Antique Gold Fobs
Vintage 1930s Pocket Watches
Gold
20th Century English Chain Necklaces
9k Gold
Antique 1870s American Neoclassical Charm Bracelets
Carnelian, Gold, 10k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century British Link Bracelets
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century English Victorian Chain Necklaces
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, Gold, 10k Gold
Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, Gold, Gold-filled, Base Metal
Early 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Citrine, Gold
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, Base Metal
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, Gold-filled
Antique 19th Century Victorian Chain Necklaces
Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Jewelry
Citrine, Gold
Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, 9k Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Jewelry
Citrine, Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Jewelry
Citrine, Gold
Early 20th Century British Art Deco Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Jewelry
Citrine, Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Jewelry
Citrine, Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Jewelry
Citrine, Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Charm Bracelets
Gold-filled
Early 20th Century American Pocket Watches
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 20th Century Victorian Enamel Frames and Objects
Gold-filled
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Gold
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, 9k Gold
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, 9k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century European Victorian Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold
Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, Gold, Base Metal
Antique Early 19th Century British Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, Base Metal
Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, Gold-filled
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Jewelry
Quartz, Gold
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Jewelry
Citrine, Gold
Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, 10k Gold, Base Metal
Antique Early 1900s British Edwardian More Jewelry
Quartz, Gold
Early 20th Century European Pendant Necklaces
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 19th Century English Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Citrine, Gold, 9k Gold
Antique 19th Century Unknown Charm Bracelets
Carnelian, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, Gold Plate
Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Quartz, Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Charm Bracelets
Gold-filled
Antique 19th Century Aesthetic Movement Charm Bracelets
Gold-filled
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Desk Accessories
Onyx, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Unknown Aesthetic Movement Charm Bracelets
Gold-filled
Antique 1880s French Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Tiger's Eye, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Link Necklaces
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, Gold, 9k Gold
20th Century Brooches
Carnelian, Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Chain Necklaces
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Brooches
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique 1870s Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1870s Victorian Rope Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century English Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Citrine, Gold, 9k Gold
Antique Early 1900s Pocket Watches
10k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 1840s Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Early 20th Century Unknown Victorian Chain Bracelets
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century Unknown Artist Pendant Necklaces
Carnelian, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Art Deco Chain Necklaces
14k Gold, White Gold
Antique 19th Century British Georgian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, Enamel
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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.
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- What is an antique fob?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022A fob is a pendant that can be attached to a chain. Common types of fobs would be a pocket watch, a piece of jewelry or a locket. On 1stDibs, you can find antique fobs from some of the top sellers around the world.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022An antique fob watch works with the help of a winding mechanism. Turning the winder puts tension on the clockwork gears, allowing them to move. Depending on the watch, you may wind it with a specially designed key or a winding crown located on the stem of the timepiece. You'll find a collection of antique fob watches on 1stDibs.
- Is antique gold real gold?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Antique gold is as real as contemporary gold. Pure gold is 24-karats, though few pieces of jewelry are actually made completely of 24-karat gold because it's extremely soft. 14-karat and 18-karat gold jewelry is usually mixed with alloy to make the piece a bit more durable.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Whether or not an antique gold finish is real gold or not depends on the item in question. Often, things said to have an "antique gold finish" simply have a gold-toned finish. However, in some cases, the finish may be real gold plating. On 1stDibs, find a large collection of gold decorative objects and jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022To tell if jewelry is antique gold, take it to a licensed appraiser experienced in evaluating jewelry. It is difficult to identify jewelry materials using only the naked eye and online resources. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of expertly vetted gold jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertAugust 29, 2024To tell if antique jewelry is real gold, you can first perform a simple home test. Position a magnet near the jewelry. Since gold isn't naturally magnetic, the attraction between the magnet and your piece usually indicates that your jewelry is, at most, gold-plated or crafted out of an entirely different metal. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable jeweler can also help you determine what your antique jewelry is made of. Shop a diverse assortment of antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.