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14 Karat Blue Boy Masterpiece Hand Painted MOP Pendant #0832
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold 'Blue Boy' Hand Painted Mother of Pearl Pendant. Absolutely lovely recreated
Category

Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Tree Ocean Masterpiece Hand Painted MOP Pendant #0820
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hand Painted Ocean Scene on Mother of Pearl Pendant. Absolutely lovely ocean
Category

Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Blue Boy Masterpiece Hand Painted MOP Pendant #0676
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold 'Blue Boy' Hand Painted Mother of Pearl Pendant. Absolutely lovely recreated
Category

Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Rose Planter Masterpiece Hand Painted MOP Pendant #0782
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Rose Planter Hand Painted on a Mother of Pearl Pendant. The miniature painting
Category

Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Mona Lisa Masterpiece Hand Painted MOP Pendant #0776
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow 'Gold Mona' Lisa Hand Painted Mother of Pearl Pendant. Absolutely lovely recreated
Category

Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Mona Lisa Masterpiece Hand Painted MOP Pendant #0775
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow 'Gold Mona' Lisa Hand Painted Mother of Pearl Pendant. Absolutely lovely recreated
Category

Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Holly Maria Pendant solid 14K Gold / 4.2 gr
Located in SE
This antique or vintage European pendant with cast image of Holly Mother may become a nice addition
Category

Vintage 1950s European Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Eternelle Orchid Necklace Onyx Diamond Rose Gold for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
Shimmering Mother of Pearl, Topaz, Quartz, and Diamonds. Each piece captures a moment of eternal love
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Rose Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Butterflies Masterpiece Hand Painted MOP Pendant #576
Located in Palm Desert, CA
14 Karat Yellow Gold Hand Painted Butterflies and Roses on Mother of Pearl Pendant. Absolutely
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Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

34.53 Carat White Diamond Sapphire Emerald Tanzanite Yellow Gold Triton Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Enamel, Mother of Pearl and Shell. The Length of the Necklace is 65cm. We're a workshop so every piece
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Classical Greek Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

18K Gold Tahitian Mother of Pearl Earrings Pendant Slide Jewelry Vintage Set
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Tahitian & Mother of Pearl Jewelry Set. Elevate any look with
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1990s Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique European Pendant Dimeter Miniature Painting Silver Gold Paste /1.2gr
Located in SE
semitransparent plate of the mother of Pearl. The bow-shaped hanger makes this pendant complete. Likely French or
Category

Antique 1780s French Greek Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Silver

Tanzanite, Mother of Pearl Diamond Necklace in18K White Gold Handmade Necklace
Located in JAIPUR, IN
. total). set in between Mother of Pearl plates weighing approx. 47.2 total carat weight to further
Category

2010s Indian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Inspired 8.78 Ct Gemstone Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Statement Necklace
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
emerald-cut green gemstones, mother of pearl, turquoise, and pavé-set diamonds, this necklace reflect a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Art Deco Inspired 8.78 Ct Gemstone Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Statement Necklace
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
emerald-cut green gemstones, mother of pearl, turquoise, and pavé-set diamonds, this necklace reflect a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Donna Chambers 14k Yellow Gold Mother Pearl Goddess Pendant Brooch Cadillac
Located in Hyattsville, MD
Contemporary Pin/Pendant. 14K Gold Antique Mother-of-Pearl, Chinese Gambling Chip Pin, and
Category

1990s American Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

Long Bar, Australian Opal Inlay Necklace with Diamonds, 14kt Yellow Gold, by Kab
By Kabana
Located in Bozeman, MT
Long Bar, Australian Opal Inlay Necklace with Diamonds, 16" in length, pendant measure 2 inches in
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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 14K Yellow Gold Carved Mother of Pearl Cameo Brooch Pendant
Located in New York, NY
Discover the timeless beauty of this vintage carved mother of pearl cameo brooch pendant. Crafted
Category

Antique Mid-18th Century Retro Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sunita Nahata Mystic Green Tourmaline Necklace in 18 Karat White Yellow Gold
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Mystic Green Tourmalines centred on an irregular frame of Tsavorites, Mother of Pearl and Diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Tsavorite, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White...

