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Hedges Co. 1900 Art Nouveau Enameled Pansy Pendant Brooch In 14Kt Gold Diamond
By A. J. Hedges Co.
Located in Miami, FL
five-petals pansy flower, created in New Jersey North America during the Edwardian and the Art Nouveau
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Larter Sons 1900 Art Nouveau Enameled Pansy Flower Brooch In 14Kt Yellow Gold
By Larter Sons
Located in Miami, FL
, created in Newark New Jersey by the jewelry company of Larter & Sons., back in the 1900. This beautiful
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Enamel 3 Pansy Pendant Brooch Diamond 14k Yellow Gold Flower
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed antique Art Nouveau enameled pansy brooch/pendant (circa 1900s to 1910s), crafted
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Pansy Flower Pendant Charm Black Jet 10 Karat Gold Victorian Art Nouveau
Located in New York, NY
PANSY FLOWER . THE PENDANT IS SO STUNNING WITH THE MOST DELICATE CARVING OF THE PANSY FLOWER IN
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

Antique Victorian Pear Shaped Citrine 9 Karat Gold Pansy Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Antique 9k yellow gold earrings set with 5 pear shape vitrines two form a pansy shaped flower. The
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Late 19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Citrine, 9k Gold

Antique Locket Pendant Pansies Flowers Stars Black and White Enamel Gilt Metal
Located in Munich, Bavaria
front is decorated with three pansies in a white enamelled lozenge. The white lozenge is surrounded by
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1850s Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Enamel, Gilt Metal

Pansy Flower Pendant Enamel Pearl Charm 18 Karat Gold Victorian Art Nouveau
Located in New York, NY
A VICTORIAN - ART NOUVEAU ENAMEL AND 18 KARAT GOLD LAVALIERE PENDANT IN THE FORM OF A PANSY FLOWER
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Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Enamel, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hedges Co. 1900 Enameled Pansy Pendant Brooch In 14Kt Gold With Diamond
By A. J. Hedges Co.
Located in Miami, FL
-dimensional five-petals pansy flower, created in New Jersey North America during the Edwardian and the Art
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

HEDGES CO. 1900 Art Nouveau Enamel Pansy Earrings In 14Kt Gold With Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Art nouveau Pansy flower earrings designed by A.J. Hedge & Co. Beautiful colorful pair of earrings
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 14k Gold

Hedges Co 1905 Art Nouveau Pansy Flowers Stud Earrings In 14Kt Gold With Pearl
By A. J. Hedges Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Art nouveau Pansy flower earrings designed by A.J. Hedge & Co. Beautiful colorful pair of earrings
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Pansy Flower .20 Carat Diamond 14 Karat Gold Earrings, circa 1900
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as pansy flowers, each centering an old mine cut diamond, approximately 0.20 carats total
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1910s Art Nouveau Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Gold Pansy Brooch
Located in London, GB
An antique gold pansy brooch, a round old-cut diamond weighing approximately 0.25 carats, to the
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Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Antique Enamel and Pearl Pansy Brooch
Located in London, GB
An antique enamel and pearl pansy brooch, the round pearl measuring approximately 5mm set to the
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique Enamel and Diamond Pansy Brooch
Located in London, GB
brooch in the form of a pansy, a popular subject in American jewellery at the turn of the century, from
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Enamel and Diamond Pansy Brooch
Located in London, GB
An antique enamel and diamond pansy brooch, a round old-cut diamond estimated to weight 0.15 carats
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Enamel and Pearl Pansy Brooch
Located in London, GB
An antique enamel and pearl pansy brooch, the round pearl measuring approximately 3mm set to the
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique Enamel and Pearl Pansy Brooch
Located in London, GB
An antique enamel and pearl pansy brooch, the round pearl measuring approximately 6mm set to the
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Antique Enamel and Ruby Pansy Brooch
Located in London, GB
An antique enamel and ruby pansy brooch, a round faceted ruby claw-set to the centre of five
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold

Enamel Pansy Pin
Located in New York, NY
Softly iridescent figural "pansy" pin. Beautiful shimmering pink enamel. Set with a faceted
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1890s American Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Enamel Pansy Brooch
Located in Melbourne, AU
14ct yellow gold brooch in the form of a pansy with shades of purple enamel and a claw set old cut
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1910s Edwardian Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Georgian Regency Pansy Brooch
Located in Sale, Cheshire
An incredible gold pansy brooch dating from the Georgian Regency period, circa 1810. It's
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Early 19th Century English Regency Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

