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Antique Art Nouveau Amethyst and Natural Pearl 14 Karat Yellow Gold Shield Ring
Located in Tustin, CA
Beautifully proportioned, low profile antique 14 karat yellow gold ring from the Art Nouveau period
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Natural Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Art Nouveau Amethyst and Seed Pearl 14k Gold Ring
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
pearls of a lovely luster. A yellow and rose gold bow along with an intricate, engraved band and a
Category

Vintage 1910s Art Nouveau Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Mauboussin "Aloha" Amethyst and Mother of Pearl 18K Yellow Gold Ring
By Mauboussin
Located in New York, NY
Stylish Mauboussin amethyst and Mother of Pearl "Aloha" minimalist style ring crafted in high
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Gold

Art Deco Enamel Amethyst Seed Pearl Gold Filigree Ring
Located in Houston, TX
An Art Deco 14K yellow gold filigree ring featuring a central marquise amethyst, framed by seed
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold

Victorian Amethyst Pearl 14 Karat Gold Cluster Ring, Circa 1900
Located in Philadelphia, PA
white in body color with varied iridescence and luster Tested as 14 karat gold Circa: 1900 Ring Size
Category

Antique Early 1900s Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Topazes Peridots Hydro, Amethyst, Pearl 9 Karat Rose Gold and Silver Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
hydrothermal amethyst and a small pearl. It is surrounded by drops yellow topaz and round peridots. This ring
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, Topaz, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Erté 14k Yellow Gold Amethyst MOP DiamondPear Cocktail Ring
By Erté
Located in Montclair, NJ
.) Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 8.22 Grams Ring Size: 8.5 (Fitted on a finger. We can custom size
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian gold ring with amethyst and natural pearls, 1911-1912.
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique Edwardian gold ring with amethyst and natural pearls, Great Britain, early 20th century
Category

Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Natural Pearl, Gold

Edwardian gold ring with amethyst and natural pearls, early 20th century
Located in Chorzów, PL
Antique Edwardian gold ring with amethyst and natural pearls, Great Britain, early 20th century
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Natural Pearl, Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Stamped, Edwardian, Amethyst, Pearl Peridot Suffragette Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Suffragette Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Stamped This exquisite Edwardian suffragette ring is
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, Gold, 18k Gold

18k Gold Carved Amethyst Mother of Pearl Diamond 14mm Wide Band Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Of Pearl- Carved Custom Cut - Inlaid Set - White Color Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold w/ White Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau 16 Carat Amethyst Seed Pearl Ring
Located in Cape May, NJ
Antique Art Nouveau 14K Gold 16 Carat Amethyst & Seed Pearl Ring. The ring is in excellent estate
Category

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold

Amethyst Seed Pearl Cocktail Ring Vintage 10 Karat Gold Estate Fine Jewelry 7
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage amethyst & seed pearl cocktail ring (circa 1950s to 1960s) crafted in 10 karat
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

1930s Art Deco Amethyst Enamel Pearl 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
surrounded by strung seed pearls, very well matched and white in body color Flanked by yellow gold foliate
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Gemstone, Pearl Yellow Gold Ring from the Gabor Family Estate
Located in Dallas, TX
This beautiful multi-colored gemstone and pearl 14kt yellow gold ring is from the family estate of
Category

20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Pearl, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Belle Époque Amethyst Pearl 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
in color Surrounded by seed pearls with four yellow gold flowers at each corner of rectangular mount
Category

Vintage 1910s Unknown Belle Époque Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Freshwater Pearl, 14k Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Amethyst Emerald and Pearl Suffragette Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
crafted from 15ct yellow gold and features a beautiful combination of Amethyst, Emerald and Seed Pearl
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Diamonds, Amethysts, Topazes, Hard Stone Flower, Pearl, Gold and Silver Ring.
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
with 0.35 ct of diamonds and 1.15 ct of amethyst and yellow topazes. This ring was totally handmade by
Category

Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Topaz, Gold, 9k Gold, Silver

Topazes Amethyst Flower Pearls Diamonds Rose Gold and Silver Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver, 2.5 cm diameter, embellished with 2.46 ct olf yellow
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Topaz, 9k Gold, Silver, Rose Gold

Diamonds Pearls Coral Topèazes Garnet Amethyst Rose Gold and Silver Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
covered by the seller (customs duties included). Fantastic 9 kt rose gold and silver cocktail ring
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Coral, Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, 9k Gold, Silver

Diamonds Pearls Coral Topazes Garnet Amethyst Rose Gold and Silver Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
, ITEMS AT AUCTIONS AND ONGOING PROMOTIONS. Fantastic 9 kt rose gold and silver cocktail ring, length
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Coral, Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, 9k Gold, Silver, Rose Gold

South Sea Pearl, Diamonds, Citrine, Tourmaline, Amethysts, Aquamarine Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
covered by the seller (customs duties included). Magnificent ring in 14k yellow gold, mounted with a
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Iolite, South Sea Pearl,...

