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South Sea Pearl 15.5mm Diamond Hoop Drop Earrings Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond drop earrings feature a lovely pair of oval (15.5 x 14mm) pearls of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

South Sea Pearl 15mm Diamond Hoop Drop Earrings Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond drop earrings feature two 15mm pearls of fine quality nacre and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

South Sea Pearl Necklace Diamond Clasp Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl choker necklace is composed of 33 pearls originating from the waters of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Choker Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Lavender Sapphire South Sea Pearl Clip-On Earrings Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
oval shape faceted sapphires. The tops hold two fine South Sea pearls of 14.5mm diameter. 0.10 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Sapphire, Pearl, 18k Gold...

Golden South Sea Pearl and Diamond Bracelet Art Déco Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
seven transversal motifs in white gold. The untreated Golden South Sea pearls all range between 15.5mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cuff Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Emerald South Sea Pearl and Diamond Clip-On Earrings Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The emerald and South Sea pearl earrings feature a flower design on the ear with 7.21 carats of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

South Sea Pearl 21 x 17mm Diamond Pendant Necklace Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pendant necklace features a splendid Australian pearl of the exceptional size of 21 x
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

GIT Certified South Sea Pearls 11.00 Ct Diamonds Art Deco Necklace
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
An exquisite South Sea Pearls and Diamonds necklace in Art Deco design. White South Sea pearls are
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Australian South Sea and Diamond Pendant in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
A 13.3 mm White Australian South Sea Pearl and diamond pendant in 18k yellow gold. The pearl is set
Category

2010s Australian Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bochic “Capri” Multi Gem South Sea Pearl Earrings Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Multi Gem & South Sea Pearl Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver Natural Oval Shapes
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Nouveau Clip-on Earrings

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Green Sapphire, 18k...

Fish Brooch Pin Diamonds South Sea Pearl Emerald Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
is accented with a faceted emerald. The fish suspends a voluminous Australian South Sea Pearl of 17mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

Crystal, White Diamond, Emerald, Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, 18k Go...

Diamond South Sea Pearl Drop Earrings 0.37 Carats 11-12 MM 18 Karat Rose Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat rose gold drop earrings featuring two South Sea Pearls measuring 11-12 MM and 42 round
Category

2010s Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Gorgeous Pearl Diamond Gold Drop Chain Necklace Made In 18k White Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous Diamond & South Sea Cultured White Pearl is perfect for any occasion. This necklace
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

NWT $108, 500 Gorgeous 18KT Gold South Sea Pearl Fancy Yellow Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Large AA-AAA GOLDEN PRISTINE SOUTH SEA PEARLS that give off a Radiant Hue. Beautifully spread across and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

NWT 105, 000 Gorgeous 18KT Gold South Sea Pearl Fancy Yellow Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
AA-AAA GOLDEN PRISTINE SOUTH SEA PEARLS that give off a Radiant Hue. Beautifully spread across and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold

Hakimoto 15 mm Large Size Tahitian Black South Sea Pearl 18K White Gold Clip
Located in Hicksville, NY
Hakimoto By Jewel Of Ocean Rare Over 15mm Black Pearls 0.8" High, 15mm 13.3 Grams 18K White Gold No
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Blue Sapphire Diamond South Sea Pearl Earrings Flower Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
of oval cut faceted Ceylon sapphires of brilliant blue color. The tops suspend 2 South Sea pearls of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire,...

18 mm South Sea Pearl Brilliant Pendant Grandiose Jewelry Highlight 0.90 Carat
Located in Viena, Viena
, hallmarked with the Schmuckzicke logo, grandiose, great piece of jewelry with an XXL white South Sea cultured
Category

2010s European Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Virgo Zodiac Cocktail Ring South Sea Pearl Diamonds Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The Virgo zodiac ring features a South Sea pearl of 15.5mm diameter resting on the knees of a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Aquarius Zodiac Cocktail Ring South Sea Pearl Diamonds Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The Aquarius zodiac cocktail ring features a South Sea pearl of 14.5mm diameter serving as a jug of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Aquarius Zodiac Cocktail Ring South Sea Pearl Diamonds Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
This Aquarius zodiac ring features a South Sea pearl of 13.5/14mm diameter serving as a jug of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Aquarius Zodiac Cocktail Ring South Sea Pearl Diamonds Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The Aquarius zodiac ring features a South Sea pearl of 13x15mm serving as a jug of water on the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

3-Strand Multicolored South Sea Cultural Pearl Necklace Gold
Located in US
Finely crafted with natural pearls ranging from 7.0mm - 7.5mm South sea cultured multicolor pearl
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold

Blue Sapphire South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The blue sapphire and South Sea pearl earrings feature a spray of 13.50 carats of oval cut and pear
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire,...

