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Elsa Peretti Tiffany Co. Tiger s Eye Quartz 18 Karat Gold Touchstone Pendant M
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
logo link - stamped 750 for 18 karat gold Signed Peretti and T & Co. From the vintage Touchstone
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Late 20th Century Drop Necklaces

Materials

Tiger s Eye, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co 1.25ct Starfish Pave Diamond Platinum Pendant Necklace Elsa Peretti
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
A Gorgeous Shimmering Timeless Authentic TIFFANY & Co Large Diamond Starfish Pendant Necklace in
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Early 2000s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Tiffany Co. 1978 By Elsa Peretti Freeform Open Bottle Necklace in 925 Sterling
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Open bottle necklace designed by Elsa Peretti (1940-2019) for Tiffany & Co. Gorgeous freeform open
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Sterling Silver

Elsa Peretti Starfish Pendant and Chain in 18k Yellow Gold
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany Co.
Located in Honolulu, HI
and in the celestial heavens" (Tiffany). This pendant and chain is richly crafted in 18k yellow gold
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Elsa Peretti Open Heart Pendant and Chain in 18k Yellow Gold
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany Co.
Located in Honolulu, HI
in 18k yellow gold. The pendant measures 12 mm tall, 14.5 mm wide and comes on a 16 inch Tiffany & Co
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ball Hook Dangle Earrings
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Tiffany & Co 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ball Hook Drop Earrings- These timeless 18K yellow gold
Category

20th Century Dangle Earrings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Elsa Peretti Tiffany Co. 18 Karat Gold Large Floating Heart Pendant Necklace
By Elsa Peretti
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Vintage 18K gold open heart pendant and chain necklace designed by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co
Category

Vintage 1980s Spanish Modernist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

18K Emerald Diamond Ring Pendant Vintage Tiffany Co Necklace GIA Fine 7.02 Cts
Located in Sylvania, GA
7.02 CARAT RING THAT CAN ALSO BE WORN AS A PENDANT--TWO PIECES IN ONE! SOLID 18K GOLD TIFFANY & CO
Category

20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Cartier Vintage Necklace 18k Gold Mariner Link Chain
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A vintage Cartier chain necklace, crafted of 18k gold, featuring mariner links. The mariner links
Category

Vintage 1970s French Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Woven Braided 14-Karat Gold Chain Bracelet by Zelman Friedman
Located in Shippensburg, PA
quality and manufactured designs for Tiffany & Co throughout the late 20th century. Specifications
Category

20th Century American Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Gold

T&Co Elsa Peretti Bean Bracelet
Located in McLeansville, NC
An 18 karat yellow gold three bean charm bracelet design by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany and Company
Category

Early 2000s Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Faraone 18k Gold Coin Necklace Gunmetal Italy Estate Jewelry
By Faraone
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
neck. This vintage necklace is made of 18 karat yellow gold and gunmetal and features five antique
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Link Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, 24k Gold

Vintage Cartier Brooch 18k Gold Flower Heart Design Estate Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lavish vintage Cartier brooch of a flower design, made of 18k gold. This exuberant flower was
Category

Vintage 1970s French Brooches

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Diamond Bracelet Tubogas 18k Gold Vintage Estate Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Tiffany & Co. who are working with precious stones a lot, Cartier is strictly focusing on diamonds and
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Vintage 1970s French More Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Diamond Heart 14k Gold Necklace Pendant Pin Brooch Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
vintage diamond heart pendant pin and the Diamonds by the Yard chain, are made of 14 karat white gold. The
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Jean Schlumberger Chunky Oval Link Bracelet
By Jean Schlumberger
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Jean Schlumberger chunky chain oval link bracelet set in 18k yellow gold. The
Category

1990s Unknown Retro Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

ALDO CIPULLO Vintage 18k Jade Hamsa Hand Pendant
By Aldo Cipullo
Located in Narberth, PA
before moving to New York in 1959. He began his career working for both Tiffany & Co. and David Webb, but
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Vintage 1960s Retro Link Bracelets

Materials

Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Panthere Silverium Pendant Cartier Necklace 18k Gold Estate Jewelry
By Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
An iconic Cartier hanging Panthere pendant with a 18k gold Cartier chain necklace. A sleek and
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Vintage 1980s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Vintage Tiffany Co. Box Link Gold Chain Necklace
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A nice and heavy (74.5 grams) box link chain by Tiffany & Co. made of 18k gold. Polished finish and
Category

