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Rossella Ugolini Little Snake 18 Karat White Gold Baroque Pendant Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
enriched with Black Oval Baroque Pearls. Two sinuous serpentines in 18-karat white gold suspend two black
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2010s Italian Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

French, 19th Century Pearl Diamonds Yellow Gold Platinum Charles Templier Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
diamonds, separated in the center by a fine baroque pearl. The attachment system is a pump with pin. Pearl
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Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum, ...

18 Karats White Gold Little Snake Black Rhodium Baroque Pendant Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Black Rhodium enriched with White Oval Baroque Pearls. Two sinuous serpentines in 18-karat white gold
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2010s Italian Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium

French 19th Century Certified Natural Pearls Diamonds Rose Gold Drop Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
For pierced ears. Earrings in 18 karat rose gold and silver. Sublime antique drop earrings, they
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Antique Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold,...

Marina J. Black White Pearl Lariat / Sautoir with Removable Tassel 14k Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Tassel features a large Baroque White Pearl sitting atop a solid 14k Yellow Gold Roundel with Seed Pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

19th Century Diamond Knot Certified Natural Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
antique- cut diamonds. It holds a large natural baroque pearl. Height : 4.5 cm, width : 1.9 cm, thickness
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Antique Late 19th Century French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina J Graduated Pearl, Blue Sapphire Solid 14k Yellow Gold Tassel Necklace
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
decorative Solid 14k Yellow Gold Latch and features a large Baroque Pearl whose luster perfectly matches the
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

LIBERTY STYLE 1890 England Pendant-brooch In 18Kt Gold, Coral, Pearls Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with chiseled and engraved designs, back and front, is composed
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Antique 1890s English Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, ...

Green Tourmaline Necklace with 18K Gold "Peperomia" 14mm South Sea Pearl Pendant
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
. This particular pearl is a gorgeous 14mm baroque drop in lustrous pale-to-medium gold. There are a
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Y...

Marina J. Black Grey Pearl Woven Lariat with 14k White Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
. The Tassel features a large Baroque Black Pearl sitting atop a solid 14k White Gold Diamond Encrusted
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Drop Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Trianon 1980s 14K Yellow Gold Mabe Pearl, Onyx Diamond Jewelry Set
By Trianon
Located in Towson, MD
a statement ring, size 5.5 which is not sizeable. Each item features a bezel set mabe pearl as its
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Orient” South Sea Pearl Fancy Sapphire Brooch Set in 22k Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” South Sea Pearl & Fancy Sapphire Brooch set in 22K Gold & Silver Natural Ruby
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Brooches

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sa...

Marina J. Black Pearl Rope Necklace with 18k Yellow Gold Plating Drop Tassel
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
this band meet at decorative 18k Yellow Gold Plated Cups that latch onto an 18k Yellow Gold Plated Ring
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Black Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Silver

Bochic “Orient” South Sea Pearl Multi Sapphire Bangle Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” South Sea Pearl & Multi Sapphire Bangle Set In 18K Gold & Silver Black Tahiti
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Bangles

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire...

Antique Art Nouveau Krementz 18K Gold Coral Freshwater Pearl Swag Necklace
By Krementz Co
Located in Montclair, NJ
- Salmon Pink Color - 10x6.9mm and 8x5.5mm (approx.) (7) Genuine Cultured Freshwater Pearls - Baroque Shape
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Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Drop Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Freshwater Pearl, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Marina J. Large Citrine, Pearl Semi Precious Stone Sautoir in 14k Yellow Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Amethyst, Citrine, Aquamarine and solid 14k Yellow Gold findings are beautifully adorned by large Baroque
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina J. Woven Pearl Lace Sautoir with Diamond Encrusted Solid 14k Gold
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
the Ring with the same Diamond Encrusted hook, and features a large Baroque Pearl with magnificent
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

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

Marina J. Black Grey Pearl Sautoir with Solid 14k White Gold Removable Tassel
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold hooks that latch onto a solid 14k White Gold Decorative Ring Clasp - from which a beautiful
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

ELIZABETH GAGE England Clips Earrings In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds, Topaz Pearls
By Elizabeth Gage
Located in Miami, FL
beauty; exquisite stones, ancient bronzes, beautiful carvings, baroque pearls, in fact anything where the
Category

Vintage 1980s English Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Blue Topaz, White Diamond, Topaz, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k...

