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Na Hoku Coral Link Bracelet 6 3/4" - Yellow Gold 14k Oval Cab Plumeria Flowers
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Na Hoku Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Coral Cut: Oval Cabochon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

27.90 Carat Red Coral and Diamond Vintage Gold Ring Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely detailed Cabochon Red Coral and Diamond Gold Cocktail Ring. Centering a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Mediterranean Red Coral White Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Brilliant Cut Diamonds. This Ring has a 13.00 Carats Mediterranean (Sardinia, Italy) Cabochon Cut Red Coral
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Ring Coral Rose Cut Diamond 14 Karat Yellow Gold Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage coral ring (circa 1880s to 1900s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Cabochon cut
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Oval Coral and Diamond Cocktail Ring 9.72 Carats Total 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
oval cabochon natural coral stone, multi-prong set in a vertical layout. Surrounding the coral stone is
Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Coral, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Ring with coral and brilliant cut diamonds up to 3.60ct 8.2 grams 14k white gold
Located in The Hague, ZH
cm oval cabochon cut coral color: red clarity: … Gemstones are often treated to enhance color or
Category

1990s Dutch Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Emerald Sapphire Coral Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
) Mediterranean (Sardinia, Italy) Red Cabochon Cut Coral. Size ITA: 16 USA: 7 1/2 This Ring has also its
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow ...

Cartier Les Delices De Goa Diamond Amethyst Coral Bead Yellow Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
features a cluster of 4 amethyst beads and 3 rose coral beads accented with a solitaire bezel-set brilliant
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Style White Diamond Emerald Ruby Red Coral Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Rubies. This Ring has a 5.00 Carats (1.00g circa) Mediterranean (Sardinia, Italy) Red Cabochon Cut Coral
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Ster...

Art Deco Style White Diamond Blue Sapphire Red Coral Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Mediterranean (Sardinia, Italy) Cabochon Cut Red Coral. Size ITA: 15 USA: 7 1/4 We're a workshop so every
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow...

David Webb Platinum and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Coral and Diamond 1970s Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
cabochon coral set in yellow gold mounting studded with round brilliant cut diamonds. David Webb maker's
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20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

MAUBOUSSIN Paris 1970 Coral Cocktail Ring In 18Kt Gold With 4.20 Ctw In Diamonds
By Mauboussin
Located in Miami, FL
gorgeous cabochon of coral which is surrounded by sixty white colorless diamonds. Coral: Mounted in the
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Vintage 1970s French Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Coral and Black Jade Statement Ring with Diamond Halo in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
bottom portion of the ring white an oval cabochon coral stone is surrounded by a glittering diamond halo
Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Black Jade, Diamond, Coral, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

14k Gold Textured Coral Reef Motif Ring with Mexican Fire Opal Mother of Pearl
Located in Miami, FL
Magnificence in opals, this ring boasts 3 fiery orange tone cabochon cut Mexican opals and a
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1990s American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gianfranco Ferre Vintage Gold Metal Oval Cabochon Clip On Earrings
By Gianfranco Ferré
Located in Rome, Rome
resin coral-colored cabochon. Surrounding the bold gem, a delicate halo of rhinestones adds a touch of
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Clip-on Earrings

Vintage Ciner hemisphere coral bead clip-on earrings, 1980s
By Ciner
Located in New York, NY
Vintage hemisphere clip-on earrings in gold tone setting by Ciner. Decorated with coral matte
Category

Vintage 1980s American Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

KJL Kenneth Jay Lane Cabochon Crystal and Black Enamel Salamander in Gold
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
with coral-colored cabochons and sparkling clear and red crystals. Set on vibrant 22KT gold plated
Category

1990s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Crystal, 22k Gold, Gold Plate