Amethyst Diamond Turquoise Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
0.80 carat. The diamond is surrounded by turquoise. The ring is set in 14 karat yellow gold. The Ring
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Art Deco Amethyst Enamel Ring 14k Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco amethyst ring (circa 1920s to 1930s) crafted in 14k yellow gold
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

1960s Etruscan Style 1.70 Carat Amethyst 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karats yellow gold. Inspired by Etruscan jewels, this vintage ring is set with an
Category

Vintage 1960s French Etruscan Revival Band Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Amethyst Seed Pearl Enamel Cocktail Ring 14 Karat Gold
Located in Torrance, CA
Finely detailed vintage Art Deco era ring (circa 1920s to 1930s), crafted in 14 karat yellow gold
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold

Centaur Themed Amethyst Plaque Ring
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
An antique American treasure, rendered in 14 karat yellow and rose gold, the large amethyst
Category

Vintage 1920s More Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Amethyst Pearl Ring Large Oval Cocktail Etched Sz 8 Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage amethyst & pearl cocktail ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Cabochon cut
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gucci Amethyst 18 Karat Gold Chiodo Statement Ring
By Gucci
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Featuring a fancily cut amethyst in a pyramidal form - measuring 13.0 x 13.0 mm Extremely
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Estate Kabana Mother of Pearl, Blue Topaz, and Amethyst Cocktail Ring in 14k
By Kabana
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Beautiful Kabana cocktail ring with white mother of pearl, square blue topaz and square amethyst
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Topaz, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold

Georgian Pearl Garnet and Emerald Cluster Ring
Located in London, GB
Dimensions: 10mm Pearl Dimensions: 4 (3mm) Amethyst Dimensions: 1 (2mm), 4 (1.5mm) Emerald Dimensions: 2 (2mm
Category

Antique 18th Century Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Emerald, Pearl, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Art Deco Amethyst Ring Enamel Cocktail 14k Gold Filigree Jewelry Sz 8
Located in Torrance, CA
white & yellow & white gold. Faceted round cut amethyst measures 12mm. Small 1mm seed pearls accent the
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Chanel Mademoiselle 18K Yellow Gold Multi-Gemstone Ring
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
Yellow Gold Multi Gem Ring is offered in estate condition and is presented in a gift box.
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings

Materials

Pearl, Amethyst, Citrine, Multi-gemstone, Quartz, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Ye...

Retro 1950s Amethyst 18 Karat Rose and White Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
bridge which ends in a small yellow gold pearl. Weight of the amethyst : about 4 carats. Height : 12.9 mm
Category

Vintage 1950s French Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Chanel Gemstone Gold Ring
By Chanel
Located in Southampton, PA
gold rises with stern purpose into a canopy of rippling amethyst, swelling peridot and petite pearls
Category

Late 20th Century French More Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 18ct Gold Diamond Emerald Amethyst Ruby Sapphire Tourmaline Dearest Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Dearest Ring 18ct Gold Stamped Circa 1900 This 18ct yellow gold Edwardian dearest
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Gemstone Eternity Ring 14 Karat Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
yellow gold. The band is set with various gemstones including: moonstone, turquoise, garnet, amethyst
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Band Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Carnelian, Chrysophrase, Garnet, Jade, Moonstone, Cultured Pea...

Sunita Nahata 43 Carat Green Amethyst and Diamond Ring and Earring Set in 18KYG
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
amethyst, diamond and semi-precious gemstones set in 18K yellow gold. Ring: Green amethyst: 13.78 carat
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

JAMES ARNOLD FREW 1960 Sculptural Cocktail Ring 14Kt Gold With Pearls Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
. In this example, tendrils of yellow gold grasp baroque opalescent pearls, and the entire construction
Category

Vintage 1960s American Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Barbara Anton Amethyst and Diamond Cocktail Ring Circa 1960
By Barbara B. Anton
Located in Cincinnati, OH
A Modernist cocktail ring by Barbara Anton. The 1 1/2' x 1" 18k yellow gold freeform mount with
Category

