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Chopard "I Heart You" Gold Bracelet
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
", placed on a cuban link chain equipped with box clasp with fold over safety closures. Imscribed: Chopard
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Artist Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Messika 0.44Cttw Kate Diamond Chain Bracelet 18K Rose Gold 7.5 Inches
By Messika
Located in New York, NY
curb Cuban link chain attached to a diamond studded link. Showcases a lustrous and smooth polished
Category

2010s Modern Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Heavy 24.00 Carat Diamonds Miami Cuban Link Choker Gold Chain 17 Inches
Located in Miami, FL
Modern 24 Carat Diamonds 9.4mm Cuban Link Choker Chain. This handmade Miami Cuban link chain
Category

Early 2000s American Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

CARTIER Vintage 18k/Platinum Diamond and Ruby Cuban Link Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Narberth, PA
A fantastic Vintage (ca1960s) Cuban link chain bracelet with a very stylish look made by the famed
Category

Mid-20th Century American Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Platinum

Messika 0.44Cttw Kate Sur Chaine Diamond Bracelet 18K White Gold 7.5 Inches
By Messika
Located in New York, NY
with a curb Cuban link chain attached to a diamond studded link. Showcases a lustrous and smooth
Category

2010s Modern Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cuban Link Heavy Chain
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 18k yellow gold Necklace Measurements: 30″ Item Weight: 720.5g (463.3dwt) – 1.6lbs Clasp: No clasp SKU: G7120
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pomellato Chain Ring Cuban Link Estate 18k Yellow Gold Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed pre-owned Pomellato Cuban chain link ring crafted in 18k yellow gold. The
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Modern Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

LB Exclusive 14K White Gold 13.15ct Diamond Cuban Link Necklace
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
link chain, this 20.5-inch-long necklace in 14K white gold features tight, interlocking links pavé-set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Intaglio Hebrew Coin Medallion Chain Link Pendant Necklace in 18K Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
coin set at the center. Suspended on a Cuban link chain made of 18K yellow gold. Comes with a triple
Category

1970s American Contemporary Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Lozenge Link Chain, 14k Yellow Gold, Cuban Curb Link Chain
Located in McLeansville, NC
An antique Austro-Hungarian 14 karat yelow gold lozenge link watch chain. This chain features an
Category

1970s Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cuban Chain Link Bracelet 14K Yellow Gold
By Alberto
Located in GREAT NECK, NY
This cuban link bracelet is super trendy and eye-catching! This piece is the perfect addition to
Category

2010s American Contemporary Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Extra Large Cuban-Link Gold Chain Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A large and chunky gold bracelet featuring Cuban links made in 18k yellow gold. The links are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Givenchy Vintage 1980 Braided Interlocked Link Cuban Rope Chain Chunky Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Unisex Braided Interlocked Link Cuban Rope Chain Chunky Choker Collar
Category

1980s French Art Deco Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Gold Plate

18 Karat Yellow Gold Solid Heavy Cuban Curb Link Chain Necklace
Located in Guilford, CT
18k Yellow Gold 56.2g Solid Heavy 4.5mm Cuban Curb Link Chain Necklace 24" Condition: Excellent
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

10 Karat Yellow Gold Solid Heavy Cuban Curb Link Chain Necklace
Located in Guilford, CT
10k Yellow Gold 85.2g Solid Heavy 6.5mm Cuban Curb Link Chain Necklace 27" Condition: Excellent
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Yellow Gold

Givenchy Vintage 1980s Unisex Logo Interlocked Cuban Chain Link Long Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Unisex Logo Interlocked Cuban Chain Link Long Necklace Bracelet, Gold Tone
Category

1980s French Modernist Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Gold Plate

Givenchy Vintage 1980s Unisex Logo Interlocked Cuban Chain Link Long Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Unisex Logo Interlocked Cuban Chain Link Long Necklace Bracelet, Gold Tone
Category

1980s French Modernist Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Gold Plate

Givenchy Vintage 1980s Logo Cuban Chain Link Interlocked Silver Long Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Unisex Iconic 4G Logo Monogram Cuban Chain Link Interlocked Long Necklace
Category

1980s French Modernist Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Silver Plate

Classic 14k Yellow Gold 22" High Polished Cuban Curb Link Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 55.91 Grams Chain Type: 22" - Curb Cuban Link - Lobster
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men s Vintage Double Cuban Curb Link Chain 14 Karat
Located in Miami, FL
Men's Vintage 6.25mm Double Cuban Curb Link Chain 14 Karat 26 Inch. Very heavy chain weighting 51.8
Category

1980s Used Cuban Link Chains

Givenchy Vintage 1980s 4G Logo Interlocked Cuban Chain Link Gold Long Necklace
By Givenchy
Located in Wokingham, England
Givenchy Vintage 1980s Unisex 4G Logo Monogram Interlocked Cuban Chain Link Long Necklace Bracelet
Category

