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Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Baby Blue Enamel and Pearl Horseshoe Pin
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Baby Blue Enamel and Pearl Horseshoe Pin. This gorgeous
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold, White Enamel And Diamond Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
white enamel and brilliant round diamonds, the ring is crafted in 18K yellow gold with platinum settings
Category

20th Century American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Custom Made 18k Gold Ring in Blue Enamel and Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
CUSTOM MADE MENS RING IN 18K GOLD WITH BLUE ENAMEL AND DIAMONDS Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Materials
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18K Yellow Gold Blue and Green Enamel Fishnet Bangle Bracelet
Located in Boston, MA
18K Yellow Gold Blue and Green Enamel Fishnet Bangle Bracelet - The width of the bangle is 14.5mm
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Vintage 1980s Contemporary Bangles

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian 15 Karat Yellow Gold Turquoise and White Enamel Round Dome Brooch
Located in McLeansville, NC
A Victorian 15 karat yellow gold turquoise and white enamel round dome brooch and locket. This
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Antique 1870s Brooches

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

1920s English 18 carat gold and engraved enamel chain bracelet
Located in London, GB
This unique 1920s English 18 carat gold bracelet consists of 8 delicate filigree chains. The buckle
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Vintage 1920s English Edwardian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Enamel and 9 Carat Gold Initial Ring
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This ring holds a rectangular enamel which has the letter 'F' which lays over the top. The
Category

20th Century British Art Deco More Rings

Materials

Gold, Enamel

18K Gold Black and Pink Enameled Ring with Diamond Accent
Located in Venice, CA
This 18k gold band is detailed with a rhythmic patten of pink and black enamel, accented by a bezel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Bracelet in Gold, Enamel, and Gemstones, Mid-19th Century
Located in Paris, FR
Articulated bracelet in gold and enamel, accented with colored gemstones. The bracelet is composed
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Antique 1830s Swiss Empire Link Bracelets

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, Enamel

An 18k Gold Van Cleef Arpels Frog Brooch with Enamel and Diamond
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A sweet 18k gold frog brooch with green enamel and diamond eyes, signed, numbered and dated: Van
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Vintage 1960s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

18 Karat Rose Gold Enamel and Diamond Cross Pendant
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage cross necklace pendant of 18 karat rose gold with blue enamel and diamonds for a total of 3
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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Victorian Blue Enamel, Ruby and Pearl 9 Carat Gold Pendant
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
The enamel on this pendant is striking blue and has a lovely gloss to it. At the centre of the
Category

Antique 1880s British Victorian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Enamel

Fabergé 18kt Gold and Blue Enamel Limited Edition Easter Egg Pendant
By Modern Fabergé
Located in Braintree, GB
is decorated in rich guilloché royal blue enamel with applied gold scroll motifs and a central fleur
Category

1990s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Tiffany and Co Enamel Ring Square 18K Gold Band Vintage
By Tiffany Co.
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Tiffany and Co Enamel Ring Square 18K Gold Band Vintage This rare and highly collectible Tiffany
Category

20th Century Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Carved Jade and Enamel Dragon Bracelet
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1940s Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 11.6 grams
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Vintage 1940s Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Victorian 10k Yellow Gold Opals and Blue Enamel Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Victorian 10k yellow gold acid tested ring decorated with blue enamel and 13 oval shaped cabochon
Category

Antique 1890s Canadian Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Opal, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Modern Plique À Jour Enamel, Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby and Gold Dragonfly Brooch
Located in London, GB
enamel wings, set with old-cut diamonds, in the centre of the wings and in each wing tip and eight-cut
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2010s Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Rare Tiffany Co Gold and Enamel pocket watch Circa 1900s
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Addlestone, GB
Tiffany & Co Green enamel and diamond gold pocket watch 1900s Pocket Watch set in yellow gold
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Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Enamel

