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Nina Zhou Pear Blue Moonstone Gold Drop Earrings
By Nina Zhou
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
Delve into the captivating elegance of Nina Zhou's Pear Blue Moonstone Line Drop Earrings
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Gold

Blue Moonstone Tsavarite 18 Karat Rose Gold Huge Cocktail Ring
By Sofragem
Located in Miami, FL
This dazzling 26.74 carat blue moonstone is the centerpiece of this premium 18 karat rose gold ring
Category

2010s Dome Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Tsavorite, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Trifari Blue Moonstone, Ruby and Enamel Deco Bracelet, Alfred Phillipe
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Rare and collectible Trifari Blue Moonstone Ruby and Enamel Deco Bracelet by Alfred Phillipe. 2
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Rhodium, Enamel

Nina Zhou Pear Blue Moonstone Diamond Gold Drop Earrings
By Nina Zhou
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
Nina Zhou's Pear Blue Moonstone Diamond Line Drop Earrings in 14k Yellow Gold are a masterpiece of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Drop Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold

Kaunis Koru Finnish Modernist Sterling Silver Blue Moonstone Cuff Bracelet
By Kaunis Koru
Located in Palm Springs, CA
Sterling silver bracelet with high domed blue moonstone by Kaunis Koru of Finland, circa 1960s
Category

Vintage 1960s Finnish Modernist Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Moonstone, Sterling Silver

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Triple Blue Moonstone Drops
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim's 18k Gold Triple Blue Moonstone Drops for hoops are handcrafted and one-of-a-kind. With
Category

2010s American Contemporary Drop Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold

Milky Blue Moonstone Rondel Beaded Necklace with 18 Carat White Gold Clasp
Located in Kirschweiler, DE
This Natural Milky Blue Moonstone Rondel Beaded Necklace with 18 Carat White Gold Clasp is totally
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Arts and Crafts Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Ceylon Blue Moonstone Daisy Cocktail Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Take a walk on the glamorous side with this Faye Kim Ceylon Blue Moonstone Daisy ring. Known for
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Moonstone, 18k Gold, Gold

Blue Moonstone Rondel Beaded Necklace with 18 Carat White Gold Discs & Clasp
Located in Kirschweiler, DE
This Natural Blue Moonstone Rondel Beaded Necklace with 18 Carat White Gold is totally handmade
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Arts and Crafts Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Blue Moonstone Rondel Beaded Necklace with 18 Carat White Gold Sapphire Clasp
Located in Kirschweiler, DE
This Natural Blue Moonstone Rondel Beaded Necklace with 18 Carat White Gold Sapphire clasp is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Arts and Crafts Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Modern Gold 7.25 Carat Natural Blue Moonstone & Colorless Diamond Cocktail Ring
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A rare 6 carat (appx) blue moonstone feldspar, horizontally set in a cocktail ring. The center
Category

2010s North American Modern Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold

Faye Kim 18k Gold Blue Moonstone and Mozambique Aquamarine Daisy Cocktail Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
One of a Kind and Unique, Faye Kim's Ceylon Blue Moonstone Daisy Ring features a beautiful deep
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Aquamarine, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Blue Moonstone Cushion Bezel Ring - 3.72 cts
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim has bezel-set this mesmerizing cushion-cut blue moonstone, with its bluish, milky color
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Blue Moonstone Cushion Bezel Ring - 2.82 cts
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Faye Kim has bezel-set this mesmerizing cushion-cut blue moonstone, with its bluish, milky color
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold

White Diamond Blue Moonstone Gold Starstruck Ring, Joke Quick
By Joke Quick
Located in Dallas, TX
brilliant-cut white diamonds and accented with six blue moonstone cabochons, all mounted in a curved
Category

2010s Danish Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Multi-gemstone, Moonstone, White Diamond, Diamond, Gold, Mixed Metal, St...

