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19th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chiseled Chain Heart-Shaped Padlock Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
alternately chiseled oval links and is retained on the front by a heart-shaped clasp representing a padlock
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold
19th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Chiseled Chain Heart-Shaped Padlock Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
alternately chiseled oval links and is retained on the front by a heart-shaped clasp representing a padlock
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Solid Gold Curb Link Padlock Heart
Key Lock Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: 12K Solid Yellow Gold
Weight: 28.1 Grams
Chain Type: Hand Engraved Curb Link
Chain Length: Will comfortably fit up to a 7 Inch wrist
Clasp: Functional Turn-Lock Key Clasp w...
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1890s Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Edwardian, Night
Day, Curb Bracelet with Heart Padlock
Located in Brighton, GB
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The bracelet is fastened together with a heart padlock clasp, with lovely paisley style engraving
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
9k Gold, Rose Gold
9ct Gold Edwardian 21 Inch Oval Faceted Belcher Chain with Heart Padlock Clasp
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Padlock Belcher Chain
9ct Gold Stamped 375
Hallmarked London
Maker Mark L C
This
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Early 20th Century English Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Fancy Link Chain Bracelet, 9k Yellow Gold, Vintage Tassel Padlock Clasp
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique 9ct gold fancy link chain bracelet.
The bracelet has fancy circular punched links in rich yellow gold and fastens with an elaborate tassel design clasp.
The clas...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
14-Karat Gold Padlock Bracelet, Early 20th Century
Located in Toledo, OH
14-karat gold padlock bracelet, early 20th century. Link style and heart shaped padlock clasp. 7
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Early 20th Century Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Gold
Sterling Silver Trinket/Jewelry Casket, Antique Victorian
By William Moering
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
the details of the original straps and accented with articulated padlocks.
This jewelry box is fitted
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1890s English Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Silver, Sterling Silver
Georgian Pearl Padlock Locket Brooch
Located in Sale, Cheshire
This pretty antique brooch takes the form of a stylised padlock, set with natural pearls and
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Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Gold
Victorian Turquoise Padlock Pendant
Located in New York, NY
A beautifully engraved early Victorian turquoise padlock pendant. The key hole charmingly is
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1850s British Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, 15k Gold
English Victorian Padlock Gold Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Antique Love Padlock Gold Bracelet. Super Romantic!
English Victorian 15KT yellow gold link
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1890s British Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
15k Gold
Antique Victorian Gold Heart Padlock
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A sweet antique heart padlock dating from the turn of the 20th Century. It would likely have been
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19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
9k Gold
Victorian Turquoise Heart Padlock Bracelet
Located in Sale, Cheshire
. Set with three turquoise cabochons, the clasp is shaped like a heart padlock, with a locket
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Antique Early Victorian Garnet Heart Padlock Brooch
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A superb early Victorian heart padlock brooch dating from the 1850s. It's set with a central blood
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Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, 15k Gold
Antique Early Victorian Silver Padlock Pendant
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A cute antique silver padlock dating from the mid 19th Century. Originally intended as a necklace
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Mid-19th Century English Early Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Tiny Georgian Pearl Heart Padlock Charm
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A tiny Georgian heart padlock locket dating from the turn of the (19th) century. It's set with a
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Early 18th Century English Georgian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, 9k Gold
Victorian Necklace with Heart Padlock and Key
Located in New York, NY
C.1870. Endearing Victorian heart padlock necklace. The padlock and the key are attached to a
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1870s American Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
14k Gold
Antique Victorian Rose Gold Heart Padlock Pendant
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A sweet antique heart padlock dating from the late 19th Century. It's modelled in 9 karat rose gold
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate Padlock Bracelet, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This fabulous Victorian Sterling Silver Scottish Agate bracelet is Circa 1860.
Scottish jewellery
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1860s British Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Bracelet Silver Padlock, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
Scottish Agate Silver bracelet is adorned with a beautiful engraved padlock.
A genuine Victorian piece
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1860s British Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate Gold Bracelet with Padlock
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
bracelet is stunning, Circa 1900.
