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Gold Onyx Diamond Mother of Pearl Ear pendants
Located in San Antonio, TX
18kt gold onyx and diamonds ear pendants featuring mother of pearl lions, applied to abalone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx

Heart Shape Pearl 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite heart-shaped pendant features a stunning combination of mother of pearl and full cut
Category

2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Syna Yellow Gold Queen Bee Pendant with Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
hummingbird, studded with approximately 2 carats of diamonds and backed with a large mother of pearl. Please
Category

2010s Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Brown Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Vintage Alhambra Grey motif Diamond Pendant in 18k Rose Gold
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in New York, NY
necklace features a captivating black and white flower design, enhanced by a delicate grey mother of pearl
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Old Cut and Black Diamonds, Sapphires, White Mother of Pearl Owl Brooch/Pendant
Located in Hong Kong, HK
brilliant cut white diamonds, 0.96cts of black diamonds and 6.39cts of custom cut mother of pearl. All in
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Sapphire, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Black Diamond, Diamond, ...

Rare Van Cleef Arpels 18k Rose Gold Diamond Grey Mop Vintage Alhambra Pendant
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in New York, NY
necklace features a captivating black and white flower design, enhanced by a delicate grey mother of pearl
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Boulder Opal Diamond Link Gold One-of-a-Kind Charm Pendant, Just Jules 2024
By Julie Romanenko
Located in Dallas, TX
grandmother’s pearls. From an early age, she watched her mother and grandmother revel in the delight of their
Category

2010s American Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Mixe...

18ct Yellow &White Gold Diamond Set Earrings Pendant, Set With 0.45ct Diamonds
Located in London, GB
-tone design. The set is adorned with 0.45ct of sparkling natural diamonds, and mother of pearl shell
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Citrine Sapphire Diamond Gold MotherofPearl Pendant Chain
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Signature Mother of Pearl Pendant consists of: - 2" length x width - mother of pearl discs with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

CLARISSA BRONFMAN MotherOfPearl Blue Topaz Gold Diamond Hummingbird Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Signature Blue Topaz Hummingbird Mother-of-pearl pendant consists of: - approximately 2" length x
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Rose Quartz, MOP, Pink Sapphire Diamond Pendant With Enamel in 14k Rose Gold
Located in JAIPUR, IN
Birthstone Jewelry/ Jewelry Handmade Pendant/jewelry handcraft jewelry. mother Day special jewelry pendant
Category

2010s Indian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Quartz, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

14KT Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl, Diamond and Ruby Disc Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This elegant pendant features a mother of pearl disc, beautifully set in 14KT yellow gold. The disc
Category

Vintage 1910s American Art Nouveau Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

NeverNot 14K Gold “Dreamy Night” Diamond Gemstone Suitcase Pendant Necklace
Located in North Attleboro, MA
sky, a carved turquoise cloud, a luminous white mother-of-pearl horizon, and a glowing yellow mother
Category

21st Century and Contemporary English Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

VAN CLEEF ARPELS Ruby Diamond Yellow Gold Owl Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in New York, NY
21.0mm owl pendant set with Mother-of-Pearl and brilliant-cut round E-F-G VVS1-VVS2 diamonds weighing an
Category

Vintage 1970s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN MotherofPearl Topaz Diamond Bird Pendant Blue 2Link Chain
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
gold plated - approximately 18" length - clasp Signature Blue Topaz Hummingbird Mother-of-pearl
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Enamel

Bvlgari Gelati Diamond Mother of Pearl 18k Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Banbury, GB
Rose Gold Stones Diamond, Mother of Pearl Total Diamond Weight 0.08ct approx Weight 10.59 g Length 46
Category

2010s Italian Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mother of Pearl and Onyx Hot Air Balloon Brooch / Pendant with Diamond Basket
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
. The balloon features alternating onyx and mother of pearl inlays, meticulously arranged to capture the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Amethyst Ruby Diamond MOP Floral Pendant 14K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
mother of pearl. Pendant size: 34.4mm x 23.3mm. Total weight: 6.30 grams. No chain included. Comes with a
Category

