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Tiffany Co. 18k Yellow Gold Vintage Ruby Diamond Band in 0.18 CTW
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Tiffany & Co Material 18K Yellow Gold Stone/ Ruby & diamond Ruby: 0.24 ct Diamonds: 0.18ct Clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co Pearl Ring Elsa Peretti Sz 5.5 18k Yellow Gold Signed
By Elsa Peretti for Tiffany Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Tiffany & Co large pearl ring crafted in 18k yellow gold (circa 1990s). Large freeform
Category

Late 20th Century Hong Kong Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gilt Metal

Tiffany Co. Paloma Picasso Amethyst Sugar Stack Loaf 18k Yellow Gold Ring 53
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso Light Purple Amethyst Sugar Stack 18k Yellow Gold Ring. A
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Paloma Picasso Blue Topaz Sugar Stack Loaf 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso Blue Topaz Sugar Stack 18k Yellow Gold Ring. A beautiful
Category

20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Topaz, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Vivid Red Round Cut Ruby Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Cluster Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Tiffany & Co. Round Cut Ruby & Diamond Buttercup 18k Yellow Gold Ring. A beautifully
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Retro Tiffany and Co 18K Yellow Gold Engraved Wedding Band - Size 5
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Retro Tiffany and Co 18K Yellow Gold Engraved Wedding Band - Size 5. This
Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Wedding Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co 18K Yellow Gold Sunburst Brooch with Brilliant-Cut Diamonds
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
An eye-catching mid-century brooch crafted in rich 18K yellow gold, designed in a sculptural
Category

Vintage 1960s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage Retro Tiffany and Co 18K Yellow Gold Wide Classic Wedding Band
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Retro Tiffany and Co 18K Yellow Gold Wide Classic Wedding Band - Size 6. This
Category

Vintage 1950s American Retro Band Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany and Co 18K Yellow Gold Classic Wedding Band - Size 6 1/2
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Tiffany and Co 18K Yellow Gold Classic Wedding Band - Size 6 1/2. This classic
Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Wedding Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany and Co 18K Yellow Gold Wide Wedding Band - Size 6 1/4
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Tiffany and Co 18K Yellow Gold Wide Wedding Band - Size 6 1/4. This gorgeous
Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Wedding Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Diamond Engagement Ring Vintage ~1/2 Round Solitaire 18k Gold 7.5
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Northbrook, IL
Here we have a vintage 18k gold Tiffany & Co. engagement ring with an estimated 1/2ct round center
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co. Round Cut Emerald And Diamond 18k Gold Cluster Flower Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Natural Round Emerald And Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Flower 'Buttercup' Ring. A
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Tiffany Co. 1.8 Carat Red Ruby and Diamond Platinum 18K Yellow Gold
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
An elegant vintage Tiffany Co. creation from the 1980s, showcasing timeless sophistication
Category

Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Tiffany Co. 1990 s 1.00 CTW Emerald Diamond 18K Gold Vintage Cluster Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
by high polish finish Stamped for 18 karat gold Fully signed for Tiffany & Co. Circa: 1990s Ring Size
Category

1990s Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Tiffany Co. 1990 s 0.95 CTW Emerald Diamond 18K Gold Vintage Cluster Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
by high polish finish Stamped for 18 karat gold Fully signed for Tiffany & Co. Circa: 1990s Ring size
Category

1990s Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Tiffany and Co vintage two tone carved dome ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Tiffany and Co. vintage sterling silver dome ring with carved 14 karat yellow gold rope accents
Category

Late 20th Century Dome Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Vintage Pair of 18K Yellow Gold Tiffany Bands with Cabochon Rubies and Sapphires
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This tailored pair of vintage Tiffany & Company matching 18K yellow gold bands, set with fine
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. 1970 s Tiger s Eye Quartz 18K Gold Vintage Fluted Statement Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Signed for Tiffany & Co. Circa: 1970's Ring Size: 7 and sizable Measures north to south 14.0 mm and sits
Category

Vintage 1970s Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Tiffany Co. 14K Yellow Gold Burma Sapphire And Old Cut Diamond Navette Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Adorn your finger with the timeless elegance of this Tiffany & Co. 14K Yellow Gold Burma Sapphire
Category

20th Century American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany and Co 14K Yellow Gold Classic Wedding Band - Size 4 1/2
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Tiffany and Co 14K Yellow Gold Classic Wedding Band - Size 4 1/2. This classic
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Wedding Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Star Ruby Diamond Gold Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in London, GB
Vintage star ruby and diamond ring by Tiffany & Co. Set centrally with an oval cabochon natural
Category

