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Yellow Gold & Rose Gold Vintage Bow Brooch - 14k Ribbon Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Vintage Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k Rose Gold Style: Brooch Fastening Type: Hinged
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Aquamarine and Gold Brooch set in 14k Rose Gold
Located in Tampa, FL
Vintage Aquamarine and 14k Rose Gold Brooch Add a touch of classic elegance to your collection with
Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Brooches

Materials

Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Enamel, Rose, White and Yellow Gold Goose Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive vintage 1970's enamel, 9 carat rose, white and yellow gold bird brooch in the form of
Category

Vintage 1970s English Brooches

Materials

9k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Vintage Rose Cut Diamond Lizard Brooch in Enamel and 10 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Add a whimsical touch of charm to your jewelry collection with this exquisite vintage lizard brooch
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 10k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

14K Rose Gold Vintage Ruby, Sapphire, and Diamond Brooch 78.5g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14k rose gold brooch with diamonds, sapphires, and rubies. The brooch tests 59.5% gold and weighs
Category

Mid-20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Cameo, Garnets, Diamonds, Rose Gold and Silver Vintage Brooch/Pendant
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Vintage brooch/pendant in 9k rose gold and silver structure, mounted with a big cameo finely carved
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Vintage 24.92 Carat High Zircon and 14k Rose Gold Spray Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A fine and impressive vintage 24.92 carat high zircon and 14 karat rose gold bar brooch; part of
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Zircon, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Diamond Set Bow Brooch 14 Karat Yellow White Rose Gold
Located in London, GB
A vintage diamond set bow brooch in 14 karat yellow, white and rose gold, circa 1960 This
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Vintage Retro 14k Rose Gold Amethyst Large Ribbon Bow Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
- 11.9x10mm (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Rose Gold Weight: 15.2 Grams Overall Width: 49.2mm (1.9") (east to
Category

20th Century Retro Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Diamond & Sapphire Bonnet & Ribbon Brooch in 18K Rose & Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
1940's Diamond and Sapphire Bonnet (Hat) and Ribbon Brooch crafted in 18K Rose and Yellow Gold
Category

Vintage 1940s European Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Edwardian 18k Yellow Gold European and Rose Cut Diamond Brooch 1.15cts.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage Edwardian 18k yellow Gold European and Rose Cut Diamond Brooch Specifications: main
Category

Early 20th Century American Edwardian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Citrine Ribbon Design Brooch, 14 Karat Yellow & Rose Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This gorgeous Tiffany & Co. vintage ribbon design brooch exudes classic elegance and timeless charm
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Citrine, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Georgian Revival 14k Gold 5ctw Rose Cut Diamond Flower Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- Numerous Natural Genuine Diamonds - Rose Cut - Prong, Pave & Bezel Set Total Carat
Category

Antique 19th Century Georgian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Cartier Vintage Tri-Color Yellow White Rose Gold Fisherman Brooch
By Cartier
Located in Greenwich, CT
Gone fishing! This vintage Cartier tri-color yellow, white and rose 14 karat gold fisherman brooch
Category

Vintage 1930s American Modernist Brooches

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Rose Gold Shell Art Deco Convertible Brooch/Pendant - 10k 10k Cameo Vintage Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Art Deco Date: 1920s - 1930s Metal Content: 10k Rose Gold & 10k Yellow Gold Stone
Category

Vintage 1920s Brooches

Materials

10k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Circa 1970s 18k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Leaf Style Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
H-I-J color and s1-s2-s3 clarity. Acid tested to be 18k real gold. Please contact for any questions.
Category

Vintage 1970s European Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Original Circa 1960s 8k Gold Natural Rose Cut Diamond Flowers Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight 27.1 grams. Totally about 6.70 carat diamond. The diamond has S1-S2-S3-Pique1 clarity and G-H-I-J color. Please contact for any questions.
Category

Vintage 1960s Turkish Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold

Vintage 18k Gold Circa 1980s Natural Rose Cut Diamond Vıolın Enamel Brooch
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
tested to be 18k real gold. The diamond is has G-H-I color and s1-s2 clarity. Please contact for any
Category

Vintage 1980s European Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel

Vintage unsigned rose gold tone jelly belly fish brooch
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • unsigned • gold tone with glass stones • vintage designer brooch MEASUREMENTS • 2.5
Category

20th Century Unknown Brooches

Large Vintage 18k Gold GIA Carved Oxblood Coral Rose Flower Detailed Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
This large and very well-made vintage pin brooch was crafted from solid 18k yellow gold. It
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Brooches

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Retro Rose Gold & Platinum 3.84ct Diamond and Ruby Bow Ribbon Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
.) Total Carat Weight: 3.84 (approx.) Material: Solid 14k Rose Gold w/ Platinum Top Weight: 16.7 Grams
Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