1980s French Art Deco Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Gold Plate

Solid 14k Yellow White Gold Diamond Cut Classic Cuban Curb Link Chain Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold w/ White Gold Accents Weight: 6.90 Grams Chain Type: Cuban Curb
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Spanish Unisex Solid 18k Yellow Gold 5.7mm 7" Cuban Curb Link Chain Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 26.90 Grams Chain Type: Cuban Curb Link Chain Length
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Solid Yellow Gold 5.2mm Cuban Curb Link Chain Bracelet w/ Lobster Claw
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 10k Yellow Gold Bracelet w/ 14k Gold Clasp Weight: 10.47 Grams Chain Type: Cuban
Category

20th Century Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cuban Alternating Link Chain Bracelet 14 Karat in Stock
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 14k Yellow Gold Clasp: Tongue in box with double safety latch Measurements: measures 7.5" in length Total Weight: 39.3g (25.3dwt) Additional Details: This item comes with a...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men’s 8.2mm 14k Gold Cuban Curb Link Chain 24 Inch
Located in Miami, FL
Men’s 8.2mm 14k Gold Cuban Curb Link Chain 24 Inch. The chain weights 53.3 grams.
Category

Early 2000s Italian Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Men’s 6.7mm 14k Gold Cuban Curb Link Chain 24 Inch
Located in Miami, FL
Men’s 6.7mm 14k Gold Cuban Curb Link Chain 24 Inch. The chain weights 40 grams.
Category

Early 2000s Italian Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Solid 14k Yellow Gold 22" Classic Cuban Curb Link Chain Necklace w/ Lobster Claw
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 13.04 Grams Chain Type: Cuban Curb Link Chain Length: 22
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Heavy Cuban Curb Link Chain Bracelet
Located in Guilford, CT
14k Yellow Gold 90.4g Solid Heavy 12mm Cuban Curb Link Chain Bracelet 7.5" Condition: Excellent
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

14k Gold

Unisex Solid 14k Yellow Gold 10.1mm Long 23" Flat Cuban Curb Link Chain Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
: Cuban/Curb Link Chain Chain Length: 23 Inches Chain Width: 10.1mm Chain Thickness: 2.9mm Clasp: Push
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior Silver Metal Cuban Chain Link CD Logo Bracelet
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, Rome
Christian Dior silver cuban chain link bracelet with signature CD logo magnetic clasp closure
Category

2010s French Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Silver

14K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver 1 1/4ct Diamond Cuban Chain Link Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
radiant 14K yellow gold, this stunning piece features the iconic Cuban chain link design. Each link
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Christian Dior Vintage Gold Metal Cuban Chain Link Logo Bracelet
By Christian Dior
Located in Rome, Rome
Vintage gold metal chain bracelet by CHRISTIAN DIOR. Dior logo center piece in the center. Clasp
Category

1980s German Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Gold

Tiffany Co. Sterling Silver Twisted Cuban Cable Chain Long Link Necklace
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Baltimore, MD
Tiffany & Co. Sterling Silver Twisted Cuban Cable Chain Long Link Necklace Metal: Sterling silver
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Nicolis Cola 18k Gold Cuban Curb Link Chain Choker Necklace
By Nicolis Cola
Located in Montclair, NJ
. This very solid Cuban/curb link chain is 9.1mm wide and measures 17.25 inches in length, laying close
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cuban Link Diamond Gold Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A perfect Cuban link bracelet to wear day or night. It features 2.71 carats of VS quality round
Category

2010s Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Unisex Solid 18k Gold Heavy Cuban Curb Link Chain Buckle Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Center w/ Cuban Curb Link Chain Length: Will comfortably fit up to a 6.5 inch wrist Chain Width
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

39 Carats Diamonds Heavy Cuban Link Necklace Chain 14 Karats Yellow Gold
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
39 Carats Total Weight Heavy Gold Cuban Necklace Chain 14 Karats Yellow Gold 22 inch long, 13 mm
Category

2010s American Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1970 s 18KT Yellow Gold Flat Curved Cuban Link 20" Chain
Located in New York, NY
Circa 1970 This chain necklace is expertly crafted in 18k yellow gold. The necklace features a
Category

1970s Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Pomellato 2-Tone Cuban Link Bracelet
By Pomellato
Located in Feasterville, PA
A must have piece by Pomellato featuring a two tone Cuban link bracelet in 18k white and yellow
Category

Early 2000s Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Drop Large Pendant Rainbow Moonstone Gold Necklace One of a Kind in stock
Located in London, GB
. Beautiful glow and lustre, handmade in London and truly one of a kind. It comes with the cuban link chain as
Category

