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Vintage Iconic Lalaounis Designer Dolphins on Rock Gold Crystal Ring
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Montreal, QC
. Hand crafted 18K Yellow Gold. Ring size 7.255. Marked: A21 GREEK 750. Approx. weight 14.5 grams
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Late 20th Century Greek Modernist Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lalaounis Ruby Cabochon and Rock Crystal 18k Gold Necklace Earclips
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in New York, NY
Lalaounis necklace featuring four frosted rock crystal plaques within decorative gold frames
Category

1970s Greek Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Crystal, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Gold

Antique 18K GOLD Possible Llias Lalaounis Ring 7.7 Gram Size 5 Adjustable Enamel
Located in Los Angeles, CA
ancient beauty to your jewelry collection with this stunning 18K gold ring. The ring features a pavé
Category

1970s Greek Modernist Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel

LALAOUNIS 1970 Modernist Clips-On Earrings In 22Kt Yellow Gold Blue Sodalites
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Miami, FL
earrings, created in Greece by the jewelry house of Ilias Lalaounis, back in the 1970's. These beautiful
Category

1970s Greek Hellenistic Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold

Ilias Lalaounis Sterling Silver and 14 Karat Gold Band Ring
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine Ilias Lalaounis band ring. In sterling silver and 14k gold. Marked to the shank 925
Category

20th Century Greek Modern Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Gold and rock crystal LaLaounis earrings
Located in New Orleans, LA
in the subtlety carved shrimp form. The crystal form is tipped at either end with an 18kt. gold cap
Category

1980s Greek Contemporary Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

KIESELSTEIN CORD 1984 Signet Intaglio Ring In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Bloodstone
By Kieselstein
Located in Miami, FL
created in New York City at the jewelry atelier of Kieselstein-Cord, back in 1984. This vintage ring is an
Category

1980s American Classical Greek Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Agate, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

LALAoUNIS Vintage Snake Torque Necklace 18K Rose Gold Ruby Emerald Diamond 1980s
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Lisbon, PT
LALAoUNIS Vintage Snake Torque Necklace in 18K Rose Gold with Rubies, Emeralds, and Diamonds
Category

Late 20th Century Greek Modern Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Lalaounis Necklace 18 Kt Yellow Gold Sapphires Rubies Lion Heads Necklace
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Paris, FR
Lalaounis Rigid Necklace in 18 Carat Yellow Gold Sapphires and Rubies Lion Heads Tubular semi-rigid
Category

1990s Greek Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

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

LaLaounis Yellow Gold and Rock Crystal Modernist Ring
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Ilias LaLaounis 18K Yellow Gold Ring, the top of the ring measures 1 1/8 inches in
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1980s Greek Modernist Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

Zolotas Bracelet in 18 Karat Yellow Gold Enamel Rubies Diamonds 1970s
By Zolotas
Located in Paris, FR
ZOLOTAS Bracelet in chiseled 18 kt yellow gold highlighted with blue enamel foliage motif
Category

1970s Greek Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

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

Lalaounis Two-Headed Lion Ring with Rubies Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Lucerne, CH
bravery from the esteemed Greek jewelry house founded by Ilias Lalaounis in 1940. Crafted in 18 Karat
Category

Late 20th Century Greek Artist Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Zolotas 22 Karat 24 Karat Yellow Gold, Mabe Pearl and Diamond Clip-On Earrings
By Zolotas
Located in New York, NY
This earrings are designed by Zolotas of Athens , Greece. Founded in 1895 the company merges Greek
Category

1990s Greek Classical Greek Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 22k Gold

Zolotas 22K Yellow Gold Large Hammered Finish Ribbed Wing Flame Clip On Earrings
By Zolotas
Located in Montclair, NJ
These bold and unique looking earrings are designed by Zolotas and crafted in Greece from solid 22k
Category

1980s Greek Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

22k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold SeidenGang SG Athena Diamond Ruby Ring, Size 6.25 - 17.2g
By SeidenGang
Located in Providence, RI
With a passion for designing sophisticated jewelry that transcends time and trends, each piece by
Category

20th Century American Classical Greek Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lalaounis 1970 Modernisme Geometric Earrings in Solid Textured 18kt Yellow Gold
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Miami, FL
Greece by the jewelry house of Lalaounis, back in the 1970's. These gorgeous clip earrings has been
Category

1970s Greek Modernist Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lalaounis 18k gold lion s head bangle with diamonds, rubies, emeralds, sapphires
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in London, GB
a cabochon ruby. The bangle is beautifully made in 18k gold and adorned with diamonds, sapphires and
Category

1980s Greek Contemporary Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Band Rind with Black Rhodium
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
decorated all the way around with gold beads and wires shaped like the last letter of Greek Alphabet - Omega
Category

20th Century Greek Byzantine Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

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

One Pair Of 14Karat Gold Pierced Knot Earings. Great Form And Scale.
Located in Buchanan, MI
One Pair Of 14Karat Gold Pierced Knot Earings. Great Form And Scale.
Category

