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Estate Katy Briscoe Amethyst Sugarloaf Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
By Katy Briscoe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous estate Katy Briscoe amethyst sugarloaf earrings handmade in 18k yellow gold. Lever back.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Yellow Gold

Estate Marlene Stowe Citrine Sugarloaf Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold
By Marlene Stowe
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful 12.80 ct. citrine sugarloaf earrings. Handmade in 18k yellow gold. Signed Marlene Stowe.
Category

20th Century Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Yellow Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Sugarloaf Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Earrings
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
collections. Staying true to the meaning of this philosophy, the Syna brand showcases jewelry that speaks for
Category

2010s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Colombian Emerald Sugarloaf Cabochon and White Diamond Cluster Earrings in 18K
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous 15.05 ct. Colombian emerald sugarloaf cabochons with 0.76 ct. good quality white diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Certified 13.40 Carat Sugarloaf Emerald and Diamond 18K Cocktail Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
Make a statement with this stunning, certified, natural 13.40 carat Emerald sugarloaf shaped
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

Syna Yellow Gold Sugarloaf Earrings with Aquaprase and Diamonds
By Syna Jewels
Located in Fort Lee, NJ
philosophy, the Syna brand showcases jewelry that speaks for itself and reflects positive energy. Coming
Category

2010s American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Set in 18K Gold, Natural Zambian Sugarloaf Emerald Diamonds Drop Necklace
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
weight of the Emerald Sugarloafs is 74.16 carats. The Emeralds are completely natural, without any
Category

2010s Indian Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Hermes Sugarloaf Citrine Gold Ring
By Hermès
Located in Dallas, TX
Hermes Sugarloaf Citrine 18k Yellow Gold Ring - . Genuine Hermes, France, prong-set sugarloaf
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French More Rings

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold

Sugarloaf Tanzanite Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An exquisite ring featuring a 28.42 carat sugarloaf tanzanite with a deep purplish-blue color. The
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Sugarloaf Emerald Ruby Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
Exquisite French ring in 18kt yellow gold with sugarloaf cabochon emerald (apx 20 cts), carrè set
Category

Vintage 1960s French Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold

Sugarloaf Turquoise and Diamond Ring
Located in Houston, TX
An Art Deco platinum and diamond ring set with a large sugarloaf turquoise in the center. This ring
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Platinum

Certified 25.38 Cts Zambian Emerald Sugarloaf Cabochon Top Quality Natural Gem
Located in Jaipur, RJ
25.38 Carats Zambian Emerald Sugarloaf Cabochon Top Quality Natural Gemstone Minor OIL Gemstone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Zambian Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Emerald, Other

Cartier Paris Modernist Sugarloaf Cabochon Amethyst Diamond Enamel Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
amethyst diamond gold ring is irresistible. With an eye-catching center set sugarloaf cabochon amethyst
Category

Vintage 1980s French Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Sugarloaf Sapphire Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Aspen, CO
The high sugarloaf unheated natural (certified) vivid pure blue sapphire weighs 3.47 cts. It is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Color Changing Sugarloaf Sapphire Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
The sugarloaf sapphire weighs 15.77 carats and displays color changing properties making this ring
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Set in 18K Gold, Zambian Emerald Sugarloafs Diamonds Chandelier/ Dangle Earring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
weight of the Emerald sugarloafs is 31.99 carats. The Emerald Sugarloafs are completely natural, without
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Amethyst Sugarloaf Earrings with Diamond in 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Sweet Sugarloaves! Light and easy to wear these earrings showcase beautiful sugarloaf gemstones
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Lagos Caviar SugarLoaf Citrine Bangle Bracelet 18k Gold Sterling Silver 7" 37.7g
By Lagos
Located in Northbrook, IL
This striking Lagos bangle bracelet is a sophisticated addition to any jewelry collection. Crafted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Certified 20.4 Carat Sugarloaf Cabochon Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
A one of a kind 20.4 carat sugarloaf shaped Zambian Emerald centre stone with 250 pieces of VS
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

17.79 carats, natural Zambian Emerald Sugarloaf Rose Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, one of a kind, Emerald Sugarloaf Cocktail Dome Ring set in 18K White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Modernist Smoky Quartz Sugarloaf Cabochon 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a cushion-shaped sugarloaf cabochon measuring 17.0 x 19.0 mm Transparent, very light
Category

Vintage 1960s Engagement Rings

Materials

Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sunita Nahata Ethiopian Opal Sugarloaf Earrings with Diamond in 18KYG
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Sweet Sugarloaves! Light and easy to wear these earrings showcase beautiful sugarloaf gemstones
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

