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Diamond, tanzanite Blue Chalcedony 18K White Gold Flower Clip-On Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
vibrant tanzanites, totaling approximately 0.60 carats, adding a subtle pop of deep blue. Surrounding the
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, Tanzanite, White Gold

Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Tanzanite Diamond Bracelet Set In 18K Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Tanzanite & Diamond Bracelet Set In 18K & Silver Natural Tanzanite
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Late 20th Century Indian Anglo-Indian Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Silver

Set in 18K Gold, Tanzanite Sugarloaf, Ethiopian Opal Diamond Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very stylish and gorgeous, Tanzanite & Ethiopian Opal Cocktail Dome Ring set in 18K White Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

De Vroomen Citrine Tanzanite Gold Clip Earrings
By De Vroomen
Located in San Francisco, CA
earrings feature two large oval cut citrine quartz bezel set alongside two cabochon tanzanites. The
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21st Century and Contemporary English Contemporary More Earrings

Materials

Citrine, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Blue Purple Tanzanite Diamond Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1970 super bright bluish purple cabochon Tanzanite engagement ring 13.37cts with a bright triangle
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Vintage 1970s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Opal And Tanzanite pendant with diamonds in 18 Karat White Gold
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Opal 12.17 carats diamond .30 carats
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2010s Indian Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Opal, Tanzanite, White Gold

Bochic “Orient” Tanzanite Blue Topaz Earrings Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Tanzanite & Blue Topaz Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Purple Cabochon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Tanzanite, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Silver

Gemjunky Unique Rose Quartz and Tanzanite Pendant
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
carat checkerboard table Rose Quartz. The 5.57 carat lovely cabochon Tanzanite fairly glows. The hinge
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Quartz, Tanzanite, Zircon, Sterling Silver

18k Bracelet with Sapphire, Emerald, Garnet, Aquamarine, Amethyst and Tanzanite
Located in Aspen, CO
bright and cut en cabochon except for the sapphires which are pear cut. This fine bracelet is now 6.6
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Emerald, Garnet, Sapphire, Tanzanite, 14k Gold

Art Deco Tanzanite Emerald 35.2Ct and 0.57Ct Natural Diamond Ring in Silver
Located in Hong Kong, HK
of gemstones. At the center, a vibrant Tanzanite is surrounded by a rich arrangement of Emeralds
Category

2010s Hong Kong Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, Silver

Carlo Viani Le Vian Turquoise, Blue Topaz, Tanzanite 14K Gold Cocktail Ring
By Le Vian
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
A stunning 17mm x 13mm robin's egg blue oval turquoise cabochon is engaged in an opulent oxidized
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2010s American Dome Rings

Materials

Tanzanite, Turquoise, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Orient” Royal Blue Sapphire Lilac Tanzanite Vintage Cluster Ring Set
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Sapphire Cabochon - 12 Carat Lilac Tanzanite - 3 Carats This Ring is from the "Orient" traveling
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Orient” Tanzanite Blue Topaz Earrings Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Tanzanite & Blue Topaz Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Purple Cabochon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Tanzanite, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Orient” Tanzanite Blue Topaz Earrings Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Tanzanite & Blue Topaz Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Purple Cabochon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Tanzanite, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Orient” Tanzanite Blue Topaz Earrings Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Tanzanite & Blue Topaz Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Purple Cabochon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Tanzanite, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Orient” Tanzanite Blue Topaz Earrings Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Tanzanite & Blue Topaz Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Purple Cabochon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Tanzanite, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Orient” Tanzanite Blue Topaz Earrings Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Tanzanite & Blue Topaz Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Purple Cabochon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Tanzanite, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Orient” Tanzanite Blue Topaz Earrings Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Tanzanite & Blue Topaz Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Purple Cabochon
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Tanzanite, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Capri” Natural Ruby Tanzanite Earrings Set in 22k Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Natural Tanzanite - Colors, Purple, 12 Carats Natural White Topaz - 10 Carats Set in 22K Gold and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Ruby, Tanzanite, Topaz, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Jona Tanzanite Pink Sapphire Diamond Gold Ring
By Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat rose gold ring, centering a cabochon cut
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Natural Ethiopian Opal Ring Tanzanite and Diamond Setting 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Punta Gorda, FL
= 2.35 Carats 8 Tanzanites = 0.45 Carats 30 Diamonds = 0.10 Carats Metal: 14K Yellow Gold Ring Size: 8
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gorgeous Translucent Tanzanite Rondel Necklace with Sterling Silver Clasp
By Aria Jewelry Design
Located in Raleigh, NC
23.5 Inch Necklace Cabochon Rondel Tanzanite accented with faceted Moonstones. These are highly
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Tanzanite, Sterling Silver

Tanzanite, Opal and Tourmaline Multi-Gemstone 22 Karat Gold Dangle Earrings
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Three tier, hand forged 22k yellow gold dangle earrings featuring Tanzanite (4.7 ct), Iolite (4.2
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2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Iolite, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, Gold, 22k Gold, Yel...