1990s German Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Tiffany Co. Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Watch Chain
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage (1980s) watch chain made of polished 18k yellow gold by Tiffany&Co. Features a watch chain
Category

Vintage 1970s Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Belcher Chain
By Tiffany Co.
Located in London, GB
Here we have a stylish contemporary chain from the world renowned jewellery designer, Tiffany & Co
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Vintage Yellow Gold Lapis Lazuli Chain Necklace
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Gorgeous vintage (c.1970) 14k yellow gold necklace by Tiffany & Co. Features whimsical chain link
Category

Vintage 1970s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. 1980s Vintage 18 Karat Gold Wheat Chain Bracelet
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
clasp with a fold-over safety Stamped 750 for 18 karat gold Fully signed Tiffany & Co. Circa: 1980s
Category

Vintage 1980s Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co. Chain Link Bracelet Set in 18k Yellow Gold
By Tiffany Co.
Located in London, England
A simple yet elegant chunky chain bracelet set in solid 18k yellow gold, signed Tiffany & Co.. The
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co. Citrine Pendant with 18 Karat Gold Chain Necklace
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Addison, TX
This Tiffany & Co Vintage beauty features a 35 karat step-cut citrine gemstone that descends from
Category

Mid-20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co. 925 Silver 14k Yellow Gold Rope Chain Necklace 60cm
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 925 Silver & 14k Yellow Gold Rope Chain Necklace. A beautiful and rare
Category

20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Silver

Vintage Diamond 18 Karat Gold Curb Link Chain Bracelet by Tiffany Co.
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Italy 1.00 Ctw. Diamond & Curb Link Gold Chain Bracelet., composed of 18k
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

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

Tiffany Co. Estate Gold Chain Necklace C.1960 s
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 1960's Tiffany & Co. Chain Link Heavy Chain. The chain has Tiffany & Co. W. Germany 18K
Category

20th Century German Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co. Germany 18k Gold Bracelet
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Germany 18k Gold Bracelet. Signed Tiffany & Co., Germany, with purity mark
Category

Early 2000s German Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Byzantine Chain Bracelet in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Hicksville, NY
stamped with Tiffany & Co's maker mark. Crafted in 14 Karat Yellow Gold, it is a stunning bracelet, dating
Category

Vintage 1980s Unknown Retro Chain Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Vintage Twisted Rope Chain Necklace and Convertible Bracelet Set
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Narberth, PA
This magnificent Vintage Tiffany & Co. piece is from the 1970s era and has a convertible design
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. 14kt Yellow Gold Rolo Chain Long 4.4 Grams Stamped
By Tiffany Co.
Located in San Diego, CA
Versatile 24 inch Tiffany Co rolo link chain that's 1mm wide, weighs 4.4 grams, and secured with a
Category

2010s Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co. Italy 18 Karat Gold Rope Bracelet
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Tiffany & Co. Italy 18k Gold Rope Bracelet is simply stunning and sophisticated. Fashioned in 18K yellow
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Vintage 14 Karat Gold Twisted Rope Bracelet
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Completed by concealed clasp with figure eight safety Circa 1970's Partially signed Tiffany & Co. and
Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co. 18k Yellow Gold Byzantine Bracelet
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Byzantine Bracelet is a striking example of exquisite
Category

Late 20th Century American Chain Bracelets

Tiffany Co. Stations Chain Bracelet In 18Kt Yellow Gold With 16.68 Ctw Coral
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Miami, FL
in New York city by Tiffany & Co. This sleek vintage piece of jewelry was carefully crafted in solid
Category

20th Century American Modernist Chain Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Emerald Bracelet
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Emerald Bracelet- This exquisite Tiffany bracelet
Category

Late 20th Century Chain Bracelets

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co. Heart Link Necklace
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Dallas, TX
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Heart Link Necklace - Tiffany & Co Interlocking Hearts vintage necklace
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Chain Necklaces

Tiffany Co. Schlumberger 18K Yellow Gold Stylized Chain Necklace
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Achieve an instantly polished look with this vintage yellow gold chain! Tiffany & Co. chain by
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20th Century French Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

