Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Early 1900s American Edwardian Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
14k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold
15th Century and Earlier Turkish Hellenistic Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
22k Gold
1920s Chinese Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Jade, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s French Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
22k Gold
1880s Unknown Victorian Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 22k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
19th Century Spanish Classical Roman Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
22k Gold
15th Century and Earlier Turkish Byzantine Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Diamond, 22k Gold
1880s British Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Diamond, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
1880s British Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Diamond, 22k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum
18th Century Italian Neoclassical Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
1890s Victorian Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Diamond, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s Greek Greek Revival Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Freshwater Pearl, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
18th Century British Georgian Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Natural Pearl, 22k Gold
Mid-18th Century Spanish Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Emerald, Pearl, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s English Art Deco Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
22k Gold
Early 1700s Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Yellow Gold
Mid-19th Century British Georgian Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Emerald, Pearl, 22k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s English Art Deco Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
22k Gold
17th Century English Renaissance Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Crystal, Rock Crystal, 22k Gold
15th Century and Earlier European Classical Roman Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
22k Gold, Silver
Late 17th Century British Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
22k Gold
Early 20th Century British George V Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
22k Gold
17th Century British Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
22k Gold
1890s Unknown Victorian Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Yellow Gold
1890s Unknown Victorian Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Yellow Gold
1920s British Art Deco Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Yellow Gold
1890s Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Diamond, Yellow Gold
1890s Unknown Victorian Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Mid-18th Century Unknown Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Jade
1880s Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Turquoise, Yellow Gold
1610s Unknown Edwardian Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 18th Century Unknown Victorian Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Early 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Agate, 22k Gold
Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Gold, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold
16th Century Italian Renaissance Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Yellow Gold
1910s Unknown Art Deco Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Yellow Gold
15th Century and Earlier Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
18k Gold
18th Century Unknown Victorian Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold
17th Century Unknown Classical Roman Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Agate, Carnelian, 22k Gold
1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Yellow Gold
1910s Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
18k Gold, 22k Gold
1890s French Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Indian Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
22k Gold
1890s Unknown Victorian Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Citrine, 14k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 1900s English Victorian Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
22k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s Unknown Art Deco Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
22k Gold
Late 19th Century Unknown Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
22k Gold
19th Century Victorian Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
15k Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold
19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Pearl, 22k Gold
Early 1800s Victorian Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Diamond, 14k Gold, 22k Gold
Early 20th Century Indian Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
22k Gold
1880s British Victorian Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Gold, 22k Gold
19th Century Unknown Etruscan Revival Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Pearl, 22k Gold
18th Century Spanish Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Gold, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 19th Century Indonesian Victorian Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
22k Gold
1650s Renaissance Antique 22K Gold Jewelry
Pearl, 22k 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 there 22K gold jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, 22k gold does exist and it even exists in jewelry, but it’s not very common. 24k is pure gold and it’s simply too soft for jewelry and practical use, 18k is a very popular version of gold for jewelry, but it is possible to find 22k gold jewelry. Find an assortment of gold jewelry from the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022No, 22k gold is not too soft for jewelry, but it’s considered too soft for everyday wear. You may find some special pieces that are made of 22k gold or that have 22k gold in them, especially antique jewelry, but regular wear will quickly cause 22k gold to become misshapen and scratched. Shop a collection of 22k gold jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- Is 24K gold good for jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not 24 karat gold is suitable for jewelry making will depend on your lifestyle and jewelry needs. Because 24 karat gold is pure gold, it is not often used for jewelry because it’s softer and less durable than mixed metal gold. However, it’s highly favored for home decor accents due to its bright yellow hue. Shop a collection of 24 karat gold pieces on 1stDibs.
- Can you buy 24k gold jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024Yes, you can buy 24k gold jewelry. However, 24-karat gold is a much less commonly used material than 14-karat and 18-karat gold. As 100% pure gold, 24-karat gold tends to be softer and more susceptible to scratching and breakage, making alloys a more popular pick for jewelry makers to use when crafting pieces. Find a large collection of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if jewelry is antique gold, take it to a licensed appraiser experienced in evaluating jewelry. It is difficult to identify jewelry materials using only the naked eye and online resources. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024Yes, 24K gold jewelry may be worth something. Because 24-karat gold is the purest gold, pieces crafted out of it can often be sold for scrap. How much you can expect to receive for items depends on their weight. In some cases, 24-karat gold jewelry may be worth even more due to its age, maker, style, type and other factors. Consider having a certified appraiser or experienced jeweler evaluate your jewelry before selling it. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of 24K gold jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell if antique jewelry is real gold, you can first perform a simple home test. Position a magnet near the jewelry. Since gold isn't naturally magnetic, the attraction between the magnet and your piece usually indicates that your jewelry is, at most, gold-plated or crafted out of an entirely different metal. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can also help you determine what your antique jewelry is made of. Shop a diverse assortment of antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.