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Chanel Baroque Peridot Amethyst Pearl Yellow Gold Ring
By Chanel
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Chanel ring from the vibrant and opulent Baroque collection is crafted in 18k yellow
Category

1990s French Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Peridot, Yellow Gold

1.1ctw Amethyst & Pearl Navette Ring, 10k Yellow Gold, Ring Size 8
Located in McLeansville, NC
Stones: amethyst, 1 stone oval 8 x 6 mm approximately 1.1 total carats seed pearls, 6 stones round
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

French 1960s Amethyst Cultured Pearls 18 Karat Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Poitiers, FR
Ring in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. A lovely antique ring, it is set in the center
Category

Vintage 1960s French Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Pearl, Amethyst, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold Freeform Ring with Solitaire Amethyst and Pearl
Located in Manhasset, NY
14 Karat Yellow Gold Free Form Ring with Solitaire Amethyst and Pearl Size 9.5. Round amethyst and
Category

2010s Modern Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Amethyst Seed Pearl Cluster Ring
Located in Vilnius, Vilniaus apskr.
This is a Victorian cluster ring crafted in 18K yellow gold. Circa 1900. The piece features round
Category

Early 20th Century Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Beautiful Antique Large and Impressive Amethyst Pearl and Yellow Gold Ring
Located in Wheaton, IL
Absolutely beautiful antique impressive size amethyst pearl and 14kt yellow gold ring centrally set
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage German Pearl Tourmaline Amethyst and 14k Yellow Gold Dress Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
14 karat yellow gold dress ring; part of our dress rings collection. This fine and impressive
Category

Vintage 1940s German Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Tourmaline, Yellow Gold

1970s, 2.51 Carat Amethyst and Seed Pearl Yellow Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
pearl and amethyst ring has been crafted in 9k yellow gold. The ring features a central oval mixed cut
Category

Vintage 1970s English Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethyst Seed Pearl Ring Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage amethyst & seed pearl ring (circa 1950s to 1960s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 9ct Yellow Gold, Edwardian Round Amethyst & Seed Pearl Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Amethyst Ring 9ct Gold Circa 1910 Introducing a stunning Edwardian-era ring crafted in
Category

Early 20th Century English Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Oval Amethyst and Pearl Dome Ring Size 6.75 #15677
Located in Washington Depot, CT
14K Yellow Gold Oval Faceted Amethyst and Pearl Ring This beautiful ring is set in 14K yellow
Category

Late 20th Century Dome Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethyst and Pearl Vintage Style Cocktail Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Yellow Gold Ring Size: US 3-8 Total Gemstones Weight: 1.11 carat. (approx.) Total Gram Weight: 3.90 g
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18 K Yellow Gold Victorian Inspired Ring with Amethyst and Pearls
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
Romantic Vintage Ring in 18 K yellow Gold inspired by the Victorian era featuring an oval cut
Category

Vintage 1950s Unknown Victorian More Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Natural Amethyst and Pearl Vintage Style Ring in Solid 9K Yellow Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
The ring is crafted from yellow gold and features a vintage style design. The centerpiece is a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Pearl, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold, Silver, Amethyst and Seed Pearl Cocktail Ring
Located in Zurich, CH
Decorative 14 karat yellow gold, silver, amethyst and seed pearl cocktail ring. Eye-catching ring
Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Silver, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

18k Yellow/White Gold Cocktail Ring with Tourmalines, Citrines, Amethysts&Pearl
Located in Berlin, BE
This stunning 18k cocktail ring, crafted in a beautiful blend of yellow and white gold, features a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary German Aesthetic Movement Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Pearl, Tourmaline, White Gold

Vintage 9ct Gold Faceted Amethyst & Seed Pearl Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Amethyst Ring 9ct Gold Stamped Circa 1940’s Fabulous sized, vintage cocktail ring. Set
Category

Mid-20th Century English Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 9k Gold

15.10 Carat Oval Amethyst and Seed Pearl Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
warm 14 karat yellow gold, the ring exudes a timeless appeal, complementing the regal beauty of the
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Cabochon Amethyst & Pearl Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Amethyst Ring 15ct Gold Tested Circa 1880 Fabulous, Victorian amethyst ring. Set with a
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Diamonds, Amethyst, Yellow Topaz, Pearl, Rose and White Gold Cluster Retrò Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
of little natural pearl. Diamonds 0.30 ct Amethysts, Yellow Topazes 18.54 ct Pearl 0.10 g Total
Category

Vintage 1970s Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Topaz, Pearl, Diamond, Amethyst, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold

Pink Amethyst White Mother of Pearl White Diamonds Halo 14K Yellow Gold Ring
By Galt & Bro. Jewelers
Located in Oakton, VA
between the smooth, opalescent surface and the intricate facets of the purple amethyst. The ring's band is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold

Royal Amethyst Heart Ring Pearl Halo 14 Karat Gold Antique
Located in New York, NY
This is a magnificent antique ring with a gorgeous Heart Shape Royal Amethyst with a Pearl crown
Category

