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Masriera, Diamond, Sapphire and Plique A Jour Pendant Brooch Necklace
By Masriera
Located in Chicago, IL
This beautiful pendant brooch necklace designed by Spanish designer Masriera in an Art Nouvea style
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

Victorian 1890 Convertible Pendant Brooch Solid 14Kt Gold With Pearls Rubies
Located in Miami, FL
A Pendant-Brooch from the Victorian Era (1840-1901). Very nice convertible antique pendant-brooch
Category

Antique 1890s English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Griffin Dragon Pearl Pendant Brooch French Belle Epoque 18 Karat Gold France
Located in New York, NY
Nouveau - Belle Epoque pendant/brooch in the Renaissance Revival style and dates to circa 1860-1900. It
Category

Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Griffin Dragon Demantoid Green Garnet Pendant Brooch Belle Epoque 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
beautiful Beaux Arts - Art Nouveau - Belle Epoque pendant/brooch in the Renaissance Revival style and dates
Category

Antique 19th Century French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Edwardian 1908 Enameled Flower Pendant Brooch 14kt Gold with Diamond and Pearls
Located in Miami, FL
pendant-brooch has been carefully crafted in the shape of a Sunflower in solid yellow gold of 14 karats
Category

Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Art Deco French Grun 18 Karat Gold Virgin Mary Medal Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an Art Deco pendant crafted in 18K yellow gold. Circa 1930. Religious piece is showing the
Category

Early 20th Century French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Edwardian 9 Karat Gold Red Garnet Drop Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an Edwardian drop pendant crafted in 9K gold. The piece features mixed cut garnets. Circa
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Gold

Vintage 9 Karat Yellow Gold Retractable Toothpick Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a vintage retractable toothpick pendant. It is crafted in 9K yellow gold. Circa 1950
Category

Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 15 Karat Yellow Gold Pearl Locket Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a magnificent Victorian clear locket pendant crafted in 15K yellow gold. The piece features
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 14 Karat Gold Turquoise Pearl Cross Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a massive Victorian era cross pendant crafted in 14K gold. It features natural round
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Vintage 18 Karat Gold Pearl Bird-in-a-cage Charm Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a playful vintage bird-in-a-cage charm pendant. It is crafted in 18K gold. The piece
Category

20th Century Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold

Edwardian 9 Karat Gold Paste Swallow Heart Locket Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an Edwardian heart shape locket pendant crafted in 9K gold. Circa 1910. The piece depicts
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

1970s Gilbert Albert 18 Karat Gold Diamond Heart Pendant
By Gilbert Albert
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement rings to rose-cut diamond
Category

20th Century Swiss Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Edwardian 14 Karat Gold 0.40 Carat Sapphire Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an Edwardian cluster pendant crafted in 14K (body) and 18K (loop) gold. Circa 1910. The
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Edwardian 9 Karat Gold Peridot Pearl Star Clover Motif Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a lovely Edwardian star with clover motif pendant necklace. It is crafted in 9K yellow gold
Category

20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 9k Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Cameo Porcelain Double Portrait Pendant Necklace
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an exceptional antique double portrait pendant necklace crafted in 18K gold. It features
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian 18 Karat Gold Pearl Turquoise Enamel Starburst Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a lovely Victorian starburst pendant necklace crafted in 18K yellow gold. It features one
Category

Early 20th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Vintage 14 Karat Gold Chatelaine Perfume Bottle Floral Charm Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a vintage perfume bottle floral charm pendant. It is crafted in 14K gold. Circa 1960
Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Luis Masriera Art Nouveau Gold and Enamel Necklace Brooch
By Luis Masriera
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2000 Luis Masriera Spain Art Nouveau Figural pin Pendant. 18K Yellow Gold and having amazing
Category

Early 2000s Spanish Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Rose Cut Diamond Horseshoe Charm Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a Victorian horseshoe shape charm pendant crafted in 18K gold and adorned with silver
Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Victorian 9 Karat Gold Amethyst Seed Pearl Oval Pendant Chain Necklace
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an elegant Victorian oval pendant chain necklace crafted in 9K gold. The piece features
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold

Antique Victorian 9 Karat Gold Horse Pocket Watch Locket Fob Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
huge collection of vintage and antique jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian
Category

Early 20th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Modern 18 Karat Gold 0.35 Carat Diamond “Star Of David” Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a beautiful “Star of David” pendant crafted in 18K white gold. Circa 2000. The piece
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Onyx Seed Pearl Oval Locket Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a Victorian oval locket pendant crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1890. The piece is made of onyx
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Freshwater Pearl, Gold

Edwardian 14 Karat Yellow Gold Seed Pearl Bow Clear Locket Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an amazing Edwardian clear locket pendant crafted in 14K yellow gold. The piece features 59
Category

Early 20th Century French Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 18 Karat Gold 2.35 Carat Sapphire Emerald Ruby Rhombus Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
It is a lovely Edwardian rhombus pendant necklace crafted in 18K yellow gold. Sapphire’s mount
Category

Early 20th Century French Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Mid Century 18 Karat Gold Cupid Cherub Figure Love Charm Pendant Necklace
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a Cupid Cherub love angel pendant crafted in 18K gold. Amulet is highly detailed. Pendant
Category

Mid-20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Heart Cut Diamond Eagle’s Claw Charm Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a Victorian eagle’s claw pendant crafted in 18K gold. The piece features heart cut antique
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Mid Century 9 Karat Gold Bugatti Type 35 Car Figure Charm Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a car figure charm pendant crafted in 9K gold. Circa 1960. The piece is showcasing a
Category

Mid-20th Century English Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Cherub Flute Miniature Portrait Enamel Locket Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a gorgeous Victorian oval locket pendant crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1870. The piece
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Gold, Enamel

Edwardian 14 Karat Gold 0.20 Carat Rose Cut Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an Edwardian cross pendant crafted in 14K gold. Circa 1910. The piece features 17 rose
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Edwardian 18 Karat Gold Virgin Mary Rose Cut Diamond Oval Pendant Necklace
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a beautiful Edwardian oval pendant crafted in 18K yellow gold. Circa 1910. The piece is
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Victorian 9 Karat Gold Onyx Carnelian Bloodstone Swivel Fob Pendant Necklace
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an elaborate Victorian triple side swivel fob pendant crafted in 9K gold. It features oval
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Onyx, 9k Gold

Masonic 18 Karat Gold All Seeing Eye Enamel Heliotrope Fob Seal Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a Masonic fob seal pendant crafted in 18K gold. It depicts the symbols of Freemasonry
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Bird Dog Micro Mosaic Watch Key Fob Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
It is a lovely Victorian pocket watch key fob charm pendant crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1880. It
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold

Antique Edwardian Amethyst Pendant Necklace with Seed Pearls 9K Gold - c.1900
Located in London, GB
. The pendant features a wonderful Art Nouveau gold mount with an almost Japonaiserie-like fan design in
Category

Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 9k Gold

Antique Victorian 14 Karat Gold Heliotrope Figural Dog Watch Fob Seal Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement
Category

Early 20th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Light Blue Enamel Floral Motif Oval Locket Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement rings to rose-cut diamond
Category

Antique 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Victorian 15 Karat Gold Onyx Mano Figa Good Luck Amulet Pendant Necklace
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an antique Mano Figa good luck charm pendant crafted in 15K gold. It is made of carved onyx
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, 15k Gold

Modern 14 Karat Gold 40.00 Carat Pear Cut Amethyst 0.31 Carat Diamond Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a modern design massive pendant necklace crafted in 14K white gold. Circa 2000. The piece
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Antique Victorian 14 Karat Gold Red Coral Black Onyx Horseshoe Charm Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a beautiful Victorian horseshoe charm pendant crafted in 14K yellow gold. It features 14
Category

Early 20th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Onyx, 14k Gold

A. Augis 18 Karat Gold Ruby Diamond “Plus Qu hier” Love Charm Pendant
By A. Augis
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a love charm pendant crafted in 18K yellow gold. Circa 1910. The pendant is created by
Category

