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2.05 Carat Rainbow Moonstone 18k Gold and Silver Statement Drop Earrings
By Agata Karwowska
Located in London, England
2.05 Carat Rainbow Moonstone Pear 18k Gold and Silver Statement Drop Earrings. Lava Iridesce
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold, Silver

Steven Battelle 4.0 Carats Rainbow Moonstone 22K Granulated Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A shimmering blue 8 x 12 mm pear shaped rainbow moonstone is held in a high-Karat 22K gold bezel
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 22k Gold

Steven Battelle Mixed Pink Tourmaline Rainbow Moonstone 18K Gold Bracelet
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A combination of 20 organically shaped cabochons of mixed pink tourmaline and rainbow moonstone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

Moonstone, Tourmaline, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold

Nina Zhou 5.92 ctw Rainbow Moonstone Diamond Chandelier Drop Earrings
By Nina Zhou
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
Radiant and ethereal, the Nina Zhou 5.92 ctw Rainbow Moonstone Diamond Chandelier Drop
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 14k Gold

Steven Battelle 3.1 Carats Rainbow Moonstone 22K Gold/Sterling Silver Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A long oval 6 x 12 mm rainbow moonstone is set horizontally in an 22K bezel surrounded by stepped
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver

14K White Gold Rainbow Moonstone and Teal Sapphire Ring
Located in Big Bend, WI
14K white gold rainbow moonstone and teal sapphire ring featuring a cushion cut moonstone weighing
Category

2010s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, W...

Solid 18k Yellow Gold 6.29 Carat Rainbow Moonstone Chain Bracelet
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This 6.29 Carat Rainbow Moonstone Chain Bracelet in 18K gold showcases 6.29 carats endlessly
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Opalized Wood, Rainbow Moonstone, Sapphire, 18kt Gold Earrings by Lauren Harper
By Lauren Harper
Located in Winnetka, IL
Designed by award winning jewelry designer Lauren Harper, these Rainbow Moonstone, White Sapphire
Category

2010s Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Opal, Rainbow Moonstone, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

3.45 ct. Rainbow Moonstone Necklace in 18k White Gold, 19.5 Inches
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This gorgeous necklace featuring a fine quality rainbow moonstone is understated yet dazzling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Rainbow Moonstone Pear shape Diamond Earring In 18K Yellow Gold
By Tresor Collection
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Tresor Beautiful Earring feature 3.74 carats of Rainbow Moonstone and 0.12 carats of Diamond. The
Category

2010s North American Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Everyday Rainbow Moonstone Cluster Ring in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Everyday Rainbow Moonstone Cluster Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural moonstone of 0.45 carats. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bridal Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Steven Battelle 9.6 Carats Cabochon Rainbow Moonstone 22K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A blue shimmering oval 11 x 13 mm rainbow moonstone cabochon is set horizontally surrounded by
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Rainbow Moonstone, Moonstone, 22k Gold

Steven Battelle 1.6 Carats Rainbow Moonstone 18K Gold Wire Turtle Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two luminous 5 x 7 mm pear shaped rainbow moonstones are set within little wax carved turtle
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold

Priyashi Nahata Rainbow Moonstone 10.25ct. Bracelet in 18Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Ethereal and luminous, this Rainbow Moonstone Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold features mesmerizing
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Rainbow Moonstone, Moonstone, Labradorite, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

14K Yellow Gold Everyday Square Cut Rainbow Moonstone Stud Earrings
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Everyday Square Cut Rainbow Moonstone Stud Earrings in 14K Gold to make a statement with your look
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

17.41 Carat Black Spinel Cluster Earrings with Rainbow Moonstone
By Coomi
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Affinity Earrings Set in 20 Karat Yellow Gold with 17.41-carat Black Spinel, 8.40-carat Rainbow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Sapphire, Spinel, Tsavorite, Black Spinel, Rainbow M...

Steven Battelle Opposing Teardrop 5.8 Carats Rainbow Moonstone 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
7 x 9 mm and 8 x 10 mm pear cabochons of shimmering rainbow moonstone are held in 18K gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold

Steven Battelle 7.7 Carats Rainbow Moonstone Blue Sapphire 18K Gold Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two lively 8 x 12 mm pair shaped rainbow moonstone cabochons are set in artisan crafted 18K gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Rainbow Moonstone, Moonstone, 18k Gold

Lilly Fitzgerald Collectors Rainbow Moonstone 22k Yellow Gold Handmade Earrings
By Lilly Fitzgerald
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Earrings hand-fabricated by master jewelry maker Lilly Fitzgerald featuring an
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

7.41 carat Finest Diamond-Cut Rainbow Moonstone Solitaire Ring, Talkative 2025
Located in Dallas, TX
Handcrafted in Japan by acclaimed jewelry artist Shinobu Marotta of Talkative Atelier, this
Category

