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Amethyst Turquoise Tourmaline Chalcedony Chrysoprase Yellow Gold Drop Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Chalcedony. This Necklace has 2.50 Carats (Circa) of Chrysoprase. This Necklace has 6.00 Carats (Circa) of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Chalcedony, Chrysophrase, Citrine, Labradorite, Tourmaline, Tu...

Meghna Jewels Claw Half Moon Green Chalcedony Diamond Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These distinctive stud earrings are modern twist to fine jewelry, handcrafted in 14K gold, sterling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Chalcedony, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Green Chalcedony Ring Amethyst Rhodolite Chrome Diopside Kyanite 26 Carats
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Green Chalcedony
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Chalcedony, Rhodolite, Kyanite, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate,...

Blue Chalcedony Ring Amethyst Rhodolite Chrome Diopside Kyanite 26 Carats
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Blue Chalcedony
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Chalcedony, Rhodolite, Kyanite, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate,...

Blue Chalcedony Ring Amethyst Rhodolite Chrome Diopside Kyanite 26 Carats
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Blue Chalcedony
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Chalcedony, Rhodolite, Kyanite, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate,...

Green Chalcedony Ring Amethyst Rhodolite Chrome Diopside Kyanite 26 Carats
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Green Chalcedony
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Chalcedony, Rhodolite, Kyanite, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate,...

White Gold Small Cushion Ring with Cabochon Chalcedony and Diamonds
By Christina Addison
Located in New York, NY
18kt white gold small cushion ring with cabochon chalcedony and 4 diamonds. Sized to order.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Green Chalcedony Ring Amethyst Rhodolite Chrome Diopside Kyanite 26 Carats
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
It comes with the Gemological Appraisal by GIA GG/AJP All gemstones are natural Green Chalcedony
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Chalcedony, Rhodolite, Kyanite, Rhodium, Silver, Silver Plate,...

Green Chalcedony Diamond Meghna Jewels Marquise Triple Drop Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These beautiful triple drop earrings are cast in 18K gold and sterling silver. It is hand set in 11.73 carat green onyx and 1.54 carat of sparkling diamonds, french hook closures. Fr...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Chalcedony, Onyx, Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Chalcedony Amethyst 9 Karat White Gold Dangle Earrings Handcrafted in Italy
By Botta gioielli
Located in Milano, IT
Beautiful dangle earrings with natural faceted chalcedony and faceted amethyst handcrafted in Italy
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Chalcedony, 9k Gold, White Gold

1960 s Coral Chalcedony 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Anchor Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
orange to white in color Arch shaped and each measuring 2.5 x 11.0 mm Accented by bezel set chalcedony
Category

Vintage 1960s Engagement Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

24.47 Carat Medallion Cabochon Chalcedony Ring Pink Sapphire and Tsavorite Halo
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Introducing the epitome of elegance and sophistication - the mesmerizing Chalcedony Halo Ring
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, Pink Sapphire, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, White Gold

20th Century Cabochon Chalcedony Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
important cabochon of chalcedony retained with 4x2 claws. This one is surmounted on both sides by a rose-cut
Category

Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Amethyst Chalcedony Rose Quartz 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat yellow gold, Amethyst, Chalcedony and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Chalcedony, Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Striped Madagascar Chalcedony Drop Earrings Natural Black Diamond with Pave
By H H Jewels
Located in Miami, FL
Striped Madagascar Chalcedony Drop Earrings Natural Black Diamond with Pave These elegant
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2010s American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold

Cartier Patiala Hematite Beads with Carved Green Chalcedony Leaves Bracelet YG
By Cartier
Located in San Diego, CA
Cartier Vintage circa 1990 Patiala Hematite Beads with Chalcedony Carved Leaves Style: Beaded
Category

1990s Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Chalcedony, Hematite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Faceted Chalcedony and 14k Yellow Gold Beaded Necklace, 19 Inches Long
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This eye-catching gemstone necklace features a beautiful collection of faceted chalcedony beads
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Chalcedony, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

3.92 carats, Emerald Sugarloaf, Chalcedony, Black Onyx Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, one of a kind. Emerald, Chalcedony & Black Onyx Cocktail Ring set in
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, Emerald, Diamond, Chalcedony, 18k Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Blue Agate Chalcedony Sapphire Malachite Lapis Beaded Bracelet
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
7" length total 8-10 mm smooth round chalcedony, agate beads 14k solid gold, enamel, 925 sterling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

Agate, Chalcedony, Malachite, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Sunita Nahata Blue Chalcedony 3.60ct. Pendant in 14KWG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Discover the elegance of our Blue Chalcedony Pendant from the Sunita Nahata Collection. Perfect for
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Piramid Cabochon Blue Chalcedony Ring in 18k White Gold ring
By Pradera Irama
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
reference in Spain, with a rich track record being official distributers of prime European jewelry brands
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold

One of a Kind Blue Buddha Chalcedony Ring by Zoltan David
By Zoltan David
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
One of a Kind Blue Buddha Chalcedony Ring by Zoltan David is a masterpiece of unique design and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, 24k Gold, Platinum, Bronze

Victorian 1860 Green Chalcedony 18K Gold Antique Heraldry Intaglio Signet Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering an inverted chalcedony cabochon measuring 16.0 mm round Translucent pastel green and
Category

Antique 1860s Signet Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pink Quartz Diamond Chalcedony White 14k Gold Lever-Back Earrings for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
White Gold 14K Earrings Diamond 42-0,23 ct Pink Quartz 2-3 ct Chalcedony 4-6 ct Weight 10,02
Category

2010s Swiss Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Chalcedony, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold

10mm Chalcedony and Moonstone Bead Necklace with Yellow Gold Accents
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pretty necklace pairs lovely, translucent 10mm blue chalcedony beads with adularescent blue
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Chalcedony, Moonstone, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow ...

14k gold earrings with chalcedony and single cut diamond total 0.34ct 5.5 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14K white gold earrings set with green chalcedony and single cut diamond total 0.34 carat - F/G
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, 14k Gold

AGL Certified Unheated Burmese Blue Sapphire Diamond Chalcedony Drop Earrings
Located in Denver, CO
throughout. The sparkling gem-encrusted flowers are surrounded by a halo of carved Chalcedony. Each earring
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Gianni Lazzaro Chalcedony Rose Sapphire Tourmaline Diamonds White Gold Earrings
By Gianni Lazzaro
Located in Genève, GE
ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand, which creates modern
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Huge Chalcedony Moonstone Ring Sz 8 Nicky Butler Limited Edition
By Nicky Butler
Located in Webster, SD
edition #32 of 2000. This ring features a stunning 10x20mm green chalcedony accented by 2 round 7mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Artisan Fashion Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, Citrine, Moonstone, Quartz, Sterling Silver

Luca Carati Chalcedony Gemstone Diamond Ring 18K Yellow Gold 1.25Cttw Size 7.5
By Luca Carati
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful cocktail ring features a large natural pear shape Chalcedony in 18k yellow gold
Category

2010s Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, Yellow Gold

Sunita Nahata Chalcedony Sapphire 7.15ct. Earrings in 18KWG with Diamond.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Discover the elegance of our Blue Chalcedony Earrings from the Sunita Nahata Collection. Perfect
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Chalcedony, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Contemporary Chrysocolla-In-Chalcedony Emerald and 14k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Towson, MD
-chalcedony, often referred to as blue chalcedony, measuring approximately 12 x 10mm. The bold centerpiece is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, Emerald, Chrysocolla, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Chalcedony Diamond Heart Halo Ring - 14k Checkerboard Cab 11.57ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Information Natural Chalcedony Carat(s): 11.33ct Cut: Checkerboard Heart Cabochon Color: Light Purple
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1.10 Carat Diamond Blue Chalcedony Sapphire White Gold Bead Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Translucent natural blue chalcedony bead necklace with genuine blue sapphire rondels spacers and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

The Poet s Garden Green Chalcedony Beads and Gold Necklace - by Bombyx House
Located in Westport, CT
.  • 36" Total Length, + 2.5" Extension • Chalcedony Beads 10mm, Semi-precious stone, From Malaysia
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2010s American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Chalcedony, Gold Plate, Vermeil, Gold

Stunning Cushion-cut Prasiolite and Carved Chalcedony Flower Drop Earrings
By Bijoux Num
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Bijoux Num's Cushion-cut Prasiolite and Carved Chalcedony Flower Drop Earrings This gorgeous pair
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2010s American Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Chalcedony, 18k Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

Natural Agate Chalcedony Horse Face Carving Loose Gemstone for Pendant Brooch
By Vaibhav Dhadda
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Stylish natural agate chalcedony horse face carving loose gemstone for pendant brooch. The agate
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Loose Gemstones

Materials

Agate, Chalcedony

Vintage Balestra Negligee Necklace natural 24ct. Blue Chalcedony 18K Gold 40cm
Located in SE
(Symbol) Composition : 3 Natural blue Chalcedony stones in solid 18K Yellow Gold bezels suspended from an
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Vintage 1960s European Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Chalcedony, 18k Gold

Natural Chalcedony Stone with Amethyst Cocktail Ring 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
, natural Chalcedony gemstone with a halo of 12 round cut Amethyst gemstones. Top of the ring measurements
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1990s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Chalcedony, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Lavender Chalcedony, Pink Tourmaline, Rhodolite Garnet and Peridot Cocktail Ring
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A large, 13.56 carat lavender chalcedony cabochon is featured in this one-of-a-kind cocktail ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, Garnet, Peridot, Tourmaline, Multi-gemstone, Rhodolite, Gold...