David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Black Enamel and Diamond Stud and Cufflinks Set
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
A pair of cufflinks and three studs made in 18K Yellow Gold by David Webb in a shape of black
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20th Century American Modern Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian Diamond Natural Pearl and Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
yellow gold brooch; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and
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Antique Early 1900s Unknown Victorian Brooches

Materials

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

Circa 1950s 14K Yellow Gold Diamond and Enamel Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1950s Item Details: Ring Size: 10 (Sizable) Metal Type: 14k yellow gold [Hallmarked, and
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Vintage 1950s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique 9K Yellow Gold White and Red Enamel Dress Buttons, in Original Case
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique set of enamel, and yellow gold dress buttons, each comprising of yellow gold, with red
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Cufflinks

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18kt Yellow Gold Blue and Black Enamel Cufflinks with Ruby Cabochon Stones
Located in Antwerp, BE
18kt Yellow Golden Blue & Black Enamel Cufflinks With Ruby stones Stamped with MV,and you can see
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20th Century Artisan Cufflinks

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Nouvelle Bague 18K White Gold, Diamonds and Enamel Ring
By Nouvelle Bague
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Nouvelle Bague 18K White Gold, Diamonds and Enamel Ring Diamonds 0.10ctw US Size 6.5 Retail
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2010s Italian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Enamel

Antique Diamond Enamel and 18k Yellow Gold Pendant / Locket, circa 1865
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian 0.03 carat and enamel, 18 karat yellow gold
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Antique 1860s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Nouvelle Bague 18K Rose Gold, Diamonds and Enamel Ring
By Nouvelle Bague
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Nouvelle Bague 18K Rose Gold, Diamonds and Enamel Ring Diamonds 0.32ctw Size 7 Retail $9,250.00
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2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian 9K Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl and Blue Enamel Cufflinks
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
A pair of Victorian mother of pearl, enamel, and yellow gold cufflinks, each face comprising a
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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Cufflinks

Materials

Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

David Webb Yellow Gold and White Enamel Bombe Ring
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Gold and White Enamel Bombe Ring, David Webb 18 kt., signed Webb, ap. 18.2 dwts. Size 6. Good
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20th Century American Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel

Fish earrings with moissanites and blue enamel in 14k gold.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Fish earrings with moissanites and blue enamel in 14k gold. Blue fish earrings studs. Funny fish
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel

Leo Pizzo 18K White Gold, Diamond and Enamel Ring
By Leo Pizzo
Located in North Miami Beach, FL
Leo Pizzo 18K White Gold, Diamond and enamel Ring Diamonds 1.32ctw Size 7 Made In Italy Retail
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2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Enamel

Antique Swiss Enamel and 14k Gold Brooch with a Mont Blanc Scene
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Swiss enamel brooch. Mounted in a 14k yellow gold frame with a brushed finish. Set
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Early 20th Century Swiss Modern Brooches

Materials

14k Gold, Enamel

Antique Diamond, Seed Pearl, Guilloche Enamel, and 18K Gold Pocket Watch
Located in New York, NY
This antique pocket watch, crafted in 18-karat yellow gold with seed pearls and guilloché enamel
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Antique 19th Century Pocket Watches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Nouveau Floral Enamel Pearl and Diamond 18k Gold Brooch Pendant
Located in Miami Beach, FL
of diamond and 18k yellow gold stems. The brooch has two green enamel leaves that terminate with a
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Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Monet Gold Plated Mesh and Cream Enamel Necklace and Earrings Set circa 1980s
By Monet
Located in London, GB
Monet beautiful gold plated and cream enamel necklace and earrings set. The set is in very good
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Vintage 1980s American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Chloe Gold Diamond South Sea Peal and Enamel Pendant Necklace
Located in Lawrenceville, GA
-studded hemispheres, bordered with blue enamel, and is suspended from a gold chain.
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Lovely Coral and Diamond Enamel Brooch in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Lucerne, CH
This elegant flower brooch in 18 karat yellow gold features three oval cabochon shaped corals and
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Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Victorian 14K Gold and Enamel Pendant, Mid-19th Century
Located in Rotterdam, NL
turquoise-blue champlevé enamel detailing, enriched with delicate gold bead and granulation work, hallmarks
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Enamel

