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7.30 Ct Natural Impressive Australian Opal and Diamond 14 Karat Solid Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
7.30 Carats Natural Impressive Australian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Rose Gold Ring Amazing play
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Gin and Grace 10K Yellow Gold Australian Opal Ring with Real Diamonds for Women
Located in New York, NY
Yellow Gold jewelry boasts 9X11 Oval-Cut Prong Setting Australian Opal (1pcs)1.52 Carat, and Round-Cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

7.10 Ct Natural Impressive Australian Opal and Diamond 14 Karat Solid Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
7.10 Carats Natural Impressive Australian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Rose Gold Ring Amazing play
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Heart-Shape Solid Australian Crystal Opal Bezel Set Necklace 14K Rose Gold R4139
Located in Osprey, FL
♥ Heart-shape Solid Australian Crystal Opal Bezel Set Necklace 14K Rose Gold Pendant ♥ Solid 14k
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Crystal, Opal, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

14 Karat Black Rhodium and Rose Gold Australian Black Opal and Emerald Ring
By Nazarelle
Located in Houston, TX
and features a 4.30ct Australian black opal with a mixture of colors like blue, green, orange and
Category

2010s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold, Rhodium

8.60 Ct Natural Impressive Australian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Rose Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
8.60 Carats Natural Impressive Australian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Rose Gold Ring The opal has
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

5.85 Ct Natural Impressive Australian Opal and Diamond 14 Karat Solid Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
5.85 Carats Natural Impressive Australian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Rose Gold Ring Amazing play
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

6.80 Ct Natural Impressive Australian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Rose Gold Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
6.80 Carats Natural Impressive Australian Opal and Diamond 14K Solid Rose Gold Ring Amazing play
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Pure 24 Karat Yellow Gold One of a Kind 5.29 Carat Australian Opal Ring
By Campanelli Pear
Located in Troy, MI
with interesting hammered finish showcases a beautiful 5.29 carat Australian opal specimen in oval
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Opal, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold

Hakimoto by Jewel of Ocean Pair of 17.5mm White Round Australian South Sea Pearl
Located in Hicksville, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean Round South Sea Pearl Pair of 17.5 mm White 16.7 Grams Australian South
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1990s American Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl

Hakimoto by Jewel Of Ocean Pair of 17 mmWhite Round Australian South Sea Pearl
Located in Hicksville, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean Round South Sea Pearl Pair of 16.9-17 mm White 14 Grams Australian
Category

1990s American Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl

2.82ct Solid Australian Opal on Vintage Lace Band Bridal Ring Set 14k Gold R6495
Located in Osprey, FL
This bright and colorful Australian Opal gemstone is paired with a vintage-inspired lace band
Category

2010s American Engagement Rings

Materials

Opal, Gold, 14k Gold

JKa Australian South Sea Multi-Color 9-14mm Baroque Pearl 27 Inch Gold Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Australian South Sea Multi-Color 9-14mm Baroque Pearl 18k Yellow Gold Necklace. Made in Germany
Category

2010s European Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold

Black and White Diamond Australian Pearl 18 Kt. White Gold Cocktail Flower Ring
Located in Rome, IT
18 Kt. white gold ring with black & white diamonds and South sea round pearl. This impressive ring is designed as a flower. Black diamonds: 7.00 carat Diamonds: 6.00 carat South sea...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold,...

Gin and Grace 10K Rose Gold Australian Opal Ring with Real Diamonds for Women
Located in New York, NY
& Grace ring. The 10k Rose Gold jewelry boasts 7X9 Oval-cut Prong Setting Natural Opal (1pcs) 1.30 Carat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, Rose Gold

5 Ct Oval Shape Black Australian Opal Cocktail Ring 14 Kt Yellow Gold , Unisex
Located in New York, NY
oval-shaped Black Australian Opal Cabochon . This remarkable piece showcases the opal's mesmerizing
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 2.01ct Yellow Blue Australian Parti Sapphire Gold Three Stone Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Unique GIA Certified Australian Yellow Green Blue Parti Colour Sapphire And Diamond Three Stone 18k
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green ...

