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ANGELA CUMMINGS 1987 Modernist Flower Petals Earrings In .925 Sterling Silver
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Flower earrings designed by Angela Cummings. This is fabulous pair of flowers earrings created by
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Modern 18 Karat Yellow Gold Rock Crystal Earrings by Angela Cummings
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
for 18k gold. Angela Cummings was a noted designer who often designed for Tiffany & Co. in the 70's
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Rock Crystal, 18k Gold

Angela Cummings 1985 Geometric Earrings 18Kt Yellow Gold 9.20 Ct Tourmalines
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Geometric earrings designed by Angela Cummings. Rare and beautiful three-dimensional pair, created
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings Rare Geometric Clip Earrings 18kt Yellow Gold Carved Carnelian
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Geometric earrings designed by Angela Cummings. Rare and beautiful three-dimensional pieces
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

ANGELA CUMMINGS 1985 Geometric Cufflinks In 18Kt Gold with Gemstones Inlaid
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of cufflinks designed by Angela Cummings. This is a beautiful and rare pair of cufflinks
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Cufflinks

Materials

Agate, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Angela Cummings 1991 Studios Perforations Free-Form Necklace Solid .925 Sterling
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Perforations necklace designed by Angela Cummings. Beautiful sculptural necklace, created by
Category

1990s Modernist Link Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Angela Cummings Studios Perforations Free Forms Earrings Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Perforations earrings designed by Angela Cummings. Beautiful organic pair, created by
Category

Vintage 1980s Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings Tiffany Co. 1970 Inlaid Multi-Gem 18K Gold Angel Fish Brooch
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
  Stamped for 18 karat gold Fully signed for Tiffany & Co. With maker's mark for Angel Cummings Circa: 1970s
Category

Vintage 1970s Brooches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold

Angela Cummings Dots Clips Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Black Jade And Opal
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
A magnificent pair of ear-clips designed by Angela Cummings. An exceedingly rare master piece
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Opal, Black Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

TIFFANY CO. Lapis Bangle Earclip Suite
By Angela Cummings
Located in San Antonio, TX
18 kt. gold and inlaid lapis bangle and matching earrings. Signed T & CO. 18 kt., 750.
Category

American More Jewelry

Vintage 1987 Angela Cummings 18 Karat Yellow Gold Woven Clip-On Earrings
By Angela Cummings
Located in Fairfield, CT
Crafted in 18 karat yellow gold, these Angela Cummings clip-on earrings exhibit an elegant woven
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

ANGELA CUMMINGS Allure Clips Earrings In 18Kt Gold With Black Jades Inlaid
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Allure earrings designed by Angela Cummings. Very rare and beautiful pair of clips on earrings
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Black Jade, Jade, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

ANGELA CUMMINGS 1984 Geometric Earrings In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Blue Turquoises
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Geometric earrings designed by Angela Cummings. This is beautiful rare pair of earrings, created
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Angela Cummings 1987 Studios Free Form Sculptural Brooch in .925 Sterling Silver
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
A free forms brooch designed by Angela Cummings. Beautiful sculptural piece, created by Angela
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modern Brooches

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Angela Cummings Studio 1993 Textured Petals Earrings in Solid 18kt Yellow Gold
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Petals earrings designed by Angela Cummings. Beautiful pair of earrings inspired by the nature
Category

Late 20th Century American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

ANGELA CUMMINGS 1985 Geometric Bold Clips Earrings In Brushed 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Geometric clips-on earrings designed by Angela Cummings. This is beautiful three-dimensional pair
Category

1990s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Angela Cummings Studios 1987 New York Rare Perforations Earrings Solid 18Kt Gold
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of earrings designed by Angela Cummings. Beautiful three-dimensional sculptural pieces
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings Studios 1987 New York Rare Honeycombs Bracelet Solid 18Kt Gold
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Honeycombs wavy bracelet designed by Angela Cummings. Beautiful three-dimensional piece, created
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Bangles

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings Japonisme Ear-Clips in 18Kt Yellow Gold with Inlaid Gemstones
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Unusual pair of ear-clips designed by Angela Cummings. A rare one-of-a-kind vintage pair of clips
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Agate, Hematite, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings 1984 Sculptural Clip Earrings in 18kt Yellow Gold with Carnelian
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Geometric earrings designed by Angela Cummings. Rare and beautiful three-dimensional pieces
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings Studios Rare Cocktail Ring 18Kt Yellow Gold 2.13 Cts Tourmaline
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Rare ring designed by Angela Cummings. This vintage piece was created at his own studio workshop
Category