20th Century Unknown Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Siberian Amethyst Diamond Pearl Ring 14 Karat Gold Exquisite Cocktail
Located in New York, NY
KARAT YELLOW GOLD COCKTAIL RING - AN OPPORTUNITY TO OWN A GEM QUALITY RING FROM ONE OF THE FINEST
Category

20th Century Unknown Retro Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Mauboussin Amethyst & Mother of Pearl Cocktail Ring
By Mauboussin
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
This striking cocktail ring has been set with an amethyst and mother of pearl panels and was made
Category

Late 20th Century French Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Amethyst and Seed Pearl Ring
Located in Denver, CO
3mm seed pearls and set in 14kt yellow gold.
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian More Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethyst & Topaz 18K yellow gold ring with three South Sea Pearls
Located in Surfside, FL
round South Sea Pearls (10 x 10.5 mm) ring in 18K yellow gold. Measurements: 1 3/4" high x 7/8". Size 5
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Fashion Rings

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethyst gold ring.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Amethyst gold ring. Round amethyst ring. Purple gemstone ring. Open ended ring. Carved mother of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Amethyst gold ring.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Amethyst gold ring. Round amethyst ring. Purple gemstone ring. Open ended ring. Carved mother of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Toi et Moi 14k Gold, Amethyst, and Pearl Cocktail Ring Size 2
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine toi et moi gold, amethyst, and pearl cocktail ring. Size 2. In 14 karat yellow gold. The
Category

20th Century Unknown Victorian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

10k White Gold Pearl & Amethyst Womens Trilogy Ring - Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
This stunning ring has been set with one Cultured Pearl & two Amethysts measuring 4.25mm (0.17
Category

2010s British Georgian Three-Stone Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 10k Gold, White Gold

Art Deco Enameled Seed Pearl Amethyst Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Narberth, PA
An exquisite amethyst ring from the Art Deco (ca1920) era! Made of 14kt yellow gold, this fabulous
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 14k Gold

Natural Amethyst Peridot Pearl Vintage Style Cluster Ring in Solid 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
. CHARACTERISTICS Status: Made to order Origin: Thailand Metal: Solid 9K Yellow Gold Ring Size: US 3-8 Total
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Cluster Rings

Materials

Peridot, Pearl, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Amethyst Emerald and Pearl Suffragette Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
crafted from 15ct yellow gold and features a beautiful combination of Amethyst, Emerald and Seed Pearl
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Emerald, Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold

Natural Amethyst and Pearl Vintage Style Carved Solitaire Ring in Solid 9K Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Meticulously crafted from intricately carved yellow gold, this enchanting vintage-inspired ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Edwardian Solitaire Rings

Materials

Pearl, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 9k Gold

Antique 18k Gold Carved Oval Amethyst Solitaire & Pearl Halo Enamel Work Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
- 1.8mm each (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 9.67 Grams Ring Size: 8.5 (Fitted on a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold, Enamel

14k Gold Left Facing Amethyst Cameo Ring w/ Seed Pearl Filigree & Floral Frame
Located in Montclair, NJ
This rare antique art deco ring was crafted from solid 14k yellow & green gold with rose gold
Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Topazes Amethyst Flower Pearls Diamonds Rose Gold and Silver Cocktail Ring
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful ring in 9 kt rose gold and silver, 2.5 cm diameter, embellished with 2.46 ct olf yellow
Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Topaz, 9k Gold, Silver, Rose Gold

Antique 14k Gold Oval Amethyst Solitaire Pearl Halo Enamel Floral Statement Ring
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 9.97 Grams Ring Size: 9.0 (Fitted on a finger. We can custom size
Category

20th Century Art Nouveau Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, Enamel

Lapis and Amethyst Namesake Signet Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
Made to order Custom made 18ct yellow gold signet ring set with Lapis and amethyst Available in
Category

2010s Australian Artist Signet Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Crazy Cut Amethyst 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dome Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold faceted dome ring, set
Category

2010s Italian Dome Rings

Materials

Crystal, Pearl, Rock Crystal, Amethyst, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Purple Bloom Aurora South Sea Pearl Amethyst Diamond Ring
Located in New York, NY
18K gold, while the center features delicate stamen crafted in 18K yellow gold, exuding luxury and
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Amethyst, White Gold, Gold

Classic Mother of Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Ring For Her
By Natkina
Located in Montreux, CH
Ring (Matching Earrings Available) Yellow Gold 18K Weight 14.81 grams Size 51 Diamond 17
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Art Deco Period 10KT Amethyst and Pearl Ring
Located in New York, NY
Gold Ring featuring a captivating purple amethyst and delicate seed pearls set in intricate filigree
Category

Vintage 1940s American Art Deco Fashion Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 10k Gold

Alex Jona Citrine Amethyst 18 Karat Yellow Gold Dome Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, CH
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat yellow gold dome ring, set with
Category