Scottish jewellery was made popular by Queen Victoria as it became a
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Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Gold
Antique Scottish Agate Bracelet Heart Padlock, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
padlock bracelet is Circa 1860.
Scottish jewellery was made popular by Queen Victoria as it became a
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1860s British Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Carnelian, Silver
Antique Victorian Rose Gold Heart Padlock Pendant Necklace
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A classic Victorian heart padlock, modelled in 9k rose gold. The top bar of the padlock opens up
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Victorian Amethyst Pearl Padlock Bracelet, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
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This fabulous 9ct Yellow Gold Padlock bracelet
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Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Anchor Heart Padlock Snake Link Gold Bracelet
Located in Sale, Cheshire
a beautiful heart-padlock clasp, the front of which is adorned with an applied gold anchor. An
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
9k Gold
Antique Gold Bracelet with Padlock Hallmarked, Birmingham, 1901
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
padlock hallmarked 1901 at the Birmingham Assay Office and monogrammed with the letter M. Weight 17.1gms.
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Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Gold
Georgian Pearl Padlock Locket, 12 Karat Gold, circa 1820
Located in Sale, Cheshire
Georgian Conversion, c.1820
This pretty antique locket takes the form of a stylised padlock, set
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1820s British Georgian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Natural Pearl, Gold
Antique Victorian Turquoise Heart Padlock Bracelet Pinchbeck, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This grand antique Pinchbeck padlock bracelet is Victorian, Circa 1900.
The wonderful piece is
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Early 1900s British Late Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Turquoise, Pinchbeck
Antique Victorian Silver Curb Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock
Located in Sale, Cheshire
Sterling Silver and features a heart shaped padlock clasp. Nice chunky links give it a good, substantial
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19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Sterling Silver
Antique Edwardian 15 Karat Gold Puffed Heart Padlock Pendant
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A fine Edwardian puffed heart padlock pendant modelled in 15 karat yellow gold. The top opens for
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
15k Gold
Antique Victorian Scottish Granite Bracelet Heart Padlock Silver, circa 1880
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
which was popular in Scottish jewellery pieces.
The padlock charm is detachable but has been used to
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1880s British Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Silver
Victorian Scottish Silver and Banded Agate Padlock Bracelet, Circa 1870
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
shaped padlock set with a striped moss agate to the front and a small pain of glass to the reverse
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19th Century Scottish Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver
Antique Victorian Rose Gold Curb-Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock
Located in Sale, Cheshire
plain links, held together with a heart padlock clasp. It dates from the late Victorian Era, circa 1900
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Early 1900s English Late Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Gold Albert Bracelet with Heart Shaped Padlock, Birmingham 1908
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
A classic style bracelet fashioned from an antique watch Albert Chain and fitted with a padlock and
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
9k Gold, Gold
Antique Victorian Scottish Silver Bracelet with Padlock Locket, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
locket.
A genuine Victorian piece, Circa 1860.
Scottish jewellery was made popular by Queen Victoria
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1860s British Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver
Antique Victorian 15 Karat Gold Bracelet with Garnet Heart Padlock
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A gorgeous Victorian bracelet with twisted bar links and a garnet-set heart padlock clasp. It's
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Garnet, 15k Gold
1900s Gold Curb Link Bracelet with Padlock and Safety Chain
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
inches. In excellent condition with a padlock in full working order and th added benefit of a trace link
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Early 20th Century Unknown Late Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
9k Gold
Antique Victorian Rose Gold Curb-Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A fine Victorian curb-link bracelet modelled in 9k rose gold. The clasp is a gold heart padlock
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19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Fantastic Georgian Period Rose Gold Diamond Ruby Pearl Padlock Pendant
Located in St Helens, GB
A rare and stunning George III period padlock clasp.
