Skip to main content

Yellow Jade

to
375
3,974
3,516
1,686
1,677
45
3,878
1,166
273
148
141
8
89
2,291
1,695
36
17
70
39
51
109
154
233
155
107
4
2,358
1,660
81
906
615
479
414
168
to
8
1
82
73
66
57
51
598
573
296
205
194
72
47
21
9
9
7
5
4
3
1
4,048
51
2,913
773
Sort By
Certified Red Jadeite Jade Pendant Drop Necklace, Hand Gold Wiring Workmanship
Located in Hong Kong, HK
"red" color Jade. A 14K yellow gold chain will also be included in this sale. The untreated / un
Category

2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Chinese Gold Jade Double Happiness (囍) Pendant
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage Chinese gold & jade pendant. In 14k yellow gold and white jade (nephrite). From
Category

20th Century Chinese Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Gold

GIA Certified Natural Carved Blended Green Jadeite Jade Gold Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
natural blended shades of green color. 14k yellow gold 1 pierced carver mottled green Jadeite Jade, 45.99
Category

Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Bee Carved Jade Ruby Diamond Vintage Style Dangle 9K Gold Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
green color and well bee carvings. The jade is suspended in a 9k yellow gold setting with ruby and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Jadeite Jade Shell Shape Summer Dangle Earrings Intini Jewels
By Intini Jewels
Located in Milano, IT
summertime accessory. • 18 karat yellow gold (750 stamp) • Jadeite Jade carvings 2 x 1.4 cm • Total length
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Nouveau Dangle Earrings

Materials

Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

TIFFANY CO. 1979 Angela Cummings Geometric Bracelet 18Kt Gold Jade Coral
By Angela Cummings for Tiffany Co.
Located in Miami, FL
solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high polish finish and is embellished by a checkerboard design
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modernist Bangles

Materials

Coral, Black Jade, Jade, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Carved Jade Pearl Ruby Diamond Vintage Style Dangle 9K Gold Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
green color and well carvings. The jade is suspended in a 9k yellow gold setting with ruby, pearl and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified Lavender Jade 30mm x 12mm Doggy Pendant. Lucky Dog Pendant!
Located in Hong Kong, HK
different lighting. The jade dog is set in yellow gold. and a green jade bead for contrast in color. Nothing
Category

2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Genuine Jadeite Jade Green Gold Carved Link Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
Round Jade Handmade 14k green gold bracelet. Art Deco 1930s. Set with three AGL certified genuine
Category

Early 20th Century Retro Bracelets

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Carved Oval Jadeite Jade Natural Pearl Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Early 1900's Natural Jadeite Jade carved oval pendant necklace with no enhancements. AGL certified
Category

Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Hand Carved Jade Emerald 18 Karat Gold Diamond Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These stunning hand carved Jade earrings are thoughtfully and meticulously crafted in 18-karat gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Jade and Onyx Clip Earrings CA 1970 in 14K
Located in Miami, FL
A vintage pair of Jadeite jade carving ear clips with onyx. The jade carvings are natural and
Category

Vintage 1970s American Modern Clip-on Earrings

Materials

Jade, Onyx, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14k Gold Jade Pearl Garnet Fruit Fly Small Tie Pin
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a 14K yellow gold insect tie pin. It depicts a green jade measuring 8.3mm x 5.8mm (body
Category

20th Century Unknown Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Jade, Pearl, Garnet, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Seven Stone Oval Natural Jadeite Jade Gold Pendant Necklace
Located in Stamford, CT
Retro 1940's Art Deco handmade A grade natural Jadeite Jade pendant necklace. 7 Exquisite oval
Category

Early 20th Century Link Necklaces

Materials

Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mauboussin - 18 Carat. White Gold - Ring - 1.00 ct Diamond - Jade
By Mauboussin
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Mauboussin - 18 kt. White gold - Ring - 1.00 ct Diamond - Jade Size: 51 - Total weight: 21 g
Category

Early 2000s French More Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Natural Omphacite Jadeite Jade Gold Dangle Chandelier Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Green natural untreated Omphacite Jadeite Jade GIA certified natural untreated handmade 22k yellow
Category

Vintage 1960s Dangle Earrings

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Gump s 18k Gold Large GIA 34ct Purple Lavender Jade Solitaire Statement Ring
By Gump s San Francisco
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Jade - 100% Natural - Oval Double Cabochon Cut - Prong Set
Category

20th Century Fashion Rings

Materials

Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Art Deco Carved Natural Jadeite Jade Gold Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
1940's Art Deco Jade bracelet in slightly green gold with certified untreated round Jadeite Jade
Category

Early 20th Century Link Bracelets

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamonds and Jade Butterfly Pendant on Fine Curb Chain
Located in MELBOURNE, VIC
Dainty 18 carat yellow gold Butterfly pendant on 18 carat delicate curb chain. Butterfly wings are
Category