Vintage Gold Tone Jade Mother Of Pearl Lily Brooch
Located in Flushing, NY
Vintage Gold Tone Jade Mother Of Pearl Lily Brooch Approximate Dimensions: 10.3 cm (Length) 11 cm (Width) 35.5 grams in weight. ** All dimensions listed above are approximations ...
Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Coral, Jade, Gold

Van Cleef Arpels "Delphe" Convertible Sautoir
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in New York, NY
. The jewel is composed of 18K gold highly textured links is set at intervals with cabochon coral and
Category

Mid-20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Chrysophrase, Coral, 18k Gold

Antique Etruscan Revival Silver Multi-Gemstone Charm Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
are further embellished with cabochon-set stones, including deep blue lapis, vivid green agate, and
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Antique 19th Century Etruscan Revival Charm Bracelets

Materials

Agate, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Silver

Native American Silver V Cuff Bracelet With Dangle #19878
By Navajo
Located in Washington Depot, CT
stamped accent cuff bracelet features a dangle with mother of pearl and coral in sawtooth bezel settings
Category

20th Century Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Pearl, Silver, Sterling Silver

Natural Amethyst Garnet Simple Hanging / Dangling Earring in 14 Kt Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
earrings which has Amethyst cabochon on one side and Garnet cabochon on the other side . length 2 inch
Category

2010s Dangle Earrings

Materials

Coral, Amethyst, Garnet, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Circular Tri-Color Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bold and Iconic Bulgari 18K yellow gold sapphire, coral, and agate earring. This authentic
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20th Century Italian Stud Earrings

Materials

Agate, Coral, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Antique Etruscan Style Silver Bracelet, 4 Charms Mounted with Assorted Stones
Located in valatie, NY
Antique Etruscan Style Silver Filigreed Link Bracelet With 4 Charms. The charms are each mounted with assorted stones. Late 19th c with thread cannetille wire work double strand link...
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Charm Bracelets

Materials

Agate, Coral, Quartz, Silver

Prismé Necklace in 18K Gold with Black Onyx and Pavé Diamonds
By Sundar Jewelry
Located in Kuwait, KW
combination of stone and gold color. Available options include black onyx, green malachite, red coral, or
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21st Century and Contemporary Kuwaiti Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Malachite, Onyx

Handmade, one of a kind, statement, ethnic necklace from Lorraine’s Bijoux.
By Lorraines Bijoux
Located in Pittsburgh, PA
from Afghanistan. This pendant has an inlaid coral stone and pieces of glass set into it.The beads
Category

Mid-20th Century Afghan Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Brass

Sterling Silver Belt Buckle Native American Helen Lincoln Zunie Wagon
Located in Wallkill, NY
Just stunning. The amount of work that went into this masterpiece is amazing. Covered wagon with movable wheels. Silversmiths, Helen and Lincoln Zunie are masters in their craft and ...
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Vintage 1970s American More Jewelry

Materials

Coral, Onyx, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Native American Ray Tracey Knifewing Sterling Silver Inlay Earrings #18608
Located in Washington Depot, CT
earrings feature an inlay design of what appears to be coral and onyx. Weighs approx 9.4g, 6.0dwt
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20th Century Native American Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, Onyx, Sterling Silver

Native American ATB Sterling Silver Stone Inlay Belt Buckle Conchos #23616
Located in Washington Depot, CT
mosaics. Stones appear to be lapis lazuli, coral and mother of pearl. Loops for belt appear to be made of
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20th Century Native American Vanity Items

Materials

Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Sterling Silver

Native American Becenti Sterling Silver Inlay Storyteller Buckle Conchos 23619
Located in Washington Depot, CT
. Stones appear to be turquoise, coral, onyx and mother of pearl. Weighs approx 387g, 249dwt total Both
Category

20th Century Native American Vanity Items

Materials

Coral, Onyx, Pearl, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Garden Paradise Arts and Crafts Necklace by Alice Scott, circa 1910
Located in London, GB
, Silver Jewelry Designs, , 1996, illustrated p.68 Additional Information: Material: Silver Stone: Coral
Category