Solid rose gold example with plain curved
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19th Century British George III Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Edwardian 9ct Yellow Gold Curb Link Bracelet and Padlock, circa 1910
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
the 20th century. Each link has been stamped ‘9CT’, also the attached padlock is marked similarly ‘9CT
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 15 Karat Gold Curb Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock
Located in Sale, Cheshire
feel, the bracelet also features a heart padlock clasp. Nice to find one in high karat gold, as they
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Early 1900s English Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
15k Gold
Victorian 9 Carat Rose Gold Chased Curb Bracelet and Padlock Clasp
Located in St Helens, GB
plain and chased finish and padlock clasp with safety chain.
CONDITION ; Good for age. Working clasp
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19th Century British Edwardian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Rose Gold
Antique Victorian Curb Bracelet 9 Carat Gold Heart Padlock, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster , GB
by a fabulous heart Padlock which is hallmarked on the reverse and fitted with a safety chain for
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Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian 15 Karat Gold Curb-Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock
Located in Sale, Cheshire
heart padlock clasp. Rather wonderfully, the clasp features a working lock mechanism inside, and can
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19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
15k Gold
Victorian Tri-Coloured Gold Fancy Link Albertina Bracelet with Heart Padlock
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
with the central boss section decorated in green gold, the end embossed finials and a heart padlock
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1880s English Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
English Edwardian 9 Karat Yellow Gold Curb Bracelet with Padlock, circa 1904
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
dating from 1904. It has an attached padlock with safety chain fastener. It was manufactured in
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Early 1900s British Edwardian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 12 Carat Gold Blue Paste Padlock and Key Earrings, circa 1870
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A super pair of 12ct yellow gold Victorian padlock and key earrings with small blue paste
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1870s English Late Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Pansy REGARD and Fede Ring Circa 1880
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
tokens of loving sentiments. Previously, Georgian acrostic jewellery shaped like padlocks with keys or
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1880s British Georgian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold
Victorian Chased Gold Heart Padlock Pendant
Located in Sale, Cheshire
An adorable antique heart padlock dating from the late Victorian era. The front features exquisite
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Late 19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
9k Gold
Victorian Engraved Link Topaz Gold Heart Padlock Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Victorian engraved link heart padlock bracelet measuring app 8 inches long, padlock heart measures
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Topaz, 9k Gold
15 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Heart Padlock Bracelet
Located in QLD , AU
beautiful 18k yellow gold heart shaped padlock engraved with "May". This is likely to be someone's name or
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Scottish Bracelet Agate Silver Padlock, circa 1840
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
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This stunning antique Victorian Scottish padlock
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1840s British Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate Heart Padlock Pendant, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This delightful antique Scottish heart padlock is from the Victorian era, Circa 1860.
Scottish
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1860s British Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
Late Victorian Turquoise Pearl Bracelet and Padlock, London Hallmark
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Late Victorian
Graduate Curb Links
Turquoise & Pearl Set
Padlock
Hallmarked
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1890s Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Pearl, Turquoise, 9k Gold
Victorian Curb Link Bracelet with Chased Engraving and Padlock
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
. Also fitted with a safety chain.
Details
Late Victorian
Links stamped 9ct
Padlock catch
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1890s British Victorian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
9k Gold
Antique Rose Gold Gate Bracelet with Padlock Hallmarked London 1908
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
by sections of oval gold links in a brick laid style. Measuring 13mm wide and with a padlock in good
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Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
Rose Gold
Edwardian 9ct Yellow Gold Trombone Link Bracelet Heart Padlock Circa 1910
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A very pretty 9ct yellow gold trombone or paper link chain bracelet with a heart padlock dating
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Early 20th Century English Edwardian Antique Padlock Jewelry
Materials
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Antique Padlock Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs
You are likely to find exactly the piece of antique padlock jewelry 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, 9k Gold and 15k Gold. You’re likely to find the perfect item from our selection of antique padlock jewelry among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 20th Century. For this particular piece, are consistently popular carat weights. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic choice in our collection of antique padlock jewelry over the years, but those made by Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any object in our assortment of antique padlock jewelry from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Garnet version from the 3 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. 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 cabochon and mixed cut alternatives. When shopping for an option in this array of antique padlock jewelry, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.