Tiffany & Co Diamond Rose Flower Brooch Pin Vintage 18K Gold
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
This authentic Tiffany & Co brooch is finely crafted in solid 18K Yellow and White Gold in the
Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage natural rose cut diamonds real pearl bow brooch with 18K gold plating
Located in Delhi, DL
This is a beautiful sterling silver handmade diamond brooch. This brooch consists of : Diamond
Category

1990s Indian Artisan Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sterling Silver, Gold Plate

Van Cleef & Arpels 1965 Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Coral Rose Brooch
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite vintage brooch by Van Cleef & Arpels, crafted in 1965, is a timeless piece in the
Category

20th Century French Modern Brooches

Materials

Turquoise, Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

French Vintage Brooch Wild Rose Clip Pin 18k Gold Estate Jewelry
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
floral design brooches. It’s a three-dimensional 18k gold Wild Rose brooch. This colorful French flower
Category

Vintage 1960s French Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage GIA No Dye Carved Rose Coral Pin Brooch w/ 18k Gold Textured Leaf Frame
Located in Montclair, NJ
This large and very well-made vintage brooch was crafted from solid 18k yellow gold. It features a
Category

Vintage 1970s Brooches

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold

Large Vintage Yellow Gold Carved Like Rose Flower Jade Pin Brooch Pendant
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (1) Natural Genuine Jade - Oval Shape - Carved Rose Flower Shape - Multi Prong Set
Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Jade, Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage SORET Retro 14K Two Tone Rose Green Gold Amethyst Brooch US
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage SORET Retro, circa 1940s, 14K Two Tone Rose Green Gold Amethyst Brooch Signed; 'SORET
Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Camellia Crystal Layer Rose Gold Flower Pin Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Camellia Crystal Layer Rose Flower Pin Brooch, Gold Tone Very
Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage 14k Gold Caron La Fetedes Roses French Perfume Parfum Bottle Brooch
Located in Sausalito, CA
This exquisite and rare 14k yellow gold brooch is a remarkable piece that closely resembles the
Category

Vintage 1950s European Art Deco Brooches

Materials

14k Gold

Vintage Fancy Gray Diamond Rose Brooch in 18k Blackened White Gold, 8.80 Carats
By Assor Gioielli
Located in Honolulu, HI
Gorgeous vintage diamond rose brooch in 18K white. This is a stunning brooch of a rose covered in
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Rhodium

Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Rose Brooch by David E. Trabich
Located in beverly hills, CA
The perfect rose. This beautifully rendered brooch features a softly shimmering textured and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

Christian Dior GROSSE 1961 Vintage Large 3D Vivid Rose Blossom Leaf Gold Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1961 Vintage Large 3D Vivid Rose Flower Blossom Leaf Stem Brooch, Gold Tone
Category

Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Large Vintage 18K & Platinum Diamond Rose Flower Brooch 13ctw
Located in Winter Springs, FL
A stunning vintage brooch handmade in 18K and platinum set with approximately 13cttw in G-J color
Category

Mid-20th Century Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

14 Karat Yellow Gold Rose Cameo Brooch Pendant
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Rose Cameo Brooch Pendant The beautiful pendant depicts a classical
Category

20th Century Brooches

Materials

Yellow Gold

Vintage Tiffany & Co. Pink & Yellow Gold Flower Pin Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Baltimore, MD
Vintage Tiffany & Co. Pink & Yellow Gold Flower Pin Brooch Metal: 14k pink & yellow gold Weight
Category

Mid-20th Century American Brooches

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Star Set Rose Cut Diamond Brooch & Pendant 15 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
Our star set diamond brooch and pendant is a delightful piece of vintage joy, we have named her
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Late Victorian Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold

Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Vivid Layer Rose Crystals Flower Interlink Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior Vintage 1980s Vivid Layer Rose Crystals Flower Interlink Brooch, Gold Tone Very
Category

Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Circa 1980s Emerald Freeform Heart Brooch 18 Carat Gold
Located in Hamilton, AU
A whimsical dance of 9 carat and 18 carat gold brings this darling brooch to life. Strands
Category

20th Century Unknown Modern Brooches

Materials

Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

HAND CARVED ANGEL SKIN CORAL OPEN ROSE BROOCH - VINTAGE CIRCA 1960 14K YG and WG
Located in New York, NY
A WONDERFUL HAND MADE VINTAGE CIRCA 1960 14KARAT YELLOW AND WHITE GOLD BROOCH MOUNTED WITH A FINELY
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Brooches

Materials

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

Graziano Princess Diana 1997 England Rose Brooch, Enamel, Gold-Plated
By R.J. Graziano
Located in Milford, DE
A stunning Graziano flower brooch - Princess Diana's 1997 England Rose, decorated with green and
Category

1990s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Crystal, Gold Plate, Enamel

Vintage Platinum 14 Karat Rose Gold Airplane Propeller Stickpin
Located in Philadelphia, PA
airplane's front Centering rose gold airplane propellers; intersecting with frame Tested as platinum and 14
Category

