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1.03 Carat Deep Blue Sapphire Platinum Oval Cut Solitaire Pendant Necklace VVS
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
hallmarked by Birmingham Assay Office to guarantee metal quality. All our jewellery is posted safely and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Platinum

0.83ct GIA Certified Natural Pear Cut Diamond SI1 G Platinum Halo Cluster Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
highest standard. Fully hallmarked by UK assay office to guarantee metal quality. All our jewellery is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

GIA Certified 3.30ct Jadeite A Grade Jade Green Oval 18k Yellow Gold Signet Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Birmingham assay office to guarantee gold quality. All our jewellery is posted safely and securely in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Jade, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

GIA Certified Jadeite A Grade Jade Green Oval 9k Yellow Gold Signet Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
office to guarantee gold quality. All our jewellery is posted safely and securely in leatherette boxes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Jade, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 2.84ct Zambian Emerald 18k Yellow Gold East West Signet Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Birmingham Assay Office to guarantee gold quality. All our jewellery is posted safely and securely in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Signet Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.01ct London Blue Topaz Emerald Octagonal Cut 14k Yellow Gold Solitaire Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
hallmarked by Birmingham Assay Office to guarantee gold quality. All our jewellery is posted safely and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

IGI Certified Hot Pink Pear Cut Thai Sapphire Diamond Platinum Halo Pendant
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
gold quality. All our jewellery is posted safely and securely in leatherette boxes. All our photos
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Platinum

4.44ct IGI Certified Untreated Jadeite Jade A Grade 18k Gold Cushion Pendant
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
our jewellery is posted safely and securely in leatherette boxes. All our photos are taken with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 7.28ct Colour Change Untreated Ceylon Sapphire Diamond Pendant
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
jewellery is posted safely and securely in leatherette boxes. All our photos are taken with a macro lens to
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, ...

4.64ct GIA Certified Oval Cut Zambia Emerald Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
length of chain. All our jewellery is posted safely and securely in leatherette boxes. All our photos
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Rare 3.02ct Australian Matrix Boulder Opal 18k Yellow Gold Cushion Signet Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
to guarantee 18k gold quality. All our jewellery is posted safely and securely in leatherette boxes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural 1.56ct Australian Black Boulder Opal 18k Yellow Gold Oval Signet Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
our jewellery is posted safely and securely in leatherette boxes. All our photos are taken with a
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21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Princess Cut Diamond Cross 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace 24.5x11mm
Located in Birmingham, GB
. All our jewellery is posted safely and securely in leatherette boxes. All our photos are taken with a
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Natural 5.47ct Australian Opal Oval Cabochon 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
our jewellery is posted safely and securely in leatherette boxes. All our photos are taken with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Vivid Green Untreated Australian Sapphire 18k Gold East West Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Birmingham Assay Office to guarantee gold quality. All our jewellery is posted safely and securely in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Signet Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.80ct GIA Certified Untreated Jadeite Jade A Grade 18k Yellow Gold Oval Pendant
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
jewellery is posted safely and securely in leatherette boxes. All our photos are taken with a macro lens to
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.05ct GIA Certified Pear Cut Emerald Diamond 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
certified Zambian emerald and diamond pendant necklace. All our jewellery is posted safely and securely in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

2.20ct Deep Teal Green Blue Sapphire Oval 18k Yellow Gold Solitaire Bezel Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
guarantee metal quality. All our jewellery is posted safely and securely in leatherette boxes. All our
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.74ct GIA Certified No Heat Parti Colour Sapphire Diamond Platinum Halo Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
hallmarked by Birmingham Assay Office. All our jewellery is posted safely and securely in leatherette boxes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green ...

Natural Round Cut Diamond Cross 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Birmingham, GB
made piece. This necklace is pre-loved but in very good condition. All our jewellery is posted safely
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

IGI 1.07 Carat Color Change Sapphire Pink Blue Purple Triangle Cut 18k Gold Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
guarantee gold quality. All our jewellery is posted safely and securely in leatherette boxes. All our
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold,...