0.50 carat White Australian Pearl and Diamonds 18 Karat Gold Ring Made in Italy
By FERRUCCI
Located in New York, NY
A white Australian pearl and white diamonds ring, FERRUCCI in a contemporary ring design to
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2010s Italian Classical Roman More Rings

Materials

South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

4 Ct Oval Shape Black Australian Opal Diamond 14 K Yellow Gold Pearl Necklace
Located in New York, NY
Australian Opal surrounded by dazzling diamonds. The opal displays a mesmerizing play of green, blue, and red
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Canadian Carved Nephrite Australian Kangaroo Figurine
Located in Chesterland, OH
At all times, miniature figures of animals made of semi-precious stones were very popular gifts. This charming kangaroo is a stunning embodiment of exquisite craftsmanship, meticulo...
Category

20th Century Canadian Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Jade

White Diamonds White Australian Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Bow Shape Fashion Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Gorgeous 18K white gold fashion ring composed of a 1.90 g of white glossy pearl (11 mm) in the center and two bows on the two sides all studded with 0.63 ct of little white diamonds...
Category

Vintage 1970s Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

0.70 ct Diamond 2.09 ct Emerald 8 g Australian Pearl Rose Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
of two amazing australian pearls. The top is composed of 0.70 ct of two diamonds. Diamonds 0.70 ct
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Opal Matrix Brilliant Pendant 31 ct 0.46 W SI-P 750 Yellow Gold Mine Australia
Located in Viena, Viena
Pendant with boulder matrix and diamonds, 750 yellow gold, matrix approx. 31.23 ct (Australia
Category

2010s Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Untreated Bi Colour Australian Sapphire 18k White Gold Ring ITSIT
Located in Birmingham, GB
ITSIT Natural Parti Colour Untreated Australian Sapphire 18k White Gold Three Stone Ring. Rare GIA
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold...

Stud Earrings 18 Kt White Gold, 2.89 Carats Diamonds and White Australian Pearls
Located in BARI, IT
Beautiful stud earrings 18 kt white gold, 2.89-carat diamonds, and white Australian pearls. They
Category

2010s Italian Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

Signed JKa White Australian South Sea 14-17.5mm Cultured Baroque Pearl Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A magnificent Australian South Sea Cultured Baroque Pearl Necklace set in a graduating strand of 23
Category

Early 2000s European Modern Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold

Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean Pair of 18 mm White Round Australian South Sea Pearl
Located in Hicksville, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean Round South Sea Pearl Pair of 18 mm White 16.7 Grams Australian South
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Loose Gemstones

Materials

South Sea Pearl

Gin and Grace 10K Yellow Gold Australian Opal Ring with Real Diamonds for women
Located in New York, NY
Stunning, timeless and classy eternity Unique ring. Decorate yourself in luxury with this Gin & Grace ring. This ring is made up of 5X7 Oval-Cut Prong Setting Natural opal (1pcs) 0.4...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chinese Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.00ct Bi Colour Yellow Blue Australian Sapphire 18k White Gold Three Stone Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
Natural Bi Colour Yellow & Blue Australian Sapphire 18k White Gold Three Stone Ring. A three stone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire,...

Ct 44 Australian Pearl and Ct 13 Diamonds Rose Gold and Silver Leaf Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Elegant '50 earrings in 9kt gold and silver composed of a grey pearl surrounded by leaves covered in diamonds. diamonds(13.86Kt) grey pearl(8.80gr) of 14/15 mm of diameter tot wei...
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Retro Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, Silver

Black Australian Opal Parrot Carving - Created by Gerg Moser
Located in Mission Viejo, CA
Andamooka Opal. In 1954, when Queen Elizabeth II visited Australia on her first authorized state trip, the
Category

Vintage 1980s European Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Opal

Australian Lightning Ridge Opal Detailed Carving of Lady s Bust
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Australian Lightning Ridge Opal Detailed Carving of Lady's Bust Length: 20mm Thickness: 5mm Weight
Category

