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Red Cyclamen Flower 12 Karat Yellow White Gold Enamel Love Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A 12 karat (12K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a disc depicting a red enamel cyclamen
Category

Antique 19th Century British Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Gucci Yellow Gold Diamond and Enamel Fin Motif Charm
By Gucci
Located in Southampton, PA
This Gucci charm is made out of 18K yellow gold and enamel and weighs 4.4 grams, measuring 0.87” in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Red Enamel Fish Charm, 14k Aquatic Life Ocean Sea Pendant
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Material Information Enamel Color: Red Theme: Fish, Aquatic Life
Category

Antique 19th Century Unknown More Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Mermaid Charm 14k Yellow Gold Estate Fine Ocean Jewelry Green Enamel
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Mermaid charm crafted in 14k yellow gold. The poised Mermaid with hand
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

1960 s Enamel 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Ferris Wheel Pendant Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
with opaque enamel Red, green, and yellow - displaying minimal wear Completed by jump ring bale Stamped
Category

Vintage 1960s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

14K Yellow Gold Enamel Star of David Charm #16507
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold & Enamel Star of David Charm - This beautiful Star of David charm carries
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

French Virgin Mary Plique a Jour Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
An 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant set with plique a jour blue enamel designed as the
Category

20th Century French Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Deco 18k and Enamel Egyptian Charm Necklace
By sphinx
Located in Narberth, PA
A wonderful charm necklace from the Art Deco (ca1920s) era! Crafted in 18k vibrant yellow gold
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Tiffany Co. 18k Yellow Gold Enamel Pearl Open Seashell Oyster Charm Pendant
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Montclair, NJ
18k Yellow Gold w/ White Enamel Work Inside Shell Weight: 5.72 Grams Chain : Not Included Width
Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Victorian Sapphire and Enamel Souvenir Book Charm Bracelet in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Fairfield, CT
, beautifully complemented by exquisite enamel detailing in a rich palette of blue and gold. The design
Category

Antique 1870s Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Memento Diamond and Red Enamel Flower Charm Pendant
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
encrusted pieces set in 14k gold, and includes variations with gemstone inlay and enamel to express your
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel

Memento Diamond and White Enamel Flower Charm Pendant
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
encrusted pieces set in 14k gold, and includes variations with gemstone inlay and enamel to express your
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Enamel

Victorian French Pearl Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cherub Antique Pendant Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a dimensional winged cherub holding a draped garland Featuring an enamel pattern
Category

Antique 1860s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Vintage 1960s 9ct Gold Enamel Can-Can Pendant Charm
By Georg Jensen
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Can-Can Pendant 9ct Gold Stamped Hallmarked London 1967 Makers Mark G J Ltd- George
Category

Late 20th Century English Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 9k Gold

Cartier Mid-Century Diamond Enamel 14 Karat Gold Large Golfer Charm Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Large circular charm designed as a stylized golf course landscape highlighting a powerful female
Category

Vintage 1950s Retro More Necklaces

Materials

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

Vintage Happy Anniversary Enamel Cake Charm, 14K Yellow Gold, Length 3/4 Inch
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 14 karat yellow gold 'Happy Anniversary' enamel cake charm. This small gold charm
Category

Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

ETRUSCAN REVIVAL 1900 French Enameled Pendant Charm In 18Kt Gold With Rubies
Located in Miami, FL
revival patterns in solid yellow gold of 18 karats and decorated with applications of hard glass enamels
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Victorian Antique Seated Eagle and Shield Charm in 10K Yellow Gold with Enamel
Located in Fairfield, CT
Victorian Antique Seated Eagle and Shield Charm in 10K Yellow Gold with Enamel A 10k yellow gold
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Deco Opal Enamel Pendant Charm 14 Karat Gold Victorian Edwardian Necklace
Located in New York, NY
PALE GREEN GUILLOCHE ENAMEL ADORNING THE FRONT OF THE PENDANT. The beautiful pendant or charm has
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Aaron Basha 18K White Gold Diamond and Orange Enamel Flower Charm AB06-111124
By Aaron Basha
Located in Southampton, PA
charm features a flat 18K white gold panel with circle and flower cutouts over an orange enamel base
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Aaron Basha 18K Rose Gold Diamond Enamel White Flower Charm Pendant AB06-111424
By Aaron Basha
Located in Southampton, PA
18K Rose Gold Diamond and Enamel White Flower Charm Pendant comes with a gift box.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Aaron Basha 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Navy Enamel Hamsa Charm Pendant AB44-111324
By Aaron Basha
Located in Southampton, PA
yellow gold Hamsa charm finished in navy enamel, with an evil eye center dotted with a bezel-set diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Fabergé Ladybug Egg Pendant 18k Gold Charm Red Enamel Diamond Eyes COA
By Fabergé
Located in Torrance, CA
Sweet Faberge ladybug charm crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. Diamonds total an estimated 0.02
Category