20th Century American Classical Greek Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Gold

Yellow Gold and Rock Crystal Earrings by Lalaounis
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Zurich, CH
Superb pair of yellow gold and rock crystal earrings by Greek jeweler Lalaounis. Crafted in 21
Category

20th Century Greek Modern Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Carrera y Carrera 18kt Yellow Gold Blindfolded Cupid Pendant with Mabe Pearl
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New York, NY
finishes, and a compelling way of seeing beauty in art and nature. This 18 karat yellow gold pendant is the
Category

1990s Spanish Classical Greek Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Pearl, Yellow Gold

Antique French Locket Pendant Maenad Cameo banded Red Onyx 18K White Gold / 18.2
Located in SE
Antique French Pendant / Locket in solid 18K White Gold inlaid with a hand-carved cameo of Maenad
Category

1930s French Greek Revival Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cherub Angel Intaglio Pendant Necklace Topaz 14 Karat Gold 3.5 Inches Venetian
By Tagliamonte
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in this magnificent Cherub Intaglio Pendant in 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Topaz. The
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20th Century Italian Classical Greek Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Topaz, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Carrera Y Carrera 18KT Yellow Gold Atlas Pendant with Diamond and Pearl
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in New York, NY
This 18 karat yellow gold pendant by Carrera Y Carrera of Spain depicts a beautifully detailed
Category

1990s Spanish Classical Greek Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby Sapphire Serpent Earrings Set 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby Multi Sapphire Serpent Earrings Set In 18K Gold Silver
Category

Late 20th Century Thai Classical Greek Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Vintage Ilias Lalaounis Snake 18 Karat Yellow Gold Clip Earrings, Circa 1970
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in London, GB
excellent example of craftsmanship from the important Greek jeweller Ilias Lalaounis Solid, yellow gold
Category

1970s Greek Retro Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Yellow Gold Contemporary Carnelian Solider Cameo Signet Style Ring
Located in Fairfield, CT
14k yellow gold ring. This gorgeous contemporary oval laser cut cameo ring has a dark orange
Category

20th Century Unknown Greek Revival Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Carnelian, Chalcedony, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1960s Lalaounis Ruby Gold Ram s Head Ear Clips
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Lalaounis ear clips in 18k gold set with 10 round rubies. They measure 1.5 inches by 1 inch. They
Category

1960s Greek Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

Clip-on Earrings with Rose Quartz in 18 Karat Yellow Gold by Ilias Lalaounis
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Lucerne, CH
-karat gold, a testament to the brand’s dedication to ancient Greek artistry and modern elegance
Category

20th Century Greek Modern Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ancient Coin Ring Hallmarked Opals, 1940s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Ancient Coin Ring American Hallmarked 1940s 14 Karat yellow gold one 15 mm
Category

1940s North American Classical Greek Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Opal, Yellow Gold

34.53 Carat White Diamond Sapphire Emerald Tanzanite Yellow Gold Triton Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Necklace is made of 14K Yellow Gold. This Necklace has 1.00 Carats of
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Classical Greek Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, 14k...

Lalaounis 18K Yellow Gold Round Clip-On Earrings with Navy Blue Sodalite Centers
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A classic, tailored pair of 18K yellow gold disc earrings by Greek designer Ilias Lalaounis
Category

Late 20th Century Greek Etruscan Revival Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby Sapphire Serpent Earrings Set 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby & Multi Sapphire Serpent Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural
Category

Late 20th Century Thai Classical Greek Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

14k Yellow Gold Rams Head Ring With Sapphires, Rubies And Diamonds, Size 7-8
Located in Fairfield, CT
14k yellow gold ring. This imposing crossover ring is a detailed figural ram's head, with ribbed
Category

Late 20th Century Greek Modern Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Sapphire, Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Black Diamond Ruby Serpent Ring In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Black Diamond & Ruby Serpent Ring In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Black
Category

1990s Thai Classical Greek Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Ruby, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Lalaounis Hellenistic Cow Hoop Earrings
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, by Ilias Lalaounis, Greece. These stylish Mycenaean revival hoops by Lalaounis
Category

1960s Greek Classical Greek Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Zolotas 22 Karat Yellow Gold Earrings with 6.00 Carat Citrine and Blue Sapphires
By Zolotas
Located in New York, NY
These beautiful earrings were designed by Zolotas of Athens, Greece. Founded in 1895 the company
Category

1990s Greek Contemporary Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Citrine, Blue Sapphire, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Lalaounis 22k Bracelet
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 22k, by Ilias Lalaounis, Greece. This gold bracelet is the perfect everyday accessory
Category

1960s Greek Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

22k Gold

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Pearl Sapphire Dragon Bangle Set 18K Gold Silv
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby,Pearl & Multi Sapphire Dragon Bangle Set In 18K Gold & Silver Multi
Category

Late 20th Century Thai Classical Greek Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18...

