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Chanel Vintage 1997 Maltese Cross CC Logo Crystals Turquoise Red Cuff Bangle
By Chanel
Located in Wokingham, England
Charm Chunky Modernist Cuff Bangle Bracelet Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss. 100
Category

Vintage 1970s French Art Deco Cuff Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold

Rolex Stainless Steel and Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch Ref 6305 circa 1950s
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Rolex stainless steel and 18k yellow gold Datejust wristwatch, Ref. 6305, circa 1950s. This watch
Category

Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Stainless Steel

Aldo Cipullo for Cartier Seahorse Brooch Gold Enamel Gemstones
By Aldo Cipullo for Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A vintage Aldo Cipullo for Cartier Seahorse brooch, made of 18k gold, featuring enamel and
Category

Vintage 1970s American Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18" Omega Chain in Rose Gold /Omega necklace / Wire Necklace / Collar necklace
Located in Singapore, SG
understanding and respect for our pricing decision. 18" Omega Necklace 18k Rose Gold Wire Chain Design
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Singaporean Art Deco Chain Necklaces

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Rolex Yellow Gold Datejust Wristwatch with Tiger s Eye Dial Ref 1603 circa 1970s
By Rolex
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
vintage bracelet that originated on this watch. In this case, the bracelet is nearly as rare and desirable
Category

Vintage 1970s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Tiger s Eye, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Emerald Agate Gold Diamond Malachite Selva Magica Symbol Tree
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
. Combination of New and Vintage Charms. Selva Magico consists of emerald, agate, diamond, 14k gold, opal
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Emerald, Malachite, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold Plate...

Clarissa Bronfman "Crescendo" Opal Diamond 14k Gold Pearl Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
pendants can be removed so the piece can also be worn as a charm bracelet. Wearer is able to interchange
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Amber, Diamond, Opal, Pearl, Ruby, Tourmaline, Druzy, Gold, 14k G...

Spritzer and Fuhrmann 18Kt Gold Pendant with Bacchus Head Carved in Coral
By Spritzer Fuhrmann
Located in Miami, FL
the mid century period, circa 1960's. It was crafted in 18 karats yellow gold and display the
Category

Vintage 1960s Dutch Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Italian 1960 Enameled Round Box Pendant With Picture Frames 18Kt Gold And Rubies
Located in Miami, FL
Enameled pendant charm with picture frames. Gorgeous vintage piece, created in Venice Italy during
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Retro More Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

CLARISSA BRONFMAN Crescendo III Amethyst Gold Opal Diamond Symbol Tree Necklace
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
pendants can be removed so the piece can also be worn as a charm bracelet. Wearer is able to interchange
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Amber, Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k...

CLARISSA BRONFMAN "Me Myself Divine III" Ruby Gold Diamond Sapphire Symbol Tree
By Clarissa Bronfman
Located in New York, NY
Genuine Black Leather Cord with 14K Gold/or Silver Auto Lock Clasp (included) so charms cascade down - top
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Agate, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Quartz, Ruby, Sap...

Yves Saint Laurent 1980s / 1990s Gold Nugget Disk Link Necklace
By Yves Saint Laurent
Located in New York, NY
initials on one side and Made in France on the opposite side. The necklace has a rich bright 18K gold
Category

Vintage 1980s French Link Necklaces

Materials

Gold Plate

Cartier Brooch by Aldo Cipullo Yellow Sapphire Unicorn Design Estate Jewelry
By Aldo Cipullo for Cartier
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
designer’s creativity. This vintage brooch made of 18 karat yellow gold and enamel features a gorgeous pear
Category

Vintage 1970s American Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Santos Carree 0902 SM 24mm Ladies YG/SS 1980s
By Cartier
Located in SYDNEY, AU
: White with Roman Numerals Case: Steel and 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet: Steel and 18k Yellow Gold Diameter
Category

Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Gurami Ladies Swiss Italian Silver Watch - OWNED WORN BY DORIS DAY
Located in Suwanee, GA
prototype 18K gold Buren Microrotor gifted by His Royal Majesty Ibn Saud, former King of Saudi Arabia; a
Category

Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Silver

Vintage Cartier Charm Bracelet Set in 18k Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Cartier charm bracelet set in 18k yellow gold. The piece is firstly composed
Category

1990s British Retro Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Charm Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
18 and 14 karat yellow gold charm bracelet. The charms are suspended on a curb link chain. The
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 18k Gold Figural Cuckoo Clock Charm for a Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage figural gold charm. In 18 karat yellow gold. In the form of a cuckoo clock
Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Charm Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold

Antique Hatpin Charm Bracelet of 14k 18k Gold
Located in Lewisburg, PA
This unique bracelet seamlessly unites different eras in a truly captivating way. The 18k gold
Category

Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Charm Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Yellow Gold Mid-Century Charm Bracelet with 27 Charms
Located in Palm Beach, FL
A 14K yellow gold "Rolo" link bracelet adorned with 25 14K yellow gold charms, one 18K gold charm
Category

Mid-20th Century Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Coin Charm Bracelet 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Charm bracelet featuring 4 European coins ( 22k gold tested). The coins are in 18 karat yellow gold
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, 22k Gold

Marco Bicego Jaipur 18k Gold Charm Bracelet Retired Design
By Marco Bicego
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Bicego 18k yellow gold bracelet. From the now retired Jaipur collection, this versatile, vintage bracelet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage 18 Karat Gold Enamel Charm Bag Bracelet
Located in London, England
A quirky 18k gold bracelet set with five detailed handbag charms. Each charm is unique in colour
Category

1990s Unknown Charm Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Cartier Paris Scarab Charm Bracelet in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Boston, MA
Aston Estate Jewelry Presents: A retro Cartier Scarab charm bracelet crafted in 18k yellow gold
Category

Vintage 1970s Retro Charm Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Chopard Diamond 18 Karat Gold “Happy Diamonds” Charm Bracelet
By Chopard
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Chopard Diamond 18 Karat Gold “Happy Diamonds” Charm Bracelet. Featuring seven round
Category

1990s French Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

18k Yellow Gold Suitcase Charm Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This vintage suitcase charm pendant is crafted in solid 18k yellow gold by OTC International, a New
Category

Late 20th Century Charm Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Trianon Vintage Coral Enamel 18 Karat Gold Seashell Charm Bracelet
By Trianon
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Chunky charm bracelet comprised of puffed oval links, high polished Suspending four dynamically
Category

1990s Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Charms bracelet in 18k yellow gold, ship, lantern, flower, dancer
Located in PARIS, FR
Vintage Charms bracelet in 18 karat yellow gold and precious stones. Rectangular flexible mesh
Category

Vintage 1960s European Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Vintage Cartier Clover Heart Diamond Charm in 18k Rose and White Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Cartier diamond heart clover charm in 18k rose and white gold. The charm is
Category

2010s Unknown Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Wonderful 8 Charms Eiffel Tower Champagne Bucket Gold Charm Bracelet
Located in Cape May, NJ
Vintage 14K Gold Loaded Charm Bracelet 8 Charms. The piece is in excellent estate condition and
Category

Vintage 1950s Charm Bracelets

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, Rock Crystal, Ruby, 14k Gold

French "Roaring" 1920s Gold Charm Bracelet with 22 Karat Gold Coins
Located in New York, NY
18k gold coins, culled from around the globe, attached to a 14k gold ovoid bracelet via ring clasps
Category

Vintage 1920s French Belle Époque Charm Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, 18k Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Vintage Alhambra Turquoise 18K Yellow Gold Rare Bracelet
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Fairfax, VA
18K Yellow Gold AU 750 Baby Light Blue Turquoise Motifs. Very gorgeous Turquoise with beautiful
Category

2010s French Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Vintage Alhambra Dark Pietersite 18K White Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Fairfax, VA
18K White Gold AU 750 Very gorgeous Dark Blue Black Black Pietersite with natural veining
Category

2010s French Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

Chalcedony, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 18 Carat Roberto Coin Diamond Sapphire Enamel and Ruby Charm Bracelet
By Roberto Coin
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
An absolutely stunning 18k gold bracelet with 3 Diamond charms. Firstly a duck with pave set
Category

Late 20th Century Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Charm Mexican Coin Bracelet
Located in Dallas, TX
18K Yellow Gold Charm Mexican Coin Bracelet - . This vintage Mexican coinn bracelet consists of 6
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Charm Bracelets

Rarely seen 1930 s 14 Karat Yellow Gold Original Loaded Charm Bracelet
Located in Troy, MI
They don't make them like these anymore! This circa vintage 1930's charm bracelet on original flat
Category

Vintage 1930s Charm Bracelets

Materials

10k Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Van Cleef Arpels Vintage Alhambra Rock Crystal Quartz 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Oakton, VA
Bracelet. Very Rare. 18K Yellow Gold / AU 750 (Confirmed by precious metal scan & gold purity tests) 11.50
Category

2010s French Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

Crystal, Quartz, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Diamond Ruby Turquoise Yellow Gold Bird Charm Bracelet
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 18k yellow gold diamond, turquoise and ruby bird charm bracelet, signed Van Cleef & Arpels
Category

Vintage 1980s American Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold

Vintage Medieval Knight Charm in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in London, England
A rather interesting vintage knight helmet charm made of 18 karat yellow gold. This quirky piece
Category