Vintage 1960s American Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Jade Pearl 2.60 Carat Cocktail Ring
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
amethysts and lustrous pearls. The vivid purple is perfectly set off by the warmth of the 14k yellow gold
Category

Vintage 1960s Italian Modern Solitaire Rings

Materials

Jade, Pearl

Marco Bicego Multi-Gem Topaz 18 Karat Yellow Gold Paradise Briolette Burst Ring
By Marco Bicego
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as burst motif with dimensional tear-drop shaped forms Comprised of clustered gold forms
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

14KT Yellow Gold Retro Floral Cluster Floating Diamond and Multi-Color Ring
Located in New York, NY
Estate 14KT Yellow Gold Retro Era Floral Cluster Floating Diamond and Multi-Color Gemstone Ring
Category

Vintage 1950s North American Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Ruby, Green Sapphire, Yellow Gold

1960s Cultured Pearls Amethyst Pearls 18 Karat Yellow Gold Long Necklace
Located in Poitiers, FR
Long necklace in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark. Formed from a convict link, this
Category

Vintage 1960s French Retro Chain Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Amethyst and Pearl 14k Yellow Gold Brooch
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Edwardian Amethyst and Pearl 14k Yellow Gold Brooch. Featuring one octagonal step cut amethyst
Category

Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 8.12 Carat Amethyst and Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
amethyst and pearl pendant is suspended from a 9k yellow gold belcher chain with two integrated ring loops
Category

1990s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Antique 6.56 Carat Amethyst and Pearl Yellow Gold Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 6.56 carat amethyst and seed pearl, 15k yellow gold pendant with 18k yellow
Category

Antique 1890s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 15k Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1890s Seed Pearl and 0.90 Carat Amethyst Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
This fine and impressive antique necklace has been crafted in 9K yellow gold. The 9K yellow
Category

Antique 1890s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9.02Ct Amethyst and Pearl Yellow Gold Bracelet Circa 1890
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An exceptional, fine and impressive 9.02 carat amethyst, pearl, and 15 karat yellow gold bracelet
Category

Antique 1890s Unknown Link Bracelets

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bvlgari 18k Yellow Gold, Cabochon Emerald, Diamond, Pearl Amethyst Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bvlgari Italy 18k Yellow Gold, Pearl, Amethyst, Cabochon Emerald & Diamond Choker Necklace Vintage
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Choker Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Edwardian 15.35 TCW Amethyst Pearl 14k Yellow Gold Station Necklace 1900s
Located in Towson, MD
This exquisite 1900’s estate Edwardian 14K yellow gold necklace features three bezel-set amethysts
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Link Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marina J. Amethyst, Baroque Pearl Solid 14k Yellow Gold Necklace
By Marina J.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
, Faceted Amethyst & solid 14k Yellow Findings. The Baroque Pearls in this necklace display a magnificent
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian 12k Yellow Gold Amethysts Tassel Pearl 17" Fringe Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
- Wire Set - Grayish White Color Material: 12K Solid Yellow Gold Weight: 6.9 Grams Chain Type: Cable
Category

Antique 1890s Victorian Drop Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Antique 5.60Ct Amethyst and Pearl, 15k Yellow Gold Pendant Circa 1900
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive 5.60 carat amethyst and pearl, 15 karat yellow gold pendant - boxed; part of
Category

Antique Early 1900s Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Yellow Gold

Antique 1930s 16.21 Carat Amethyst and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Necklace
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive antique 16.21 carat amethyst and seed pearl, 14 karat yellow gold necklace
Category

20th Century Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

32.42Ct Amethyst Diamond and Cultured Pearl Yellow Gold and Platinum Pendant
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
. The amethyst gemstone pendant suspends from an 18k yellow gold 18" trace chain via an integrated ring
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

14k Yellow Gold Oval Amethyst Earrings Bezel Set and Framed by Pearls
Located in Addison, TX
14 Karat Yellow Gold Victorian Style Oval Amethyst Earrings Bezel Set and Framed by Seed Pearls
Category

20th Century Unknown Victorian Stud Earrings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Yellow Gold Amethyst Pearl Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact yellow gold amethyst pearl ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 70 vintage or 34 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect yellow gold amethyst pearl ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic yellow gold amethyst pearl ring over the years, but those made by Yianni Creations, Chanel and Mauboussin are often thought to be among the most beautiful. See these pages for an oval cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and briolette cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our yellow gold amethyst pearl ring for sale are for women, but there are 17 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Yellow Gold Amethyst Pearl Ring?

Prices for a yellow gold amethyst pearl ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $166 and can go as high as $7,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,298.

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.