Pink Tourmaline Tanzanite Blue Zircon Amethyst Cocktail Ring
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
(8.14cts) cabochon, pear shape Tanzanites (3.04cts tw), round Blue Zircons (1.30cts tw), and round
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, Zircon, 18k Gold

Alex Jona Coral Tanzanite 18 Karat White Gold White Diamond Drop Earrings
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
cushion cut tanzanite weighing 2,09 carats, white diamonds weighing 0,05 carats, suspending two coral
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Dalben One of a Kind Tanzanite Scratch Engraved Gold Ring
Located in Como, IT
-set cabochon Tanzanite. Ring size 7 1/4 - EU 55 re-sizable to most finger sizes. The ring is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Tanzanite, Tsavorite and Diamond Victorian Split Shank Dome Ring in 18k/925 Gold
Located in New York, NY
harmonious combination of a captivating tanzanite, vibrant tsavorites, and dazzling diamonds. Crafted in a
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2010s Victorian Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Tsavorite, Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Impressive 100 Carat Tanzanite Tourmaline Diamond Pearl Cuff Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Impressive 100 Carat Cabochon Tanzanite Tourmaline Diamond Pearl Bracelet measures 7 inches long
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2010s American Art Deco Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Black Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, Sterling Silver

Victorian 26.28 Cttw. Tanzanite, Tsavorite and Diamond Dangle Earrings
Located in New York, NY
heart of these captivating earrings is an oval cabochon tanzanite, embraced by a mesmerizing diamond
Category

2010s Victorian Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Tsavorite, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

Sutra 18KT Gold, 11.56 Carat Tanzanite, 13.73 Carat Sapphires Diamond Earrings
By Sutra Jewels
Located in New York, NY
These stunning earrings are composed of round cabochon tanzanite centers that are surrounded by
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2010s Indian Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

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

Tanzanite Ruby Five Strand Freshwater Pearl Gold Necklace Ambassador Galbraith
Located in New York, NY
Necklace with Five Strands of Freshwater Pearls, two oval cabochon Tanzanite gems, two pear shape Ruby gems
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold, E...

Jona Tanzanite Sapphire White Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Solitaire Ring
By Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold ring centering a cabochon
Category

2010s Italian Engagement Rings

Materials

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

9.23 Carat Sapphire, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, Morganite, Peridot, Diamond Necklace
By Kiersten Elizabeth
Located in Southport, CT
0.16 Carats Pear-shaped Tanzanite Weighs 0.10 Carats Oval Cabochon Tourmaline Weighs 0.21 Carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, Morganite, Peridot, Sapphire, Spinel, Tanzani...

Fei Liu 18 Karat White Gold Blue Tanzanite With Pearl and Diamonds Necklace
By Fei Liu
Located in Birmingham, GB
deep blue tanzanite pear shape cabochon pendant, surrounded by a 0.154ct halo of sparkling diamonds
Category

2010s British Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Sterling Ethiopian Opal Tanzanite White Topaz Ring 925 Oval Butterfly Halo 8 1/4
Located in Greensboro, NC
Cabochon Natural Tanzanites Treatment: Routinely Enhanced Cut: Round Color: Light Purple Natural White
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21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Opal, Tanzanite, Topaz

Victorian 7.6 cttw. Tanzanite, Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring in 18K/925 Gold
Located in New York, NY
elegance and opulence of the Victorian era. This magnificent piece features a captivating round cabochon
Category

2010s Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Tanzanite, Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver

18 Karat Gold and Multi-Gemstone Etruscan Style Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
cabochon gemstone at the center. The amethyst is flanked by a square faceted green tanzanite and yellow
Category

20th Century American Band Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Multi-gemstone, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold

Bochic Earrings Cocktail Ring Set, Natural Multi Gems Set in 22k Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Carats Natural Tanzanite, Colors - Purple, 23 Carats Natural White Topaz, Colors - White, 15 Carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Tanzanite, Topaz, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Bochic “Capri” Earrings Cocktail Ring, Multi Gems Set in 22k Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Carats Natural Tanzanite, Colors - Purple, 23 Carats Natural White Topaz, Colors - White, 15 Carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Tanzanite, Topaz, 22k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver

Jona White Diamond Coral 18 Karat White Gold Dangle Pendant Earrings
By Jona
Located in Torino, Piedmont
featuring two cabochon tanzanite, 100 white diamonds weighing 0.83 carats and four Japanese coral branches
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Chanel Coco Baroque Yellow Gold Multi-Gemstone Dome Ring
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
cabochon peridots and oval tanzanites weighing an estimated 6.50 carats total weight. Signed Chanel, 750
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Multi-gemstone, Peridot, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

