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Coral, Emerald, Diamonds, Onyx, 14 Karat White Gold Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fantastic ring in 14 kt white gold structure mounted with a central coral on an onyx dish with an
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

18k Gold White Jade and Black Onyx Diamond Swan Pin
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This elegant swan pin features a neck and head sculpted from velvety black onyx, a stone believed
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Onyx, 18k Gold

Onyx Ruby and Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
Onyx Ruby and Diamond Brooch Pendant A round onyx brooch set with square-cut rubies and round-cut
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20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, White Gold

Diamonds Turquoise Onyx 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
beauty of nature, this necklace in 18-karat white gold with turquoise, diamonds, and onyx is destined to
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 18k White Gold Polished Black Onyx .30ctw Diamonds Ribbon Bow Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
This super cute vintage pin/brooch was crafted in solid 18k white gold. It features an adorable bow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, White Gold

18k Yellow And White Gold Ring Diamonds Black Onyx
Located in New York, NY
. Surrounding each onyx square is a halo of shimmering white diamonds, totaling approximately 0.40 carats in
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2010s American Signet Rings

Materials

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

Green Agate Onyx Diamond Art Deco Style Brooch in 14K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
sophistication. An alluring oval green agate sits gracefully at the center, embraced by a bold onyx circle that
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Agate, Onyx, White Gold, 14k Gold

Diamond, Ruby and Onyx Perched Lovebirds Brooch in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
diamonds, rubies, and onyx set in 18 karat white gold. The charming design showcases two intricately
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Onyx Earrings
Located in Geneva, CH
Earrings set with onyx and diamonds on white gold. Length: 4.70 centimeters. Total weight: 5.43
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, White Gold

Onyx Diamonds Coral 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
This striking pendant necklace in 18-karat white gold is a bold statement piece that effortlessly
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

18k White Gold Domed Onyx and Diamond Statement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 2000s Item Details: Ring Size: 6.75 Metal Type: 14k White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested
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Early 2000s Unknown Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Ruby, Diamond, and Onyx Dangle Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K white gold Diamond: 9 round cut = 0.27cttw Color: H Clarity: SI1-2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Onyx 1.27ct Diamond 18K White Gold Ring
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: Stunning vintage 18K white gold, onyx and diamond ring—would make a lovely wedding ring
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Onyx, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

14 Karat White Gold Art Deco Onyx Diamond Pendant Necklace
Located in Wallkill, NY
An exquisite 14K white gold Art Deco pendant necklace features a lovely black onyx set with an
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Drop Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Onyx Earrings with Sapphire Caged in 14k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"14kt 7.55gm, Sapphire-4.25ct Onyx-100.65ct"
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Onyx, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Coral Diamonds Onyx 18 Karat White Gold Cocktail Ring
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
, onyx, diamonds, and white gold makes this jewel a masterpiece of elegance, perfect for those who love
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21st Century and Contemporary European Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

.60 Carat Onyx Diamond Art Deco White Gold Link Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
Immerse yourself in the allure of timeless elegance with our 1930's late Art Deco pierced white
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Early 20th Century Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Craig Drake White Gold Black Onyx Diamond Checkerboard Slide Pendant Necklace
By Craig Drake
Located in Montclair, NJ
Clarity - 1.0ct (approx.) (10) Natural Genuine Black Onyx - Custom Cut - Inlaid Set - Black Color
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, White Gold

Coral Onyx Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Marcianise, IT
small coral spheres that alternate with small onyx bars supported by an 18-karat white gold chain make
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Vintage 1980s Italian Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Onyx, Diamonds, Platinum and 14 Karat White Gold Earrings.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fantastic earrings in platinum structure and 14 kt white gold structure mounted with an onyx plate
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Blue Sapphire, Diamond Onyx 18K White Gold Teddy Bear Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Sapphire 2.32 CT 24 White Diamonds 0.16 CT 4 Green Garnet 0.03 CT 2 Onyx 0.10 CT 18KW 11.74 GM (WBTT)" 18K
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21st Century and Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Onyx, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

