Ancient Egyptian Jewelry
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, 22k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Artist Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Artist Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Artist Pendant Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Artist Beaded Necklaces
Carnelian, Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Artist Pendant Necklaces
Lapis Lazuli, 22k Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Artist Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, Jasper, Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier American Artist Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Amethyst, Carnelian, Lapis Lazuli, Quartz, Jasper, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces
14k Gold
Vintage 1920s Czech Egyptian Revival Beaded Necklaces
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1920s Egyptian Cuff Bracelets
20th Century Art Deco Vanity Items
Gold, Gold Plate
Vintage 1920s Unknown Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklaces
Gilt Metal
21st Century and Contemporary Armenian Egyptian Revival Drop Earrings
Spinel, Garnet, Sapphire, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Gol...
Antique 1860s Victorian Brooches
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s British Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s British Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Blue Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Fashion Rings
Rose Gold, Enamel
2010s British Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Black Diamond, Gold
Antique 19th Century French High Victorian Cluster Rings
Agate, Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
2010s British Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Blue Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s American Modern Link Necklaces
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Opal, Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Unknown Loose Gemstones
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century Egyptian Signet Rings
Antique 19th Century Signet Rings
Vintage 1950s American Fashion Rings
Carnelian, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 18th Century British Georgian Fashion Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Diamond, Gold
Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980s British Band Rings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s French Retro Clip-on Earrings
Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Egyptian Revival Dangle Earrings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Egyptian Revival Dangle Earrings
Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Egyptian Revival Pendant Neckl...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Egyptian Revival Signet Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Egyptian Revival Pendant Neckl...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Unknown Egyptian Revival Signet Rings
Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
Vintage 1910s Swedish Egyptian Revival Signet Rings
Stone, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Egyptian Classical Greek Signet Rings
Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown More Jewelry
Yellow Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Signet Rings
Carnelian, 22k Gold
Early 20th Century Cocktail Rings
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15th Century and Earlier Unknown Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold
Vintage 1910s Egyptian Revival Brooches
Enamel
Vintage 1980s Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold
Antique 1870s More Rings
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Unknown Brooches
Amethyst, Chalcedony, Citrine, Crystal, Multi-gemstone, Quartz, Tiger s ...
Antique 1880s American Fashion Rings
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Fashion Rings
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown More Bracelets
Amethyst, Carnelian, Chrysophrase, Onyx, Quartz, Tiger s Eye, 14k Gold
Vintage 1960s Swiss Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Swedish Modern Chain Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow 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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- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023Yes, the ancient Egyptians wore bracelets. People living in ancient Egypt wore a variety of jewelry, including necklaces, neck collars, earrings, rings and pendants. Wealthy Egyptians would opt for pieces made of gemstones and gold, while everyday people sported bracelets and other jewelry fashioned from colored beads. On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of bracelets from some of the world's top dealers.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Comparable to bracelet charms or necklace pendants, ancient Egyptians did indeed wear amulets. The symbolic amulets were said to have been imbued with magical properties. You’ll find a large collection of amulets from many of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Can I wear ancient jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, you can wear ancient jewelry, however it is recommended to set it in modern gold jewelry to prevent damage. If your ancient jewelry contains lead, be sure to wash your skin or clothing thoroughly after wearing it. On 1stDibs, find a collection of properly vetted ancient pieces from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is Egyptian jewelry called?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022While there were many types of Egyptian jewelry, the broad collar necklace was the most prominent design. Broad collar necklaces, or wesekh, were mainly seen on gods and the elite. They can be recognized by their wide shape, adorned with beans and gems and secured at the back with gold clasps or other materials. Shop a collection of Egyptian jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024In ancient Greece, wealthy people were the ones who wore jewelry. Even in ancient times, jewelry was a status symbol, with men and women wearing it to showcase their affluence. Jewelry worn by the ancient Greeks included rings, diadems, armbands, necklaces, earrings, pendants, headbands and brooches. Explore a diverse assortment of jewelry on 1stDibs.