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Luca Carati Bold Onyx Rose Gold Ring
By Luca Carati
Located in San Francisco, CA
Luca Carati 18Kt Rose Gold Ring features a bold 29.5 carat Onyx polished & cut in a Navette shape
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

Luca Carati Citrine Diamond Gold Flower Ring
By Luca Carati
Located in San Francisco, CA
Luca Carati 18Kt white gold flower design ring featuring 5 pear shape citrine flower petals set in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold

Luca Carati 3.75 Carats Diamond Gold Tennis Bracelet
By Luca Carati
Located in New York, NY
Designer Luca Carati Tennis Bracelet. The bracelet is 18K Satin Finish & High Polish Finish White
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

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

Luca Carati 18 Karat Gold Silver and Grey Rhodium Diamond "C" Round Cufflinks
By Luca Carati
Located in Southampton, PA
Charm and elegance are perfectly embodied in this stunning pair of cufflinks by Luca Carati. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Luca Carati 18K Rose Gold Citrine Diamond Pendant Necklace 0.10Cttw
By Luca Carati
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful Citrine & diamond pendant necklace is crafted in 18k rose gold. The setting is set with tiny round cut diamonds that are 0.10cttw. Citrine size: 8.35cts. Pendant size:...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Rose Gold

Luca Carati 18K Yellow Gold Large Diamond Pendant Long Necklace 2.31Cttw C136
By Luca Carati
Located in New York, NY
A stunning large pendant necklace featuring a floral pattern with all round brilliant cut diamonds measuring to a diamond total carat weight of 2.1 . At it's center is two lovely b...
Category

2010s Italian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

1970s Lucas Long Gold Nugget Link Chain
Located in New York, NY
A long, handmade 18 karat gold chain, by Lucas, Canada, c. 1970. Chain measures 41" long and
Category

Vintage 1970s Canadian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Brutalist Cartier Designer Lucas 18 Karat Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Rare Lucas Cartier 18k Brutalist gold ring, circa 1975. Lucas was a designer for Cartier for a
Category

Late 20th Century Canadian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Don Lucas Vintage Turquoise Concho Belt, circa 1980s
Located in Litchfield, CT
HALLMARKS: Don Lucas, Sterling, and copyright symbol STOCK NUMBER: 24723 Jewelry acquired from this
Category

Vintage 1980s American Native American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Turquoise, Sterling Silver

Lucas Lameth Brutalist Marble and Metal Multi-Strand Necklace
Located in Atlanta, GA
A stunning multi-row brutalist choker necklace designed by Lucas Lameth circa 2000. The necklace
Category

Early 2000s Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate, Silver Plate

18k Gold Platinum Studs Pearl Earrings by Gabriel Lucas, Montreal
Located in Montreal, QC
18k gold and platinum stud pearl earrings by Gabriel Lucas, Montreal circa 1970. Pearl measures
Category

Vintage 1970s Canadian Stud Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

Wittmann Set of Antilles Side Tables by Luca Nichetto in Stock
By Luca Nichetto, Wittmann
Located in New York, NY
jewelry inspired Luca Nichetto to create this extraordinary table collection. The elliptical plates in
Category

2010s Austrian Tables

Materials

Marble

1960s Gold and Sterling Silver Yin Yang Pendant for a Necklace by Roger Lucas
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Roger Lucas. Lucas was a noted Montreal based jewelry designer in the 1960s and 1970s. Reverse marked
Category

Vintage 1960s Canadian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Sterling Silver

LUCA RAZZA c.1970 s Large Gold Leo Lion Head Zodiac Pendant Statement Necklace
Located in Thiensville, WI
Vintage Luca Razza c.1970's gold leo lion head pendant necklace. From Luca Razza's Zodiac
Category

Vintage 1970s American Pendant Necklaces

Rustic Two Tone Hammered Mens Wedding Band 18ct Yellow Gold and White Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
creator of one of the most iconic designs in the history of Italian high jewellery, Luca Bartoleschi, she
Category

2010s German Aesthetic Movement Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

4.01ct Emerald Oval Cut Forget Me Knot Ring in 18Carat Yellow Gold with Emeralds
Located in Brisbane, AU
Italian high jewellery, Luca Bartoleschi, she founded her own Maison with her sister. Her sister shares
Category

2010s Australian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, 22k Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold

2ct Emerald and diamond Forget Me Knot ring in platinum and 22k gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
Italian high jewellery, Luca Bartoleschi, she founded her own Maison with her sister, Holly. Holly shares
Category

2010s Oceanic Artisan Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 22k Gold, Platinum

Luca Carati Sapphire Diamond Gold Button Cufflinks
By Luca Carati
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Luca Carati 18K white gold cufflinks featuring approx. 0.40ctw of sapphires and approx. 0.40ctw of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Luca Jouel Diamond and Silver Ikon Ring
By Luca Jouel
Located in South Perth, AU
. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Luca Jouel is a boutique Australian ethical fine jewellery brand offering beautiful custom designed and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Silver