Mid-20th Century German Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Duck/Pheasant Charm 18 Karat Enameled
By Olivo Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Duck/pheasant Charm 18k enameled with small carabiner hook total weight of gold GR 20.80 Stamp 750
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian More Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Aaron Basha 18K White Gold Diamond Blue Enamel Flower Charm Pendant AB51-111324
By Aaron Basha
Located in Southampton, PA
a bracelet charm, or necklace or bracelet extender. It features a chain that leads to a white gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Aaron Basha 18K White Gold Diamond and Enamel Soccer Ball Charm AB49-111324
By Aaron Basha
Located in Southampton, PA
Kickstart your love for the game with this Aaron Basha soccer ball charm. It is done in white gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Aaron Basha 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Pink Enamel Rubber Duckie Charm AB25-111324
By Aaron Basha
Located in Southampton, PA
creation is rendered in solid 18K yellow gold. It features a 2D rubber duckie charm finished in baby pink
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Aaron Basha 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Enamel Little Girl Charm Pendant AB10-111424
By Aaron Basha
Located in Southampton, PA
an enameled purple and pink outfit. This Aaron Basha charm doubles as a pendant and measures 1.5 x
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

French Dropsy Virgin Mary Plique A Jour Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant set with plique a jour blue enamel designed as
Category

20th Century French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Aaron Basha 18K White Gold Diamond Enamel Pink Flower Charm Pendant AB20-111824
By Aaron Basha
Located in Southampton, PA
growth.This brand new Aaron Basha 18K White Gold Diamond and Enamel Pink Flower Charm Pendant comes with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Aaron Basha 18K White Gold Diamond Purple Enamel Hamsa Charm Pendant AB05-111524
By Aaron Basha
Located in Southampton, PA
Basha 18K White Gold Diamond and Purple Enamel Hamsa Charm Pendant is presented in a gift box.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Aaron Basha 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Black Red Enamel Seahorse Charm AB03-111524
By Aaron Basha
Located in Southampton, PA
creation, this yellow-gold charm (that can also be worn as a pendant) features a sculpted black enamel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Aaron Basha 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Enamel Polka Dot Frog Charm AB21-111324
By Aaron Basha
Located in Southampton, PA
with a diamond-encrusted bow.This brand new Aaron Basha 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Enamel Polka Frog Charm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Aaron Basha 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Red Enamel Hamsa Charm Pendant AB39-111324
By Aaron Basha
Located in Southampton, PA
protection and good fortune.This brand new Aaron Basha 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Navy Enamel Hamsa Charm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Aaron Basha 18K White Gold Diamond and Enamel Baby Shoe Charm AB08-111124
By Aaron Basha
Located in Southampton, PA
White Gold Diamond and Enamel Baby Shoe Charm Pendant is presented in a gift box.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Young Child with Dog Vintage Charm 14k Gold Enamel Pendant Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage charm crafted in 14k yellow gold (circa 1940s to 1950s). The finely
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Aaron Basha 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Enamel Rubber Duckie Charm AB18-111824
By Aaron Basha
Located in Southampton, PA
This Aaron Basha charm will continually capture your imagination. Colorful enamel accents give the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Aaron Basha 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Enamel Smiley Face Charm AB17-111824
By Aaron Basha
Located in Southampton, PA
This Aaron Basha charm is incredibly fun. The smiley face design comes to life thanks to red enamel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

LB Exclusive 18K Yellow Gold 0.40 ct Diamond and Enamel Fish Charm Bracelet
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
compliments. Suspended from the bold 7.5” long chain, you’ll find a trio of colorful enamel fish charms
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

French Dropsy Virgin Mary Plique a Jour Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant depicting the Virgin Mary with blue and green
Category

20th Century French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

1950 s Enamel 14 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Yale Bulldog Dog Pendant Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
with enamel Opaque dark navy blue on 'Y' and eyes Completed by jump ring bale Tested as 14 karat gold
Category

Vintage 1950s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Plique-à-Jour Enamel Zodiac Ares Charm Pendant
Located in London, GB
A French 18 karat (18K) yellow gold charm pendant designed as a stylised profile of the Zodiac sign
Category