1990s British Retro Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Vintage Alhambra Grey Mother of Pearl 18K Rose Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Fairfax, VA
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra 5 Motif Grey/Black Mother of Pearl 18K Rose Gold Bracelet 18K
Category

2010s French Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Louis Vuitton Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Love Message in Bottle Charm Pendant
By Louis Vuitton
Located in Simpsonville, SC
The Louis Vuitton Enamel 18K Yellow Gold Love Message in Bottle Charm Pendant is a captivating
Category

20th Century Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

H. Stern 18k Gold Leather Wrap Bracelet Purangaw Collection
Located in New York, NY
Bracelet in 18 Karat Yellow Gold is the perfect option. This is a stunning bracelet by H. Stern from the
Category

Early 2000s Charm Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Vintage Alhambra Bracelet Mother Of Pearl Yellow Gold 18k
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in MIAMI, FL
collection and is created in 18k yellow gold. The bracelet highlights five Alhambra clover gemstones each a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

Pearl, Yellow Gold

Italian Vintage 1950 Vatican Guard Charm Pendant in Solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
has been crafted in the shape of a Vatican guard holding a spike in yellow gold of 18 karats. Fitted
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Modernist Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ladies Antique Art Deco Platinum Emerald Diamond Charm with 18k White Gold
Located in Houston, TX
Lady's custom made, handmade filigreed, 900 platinum and 18K white gold, diamond and emerald
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, White Gold, Platinum

Vintage British Masonic Orb Ball Charm in 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Silver
Located in London, England
a watch chain, a pendant or charm on a bracelet. The Orb is composed of 9ct yellow gold and silver
Category

Vintage 1980s British Retro Charm Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

1980s Tiffany Co. Vintage 18 Karat Gold Wheat Chain Bracelet
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Bracelet is designed as a polished gold woven wheat chain Completed by a barrel clasp with a
Category

Vintage 1980s Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Vintage Alhambra Five Motif Turquoise Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Southampton, PA
beautifully crafted from stylish 18K yellow gold and marvelously decorated with eye-catching turquoise
Category

20th Century French Charm Bracelets

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Sweet Alhambra Hammered Crush 6 Motif 18K Rose Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Oakton, VA
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Hammered Crushed 6 Motifs Rose Gold Bracelet 18K Rose Gold AU 750
Category

2010s French Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Green Enamel Frog Charm Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Pendant Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage green enamel frog charm crafted in 18k yellow gold (circa 1970s to 1980s
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Van Cleef Arpels Sweet Alhambra Hammered Crush 6 Motif 18K Rose Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Oakton, VA
Van Cleef & Arpels Sweet Alhambra Hammered Crushed 6 Motifs Rose Gold Bracelet 18K Rose Gold AU 750
Category

2010s French Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Sweet Alhambra Diamonds 6 Motif 18K White Gold Chain Bracelet
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Oakton, VA
18K White Gold / AU 750 (Confirmed by precious metal scan & gold purity tests) 0.50 CTW DEF/VS
Category

2010s French Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bundle of Handbag Charms in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in London, England
A bundle selection of five quirky vintage Italian handbag charms made of 18k yellow gold. All the
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Charm Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Vintage Alhambra Blue Agate Yellow Gold 5 Motif Bracelet Rare
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic extremely are and highly collectible Vintage Alhambra 5 motif bracelet
Category

2010s French Charm Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Vintage Alhambra Red Carnelian 5 Motifs Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Oakton, VA
18K Yellow Gold / AU 750 (Confirmed by precious metal scan & gold purity tests) Length: 7.5 Inches
Category

2010s French Charm Bracelets

Materials

Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Vintage Alhambra Blue Pietersite 18 Karat White Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Fairfax, VA
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Blue Pietersite 18 Karat White Gold Bracelet 18K White Gold AU
Category

2010s French Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

Quartz, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Vintage Alhambra Blue Turquoise 18 Karat White Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Fairfax, VA
Van Cleef & Arpels Vintage Alhambra Blue Turquoise 18 Karat White Gold Bracelet 18K White Gold AU
Category

2010s French Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

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Vintage 18k Gold Charm Bracelet For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage 18k gold charm bracelet you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and yellow gold — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 410 vintage editions and 128 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect vintage 18k gold charm bracelet 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. Finding an appealing vintage 18k gold charm bracelet — no matter the origin — is easy, but Van Cleef Arpels, Cartier and Tiffany Co. each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A vintage 18k gold charm bracelet can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 96 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cabochon cut and mixed cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our vintage 18k gold charm bracelet for sale are for women, but there are 238 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Vintage 18k Gold Charm Bracelet?

The price for a vintage 18k gold charm bracelet starts at $125 and tops out at $60,974 with these bracelets, on average, selling for $3,389.

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.