2010s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mattioli Pendant M Size 11 Colored Puzzles 18K Rose Gold Diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
0.21ct Chain 90cm The Mother of pearl pendant multicolored pieces are 22x27mm or 0.86x1.06 inches Box
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Angara Japanese Akoya Cultured Pearl Lariat-Style Heart Necklace in 14K Gold
By ANGARA INC.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
diamonds in a graduating pattern, looks charming on the necklace.June Birthstone Pendant for
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold

VAN CLEEF ARPELS Vintage Alhambra Diamond Grey MOP LE Pendant Necklace
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in New York, NY
collection features a gray mother-of-pearl lucky clover pendant crafted in 18k yellow gold and bezel-set with
Category

2010s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN 14kgold Sapphire Diamond Ebony Eye Pendant Grey Gold Alonso
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Signature Pendant consists of: - 1.75" length width - 14k solid gold - mother-of-pearl - sapphire
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold

Gorgeous 18kt White Gold Diamond Pendant Necklace Black Mother of Pearl
Located in Antwerp, BE
Unique and Gorgeous 18kt White Gold Pendant Necklace With Diamonds And Black Mother of Pearl
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Artisan More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mattioli Puzzle Ceramic Small Pendant in 18k Rose Gold Brown Diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
coloured mother of pearl change at a touch of the fingers, and chains can be worn with pendants, or as
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, ...

Mattioli Puzzle Ceramic Small Pendant in 18k Rose Gold Brown Diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
NEW Mattioli Puzzle Ceramic Small 18k White Gold Pendant with Brown Diamonds and three Ceramics in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, ...

Malachite and Diamond 17 Necklace
Located in Cedar Grove, NJ
-green malachite, luminous mother-of-pearl, and sparkling pavé-set diamonds, this piece offers a unique
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Malachite, 14k Gold

Mattioli Pendant M Size 11 Colored Puzzles 18K Rose Gold Brown Diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Diamonds 0.21ct Chain 90cm The Mother of pearl pendant multicolored pieces are 22x27mm or 0.86x1.06
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Mattioli Mini Puzzle Pendant in yellow gold and tsavorites
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
, rings and earrings coloured mother of pearl change at a touch of the fingers, and chains can be worn
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Ro...

CLARISSA BRONFMAN 14k Gold Malachite Diamond Motherofpearl Ebony 3 Charm Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
-of-pearl - diamonds - malachite This pendant comes with a complimentary satin silk gold cord
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Malachite, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Michael Kneebone Amethyst Citrine Topaz Pink Sapphire Diamond Flower Pendant
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
A carved mother-of-pearl flower forms the foundation for this elegant one-of-a-kind combination
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Topaz, 18k Gold

Hot Air Ballon Pendant Vintage Diamond MOP Onyx 14k Yellow Gold Brooch Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed Hot Air Ballon pendant crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Mother of pearl and onyx
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Tigers Eye Gold Rosary Ebony Diamond Malachite Charm Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
gold, 18k solid gold - mother-of-pearl - diamonds - malachite Please Note: Some of our jewelry photos
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Malachite, Gold, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Baroque Akoya Pearl Necklace with 18 Karat Gold Frog Climbing on 14K Leaf
By Eytan Brandes
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
weight: 0.05 carats > Total estimated diamond weight: 0.12 carats > Total pendant weight: 15.5 grams
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Emerald, White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow...

14K Yellow Gold Multi-Gem Flower Motif Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
the beauty of the diamonds and mother of pearl. Suspended from a strand of 11 mm white pearls with a
Category

1990s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond Pear Shape 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Los Angeles, CA
with mother-of-pearl (1.15CT), lapis, and malachite, all elegantly accented by 49 full-cut diamonds
Category

2010s American Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Givenchy Vintage Large Sapphire Diamond Tear Drop White Round Pearls Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage Large Sapphire Navy Blue Crystals Diamond Tear Water Drop White Round Pearls
Category

1990s French Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Van Cleef Arpels Vintage Alhambra MOP Diamond Rose Gold 2012 Holiday Pendant
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Banbury, GB
****** Metal 18k Rose Gold Stones Diamond, Mother of Pearl Total Diamond Weight 0.05ct approx Weight
Category

2010s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mattioli Mini Puzzle Pendant in white Gold and blue Sapphires
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
mother of pearl change at a touch of the fingers, and chains can be worn with pendants, or as sautoirs
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Ro...