Christian Dior Leopard Citrine and Enamel Yellow Gold Ring
By Christian Dior
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Leopard Citrine & Enamel Ring by Christian Dior. This absolutely gorgeous ring
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1990s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Red and Green Enamel Wreath Brooch with Rhinestones, Gold Tone
Located in Milford, DE
A vibrant vintage brooch featuring a festive wreath design, adorned with rich red and green enamel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Retro Brooches

Materials

Enamel

18K Yellow Gold and Silver Plique-à-Jour Enamel Insect Pin
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A bold and colorful vintage pin crafted in 18K yellow gold, showcasing a vibrant arrangement of 8
Category

Vintage 1970s Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Enamel

18ct White Gold Blue Enamel and Diamond "Frost" Ring
Located in London, GB
E Wolfe & Co Handmade 18ct White Gold blue enamel and diamond "frost" ring. The ring has been blue
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2010s British Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, Enamel

Kenneth Jay Lane Gold Butterfly Pin Brooch, Green and Blue Enamel
By Kenneth Jay Lane
Located in Milford, DE
green and indigo blue enamel. Marks / hallmarks / etc: Kenneth Lane, Made in USA
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate, Enamel

Antique Lapis Lazuli and enamel croquet brooch, tie pin, 15k gold
Located in NEWARK, GB
pin. Designed as a croquet mallet, ball and hoop the mallet is crafted from rich 15ct gold, the hoop
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Early 20th Century British Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Renaissance Religious Ichthys "Fish" Band of Red Enamel and Gold
Located in Baltimore, MD
Our Renaissance era religious devotional ring has its original shank of rich high carat gold with
Category

Antique 1650s English Stuart Band Rings

Materials

Gold, Enamel

Boucheron Enamel and Diamond Turtle Brooch
By Boucheron
Located in New Orleans, LA
Rich red enamel etched in a striking tortoiseshell pattern distinguishes this charming turtle
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Pearl, Diamond and Enamel Brooch
Located in London, GB
This is a Victorian 15ct gold pearl and diamond double heart brooch. The brooch features a rose cut
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, Silver, Enamel

Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond and Enamel Cufflinks
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Old Mine Diamond and Enamel Cufflinks. These incredible
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

18K Gold Blue and Turquoise Enameled Ring with Diamond Accent
Located in Venice, CA
This 18k gold band is detailed with a rhythmic patten of blue and turquoise enamel, accented by a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Set of Brown Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Ring and Earrings
Located in beverly hills, CA
Beautiful and rare find of enamel 18K yellow gold earrings and rings. These 1960s Italian curved
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Vintage 1960s Dome Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Art Deco 10k Gold, Diamond, and Enamel Bulldog Stick Pin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine antique Art Deco stickpin. In 10k gold. The head of the pin consisting of an enameled
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, Enamel

Enamel Diamond and Yellow Gold Butterfly Ring
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 carat yellow gold.. In the form of a butterfly in flight, the wings are of lightly
Category

20th Century Italian Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Old Mine Cushion Peach Kunzite and Enamel Gold Antique Brooch Pin Pendant
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Victorian Old Mine Cushion Peach Kunzite and Enamel Gold Drop Vintage Brooch
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Kunzite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Nouvelle Bague Yellow Gold 18 kt. and Silver Rigid Bracelet, Enamels
By Nouvelle Bague
Located in BARI, IT
Very nice bracelet made by Nouvelle Bague. Yellow gold, yellow silver and various enamels with pink
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Late 20th Century Bangles

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel

David Webb Coral Diamond Enamel Gold and Platinum Earrings
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Pair of 18k gold and platinum earrings by David Webb, with black enamel accents, center corals and
Category

