Pearl And Cameo
20th Century European Beaded Bracelets
Antique Mid-19th Century English High Victorian Brooches
Pearl, Agate, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Cuff Bracelets
Pearl, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Renaissance Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Vermeil
2010s Italian Artisan More Bracelets
Freshwater Pearl, Zircon, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Artisan More Necklaces
Onyx, Freshwater Pearl, Zircon, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Artisan Brooches
Onyx, Freshwater Pearl, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Oriental Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique 1860s Italian Victorian Dangle Earrings
Agate, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique 1880s Italian Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Agate, Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Renaissance Dangle Earrings
Pearl, Vermeil
Antique 18th Century Figurative Sculptures
Agate, Brass
21st Century and Contemporary More Earrings
Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 1870s French Etruscan Revival Brooches
Citrine, Pearl, Oriental Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Agate, Pearl, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Brooches
Coral, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
2010s American Classical Roman Beaded Necklaces
Agate, Diamond, Blue Diamond, Brown Diamond, Cultured Pearl, South Sea P...
Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Early Victorian Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold
20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches
Chalcedony, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1850s French Napoleon III Brooches
Carnelian, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Cufflinks
Pearl, Rhodium, Silver
Antique 19th Century French High Victorian Brooches
Coral, Pearl, 18k Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Cufflinks
Silver
2010s Italian Artisan Drop Earrings
Diamond, Black Diamond, Sterling Silver
2010s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Silver
2010s Italian Artisan Cufflinks
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Earrings
Pearl, 24k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver, Vermeil
Antique Early 19th Century Italian Classical Greek Dangle Earrings
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Italian Natural Specimens
Gold
Antique Early 19th Century Italian Victorian Brooches
Antique 1860s French Napoleon III Drop Earrings
Agate, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique 1850s French Napoleon III Drop Earrings
18k Gold
Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Early 2000s French Pendant Necklaces
Early 20th Century More Jewelry
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique 1890s European Art Nouveau Models and Miniatures
Pearl, Gold
Antique Early 1900s More Jewelry
Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1870s French Brooches
Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique 1850s Italian Artisan Cocktail Rings
Natural Pearl
Mid-20th Century Fashion Rings
Coral, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century French Napoleon III Brooches
Agate, Natural Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Baroque Dangle Earrings
Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, Rose Gold, Vermeil, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s American Brooches
Crystal, Other, Pearl, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century Italian Retro Beaded Bracelets
Diamond, Pearl, Topaz, 9k Gold, Silver
Antique 1870s French Napoleon III Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary More Earrings
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Dangle Earrings
Diamond, Pearl, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Brooches
Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Baroque Drop Earrings
Gold, Rose Gold, Vermeil, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Mid-19th Century English Victorian Collectible Jewelry
Agate, Gold
Antique 1850s Victorian Brooches
Agate, Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Dangle Earrings
Crystal, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, Rose Gold, Vermeil, Silver, Sterli...
Antique 1880s French Brooches
Pearl, Agate, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Amethyst, Diamond, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold
Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Beaded Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 9k Gold, Silver
Antique 1880s French Drop Earrings
18k Gold
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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.
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- What is a hardstone cameo?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021Hardstone cameos are composed of any hard gemstone material that is intended for detailed carving. A cameo is a gemstone carved in a raised relief that features landscapes, mythological figures, or most notably, portraits of women’s profiles. These hand-carved, detailed reliefs are typically set in gold or silver and used to adorn pieces of jewelry such as necklaces, bracelets, pendants and rings. Find cameo jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What are cameos made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMay 30, 2024What cameos are made of varies. During the Victorian age, when cameos were most popular, artisans produced them out of an array of natural materials, including mother-of-pearl, shells, agate, ivory, onyx and coral. Modern-day reproductions may feature resin or other man-made materials. On 1stDibs, shop a diverse assortment of cameos.
- What were cameos used for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A cameo is a decorative accessory made of hard stone or gemstone, on which portraits or “reliefs” are carved. First seen in ancient Rome, the piece became popular again in the Victorian era, and is still seen in production today. Find a collection of vintage and contemporary cameos from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- What is a lava cameo?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A lava cameo is a medallion made out of dark limestone found around Pompeii, an Italian city that was destroyed by a volcano. Normally, the cameos feature relief sculptures of people shown in profile. They often decorate earrings, necklaces, brooches and other pieces of jewelry. On 1stDibs, shop a range of lava cameo jewelry.
- What is a coral cameo?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A coral cameo is a piece of jewelry or a decorative object that features a coral gemstone with a face on it. Jewelry makers produce it by carving in high relief onto the surface of the coral. Find a range of coral cameo jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What is a cameo vase?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022A cameo vase is a decorative glass vase that features a design in raised relief achieved by engraving, etching and carving. The earliest examples date back to ancient Roman times, and the decorative objects experienced a revival during the Art Nouveau and Neo-Grec periods. On 1stDibs, find a range of cameo vases.