15k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Gold Enamel Diamond Pansy Pin
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful antique figural "pansy" pin. Comprised of six soft iridescent pink enamel leaves with
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Early 1900s American Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Antique Georgian Gem Set Pansy Brooch
Located in New York, NY
C.1820. A Georgian gem set pansy brooch. This tiny beauty is foiled back set with amethyst
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1820s British Georgian Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, 9k Gold

Antique Enamel Diamond Gold Pansy Brooch
Located in Portland, ME
14K Yellow gold enamel and diamond antique brooch. The pansy brooch is decorated with blue enamel
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Early 1900s Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel

Georgian Amethyst Pansy Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
C.1800-1810 Georgian amethyst pansy drop earrings set in 15kt gold, with foil backed natural
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Early 19th Century English Georgian Antique Pansy Jewelry

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Amethyst, 15k Gold

Antique Enamel Pearl Gold Pansy Pin Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Exceptional antique enamel and gold figural pansy pin, with a folding hidden bail to convert to a
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1910s American Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian Turquoise Diamond Pansy Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
diamond. Victorian jewellery was full of hidden meaning, often sentimental or romantic, and the pansy was
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Pansy Jewelry

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Diamond, Turquoise, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Georgian Amethyst Pansy Love Token Earrings
Located in Austin, TX
The name Pansy is derived from the French word pensée meaning "thought". The flower became
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Early 19th Century Georgian Antique Pansy Jewelry

Art Nouveau Pansy Pin/Pendant
Located in Chestnut Hill, MA
Estate Art Nouveau intricately enameled pansy pin with pendant option including colors of purples
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Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Victorian Turquoise Pearl Pansy Locket Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
the centre), the head formed to look like a pansy flower. To the reverse is a glass-fronted locket
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Natural Pearl, Turquoise, 15k Gold

Antique Victorian Enamel Gold Pansy Flower Brooch Pin
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Delicate Victorian 14k gold brooch pin, depicting a pansy flower, set in purple enamel. Brooch
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19th Century Victorian Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Art Nouveau Gold Pansy Enamel Diamond Brooch Pin
Located in Lambertville, NJ
An Art Nouveau 14k gold pansy brooch pin with enamel. The pin is set with one diamond, weighing
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Late 19th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Art Nouveau Yellow Gold Diamond Pansy Pendant Brooch
Located in Munich, DE
the center there is a round old European Cut diamond weighing approximately 0.1 carat. Often the pansy
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Early 1900s American Art Nouveau Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Mid Victorian Turquoise Pansy Heart Locket
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A charming mid Victorian puffed heart locket with a little turquoise-petaled pansy in the centre
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Pansy Jewelry

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Turquoise, 15k Gold

Antique Regency Period Turquoise Pearl Pansy Ring
Located in Sale, Cheshire
This beautiful Pansy flower ring was made during the Regency Period at the beginning of the 19th
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Early 1800s English Regency Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Edwardian Diamond, Gold, and Platinum Pansy Ring
Located in Madison area, WI
make this ring an excellent, easy-wearing piece that's perfect for the woman who prefers sleek jewelry
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20th Century British Edwardian Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Victorian Pansy REGARD and Fede Ring Circa 1880
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A pretty Victorian pansy REGARD and Fede 18 karat gold ring manufactured circa 1880. With lovely
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1880s British Georgian Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, 18k Gold

1870s Antique Victorian Turquoise Diamond Gold Pansy Bracelet
Located in Sale, Cheshire
cut diamonds - in a pansy flower arrangement. A locket compartment is concealed behind the head, while
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Pansy Jewelry

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White Diamond, Turquoise, 15k Gold

Antique Victorian Serpent and Pansy Brooch, 15 Carat Gold and Pearl
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
and pearl set pansy between the head and tail of the serpent. Measuring approx. 34mm x 18mm. Stamped
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1890s Victorian Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 15k Gold

Carved Amethyst Diamond Silver Gold Pansy Drop Earrings
Located in London, GB
A pair of carved amethyst earrings in the form of a flower with an old cut diamond to the centre, each carved amethyst flower suspended from a line of 4 old cut diamonds. With matchi...
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1880s British Victorian Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond

Antique Victorian Coloured Diamond Silver Gold Pansy Pendant Brooch
Located in London, GB
A brooch/pendant in the form of a pansy, set with pinkish-brown, light yellow and white diamonds to
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1890s American Victorian Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pink Diamond, Gold, Silver

Victorian Era Pansy Flower Pendant with “Do Not Forget Me” Inside
Located in Versailles, FR
. This very sweet little pendant is a great example of the antique sentimental jewelry. The name pansy
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19th Century French Victorian Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian Locket Necklace Pansy Heart 15 Carat Gold, circa 1900
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
detail with beautiful cream and violet Enamel Pansy petals and a lovely Pearl in the centre. Pansies
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Early 1900s British Victorian Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique French Clasp Enamel Pansy on Gold 18 Karats, Victorian Clasp
Located in PARIS, FR
Antique French clasp enamel pansy on gold 18 karats. This rare clasp of Normandy, in hollow gold
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1880s French Victorian Antique Pansy Jewelry

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Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Large Magnificent Art Nouveau Diamond Gold Pansy With Face Locket Charm Pendant
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This is just the most wonderful locket. The amazing workmanship on this pansy face charm/pendant
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Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique Fabergé Diamond Gold Enamel Wild Pansy Flower Pendant Lovers Watch
By Fabergé
Located in Redmond, WA
enamels (or en plein) as deep purple wild pansy (viola tricolor, or heart's ease) blooms, B. Altenburger
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Late 19th Century Russian Edwardian Antique Pansy Jewelry

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Diamond, 14k Gold

1930 s Painted Pansy Necklace and Bracelet Set
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Matching necklace and bracelet set feature hand-painted pansies set in heavy rhodium-plated metal
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Early 20th Century Art Deco Antique Pansy Jewelry

Antique Gold Diamond Pearl and Enamel Pansy Pin
Located in New York, NY
Very fine antique pansy pin/drop. The center is a figural "pansy" with enamel leaves and a faceted
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Early 1900s American Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Gold Enamel and Diamond Pansy Pin/Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Lovely figural "pansy" pin. 14K yellow gold, with pink and maroon enamel. A center faceted
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1910s American Antique Pansy Jewelry

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Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Early 20th Century Enamel Pearl Gold Pansy Pin
Located in New York, NY
Vintage enamel & pearl pansy pin measuring app. 3/4 x 3/4 inch, centering a pearl* measuring app
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Early 20th Century Antique Pansy Jewelry

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Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

Victorian Gold and Pearl Pansy Pin, circa 1890
Located in St. Catharines, ON
A small gold pansy pin with overlapping petals of matte gold centering a seed pearl. American
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1890s American Victorian Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold

Antique Platinum Pansy Charm with Hidden Message
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite figural "pansy" charm. Platinum, encrusted with rose cut diamonds. The bottom opens to
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Early 1900s American Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Victorian 15 Carat Gold Citrine Amethyst Peridot Pearl Pansy Brooch
Located in St Helens, GB
A stunning mid to late Victorian era brooch, formed as a pansy flower. Designed with heart cut
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Pearl, Peridot, Gold

Large Oval Victorian 18ct Gold Forget Me Not Rose Cut Diamond Locket Pendant
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
set with rose cut diamonds. The use of the Forget Me Not and pansy are common in mourning jewellery of
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Late 19th Century British High Victorian Antique Pansy Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Antique Pansy Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate piece of antique pansy jewelry for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 14k Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. Finding the perfect item from our selection of antique pansy jewelry may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 20th Century. Finding an appealing choice in our collection of antique pansy jewelry — no matter the origin — is easy, but A. J. Hedges Co., Fabergé and Kohn each produced a popular version that is worth a look. While most can agree that any object in our assortment of antique pansy jewelry from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 50 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for an old european cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and old mine cut alternatives. Most of our antique pansy jewelry for sale are for women, but there are 35 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Antique Pansy Jewelry?

Prices for a piece of antique pansy jewelry can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $375 and can go as high as $38,111, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,038.

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 Pansy Jewelry
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To 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, 2024
    To 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.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Paste 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 ExpertDecember 4, 2023
    To 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, 2023
    Jewelry 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 ExpertMay 5, 2023
    To 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, 2023
    To 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, 2023
    Yes, 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, 2022
    To 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 ExpertSeptember 9, 2024
    Yes, 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, 2022
    In 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 ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To 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.