2010s Japanese Artist Solitaire Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rainbow Moonstone Round Ring Band in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Tresor Beautiful Ring feature 1.71 total carats of Rainbow Moonstone. The Ring are an ode to the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Steven Battelle 13.7 Carats Rainbow Moonstone Kyanite 18K Gold Post Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two 9 x 22 mm shimmering irregular rose-cut faceted rainbow moonstones are surrounded by heavy 18K
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Kyanite, 18k Gold

Steven Battelle 38.8 Carats Rainbow Moonstone Cabochon Gold Silver Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
An elegant 15 x 26 mm cushion shaped rainbow moonstone cabochon is held in an ancient inspired "4
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver

Black Spinal Rainbow Moonstone Pendant In 18K Yellow Gold
By Tresor Collection
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Tresor Pendant features 14.79 cts Gemstone in 18k Yellow Gold. The Pendant are an ode to the luxurious yet classic beauty with sparkly diamonds. Their contemporary and modern design ...
Category

2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Ruby Diamond Bone Necklace Ruby Rainbow Moonstone Pendant
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
plated beads Petal pendant consists of: - sterling silver, - rainbow moonstone, - pave diamond, - ruby
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Hematite, Moonstone, Ruby, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold Plate, Sterl...

Steven Battelle 11.5 Carats Rainbow Moonstone Ethiopian Opal 18K Gold Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Flashing blue sheen 9 x 14 mm pear shaped rainbow moonstone cabochons dangle below 4 mm round "Welo
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Opal, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold

Steven Battelle 7.6 Carats Tsavorite Rainbow Moonstone 18K Gold Post Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
rainbow moonstone cabochons, all wrapped in rich handmade large/small 18K gold twist wire decorated bezels
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Tsavorite, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold

Steven Battelle 2.4 Carats Rainbow Moonstone Oxidized Silver 18K Gold Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two 6 x8 mm pear shaped rainbow moonstone cabochons surrounded by line texture 18K wide gold bezels
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Rainbow Moonstone, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Silver

Steven Battelle 8.6 Carats Rainbow Moonstone Wire Dangle Earrings 18K Gold
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A pair of shimmering 9 x 13 mm pear shaped Rainbow Moonstones are surrounded by delicate twist wire
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold

Steven Battelle 14.5 Carats Pink Tourmaline Rainbow Moonstone 18K Gold Pendant
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two opposing pear shaped 10 x 21 mm pink tourmaline and 9 x 13 mm rainbow moonstone cabochons are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Tourmaline, Rainbow Moonstone, Moonstone, 18k Gold

Exquisite Sterling Silver Rainbow Moonstone and Zircon Tennis Bracelet for Her
Located in New York, NY
Rainbow Moonstone and Zircon Tennis Bracelet for Women in sterling silver showcases endlessly
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Moonstone, Zircon, Rainbow Moonstone, Silver, Sterling Silver

Rainbow Moonstone Cushion Cut Solitaire Unisex Ring for Gift in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
This Rainbow Moonstone Cushion Cut Solitaire Ring in sterling silver. You shall need these
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Rainbow Moonstone, Silver, Sterling Silver

14k Solid Yellow Gold 6.62 Carat Cabochon Rainbow Moonstone Hoop Earrings
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Rainbow Moonstone Hoop Earrings in 14K Gold to make a statement with your look. You shall need open
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Hoop Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Steven Battelle 42.5 Carats Rainbow Moonstone Blue Sapphire Ring 18k Gold
Located in Soquel, CA
A signature classic Steven Battelle cocktail ring with a huge 19 x 24 mm shimmering oval rainbow
Category

2010s Indonesian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Rainbow Moonstone, Moonstone, 18k Gold

Natural Healing Rainbow Moonstone with Zircon Tennis Bracelet Made in 925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
of luminous round-cut rainbow moonstones, bezel-set in 925 solid sterling silver. Each stone exhibits
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modernist Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Moonstone, Zircon, Rainbow Moonstone, Silver, Sterling Silver

Steven Battelle 16.5 Carats Rose Cut Rainbow Moonstone 18K Gold Post Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Three irregular rose-cut approximately 7 x 11 mm to 8 x 16 mm shimmering rainbow moonstones are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold

Rock Candy Rainbow Bracelet
By Jennifer House
Located in Chertsey, GB
almost good enough to eat! Prepare to adorn your wrist with a truly spectacular rainbow piece
Category

2010s British Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Steven Battelle 9.2 Carat Rainbow Moonstone Ethiopian Opal 22k Gold Post Earring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Two 8 x 12 mm pear shaped blue sheen rainbow moonstones dangle below 4 mm greenish Ethiopian "Welo
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Opal, Rainbow Moonstone, 22k Gold

Steven Battelle 4.3 Carats Rainbow Moonstone Kyanite 18K Gold Post Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
Matching shimmering 5 x 7 and 6 x 9 mm pear shaped rainbow moonstones face away from each other
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Kyanite, 18k Gold

Steven Battelle 5.5 Carats Rainbow Moonstone Oxidized Silver 18K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A high domed 9 mm square rainbow moonstone is set at a 45 degree angle in a "4 point bezel with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold, Silver

Steven Battelle 6.3 Carats Emerald Rainbow Moonstone 22K Gold Wire Earrings
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A central round 7 mm rainbow moonstone is surrounded by four 4 x 6 mm cabochon Zambian emeralds
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indonesian Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Emerald, Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 22k Gold

Rainbow Moonstone White Diamond Chain Drop Earrings, Lauren Harper
By Lauren Harper
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Balance Earrings by jewelry artist Lauren Harper hand-fabricated in 18k yellow gold
Category

2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Moonstone, Multi-gemstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Go...