20th Century French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Tiffany Co. Retro 14k Yellow Gold Enamel Queen of Hearts Charm Rare 1950s
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Tiffany & Co. 14k Yellow Gold & Enamel Queen of Hearts Charm Retro Circa 1950s Here is your
Category

Vintage 1950s American Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, Enamel

French Vintage Plique-A-Jour Enamel 18 Karat Yellow Gold Rose Window Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering plique-a-jour enamel depicting a gothic style stained glass rose window. Transparent
Category

Vintage 1960s Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Antique 14k Gold Blue Enamel Bar Link Bracelet Dangle Flipping I Love You Charm
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: 14k Yellow Gold w/ Blue Enamel Weight: 6.16 Grams Chain Type: Alternated Sections Chain
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, Enamel

Aaron Basha 18K Yellow White Gold Diamond Sapphire Enamel Car Charm AB03-111424
By Aaron Basha
Located in Southampton, PA
6.7 grams.This brand new Aaron Basha 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Sapphire Enamel Car Charm comes with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Enamel Sea Shell Charm Bracelet Vintage 18k Yellow Gold 8" Ocean Marine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish and finely detailed vintage enameled shell charm bracelet crafted in 18 karat yellow gold
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Link Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

French Arthus Bertrand 18k Yellow Gold Enamel Libra Charm Art Deco circa 1920s
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Here is your chance to purchase a beautiful and highly collectible designer charm. Truly a great
Category

Vintage 1920s French More Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel

Aaron Basha Diamond Sapphire Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Baby Boy Shoe Charm Pendant
By Aaron Basha
Located in Simpsonville, SC
Embark on a whimsical journey with the Aaron Basha 18K Yellow Gold and Blue Enamel Baby Shoe Charm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Contemporary 18 Karat Gold Sempre Uniti Red Enamel Heart Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A stylized heart charm in 18 karat gold with red enamel “Sempre Uniti” on one side and “Divisi Ma
Category

Vintage 1980s Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold

Gucci Yellow Gold Diamond and Yellow Enamel Fin Motif Charm
By Gucci
Located in Southampton, PA
This Gucci charm is made out of 18K yellow gold and yellow enamel and weighs 4.4 grams, measuring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Aaron Basha 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Enamel Little Boy Charm Pendant AB04-111524
By Aaron Basha
Located in Southampton, PA
This Aaron Basha pendant is endlessly charming. Cute and colorful, its crafted from 18K Yellow Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Aaron Basha 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Enamel Baby Charm Pendant AB18-111524
By Aaron Basha
Located in Southampton, PA
, this colorful piece comes to life thanks to inset Diamonds and enamel accents. Crafted from 18K Yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Aaron Basha 18K Yellow Gold Diamond and Enamel Baby Charm Pendant AB19-111524
By Aaron Basha
Located in Southampton, PA
Any parent or grandparent will appreciate this adorable Aaron Basha pendant. Colorful enamel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Aaron Basha 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Enamel Little Girl Charm Pendant AB06-111524
By Aaron Basha
Located in Southampton, PA
Crafted from 18K Yellow Gold, this Aaron Basha pendant is cute and colorful. Meant to depict a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Aaron Basha 18K White Gold Diamond Purple Enamel Hamsa Charm Pendant AB15-111824
By Aaron Basha
Located in Southampton, PA
wearer against negative energy. Suspended from a delicate chain, the 18K White Gold pendant features
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Aaron Basha Baby Shoe 18Kt Yellow Gold Blue Enamel Natural Diamond Bow Charm
By Aaron Basha
Located in Baltimore, MD
Aaron Basha Baby Shoe 18Kt Yellow Gold Blue Enamel & Natural Diamond Bow Charm Metal: 18k yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Enamel

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Gold Enamel Charms For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of gold enamel charms available on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 14k Gold and 18k Gold. Our selection of items includes 526 vintage examples as well as 88 contemporary versions. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 18th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There are many different pieces in our collection of gold enamel charms to choose from, but Art Deco and Modern gold enamel charms are of considerable interest. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Aaron Basha, Cartier and Fabergé produced popular versions that are worth a look. Browse our collection of 94 Diamond versions today to add the perfect touch to your look. There are many round cut, rose cut and bead gold enamel charms for sale. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of gold enamel charms, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Gold Enamel Charms?

Prices for gold enamel charms can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $99 and can go as high as $32,500, while gold enamel charms, on average, fetch $1,200.

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.