How Much is a Antique Padlock Jewelry?
On average, a piece of antique padlock jewelry at 1stDibs sells for $1,523, while they’re typically $200 on the low end and $16,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.
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.
Questions About Antique Padlock Jewelry
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024To identify antique jewelry, first try to locate any maker's markings. These may be found in a variety of inconspicuous locations, such as the insides of rings, the clasps of bracelets and chains and the backs of clip-on earrings, pendants and brooches. You can find trustworthy online reference guides that make searching for makers using their hallmarks easy. Once you have determined who produced your jewelry, learn about the creator and estimate approximately when they made your item. If your jewelry is at least 100 years old, it is antique. Alternatively, a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can assist in dating your jewelry. Find a wide range of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024To tell if jewelry is antique, look for its hallmarks. You will usually find them in inconspicuous areas, such as on clasps, the backs of pendants or the insides of bracelets and rings. Once you have located the hallmarks, use trusted online resources to identify the maker and find out when they were active. Pieces produced more than 100 years ago are antique. If you need assistance dating a particular piece, enlist the services of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antiques dealer. Find a large collection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is antique paste jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021Paste jewelry is made out of a special type of flint glass that emulates several gemstones. Paste is a hand-cut glass that is polished with metal powder until it gleams like a gem. Paste jewelry was popular as a cheaper alternative to diamonds during the Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian eras, as well as the Art Deco period. On 1stDibs, find a variety of antique and vintage paste jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023To know if your antique jewelry is valuable, you can consult trusted online resources to see what similar pieces have sold for in the past. It is important to note that the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. Jewelry of a certain historical period will be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with a precious gemstone may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and give you a price estimate. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany Co., Van Cleef Arpels, BVLGARI and others. Shop a collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023To tell if jewelry is vintage or antique, first look for any hallmarks that signify its maker. You can use trusted online resources to research when the maker was active and producing pieces similar to yours to roughly estimate its age. Jewelry is vintage if it's between 20 and 99 years old, and antique if it is 100 years old or more. If you're unable to locate a maker's hallmark, becoming familiar with the materials and other characteristics used during different eras of jewelry can help you date your piece. When in doubt, enlist the help of a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of vintage and antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, some antique jewelry does go up in value. It is important to note that demand as well as the condition of your specific piece will have a major effect on how much it is worth. A certain historical period’s jewelry may be worth more to collectors than accessories from other less noteworthy eras, and whether or not a given accessory is set with precious gems may affect its value as well. You may wish to have the jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser who can examine the piece and estimate its value. Master jewelry designers and luxury houses of the 19th and 20th centuries include Cartier, Tiffany Co., Van Cleef Arpels, BVLGARI and others. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers.
- 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.
- Is antique jewelry worth money?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertSeptember 9, 2024Yes, some antique jewelry is worth money. Precious metals and gemstones like platinum, gold, silver, diamonds and emeralds have value on their own. Even costume jewelry made of less expensive materials may prove valuable due to its style or maker. Because the condition also impacts the potential value of antique pieces, you may wish to have your jewelry evaluated by a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of antique jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022In antique jewelry, the term “paste” means glass finished in a way that allows it to resemble natural gemstones. To produce paste, artisans polish it for long periods of time with metal powder. On 1stDibs, find a selection of antique paste jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023To tell if antique jewelry is real, first look for hallmarks that may signify the maker. You can then use trusted online resources to find out what to look for to verify authenticity. If the jewelry doesn't have hallmarks, you may wish to consult a certified appraiser or licensed dealer. An expert can evaluate your jewelry, tell you whether it is a genuine antique and provide information about its materials and approximate value. Explore a large selection of antique jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 6, 2023Jewelry is considered antique once it is 100 years old. Pieces that are 20 to 99 years old are vintage. Contemporary is the term used to describe jewelry that is less than 20 years old. Explore a large selection of antique, vintage and contemporary jewelry from some of the world's top dealers on 1stDibs.
- 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.
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