5.76 Carats Zambian Emerald Sugarloaf Cabochon Rose Cut Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
weight of the Emerald sugarloaf cabochon is 5.76 carats. The Emerald is of Zambian origin and is
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Fei Liu Sugarloaf Rose Quartz Diamond 18ct Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
By Fei Liu
Located in Birmingham, GB
Description: Sugarloaf rose quartz pendant in 18ct rose gold. Featuring a 45.05ct prism sugarloaf
Category

2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Fei Liu Sugarloaf Rose Quartz Diamond 18ct Rose Gold Pendant Necklace
By Fei Liu
Located in Birmingham, GB
Description: Sugarloaf rose quartz pendant in 18ct rose gold. Featuring a 45.05ct prism sugarloaf
Category

2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Edwardian 3.79 CTW Sugarloaf Emerald Diamond Platinum Tulip Antique Dome Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a sugarloaf-shaped emerald cabochon weighing approximately 2.71 carats total Transparent
Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Sugarloaf Cabochon Amethyst and Blue Diamond Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Rosior
Located in Porto, PT
Rosior Contemporary Cocktail Ring manufactured in Yellow Gold and setted with: - 7 Sugarloaf
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Blue Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium

J.E. Caldwell Co. Sugarloaf Sapphire and Diamond Ring
By J.E. Caldwell Co.
Located in New York, NY
This sugarloaf cabochon sapphire and diamond ring mounted in platinum dates from the early
Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Vintage Art Deco Sugarloaf Amethyst Bracelet 14k Yellow Gold Trefoil Antique
Located in Torrance, CA
yellow gold. Sugarloaf cut amethysts each measure 11mm each (estimated at 8 carats each - 32 carats
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Colombian Emerald Sugarloaf, Pink Sapphires Rose Cut Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Rose Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald Sugarloaf is 2.54 carats. The Emerald is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rubelite Sugarloaf and Diamond Enamel Halo with 18kt White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This ring feature a deep pinkish red to slightly purplish red rubelite with bare minimal brownish tone. A simple diamond halo design with a touch of black enamel, a classic yet moder...
Category

2010s Hong Kong Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Rubelite, White Gold, Enamel

Certified Natural Blue Sapphire Sugarloaf Cabochon Ring Handcrafted in 22k Gold
By Jay Rawat
Located in Jaipur, IN
A statement ring with a natural sugarloaf high dome Blue Sapphire weighing 18.08 carats handcrafted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Dome Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 22k Gold

33.68 carats natural Zambian Emerald Sugarloaf Rose Cut Diamond Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
/ Handcrafted Fine Jewelry ✦ Gemstone: Natural Zambian Emerald ✦ Gemstone Cut: Sugarloaf Cabochon ✦ Gemstone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Art Deco style Colombian Emerald Sugarloaf, Black Enamel Diamond Stud Earrings
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Yellow Gold & Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald sugarloafs is 3.12 carats. The Emeralds are completely
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Enamel

Set in 18K Gold, Natural Emerald Sugarloaf Yellow Diamonds Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
. The weight of the Emerald sugarloaf is 11.80 carats. The Emerald is completely natural, without any
Category

2010s Indian Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

1.35 Carat Natural Emerald Sugarloaf Cabochon and Diamond Ring Set in Platinum
Located in Tokyo, JP
A stunning ring featuring a 1.35 Carat Natural Sugarloaf Emerald and 0.88 Carats of Diamond Accents
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Set in 18K Gold, Zambian Emerald Sugarloaf, Tanzanite Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Gold & Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald Sugarloaf is 3.10 carats. The Emerald is completely natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Antique Sugarloaf Cabochon Carnelian Bezel Set and 14 Karat Bracelet 7.25"
Located in Fairfield, CT
sugarloaf cut that resembles elegant gumdrops adorning the wrist. The cabochons are meticulously bezel-set
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Retro Chain Bracelets

Materials

Carnelian, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Fred of Paris 18 Karat White Gold Sugarloaf Cabochon Blue Topaz Diamond Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This is a stunning Fred of Paris design, which features a lovely Sugarloaf Cabochon cut blue topaz
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Topaz, 18k Gold

Set in 18K Gold, Emerald, Rubellite, Tanzanite sugarloaf Diamond Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
changed on request. Features: ✦ Handmade / Handcrafted Fine Jewelry ✦ Gemstone: Natural Zambian Emerald
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Rubelite, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