20th Century American More Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Gold, Platinum, Enamel

Hidalgo 18K Yellow Gold Blue Enamel and Diamond Earrings #21039
By Hidalgo
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Hidalgo 18K Yellow Gold Blue Enamel and Diamond Earrings These stunning 18K yellow gold earrings
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20th Century Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage 1970s 18k Yellow Gold and Blue Enamel Water Jug Pendant
Located in Towson, MD
A vintage 1970s water jug pendant crafted in rich 18 karat yellow gold with blue enamel accents
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique Circa 1900s 9k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond And Enamel Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
has G-H-I color and vs-s1-s2-s3 clarity. Dimention is brooch 6x4 cm. Acid tested to be 9k real gold
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Antique Early 1900s Asian Late Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, Enamel

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Gold And Enamel Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact piece of gold and enamel jewelry you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Enamel, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect item from our selection of gold and enamel jewelry may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. A choice in our collection of gold and enamel jewelry from David Webb, Cartier and Nouvelle Bague — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any object in our assortment of gold and enamel jewelry from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 1867 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also rose cut cut and brilliant cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our gold and enamel jewelry for sale are for women, but there are 1978 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Gold And Enamel Jewelry?

On average, a piece of gold and enamel jewelry at 1stDibs sells for $3,767, while they’re typically $1 on the low end and $675,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

