1920s Rose Gold
Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Silver
2010s British Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s British Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century Drop Earrings
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Silver
Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Brooches
Gold Plate
Vintage 1920s Ukrainian Art Deco Solitaire Rings
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
1920s Evening Dresses
20th Century Modern Brooches
Pearl, Black Opal, Gold, 15k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century British Modern Brooches
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Fashion Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Chain Necklaces
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Engagement Rings
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century English Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century English Fashion Rings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century English Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Opal, 15k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1920s Swiss Wrist Watches
Rose Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Drop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1920s Link Bracelets
Rose Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1920s French Belle Époque Solitaire Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Fashion Rings
Opal, Rose Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Wrist Watches
Rose Gold
Early 20th Century English Link Bracelets
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1920s Fashion Rings
Opal, Rose Gold
Vintage 1920s Fashion Rings
Opal, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century English Engagement Rings
Pearl, Peridot, Ruby, 15k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century English Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century European Cocktail Rings
Aquamarine, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Cluster Rings
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century English Pendant Necklaces
Aquamarine, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century English Link Bracelets
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wall Mirrors
Mirror
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wall Mirrors
Mirror
Vintage 1920s Swiss Art Deco Wrist Watches
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Wall Mirrors
Mirror
Vintage 1920s Asian Sarouk Farahan Persian Rugs
Wool
Mid-20th Century European Retro Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s French Belle Époque Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Retro Band Rings
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Band Rings
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1920s French Belle Époque Engagement Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Egyptian Revival Charm Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s French Belle Époque Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Drop Earrings
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
1920s Car Coats
Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century French Scarves
Vintage 1920s French Belle Époque Engagement Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Drop Earrings
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1920s French Wrist Watches
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1920s Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 10k Gold, Rose Gold
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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.
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- Is Rose gold real gold?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, rose gold contains real gold. Rose gold is a material composed of gold mixed with copper and silver alloys. A common rose gold annoy is 75% gold and 25% copper, or 18k gold. Since it is an alloy, pure rose gold is non-existent.
- Can men wear rose gold?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Yes, men can wear rose gold. The choice to wear rose gold is really a matter of preference. Since rose gold is more durable than white or yellow gold, it is perfect for everyday wear.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023Yes, engagement rings can be rose gold. In fact, many people love the warm pinkish glow of the precious metal and choose it for their engagement rings. In addition, rose gold doesn't tarnish and is highly resistant to scratches. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of rose gold engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Tiffany Co. features a rose gold called Rubedo, which is reported to be made of small parts of silver and zinc, 55% copper and only 31% gold; however, this information is not verified by Tiffany. It should be noted that most rose gold is gold mixed with copper and thats where the rosy hue comes from. Shop a collection of properly vetted vintage and new Tiffany jewelry from some of the worlds top boutiques on 1stDibs.
- Does Cartier rose gold fade?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Cartier rose gold doesn't tarnish but over many years of wearing, rose gold generally is said to become darker. Rose gold allegedly becomes slightly yellower in tone, toward a traditional gold.
- What is 9ct rose gold?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021Because its only 37% pure rose gold, 9-ct rose gold is a less pure form of the material. The other 63% is composed of other metals such as copper or silver.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023No, rose gold engagement rings don't tarnish the way that sterling silver ones do. However, rose gold may take on a richer, darker color over time. This aged appearance is known as a patina, and many wearers find it to be a significant part of the appeal of the metal. On 1stDibs, find a collection of rose gold engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertJanuary 23, 2024Whether rose gold is popular for engagement rings can vary based on trends. Many people do select the precious metal for their engagement jewelry. The pinkish glow of rose gold is visually appealing. Plus, the metal resists scratches and damage due to its strength. Shop a collection of rose gold engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023Whether or not a rose gold engagement ring is timeless is a matter of personal opinion. Although rose gold hasn't been used as a material for bridal jewelry for as long as other materials like yellow gold, the precious metal's warm glow and rosy tones have made it popular. The shape of an engagement ring can also contribute to a piece that will stand the test of time. Choosing a traditional shape like the round brilliant cut can enhance the timeless appeal of an engagement ring. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of rose gold engagement rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Yes, Van Cleef and Arpels has rose gold pieces. Some of the luxury jewelry maker's designs in 18-karat rose gold include the Alhambra necklace, the Félicité wedding band and the Perlée Signature bangle bracelet. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Marc Jacobs website recommends cleaning their watches with a soft cloth and water only. It doesn’t matter what type of metal the watch is, the instructions are the same. Unless you have a water-rated watch, it’s not advisable to submerse the watch in water for any reason. The bracelet part of the watch can be cleaned gently with a soft brush and soapy water, if necessary. Shop a collection of Marc Jacobs watches from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2023Yes, you can wear a rose gold wedding band with a white gold engagement ring if you wish. Your bridal jewelry should represent your sense of style, so you're free to mix and match pieces however you see fit. If you want to create a cohesive look, choose a wedding band and an engagement ring with similar elements, such as matching gemstones or decorative embellishments. Find a large selection of wedding bands and engagement rings on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021The difference between 14k and 18k rose gold metal is that the 14k rose gold is less pure than 18k. 14k rose gold has a deeper pink color because of greater amounts of copper, whereas 18k rose gold has 75% gold and appears yellow. 14k rose gold is increasingly popular due to its brighter pink hue and resistance to scratches. On 1stDibs, shop a range of vintage rose gold jewelry.