2010s British Modern Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, 14k Gold

Round Diamond Pave Cuban Link Bracelet
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 10k Yellow Gold Diamond Details: Approx. 10ctw of round diamonds. Diamonds are G/H in color and VS in clarity Clasp: Tongue in box with double safety latch Measurements: me...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Round Diamond Pave Cuban Link Bracelet
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 14k white Gold Diamond Details: Approx. 3.40ctw of round cut diamonds. Diamonds are G/H in color and VS in clarity Clasp: Tongue in box with double safety latch Measurement...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Round Diamond Pave Cuban Link Bracelet
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 14k Yellow Gold Diamond Details: Approx. 6.17ctw of round cut diamonds. Diamonds are G/H in color and VS in clarity Clasp: Tongue in box with double safety latch Measuremen...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Vintage 18 Karat Gold Cuban Chain Unisex Bracelet
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Cuban chain style link bracelet featuring a high polished finish Completed by a stylized and
Category

1980s Italian Contemporary Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

18k Gold

Cuban Link 163 Grams 14 Karat Classic
Located in New York, NY
Classic Cuban link Necklace Necklace: 25 Inches (wearable length)9mm caliber. 14kt. yellow gold
Category

2010s American Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Yellow Gold

Christian Dior Vintage Gripoix Emerald Green Crystal Oval Cuban Chain Necklace
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage Gripoix Unisex Emerald Green Crystals Oval Pendant Cuban Chain Link Necklace
Category

1980s German Egyptian Revival Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Gold Plate

4.44 Carat Two-Tone Diamond Cuban Link Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
4.44 Carat Two-Tone Diamond Cuban Link Bracelet 7.75mm Very high quality design with approx 296
Category

Early 2000s Unknown Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

LB Exclusive 18K White Gold 1.35ct Diamond Pink Cuban Chain Bracelet
By LB Exclusive
Located in Southampton, PA
Pink and 18K White Gold links alternate on this visually stunning bracelet. Sleek and understated, it comes to life thanks to sparkling inset diamonds with a total weight of 1.35 car...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

5.5 Carat Diamond Pave Cuban Link Bracelet 14 Karat
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Material: 14k white & rose gold Diamond Details: Approx. 5.50ctw of round cut Diamonds. Diamonds are G/H in color and VS in clarity Clasp: Lobster clasp Measurements: 7" in length To...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Pave Diamond Cuban Link Necklace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 18K white gold Diamonds: 589 round brilliant = 21.52cttw Color: G Clarity: VS1-2 Dimensions: necklace measures 18-inches in length
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Chrome Hearts XL Extra Fancy Cuban Link Bracelet Lobster Clasp
By Chrome Hearts
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Chrome Hearts XL Extra Fancy Cuban Link Bracelet with Lobster Clasp – 10” – 131.65g – .925 Sterling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Silver

14K Yellow Gold Plated Sterling Silver 1/2 Ctw Diamond Cuban Curb Chain Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Diamond Cuban Curb Chain Bracelet, where classic design meets contemporary shimmer. Each link of this
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage Tiffany Co Sterling Marked Silver Cuban Curb Link Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Tiffany & Co Sterling Silver Marked 925 Cuban Curb Link Bracelet Length 6.5 inch
Category

Mid-20th Century American Modern Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Sterling Silver, Silver

Cartier 18k Yellow Gold Link Chain Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Cartier collar necklace, featuring a Cuban-style curb chain link in polished 18k yellow gold
Category

1980s French Modern Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Paloma Picasso Loving Heart Pendant 925 Sterling Silver
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
designer Paloma Picasso. This necklace features an open-heart pendant with a thin Cuban link chain
Category

2010s Modern Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Sterling Silver

14 Karat Yellow Gold Pave Diamond Miami Cuban Link Bracelet
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 14K yellow gold Diamond: 739 round brilliant cut = 7.40cttw Color: H / I Clarity: SI2 Dimensions: bracelet will fit up to a 7.75-inch wrist Weight: 54.28...
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Used Cuban Link Chains

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Used Cuban Link Chains For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of used cuban link chains. Frequently made of Gold, Yellow Gold and 14k Gold, these items were constructed with great care. Find a collection of 32 vintage versions or 157 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 20th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. Pieces in our collection of used cuban link chains made by Modern jewelers — as well as those associated with Contemporary — are very popular. Many examples in our inventory of these items are appealing no matter their origins, but Yessayan, Five Star Jewelry and Alberto produced popular versions that are worth a look. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of Diamond versions from the 123 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for round cut used cuban link chains and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and cabochon alternatives. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of used cuban link chains, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Used Cuban Link Chains?

Prices for used cuban link chains start at $685 and top out at $131,195 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $9,927.

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.