1930s Art Deco Sugarloaf Turquoise Lapis Lazuli Diamonds Platinum Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
in antique and creation jewelry since 1975, we deliver all our jewel with their certificate of
Category

Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli, Platinum

Art Deco Natural 10 Carat Russian Sugarloaf Emerald Platinum and Diamond Ring
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1940 Platinum Ladies Ring, Centrally set with a G.I.A Certified 10.81 Carats Sugarloaf
Category

Vintage 1940s Russian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

Certified Natural Blue Sapphire Sugarloaf Cabochon Ring Handcrafted in 22K Gold
By Jay Rawat
Located in Jaipur, IN
A statement ring with a natural sugarloaf high dome Blue Sapphire weighing 18.08 carats handcrafted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Dome Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Gold, 22k Gold

Set in 18K Gold, Emerald Sugarloaf, Pink Sapphires Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Emerald is 4.15 carats. The Emerald sugarloaf is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold

Rosior one-off "Sugarloaf Cabochon" Tsavorite and Diamond Drop Earrings
By Rosior
Located in Porto, PT
Rosior one of a kind Contemporary Drop Earrings set in White and Yellow Gold with: - 2 "Sugarloaf
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Portuguese Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Tsavorite, Gold, White Gold, Yel...

Certified 7.58 Ct. Sugarloaf Colombian Emerald Cocktail Ring in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
sugarloaf shape Colombian emerald is the colorful centerpiece of this gorgeous antique bauble, elegantly
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold

13.41 Carat Sugarloaf Amethyst Diamond Earrings in 14 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This earrings feature 13.41 carats of sugarloaf amethyst. Amethysts are set in bezel setting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Set in 18K white Gold, Tanzanite Sugarloaf, Chalcedony Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Tanzanite Sugarloaf is 2.13 carats. The Tanzanite is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

Sugarloaf 9.20 Carats Amethyst Diamond Ring in 14 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This ring features a 9.20 carats sugarloaf amethyst. Amethyst is set in bezel setting assented with
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

DiamondTown 1.45 Carat Sugarloaf Emerald and Diamond Ring in 18k Gold
By Diamond Town
Located in New York, NY
(DiamondTown) This ring features a 1.45 carat sugarloaf Emerald center, surrounded by a square halo
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Set in 18K Gold, 23.70 carat, Zambian Emerald Sugarloaf Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
/ Handcrafted Fine Jewelry ✦ Gemstone: Natural Zambian Emerald ✦ Gemstone Cut: Sugarloaf Cabochon ✦ Gemstone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

18k White Gold 6.57ctw AGL Cushion Sugarloaf Burma Ruby Round Diamond Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous band ring was crafted from solid 18k white gold and features a cushion sugarloaf cut
Category

Early 2000s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

Pink Tourmaline Sugarloaf Cabochon Gold Ring
Located in New York, NY
A fun and pleasant natural pink tourmaline sugarloaf cabochon set in 18kt rose gold. The tourmaline
Category

Early 2000s American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

Art Deco 7 Ct Cabochon Sapphire Diamond Engagement Ring Sugarloaf Dome Pyramid
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
The Ojai is an authentic Art Deco sugarloaf sapphire and diamond engagement ring. Standing tall in
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Set in 18K Gold, 9.04 carats, Zambian Emerald Sugarloafs Diamonds Dome Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
/ Handcrafted Fine Jewelry ✦ Gemstone: natural Zambian Emerald ✦ Gemstone Cut: Sugarloaf Cabochon ✦ Gemstone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Set in 18K Gold, Colombian Emerald Sugarloafs, Blue Opal Diamonds Stud Earring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
an Omega back and an added push for enhanced protection. ✦ Handmade / Handcrafted Fine Jewelry
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Opal, 18k Gold

Pink Quartz Sugarloaf Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Exquisite Classic Dress Ring, centering a large 62.94 carat Sugarloaf cabochon-cut Pink Quartz
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, 18k Gold

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Sugarloaf Jewellery For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact sugarloaf jewellery you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 227 vintage editions and 280 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect sugarloaf jewellery among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but 1.5 Carat and 2 Carat versions are of considerable interest. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic sugarloaf jewellery over the years, but those made by Goshwara, Bulgari and Mousson Atelier are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A sugarloaf jewellery of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 251, is particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for a sugarloaf cabochon version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes cushion cut and round cut alternatives. Most of our sugarloaf jewellery for sale are for women, but there are 172 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Sugarloaf Jewellery?

The price for a sugarloaf jewellery starts at $250 and tops out at $463,424 with these rings, on average, selling for $6,000.

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.