Early 2000s American Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings Perforations Free Form Earrings 18Kt Gold With 2.24 Ctw Diamonds
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of Perforations earrings designed by Angela Cummings. Beautiful organic pair, created in New
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

Angela Cummings Studios Geometric Clip Earrings 18Kt Gold with Inlaid Black Jade
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Geometric dotted clip earrings designed by Angela Cummings. Very beautiful pair, created by Angela
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Pyrite, Black Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings Circled Geometric Clips On Earrings In 18Kt Gold With Lapis
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Clips-on earrings designed by Angela Cummings Terrific! very rare pair of clips-on earrings
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings Studios 1987 New York Honeycomb Earrings in 18kt Yellow Gold
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Pair of earrings designed by Angela Cummings. Beautiful three dimensional sculptural pieces
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings 1993 Nephrite Green Jade Necklace with 18kt Yellow Gold Mounting
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Nephrite green jade necklace designed by Angela Cummings. A very rare modernist piece, created in
Category

1990s American Modern Drop Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings Allure Clips-On Earrings In 18Kt Gold With Black Jade Inlaid
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Allure earrings designed by Angela Cummings. Very rare, beautiful pair of clips on earrings
Category

1990s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Black Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings 1986 New York Textured Wavy Scales Ring 18Kt Gold with Diamonds
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
A wavy scale ring designed by Angela Cummings. Beautiful artistic ring, created in New York at the
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings New York Knots Earrings in 18Kt Yellow Gold with White Nacre
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Knots earrings designed by Angela Cummings. An elegant and playful free-forms shaped pair of
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings Studios Criss Cross Clip Earrings in 18kt Gold with Green Jade
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Petals earrings designed by Angela Cummings. Beautiful pair of earrings, created by Angela
Category

1990s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings 1985 Rare Allure Clip Earrings 18Kt Yellow Gold with Black Jade
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Allure earrings designed by Angela Cummings. Very rare beautiful pair, created by Angela Cummings
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Black Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings 1997 Brooch in 18kt Yellow Gold with 3.76ctw in Blue Sapphires
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Fruity brooch designed by Angela Cummings. Fantastic and unusual brooch, created by Angela
Category

1990s American Modern Brooches

Materials

Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings 1.75 Carats Pave Diamond Platinum 18 Karat Gold Flower Brooch
By Angela Cummings for Tiffany Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
karat gold, respectively. Signed Cummings for Angela Cummings. Stamped 2000. Measures: 1 1/8 x 2 1/8
Category

Early 2000s Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Tiffany Co. Opal and Onyx Earrings
By Angela Cummings for Tiffany Co.
Located in San Antonio, TX
Tiffany & Co. checkered earrings made of Opal and Onyx inlaid in 18k yellow gold in a checkered
Category

Vintage 1980s American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Angela Cummings 1980 New York Studios Large Flowers Earrings in 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Beautiful pair of earrings designed by Angela Cummings. Very chic and youthful pair of clips
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings Studio 1983 Very Rare Organic Necklace in Solid 18kt Yellow Gold
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
Magnificence necklace designed by Angela Cummings. Gorgeous one-of-a-kind sculptural piece
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Choker Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Angela Cummings 1988 Studios Lotus Clip Earrings in 18Kt Gold with White Nacre
By Angela Cummings for Tiffany Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Lotus clips earrings designed by Angela Cummings. Very rare pieces created in New York city at the
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Company Angela Cummings Lapis Lazuli Mother Of Pearl Earclip Earrings
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Iconic mother of pearl and lapis lazuli earrings by Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co. The earrings
Category

Late 20th Century Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cummings Nautilus Earrings
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 18 karat gold, mother-of-pearl and opal earrings by Angela Cummings. Signed Tiffany & Co
Tiffany Co. Inlaid Polka Dot Cuff
By Angela Cummings
Located in San Antonio, TX
TIFFANY & CO, 750.
Category

Vintage 1980s American Bangles

Materials

Jade, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold

Cummings Cheetah Spot Lozenge Earrings
By Angela Cummings
Located in New York, NY
A pair of 18 karat gold and mother-of-pearl earrings by Angela Cummings for Tiffany. Signed
Tiffany Co. 18k Gold Gemstone Angel Fish Brooch
By Angela Cummings for Tiffany Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Tiffany & Co. angelfish brooch is crafted in 18k yellow gold with inlaid mother-of
Category