Miriam Haskell Pearl and Gilt Fob Bracelet
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
chain with faux baroque nailhead pearl and toggle clasp. A companion cocktail ring is also on 1st Dibs
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Vintage 1950s American Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gilt Metal, Gold Plate

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Sapphire, Topaz Pearl Bangle Set White 18K Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
made a this special ring for traveling collection called “Orient” The collection is set in 18 Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Bangles

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire...

Bochic “Retro” Sapphire South Sea Pearl Cat Pendent Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Retro” Sapphire & South Sea Pearl Cat Pendent Set In 18K Gold & Silver Blue Natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire...

Michael Kneebone Blue Chalcedony Tahitain Rainbow Pearl Drop Earrings
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
with natural growth rings around the pearls. All set in 18k yellow gold mountings that come with posts
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2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Chalcedony, Pearl, Black Pearl, 18k Gold

Bochic “Retro” Sapphire South Sea Pearl Cat Earrigns Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Retro” Sapphire & South Sea Pearl Cat Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver Blue Natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Retro Dangle Earrings

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire...

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Sapphire, Diamond South Sea Pearl Bangle Set 18K Sil
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
pearls, silver tone Set in 18K White Gold and Silver 950 (Fashion Images are to illustrate style) This
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20th Century Thai Baroque Bangles

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire...

"Joyce" Large Turquoise Cameo Pendant on Removable Pearl Turquoise Necklace
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
alternated vintage baroque Akoya (cultured Japanese saltwater) pearls with graduated turquoise heshi beads
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 1...

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Pearl Multi Sapphire Dragon Bangle Set In 18K Go
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Pearl Multi Sapphire Dragon Bangle Set In 18K Gold Silver
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Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Bangles

Materials

Green Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire,...

French, 19th Century, Fine Pearl Ruby Black Enamel Napoleon 3 Set
Located in Poitiers, FR
such as ribbons, are enamelled black and decorated with fine baroque pearls. Several cushion- cut
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Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yell...

Eostre 3 Australian South Sea Pearl Strands Necklace with Diamond Clasp
Located in Melbourne, AU
in 18k white gold, diamond weight 1.2ct CIRCLE (CR) Pearls with two or more rings around the body
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2010s Australian Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Marina J Black Pearl Solid 14k Square Necklace with Removable Ombre DropTassel
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gold Ring Clasp from which a 2 inch Drop Tassel hangs. The Drop Tassel features three Pearls displaying
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Black Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

19th Century French Natural Pearl Sapphire Diamond Ruby Insect Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
formed of a double barrette of gold, each ending at one end with a natural pearl, on which rest, an
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Napoleon III Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapph...

French 1930s Certified Fine Pearl Platinum Diamond Art Deco Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Necklace of fine pearls in baroque form in creamy-white oriental pearl. The rectangular platinum
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum

Bochic “Orient” Sapphire South Sea Pearl Earrings Bangle Set 18K Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
brilliant - 1 carats South Sea white pearls, silver tone Set in 18K Gold and Silver 950 This earrings are
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Drop Earrings

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Orient” Sapphire, Coral South Sea Pearl Bangle Set 18K Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
carats South Sea white pearls, silver tone Set in 18K Gold and Silver 950 This earrings are perfect to
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Anglo-Indian Bangles

Materials

Coral, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

4.5ct Diamond Akoya Pearl "Mad Heart" Pendant in Platinum on 14K Omega Chain
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
a brooch, sans pearls. We converted it to a pendant and capped the ends with a pair of baroque
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Late 20th Century North American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gol...

Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Multiple Ring Bangle Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection 18k yellow gold bracelet consisting in 204 gold rings bound with a
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2010s Italian Modern Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1737 Danish Floral Bowl solid Silver / 135 gr
Located in SE
made in Copenhagen of solid 925 Silver. Worn maker's hallmarks. No Gold wash. Hand - engraved with
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Antique 1730s Danish Baroque Silver Bowls

Materials

Sterling Silver

Edwardian Ruby and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in London, GB
the centre and a charming baroque pearl hanging below. The piece is finished with a pair of matching
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Early 20th Century Edwardian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Platinum

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Sapphire Jade Dragon Bangle Set In 18K Gold Silver
Located in New York, NY
made a this special ring for traveling collection called “Orient” The collection is set in 18K Gold
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Late 20th Century Thai Baroque Bangles