Late 20th Century Art Deco Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Jade, Opal and Gold Indian Head Coin Station Statement Bracelet
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Jade, Opal and Gold Indian Head Coin Stations Statement Bracelet
Category

Late 20th Century Modernist Link Bracelets

Materials

Jade, Opal, Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18 Karat Gold, Onyx, Diamond and Jade Bracelet
Located in London, GB
, and one smooth cut piece of forest green Jade. A total of 20 white diamonds highlight the deep colours
Category

Vintage 1970s British Retro Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carved Jade Pendant on Chain
Located in Dallas, TX
Carved jade and 14 karat yellow gold pendant suspended on 20 inch 14 karat box chain.
Category

Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carved Jade Pendant on Chain
Carved Jade Pendant on Chain
$1,100 Sale Price
44% Off
Rene Boivin Onyx Jade Amazonite Art Deco Desk Clock
By René Boivin
Located in New York, NY
Rene Boivin Onyx Jade & Amazonite Art Deco Desk Clock This extremely rare clock features an onyx
Category

Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Desk Accessories

Materials

Amazonite, Jade, Onyx, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Jade 16 Diamond Circle Pendant Necklace Antique 14 Karat Gold
Located in New York, NY
This is a spectacular Antique Jade Diamond Pendant Necklace in 14 Karat Yellow Gold. The stunning
Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

GIA Natural 210 Carat Jade Bead Necklace and No Enhancements
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Natural 210ct Vintage Jade Beads & Pendant Report 21656115279 Please see attached
Category

2010s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified Genuine Burmese Green Jadeite Jade Cabochon 4.21ct Diamond Necklace
Located in Wan Chai District, HK
necklace is set in 850 Yellow Gold, which gold purity is slightly higher than 20k gold. The jadeite jade
Category

Late 20th Century Hong Kong Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Yellow Gold

High Quality Translucent Hand Carved Jade Earrings with Diamonds
By Angeletti
Located in Roma, IT
High Quality Translucent Hand Carved Jade Earrings with Diamonds. The Magic of the Jade of these
Category

2010s Italian Classical Roman Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Carved Jade Ruby Diamond Fleur De Lis Vintage Style Dangle Gold Earrings
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
green color and well carvings. The jade is suspended in a 9k yellow gold setting with ruby lily flower
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Oval Cabochon Jadeite Jade Natural Green Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Stamford, CT
1950's GIA certified cabochon Jadeite Jade natural green gold cocktail ring, is a masterpiece that
Category

Mid-20th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified Apple Green Jade, Fancy Color Diamond Pendant / Brooch
Located in Hong Kong, HK
gold. The wings are made of 2 apple green carved jades. There are white and yellow natural diamonds
Category

2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Yellow Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Whit...

Hand Carved Jade Diamond 18 Karat Gold Stud Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These hand carved Jade earrings are meticulously crafted in 18-karat gold. It is set in 5.82
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified Imperial Jade, Diamond Butterfly Pendant / Brooch, Collector Quality
Located in Hong Kong, HK
natural jadeite jade. The pendant / brooch is set in 18k white gold and yellow gold. There are 2 carved
Category

2010s Hong Kong Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Ruby, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gol...

Jade, Diamond Pendant Substantial, Eccentric, Spectacular Certified Untreated
Located in Northampton, MA
and untreated jadeite jade from Burma, this 14K yellow gold, jade and diamond pendant is just
Category

Mid-20th Century Art Nouveau Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade

Larter Sons GIA Certified Natural Green Jadeite Jade Marquise Gold Bracelet
By Larter Sons
Located in Stamford, CT
Larter & Sons 1950’s mid-century jade and yellow gold link bracelet. GIA certified natural
Category

Mid-20th Century More Bracelets

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

Hand Carved Jade Diamond Stud 14 Karat Gold Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These hand carved Jade earrings are meticulously crafted in 14-karat gold. It is set in 2.5 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Yellow Gold, Gold, 14k Gold

ANGELA CUMMINGS 1983 Geometric Dots Bracelet 18Kt Gold With Opal Black Jade
By Angela Cummings
Located in Miami, FL
with free wavy shapes in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with high polish finish. It is embellished all
Category

Vintage 1980s American Modernist Bangles

Materials

Black Jade, Black Opal, Jade, Opal, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

GUMPS San Francisco Signed Lavender Jade 14K Gold Clip On Stud Earrings
Located in Miami, FL
Natural untreated lavender jadeite jade clip-on stud earrings in 14K yellow gold bezel settings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rounded Triangular Natural Green Jade Jadeite Necklace with Swan Design
Located in Sugar Land, TX
Yellow Gold Weight: 2 grams Dimensions: 25mm x 13mm with bail Stone Cut: Rounded Triangle
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified Jadeite Jade Diamond Cocktail Ring, Intense Apple Green Color
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Please check out the HD video. This is an intense apple green Jade and diamond ring. It is
Category