Handcraft Chalcedony 18 Karat White Gold Onyx Diamonds Drop Earrings
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
chalcedony, onyx and diamonds Earrings total weight 15.80 grams Diamonds weight 0.34 karat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Chalcedony, 18k Gold, White Gold

Designer Diamond Sapphire Chalcedony White 18 Karat Gold Small Hoop Earrings
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Earrings White Gold 18 K Diamond 8 RND -0,19ct Sapphire 10-0,42ct Chalcedony 12-2,65ct Weight
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Chalcedony, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Sea Green Chalcedony Sugarloaf Pendant Necklace with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
Created in 18 karat yellow gold Sea Green Chalcedony 5.50 carats approx. Diamonds 0.02 carat approx
Category

2010s North American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Chalcedony, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Paloma Picasso Orange Chalcedony Sugar Stack Loaf 18k Gold Ring5.5
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Tiffany Co. Paloma Picasso Orange Chalcedony Sugar Stack 18k Yellow Gold Ring
Category

20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Agate, Chalcedony, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Yurman Cabochon Chalcedony Albion Earrings – Sterling Silver 14K Gold
By David Yurman
Located in North Miami, FL
David Yurman Cabochon Chalcedony Albion Earrings – Sterling Silver & 14K Gold, Clip-Back These
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Chalcedony, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Estate 18K Triangle Cabochon Chalcedony Diamond Huggie Omega Back Earrings
Located in Winter Springs, FL
luscious cabochon chalcedony in a soft lavender hue. Each stone is framed by a glittering halo of finely
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Earrings with chalcedony and single cut diamonds up to0.45ct 14k gold 6.0 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k pink gold earrings set with chalcedony and single cut diamonds. 0.45ct - G/H - VS/SI detailed
Category

2010s Dutch Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, 14k Gold

Blue Violet Chalcedony Diamond Halo 14K White Gold Statement Huggie Ring
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
, rectangular blue chalcedony, framed by a delicate halo of sparkling diamonds. The stone's soft hue is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Oak and acorns ring hand carved agate chalcedony gift LOTR style statement ring
Located in Berlin, DE
weighs 9.13 grams. The grey chalcedony’s subtle translucency gives the piece an ethereal glow, while the
Category

2010s German Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, Agate

White Gold Chalcedony Diamond Halo Drop Earrings 18k .65ctw Quatrefoil Pierced
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Chalcedony Color: Blue Natural Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Michael Kneebone Blue Chalcedony White Diamond Archaic Style Ring
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Blue chalcedony is featured in this classic archaic style ring. The 10 x 10 mm cabochon is a rich
Category

2010s American Contemporary Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Yellow Gold Green Chalcedony Diamond Halo Dangle Earrings - 14k Pear .47ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Green Chalcedony Cut: Pear Natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

9k Yellow Gold Round Colorful Green Chalcedony, Ruby and Glass Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
green chalcedony stones, prong and bezel set, and pear shaped multi colored glass and ruby, also bezel
Category

20th Century Thai Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, Ruby, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Onyx Tigers Eye Chalcedony and Rock Crystal Scarab Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
, chalcedony, and rock crystal, each stone chosen for its distinct color and texture. The contrasting materials
Category

20th Century Link Bracelets

Materials

Chalcedony, Onyx, Rock Crystal, Tiger s Eye, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chalcedony Dangle Earrings With Diamonds Made In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:2.634g,D:0.42ct, Chal:25.37ct,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Necklace and pendant with chalcedony nd single cut diamonds 14k rose gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
14k rose gold necklace with pendant set with green chalcedony and single cut diamond up to 0.22ct
Category

2010s Dutch Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Chalcedony Cuff with Opal Center, Tanzanite Halo, and Diamonds in 18K Gold
Located in Westport, CT
and bold femininity. Crafted in glowing chalcedony, the Flora cuff features an iridescent opal center
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, Opal, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

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Chalcedony Jewellery For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact chalcedony jewellery you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 720 antique edition and 952 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a chalcedony jewellery from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. Creating a chalcedony jewellery has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Van Cleef Arpels, Cartier and Goshwara are consistently popular. 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. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a chalcedony jewellery, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Chalcedony Jewellery?

The price for a chalcedony jewellery starts at $85 and tops out at $360,000 with these earrings, on average, selling for $3,377.

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.