20th Century European Arts and Crafts Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Silver

French Art Deco 1930 Geometric Bracelet Bangle In Solid Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
six oval cabochon cuts of natural red coral and fitted with a fixed security pin lock. Weight: 124.60
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Bangles

Materials

Coral, Silver, Sterling Silver

Natural Jade Ring Sterling Silver 925 and 18 Karat Gold Green Jade Jewelry
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Vintage Ring with a Brilliant Natural Jade stone Cabochon cut. The stone is natural but treated
Category

2010s Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

Coral, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Van Cleef Arpels Godron 5-in-1 White Gold Interchangeable Pendant Earrings
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in New York, NY
white gold, turquoise, mother of pearl, hematite, and coral invite endless customization. This
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Early 2000s French Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, Hematite, Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, White Gold

Sterling Silver Peyote Bird Chip Inlay Squash Blossom Necklace Navajo Zuni
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning Silver silver Squash Blossom necklace Crushed Turquoise and Coral Measures Naja is 2.90
Category

Vintage 1970s American Drop Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Turquoise, Sterling Silver

White gold and diamond earrings with red coral
Located in BARI, IT
Orecchini in oro bianco con ovale di corallo rosso cabochon e decoro di tulipano e foglie
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Asch Grossbardt 1980 s Multi-Gem 14K Gold Vintage Cushion Horse Inlay Earrings
By Asch Grossbardt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
polish gold and inlaid lapis lazuli, jade, onyx, and coral Opaque medium blue, light green, black, and
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Vintage 1980s Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Red Hard Stone Lever Back 1.25 Inch Long Earrings
Located in New York, NY
hard stone drop earrings. Featuring stunning natural coral gemstones, these earrings are a perfect
Category

Late 20th Century American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Coral, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

White gold brilliant and red coral dangle earrings
Located in BARI, IT
Wonderful dangle earrings made of white gold and brilliants (ct.0.95) adorning each coral element down to the last drop-shaped one. The corals are stunning, beautiful and uniform in ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Coral, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

White gold lobe earrings with brilliants and red corals
Located in BARI, IT
Very unusual design earring, made in the shape of a circular flower, with many red corals and white gold elements paved with diamonds. Italian manufacture. Unique piece.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Coral, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hopi Modernist Ring
Located in Litchfield, CT
delightfully abstract, with a heavy nod to Mondrian. Set with lapis, turquoise, and coral, the look is
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Vintage 1970s American Native American Fashion Rings

Materials

Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Asch Grossbardt 1980s Multi-Gem 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Dome Inlay Earrings
By Asch Grossbardt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of lapis lazuli, malachite, onyx, amethyst, coral, and mother-of-pearl Opaque medium blue, green
Category

Vintage 1980s Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Y...

Vintage Art Deco Charm Easter Bunny in Egg Basket Pendant Platinum Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
, coral and turquoise are set into the charm (4mm x 3mm). One estimated 0.01 carat ruby is set into the
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Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Ruby, Turquoise, Platinum

Carnelian Gold Sculptural Body Dome Unisex Ring
By De Maria fine&antique jewelry
Located in Napoli, NA
Unique and pleasant unisex Ring mounted in 9k Rose Gold, marked 385. The Ring features a man body sculpture at two sides and a large natural Carnelian. Re-done in the same manner i...
Category

2010s Dome Rings

Materials

Opal, Onyx, Iolite, Coral, Carnelian, Aquamarine, Amber, 9k Gold, Gold

Seaman Schepps Multistone Bracelet
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Darnestown, MD
Stunning and most unusual multistone bracelet by Seaman Schepps. Lapiz lazuli; coral; cat's eye
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Late 20th Century American Contemporary Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Carnelian, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Turquoise, Cat’s Eye, 18k Gold

Articulated Gemstone Abstract Inlay Tablet Cocktail Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
artistic inlay of coral, garnet, black onyx, and lapis lazuli, the design is elevated by articulated
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Garnet, Coral, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