2.01ct Vivid Pink Rubellite Tourmaline Oval 18k Yellow Gold Bezel Solitaire Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
guarantee gold quality. All our jewellery is posted safely and securely in leatherette ring boxes. All our
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Rubelite, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural 2.76ct Australian Opal Pear Cabochon 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
the chain or if you would prefer a different style or length of chain. All our jewellery is posted
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.88ct Fine Blue Emerald Cut Aquamarine And Diamond Art Deco Platinum Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
weighing 4.68g. Brand new and never worn. All our jewellery posted safely and securely in leatherette
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Vivid Cornflower Blue Ceylon Sapphire Cushion Cut 18k Yellow Gold Signet Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
hallmarked by Birmingham Assay Office to guarantee metal quality. All our jewellery is posted safely and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Band Rings

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.51ct Fine Blue Emerald Cut Aquamarine And Diamond Art Deco Platinum Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
. Expertly made ring weighing 5g. Brand new and never worn. All our jewellery posted safely and securely in
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21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Fine 4.57ct GIA Certified Vivid Green Emerald Diamond Gold Halo Earring Studs
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
diamond halo earrings. All our jewellery is posted safely and securely in leatherette boxes. All our
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21st Century and Contemporary British Stud Earrings

Materials

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

2.02ct Parti Bi Colour Round Green Yellow Sapphire Diamond 18k White Gold Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
piece. Fully hallmarked by UK Assay Office to guarantee metal quality. Weighs 4.89g. All our jewellery
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Green Sapphire, Gold,...

4.01ct Light Blue Aquamarine Pear Teardrop Cut 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
jewellery is posted safely and securely in leatherette boxes. All our photos are taken with a macro lens to
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cluster ring, natural emerald 2.30 carats and white diamonds, white gold
Located in Bergamo, BG
: Wherever you are in the world, your jewelry will be delivered safely and securely. We offer free
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

1.80ct Unique Hazy Silky Blue Sapphire Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Halo Pendant
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
quote without the chain or if you would prefer a different style or length of chain. All our jewellery
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

FINE 3.57ct Australian Coober Pedy Opal Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
guarantee gold quality. All our jewellery is posted safely and securely in leatherette boxes. All our
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural 1.00ct Princess Cut Diamond Cross 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace 3.53g
Located in Birmingham, GB
. This necklace is pre-loved but in very good condition. All our jewellery is posted safely and securely
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Natural 1.00ct Princess Cut Diamond Cross 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace VVS
Located in Birmingham, GB
. This necklace is pre-loved but in very good condition. All our jewellery is posted safely and securely
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

GIA Certified 3.15ct Jadeite AGrade Jade Green Round 18k Yellow Gold Signet Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Birmingham assay office to guarantee gold quality. All our jewellery is posted safely and securely in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Jade, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified 2.09ct Jadeite A Grade Jade Green Oval 18k Yellow Gold Signet Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
Birmingham assay office to guarantee gold quality. All our jewellery is posted safely and securely in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Jade, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

9.29ct Vivid Blue Emerald Cut Aquamarine And Diamond Platinum Cocktail Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
polished and cleaned. All our jewellery posted safely and securely in leatherette boxes All our photos
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Natural 3.45ct Australian Black Boulder Opal 18k Yellow Gold Oval Signet Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
our jewellery is posted safely and securely in leatherette boxes. All our photos are taken with a
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21st Century and Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Opal, Black Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Santa Maria Blue Aquamarine Pear Teardrop Cut 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
guarantee gold quality All our jewellery is posted safely and securely in leatherette boxes. All our
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.31ct Vivid Green Fancy Cut Emerald Diamond 18k White Gold Halo Earring Studs
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
never worn. Fully hallmarked by Birmingham Assay Office to guarantee gold quality. All our jewellery is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Fine Natural 3.16ct Morganite Peach Pink Pear Cut 950 Platinum Pendant Necklace
Located in Birmingham, GB
fully hallmarked by Birmingham assay office to guarantee metal quality. All our jewellery is posted
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Morganite, Platinum

2.01ct GIA Certified Bi Colour Thai Sapphire Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Halo Ring
Located in Birmingham, GB
by Birmingham Assay Office. All our jewellery is posted safely and securely in leatherette boxes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, ...