Late 20th Century Contemporary Brooches

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

Christian Lacroix Vintage Noel 1998 Large Openwork Pearls Face Mask Rose Brooch
By Christian Lacroix
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Lacroix Vintage Noel 1998 Baroque Large Openwork Pearls Face Mask Roses Flower Modernist
Category

1990s French Baroque Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large 3D Textured Vivid Floral Rose Blossom Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1970s Vintage Large 3D Textured Vivid Floral Rose Blossom Brooch, Gold Tone Very
Category

Vintage 1970s German Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior GROSSE 1961 Vintage Sculpted 3D Vivid Rose Flower Leaf Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1961 Vintage Sculpted 3D Vivid Rose Flower Leaf Brooch, Gold Tone Very
Category

Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior GROSSE 1967 Vintage Textured Vivid 3D Flower Rose Leaf Brooch
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1967 Vintage Unisex Textured Vivid 3D Flower Rose Leaf Elegant Modernist
Category

Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage 18KT White Gold Art Deco Synthetic Ruby And Diamond Brooch
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite brooch features a stunning 2.80CT-TW of rose cut diamonds, adding a touch of
Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold

Christian Dior 1969 Vintage 3D Large Vivid Flourish Blossom Flower Rose Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior 1969 Vintage 3D Large Vivid Flourish Blossom Flower Rose Brooch, Gold Tone Very
Category

Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Christian Dior 1964 Vintage Large Sculpted 3D Vivid Rose Flower Blossom Brooch
By Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
. A unique piece. This is gold plated stylised brooch. Safety-catch pin closure. Size: 5.5 cm x 6.5
Category

Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Brooches

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage 1940s 1.16 Carat Diamond and Ruby 18k Yellow Gold Bird Brooch
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
fine and impressive vintage brooch has been crafted in 18k yellow gold with 18k white gold settings
Category

Vintage 1940s Unknown Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Tourmaline Vintage Wild Pansy Solitaire Brooch 14k .60ct Flower Pin
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Vintage Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k Rose Gold Stone Information Natural Tourmaline
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Brooches

Materials

Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18ct Gold Diamond and Ruby Floral Ribbon Brooch, Circa 1950's
Located in London, GB
This original 1950's yellow gold vintage ribbon brooch is beautifully decorated with a rose gold
Category

Vintage 1950s Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro 1.46 CTW Diamond 14 Karat Tri-Gold Vintage Daisy Flower Brooch
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a dimensional daisy flower with fluted rose gold petals With a grooved yellow gold stem
Category

Vintage 1940s Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Floral 0.50 Carat Ruby Dust Design on Leafs Brooch Pin 18k Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Vintage Floral 0.50 Carat Ruby Brooch Pin 18k Gold. This brooch really speaks for itself with the
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Vintage 1960s Brooches

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Carved Coral and Seed Pearl Antique Gold Brooch Pin Pendant Necklace
Located in Montreal, QC
Portrait, accented by Seed Pearls and Pearl set dangling drops. 14K Rose Gold mounting. Rendered with
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Brooches

Materials

Coral, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Multi-Gemstone and Yellow Gold 'Cart' Brooch by Alabaster and Wilson
By Alabaster and Wilson
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
fine and impressive vintage cart brooch has been crafted in 9k yellow, white and rose gold. The brooch
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Vintage 1960s British Brooches

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Ruby, Tourmaline, Multi-gemstone, 9k Gold, Rose Gold,...

6.79 Carat Tourmaline Diamond 18 Karat Gold Bird Vintage Style Pendant Brooch
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
A stunning brooch set in 6.79 carats tourmaline, .04 carats sapphire and 2.28 carats of sparkling
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Artisan Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Retro Tiffany & Co. 14k Gold Ruby & Diamond Bow Ribbon Pin Brooch
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Montclair, NJ
(3) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Single Cut - Pave Set Material: 14k Solid Rose, Yellow & White Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Cartier 18 Karat Gold Tritone Rope Twist Diamond Vintage 2 Inch Brooch #145124
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the exquisite Vintage Cartier 18 Karat Gold Tritone Rope Twist Design Diamond Brooch
Category

Mid-20th Century French Modernist Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Vintage European 18k Gold Platinum 1.3ct Diamond Bead Open Work Pin Brooch
Located in Montclair, NJ
Here we have a gorgeous retro vintage European brooch that was crafted from solid 18k gold and
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Vintage 1940s Retro Brooches

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Platinum

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Vintage Rose Gold Brooch For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate vintage rose gold brooch for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Rose Gold and Yellow Gold. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Making the right choice when shopping for a vintage rose gold brooch may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic vintage rose gold brooch over the years, but those made by Tiffany & Co., Van Cleef & Arpels and Buccellati are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any vintage rose gold brooch from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 17 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A rose cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also round cut and brilliant cut versions for sale. There aren’t many items for men if you’re seeking a vintage rose gold brooch, as most of the options available are for women and unisex.

How Much is a Vintage Rose Gold Brooch?

Prices for a vintage rose gold brooch can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $48 and can go as high as $17,500, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,995.

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.