Extraordinary 30.00 Ct Blue Moonstone Gemset Fancy Cat Brooch 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
and spectacular Sri Lanka origin natural Blue Moonstone prizing high quality and lovely chatoiancy
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Ruby, Cat’s Eye, 18k Gold

Blue Moonstone Diamond Pear Statement Ring
By Jaipur Atelier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A 2.80 Karats pear shaped Moonstone with shimmering iridescent icy blue hues and beautiful ribbons
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Silver

Kai Nora Blue Moonstone Eternity Band
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
band of serene, moonlit glow. The solid gold band enhances the delicate blue sheen of the moonstones
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Moonstone, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

1.70 Carat Blue Moonstone Diamond Yellow Gold Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
Moonstone and diamond earrings. 2 oval cabochon moonstone in handmade 18k yellow gold textured
Category

21st Century and Contemporary More Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 5.54ctw Blue Moonstone Diamond Sapphire Platinum Dinner Ring, C. 1920
Located in New York, NY
1920s Antique Dazzling Art Deco 5.54ctw Blue Moonstone Diamond Sapphire Platinum Dinner Ring The
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Sapphire, Platinum

Blue Moonstone Cabochon Silver Ivy Ring Fine jewelry gift anniversary
By Alexey Gabilo
Located in Berlin, DE
Natural Moonstone Blue Adularia ring in blackened silver Moonstone origin - Tanzania Moonstone
Category

2010s German Artisan Cocktail Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Silver, Sterling Silver

18k Yellow Gold 2.78ct Blue Moonstone Nugget Dual Textured Elongated Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s) -- (1) Natural Genuine Moonstone - Round Cabochon Cut - Multi-Prong Set - Blue Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Ruby, Spinel, Yellow Gold

Raymond Yard Platinum & Gold Blue Moonstone 3.40ctw Diamond Long Dangle Earrings
By Yard
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (4) Natural Genuine Moonstones - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Clear Base w/ Blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

New Custom 14k White Gold Blue Moonstone Diamond Teardrop Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Moonstone - Pear Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Blue Color - 14x8.5mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Victorian Yellow Gold Garnet Blue Moonstone Circle Target Link Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
(approx. each) (1) Natural Genuine Moonstone- Round Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Blue Color - 6.6mm (approx
Category

Antique 19th Century Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

Garnet, Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Carved Emerald Center On Floral Pave Diamond And Blue Moonstone Cuff
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"14kt gold:17.13g, Diamond:6.08ct, Silver:69.11gm, Emerald:68.19ct, Moonstone:16.62ct"
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Moonstone, 14k Gold, Silver, Gold

14k White Gold 3.54ctw Gorgeous Oval Cabochon Cut Blue Moonstone & Diamonds Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s) -- (1) Natural Genuine Moonstone - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Blue Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, White Gold

New Solid 14k White Gold 3.1ctw Oval Blue Moonstone Diamond Halo Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
-- Stone(s) -- (1) Natural Genuine Moonstone - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Blue Color
Category

2010s American Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, White Gold

New 14k Yellow Gold 9.92ctw Oval Cabochon Cut Blue Moonstone Stud Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (2) Natural Genuine Moonstones - Oval Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Blue - 8.9x7.1mm
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Stud Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphire & Blue Moonstone Tassel Earring with Diamonds Made in 18k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18kt gold:2.44g, Diamond:3.27ct Silver:6.66g Sapphire:82.45Cts, Moonstone Blue:0.5Cts"
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Dangle Earrings

Materials

Sapphire, Moonstone, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

18k White Gold 5.02ctw Cushion Blue Moonstone w/ Diamond Halo Pendant Necklace
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Moonstone - Cushion Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Blue Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Kai Fortune Rainbow Blue Moonstone Fire Opal Diamond Toi et Moi Ring
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
story. 14K Solid Gold 6 x 8 mm Natural Moonstone|Rainbow Blue|Oval|Eye Clean Moonstone CTW: 1.20 7 x 9
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Fire Opal, Opal, Moonstone, Diamond, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Pear Shaped Blue Moonstone Ring with Diamond Halo
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
This beautiful Moonstone Bezel Ring is full of light and reflects beautiful translucent blue hues
Category