White Onyx Diamond Gold Eternity Band Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
pieces of bright white onyx shaped perfectly to wrap around the 18K rose gold ring. Ring size 7 ¾
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2010s American Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

0.36cttw Diamond and Onyx Round Cocktail Ring 14k White Gold
Located in New York, NY
14k white gold. The ring size is 7.5 and the weight is 9.29 grams. Perfect addition to your jewelry
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2010s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Panthere 18K White Gold 2.78ct Diamond and Onyx Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
Make a stylish statement with this Cartier Panthere necklace. On the 18K White Gold pendant
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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Onyx, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style 18 Karat White Gold Onyx 0.95 Karat White Diamonds Drops Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection Classy Art Deco Style 18 Karat White Gold Onyx 0.95 Karat
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2010s Italian Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Panther Panthere Diamond Emerald Onyx White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond Emerald Onyx Panther Panthere Pendant Necklace by Cartier. With Pendant
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2010s French Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Round Cut Onyx 0.16 Karat Black&White Diamonds Stud Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
18Karat White Gold Round Cut Onyx 0.10 Karat White Diamonds 0.06 Karat Black Diamonds Stud Earrings
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2010s Italian Artisan Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Platinum Round Cut Onyx 0.16 Karat Black&White Diamonds Stud Earrings
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Platinum Round Cut Onyx 0.10 Karat White Diamonds 0.06 Karat Black Diamonds Stud Earrings A pair of
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2010s Italian Art Deco Stud Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Onyx, Platinum

Art Deco 4.35 Ct Diamonds Onyx Ring White Gold Certified, 1930
Located in Herzelia, Tel Aviv
early 20th-century European jewelry. The combination of icy white diamonds and deep onyx creates a
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Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, White Gold

Round Quartz Onyx CZ White 14K Gold Ring For Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
. With a heritage of ancient fine Swiss jewelry traditions, NATKINA is a Geneva based jewellery brand
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, Quartz, White Gold, 14k Gold

Onyx and Diamond Men s White Gold Stud Set Cufflinks with Three Studs
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Stunning stud set featuring diamond half circle set on top of an onyx half circle mounted in 14k
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20th Century Cufflinks

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold White Agate and Onyx Pyramid Cufflinks
By AVGVSTA
Located in Milano, IT
onyx alternating for a timeless effect. All AVGVSTA jewelry is new and has never been previously
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2010s Italian Contemporary Cufflinks

Materials

Agate, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

White Coral and Green Onyx 3-Strand Necklace
Located in New York, NY
These White Coral and Onyx beads were purchased as part of an estate before being made into these
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Onyx

Handcraft Owl 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Agate Onyx Coral Brooch
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
coral,onyx,white agate and diamonds Brooch total weight 3.50 grams Diamonds weight 0.05 karat
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Brooches

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Agate, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Panther Panthere Claw Diamond Black Onyx White Gold Ring
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Diamond & Black Onyx Panther Panthere Claw Ring by Cartier. This ring comes with
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1990s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, White Gold

Bulgari Diamond Onyx 18 Karat White Gold Flip Signet Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Philadelphia, PA
and bright The other side is inlaid with a round onyx tablet measuring 6.0 mm Opaque black in color
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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Berca 0.87Kt White Diamond Onyx 18 Carat White Gold Setting Dome Cocktail Ring
By Berca Atelier
Located in Valenza, IT
inlaid onyx pyramid cabochon meets the white of top quality brilliant cut diamond: 0.87 Carat White
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Dome Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cellini 18 Karat White Gold, 5.50 Carat Diamond and Onyx Flower Brooch
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
This intricate 18 karat white gold flower brooch was made exclusively for Cellini in Italy by
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1990s Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamonds Coral Onyx White Gold 18 Karat Drop Earrings
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Magnificent earring created entirely by hand by skilled goldsmiths of Naples in 18k white gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