Vintage 1970s French Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold

70s Tiffany Co Sugarloaf Lapis Lazuli Ring 18k Yellow Gold Sz 5 Square Ridged
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Tiffany & Co lapis lazuli ring crafted in 18 karat yellow gold (circa 1970s). Lapis
Category

Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Estate Tiffany and Co 14K Tri Gold Rolling Ring Band - Size 6 3/4
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Great Neck, NY
vintage Tiffany and Co rolling triple band is crafted in 14k yellow, rose, and white gold. This ring
Category

Vintage 1970s Retro Band Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Blue Sapphire Baguette Cut 18k Yellow Gold Three Stone Band Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Baguette Cut Deep Blue Sapphire Three Stone Band Ring. A
Category

20th Century Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Tiffany Co. Signet Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Litchfield, CT
"Labore et Virtute", this Deco signet ring by Tiffany & Co. has a classic town and country look. Heavy
Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Rare Tiffany Co. Payless Drug Stores Onyx Pinky Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Honolulu, HI
Item Specifications: Brand: Tiffany & Co. Metal: 14k Yellow Gold Total Weight: 8.4 Grams Size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Onyx, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Vintage 1960s Tiffany Co. Carved White Coral Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow gold with a carved White Coral. Signed by Tiffany & Co. Circa 1960s
Category

Vintage 1960s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold

Vintage 1990s Tiffany Co 18 Karat X Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine vintage 'X' ring. By Tiffany & Co. In 18k yellow gold. Simply a classic design by
Category

1990s Unknown Retro Signet Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Tiffany Co. Blue Enamel Gold Band Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
amazing vintage ring with optimistic charm. DESIGNER: Tiffany & Co. MATERIALS: 18k Yellow Gold GEMSTONE
Category

Late 20th Century Band Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Enamel

Tiffany Co. Schlumberger diamond 18k yellow gold and platinum band
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger band from the 1980’s is crafted in 18k yellow gold and
Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Band Rings

Materials

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

Vintage Tiffany Co Square Cut Blue Sapphire Diamond 18k Gold Three Stone Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Tiffany & Co Blue Sapphire & Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Three Stone Band Ring. Stunning
Category

20th Century North American Three-Stone Rings

Materials

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

Tiffany Co. 18K Gold Ruby Oversized Dome Weave Cluster Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
A beautiful and rare vintage Tiffany Co. ruby ring, crafted in 18K yellow gold and dating to
Category

2010s American Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany and Co Paloma Picasso XO Diamond and Gold Ring, Platinum 18k Yellow Gold
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany Co.
Located in McLeansville, NC
Co Paloma Picasso XO diamond and gold ring. Crafted from platinum and 18k yellow gold, this ring
Category

Early 2000s Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

18k Yellow Gold Ring Vintage Tiffany Favrile Cobalt Blue Glass Scarab
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in the timeless allure of luxury with this exquisite 18k yellow gold ring, adorned with a
Category

2010s American Fashion Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Vintage Citrine Diamond Cocktail Bombe Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York, NY
This Tiffany & Co. Vintage Citrine Diamond Cocktail Bombé Ring, crafted in platinum circa 1980s
Category

Vintage 1980s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Citrine, Diamond, Platinum

Vintage Tiffany Co. Ruby and Diamond Cluster Ring Set in Gold and Platinum
By Tiffany Co.
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Tiffany & Co. ruby and diamond cluster ring set in 18k yellow gold and platinum
Category

Early 2000s Modern Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, Platinum

Tiffany Co Ruby Sapphire 18k Gold Vintage Ring Estate Fine Jewelry Signed 4.75
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
Overview: Finely detailed vintage Tiffany & Co band, crafted in 18 karat yellow gold. One
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Band Rings

Materials

Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co. Diamond GIA Emerald 18 Karat Cocktail Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Miami, FL
This alluring Tiffany and Co ring has many focal points of interest and was crafted in 18K Yellow
Category

Vintage 1980s American Dome Rings

Materials

Emerald, 18k Gold

Vintage Tiffany and Co Ring. Authentic 18k PT950 Milgrain Mens T&CO Band
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Rare Tiffany and Co. Mens Milgrain Band 18k Yellow Gold and Pt950 Condition: Has not been polished
Category

20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Tiffany Co. Paloma Picasso Round Diamond 18k Gold Solitaire Criss Cross Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso 18k Yellow Gold Natural Diamond Solitaire Criss Cross
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Timeless Platinum Milgrain Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Palm Desert, CA
The Tiffany & Co. Timeless Platinum Milgrain Ring is a sophisticated piece that exudes elegance and
Category