Materials

Jade, Sapphire, Silver, 18k Gold

1676 Friedrich von Arenstorff Intaglio Fob wax Seal Rock Crystal Silver
Located in SE
top edge on the sides and three from the bottom edge of the shield. On the helmet arises a gold
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Antique 1670s Danish Baroque Vanity Items

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Silver

1910s Antique Brooch Pin 0.3ctw Daimond 18K Gold Platinum / 3.4 gr
Located in SE
period customs hallmark confirming 18K Gold alloy. All parts including the nail and lock parts made in
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Vintage 1910s European Baroque Revival Brooches

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Jade Sapphire Dragon Bangle Set In 18K Gold Silver
Located in New York, NY
color Sapphires and Baroque white south sea natural pearls. The price points are fantastic Comes with a
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20th Century Thai Baroque Bangles

Materials

Jade, Sapphire, Yellow Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapp...

Antique Victorian 18k Gold Carved White Pink Shell Cameo Brooch w/ Diamond Frame
Located in Montclair, NJ
solid white gold, with additional diamonds and pearls gently dangling from each corner, adding a very
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Antique 1890s Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Capri” Natural Ruby, Sapphire Blue Opal Bangle Set In 18k Gold&Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Shape Red Rubies - 7 Carats Natural Blue Australian Opals - 5 Carats South Sea White Baroque Pearl
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Artisan Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Opal, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Silver

Herco Italian 14k Gold Necklace Woven Design
By Herco
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
remains iconic, influencing gold bracelets, rings and earrings. Italian Makers Italy is home to many
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1990s Italian Rope Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Orient” South Sea Pear, Ruby Sapphire Bangle Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” South Sea Pearl, Ruby & Multi Sapphire Bangle Set In 18K Gold & Silver Black
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Bangles

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sap...

Vintage Italian Bracelet 18k Gold Marquise Shape Link
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
the anchor chain style. Bulgari’s Tubogas design remains iconic, influencing gold bracelets, rings and
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Vintage 1970s Italian Link Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Orient” Multi Natural Sapphire Fancy Candy Gem Butterfly Brooch or Ring
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
, Fancy color Sapphires and Baroque white south sea natural pearls. The price points are fantastic
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Blue Sapphire, Tsavorite, Sapphire, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

ELIZABETH GAGE Spirals Sculptural Naive Clips-On Earrings Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Elizabeth Gage
Located in Miami, FL
chooses for their individual beauty; exquisite stones, ancient bronzes, beautiful carvings, baroque pearls
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21st Century and Contemporary English Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Alex Jona Horseshoe 18 karat White Gold Sliding Pendant Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 carat white gold horseshoe pendant, sliding
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2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Alex Jona Horseshoe 18 Karat Yellow Gold Sliding Pendant Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 carat yellow gold horseshoe pendant
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2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona 18 Karat Rose Gold Horseshoe Sliding Pendant Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 carat rose gold horseshoe pendant, sliding
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Alex Jona Lavender Jadeite Jade Mother of White Diamond 18 Karat Gold Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
of alternating mother-of-pearl & lavender jade rings, linked by 18 karat white gold elements set with
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2010s Italian Link Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Alex Jona White Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Flexible Choker Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold diamond flexible choker
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2010s Italian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Alex Jona White Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Sliding Horseshoe Pendant Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 carat white gold horseshoe sliding pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Elizabeth Gage England Sculptural Clip On Earrings In Textured 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Elizabeth Gage
Located in Miami, FL
, beautiful carvings, baroque pearls, in fact anything where the shape and colour inspire her. Collateral
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1990s English Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ippolita 18k Gold Necklace with Gemstones Inlay Pendant Estate Jewelry
By Ippolita
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
. Each element features malachite, black onyx and mother-of-pearl inlaid in yellow gold to create a
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Early 2000s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Malachite, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Baroque Pearl And Gold Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact baroque pearl and gold ring you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. You can easily find a 22 antique edition and 23 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect baroque pearl and gold ring may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a baroque pearl and gold ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Chanel, Vicki Orr and Yoko London are consistently popular. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and mixed cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a baroque pearl and gold ring, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Baroque Pearl And Gold Ring?

The price for a baroque pearl and gold ring starts at $995 and tops out at $28,500 with these rings, on average, selling for $4,428.

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.