Questions About Gold And Enamel Jewelry
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Enamel jewelry is a type of decorative accessory produced by applying melted glass onto metal. The practice of producing enamel jewelry traces back to the work of goldsmiths of Mycenae done during the 13th century BCE. Find a range of enamel jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Black enamel jewelry was trendy during the Victorian period, and black enamel was popular with designers of Victorian mourning jewelry. Enameling is one of the oldest forms of surface decoration, used to add color to jewelry without having to rely on gemstones. Evidence of enameling goes back to ancient Greece. Monochromatic enameling is also called grisaille, and it begins with a piece of metal jewelry. An artisan applies a thin coating of black powdered glass and then paints a design over top. After that, the maker adds more layers of powdered glass to darken the color and offset the painted image. The finished piece then gets fired at an extremely high temperature to set the enamel. Explore a selection of black enamel jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 22, 2024
    Enamel jewelry is made out of glass and precious metal. The type of glass used to produce enamel jewelry is usually a mix of quartz sand, iron oxide, potassium oxide and borax. Artisans apply this molten mixture to precious metal and then fire it at extremely high temperatures to produce a sleek, hard enamel surface. Explore a wide variety of enamel jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Mexican gold jewelry is often made from 10 karat and 14 karat gold and is often stamped to identify the karat. The Mexican people have a rich history of gold jewelry dating back to the Mayan and Aztec empires, and Mexican gold jewelry is often very beautiful.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Matte gold jewelry refers to a type of finishing technique. A matte finish on metals like gold creates a sleek look. Jewelers use special polishing tools to wear down the surface of the piece, creating the matte finish. Shop a selection of matte gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 27, 2024
    Yes, Hermès gold jewelry is real gold. The luxury French fashion house produces jewelry out of 18-karat yellow gold, white gold and rose gold. In addition, Hermès offers pendants, bracelets, earrings and other pieces made of other materials like enamel and genuine leather. Explore a diverse assortment of Hermès jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    What the letters on gold jewelry mean varies. The letter P means that a piece is plumb and contains an exact amount of precious metal. For example, 14P would be plumb 14-karat and contain exactly 58.5% pure gold. GP indicates that the jewelry is gold-plated, while an R represents rolled gold. The meaning of GF is gold-filled, and the letters HGE denote that a piece has heavy gold electroplating. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 3, 2024
    Yes, Swarovski jewelry is real gold. However, it is not usually solid gold. Most Swarovski gold jewelry features a thin layer of yellow gold plating over a base metal. Find a variety of Swarovski decorative objects and jewelry from some of the world's top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, Monet jewelry frequently is gold or silver-plated with paste gems to give it the look of real jewelry without the high price tag. This costume jewelry brand is known for creating luxe-looking jewelry that is affordable. Shop a collection of Monet jewelry from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
    What non-gold jewelry is called varies, as there isn't a single term for all pieces made from alternative materials. Often, you will see people refer to fine jewelry by its materials. For example, sterling silver jewelry, platinum jewelry or titanium jewelry. When describing pieces crafted out of less expensive materials, you can use the terms fashion jewelry or costume jewelry. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    Yes, some LV jewelry is real gold. The French luxury house produces both fine and fashion jewelry. Gold pieces from the fine jewelry range generally feature real 18-karat yellow, white or rose gold, while those from the fashion line may feature gold plating or be fashioned out of palladium or other materials. On 1stDibs, find a range of Louis Vuitton jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 26, 2024
    Whether Grosse jewelry is real gold varies. A manufacturer of costume jewelry, Grosse tended to use less expensive metals, such as rhodium and brass, to produce its pieces. However, the jewelry maker did have a line of gold-plated jewelry that consisted of base metals finished with genuine gold. On 1stDibs, explore a collection of Grosse jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, some Roman jewelry is gold. In fact, gold was the material most favored by ancient Roman jewelry makers. However, they also worked with other metals, including iron, copper and silver, when crafting rings, earrings, brooches, necklaces and pendants. Find a large collection of gold jewelry from some of the world's best sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2024
    Yes, some Krementz jewelry is real gold. However, the maker typically produced gold-plated rather than full-gold pieces. Most Kremetz gold-plating features 18-karat gold, which is an alloy consisting of 75% pure gold and 25% base metal. Kremetz also made platinum-plated pieces. On 1stDibs, shop an assortment of Krementz jewelry from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Yes, 22k gold does exist and it even exists in jewelry, but it’s not very common. 24k is pure gold and it’s simply too soft for jewelry and practical use, 18k is a very popular version of gold for jewelry, but it is possible to find 22k gold jewelry. Find an assortment of gold jewelry from the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 5, 2024
    Whether Trifari jewelry is real gold depends on its age. Jewelry produced by the brand between 1904 and 1946 usually features genuine gold, but newer pieces typically do not. In 1947, the jewelry maker introduced a patented metal alloy. Its unique properties meant that the alloy would resist tarnishing, and accessories made with the alloy could be plated with other metals to create a gold- or platinum-toned finish. Trifari called this base metal Trifanium. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of vintage Trifari jewelry and other costume jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if gold jewelry is real, first look for hallmarks. Most gold jewelry will show either a number before the letter “K” for karat or feature a three-digit purity stamp, such as “585” for 14-karat gold or “750” for 18-karat gold. If you suspect that a hallmark may be fraudulent, try placing a magnet near your piece. Genuine gold isn't magnetic, so if there is a noticeable attraction, your jewelry is either gold-plated or made of a different material. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can also tell you whether earrings, rings, necklaces, bracelets, pins and other pieces are real gold. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if jewelry is antique gold, take it to a licensed appraiser experienced in evaluating jewelry. It is difficult to identify jewelry materials using only the naked eye and online resources. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    No, while gold nuggets can be melted down and crafted into pure gold, gold nuggets in their raw form are not deemed to be “jewelry-grade.” While actual gold nuggets aren’t crafted into jewelry pieces, gold is often molded to mimic an organic shape similar to that of a nugget. Shop a selection of gold jewelry on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024
    To tell if antique jewelry is real gold, you can first perform a simple home test. Position a magnet near the jewelry. Since gold isn't naturally magnetic, the attraction between the magnet and your piece usually indicates that your jewelry is, at most, gold-plated or crafted out of an entirely different metal. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can also help you determine what your antique jewelry is made of. Shop a diverse assortment of antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.