Sunita Nahata Tanzanite 11.08ct. Necklace in 18KWG with Multi stone.
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The pendant features a water drop-shaped Tanzanite stone with Tanzanite hue, adorned with mother of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Keshi Natural Pearl Diamond Gold Pendant Necklace
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
baroque pearl pendant on a round link chain. Total diamond weight: about 0.24 carat. Estimated Diamond
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20th Century French Drop Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Natural Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Y...

Memento Half Diamond, Half Mother of Pearl Butterfly Ring Yellow Gold
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
collection is a luxurious and modern representation of classical motifs. This collection features diamond
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Memento Half Diamond, Half Mother of Pearl Butterfly Ring White Gold
By Ri Noor
Located in Houston, TX
collection is a luxurious and modern representation of classical motifs. This collection features diamond
Category

2010s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Mother of Pearl Diamonds Coral Onyx White Gold 18 Karat Drop Earrings
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
upper part to the pendant is a delicate diamond-shaped link, finely adorned with small brilliant-cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mattioli Puzzle 18k Gold Natural Mother of Pearl Necklace
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 Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mattioli Puzzle 18k Gold Natural Mother of Pearl Earrings
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18 Karat Gold and Mother of Pearl Earrings Option in Rose Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

"Baby Boom" Necklace with Eleven Gold Antique American Baby Rings on Black Chain
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
them for their christenings, or for photos, or (ickily) for their funerals, or mothers received them as
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Early 20th Century American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire,...

CLARISSA BRONFMAN 14k Solid Gold Link Chain Ebony MOPearl Sapphire Evil Eye
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

29Tcw Art Deco Emerald Mother of Pearl Lariat Diamond 14 Karat Gold Necklace
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
29Tcw Art Deco Emerald Mother of Pearl Lariat Diamond 14 Karat Gold Necklace. The centerpiece
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

29Tcw Art Deco Emerald Mother of Pearl Lariat Diamond 18 Karat Gold Necklace
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
29Tcw Art Deco Emerald Mother of Pearl Lariat Diamond 18 Karat Gold Necklace. The centerpiece
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

Asch Grossbardt 18 Kt YG .80 Ct Diamond Mother of Pearl Flower Earrings
By Asch Grossbardt
Located in New York, NY
mother of pearl. The center of the flowers are set with a total of 14 round brilliant diamonds totaling
Category

2010s American Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Kabana Diamond Pink Mother of Pearl 14k Rose Gold Palm Tree Charm
By Kabana
Located in Boca Raton, FL
luxurious piece that combines the allure of mother of pearl with the sparkle of diamonds. Crafted in 14k
Category

2010s American Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold

18 Kt Gold 3 Rows Pearl, Gold Diamonds Necklace/Pendant, One of a Kind
Located in Antwerp, BE
Stunning 18 kt yellow golden pearl necklace with stunning mother of pearl pendant set with diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold

18K Rose Gold Butterfly Garden Sapphire Necklace
By Althoff Jewelry
Located in Hong Kong, HK
CT 20 Fancy Diamonds - 0.26 CT 33 Green Garnets - 0.45 CT 94 Pink Sapphires/Rubies - 1.30 CT 4 Mother
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21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, Rose Gold

Mattioli Puzzle 18k Gold Natural Mother of Pearl double strand bracelet
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 Chain Bracelets

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18 Karat Gold Natural Mother of Pearl Necklace
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
other mother of pearl colours, in yellow gold or white gold Important information for this ORDER
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique von Aminoff 3 Intaglio Fob wax Seal Citrine solid 18K Gold / 8.7gr
Located in SE
18th - 19th-century fob pendant in solid 18K Yellow Gold mount with 3 intaglio seals skillfully
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Antique Late 19th Century Swedish Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold

Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18 Karat in Rose Gold and Mother of Pearl Bracelet
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18 Karat in Rose Gold and Mother of Pearl Bracelet Length 19 cm / 0.75
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18 Karat in Rose Gold and Mother of Pearl Bracelet
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18 Karat in Rose Gold and Mother of Pearl Bracelet Gold Weight 08,20gr
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18k in Rose Gold Natural Mother of Pearl Bracelet
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 Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18 Karat Rose Gold, Mother of Pearl Chanel Necklace
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18 Karat Rose Gold, Mother of Pearl Chanel Necklace Gold Weight 15gr
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Amethyst, Turquoise, MOP and Diamond 14k Rose Gold Earring, Pendant Set
Located in JAIPUR, IN
mother-of-pearl accents (approx. 0.80 carats) create a stunning play of color and texture. Handcrafted to
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2010s Indian Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

White Diamond Emerald Onyx Pearl Enamel Yellow Gold Stud "Carousel" Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Mother of Pearl and Onyx. These Earrings have also Enamel and Pearls. These Earrings are available also
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater...

