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Annellino Italian Fine Jewellery Hand Carved Roman Soldier Cameo Gold Cufflinks
By Annellino Fine Jewellery
Located in London, GB
grandmother, third generation Italian Gabriella, fell in love with a beautiful diamond cross - a staple piece
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Mattioli Puzzle Ceramic Small 18k White Gold Pendant and Rose Puzzle
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
synonymous with versatility, adapting to all situations and occasions. Thanks to innovation, rings and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18 Karat White Gold, White Diamonds Chanel Necklace
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 Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mattioli Puzzle Earrings 18 Karat Gold White Diamonds 10 Colored Pairs S Size
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Diamonds The Mother of pearl pendant multicolored pieces are 18x15mm or 0.70x0.59 inches Box comes with an
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mattioli Pendant 18K in Rose Gold White Diamonds w/ 3 Colored Puzzles M Size
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
occasions. Thanks to innovation, rings and earrings coloured mother of pearl change at a touch of the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Mattioli Puzzle 18k Yellow or White Gold White Diamonds Small Size Earrings
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
innovation, rings and earrings coloured mother of pearl change at a touch of the fingers, and chains can be
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18 Karat White Gold, Diamonds, Black Onyx S Necklace
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
occasions. Thanks to innovation, rings and earrings coloured mother of pearl change at a touch of the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White 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...

Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18 Carat White Gold White Diamonds S Size Earrings
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 Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18 Karat Rose Gold Green Enamel White Diamonds S Size
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
occasions. Thanks to innovation, rings and earrings coloured mother of pearl change at a touch of the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Mattioli Mini Puzzle Pendant in white Gold and blue Sapphires
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Gold and Brown Diamonds Chain 39/ 42cm Production time is 4 weeks Also in other stones and colours of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Vintage Italian Clips Earrings 25ctw natural Lapis Lazuli solid 18K Gold / 14 gr
Located in SE
A pair of nice Italian clips in solid 18K Yellow Gold with bezel set cabochons of natural Lapis
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

French "Belle Époque" Coral Angel Skin Diamond Yellow Gold "Negligé" Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
millegrains positioned asymmetrically. The clasp is a spring ring. Diameter of the coral pearls of the chaine
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

MUGHAL Dangle Earrings In 18Kt Gold With 20.68 Ctw In Diamonds Carved Emeralds
Located in Miami, FL
mined gemstones; such two carved emeralds and one-hundred-sixteen white colorless diamonds. The earrings
Category

1990s Italian Modernist Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Mattioli Mini Puzzle 3 pendants Necklace in Rose Gold and pink Sapphires
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
innovation, rings and earrings coloured mother of pearl change at a touch of the fingers, and chains can be
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Mattioli Mini Puzzle 5 pendants Necklace in yellow Gold and tsavorites
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
occasions. Thanks to innovation, rings and earrings coloured mother of pearl change at a touch of the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, Brown Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Tsavorite, 1...

Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18 Karat Rose Gold, Sky Blue Enamel and Quartzite
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
occasions. Thanks to innovation, rings and earrings coloured mother of pearl change at a touch of the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Enamel

Mattioli Mini Puzzle 5 pendants Necklace in white Gold and blue Sapphires
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
innovation, rings and earrings coloured mother of pearl change at a touch of the fingers, and chains can be
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

Mattioli Mini Puzzle 3 pendants Necklace in white Gold and blue Sapphires
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
innovation, rings and earrings coloured mother of pearl change at a touch of the fingers, and chains can be
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

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

1903 Imperial Russian Earrings Sapphire Ruby Emerald Diamonds 56 Gold / 5 gr
Located in SE
Sapphires, Red Rubies, Emeralds and Diamonds. Naturality of Rubies is questionable/ can lab made but the
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Antique Early 1900s Russian Art Nouveau Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver

“SHE !” Love Collection Necklace 18k White Gold, Brilliants Paraïba Tourmaline
Located in CAPRINO VERONESE, Veneto
SigridB. including: 11,16ct. of brilliants VVS1 E/F, 2,39ct. Paraïba Tourmalines & Akoya pearls. The
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2010s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Paraiba, Tourmaline, Pearl, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

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

1985 USSR Georgian Earrings natural 1ctw Emeralds Diamonds solid 14K Gold/ 4.5gr
Located in SE
applies to pieces with enamel, pearls, opals, and delicate filigree but even diamonds can chip or stones
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Vintage 1980s Georgian Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

1919 Pendant Brooch Bacchus Cameo Red Onyx Diamonds solid 18K Gold Silver/ 26gr
Located in SE
accented with Diamonds in Silver clusters. Bacchus or Dionysus - the God of the Grape Harvest, Wine
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Vintage 1910s Swedish Greek Revival Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Silver

Cartier Paris 1940 Art Deco Necklace In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds Coral Onyxes
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
-nine natural earth mined gemstones such; white colorless diamonds, black onyx and Italian red coral. A
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Vintage 1940s French Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

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

Antique Dionysus Carved Shell Cameo pendant brooch solid Gilt Silver/11.4gr
Located in SE
German natural Seed pearls and Diamond pendant made in ca. early 1900s. Vague hallmarks on the
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Antique Early 1900s Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold-filled, Silver

Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18k Gold and Malachite Earrings
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
innovation, rings and earrings coloured mother of pearl change at a touch of the fingers, and chains can be
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Mattioli Mini Puzzle Earrings in Rose Gold and Pink Sapphires
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
innovation, rings and earrings coloured mother of pearl change at a touch of the fingers, and chains can be
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mattioli Mini Puzzle Earrings in White Gold and Blue Sapphires
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
innovation, rings and earrings coloured mother of pearl change at a touch of the fingers, and chains can be
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mattioli Mini Puzzle Stud Earrings in Yellow Gold and Tsavorites
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 Stud Earrings