20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold 0.08 Carat Diamond Spider Web Lucky Charm Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
It is a lovely vintage spider web lucky charm pendant crafted in 14K yellow gold. The piece
Category

Late 20th Century Belgian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Onyx Lady Cameo Rose Cut Diamond Pearl Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a Victorian pendant crafted in 18K gold. Circa 1890. It features an onyx cameo depicting
Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold

A. Augis 18 Karat Gold Diamond Ruby “Plus Qu hier” Love Charm Pendant
By A. Augis
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a love charm pendant crafted in 18K gold. The piece features diamond and rectangular cut
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

A. Augis 18 Karat Gold Ruby Diamond “Plus Qu hier” Love Charm Pendant
By A. Augis
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a love charm pendant crafted in 18K yellow gold. The piece features rose cut diamond and
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

A. Augis 18 Karat Gold Ruby Diamond “Plus Qu hier” Love Charm Pendant
By A. Augis
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a love charm pendant crafted in 18K yellow gold. The piece features diamond and rectangular
Category

Mid-20th Century Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold

1870s L. W. Fairchild Rolled Gold Floral Enamel Propelling Pencil Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
offer a huge collection of vintage and antique jewellery pieces, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Enamel

1970s Vintage Chanel Gold Tone CC Logo Round Pendant Chain Necklace
By Chanel
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement rings to rose-cut
Category

20th Century French Modern Pendant Necklaces

A. Augis 18 Karat Gold Diamond Ruby Enamel “Plus Qu hier” Love Charm Pendant
By A. Augis
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a love charm pendant crafted in 18K gold. The piece features diamonds, rectangular cut
Category

Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Enamel

Masriera Diamond Citrine Enamel and Peridot Nymph Motif Pin Pendant
By Masriera
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
exclusive to this esteemed brand. Devotees immediately recognize the hallmarks of these timeless art nouveau
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Maiden Woman Pendant Necklace 14 Karat Gold Flowing Hair
Located in New York, NY
face. The Woman Lavalier Pendant dates to the Belle Epoque - Art Nouveau period, circa 1880 - 1915
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 0.04 Carat Old Cut Diamond Cultured Pearl Cross Pendant
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is an Edwardian cross pendant crafted in base metal, gold plated. Circa 1910. The piece
Category

20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl

Art Nouveau 18k Gold and Diamond Pendant Watch
By Longines
Located in New York, NY
diamonds attached to a winged griffin fob. This piece is beautifully detailed and can be worn as a brooch
Category

Antique 1890s Swiss Belle Époque Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

1990s Vintage Christian Dior Gold Tone Rhinestone Logo Monogram Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
, including Art Deco, Art Nouveau, Edwardian, Georgian, Victorian styles, from engagement rings to rose-cut
Category

Late 20th Century German Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Masriera Plique a Jour Winged Lady Brooch and Pendant
By Masriera
Located in North Hollywood, CA
This Masriera piece is very special, it is the most beautiful of all these lady pendants Masriera
Category

Vintage 1950s Spanish Art Nouveau Link Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

American 1895 Art Nouveau Ring In 14Kt Yellow Gold With 3.42 Cts Black Opal
Located in Miami, FL
An art nouveau ring with Black opal. A highly decorated ring, created in America during the art
Category

Antique 1890s American Art Nouveau Dome Rings

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Art Nouveau Gold Brooch Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate art nouveau gold brooch pendant for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and 14k Gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 144 vintage or 7 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect art nouveau gold brooch pendant 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 21st Century. Creating an art nouveau gold brooch pendant has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Masriera, A. J. Hedges Co. and Marcus Co. are consistently popular. While most can agree that any art nouveau gold brooch pendant from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 63 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also old european cut and old mine cut versions for sale. Finding an art nouveau gold brooch pendant for sale for women should be easy, but there are 40 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Art Nouveau Gold Brooch Pendant?

On average, an art nouveau gold brooch pendant at 1stDibs sells for $4,800, while they’re typically $361 on the low end and $75,000 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.