2010s American Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold

NEW Custom Made 14k Yellow Gold Round Blue Moonstone Diamond Halo Stud Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (2) Natural Genuine Moonstone - Round Cabochon - Prong Set - White Color w/ Blue Sheen
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Stud Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Moonstone Stud Earrings with Diamond Granulation
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Triple Blue Moonstone earrings in 18k gold by Faye Kim. Set with a diamond accent and matte
Category

2010s American Contemporary Stud Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Sunita Nahata Tanzanite 1.72ct. Cocktail Ring in 14KWG with Moonstone & Diamond
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
uniquely pairs tanzanites with blue moonstones. The banded design makes the a striking yet subtle cocktail
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Moonstone, Tanzanite, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Scandanavian Art Nouveau Moonstone Brooch
Located in New York, NY
raised floriform patterning and set with 5 blue moonstone cabochons. 1900 Scandanavian. Signed "H.F, 830S
Category

Vintage 1910s Danish Art Nouveau Brooches

Materials

Moonstone, Sterling Silver

Steven Battelle 42.5 Carats Rainbow Moonstone Blue Sapphire Ring 18k Gold
Located in Soquel, CA
blue moonstone cabochon and a carat of trillium faceted blue sapphires set in a handmade ancient
Category

2010s Indonesian Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Rainbow Moonstone, Moonstone, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Ceylon Moonstone Daisy Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
Beauty and comfort come together in Faye Kim's 18 Karat Gold Ceylon Blue Moonstone Daisy Ring
Category

2010s American Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold

Faye Kim 18 Karat Gold Cushion Cut Moonstone Ring
By Faye Kim
Located in Darien, CT
matte gold enhances the moonstones glowing effect. Blue Moonstone = 2.76 carats, 10mm x 11mm Size 7
Category

2010s American Contemporary Dome Rings

Materials

Moonstone, 18k Gold, Gold

Sunita Nahata Floral Sapphire Tourmaline Moonstone & Diamond Earring in 18KYG
By Sunita Nahata
Located in Hong Kong, HK
. Blue Moonstone: 4.74 carats, pear shape biolette, 10 pieces. White Pearl: 0.33 carats, ball shape, 6
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Pearl, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...

Kai Fortune Aquamarine Moonstone Diamond Toi et Moi Ring
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
Kai 14K Gold Natural Blue Moonstone and Aquamarine Cocktail Ring is a striking combination of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Moonstone, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow ...

Alfred Philippe for Trifari Moonstone and Ruby Cabochon Clip Brooch
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Lovley Trifari 'Alfred Philippe' blue moonstone and ruby cabochon clip brooch with dark magenta
Category

Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Rhodium, Base Metal, Enamel

Moonstone Garnet Halo Gold Dangle Earrings
Located in Stamford, CT
halo of 36 round garnets in 14k yellow gold. 2 blue round Moonstones 7.3mm 2 oval blue Moonstones (1
Category

Mid-20th Century Dangle Earrings

Materials

Garnet, Moonstone, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold

DD David & Delucchi Gioielli Diamond & Moonstone Cocktail Ring 18K White Gold
Located in New York, NY
round shape Blue Moonstone weighing 2.00 carats with prong set round brilliant cut natural diamonds
Category

2010s Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, White Gold

Peter Suchy 5.60 Carat Moonstone Sapphire Quartz Dangle Drop Earrings
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
clear iridescent blue moonstones, VS approx. 5.60cts 2 round royal blue sapphires, VS approx. 1.31cts 2
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Dangle Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, Quartz, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Moonstone and Compass Rose Pendant c1960s 18k American
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, American. This unique talisman features four lustrous blue moonstones and a gold
Category

Vintage 1960s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

New 14k White Gold 3.54ctw Round Cabochon Blue Prong Set Moonstone Stud Earrings
Located in Montclair, NJ
Genuine Moonstones - Round Cabochon Cut - Prong Set - Clear Base w/ Blue Hue & Natural Inclusions - 8.7mm
Category