- What is agate cameo?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021Agate cameos are measured as semi-precious stones which are created from multi-colored banded agate and conch shell. Nowadays, by using different materials, agate cameos are robust and support sophisticated pieces of art. A wide range of agate cameo jewelry can be found on 1stDibs.
- What is a cameo relief?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A cameo is a method of carving a gem or stone in a raised, relief image. The cameo gem is typically two different colored layers to provide a contrast between the figures in the foreground and the background detail. On 1stDibs, find a collection of cameo reliefs from some of the world’s top sellers.
- What is Roman cameo glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Roman cameo glass is a type of glassware that features raised figures. The term may refer to pieces produced by the Ancient Romans or ones done in the style of classical vases and other objects. You'll find a selection of cameo glass serveware and decorative objects on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022What a cameo ring represents depends on the piece. The figures shown on some cameo jewelry depict an actual person, such as Queen Elizabeth II. Most jewelry does not symbolize a particular person but rather simply shows an image of a woman or man in silhouette or a three-quarter view. On 1stDibs, find a collection of cameo rings.
- 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 28, 2021A cameo is a hard or precious gemstone carved in relief so that the figures project from a supporting background. A cameo ring is one with such a carved stone. The most common motif of antique cameo rings is a depiction of a profile of a face or mythical creature. Shop a range of antique and vintage cameo rings and other cameo jewelry on 1stDibs.
- Is a cameo worth anything?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertOctober 30, 2024How much a cameo is worth varies. Generally, cameos must feature natural materials, such as shells or gemstones, to have any significant value. The age, condition, type, maker and other factors will also influence the potential selling price of a cameo. If you own a cameo, consider having a certified appraiser or experienced jeweler provide you with an expert opinion as to how much it may be worth. On 1stDibs, shop a large collection of cameos.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Cameo glass is a luxury form of glass engraved or etched through layers of different colored glass to produce intricate designs. Cameo glass was first seen in ancient Rome and revived in the mid-19th century. Browse a variety of cameo glass on 1stDibs.
- What era is cameo jewelry from?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Cameo jewelry is usually associated with the Victorian era. However, the jewelry style dates back to ancient times when the Romans wore jewelry that showed faces in bas-relief. During the 19th-century, cameo jewelry saw another surge in popularity due to renewed interest in classical art and architecture. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cameo jewelry.
- What Stone is a cameo made of?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021A cameo can be made of a variety of stones. Most ancient cameos were made of semi-precious gemstones, namely onyx and agate. Today, less expensive contemporary cameo jewelry is produced using shell and glass. Shop an extraordinary collection of cameo jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 15, 2024To tell if a cameo is real, look at it from the side. On a real cameo, the raised decoration is a part of the stone, so you won't see any gaps between it and the rest of the piece. The raised design is usually glued on with reproduction cameo jewelry, making it possible to spot a gap or seam. If questions remain about your piece, have a certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler evaluate it. Find a selection of cameo jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between a cameo and an intaglio is the texture of the carving. Both terms describe gemstones that have been carved, but the detailing differs. On a cameo, the decorative image protrudes from the gemstone's surface because the artisan cut away material. With an intaglio, the artisan instead cuts into the stone, creating a recessed design. On 1stDibs, shop a range of cameo and intaglio jewelry.
- How do I identify cameo glass?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024To identify cameo glass, tilt the piece and study how the light reflects off it. Imitations are often very glossy and reflective, while genuine cameo glass has a much subtler, softer sheen. You can also search your piece for a maker's mark and then utilize online resources to determine who produced it and if it was known for making cameo glass. Some companies and workshops that manufactured cameo glassware include Thomas Webb and Sons, which often used a “GEM CAMEO” maker's mark; Emile Gallé, which used its brand name on a paper label or as an etching directly onto the glass; and Verrerie Schneider, which utilized its name or the word “CHARDER” as a marking. When in doubt about your glassware, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of cameo glass.
- Are old cameos worth money?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 26, 2024Yes, some old cameos can be worth money. Pieces with the most value are handcrafted from natural materials, such as gemstones and shells. In addition to materials, the size, type, age, maker and condition of the cameo will influence how much it might sell for. If you'd like to get an idea of the potential value of your cameo, consider consulting a certified appraiser, knowledgeable antique dealer or experienced jeweler. Shop a wide range of cameos on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024Yes, some cameo necklaces are worth something. Generally, older pieces produced out of natural materials, such as precious stones and shells, tend to fetch the highest resale prices. The condition, maker and style of the jewelry also influence its value. To get an idea of how much your piece may be worth, consult a certified appraiser or knowledgeable dealer. On 1stDibs, shop a range of cameo necklaces.