David Yurman Sterling Silver Yellow Gold and Tanzanite Cable Bracelet
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
buckle motif that is adorned with vibrant square-cut tanzanite stones. Cabochon tanzanite stones further
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21st Century and Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Tanzanite Cabochons and Gold Necklace by Marion Jeantet
By Marion Jeantet
Located in Paris, FR
A charming necklace with a luminous cameo of Tanzanite cabochons. 18k pink gold, 40cm long, French
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Gold

Gurhan Tanzanite Cabochon Diamond Gold Ring
By Gurhan
Located in Lambertville, NJ
A 24k yellow gold ring set with a tanzanite cabochon (17.5mm x 13mm) and approximately 0.56ctw of H
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 24k Gold

Tanzanite Cabochon Cut and Round Diamond Ring, Tanzanites Weigh 19.20 Carat
By Rina Limor
Located in Chicago, IL
This striking shaped Tanzanite Cabochon cut ring features 3 Tanzanite Cabochon cuts weighing
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

18 K Yellow Gold Necklaces with Tourmalines and Tanzanite Cabochons
By Marion Jeantet
Located in Paris, FR
Charming necklaces with luminous cameo of green, pink tourmaline and Tanzanite cabochons. 18k
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Multi-Strand Necklaces

Materials

Tanzanite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Gold

Tanzanite Cabochon 5.96 Carat Diamonds 18 Carat White Gold Ring
By Les Pierres de Julie
Located in Paris, FR
Amazing Tanzanite cabochon set on a white gold ring paved with brilliant-cut diamonds. Tanzanite
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2010s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Gold Chain, a 29, 64 carat Tanzanite Cabochon Pendant Set with Diamonds
By Marion Jeantet
Located in Paris, FR
Magnificent tanzanite cabochon weighing 29.64 carats set in 18 carat yellow gold. The rings are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Brown Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Pink Fancy Tanzanite Cabochon Necklace in 18 kt Rose Gold
By David Meelheim Designs
Located in Houston, TX
Rare Pink Tanzanite Cabochon Necklace in 18 kt Rose Gold surrounded with Mahenge Spinels. 28 cts
Category

2010s American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Tanzanite, Rose Gold

Lilly Hastedt 18 Karat Yellow Gold Blue Tanzanite Cabochon Cocktail Wave Ring
By Lilly Hastedt
Located in London, GB
18 Karat yellow gold tanzanite cabochon cocktail ring. A fabulous cocktail ring with lot's of
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21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tanzanite, 18k Gold

ARAYA 74.98 Carat Tanzanite Cabochon and Diamond Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Mumbai, HM
work of modern art. Meticulously composed of 9.26ct diamonds and 75ct tanzanite cabochons, these ARAYA
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2010s Indian Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

14K Yellow Gold 7.88ctw Cushion Tanzanite Cabochon Diamond Cocktail Ring, Size
Located in Holtsville, NY
* Ornament Width: 15mm * Gemstone: Tanzanite * Carat Weight: 7.88 * Stone Count: 1 * Stone Shape: Cabochon
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2010s American Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cabochon Tanzanite Drop Gold Earrings Emerald Diamonds Butterfly Backs
By BOON
Located in Bangkok, TH
BOON Cabochon Tanzanite Drop Earrings in 18K White Gold with Emerald and Diamonds Gold: 18K White
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Tanzanite Gold Choker
By Lori Kaplan Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
One of a kind Tanzanite cabochon on 18K gold twisted link chain in a simple bezel with texture
Category

2010s American Contemporary Choker Necklaces

Materials

Tanzanite, 18k Gold, Gold

Tanzanite Ring
Located in Florence, IT
Own production, huge Tanzanite cabochon cut, ct. 14.70 , surrounded by ct. 6.89 of "Cromodiopside
Category

2010s Italian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold

Modern Art Deco Style 18.85 Carat Cabochon Tanzanite Onyx Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Art Deco Inspired 18.85 Carat Cabochon Tanzanite Ring embellished with Onyx and Diamond in 18K
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Dome Rings

Materials

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

Modern Art Deco Style 18.85 Carat Cabochon Tanzanite Onyx Diamond Gold Ring
Located in Bangkok, TH
Art Deco Inspired 18.85 Carat Cabochon Tanzanite Ring embellished with Onyx and Diamond in 18K
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

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Tanzanite Cabochon For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the tanzanite cabochon 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 White Gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 25 vintage or 172 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect tanzanite cabochon among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 20th 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 versions are of considerable interest. Creating a tanzanite cabochon has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Royaal Stones Ltd, Meghna Jewels and Jona are consistently popular. Today, if you’re looking for a cabochon version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes oval cut and sugarloaf cabochon alternatives. When shopping for a tanzanite cabochon, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Tanzanite Cabochon?

On average, a tanzanite cabochon at 1stDibs sells for $5,200, while they’re typically $428 on the low end and $134,999 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.