South Sea Pearl Diamond Sapphire Sautoir Necklace Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The pearl and diamond sautoir necklace (57” long) features a total of 27 South Sea pearls, some set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Whit...

South Sea Pearl 15.5mm Diamond Clip-On Earrings Flower Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond earrings feature two lovely pearls with a 15.5mm diameter
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Golden South Sea Pearl Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Pea Pod Brooch-Pendant
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking brooch featuring five AAA South Sea pearls. They each have an intense golden color and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Pink Sapphire Diamond South Sea Pearl Pendant Necklace Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The pink sapphire diamond and South Sea pearl pendant features a spray of marquise shape faceted
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Necklaces

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire,...

【Crown Radiance】Celestial Bloom Aurora South Sea Pearl Multigem Earrings
Located in New York, NY
South Sea Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Natural Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold

Bochic “Orient” South Sea Pearl Fancy Sapphire Brooch Set in 22k Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” South Sea Pearl & Fancy Sapphire Brooch set in 22K Gold & Silver Natural Ruby
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Brooches

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sa...

Vintage South Sea Pearl Diamond Gold Frog Brooch Pin Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Montreal, QC
14K White Gold Frog Pin Brooch. Hand set with a Sensational Large South Sea Pearl in Belly. Body
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, Gold

Libra Zodiac Cocktail Ring Diamonds South Sea pearls Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
enhanced in any way. Each pearl is perched on top of a crown in a crossover white gold design set with a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Bochic “Retro” Sapphire South Sea Pearl Cat Earrigns Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Retro” Sapphire & South Sea Pearl Cat Earrings Set In 18K Gold & Silver Blue Natural
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Retro Dangle Earrings

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire...

Bochic “Capri” South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Ruby Necklace Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Ruby Necklace Set In 18K Gold & Silver South Sea White
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Link Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire,...

Stick Pin South Sea Pearl Ruby and Diamond Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The stick pin with South Sea pearl ruby and diamond features an 17.5mm pearl atop a corolla set
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings Onyx Coral Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond drop earrings feature two beautifully shaped 15 x 14mm diameter
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Coral, White Diamond, Onyx, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, W...

South Sea Pearl Yellow Sapphire Diamond Cocktail Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond ring features a pearl of 14mm diameter. The design consists of one
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gol...

【Lustre Arc】Tiered Aurora Golden South Sea Akoya Pearl Gala Earrings
Located in New York, NY
These elegant earrings feature a harmonious pairing of lustrous oval South Sea golden pearls and
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Stick Pin South Sea Pearl Emerald and Diamond Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The stick pin with South Sea pearl emerald and diamond features an 18 x 15.5mm pearl atop a corolla
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Brooches

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

South Sea Pearl Diamond Briolette Sapphire Cocktail Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond cocktail ring features a splendid pearl of 17mm diameter. The pearl
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Whit...

【Crown Radiance】Solar Radiance Aurora Golden South Sea Pearl Diamond Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Information Origin South Sea Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, and Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

Bochic “Orient” South Sea Pearl Multi Sapphire Bangle Set In 18K Gold Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” South Sea Pearl & Multi Sapphire Bangle Set In 18K Gold & Silver Black Tahiti
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Baroque Bangles

Materials

South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire...

South Sea Pearl 19.5mm Diamond Onyx Cocktail Ring Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond cocktail ring features an exceptionally large and beautiful
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

White Diamond, Onyx, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

SOUTH-SEAS PEARLS Platinum Dangle Cluster Earrings With 13.60 Ctw VS Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
: Mount in dangle settings, with 2 matching South-Seas white pearls of 15.2 mm. Birthstone: Pearls for
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Vintage 1970s American Modernist Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Platinum

Pair of South Sea Pearl and Rose Cut Diamond Hook Earrings in 18k
Located in Miami, FL
A pair of South Sea pearl and diamond dangling hook earrings in 18-karat yellow gold, circa 1990
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

South Sea Pearl Diamond Earrings Clip-On Earrings Swirl Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond earrings feature two splendid 15.5mm diameter South Sea pearls
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

South Sea Pearl and Diamond Cuff Bracelet Art Déco Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond bracelet features seven large pearls separated by seven motifs in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Cuff Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Onyx, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yoko London Freshwater Pearl and Diamond Earrings in 18 Karat White Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
atelier. -10-11mm South Sea Pearls -4 Diamonds (Total diamond carat weight: 0.11ct) -18K White Gold
Category

2010s British Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold...