Luca Jouel Unique Decorative Band in Yellow Gold
By Luca Jouel
Located in South Perth, AU
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Luca Jouel is a boutique Australian ethical fine jewellery brand offering beautiful custom designed and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Luca Jouel Petite Heart Necklace in Rose Gold
By Luca Jouel
Located in South Perth, AU
. Chain: 1.6mm, 51cm, carabine clasp ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Luca
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Luca Jouel Black Diamond Starr Band in Rose Gold
By Luca Jouel
Located in South Perth, AU
. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Luca Jouel is a boutique Australian ethical fine jewellery brand offering beautiful custom designed and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Luca Jouel Zen Cercle Black Diamond Necklace in Rose Gold
By Luca Jouel
Located in South Perth, AU
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Luca Jouel is a boutique Australian ethical fine jewellery brand offering beautiful custom designed and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Luca Jouel Lotus Love Necklace in 18 Carat Yellow Gold
By Luca Jouel
Located in South Perth, AU
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Luca Jouel is a boutique Australian ethical fine jewellery brand offering beautiful custom designed and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Luca Jouel Cushion Diamond GIA Certified E VS1 Daisy Necklace
By Luca Jouel
Located in South Perth, AU
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Luca Jouel is an ethical boutique Australian fine jewellery brand offering beautiful custom designed
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Luca Jouel Rose Cut Diamond Drop Earrings in Yellow Gold
By Luca Jouel
Located in South Perth, AU
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Luca Jouel is a boutique Australian ethical fine jewellery brand offering beautiful custom designed and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Luca Jouel Diamond Dress Ring in 18 Carat Rose Gold
By Luca Jouel
Located in South Perth, AU
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Luca Jouel is a boutique Australian ethical fine jewellery brand offering beautiful custom designed and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Luca Jouel Orientālī Diamond Flower Stud Earring in Yellow Gold
By Luca Jouel
Located in South Perth, AU
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Luca Jouel is a boutique Australian fine jewellery brand offering beautiful custom designed and made
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Luca Jouel Diamond Deco Style Huggie Hoop Earrings in Rose Gold
By Luca Jouel
Located in South Perth, AU
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Luca Jouel is a boutique Australian ethical fine jewellery brand offering beautiful custom designed and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Luca Jouel Violet Sapphire Ornate Floral Ring in 18 Carat Yellow Gold
By Luca Jouel
Located in South Perth, AU
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Luca Jouel is a boutique Australian ethical fine jewellery brand offering beautiful custom designed and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Luca Jouel Rhodolite Garnet Cabochon Deco Style Stud Earrings in Yellow Gold
By Luca Jouel
Located in South Perth, AU
. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Luca Jouel is a boutique Australian ethical fine jewellery brand offering beautiful custom designed and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Luca Jouel Full Circle Diamond Eternity Ring in 18 Carat Rose Gold
By Luca Jouel
Located in South Perth, AU
. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Luca Jouel is a boutique Australian ethical fine ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Luca Jouel Marquise Diamond Arabesque Ring and Arabesque Band in Yellow Gold
By Luca Jouel
Located in South Perth, AU
++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Luca Jouel is a boutique Australian ethical fine ...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Luca Jouel Violet Sapphire and Diamond Ring in Platinum and Yellow Gold
By Luca Jouel
Located in South Perth, AU
. ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Luca Jouel is a boutique Australian ethical fine jewellery brand offering beautiful custom designed and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Luca Diamond Bracelet in 18k Black Rhodium Gold and over 7.0 Carats Diamonds
By Luca Carati
Located in Surfside, FL
ESTIMATED RETAIL: $25,200.00 YOUR PRICE: $16,440 Designer signed "Luca" Italian Lattice design
Category

2010s Italian Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Rhodium

Luca Jouel One of a Kind 4.29 Carat Diamond Briolette Lotus Earrings in Gold
By Luca Jouel
Located in South Perth, AU
(approximately 2.07ct) ++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Luca Jouel is a boutique
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Luca Jouel One of a Kind 4.05 Carat Diamond Slice Necklace and Diamond Ring
By Luca Jouel
Located in South Perth, AU
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Luca Jouel is a boutique Australian fine jewellery brand offering beautiful custom designed and made
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Luca Jouel One of a Kind 4.05 Carat Spotty Diamond Slice Necklace in Rose Gold
By Luca Jouel
Located in South Perth, AU
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++ Luca Jouel is a boutique Australian fine jewellery brand offering beautiful custom designed and made
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Luca Milan Neoprene Bracelet
Located in Dallas, TX
Luca Lorenzini by Lecil Henderson Neoprene Bracelet. Fits Standard 7 inch wrist. Magnet twist
Category

2010s Italian Modern More Bracelets

Materials

Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Fine Fashion Bracelet from Luca Lorenzini
Located in Dallas, TX
Ladies Black Leather Double Bracelet Sliver White Sapphires Magnetic Clasp 7"Inches
Category