Vintage 18K Ilias Lalaounis Sodalite Oval Cufflinks
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Winter Springs, FL
Original Ilias Lalaounis cufflinks done in 18K yellow gold applied to natural blue sodalite
Category

Late 20th Century Greek Contemporary Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Clip On Earrings in Grecian Revival Style
Located in New York, NY
18kt Yellow Gold Clip on Earrings with Post. which can be removed. Signed JBC and marked 18K
Category

1980s American Classical Greek Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Ring natural 1.25ct Sapphire 0.8ct Ruby solid 18K Gold Ø US 5.5 / 9gr
Located in SE
Vintage Ring with three stones in solid 18K Yellow Gold. This design reminds old Roman / Byzantine
Category

1960s European Greek Revival Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Ram earrings signed Zolotas
By Zolotas
Located in Uccle, BE
Ram earrings made of gold 22k signed by the famous Greek jeweler Zolotas. The earrings are with a
Category

1990s Greek Greek Revival Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Gold, 22k Gold

Vintage Lalaounis Gilt Sterling Silver Hinged Floral Bangle Bracelet
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Philadelphia, PA
safety catch. Marked to the interior on the hinge. Simply a wonderful bracelet from the famed Greek
Category

20th Century Greek Modern Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Gold, Sterling Silver

Ilias Lalaounis Diamond Pearl Drop Earrings
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
Crafted by the most famous Greek jewellery house, this pair of gold, diamond and pearl drop
Category

20th Century Greek Neoclassical Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

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

Lalaounis Emerald Cross Pendant
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in San Antonio, TX
Beautiful Lalaounis 18k yellow gold cross set with an emerald (approx. 3 cts). It is 2 3/8" in
Category

1980s Greek Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

Lalaounis Hi-Karat Earrings
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Litchfield, CT
18k, A17, Greece, and maker's mark for Lalaounis. Tested 22k. STOCK NUMBER: 26396 Jewelry
Category

1960s Greek Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby and Diamond Drop Dangle Earrings
Located in Firenze, FI
12.6 Carats Natural Ruby with 2.8 Carats Diamonds Made of 10K Gold.
Category

1940s Greek Late Victorian Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 10k Gold

Ilias Lalaounis Etruscan Necklace with Rubies, Sapphires and Emeralds 18 Karat
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
Ilias Lalaounis Etruscan Necklace with Rubies, Sapphires and Emeralds in 18 Karat Yellow Gold. This
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Late 20th Century Greek Etruscan Revival Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Zolotas 22K Diamond Bracelet
By Zolotas
Located in Dallas, TX
Zolotas diamond bracelet in 22K yellow gold. The bracelet features 80 pave set brilliant cut round
Category

1980s Greek Modern Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Diamond, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Zolotas 22K Diamond Bracelet
Zolotas 22K Diamond Bracelet
$19,000 Sale Price
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Vourakis Vintage Diamond Pearl Drop Earrings
By Vourakis
Located in New York, NY
Greece, has specialized in custom handmade high jewelry in the French tradition for nearly 100 years
Category

Late 20th Century Greek Contemporary Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Platinum, 14k Gold

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Pearl Multi Sapphire Dragon Bangle Set In 18K Go
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Pearl & Multi Sapphire Dragon Bangle Set In 18K Gold & Silver Multi
Category

Late 20th Century Thai Greek Revival Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gr...

Small Ceramic Vase for Candy or Jewelry Box, 20th Century, Europe, 1960s
Located in 05-080 Hornowek, PL
gold! Only one unique piece. Hand painted in 1960s in Greece.
Category

Mid-20th Century Greek Mid-Century Modern Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Gold

Unique HERMES Printed Silk Structured Safari Hat „Cavaliers d‘Or“
By Hermès
Located in Switzerland, CH
with gold Greek Scythian art jewelry print throughout Fully lined in white silk Made in France Dry
Category

20th Century French Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Classical Greek Lapis Granulated Gold Ball Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Stunning 1970s earrings recreating the 4th Century Hellenistic Greek style made of 22K gold hung
Category

1970s Greek Classical Greek Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

22k Gold

1960s Lalaounis Ruby Emerald Gold Ram Ear Clips
By Ilias Lalaounis
Located in New York, NY
A large pair of 1960s 18K gold ear clips by Lalaounis based on a design motif found in Greek
Category

1960s Greek Greek Revival Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold

Large 1970s Mapamenos Classic Grecian Gold Ear Clips
By Mapamenos Natepas
Located in New York, NY
Distinctive 1970s Mapamenos-Natepas 18K gold ear clips worked in an abstraction of a classic
Category

1970s Greek Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage

Materials

18k Gold

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Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the greek gold jewelry vintage you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a greek gold jewelry vintage from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic greek gold jewelry vintage over the years, but those made by Ilias Lalaounis, Versace and Bulgari are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any greek gold jewelry vintage from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 4 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cabochon and old mine cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a greek gold jewelry vintage, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Greek Gold Jewelry Vintage?

The price for a greek gold jewelry vintage starts at $990 and tops out at $41,500 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $3,850.

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.