TIFFANY CO. ELSA PERETTI 18k Yellow Gold Mesh Somerset Chain Necklace Vintage
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Tiffany & Co. Elsa Peretti Mesh Somerset 18k Yellow Gold Necklace Vintage Here is your chance to
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Vintage 1970s American Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Yellow Gold Tiffany and Co Heart and Key Charm Bracelet
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 14 karat yellow gold heart and key charm bracelet, comprised of one "Tiffany & Co." heart
Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold Tiffany Co. Atlas Bracelet
By Tiffany Co.
Located in London, England
A fine vintage charm bracelet by Tiffany & Co. from their Atlas collection. It is well crafted from
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co. Cross My Heart Necklace 18 Karat Gold Designer Jewelry
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant and finely detailed vintage Tiffany & Co Cross My Heart necklace, crafted in 18 karat
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co Vanerie 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Tiffany & Co Vanerie 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet The bracelet is 7 inches long and 9mm wide. Total
Category

Early 2000s Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Vintage Tiffany Co Multi Colour Gemstone 18k Yellow Gold Curb Bracelet
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Tiffany & Co Multi Colour Gemstone 18k Yellow Gold Curb Bracelet. Fine vintage
Category

20th Century Chain Bracelets

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...

Vintage Tiffany Co. Coral Cross My Heart Necklace 18 Karat Gold Crossover
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
Elegant and finely detailed vintage Tiffany & Co coral Cross My Heart necklace, crafted in 18 karat
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Hicksville, NY
Beautifully crafted 18 Karat yellow gold high polish bracelet Made by iconic Tiffany & Co
Category

Vintage 1980s Retro Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold

Tiffany Co. Somerset Necklace 16" - Yellow Gold 18k Woven Mesh Choker
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Collection: Somerset Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Chain Style: Woven Mesh
Category

20th Century Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co Necklace. Elsa Peretti Diamond by the Yard Solitaire 1P
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Tiffany and Co. 18k Yellow Gold and diamond necklace Elsa Peretti Single diamond "Diamonds by the
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1990s Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

TIFFANY CO. 1978 Elsa Peretti Draped Mesh Chain Necklace in 18Kt Yellow Gold
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany Co.
Located in Miami, FL
Draped mesh necklace designed by Elsa Peretti (1940-2019) for Tiffany & Co. This sportive long
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modernist Chain Necklaces

Materials

Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Tiffany Co. Vintage Paloma Picasso Citrine Necklace Yellow Gold
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
The necklace is 18 inches in length, made of 18K yellow gold, and weighs 90.90 DWT (approx. 141.37
Category

Vintage 1980s Chain Necklaces

Materials

Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co Necklace Elsa Peretti Diamond by the Yard 0.30ct Solitaire 1P
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Tiffany and Co. 18k Yellow Gold and diamond necklace Elsa Peretti Single diamond "Diamonds by the
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1990s Modern Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Elsa Peretti Bean Necklace 16 1/4" - Yellow Gold 18k Converted
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Tiffany & Co. Designer: Elsa Peretti Collection: Bean Design: Authentic Vintage Tiffany & Co
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

Yellow Gold

Elsa Peretti for Tiffany Co. 18k Gold Mesh Necklace
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Elsa Peretti necklace for Tiffany & Co. from the 1990s features a striking mesh chain
Category

1990s Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold

Tiffany Co. Paloma Picasso Gold Multi Snake Chain Bracelet
By Paloma Picasso
Located in Narberth, PA
A fabulous Vintage gold bracelet by Paloma Picasso for Tiffany & Co.! This unique piece is made of
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Late 20th Century Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold

18 Carat Gold Collar Necklace with Alligator Skin Pattern by Tiffany circa 1970s
By Tiffany Co.
Located in London, GB
A vintage 18ct gold collar necklace by Tiffany & Co, circa 1970s, the solid necklace of undulating
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Vintage 1970s American Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Vintage Tiffany Co Cable Link Bracelet, 44.7g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
18K Yellow Gold Vintage Tiffany & Co Cable Link Bracelet, 44.7g Unisex Vintage 18k yellow gold
Category

20th Century Chain Bracelets

Materials

Yellow Gold

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Tiffany Co Vintage Gold Chain For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact tiffany co vintage gold chain you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, yellow gold and 18k gold — can elevate any look. Find an antique version now, or shop for 329 vintage or 53 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Finding the perfect tiffany co vintage gold chain may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A tiffany co vintage gold chain from Tiffany Co., Elsa Peretti for Tiffany Co. and Paloma Picasso for Tiffany Co. — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any tiffany co vintage gold chain from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 39 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also cabochon and heart cut versions for sale. When shopping for a tiffany co vintage gold chain, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Tiffany Co Vintage Gold Chain?

Prices for a tiffany co vintage gold chain can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $270 and can go as high as $51,873, while this accessory, on average, fetches $3,605.

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.