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1910s Antique Pearl Ruby and Diamond Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive pearl and 0.55 carat ruby, 0.30 carat diamond and 12 karat yellow gold brooch; part
Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum

925 Sterling Silver Natural Garnet Pearl Dainty Floral Cluster Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
is Superb, the Garnets & Pearls have been specifically selected for this ring and hand set by a
Category

2010s British Art Nouveau Bridal Rings

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, Sterling Silver

BOCHIC “Orient” Green Emerald Pinksapphire Cocktail Ring, 22k Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Green Emerald & Pink Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set 22K Gold &Silver Multi natural gem
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Pink Sapphire, 22k Gold, Silver

Marina J. Graduated Pearl Necklace with Rubies, 14 k Gold and Large Pearl Drop
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
adorned by Faceted Rubies and Solid 14k Yellow Gold findings. The faceted Rubies exhibit a translucency to
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Nine Precious Gems Fashion Ring in Art Deco Style
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
look and making it a designer masterpiece. The solid gold band holds the ring ideally for it to be worn
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, C...

Bonding Ring in 18 Karat Yellow Gold with Diamonds In Various Shapes
By Alexia Gryllaki
Located in Athens, Ekali
, emeralds, rubies, sapphires and pearls embellish the jewelry only so as to highlight the design. The
Category

2010s Greek Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

3.36 Carat Ruby and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Heart Pendant Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive contemporary 3.36Ct ruby and seed pearl, 14k yellow gold heart brooch and 18k yellow
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GEORGIAN 1760 England Ring In 16Kt Gold Silver With Dutch Rose Cuts Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
a term that refers to certain styles of jewelry. Pearls, sapphires, rubies and garnets were widely
Category

Antique 1760s English George III Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, 15k Gold

Emerald Ruby Pearl Diamond Gold Necklace Earring and Bracelet Suite
Located in Miami Beach, FL
of fresh water pearl with gold ball accents and two matching ruby and diamond spacers terminating
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold, Gold

Art Nouveau Ruby, Sapphire and Seed Pearl 21k Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 0.12 carat ruby and sapphire, seed pearl and 21 karat yellow gold pendant
Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Yellow Gold, Gold

Bochic “Capri” Opal Multi Color Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set 22k Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Opal & Multi Color Sapphire Cocktail Ring Set 22K Gold & Silver Multi natural gem
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Orient” Vintage Retro Emerald Diamond Ring Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Retro Emerald & Diamond Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Slice Cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Orient” Natural Royal Blue Sapphire Ring Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Natural Blue Sapphire Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Blue Sapphire, Royal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

.20 Carat Total Weight Edwardian Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Ring Size: 8 Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 5.3 grams Details: Ruby
Category

Antique Early 1900s Unknown Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

1980s Cultured Pearl Diamond Sapphire Emerald Ruby and Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive cultured pearl, 1.66Ct diamond, 8.20Ct sapphire, 7.38 Ct emerald, 7.25Ct ruby and 14k
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold, ...

Bochic “Capri” Blue Sapphire Multi Gem Cocktail Ring Set in 18k Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Blue Sapphire & Multi Gem Cocktail Ring Set In 18K Gold & Silver Multi natural gem
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Peridot, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 22k Gold, Gold Plat...

Antique Victorian 9K Rose Gold and Silver Ruby, Diamond and Pearl Insect Brooch
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique gold, silver, ruby, diamond, and pearl brooch, comprising one round cut ruby, twenty-six
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Antique Ring 3 natural Sapphire Red Blue Yellow solid 18K Gold Ø US 5.25
Located in SE
Antique Ring in solid 18K Yellow Gold band with Platinum /or White Gold clusters holding 3 natural
Category

Vintage 1910s European Art Nouveau Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold

Amethyst, Rubies, Pearls, White Stones, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Necklace.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
studded with diamonds and rubies; as eyes, two white stones. For all the lenght, pearls. Two heads are
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Link Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

"Costis" Ring, with 0.98 carats emerald-cut Colombian Emerald and Diamonds
Located in Athens, GR
splendor of stones and cuts define Costis' jewelry. exploring diamonds, pearls, rubies, sapphires, emeralds
Category

2010s Italian Modern Three-Stone Rings

Materials

18k Gold

Moiseikin 18 Karat White Gold Ruby Tahiti Pearl Earrings
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
not hesitate to contact us. 18K White Gold Prima Ruby and Tahiti pearl earrings 2-TSP Pearl Cultured
Category

2010s Russian Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Moiseikin 18 Karat White Gold Ruby Tahiti Pearl Earrings
By MOISEIKIN
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Inspired by famous Russian Ballet, this Prima Star Ruby and Tahiti Pearl Earrings created by
Category

