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Antique Art Deco 14K White Gold Art Carved Engraved Wedding Band
By Art Carved
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K White Gold Art Carved Engraved Wedding Band. This gorgeous wedding
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

White Gold

14K GOLD Two Tone Design BAND RING Size 5 Floral Pattern Marked Art Carved 1930s
By Art Carved
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14K GOLD Two Tone Design BAND RING Size 5 Floral Pattern Marked Art Carved J R Wood Marked Art
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

14k Gold

Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Art Carved Wedding Band - Size 7 1/4
By Art Carved
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Antique Art Deco 14K Yellow Gold Art Carved Wedding Band - Size 7 1/4. This beautiful Art
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Carved 1.11 Carat Diamond Platinum Wedding Band Ring
By Art Carved
Located in Stamford, CT
Art carved white gold ring. 11 round cut diamonds set in a platinum wedding band setting. 11
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 14K Gold Two Tone Design Band Ring Floral Pattern Marked
By Art Carved
Located in Los Angeles, CA
14K GOLD Two Tone Design BAND RING Size 5 Floral Pattern Marked Art Carved J R Wood Marked Art
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage Retro Art Carved 14K Two Tone Diamond Star Set Wide Wedding Band Size 7
By Art Carved
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Retro Art Carved 14K Two Tone Diamond Star Set Wide Wedding Band Size 7. This
Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Wedding Rings

Materials

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

21st Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring Romain Head Carved
By Vicente Gracia Art Jewellery
Located in Valencia, ES
21st Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring Romain Head Carved This exquisite 18k yellow gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Crystal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Nouveau Style Carved Red Carnelian Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Carved Red Carnelian. This Ring is inspired by Art Nouveau. This Ring is available also in 9 or 18K
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Art Deco Carved Bloodstone Cocktail Ring 14K White Gold
Located in Montgomery, AL
We are loving this highly unique vintage beauty!! Ring Details Material: 14K White Gold Era: Art
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Nouveau Style Carved Green Carnelian Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Carved Green Carnelian. This Ring is inspired by Art Nouveau. This Ring is available also in 9 or 18K
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Ruby-Toned 14k Gold Plated Carved Detail Cocktail Ring
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Make a statement with this exquisite Art Deco Ruby-Toned 14k Gold Plated Carved Detail Cocktail
Category

Early 20th Century Cocktail Rings

5.00 Carat Moon Face Carved Moonstone Vintage Art Deco Gold Ring
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Art Deco Solitaire Carved Moon Face Moonstone Vintage Solitaire Gold
Category

Mid-20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

ARTCARVED 14k Gold Diamond Ring. Art carved square cathedral engagement ring.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
: Gold Adjustable Style: Art deco Beautiful vintage ring that is rare to find. Made by JR. Wood and
Category

Early 2000s Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Vintage Art Deco 10 Karat Yellow Gold Carved Shell Cameo Ring
Located in Addison, TX
This intricately carved shell cameo ring is as stunning as it is unique in 10 karat yellow gold
Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

10k Gold, Yellow Gold

ARTCARVED 10k Gold Natural Ruby Ring. Art carved marquise RUBY engagement ring.
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
Adjustable Style: Art deco Beautiful vintage ring that is rare to find. Made by JR. Wood and sons ARTCARVED
Category

Early 2000s Engagement Rings

Materials

10k Gold

Art Nouveau Style 4.20 Carats Carved Red Carnelian Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Carved Red Carnelian. This Ring is inspired by Art Nouveau. This Ring is available also in 9 or 18K
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Carnelian, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 14k Yellow and White Gold Band Ring, Art Carved, Ring Size 4.75
Located in McLeansville, NC
features a unique art carved design, adding a touch of elegance and sophistication. This ring has a size of
Category

Vintage 1960s Band Rings

Materials

14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Old Art Deco, Messika Faith Allah Carved Emerald 22k Yellow Gold Ring
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
Old Art Deco, Messika Faith Allah Carved Emerald 22K Yellow Gold Ring 22K Gold - 9.35 Gm Emerald
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Carved Cameo Cocktail Ring Antique Vintage Original 1930's 14K Gold
Located in Dearborn, MI
Genuine Original Antique from the 1930's Art Deco Carved Cameo Cocktail Ring Vintage 14K Gold
Category

Vintage 1930s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Carved Chalcedony Cushion Cab Blue Sapphire Gold Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
also in 14k solid Yellow Gold In 1978 our workshop started in Italy to make simple-chic Art Deco
Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Filigree Carved 10 Karat Two-Tone Gold Solitary Diamond Ring
Located in Addison, TX
This Art Deco solitaire is a fine example of a filigree solitaire engagement ring crafted in 10
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