White Onyx Diamond Gold Flower Pendant Necklace
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A lovely pendant featuring 3 pieces of hand carved white onyx that make up the petals of the flower
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21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Diamonds Coral Onyx White Gold 18 Karat Stud Earrings
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Magnificent earring created entirely by hand by skilled goldsmiths of Naples in 18k white gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Stud Earrings

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

White Coral and Green Onyx 3-Strand Necklace
Located in New York, NY
A 3 strand Green Onyx and White Coral necklace that measures 24, 26, and 30 inches in length and is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Onyx

Diamonds Onyx Green Agate Coral White Gold Fashion Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Amazing fashion ring in 14K white gold ring mounted with coral sphere in the center surrounded by
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Vintage 1980s Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Agate, Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

18K White Gold Diamond Claw Onyx Cocktail Ring, 2 Carats
Located in Miami, FL
Make a fierce and glamorous statement with this bold cocktail ring crafted in 18K white gold
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 8.40ct Onyx Tennis Bracelet in 14K White Gold Platinum – 21 Grams
Located in New York, NY
Title: 8.40 Carat 14 Karat White Gold Tennis Bracelet Style: Tennis Metal: 14 Karat White Gold
Category

20th Century Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Filigree 18K White Gold Black Onyx Stone Lady Cameo Ring
Located in Sewickley, PA
This exquisite 18k white gold filigree ring showcases a finely carved black onyx cameo depicting
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Early 20th Century American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Onyx, Emeralds, Diamonds, 18 Karat White Gold Retrò Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Fantastic retrò ring in 18 kt white gold structure mounted with an onyx disk enclosed in a
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Teal Blue Turquoise Diamond Onyx Art Deco Inspired Style White Gold Brooch Pin
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
elegance and sophistication perfectly fits into the Art Deco jewelry style. 14K White Gold. Brooch
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21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold

Sapphire, Onyx, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Retrò Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Retrò ring in 14 kt white gold structure mounted with a central sapphire between two lateral onyx
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Aquamarine, Diamonds, Onyx, 14 Karat White Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Gorgeous dangle earrings in 14 karat white gold structure mounted with an onyx with a diamond in
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Dangle Earrings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamonds, Onyx, 14 Karat White Gold Vintage Dome Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Dome ring in 14 kt white gold structure formed by sections of onyx and diamonds which alternate
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Asch Grossbardt White Gold Black and White Checkerboard Onyx MOP Earrings
By Asch Grossbardt
Located in Dallas, TX
Asch Grossbardt 14K Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl and Onyx Clip Post Earrings.
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Vintage 1980s American Modern Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

Onyx, White Gold

Black Onyx Red Pink Ruby White Diamond Halo 14K White Gold Statement Ring
By Galt Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
Diamonds. 14K White Gold 0.30 CTW Diamonds 14.70 CTS Black Onyx & Red Pink Rubies
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21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Sardinia Red Coral White Diamond Onyx White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
1stdibs catalog worldwide. This Pendant is made of 14K White and Yellow Gold. This Pendant has 0.60
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Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Coral 18 Karat White Gold Onyx Diamonds Cuff Bracelet
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. Beautiful bracelet in 18 karat white gold created by hand by our craftsmen
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamonds, Onyx, 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Earrings
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Elegant retrò earrings in 18 kt yellow and white gold structure mounted with diamonds and onyx
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro More Earrings

Materials

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

Soho 18 Karat White Gold Pave Diamond and Black Onyx Swirl Pin
By SOHO
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Soho Material: 18K white gold Diamond: 50 round brilliant cut= 1.20cttw Color: G Clarity
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

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White Onyx Jewelry For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the piece of white onyx jewelry you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, White Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. You can easily find a 1507 antique edition and 1468 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for an item from our selection of white onyx jewelry from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic choice in our collection of white onyx jewelry over the years, but those made by Cartier, Luigi Ferrara and SCALA GIOIELLI are often thought to be among the most beautiful. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and mixed cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for an object in our assortment of white onyx jewelry, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a White Onyx Jewelry?

On average, a piece of white onyx jewelry at 1stDibs sells for $3,596, while they’re typically $110 on the low end and $650,000 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.