2010s Russian Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yoko London South Sea Pearl, Ruby and Diamond Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
the look. - 13-14mm South Sea Pearls - 0.86cts of Rubies - 0.57cts of Diamonds - 18K White Gold
Category

2010s British Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Gold Filled Gold Top Victorian 16 Slide Bracelet with Garnets, Rubies, Pearl
Located in Big Bend, WI
. Accenting the slides are small rubies, garnets, and seed pearls. I expect the colored stones are glass. The
Category

Antique 1890s Charm Bracelets

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Gold-filled

Nathalie Jean Colorful Contemporary Ruby Tourmaline Pearl Gold Pendant Necklace
By Nathalie Jean
Located in Milan, Lombardia
on the neck, their geometry pierced by ruby, tourmaline and white pearls. Selected punctuation is
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Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yell...

Pearl Emerald Sapphire Ruby Spinel Necklace
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
facetted rubies and sapphires. The clasp is a 18 carat white gold push clip with a safety link featuring a
Category

20th Century Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Spinel, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, ...

Nathalie Jean Diamond Ruby Tourmaline Pearl Gold Colorful Pendant Earrings
By Nathalie Jean
Located in Milan, Lombardia
game, a construction or a sophisticated aerial mobile. Shapes attached to gold rings dangle lightly on
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Carnelian, Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k G...

French Pearl Emerald Sapphire Ruby Spinel Gold Torsade Necklace
By Baume
Located in Poitiers, FR
beads, faceted sapphires and rubies. The clasp is in 18 carat white gold with an eagle head hallmark, it
Category

2010s French Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Spinel, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold

18K Tiffany Co Sapphire Diamond Ring GIA Unheated Vintage VS Fine 6.12 Carats
Located in Sylvania, GA
wide) Fine Ring is Solid 18K White & Yellow Gold (Tested & Guaranteed) Ring Size: 6 and can easily be
Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold

Sybarite Diamond Dancing Doll Ring
By Sybarite Jewellery
Located in Geneva, CH
Fashioned in blackened gold and highlighted with exquisitely bright rubies, the Dancing Doll ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond

French Pearl Ruby Tourmaline 18K Yellow Gold Transformable Antique Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
with half pearls, rubies and gold stylized characters. A fine baroque pearl is held in a tassel at the
Category

Vintage 1960s French Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18...

C1690 Iberian 7 Stone Table Cut Emerald Bow Form Ring
Located in Baltimore, MD
and in the form of be-jeweled brooches and finger rings. The combination of high karat gold with
Category

Antique 17th Century Spanish Baroque Wedding Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

Estate 18k Pearl, Ruby, and Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Narberth, PA
excellent condition. There is no damage to the gold chain. The central pearl, rubies, and diamonds are all
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Art Nouveau Ruby Natural Pearl 18 Karat Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
represents a foliage set with three small natural pearls topped with a bezel-set ruby. Under the ruby and at
Category

Antique 1890s French Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Platinum Sapphire Unheated Purple Diamond GIA Ring Antique Old Mine 17.37 CTS!
Located in Sylvania, GA
Solid 18K Gold & Solid Platinum Ring Size: 6 and can easily be resized by a jeweler, as it's Solid
Category

Antique 19th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Purple Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

"Costis" Ring, with 12.00 Carats Emerald-cut Special Green Tourmaline
Located in Athens, GR
define Costis' jewelry. exploring diamonds, pearls, rubies, sapphires, emeralds, but also his favorite
Category

2010s Italian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold

French, 1960s, Ruby Cultured Pearl 18 Karat Rose Gold Locket Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head hallmark. Retro jewel, it opens with a small hinge on the
Category

Vintage 1960s French Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Bochic “Orient” Diamond Orange Sapphire Vintage Crown Ring Set 18K Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
craftsmanship and incorporates natural gemstones. The ring is set in 18k gold and silver, guaranteeing its
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Nouveau Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

18K Black Opal Australian Diamond Vintage Ring GIA Solid Rainbow Fine 7.08 CTS!
Located in Sylvania, GA
) Ring Size: 5 3/4 and can easily be resized by a jeweler, as it's SOLID GOLD. Weight: 7.88 grams Still
Category

20th Century Australian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian 2.30ct Diamond Ruby and Pearl Brooch Pendant, c.1900s
Located in London, GB
or brooch. Gemstone: Diamond, Ruby & Pearl Stone Shape: Old Cut Carat Weight: 2.30ct diamond
Category

Antique Early 1900s British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Bochic “Capri” White Opal Cocktail Ring with Rodorite White Topaz Set In 22K .
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Natural Depp Pink Rodorite round brilliant - 4 carats in total, all around the ring Set in 22K Gold and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Topaz, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Antique 18ct Yellow Gold 1920s Ruby Pearl Fly / Bug Pendant Necklace
Located in Brighton, GB
18ct gold bug, showcasing a striking vibrant red ruby as its body, perfectly complemented by delicate
Category

