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Blue Flash Moonstone and Diamond Drop Earrings in Hand Engraved White Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Once in a Blue Moon! Very fine quality moonstone cabochons are featured in these beautiful earrings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold

Turquoise Gold Ring with Moonstones Forest Fairy Seafoam Green Natural Gemstones
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
14K white gold ring with natural Turquoise and Moonstones turquoise origin - Armenia moonstones
Category

2010s French Art Nouveau Fashion Rings

Materials

Turquoise, Moonstone, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

ANGELA CUMMINGS 1989 Modernist Clips On Earrings In 18Kt Gold With Moonstones
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
calibrated round cabochon cuts of natural moonstones with a total weight of about 3.60 carats. Birthstone
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Sunita Nahata Moonstone 17.60ct. Earrings in 18KRG with Pearls Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
a suite of dangling multicolor moonstone briolette cabochons. These dangling moonstones makes anyone
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Moonstone, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Spinel Tourmaline Moonstone Earrings 18 kt White Gold rare electric pink Color
Located in Viena, Viena
ct combined with very clear top quality pink tourmaline cabochons total approx. 7.61 ct and white
Category

2010s European Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Spinel, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, White Gold

Arts and Crafts Multi-Stone Ring of Amethyst Peridot Tourmaline Moonstone
Located in Baltimore, MD
ornamental gold balls arrayed between semi precious gemstones; peridot, moonstone, amethysts, pink tourmaline
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Antique Early 1900s British Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Moonstone, Peridot, Tourmaline, Gold, 14k Gold

Victorian Moonstone Ruby Necklace Antique 14 Karat Gold Museum Quality Necklace
Located in New York, NY
most gorgeous moonstone gems in pear shape, oval and round cabochons. The moonstones are exquisite
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold

Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Emerald Moonstone Bangle Set In 18K Gold Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Ruby, Emerald & Moonstone Bangle Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Red Ruby Cabochon
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Bangles

Materials

Emerald, Moonstone, Ruby, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Moonstone and Blue Spinel Drop Earrings in White Gold, 23.47 Carats Total
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
and spinel drop earrings. The large moonstone cabochons have translucent white body color with lovely
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Spinel, Multi-gemstone, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Long Moonstone Ruby Gold Earrings Natural Gemstones White Lotus gift wedding art
Located in Berlin, DE
(Ceylon) rubies origin - Thailand moonstone measurements cabochon - 0.2 x 0.24 x 0.24 in / 5 х 6 х 6 mm
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2010s German Aesthetic Movement Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

18k White Gold 5.02ctw Cushion Blue Moonstone w/ Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Moonstone - Cushion Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Blue Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

"Thania" Peach Moonstone Blue Tourmaline Dangle Earrings in 18 Karat Gold
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
and watching gladiators beat the crap out of each other. The moonstones are peach but with flecks
Category

2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

23.77 Carat Cats-Eye Moonstone Multi-Colored Gemstone 18k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
contemporary, with a harmonious blend of colors and textures. Encircling the moonstone are cabochon-cut star
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Chrysoberyl, Moonstone, Star Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Steven Battelle 3.9 Carats Rainbow Moonstone 22K Gold Post Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two opposing pear shaped rainbow moonstone cabochons of 6 x 9 mm and 4 x 6 mm are surrounded by
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21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 22k Gold

Ring in White Gold with 1 Moonstone Cushion Shape and Diamonds.
By Thomas Leyser
Located in Idar-Oberstein, DE
and diamonds. This ring in 18k white gold is set with 1x fine Moonstone in free antique shape
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, White Gold

8.71 CTTW Cats Eye Moonstone And Diamond Drop Earrings in 18K Rose Gold
By New York Jewelers Chicago
Located in Chicago, IL
moonstones totaling 5.84 carats, each possessing a unique and mesmerizing shimmer. Surrounding these
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Rose Gold

5.44ct Moonstone and 0.63ct Montana Sapphire pendant in 18K white gold.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18K white gold pendant, featuring a 5.44ct rainbow moonstone, paired with a 0.63ct Montana sapphire
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Art Deco Ring Emerald Moonstone Diamond Sz 10 Fine Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
in 900 platinum. Cabochon cut emerald measures 6.5mm and one moonstone measures 7mm. Old European
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Moonstone, Platinum

Brooch Rossella Ugolini 18K Yellow Gold Moonstone White Diamonds Pin Unisex
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
and round cut Moonstone. Dimensions: 0.79 in. (2 cm) x 0.79 in. (2 cm). These 18K Yellow Gold Pin
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2010s Italian Modern Brooches

Materials

Moonstone, Black Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k...