"Rainbow" Gemstones Diamonds Ring
Located in רמת גן, IL
Rainbow Ring - Sophisticated 14K gold & Gems Masterpiece Product Description: Indulge in our
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2010s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Blue Topaz, Purple Sapphire, Diamond, ...

Rainbow Moonstone Chain Necklace Gift for Girlfriend in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Rainbow Moonstone Chain Necklace Gift for Girlfriend studded with rainbow moonstone in 18K Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Solid Yellow Gold 6 Carat Oval Rainbow Moonstone Solitaire Ring
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
6 Carat Oval Rainbow Moonstone Solitaire Ring in 18K Gold featuring natural moonstone of 6 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Handmade 18k Yellow Gold Cabochon Rainbow Moonstone Tennis Bracelet Gift for Mom
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This 15 Carat Cabochon Rainbow Moonstone Tennis Bracelet for Mom in 18K gold showcases 26 endlessly
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Steven Battelle 1.6 Carats Rainbow Moonstone Sterling Silver 22K Gold Ring
By Steven Battelle
Located in Soquel, CA
A blue flashing 6 x8 mm rainbow moonstone cabochon is set in high-karat gold encrusted with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Balinese Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Rainbow Moonstone, Moonstone, 22k Gold, Sterling Silver

Gubelin Rainbow Earrings
By Gubelin
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1980s, 18k, by Gubelin, Switzerland. These delightful 18k Swiss rainbow earrings feature
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Iolite, Peridot, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Ye...

18.63 Carats Oval Rainbow Moonstone Tennis Bracelet Crafted in 18k Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This 18.63 Carats Oval Rainbow Moonstone Tennis Bracelet in 18K gold showcases 18.63 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.50 Carat Cabochon Rainbow Moonstone Gypsy Ring in 22K Yellow Gold Handmade
By Bracken Jewelers
Located in Santa Monica, CA
featuring a radiant 1.50ct rainbow moonstone in 22K yellow gold. The cabochon cut highlights the stone's
Category

2010s American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold

925 Silver Rainbow Moonstone Cluster CZ Halo Stud Earrings for Girlfriend Gift
Located in New York, NY
earring features a natural rainbow moonstone (totaling 0.66 carats) known for its ethereal blue sheen and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Art Nouveau Stud Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Zircon, Rainbow Moonstone, Silver, Sterling Silver

Rainbow Cross Silver Ring
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Silver

Flashy Rainbow Moonstone 22k Yellow Gold Important Cast Ring, Lola Brooks 2023
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Ring hand-fabricated by award-winning jewelry maker Lola Brooks showcasing a 6.86
Category

2010s American Artist Signet Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold

Tanzanite Rainbow Moonstone Pear shape Ring In 18K Yellow Gold
By Tresor Collection
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Tresor Beautiful Ring feature 2.12 carats of Gemstone. The Ring are an ode to the luxurious yet classic beauty with sparkly gemstones and feminine hues. Their contemporary and modern...
Category

2010s American Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Tanzanite, Rainbow Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Rainbow Moonstone Hoop Earrings in Solid 14k Yellow Gold for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Rainbow Moonstone Hoop Earrings in 14K Gold to make a statement with your look. You shall need open
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Hoop Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.20ct Rainbow Sapphire Ring
Located in Fatih, 34
-G Color VS/SI Clarity • Comes with Jewelry Certificate • Ready for gift • Ready to Ship in 2-7
Category

2010s European Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Sterling Silver Hand-Carved Mother of Pearl, Rainbow Moonstone and Quartz Ring
By Stephen Dweck
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Adorn your hand with the captivating beauty of this Hand Carved Mother of Pearl, Rainbow Moonstone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Quartz, Rainbow Moonstone, Sterling Silver

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Rainbow Jewellery For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the rainbow jewellery 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. Find an antique version now, or shop for 106 vintage or 436 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for a rainbow jewellery 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. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. Finding an appealing rainbow jewellery — no matter the origin — is easy, but Natkina, Ico the Bird Fine Jewelry and Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A rainbow jewellery can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 194 Sapphire versions can add an especially stylish touch. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and cabochon versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a rainbow jewellery, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Rainbow Jewellery?

On average, a rainbow jewellery at 1stDibs sells for $3,500, while they’re typically $47 on the low end and $225,000 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.