White Diamond Ruby Onyx Pearl Enamel Yellow Gold Stud "Carousel" Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Mother of Pearl and Onyx. These Earrings have also Enamel and Pearls. These Earrings are available also
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Freshwater Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Onyx, White Diamond, Diam...

White Diamond Citrine Onyx Pearl Enamel Yellow Gold Stud "Carousel" Earrings
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Mother of Pearl and Onyx. These Earrings have also Enamel and Pearls. These Earrings are available also
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Drop Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater...

Mellerio Paris, A French Gold, Diamonds, Silver, and Smoky Quartz Carved Horse
By Mellerio
Located in Queens, NY
Mellerio Paris, A French Gold, Diamonds, Silver-Gilt, Rock-Crystal, Jade, Mother-Of-Pearl and Smoky
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20th Century French Mounted Objects

Materials

Rock Crystal, Jade, Quartz, Gold, Silver

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Pearl Quartz Carnelian Diamond Ruby Ebony Hamsa Hand Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
- gold diamond clasp on top and bottom vertically to hang charms/pendants from - enamel 8 mm beads, - 14k
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Carnelian, Diamond, Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Vermeil, S...

Mattioli Puzzle Earrings 18k White Gold with Diamonds and 11 Color Pendants
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
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique / modern Sapphire, Rose Cut Diamond MOP Brooch/Pendant. Old Meets New
Located in Hong Kong, HK
cut blue sapphires and bead works along the edges. We custom cut a large piece of mother of pearl with
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2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Platinum

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Lapis Sapphire Diamond "Carmen" Rosary Motherofpearl Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
closes allowing to interchange pendants Signature Mother Of Pearl Pendant consists of: - 925 sterling
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Hematite, Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Quartz, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire,...

1970s 18kt Gold Bee Brooch Pendant Diamond Ruby Opal Rock Crystal Tourmaline
Located in Aventura, FL
Metal: 18Kt yellow Gold Stone: Diamond, Ruby, Opal, Crystal, Tourmaline, Mother of Pearl Measurements
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Vintage 1970s Modern Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Crystal, Diamond, Moonstone, Opal, Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k...

Cartier “Les Oiseaux Liberes” Diamond Emerald Beads Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
, highlighted with emerald eyes and mother-of-pearl beak, suspending a tassel of emerald beads with diamond
Category

Vintage 1980s French Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Mellerio Paris, a French Gold, Diamonds, Silver, and Smoky Quartz Carved Horse
By Mellerio dits Meller
Located in Long Island City, NY
Mellerio Paris, A French Gold, Diamonds, Silver-Gilt, Rock-Crystal, Jade, Mother-Of-Pearl and Smoky
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20th Century French Figurines and Sculptures

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, Quartz, Rock Crystal, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, Si...

Vintage MAYORS 18K Yellow Gold MOP Diamond Bow Brooch Pendant
By MAYORS
Located in Winter Springs, FL
inlaid with beautiful white mother of pearl as well as bead set with approximately .50ctw in F-G color Vs
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN "Age Of Elegance" Garnet Pearl Ruby Gold Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
. Combination of New and Vintage Charms. Age Of Elegance consists of mother of garnet, pearl, enamel, diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Onyx, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, Kyanite, Druzy, Gold, 1...

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Lapis Diamond Sapphire Cross Necklace Ebony Cross Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
bead - 925 sterling silver, double sided, diamond, mother of pearl evil eye bottom clasp - opens and
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, Sterling Silver

Zambian Emerald Turquoise Gemstone Pendant Diamond Necklace 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
, 35.40 carats mother of pearl, 16.60 carats natural turquoise and 8.30 carats of sparkling diamonds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Choker Necklaces

Materials

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