2010s American Stud Earrings

Materials

Moonstone, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Retro Gold & Platinum Custom Cut Moonstone 0.70ctw Old Diamond Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (1) Natural Genuine Blue Moonstone- Custom Cabochon Cut - Milgrain Bezel Set - Blue
Category

20th Century Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

10mm Chalcedony and Moonstone Bead Necklace with Yellow Gold Accents
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This pretty necklace pairs lovely, translucent 10mm blue chalcedony beads with adularescent blue
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Chalcedony, Moonstone, Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow ...

Leto Lama Moonstone Heart Cigar Ring with Sapphires 18 Ct Gold
Located in London, GB
Introducing a unique 18 Ct Gold handcrafted cigar ring featuring a stunning Blue moonstone heart
Category

21st Century and Contemporary British Rococo Cocktail Rings

Materials

Moonstone, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Moonstone Cabochon Diamond 14K Yellow and White Gold Ring
Located in Munich, Bavaria
there is an intense blue moonstone cabochon in a setting with four claws that form the corners of an
Category

Vintage 1970s Post-War Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, 14k Gold, White Gold

Moonstone Gold Bracelet Magic Blue Shimmer Cabochon Clear Gems Unisex
Located in Berlin, DE
18K yellow gold bracelet with fine quality blue Moonstones moonstone origin - Burma stone
Category

2010s German Artisan Modern Bracelets

Materials

Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Art Deco Moonstone Bracelet 14k Yellow Gold 7" Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
rainbow blue moonstones are bezel set and uniform in size. The Art Deco era was a bold expression of
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Moonstone, Rainbow Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Peter Suchy 5.4 Carat Oval Moonstone Diamond White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Peter Suchy
Located in Stamford, CT
Wonderful hazy blue tint 5.40 carat natural moonstone and diamond pendant necklace. 5.40ct oval
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Miriam Haskell Intricate Multi Strand Necklace
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell multi strand faux white and blue moonstone pate de verre bead necklace. Russian gilt
Category

Vintage 1940s American Beaded Necklaces

Materials

Gilt Metal

Nina Zhou Aquamarine Moonstone Sapphire Diamond Flower Blossom Cocktail Ring
By Nina Zhou
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
Aquamarine|Sky-Blue Aquamarine CTW: 3.20 5 Pieces 4x6mm Natural Moonstone|Blue Moonstone CTW: 1.80 5 Pieces
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Moonstone, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Nina Zhou Aquamarine Moonstone Sapphire Diamond Flower Blossom Ring in 18k Gold
By Nina Zhou
Located in Rowland Heights, CA
that shimmer in light blue hues, evoking the serene beauty of the sea. Surrounding these are moonstones
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Aquamarine, Diamond, Moonstone, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Trifari Art Deco Tutti Frutti Link Bracelet, Alfred Philippe
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in New York, NY
Trifari by Alfred Philippe, Art Deco bracelet with faux blue moonstone and opal "fruits" set into a
Category

Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Gilt Metal

Shooting Star Pendant Necklace in Sterling with Gemstones
By Martha Seely
Located in Carlisle, MA
. There are two - 2.2 mm white round topaz, or blue topaz or blue moonstone and one, 2.5mm white round
Category

2010s American Contemporary Drop Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, Sapphire, Topaz, Silver, Sterling Silver

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Blue Moonstone For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact blue moonstone you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold. You can easily find a 147 antique edition and 190 modern creations to choose from as well. If you’re looking for a blue moonstone from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 19th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic blue moonstone over the years, but those made by Faye Kim, Karen Sugarman Designs and Temple St. Clair are often thought to be among the most beautiful. Today, if you’re looking for a cabochon version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes round cut and oval cut alternatives. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a blue moonstone, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Blue Moonstone?

On average, a blue moonstone at 1stDibs sells for $3,430, while they’re typically $95 on the low end and $50,000 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.