2010s Italian Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Fine Fashion Bracelet from Luca Lorenzini
Located in Dallas, TX
Ladies Black Leather Double Row and White Sapphires in Yellow Plated Gold over Sterling Silver. Magnetic Clasp 7"Inches.
Category

2010s Italian Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Sapphire, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate

Fine Fashion Bracelet from Luca Lorenzini
Located in Dallas, TX
Ladies Black Leather Double Row and White Sapphires in Rose Plated Gold over Sterling Silver. Magnetic Clasp 7"Inches.
Category

2010s Italian Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Gents Orange Leather Bracelet from Luca Lorenzini
Located in Dallas, TX
Gents Suede Leather Orange Bracelet made in Italy by Luca Lorenzini. With sterling silver accents
Category

2010s Italian Modern More Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

18 Carat Yellow Gold Round Cut Diamonds Earrings
By Luca Carati
Located in Valenza, IT
, 2/3 weeks delivery High Jewelry Collection Luca Carati High Jewelry is the highest expression of
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Carat Yellow Gold and Round Cut Diamonds Bracelet
By Luca Carati
Located in Valenza, IT
Handmade in Italy, 2/3 weeks delivery High Jewelry Collection Luca Carati High Jewelry is the highest
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Carat White Gold Tourmaline Diamond Classical Design Necklace
By Luca Carati
Located in Valenza, IT
); total piece weight: 38,10 gr. Handmade in Italy High Jewelry Collection Luca Carati High Jewelry is
Category

2010s Italian Neoclassical More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, White Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Carat Yellow Gold and Round Cut Diamonds Necklace
By Luca Carati
Located in Valenza, IT
Length Handmade in Italy, 2/3 weeks delivery High Jewelry Collection Luca Carati High Jewelry is the
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

Carlo Luca della Quercia Quartz Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Illario
Located in Bari, IT
Carlo Luca della Quercia Beautiful Cocktail Ring feautered with a ball shape 17.67 ct. quartz and
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2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

GIA Certified 1.55 Carat Natural Fancy Yellow Diamond Halo Ring
By Luca Gems
Located in Pikesville, MD
This gorgeous ring by Luca Gems, a high-end jewelry designer specializing in colored diamonds
Category

2010s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Carat White Gold Round Cut Diamonds Dangle Earrings
By Luca Carati
Located in Valenza, IT
Elizabethan touch Total piece weight: 15,40 gr Handmade in Italy Each Luca Carati creation is delivered with
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2010s Italian Renaissance Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Carat Rose and White Gold Round Cut Diamonds Blue and Pink Sapphires
By Luca Carati
Located in Valenza, IT
sapphires. Total piece weight 12,40 gr. Size 7 US, 54 EU Handmade in Italy, ready in stock Each Luca Carati
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gol...

6.44 Carat Blue Sapphire Sugar Loaf and Diamond Ring
By Luca Gems
Located in Dallas, TX
This dazzling 18K white gold diamond ring features a cushion sugar loaf cut blue Sapphire, that weighs 6.44 carats. Accenting this magnificent blue Sapphire, are twelve round rose cu...
Category

2010s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

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

18 Carat White Gold Tourmaline Diamond Classical Design Clip-On Earrings
By Luca Carati
Located in Valenza, IT
. Handmade in Italy High Jewelry Collection Luca Carati High Jewelry is the highest expression of our
Category

2010s Italian Neoclassical Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, White Diamond, 18k Gold

70 S Gold Resin Carved Owl Pendant Necklace By Luca Razza
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
1970'S Gold & Resin Owl pendant Necklace By. Lucca Razza. The large own pendant is sculpted from resin composite with plastic eyes and gold plate in the beak, bale and lower faux boi...
Category

20th Century American Pendant Necklaces

Luca Carati Gold Diamond M Initial Cufflinks
By Luca Carati
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Luca Carati 18K white and rose gold cufflinks featuring "M's" in approx. 0.06ctw of diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Luca Carati Diamond J Initial Gold Cufflinks
By Luca Carati
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Luca Carati 18K white and yellow gold cufflinks featuring a "J" initial in approx. 0.02ctw of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Luca Carati Bold Diamond Yellow Gold Dress Ring
By Luca Carati
Located in QLD , AU
. Designed by the Italian jewellery house of Luca Carati, it is superbly handcrafted and is beautiful piece
Category

1990s Italian Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

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Lucas Jewellery For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate lucas jewellery for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and white gold. You can easily find a 45 antique edition and 374 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a lucas jewellery may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. A lucas jewellery from Luca Carati, Luca Jouel and Cartier — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A lucas jewellery can be a stylish choice for most occasions, but diamond rings, from our inventory of 328, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. 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 rose cut and emerald cut alternatives. Finding a lucas jewellery for sale for women should be easy, but there are 119 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a Lucas Jewellery?

On average, a lucas jewellery at 1stDibs sells for $2,926, while they’re typically $100 on the low end and $160,837 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.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.