Early 20th Century European Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Gold Blue Enamel Pearl Ruby Drop Collier Necklace
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
white enamel, pearls, ruby. Circa 1890. Weight: 6.22g Detail length: 5cm Length: 47cm IMPORTANT: As a
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, Enamel

1950s Baroque Pearl Sapphires Rubies Yellow Gold Butterfly Articulated Brooch
Located in Poitiers, FR
Brooch in 14 karat yellow gold, shell hallmark. Important brooch in the shape of an insect, the
Category

Vintage 1950s French Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Yell...

GIA Platinum Emerald Diamond Ring Vintage Certified Natural Fine VS 6.04 Carats
Located in Sylvania, GA
Gold, 14K Gold, and Platinum. Fine Vintage Earrings, Bracelets, Necklaces, Pendants, and Rings from the
Category

20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Andre Vassort 1960 France 18Kt Cocktail Ring with 1.02 Ct Diamonds Coral Onyx
By Andre Vassort
Located in Miami, FL
note is the spectacular emerald, ruby, pearl and diamond crown made on behalf of Van Cleef & Arpels for
Category

Vintage 1960s French Post-War Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Bochic “Baroque” Ruby, Pearl Sapphire Necklace Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Baroque” Ruby, Sapphire & Tahiti pearl Set In 18K Gold and silver Natural Red Ruby 54
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Drop Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

GIA Platinum Sapphire Burma No Heat Diamond Ring Antique AGL Old Mine 6.33 Cts
Located in Sylvania, GA
Perfectly Kept in Antique Round Leather Ring Box With Ivory Velvet Plush and Silk, Is Included. Printed
Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Platinum

Emerald Ruby Sapphire Diamond Pearl Necklace Set in 18 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
Emerald Ruby Sapphire Diamond Pearl Necklace Set In 18 K Gold Beautiful Necklace This Necklace
Category

1990s Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

1960 s Ruby Sapphire Pearl 14K Yellow Gold Vintage Record Player Pendant Charm
Located in Philadelphia, PA
red respectively Completed by jump ring bale Stamped for 14 karat gold With maker's mark Circa: 1960s
Category

Vintage 1960s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

20th Century Ruby Emerald Sapphire Pearl 18K Yellow Gold Heart Locket Pendant
Located in Poitiers, FR
Pendant in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Heart-shaped, this antique yellow gold
Category

Early 20th Century French Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Modern Rubies Diamonds Cultured Pearl 18 Karat White Gold Stud Earrings
Located in Poitiers, FR
and calibrated rubies, all in a millegrain pattern. The clasp is a chased gold disk topped by 2 stems
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

French 1900 Edwardian Natural Pearls Necklace In 18Kt Gold With Diamonds Ruby
Located in Miami, FL
of one hundred twenty pearls and a round security push box lock, crafted in yellow gold of 18 karats
Category

Antique Early 1900s French Edwardian Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yell...

Art Nouveau White Diamond Ruby Turquoise Coral Pearl Enamel Yellow Gold Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
also Enamel, Freshwater Pearls, Ceramic (White Ring) and Turquoise. The Length of the Necklace is 45cm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, ...

Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Sapphires Pearl Bangle Set In 18 K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Ruby, Sapphires & Pearl Bangle Set In 18 K Gold & Silver Natural Cabochon Ruby
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Bangles

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Tiffany Co. GIA Platinum Blue Sapphire Diamond Ring Unheated Ceylon 18.26 CTS
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Sylvania, GA
Solid Platinum 18k yellow gold. (Hallmarked Guaranteed) Tiffany Co Ring Size: 5 1/4
Category

Antique 19th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Earrings Diamond Sapphire Ruby Emerald Tourmaline Pearl 18K Gold/10.3gr
Located in SE
, Tourmalines and cultured Pearls . Each earring is 37 mm long. Not hallmarked, metal tested solid 18K Gold
Category

Vintage 1970s European Retro Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

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Ruby And Pearl Gold Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate ruby and pearl gold ring for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 14k gold and 18k gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 1227 vintage editions and 525 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect ruby and pearl gold ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a ruby and pearl gold ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Bochic, Alex Jona and Luigi Ferrara are consistently popular. Take a look at a ruby and pearl gold ring featuring pearl from our inventory today to add the perfect touch to your look. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and mixed cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a ruby and pearl gold ring, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Ruby And Pearl Gold Ring?

The price for a ruby and pearl gold ring starts at $129 and tops out at $253,300 with these rings, on average, selling for $1,898.

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.