruby stone, Red with tint of Pink
Category

20th Century European Retro Solitaire Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold Snake Ring with Sapphires and Ruby Third Eye
Located in Nantucket, MA
18K gold coiled snake ring with hand-tooling and granulation work with faceted blue sapphires all
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Emerald, Ruby Diamond Ring Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Retro Emerald, Ruby & Diamond Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Emerald, Ruby Diamond Ring Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Retro Emerald, Ruby & Diamond Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Emerald, Ruby Diamond Ring Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Retro Emerald, Ruby & Diamond Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Emerald, Ruby Diamond Ring Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Retro Emerald, Ruby & Diamond Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Antique Halo Ring natural 0.5ct Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø8.75US/2.5gr
Located in SE
Gold on solid 18K Yellow Gold 10 mm x 8 mm x 4 mm deep. Ruby's is an old oval diamond cut, inclusions
Category

Vintage 1910s German Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

1960 Ring Ruby Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø 7 US / 2.6 gr
Located in SE
Vintage Ring with princess cut Ruby 4 mm x 4 mm x 2 mm deep / ca. 0.5 ct accented with four 4
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Bochic “Orient” Emerald Cut Ruby White Topaz Ring Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Emerald Cut Ruby & White Topaz Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red Ruby
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Capri” Art Deco Ruby Cocktail Ring, Enamel Set in 18k Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Cocktail Ring Enamel, Ruby Natural Beautiful Ruby Cabochon - 9 carats Natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel

Bochic “Orient” Sapphire, Opal Ruby Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Sapphire, Opal & Ruby Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Blue Opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

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18k Gold Pearl And Ruby Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 18k gold pearl and ruby ring you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 29 vintage editions and 26 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a 18k gold pearl and ruby ring from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A 18k gold pearl and ruby ring from Alexander of Beverly Hills, Studio Rêves and Wendy Brandes — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also mixed cut cut and cabochon cut versions available here, too. Finding a 18k gold pearl and ruby ring for sale for women should be easy, but there are 13 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a 18k Gold Pearl And Ruby Ring?

Prices for a 18k gold pearl and ruby ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $595 and can go as high as $220,800, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,430.

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.