Round White Moonstone Blue Sapphire Halo Set Vintage Style 14K White Gold Ring
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
A shimmering moonstone is orbited by twenty smaller blue sapphire in this very lovely and wearable
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

New Custom 14k White Gold High Quality 4.41ctw Moonstone Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Moonstone- Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Blue Color- 10.9x8.7mm
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

New Custom 14k White Gold 4.31ctw Elongated Oval Moonstone Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Moonstone- Elongated Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Blue Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco 5.54ctw Blue Moonstone Diamond Sapphire Platinum Dinner Ring, C. 1920
Located in New York, NY
1920s Antique Dazzling Art Deco 5.54ctw Blue Moonstone Diamond Sapphire Platinum Dinner Ring The
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Sapphire, Platinum

Steven Battelle 2.4 Carats Rainbow Moonstone 22K Gold Post Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two shimmering 6 x 9 mm pear shaped rainbow moonstone cabochons are surrounded by rich and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Rainbow Moonstone, Moonstone, 22k Gold

Eighteen Karat Yellow Gold Drop Pendant Necklace with Moonstone by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
moonstone. The gem drop is designed to allow light to pass through, giving it a radiant appearance. The
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21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold...

2.73 Carat Blue Flash Moonstone and Diamond Handcrafted Ring in 18k Yellow Gold
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
cabochon set in 18k yellow gold with stunning hand engraved details. The moonstone is cushion shaped with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary North American Artisan Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Steven Battelle 11.3 Carats Rainbow Moonstone 18K Gold Wire Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two 8 x 16 mm marquis shaped rainbow moonstone cabochons are held in simple twist wire accented 18K
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Ring Moonstone Emerald Vintage 9k Rose Gold Sz 6.25 Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
karat rose gold. Two cabochon cut pieces of moonstone measure 2.5mm and four cabochon cut emeralds
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Moonstone, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

White Gold Fig Garden Drop Pendant Necklace with Moonstone by the Artist
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
moonstone. The gem drop is designed to allow light to pass through, giving it a radiant appearance. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Topaz, Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold...

9.00 Carat Glowing Moonstone Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1 oval cabochon clear white moonstone, VS approx. 9.00cts Size 6 and sizable 14k yellow gold 4.7
Category

Early 20th Century More Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage GIA 16.50ctw Cat s-Eye Moonstone Diamond Cultured Pearl 4 Strands 14KWG
Located in New York, NY
Multi-Strand Vintage Japanese Akoya Cultured Pearl Bracelet GIA 16.50ctw Cat's-Eye Moonstone
Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Moonstone, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Dubini Diocletian Ancient Bronze Coin Medallion Topaz Moonstone 18 Gold Necklace
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
minted circa 295-299 A.D. set in 18K yellow gold with bullet blue topaz and moonstone cabochons. Coin Ø
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Roman Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold, Bronze

Cat s-Eye Platinum Moonstone Yellow Gold Swivel Ring, Denise Betesh 2023
By Denise Betesh
Located in Dallas, TX
magnificent natural 5.27 carat platinum cat's-eye moonstone sugarloaf cabochon bezel-set in the artist's
Category

2010s American Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Cat’s Eye, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

NEW Custom Made 14k Yellow Gold Round Blue Moonstone Diamond Halo Stud Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (2) Natural Genuine Moonstone - Round Cabochon - Prong Set - White Color w/ Blue Sheen
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Moonstone Diamond Platinum Vintage Beaded Multi Strand Necklace
Located in Philadelphia, PA
with cut and age Completed by a fancy marquise shaped clasp centering a moonstone cabochon Measuring
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone

18K Yellow Gold Platinum 53.66 Carat Cat s Eye Pink Moonstone Cocktail Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
- Genuine Cabochon Cat's Eye Pink Moonstone 53.66 Carats, Heart Shape Colombian Emerald 0.43 Carats, 4
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Temple St Clair Pendant In 22Kt Yellow Gold With Oval Citrines and Moonstone
By Temple St. Clair
Located in Miami, FL
cabochon cut of 3 mm carved from natural translucent moonstone with a weight of 0.20 carats. Birthstone
Category

1990s Italian Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Moonstone, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tanzanite and Moonstone Oxidized Sterling Silver necklace 17 inches
Located in Oslo, 03
luminous halo of 6 mm cabochon-cut rainbow moonstones. An additional 5 x 8 mm oval moonstone crowns the top
Category

2010s Indian Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Moonstone, Sterling Silver

18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Clip-On Earrings with Diamonds and Moonstones
By Polya Medvedeva Jewellery
Located in Berlin, DE
earrings are encrusted with 10 top natural diamonds VS, F-G and removable natural moonstones (13 mm), which
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

3 Stone Moonstone Victorian Ring c1899 Fine Antique Jewelry 9k Rose Gold Sz 5.75
Located in Torrance, CA
. Cabochon cut moonstones measure 5mm (estimated at 1 carat each - 3 carats total estimated weight). The
Category

Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Dubini Alexander the Great Ancient Silver Coin Medallion Moonstone Gold Necklace
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
-323 B.C set in 18K yellow gold with bullet moonstone cabochons. Depicted on the coin: Alexander with
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Yellow Gold

Steven Battelle 2.9 Carats Fire Opal Emerald Rainbow Moonstone 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
cabochons of a deeper shape of fire opal and shimmering blue rainbow moonstones are arranged together with
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Emerald, Fire Opal, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold

Dubini Ancient Roman Nero Bronze Coin 18 Karat Yellow Gold Moonstone Necklace
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
Nero minted circa 54-68 A.D. set in 18K yellow gold with moonstone bullet cabochon on a twisted rope
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Roman Choker Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Bronze

Hemmerle Munich Band Ring In 18Kt White Gold With 5 Moonstones Gems
By Hemmerle
Located in Miami, FL
rectangular cabochon cut of natural gem quality moonstones with an approximate of 8.25 carats. Birthstone
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1990s German Modernist Band Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Dubini King of Persia Ancient Silver Coin Rhodolite Moonstone 18K Gold Necklace
By DUBINI
Located in London, GB
circa 1-2 century A.D. set in 18K yellow gold with rhodolite garnet and moonstone bullet cabochons
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Classical Roman Chain Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Moonstone, Rhodolite, 18k Gold, Silver

Alex Jona Burmese Moonstone 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
48.97 carats of Burmese moonstone cabochon drops. Total length: 18.11in.- 45cm. Alex Jona jewels
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2010s Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14KT and 18Kt rose Gold with Tourmaline MoonStone White Diamonds Modern Earrings
Located in GALLARATE, IT
modern production methods diamonds cts 0.12 Peach Moonstone oval cabochon cut size 11x13 mm Pink
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Moonstone, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Retro two Color Gold Tourmaline Moonstone Pendant Brooch
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
trio pf emerald cut green tourmalines and anchored in the center with a moonstone cabochon, the
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Vintage 1940s Brooches

Materials

Moonstone, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

2.60ct Oval Moonstone Charm Pendant Necklace with Diamonds, 24kt Gold and Silver
Located in Bozeman, MT
Oval Moonstone Charm Pendant Necklace with Diamonds, 24kt Gold and Silver by Prehistoric Works of
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2010s Turkish Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Victorian Snake Globe Ring Turquoise Moonstone Gold Antique
Located in New York, NY
A rare and wonderful antique Victorian Turquoise Moonstone Snake Ring. The snake is depicted
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Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold

Sunita Nahata Mix color Moonstone 109ct. Necklace in 18KRG with Pearl Diamond
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
a suite of dangling multicolor moonstone briolette cabochons. These dangling moonstones makes anyone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Moonstone, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Steven Battelle 2.4 Carats Rainbow Moonstone Oxidized Silver 18K Gold Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two 6 x8 mm pear shaped rainbow moonstone cabochons surrounded by line texture 18K wide gold bezels
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Rainbow Moonstone, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Man in the Moon Moonstone Diamond Bracelet 14k Gold Celestial
Located in Torrance, CA
moonstone 'Man in the Moon' face is cabochon cut in a medium dome, allowing light to illuminate the
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Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Moonstone, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Art Nouveau Moonstone and Diamond Dragonfly Motif Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
cabochon at its center. The oval shaped moonstone is prong set and displays gorgeous pale blue color with
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Antique Early 1900s Art Nouveau Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, 14k Gold

18K Yellow Gold Black and White Moonstone Drop Earrings
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
earrings. An oval cabochon of black moonstone, emitting subtle undertones in the light, is held by gold
Category

2010s American Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Steven Battelle Sikhote-Alin Meteorite Rainbow Moonstone 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
carat 6 mm cabochon blue sheen rainbow moonstone surrounded by a matte-finish 18K hammered bezel in this
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold

Victorian Moonstone Ruby Diamond and Enameled 14K Gold Ring
Located in Venice, CA
blue enamel. The centerpiece of the ring is a large moonstone cabochon with a high dome. The moonstone
Category

Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Ruby, 14k Gold, Enamel

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Cabochon Moonstone For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact cabochon moonstone you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 220 vintage or 301 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a cabochon moonstone may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but 1 Carat and 1.5 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. Finding an appealing cabochon moonstone — no matter the origin — is easy, but Mark Henry, Sarosi By Timeless Gems and Emma Chapman each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A cabochon version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and oval cut versions for sale. When shopping for a cabochon moonstone, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Cabochon Moonstone?

On average, a cabochon moonstone at 1stDibs sells for $3,100, while they’re typically $159 on the low end and $103,172 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.