Late 20th Century Brooches

Materials

Coral, Onyx, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold Mother of Pearl and Onyx Pansy Earrings by Tiffany Co.
By Angela Cummings for Tiffany Co.
Located in Zurich, CH
Cummings for Tiffany & Co., late 20th Century. Crafted in 18 karat yellow gold and designed as pansies of
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

TIFFANY CO. Reversible Hematite Black Jade Gold Inlaid Bangle
By Angela Cummings for Tiffany Co.
Located in New York City, NY
Very collectible and sought after 18K yellow gold reversible inlaid bangle bracelet by Tiffany & Co
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

Tiffany Co. 18k Yellow Gold Inlay Bangle Bracelet
By Angela Cummings for Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Inlay Bangle Bracelet. Details: Inlaid black jade, hematite and
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Bangles

Materials

Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Diamond Sapphire 18 Karat Gold Bird Brooch
By Angela Cummings for Tiffany Co.
Located in Banbury, GB
This elegant Tiffany & Co. brooch is crafted out of 18k yellow gold in the shape of a charming bird
Category

Vintage 1960s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Tiffany Co. A. Cummings 18K Yellow Gold Mother Of Pearl Square Clip Earrings
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co. pair of earrings designed by Angela Cummings finely crafted in 18 karat yellow gold
Category

Vintage 1980s American Retro Drop Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Diamond and Platinum Swirl Earrings
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York City, NY
Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co., the Diamond and Platinum Small Swirl Earrings are not just a piece of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany Intarsio Stone Inlaid Gold Cufflinks
By Angela Cummings for Tiffany Co.
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1980s, 18k, by Angela Cummings for Tiffany & Co, New York. These elegant eighties cufflinks
Category

Vintage 1980s American Cufflinks

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Tiffany Co. Black Jade and Gold Polka Dot Earrings
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Atlanta, GA
Iconic and collectable. Angela Cummings launched this fabulous positive negative design during her
Category

Late 20th Century Hong Kong Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold

TIFFANY Mother of Pearl Enamel Wardrobe
By Angela Cummings
Located in San Antonio, TX
18 kt. gold and black enamel earclips. Bangles are 2-1/4 ins. in diameter. Each signed TIFFANY & CO.
Tiffany 18k Yellow Gold Black Jade Polka Dot Earrings
By Angela Cummings for Tiffany Co.
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Hong Kong”. This is an original design of Angela Cummings. Cummings joined Tiffany & Co. in 1975 and
Category

Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Black Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. 18K Yellow Gold Black Jade and Opal Earrings
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
A pair of black jade and opal checkerboard patterned dome earrings, in 18k gold. Angela Cummings
Category

20th Century American Modern Stud Earrings

Materials

Jade, Opal, Black Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany 18k Gold Mother-of-Pearl Polka Dot Earrings
By Angela Cummings for Tiffany Co.
Located in Palm Beach, FL
. © 750 Hong Kong". The iconic designer Angela Cummings joined Tiffany & Co. in 1975 and worked as
Category

Vintage 1980s Hong Kong Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold

Tiffany Co. 18k Gold Cage Bracelet
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Cummings, and Paloma Picasso. Tiffany & Co. engagement rings are unquestionably the most popular among
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Gold Inlaid Black Onyx and Opal Bracelet and Earclips Set
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Bal Harbour, FL
Earclips: 3/4 x 3/4" This signature design was introduced to Tiffany and Co. by the designer Angela
Category

Vintage 1980s American Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Onyx, Opal, 18k Gold

TIFFANY CO. stylish mother of pearl, onyx and gold necklace.
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat yellow gold, mother of pearl and onyx necklace. Angela Cummings.
Category

Vintage 1980s Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold

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Tiffany And Co Angela Cummings For Sale on 1stDibs

Find an expansive variety of tiffany and co angela cummings available on 1stDibs. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold — can elevate any look. Find a collection of 59 vintage versions or 2 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our inventory has long been popular, and it includes earlier versions that date to the 20th Century and newer variations that were made as recently as the 21st Century. The designs in our inventory of tiffany and co angela cummings bearing Contemporary or Modern hallmarks are very popular. There have been many well-made iterations of these items over the years, but those made by Angela Cummings for Tiffany Co., Tiffany Co. and Angela Cummings are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Many pieces in our collection are stylish for most occasions, but Lapis Lazuli versions, from our inventory of 9, can add a particularly distinctive touch to your look, day or night. A selection of round cut, uncut and brilliant cut can be found today on these pages. If you’re browsing the variety of tiffany and co angela cummings for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

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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.