1990s American Modern Dome Rings

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Tiffany Co Paloma Picasso Large 12mm Purple Amethyst Sugarstack 18k Gold Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso Purple Amethyst Sugar Stack 18k Yellow Gold Ring. Large stone
Category

20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rare Tiffany Co. Red Ruby Diamond 18k Gold Platinum Flower Cluster Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Rare Vintage Tiffany & Co. Ruby & Diamond 950 Platinum & 18k Yellow Gold Flower Ring. A very rare
Category

20th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Tiffany Co GIA 1.00 Carat Diamond Platinum Gold Solitaire Engagement Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Stamford, CT
Vintage 1990's Tiffany & Co diamond solitaire engagement ring. GIA certified round brilliant center
Category

Late 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Tiffany Co. Paloma Picasso Rubellite Tourmaline Sugar Stack Loaf 18k Gold Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Birmingham, GB
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Paloma Picasso Rubellite Tourmaline Sugar Stack 18k Yellow Gold Ring. A
Category

20th Century Solitaire Rings

Materials

Rubelite, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany Co. Oval Cut Ruby and Pear Diamond Halo Ring in Platinum
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Ring size: 3.25 Exquisite in its design and timeless in its elegance, this vintage Tiffany & Co
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Platinum

1980 Tiffany Co Diamond Dome Ring Paloma Picasso Vintage 18k Gold Platinum 5
By Paloma Picasso for Tiffany Co.
Located in Torrance, CA
Rare vintage Tiffany & Co diamond dome ring designed by Paloma Picasso, crafted in 18 karat yellow
Category

Late 20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Tiffany Co. Ribbed Abstract Ring Size K 1/2 (51)
By Tiffany Co.
Located in London, GB
Here we have an abstract band ring from the world renowned jewellery designer, Tiffany & Co. This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold “XXOO” Paloma Picasso Tiffany and Co Ring
By Paloma Picasso
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1990s Item Details: Ring Size: 6 (Sizable) Metal Type: 18K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and
Category

1990s Engagement Rings

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18k Yellow Gold Vintage Dome Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
The 18k Yellow Gold Vintage Dome Ring is a stunning monochrome statement piece that effortlessly
Category

Late 20th Century Dome Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Rare Tiffany Co. NO HEAT Burma Ruby Cocktail
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Vintage Rare Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger 18K Yellow Gold Oval Burma Ruby Cocktail Ring An
Category

Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

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

Tiffany Co Schlumberger 18K Gold Diamond Ring
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Absolutely stunning Tiffany Co Schlumberger diamond engagement ring circa 1970! A pristine
Category

Vintage 1970s French Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

1960s Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Tiffany Co. Wedding Band
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1960s Item Details: Ring Size: 6.5 Metal Type: 18k Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested
Category

Vintage 1960s Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Schlumberger Vigne Diamond Ring Size J (49)
By Tiffany Co.
Located in London, GB
.’ 'PT950' ‘750’ 'SCHLUMBERGER' RRP: Approx. £25,000 Box: Tiffany & Co. Ring Box Documents: The Vintage
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

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

Tiffany Co. Schlumberger Vigne Diamond Ring Size J (49)
By Tiffany Co.
Located in London, GB
.’ 'PT950' ‘750’ 'SCHLUMBERGER' RRP: Approx. £25,000 Box: Tiffany & Co. Ring Box Documents: The Vintage
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Tiffany Co. Schlumberger Vigne Diamond Ring Size J (49)
By Tiffany Co.
Located in London, GB
.’ 'PT950' ‘750’ 'SCHLUMBERGER' RRP: Approx. £25,000 Box: Tiffany & Co. Ring Box Documents: The Vintage
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

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

Tiffany Co. T Two Ring Collection 18K Ring
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a classic vintage engagement ring. Is a beautiful and an authentic Tiffany & Co. ring from
Category

2010s American Contemporary Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

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Vintage Tiffany Yellow Gold Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage tiffany yellow gold ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of gold, yellow gold and 18k gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 696 antique edition and 89 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect vintage tiffany yellow gold ring may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Creating a vintage tiffany yellow gold ring has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by Tiffany Co., Paloma Picasso for Tiffany Co. and Elsa Peretti for Tiffany Co. are consistently popular. While most can agree that any vintage tiffany yellow gold ring from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 160 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also cabochon cut and oval cut cut versions available here, too. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a vintage tiffany yellow gold ring, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Vintage Tiffany Yellow Gold Ring?

The price for a vintage tiffany yellow gold ring starts at $349 and tops out at $270,000 with these rings, on average, selling for $2,749.

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.