1 Inch by 1 Inch Yellow Gold Asch Grossbardt Floral Design Inlaid Stone Earrings
By Asch Grossbardt
Located in Palm Beach, FL
masterful incorporation of amazonite, coral, charoite, lapis lazuli, mother of pearl and onyx, the earrings
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amazonite, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

22K gold Indian navratna kundan Meena polki pendant Mughal Jadau pendant
Located in Bangkok,, TH
further outlined with diamond polki, cultured pearl, natural coral, hessonite garnet, blue sapphire, cat's
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2010s Indian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sap...

Victorian Revival 14 Karat Gold Cameo Slide Bracelet
Located in Palm Desert, CA
is adorned with a marquise-cut opal. Other featured gemstones include coral, tiger's eye, opal
Category

Vintage 1960s Victorian Charm Bracelets

Materials

Agate, Coral, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Tiger s Eye, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow ...

Midcentury Italian Gold Etruscan Revival Charm Bracelet -8 Assorted Color Charms
Located in Palm Beach, FL
, carnelian, lapis lazuli, citrine, turquoise, tourmaline, amethyst, coral, chrysophase, and pearls. Overall
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Charm Bracelets

Materials

Amethyst, Carnelian, Chrysophrase, Citrine, Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Culture...

Midcentury Italian Gold Etruscan Revival Charm Bracelet-12 Assorted Color Charms
Located in Palm Beach, FL
, coral, coral simulant, turquoise, sard, citrine, grossularite garnet, and chrysoprase. The oval, hat box
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Etruscan Revival Charm Bracelets

Materials

Amethyst, Carnelian, Chalcedony, Chrysophrase, Citrine, Coral, Garnet, T...

Hanging Earrings with Lucky Nine Gems Handcrafted in 22k Gold with Enamel Work
By Jay Rawat
Located in Jaipur, IN
stone in the earring is a Diamond, all around are Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Coral
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapp...

Verdura Cacholong Maltese Cross Cuff Bracelet
By Verdura
Located in New York, NY
-Shaped Cabochon Corals, Round cut Citrines, and Cultured Pearls. Signed by Verdura Circa 2005 Size 6
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Citrine, Coral, Pearl, 18k Gold

14k Gold and Colored Stone Mid-20th Century "Victorian Tribute" Slide Bracelet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This Mid-20th century slide bracelet is from a genre of similar pieces, all derived and created as a tribute to slides which were primarily used in Victorian period ladies necklaces....
Category

Mid-20th Century American Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

Tiger s Eye, Turquoise, Pearl, Garnet, Coral, Citrine, Chalcedony, Ameth...

Boucheron Rock Crystal Heron
By Boucheron
Located in New York, NY
gold. The base is adorned with a cabochon chalcedony framed by 16 cabochon corals. Approximate
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20th Century French Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Chalcedony, Coral, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

Amethyst Phosphosiderite Green Enamel 14K White Gold Diamonds Drop Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
gold diamonds small coral round cabochons and green enamel, the bottom is composed of 2
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Coral, Diamond, Gold, Enamel

David Webb Multi Gem and Enamel Gold Frog Bowl
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
coral tongue Set with 6 cabochon rubies, 5 cabochon emeralds, 3 blue and green enamel flower designs
Category

Vintage 1980s American Boxes and Cases

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold

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Coral Cabochon For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact coral cabochon you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. 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. You can easily find a 589 antique edition and 218 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a coral cabochon 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. For this particular piece, 1 Carat and 1.5 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Creating a coral cabochon has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by David Webb, Alexia Gryllaki and Van Cleef Arpels are consistently popular. Today, if you’re looking for a cabochon version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and round cut alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a coral cabochon, 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 Coral Cabochon?

Prices for a coral cabochon can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $150 and can go as high as $159,670, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,931.

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.