2010s Italian Dome Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Edwardian Amethyst 14k Gold Filigree Ring
Located in Scotts Valley, CA
Details: Stunning Edwardian period amethyst, seed pearl and 14K white and yellow gold filigree ring
Category

Early 20th Century European Edwardian Cocktail Rings

Materials

Natural Pearl, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold

'Forget me Knot' Amethyst and Yellow Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
amethyst poised between eight sharp eagle style talons. Powerful solid gold ropes, adorned with yellow
Category

2010s Australian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Yellow Diamond, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Bold 14 Karat Gold Etruscan Cocktail Ring Large Big 10 Carat Amethyst and Pearl
Located in Lauderdale by the Sea, FL
crafted from 14K yellow gold, this statement piece is adorned with impressive and meticulous metalwork of
Category

Mid-20th Century American Etruscan Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

'Forget me Knot' Amethyst and Yellow Diamond Cocktail Ring in 18ct Yellow Gold
Located in Brisbane, AU
amethyst poised between eight sharp eagle style talons. Powerful solid gold ropes, adorned with yellow
Category

2010s Australian Artist Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Marquise Amethyst Pearl Ring SI Clarity HI Color Diamond 18k Rose Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
:- 0.35 ct ( AVERAGE DIAMOND CLARITY SI1-SI2 & COLOR H-I ) Amethyst & Pearl Wt :- 1.05 ct Ring Size :- 7
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modern Band Rings

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Amethyst, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

c1920s Vintage Art Deco Amethyst Ring Pearl Filigree 18k White Gold Oval Sz 8
Located in Torrance, CA
design. Appliques of yellow & rose gold foliate motifs adorn three points on the mount. The ring has a
Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Solid 10k Yellow Gold Pearl womens Eternity Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
This Delightful 10k Gold ring has been set with five Full Cultured Pearls, equally sized at approx
Category

2010s British Modern Engagement Rings

Materials

Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel Magnificent Pearl Gemstone Gold Ring
By Chanel
Located in Feasterville, PA
A chic Chanel cocktail ring featuring an eclectic blend of Pearl, Amethyst, Pink & Yellow Sapphire
Category

Early 2000s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Pink Sapphire, Tourmaline, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, W...

1890s Victorian Diamond and Amethyst 9 Karat Yellow Gold Engagement Ring
Located in Hicksville, NY
Item Details: Ring Size: Approximately 6.5 Metal Type: 9 Karat Yellow Gold Weight: 1.9 grams
Category

Antique 1890s Unknown Victorian Engagement Rings

Materials

Amethyst, White Diamond, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Bird on branch 14k gold ring with amethysts
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
14 kt solid gold ring with round amethysts. Shell flower gold ring. Bird on branch ring. Bird ring
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Wedding Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

9k Yellow Gold Pearl & Peridot Womens Cluster Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
). This ring is all Solid 375 9ct Gold, our jewelry is fully tested and hallmarked by the London
Category

2010s British Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Pearl, Peridot, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Amethyst Pearl Ring Large Oval Cocktail Etched Sz 8 Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage amethyst & pearl cocktail ring crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. Cabochon cut
Category

Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Cocktail Rings

Materials

Pearl, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold

2.25 Carat Amethyst and Citrine Yellow Gold Band Ring, in Stock
Located in Woodstock, GA
features meticulously cut sugarloaf citrine and amethyst cabochon set in 14-karat yellow gold. This ring
Category

2010s American Modern Band Rings

Materials

Citrine, Amethyst, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

10.27 Carat Amethyst Diamond Turquoise Cocktail Ring in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
Indulge in the beauty of timeless elegance with this 14K Yellow Gold Statement Ring, showcasing a
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Turquoise, Diamond, Amethyst, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold

14K English White Gold Natural Marquise Amethyst & Pearl Cluster Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
This ring is made from 585 14K White Gold with Natural Amethyst & Freshwater Pearls. Stunning 14ct
Category

2010s British Victorian Cluster Rings

Materials

Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

14k Yellow Gold Natural Garnet & Pearl Womens Eternity Ring Customizable
Located in Chesham, GB
Cultured Full Pearls each approx 2.5mm (0.1"). This ring is ideal as an eternity ring as it can easily be
Category

2010s British Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Garnet, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Yellow Gold Amethyst Pearl Ring For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact yellow gold amethyst pearl ring you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, Yellow Gold and 18k Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 70 vintage or 34 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. You’re likely to find the perfect yellow gold amethyst pearl ring among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 19th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. As it relates to this specific piece, our collection includes designs that are universally popular, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat carat weights, specifically, are sought with frequency. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic yellow gold amethyst pearl ring over the years, but those made by Yianni Creations, Chanel and Mauboussin are often thought to be among the most beautiful. See these pages for an oval cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also round cut cut and briolette cut cut versions available here, too. Most of our yellow gold amethyst pearl ring for sale are for women, but there are 17 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Yellow Gold Amethyst Pearl Ring?

Prices for a yellow gold amethyst pearl ring can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $166 and can go as high as $7,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,298.

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.