Materials

Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18k Gold and Malachite double strand Bracelet
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
, adapting to all situations and occasions. Thanks to innovation, rings and earrings coloured mother of pearl
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

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

Mattioli Puzzle Arlecchino Medium Earrings in White Gold and Blue Sapphires
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 Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mattioli Puzzle Arlecchino Small Earrings in White Gold and Blue Sapphires
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
synonymous with versatility, adapting to all situations and occasions. Thanks to innovation, rings and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mattioli Mini Puzzle Pendant in Rose Gold and pink Sapphires
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Gold and Brown Diamonds Chain 39/ 42cm Production time is 4 weeks Also in other stones and colours of
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mattioli Openwork Puzzle 18k Gold Earrings Silver and Bronze Small Size
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 Drop Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Silver, Bronze

Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18 Karat Gold and Malachite Necklace
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
innovation, rings and earrings coloured mother of pearl change at a touch of the fingers, and chains can be
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

Mattioli Mini Puzzle Stud Earrings in White Gold and Blue Sapphires
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
versatility, adapting to all situations and occasions. Thanks to innovation, rings and earrings coloured
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mattioli Mini Puzzle Stud Earrings in Rose Gold and Pink Sapphires
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 Stud Earrings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18 Karat Gold and Malachite Necklace
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
innovation, rings and earrings coloured mother of pearl change at a touch of the fingers, and chains can be
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

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

Mattioli Puzzle Earrings 18k Gold and 11 Colored Pairs Medium Size
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 Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

Mattioli Mini Puzzle Earrings in Yellow Gold and Tsavorites
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
innovation, rings and earrings coloured mother of pearl change at a touch of the fingers, and chains can be
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Mattioli Mini Puzzle 3 pendants Necklace in yellow Gold and tsavorites
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
innovation, rings and earrings coloured mother of pearl change at a touch of the fingers, and chains can be
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mattioli Puzzle White Ceramic Bracelet and one puzzle in rose gold color
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
, adapting to all situations and occasions. Thanks to innovation, rings and earrings coloured mother of pearl
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mattioli Mini Puzzle 5 pendants Necklace in Rose Gold and pink Sapphires
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
innovation, rings and earrings coloured mother of pearl change at a touch of the fingers, and chains can be
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Rose Gold

Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18k Gold and Malachite double strand Bracelet
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
, adapting to all situations and occasions. Thanks to innovation, rings and earrings coloured mother of pearl
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

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

1938 Baron A.W.C von Gyllenkrok s Gas Lighter solid Gilt 830 Silver / 57gr
Located in SE
years 1934-1935 he served in the Italian Army. He was also commanded to and made military study trips in
Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Vanity Items

Materials

Sterling Silver, Gold Plate

Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18 Karat Rose, White and Yellow Gold Small Size
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
mother of pearl you can choose between 25 colour palette Available in Rose, White or Yellow Gold If not
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

Mattioli Puzzle Collection 18 Karat Rose, White and Yellow Gold Small Size
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
innovation, rings and earrings coloured mother of pearl change at a touch of the fingers, and chains can be
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

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

Antique 17th ct. Cross Crucifix Diamonds 19K Yellow Gold / 9 gr
Located in SE
pieces with enamel, pearls, opals, and delicate filigree but even diamonds can chip or stones fall out if
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Antique Late 17th Century European Renaissance Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Sapphire, 18k Gold

Alex Jona Horseshoe 18 karat White Gold Sliding Pendant Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
 precious stones, pearls and diamonds with which he personally designs exquisite pieces of jewelry.
Category

2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Alex Jona Horseshoe 18 Karat Yellow Gold Sliding Pendant Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
 precious stones, pearls and diamonds with which he personally designs exquisite pieces of jewelry.
Category

2010s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona 18 Karat Rose Gold Horseshoe Sliding Pendant Necklace
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
 precious stones, pearls and diamonds with which he personally designs exquisite pieces of jewelry.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mattioli Puzzle Earrings 18k Gold Porcelaine 10 Colored Pairs S Size
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Mattioli Puzzle Earrings 18k yellow Gold with White Diamonds & 10 Colored Pairs Small Size Earrings
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mattioli Puzzle Medium 18K Rose Gold Earrings Sky Blue Enamel White Diamo
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
innovation, rings and earrings coloured mother of pearl change at a touch of the fingers, and chains can be
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Mattioli Puzzle Collection Arlecchino Small earrings
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
innovation, rings and earrings coloured mother of pearl change at a touch of the fingers, and chains can be
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Mattioli Puzzle Medium 18K Rose Gold Earrings Pink Enamel 2 Pendants
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
occasions. Thanks to innovation, rings and earrings coloured mother of pearl change at a touch of the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Mattioli Large Puzzle 18k Rose Gold motherofpearl Earrings
By Mattioli
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
innovation, rings and earrings coloured mother of pearl change at a touch of the fingers, and chains can be
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Enamel

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Pearl And Diamond Rings Italian For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate pearl and diamond rings italian for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Rose Gold. If you’re looking for a pearl and diamond rings italian from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. A pearl and diamond rings italian from Falcinelli Italy, FERRUCCI and New Italian Art — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any pearl and diamond rings italian from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 7 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. 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 alternatives. Most of our pearl and diamond rings italian for sale are for women, but there are 3 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Pearl And Diamond Rings Italian?

On average, a pearl and diamond rings italian at 1stDibs sells for $3,250, while they’re typically $1,152 on the low end and $18,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

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.