Vintage 1960s American Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures

Materials

Opal

Set of Two Rough Australian Opal Painting Ornamental Display Accessories
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
backdrop of natural Australian Opal! The larger piece is a rich coffee color, with the artist utilizing the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Desk Accessories

Materials

Opal

BUNDA Landforms Silver Cufflinks
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A pair of BUNDA LANDforms sterling silver "Sunrise" cufflinks, t-bar connections, polished and brushed finiished. A Limited Edition jewel designed by Ben Bunda in collaboration with...
Category

2010s Australian Cufflinks

Materials

Silver

Antique Edwardian c1905 15K Yellow Gold Sapphire Bar Brooch by Willis Sons.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Beautifully crafted in 15K Yellow Gold by Australian jewellers Willis & Sons (est. 1858) this
Category

Antique Early 1900s Australian Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, Yellow Gold

BUNDA B Diamonds cufflinks, 0.51cts Diamonds, 18k yellow gold
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A Pair of BUNDA Jewellery 'B' gold cufflinks, inset with round cut diamonds totalling 0.51ct on
Category

2010s Australian Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

An Edwardian 15K Yellow Gold 0.10ct Old-European Cut Diamond Stick Pin
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Antique Stick Pin is Edwardian, dating back to beginning of XXc Crafted in 15K Yellow Gold it's finely detailed throughout featuring an Old-European cut Diamond of 0.10ct...
Category

Antique Early 1900s Australian Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Edwardian c1905 Starburst Seed Pearl 15K Gold Brooch/Pendant by Willis Sons
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Crafted with refined elegance by Melbourne jewellers Willis & Sons (est. 1858) this intricate pendant brooch is antique: dating from Edwardian era, circa 1905, yet it’s in a beauti...
Category

Antique Early 1900s Australian Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 15k Gold

Victorian Mourning (Memorial) Gold-Filled Black Enamel Brooch w Plaited Hair
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Although Mourning Jewelry has a long & fascinating history, going back to as far as Middle Ages
Category

Antique 1850s Australian Victorian Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Hardy Brothers (Bros) Ltd Swiss Pocket Watch Movement, 16 jewels.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Antique Swiss Pocket Watch Movement, retailed by Hardy Bros Ltd - Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane Signed to the white enamel dial, featuring hand-painted Roman numerals original...
Category

Antique 1890s Australian Pocket Watches

BUNDA Equestrian Gold pin, 18k yellow and white gold
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A BUNDA Equestrian Gold pin, 18ct yellow and white gold. Weight 5.17 grams
Category

2010s Australian Brooches

Materials

White Gold, Yellow Gold

BUNDA Argyle Fancy Coloured Diamond Martini Brooch in Platinum and 18ct gold
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A BUNDA 'Couture' brooch in 18ct yellow gold and platinum, fetauring fancy coloured Argyle diamonds bezel set in the form of an overflowing martini glass, the diamonds range in colou...
Category

2010s Australian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Platinum

Crocodile Cufflinks in 18ct Rose Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
echoes the Australian saltwater croc´s armour. Featuring our signature croc skin filagree on the inside
Category

2010s Australian Artist Cufflinks

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Crocodile Cufflinks in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
echoes the Australian saltwater croc´s armour. Featuring our signature croc skin filagree on the inside
Category

2010s Australian Artist Cufflinks

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Crocodile Til Cufflinks in solid 18ct White Gold/ yellow gold/ rose gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
echoes the Australian saltwater croc´s armour. Featuring our signature croc skin filagree on the inside
Category

2010s Australian Artist Cufflinks

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Crocodile Tail Cufflinks in Solid 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
echoes the Australian saltwater croc´s armour. Featuring our signature croc skin filagree on the inside
Category

2010s Australian Artist Cufflinks

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 15K Gold Pearl 45mm Bar Brooch, with Security Chain.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Crafted with refined elegance this stunning Bar Brooch is dating from Victorian era Of lovely bar design, it centers a Pearl of 5.5mm of gorgeous colour & excellent luster 45mm l...
Category