Art Deco Style Carved Turquoise Blue Sapphire Cab Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic and elegant ring composed of an oval engraved Genuine Turquoise cabochon surmounted by a
Category

Early 2000s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Aquamarine Carved Ball Blue Sapphire Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic and elegant 14 K White Gold ring composed of an engraved Natural Aquamarine Ball measuring
Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Aquamarine, White Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Art Deco Style Carved Chalcedony Blue Sapphire Cab Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic and elegant ring composed of an oval engraved Chalcedony cabochon surmounted by a Blue
Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Chalcedony, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

14k Yellow Gold Hand Carved Art Deco Mother of Pearl Ring size 6.75
Located in Eagan, MN
This is a unique diamond ring. It has a hand carved Art Deco Mother of Pearl stone that was fitted
Category

2010s Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco 18K White Gold Diamond, Carved Green Onyx Scarab Amulet Ring
Located in New York, NY
Fine Art Deco period 18K white gold, diamond, carved green onyx scarab amulet ring Circa 1920 This
Category

Early 20th Century Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Carved Cushion Pink Opal Round Amethyst Cab Gold Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
also in 14k solid Yellow Gold In 1978 our workshop started in Italy to make simple-chic Art Deco
Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Opal, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Carved Black Onyx 14k Gold Ruby Cab Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic and elegant ring composed of an engraved Black Onyx Classic surmounted by an Oval Ruby
Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Ruby, Onyx, Diamond, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco Style Quartz Carved Ball Ruby 14k White Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic and elegant 14 K White Gold ring composed of an engraved Natural Satinated Quartz Ball
Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Quartz, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Carved Pink Opal Genuine Amethyst Cab Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic and elegant ring composed of an oval engraved Pink Opal oval cabochon surmounted by an
Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rose Quartz Pearl Flower Ring Antique Art Deco 14 Karat Gold Hand Carved
Located in New York, NY
This is a very special antique Art Deco Ring in the form of a Flower in gorgeous hand carved Rose
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Quartz, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

Art Deco Filigree Floral Carved 14 Karat Two Tone Gold Solitary Diamond Ring
Located in Addison, TX
This Art Deco solitaire is a fine example of a filigree solitaire engagement ring crafted in 14
Category

Vintage 1920s Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

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

INTAGLIO 1920 Art-Deco Signet Ring In Solid 18Kt Yellow Gold With Carved Agate
Located in Miami, FL
America during the art-deco period, between the 1915 and 1920. The ring has been masterfully crafted with
Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Signet Rings

Materials

Agate, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Yellow Gold Shell & Diamond Art Deco Ring - 14k Carved Cameo Silhouette Filigree
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Shell Cut: Carved Cameo Size: (approx
Category

Vintage 1920s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Carved Oval Amethyst Round Ruby Cab 14k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
in 14k solid Yellow Gold. In 1978 our workshop started in Italy to make simple-chic Art Deco style
Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Art Deco 14k Gold Oval Carved Amethyst Filigree Floral Ring w/ Bow Sides
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Amethyst - Carved Oval Cut - Prong Set - Transparent Medium
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold

Art Deco 11.82 Carat Carved Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
A beautiful, art-deco looking 11.82 carat oval shaped carved Zambian Emerald center stone cocktail
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Style Black Onyx Carved Ball Ruby 14k White Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic and elegant 14 K White Gold ring composed of an engraved Natural Black Onyx Ball measuring
Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 14kt yellow Gold Carved Hard Stone Ring
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
- Art Nouveau Transitional Period materials : 14kt solid gold carved stone Measurements : Can fit
Category

Early 20th Century Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Carved Jade and Black Onyx 14k White Gold Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Classic and elegant ring composed of an oval engraved Black Onyx cabochon surmounted by a stylized
Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Onyx, Jade, Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

Art Deco High Quality Zambian Carved Emerald and Diamond Ring
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
A beautiful Art & Deco High Quality Zambian Carved Emerald and Diamond Ring studeed in 18kt Yellow
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Gold

Art-Deco 8 Carat Carved Emerald and Diamond Cocktail Engagement Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
An art-deco inspired statement cocktail ring, with a 8 carat carved Zambian Emerald center stone
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Shell & Diamond Art Deco Ring 10k & 14k Carved Cameo .20ctw Vintage
Located in Greensboro, NC
& 10k White Gold (top) with 14k Yellow Gold (shank) Stone Information Natural Shell Cut: Carved Cameo
Category

Vintage 1920s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Certified Art Deco 11.46 Carat Carved Emerald Diamond Cocktail Engagement Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
This magnificent Emerald and Diamond cocktail ring is crafted in solid matte finish 18K yellow gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