2010s Hong Kong Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural UNTREATED GIA Omphacite "Imperial" Color Jade and Diamonds 18KY Pendant
Located in New York, NY
GIA Certified Omphacite Jade 18K Pendant of "Imperial" Color with Diamonds, circa 1980. A very fine
Category

Vintage 1980s Modern Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mid-Century Italian 18K Gold Coral and Carved Jade Berry Brooch
Located in Miami, FL
crafted in 18K yellow gold and adorned with vibrant natural gemstones. Three rich red-orange Mediterranean
Category

Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

Coral, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mings Jade Pearl Halo Ring 14 Karat Gold Hawaii
Located in New York, NY
A rare Ming's Jade Ring with a fabulous Pearl Halo in 14 Karat Gold. The vintage Ming's of Hawaii
Category

20th Century American Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Jade, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

86.44 Carat Purple Jadeite Jade and Diamond Gold Necklace and Earrings Set
Located in Miami, FL
-29.51,27.74 DR-2-1.00 86.44 Carat Type "A" Purple Jade with 1.36 CTTW Round-Cut Diamonds in 18K Yellow Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Modern Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified Icy Imperial Jade Diamond Hummingbird Brooch, Fine Enamel Work
Located in Hong Kong, HK
brooch is certified by two labs to be natural jadeite jade. The brooch is set in 18k yellow gold with
Category

2010s Hong Kong Brooches

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Jade Ring Hand Carved Band Certified Untreated Size 6
Located in Northampton, MA
features apple green, pale green and yellow jadeite jade. The tones compliment each other perfectly and
Category

2010s Chinese Artisan Band Rings

Materials

Jade

Etruscan Revival Victorian Jade 14K Gold Antique Granulated Crane Signet Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Centering a bezel set jade tablet measuring approximately 16.0 mm round Translucent pastel green in
Category

Antique 1870s Etruscan Revival Signet Rings

Materials

Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carved Jade Emerald 18 Karat Gold Blossom Diamond Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These stunning hand carved Jade earrings are crafted in 18-karat gold. It is set in 20.85 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Clip-on Earrings

Materials

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

Jade, Diamond, Multi-colored Gemstones, Glass, 18K Gold Perfume Bottle Pendant
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite perfume bottle pendant by Ferrar is a masterful composition of Type A jade, diamonds
Category

20th Century Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Jade, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Myanmar Bright Green Loong Jade Pendant with 18K Gold Bail
Located in Kowloon, HK
Discover the enchanting beauty of our Natural Myanmar Bright Green Loong Jade Pendant, a stunning
Category

2010s Hong Kong Artisan Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Cultured Pearl Natural Jade Multi-Row Gold Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
1950's GIA Certified natural, no impregnation Cultured Pearl Natural Jade Multi-Row Gold Bracelet
Category

Mid-20th Century Retro Bracelets

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Jade, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

8 Carat Oval Lavender Jade and Diamond Gold Vintage Cocktail Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Finely crafted Solitaire Lavender Jade and Diamond Gold Mid Century Modern
Category

Mid-20th Century Modernist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany Co. Art Deco Carved Jade 14K Gold Antique Floral Link Bracelet
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
bezel set with carved floral motif jade tablets Measuring 10.0 x 17.0 mm - translucent medium green in
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

GIA Certified Natural Oval Purple Cabochon Jadeite Jade Diamond Gold Pendant
Located in Stamford, CT
Experience the elegance and allure of our GIA certified natural oval purple Jadeite Jade and
Category

Mid-20th Century Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Diamond, Jade, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Carved Green Jade Emerald 18 Karat Gold Diamond Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These stunning hand carved Jade earrings are crafted in 18-karat gold. It is set in 23.79 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

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

Carved Jade Emerald 18 Karat Gold Star Diamond Earrings
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
These stunning hand carved Jade earrings are crafted in 18-karat gold. It is set in 4.62 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Artisan Lever-Back Earrings

Materials

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

Krementz 14K YG Diamond Carved Jade Buddha Brooch
By Krementz Co
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco 14K yellow gold diamond jade buddha brooch by Krementz & Co. A beautifully detailed
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Jade, 14k Gold

Vintage Round Nephrite Jade Bead Strand Necklace W/ 14k Gold Balls Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
Weight: 95.50 Grams Type: Alternating Nephrite Jade and Yellow Gold Polished Bead Length: 29 Inches
Category

Vintage 1940s Retro Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Jade, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

  • 1
  • ...
Get Updated with New Arrivals
Save "Yellow Jade", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Yellow Jade For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate yellow jade for your needs in our varied inventory. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold — can elevate any look. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. If you’re looking for a yellow jade from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 18th 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. Finding an appealing yellow jade — no matter the origin — is easy, but AVGVSTA, Tiffany Co. and Jona each produced a popular version that is worth a look. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also oval cut and cabochon versions for sale. When shopping for a yellow jade, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Yellow Jade?

Prices for a yellow jade can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $95 and can go as high as $276,707, while this accessory, on average, fetches $2,267.

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.