Antique 1840s Australian Early Victorian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, 15k Gold

Antique Art-Nouveau c1900 s 15K Gold Oval Garnet 34mm Brooch.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Crafted with refined elegance this stunning Brooch is dating from early 1900's - Art-Nouveau period Of lovely openwork filigree design, it centers an oval Natural Garnet 34mm lon...
Category

Antique Early 1900s Australian Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Garnet, 15k Gold

Antique Victorian 15K Gold, Rose Cut Diamond Daisy Cluster Bar Brooch (with pin)
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Crafted with refined elegance this stunning Brooch is dating from Victorian period Of lovely bar design, it centers a daisy-shaped cluster of 7 Rose Cut Diamonds totalling 0.35ct ...
Category

Antique 1840s Australian Early Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold

Namesake Cufflinks in Lapis and Platinum
Located in Brisbane, AU
A pair of cufflinks set with bright blue lapis set in platinumthat is reminiscent of the glorious jewels our grandmother wore to the formidable Shanghai parties of the 30s. Forged i...
Category

2010s Australian Artist Cufflinks

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Platinum

Namesake Cufflinks in Lapis and Platinum
Namesake Cufflinks in Lapis and Platinum
$2,762 Sale Price / set
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Antique (Edwardian) 9K Yellow Gold 1.00ct Bohemian (Pyrope) Garnet Stick Pin.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Antique Stick Pin dates back to Edwardian era (beg XXc) featuring a cushion shaped Natural Pyrope (Bohemian) Garnet, weighing 1.00ct approx. of vibrant intense vivid red colou...
Category

Antique Early 1900s Australian Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Garnet, Yellow Gold

BUNDA Harlequin onyx and mother-of-pearl Cufflinks, on silver
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A pair of BUNDA 'Harlequin' Mother of Pearl & Onyx cufflinks in silver, bezel set with grey Mother of Pearl and black Onyx. Weight = 20.18 grams
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2010s Australian Cufflinks

Materials

Onyx, Pearl, Silver

BUNDA Grape shaped brooch, enamel and keshi Tahitian Pearls on gold and platinum
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A BUNDA 'Couture' grape brooch in platinum and 18 carat yellow gold, featuring baroque shaped Cultured Tahitian keshi pearls and round brilliant cut diamonds with enamel leaf detaili...
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2010s Australian Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Gold, Platinum, Enamel

BUNDA 16.4mm Tahitian Pearl and 0.60ct Diamonds Brooch, 18k white gold
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A BUNDA 'Meteor' pearl and diamond brooch, set with a large baroque shaped Cultured Tahitian pearl, trailing a tail of 18ct white gold bezel set round brilliant cut diamonds. The pe...
Category

2010s Australian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Gold

BUNDA Couture 3.80ct Turquoises and 1.31ct Diamonds Brooch in 18k gold
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A BUNDA 'Couture' handcrafted turquoise and diamond brooch made in 18 carat white gold, featuring a cluster of 5, round brilliant cut diamonds, all bezel set and finished with milleg...
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2010s Australian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold

18 Carat Yellow Gold Key Bracelet with Pearl Detail
Located in COTTESLOE, AU
ode to the magnificent ‘Key to Western Australia’, a unique masterpiece on display at the Perth Mint
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21st Century and Contemporary Australian Chain Bracelets

Pair of emerald earrings/ studs 18k gold studs bezel set
Located in Brisbane, AU
pirates, wars and insurmountable loss, that they would settle in Australia. Never to talk of their past
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2010s Australian Artisan Stud Earrings

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Australian Jewellery For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate australian jewellery 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 yellow gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect australian jewellery may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, .5 carat and 1 carat are consistently popular carat weights. Finding an appealing australian jewellery — no matter the origin — is easy, but Decadent Jewels, Renata Bernard and Kian Design each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A australian jewellery can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 4630, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cabochon cut and oval cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our australian jewellery for sale are for women, but there are 2972 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is an Australian Jewellery?

On average, a australian jewellery at 1stDibs sells for $2,849, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $2,550,000 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.