Mattioli Puzzle Ceramic Small 18k White Gold Pendant and Rose Puzzle
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
earrings coloured mother of pearl change at a touch of the fingers, and chains can be worn with pendants
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Handcraft Owl 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Sapphires Opal Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
with diamonds,sapphires,opals,emeralds,mother-of-pearls barrels and onyx balls Necklace total weight
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Opal, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ruby diamond lighthouse pendant necklace 14KT white gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stunning Lighthouse made with mother of pearl, diamonds and rubies! METAL: 14KT NATURAL DIAMOND(S
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Emerald Arizona Turquoise MOP Pendant Necklace SI/H Diamond 14k Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
carats Arizona Turquoise, 5.36 carats mother of pearl and 0.95 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Emerald Arizona Turquoise MOP Pendant Necklace SI/H Diamond 18k Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
carats Arizona Turquoise, 5.36 carats mother of pearl and 0.95 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Evil Eye Diamond 14 Karat Gold White Enamel Charm Pendant Medallion Necklace
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
The 14 karat gold pendant is hand set with 9.06 carats mother of pearl, .01 carats sapphire and .22
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18k Gold and Malachite Pendant
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
situations and occasions. Thanks to innovation, rings and earrings coloured mother of pearl change at a touch
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Malachite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Mattioli Puzzle 18k rose gold Medium pendant box 2 colours brown diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Puzzle medium pendant in 18k rose gold, brown diamond pavé 1,88 cts. and two coloured puzzles - 90
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mattioli Puzzle 18k yellow gold Medium pendant box 2 colours white diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Puzzle medium pendant in 18k yellow gold, white diamond pavé 1,88 cts. and two coloured puzzles
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mattioli Puzzle 18k white gold Medium pendant box 2 colours white diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Puzzle medium pendant in 18k white gold, white diamond pavé 1,88 cts. and two coloured puzzles - 90
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mattioli Puzzle 18k rose gold Medium pendant box 2 colours white diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Puzzle medium pendant in 18k rose gold, white diamond pavé 1,88 cts. and two coloured puzzles - 90
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mattioli Puzzle 18k yellow gold Medium pendant box 2 colours white diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Puzzle medium pendant in 18k yellow gold, white diamond pavé 1,67 cts. and two coloured puzzles
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18k yellow gold pendant box 2 colours White diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Puzzle small pendant in 18k yellow gold and white diamonds pavé 0,89 cts. and two coloured puzzles
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mattioli Puzzle 18k rose gold Medium pendant box 2 colours white diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Puzzle medium pendant in 18k rose gold, white diamond pavé 1,67 cts. and two coloured puzzles - 90
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mattioli Puzzle 18k white gold Medium pendant box 2 colours white diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Puzzle medium pendant in 18k white gold, white diamond pavé 1,67 cts. and two coloured puzzles - 90
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mattioli Puzzle 18k rose gold Medium pendant box 2 colours brown diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Puzzle medium pendant in 18k rose gold, brown diamond pavé 1,67 cts. and two coloured puzzles - 90
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18k white gold pendant box 2 colours white diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Puzzle small pendant in 18k white gold, white diamond pavé 0,89 cts. and two coloured puzzles - 45
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18k rose gold pendant box 2 colours white diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Puzzle small pendant in 18k rose gold, white diamond pavé 0,89 cts. and two coloured puzzles - 45
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18k rose gold pendant box 2 colours brown diamonds
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Puzzle small pendant in 18k rose gold, brown diamond pavé 0,89 cts. and two coloured puzzles - 45
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

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Mother Of Pearl And Diamond Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the mother of pearl and diamond pendant you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 27 vintage editions and 114 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect mother of pearl and diamond pendant may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A mother of pearl and diamond pendant from Kabana, Syna Jewels and Van Cleef Arpels — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any mother of pearl and diamond pendant from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 120 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also mixed cut and brilliant cut versions for sale. Most of our mother of pearl and diamond pendant for sale are for women, but there are 33 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Mother Of Pearl And Diamond Pendant?

On average, a mother of pearl and diamond pendant at 1stDibs sells for $2,473, while they’re typically $310 on the low end and $68,542 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.

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