Cameo Jewelry Intaglio
Late 20th Century Choker Necklaces
Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century European Etruscan Revival Brooches
Vintage 1930s Unknown Victorian Brooches
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Antique 19th Century Unknown Victorian Pendant Necklaces
Gold, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 19th Century Italian Georgian Signet Rings
Agate, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Italian Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces
Pearl, Tourmaline, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings
Citrine, Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980s Clip-on Earrings
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Charm Bracelets
Bronze
20th Century American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Carnelian, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Beaded Necklaces
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Brooches
20th Century American Contemporary Clip-on Earrings
Blue Sapphire, Emerald, Pearl, Rock Crystal, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical More Bracelets
Cultured Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical More Bracelets
Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
Antique Late 19th Century European Loose Gemstones
Sterling Silver
20th Century American Brooches
Citrine, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Dangle Earrings
Sterling Silver, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Cufflinks
Agate, Sterling Silver
Antique 1880s Unknown More Rings
Onyx, 14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Beaded Bracelets
Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Dangle Earrings
Early 20th Century American Neoclassical Beaded Necklaces
Sapphire, Turquoise, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Choker Necklaces
Pearl, Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Cuff Bracelets
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Beaded Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Beaded Necklaces
Moonstone, Cultured Pearl, Gold Plate
Mid-20th Century Modern Cocktail Rings
Quartz, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Unknown Classical Greek Signet Rings
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 19th Century French High Victorian Signet Rings
Agate, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Italian Classical Roman Band Rings
14k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Neoclassical Dangle Earrings
Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Dangle Earrings
Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Victorian Cuff Bracelets
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Byzantine Charm Bracelets
Sterling Silver, Vermeil
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Beaded Necklaces
Freshwater Pearl, Vermeil, Sterling Silver
Antique 1880s Unknown Victorian Brooches
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Neoclassical Multi-Strand Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver, Vermeil
Vintage 1960s American Modern Cuff Bracelets
Antique 1890s British Victorian Signet Rings
Opal, Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century American Edwardian Drop Necklaces
Citrine, Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1960s American Multi-Strand Necklaces
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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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- 1stDibs ExpertOctober 7, 2024The difference between a cameo and an intaglio is the texture of the carving. Both terms describe gemstones that have been carved, but the detailing differs. On a cameo, the decorative image protrudes from the gemstone's surface because the artisan cut away material. With an intaglio, the artisan instead cuts into the stone, creating a recessed design. On 1stDibs, shop a range of cameo and intaglio jewelry.
- What is intaglio jewelry?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Intaglio jewelry is jewelry that features a central stone on which an artisan carves artwork on the back. This creates a recessed image when a viewer examines the jewelry from the front. It differs from the raised reliefs on cameo jewelry. Shop a range of intaglio jewelry on 1stDibs.
- What era is cameo jewelry from?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022Cameo jewelry is usually associated with the Victorian era. However, the jewelry style dates back to ancient times when the Romans wore jewelry that showed faces in bas-relief. During the 19th-century, cameo jewelry saw another surge in popularity due to renewed interest in classical art and architecture. On 1stDibs, shop a selection of cameo jewelry.
- Is cameo jewelry worth anything?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024Yes, some cameo jewelry is worth something. Generally, genuine Victorian cameos that feature shells or precious stones are the pieces worth the most. The maker, age, style and type will also affect the value. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can inspect your jewelry and give you an estimated valuation. Find a wide range of cameo jewelry on 1stDibs.