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

Art Nouveau Carved Ivy Leaf & Grape 14 Kt Wide Band Ring
Located in Napoli, IT
This beautiful and quite unique antique band ring is Art Nouveau period 1905 circa Artful hand
Category

Early 20th Century European Art Nouveau Band Rings

Materials

14k Gold

10.99 Carat Carved Emerald and 18 Karat White Gold Ring
By Royaal Stones Ltd
Located in Bangkok, Thailand
Make a statement with this stunning, unisex, 10.99 carat carved Zambian Emerald centre stone ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Hong Kong Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Three Stone Old Cut Diamond Gold Carved Half Hoop Ring
Located in Firenze, IT
Set with a line of three old-cut diamonds weighing approximately 0.70 cts, scroll carved gallery
Category

Early 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Platinum

Art Nouveau extremely rare Carved Portrait of a Lady Flowing Hair Ring
Located in North Hollywood, CA
Helmet or hat. The body of the ring is carved in Gold with Flowing hair, this goes around the ring
Category

Antique Early 1900s British Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Coral, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold

Natural Untreated Jadeite Jade in 22K Carved Gold Solitaire Unisex Ring
Located in Miami, FL
Natural Grade A Jadeite Jade solitaire ring in a 22k carved gold bezel setting. Centering a natural
Category

2010s Asian Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Jade, Gold, 22k Gold

Carved Emerald Cocktail Ring With Diamonds In 18k Yellow Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT:10.081g,D:2.90ct, Emer:15.74ct,
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Set in 18K Gold, carved Aquamarines, Freshwater Pearls & Diamonds Cocktail Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the carved Aquamarine is 6.28 carats. The Aquamarine is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold

14K Yellow Gold Round Cut Ruby Cluster Rose Style Ring with Carved Gold Flowers
Located in Miami, FL
31 round-cut natural Rubies set in 5 symmetrical lines with separating carved gold flowers. A
Category

Early 2000s Art Nouveau Cluster Rings

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

ARTCARVED 14k Gold Diamond Band. Art carved engraved textured band. Jr Wood Art
Located in Port Charlotte, FL
color: Gold Adjustable Style: Art deco Beautiful vintage ring that is rare to find. Made by JR. Wood
Category

Early 2000s Band Rings

Materials

14k Gold

Unique Unisex Black Carved Horse 18 Karat Gold Tourmaline Onyx Signet Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Horse ring made in 18 Karat Yellow Gold and two Red cabochon round cut Rubellite, a unique Design Signet
Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Agate, Onyx, Rubelite, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold...

Emerald Cabochon Cocktail ring with hand carved aquamarine and diamonds in Gold
By Jay Rawat
Located in Jaipur, IN
diamonds on top. The ring is made in 14K yellow gold and is an interesting mix of colors. The weights of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Diamond and Hand Carved Tanzanite Melon Cocktail Ring Handcrafted in 18K Gold
Located in Jaipur, IN
A beautiful cocktail ring with a carved Tanzanite Bead in the centre with uncut diamonds all around
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tanzanite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Set in 18K Gold, carved Aquamarine & Rose Cut Diamonds Cocktail Engagement Ring
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Aquamarine Cocktail Ring set in 18K Yellow Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold

Unique Unisex Carved Horse Blue Agate 18 Karat Gold Indigo Blue Signet Ring
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection a perfectly hand carved Blue Agate ring is Handcrafted in yellow
Category

2010s Italian Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Agate, Iolite, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Genuine Turquoise Carved Ball Blue Sapphire Cab 14k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Sapphire cabochon of 8 mm. in diameter is mounted on top of a 14 Kt. yellow gold shank. In 1978
Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Genuine Turquoise Carved Ball Blue Sapphire Cab 14k Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
Blue Sapphire cabochon of 8 mm. in diameter is mounted on top of a 14 Kt. yellow gold shank. In 1978
Category

2010s Thai Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Gold Art Carved Rings For Sale on 1stDibs

Browse a vast assortment of gold art carved rings for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Silver and 24k Gold. Find a collection of 171 vintage versions or 61 modern creations for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century, has proven very popular over the years. There are many different pieces in our collection of gold art carved rings to choose from, but Art Deco and Art Nouveau gold art carved rings are of considerable interest. Intini Jewels, Royaal Stones Ltd and Art Carved each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Any of these pieces can lend versatility to your look, but Diamond versions, from our inventory of 74, are particularly popular. Today, if you’re looking for round cut gold art carved rings and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes mixed cut and old european cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men in our collection of gold art carved rings, as most of the options available are for women.

How Much are Gold Art Carved Rings?

On average, gold art carved rings at 1stDibs sell for $1,533, while they’re typically $248 on the low end and $47,290 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.