Heart Shape Sapphire South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
crystalline quality and brilliant color faceted orange sapphires. The tops suspend 2 fine South Sea pearls of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Ambrosi for Cellini 18KT WG , Diamond 6.48 Cts. South Sea Pearls Cone Earrings
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
Magnificent South Sea Pearl and Diamond Earrings. These dramatic earrings are sure to be a
Category

1990s Italian Art Deco Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

【Vine Symphony】Golden Bloom Aurora South Sea Pearl Diamond Drop Earrings
Located in New York, NY
Origin South Sea Pearl Jewelry Processed in Japan Material South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, and Natural Diamond
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

GIT Certified South Sea Pearls 5.80 Carat Diamonds Art Deco Earrings
Located in New Delhi, Delhi
lustrous South Sea Pearls, fine quality, perfect shape and surface, spectacular pure white, and Natural
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold

South Sea Pearl 17mm Diamond Clip On Earrings Crescent Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond earrings feature two magnificent large pearls of 17mm diameter on
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Hubert 17mm Golden South Sea Pearl Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A striking South Sea Pearl, measuring an astonishing 17 millimeters, is the focal point of this
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chain Necklace with Golden South Sea Pearl and Diamond Pendant
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description Golden South Sea pearl pendant with diamonds on a 14k yellow gold chain. Item #N3193
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Chain Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold

Heart Shape Diamond South Sea Pearl Clip On Earrings Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The heart shape diamond South Sea pearl pair of earrings feature two very large untreated South Sea
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Clip-on Earrings

Materials

White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

South Sea Pearl Drop Shape Diamond Hoop Drop Earrings Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond drop earrings feature a lovely pair of drop shape pearls (15 x 13mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artist Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

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White South Sea Pearls In White Gold For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact piece of white south sea pearls in white gold you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 18k gold and white gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Making the right choice when shopping for an item from our selection of white south sea pearls in white gold may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 18th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic choice in our collection of white south sea pearls in white gold over the years, but those made by Ella Gafter, Yoko London and Michael Kneebone are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes brilliant cut and mixed cut alternatives. Finding an object in our assortment of white south sea pearls in white gold for sale for women should be easy, but there are 789 pieces available to browse for unisex as well as men, too.

How Much is a White South Sea Pearls In White Gold?

Prices for a piece of white south sea pearls in white gold can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $0 and can go as high as $1,800,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $5,064.

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.

The Legacy of Pearl in Jewelry Design

The pearl has been synonymous with ladylike elegance since the Tudor period — learn what to look for when shopping for vintage and antique pearl jewelry as well as how to tell the origin of a pearl with our handy primer.

Every woman at some point in her life desires a simple strand of pearls. They are elegant, timeless, versatile — just ask Coco Chanel or Jacqueline Kennedy — and valuable. In 1917, Pierre Cartier famously traded a double-strand of natural pearls for a Fifth Avenue mansion, the Cartier brand’s flagship store ever since. And if you were born in the beginning of summer, pearl is the June birthstone.

It is possible to tell where a pearl originated from its appearance. Akoyas are usually round and white — the classic pearl, if you will. South Sea pearls are normally larger and vary in color; orangey yellow ones are not uncommon. Tahitian pearls are mostly black but can also be gray or brown, and between the Akoya and the South Sea varieties in size. Freshwater pearls, or Orientals, run the gamut in terms of color and size, but in shape, they tend to resemble Rice Krispies. Another important distinction is a round pearl versus a baroque pearl. A round pearl is self-explanatory, but there are two types of baroque pearls: symmetrical and asymmetrical. In general, the symmetrical variation commands a higher valuation. Within a strand of pearls, uniformity is prized — the more the individual pearls resemble one another, the more valuable the strand.

According to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), the earliest recorded mention of a pearl was in 2206 BC by a Chinese historian. Centuries later, Christopher Columbus made it a point to visit pearl fisheries during his 15th-century exploration of the Caribbean. Since the late-19th century, the Japanese have been at the forefront of cultivating pearls, when jeweler Kokichi Mikimoto successfully cultured the world’s first pearl in 1893.

On 1stDibs, find vintage and antique pearl necklaces, pearl earrings and other accessories.