Natural 0.95ct Round Cut Pink Purple Sapphire Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Halo Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
metal quality. All our jewellery is posted safely and securely in leatherette boxes. All our photos
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, ...

Fine Natural Round Cut Royal Blue Sapphire And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Halo Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
our jewellery is posted safely and securely in leatherette boxes. All our photos are taken with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

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

1.20ct Vivid Green Teardrop Emerald Diamond 18k White Gold Halo Earring Studs
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
hallmarked by Birmingham Assay Office to guarantee gold quality. All our jewellery is posted safely and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIA Certified 2.24ct Green Emerald Cushion Cut 18k Gold Rubover Bezel Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
our jewellery is posted safely and securely in leatherette boxes. All our photos are taken with a
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21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.11ct Emerald Cut Mahenge Pink Spinel And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Halo Ring
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
. All our jewellery is posted safely and securely in leatherette boxes. All our photos are taken with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Petite Ruby Diamond Halo Ring in White Gold
Located in New York, NY
keep your jewelry item safe. A complimentary appraisal can be sent after 5 days of purchase via air
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

1.28ct Natural Vivid Violet Blue Sapphire Diamond Platinum Halo Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
quote without the chain or if you would prefer a different style or length of chain. All our jewellery
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Platinum

Emerald Diamond Halo Ring in White Gold
Located in New York, NY
accompanied by a Pico box to keep your jewelry item safe. A complimentary appraisal can be sent after 5 days
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

0.36ct Colombian Emerald Solitaire Engagement Ring In 18ct White Gold
Located in London, GB
M and comes with a beautiful jewellery box to keep it safe when not being worn. The ring can be
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, White Gold

Colombian Emerald Diamond Double Halo Ring in White Gold
Located in New York, NY
are packaged carefully and accompanied by a Pico box to keep your jewelry item safe. A complimentary
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold

Tsavorite Garnet and Diamond Ring in White Gold
Located in New York, NY
keep your jewelry item safe. A complimentary appraisal can be sent after 5 days of purchase via air
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Tsavorite, White Gold

Heart Shape Natural Round Brilliant Cut Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Earring Studs
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
. Polished to excellent condition. All our jewellery is posted safely and securely in leatherette boxes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Stud Earrings

Materials

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

8.04ct Light Blue Aquamarine Pear Teardrop Cut 18k Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
By Gems and Jewels UK
Located in Birmingham, GB
by Birmingham assay office to guarantee gold quality All our jewellery is posted safely and securely
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

3 Row Sapphire Diamond Dangle Drop Earring in White Gold
Located in New York, NY
packaged carefully and accompanied by a Pico box to keep your jewelry item safe. A complimentary appraisal
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold, 14k Gold

5.03 Carat Royal Blue Sapphire Cushion Three Stone Platinum Engagement Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Magnificent 5.03ct Royal Blue Sapphire Platinum Engagement Three Stone Ring by Merkaba Jewelry
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

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Jewelry Safe For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact jewelry safe you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment 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. Making the right choice when shopping for a jewelry safe 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. Creating a jewelry safe has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Gems and Jewels UK, Hermès and Tichu are consistently popular. Take a look at a jewelry safe featuring diamond from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and emerald cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a jewelry safe, 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 Jewelry Safe?

On average, a jewelry safe at 1stDibs sells for $1,835, while they’re typically $22 on the low end and $460,000 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.