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Alice Kwartler Gold Charms

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Gold Beagle Charm
Gold Beagle Charm

Gold Beagle Charm

Unavailable

Dm 1 in

Gold Beagle Charm

Located in New York, NY

Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1950s American More Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Gold Gemini Charm
Gold Gemini Charm

Gold Gemini Charm

Unavailable

Dm 1 in

Gold Gemini Charm

Located in New York, NY

Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Crown Gold Charm
Crown Gold Charm

Crown Gold Charm

Unavailable

W 0.5 in L 0.5 in

Crown Gold Charm

Located in New York, NY

For the queen or princess in your life: a figural crown. Heavy gauge 14K yellow gold. Well made; very substantial. Attractive open work pattern. 1/2" x 1/2." Alice Kwartler has...

Category

Vintage 1940s Danish Necklace Enhancers

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

IAM4U Gold Charm
IAM4U Gold Charm

IAM4U Gold Charm

Unavailable

W 0.33 in L 0.66 in

IAM4U Gold Charm

Located in New York, NY

Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Gold Umbrella Charm

Gold Umbrella Charm

Unavailable

L 1.25 in

Gold Umbrella Charm

Located in New York, NY

An adorable subject. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Gold Rollerblade Charm
Gold Rollerblade Charm

Gold Rollerblade Charm

Unavailable

W 1.24 in L 0.75 in

Gold Rollerblade Charm

Located in New York, NY

" Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1950s American More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Gold Snowman Charm

Gold Snowman Charm

Unavailable

Dm 0.75 in

Gold Snowman Charm

Located in New York, NY

Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Gold Illinois Charm
Gold Illinois Charm

Gold Illinois Charm

Unavailable

W 0.66 in L 1.25 in

Gold Illinois Charm

Located in New York, NY

Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold

Gold Helicopter Charm
Gold Helicopter Charm

Gold Helicopter Charm

Unavailable

W 1 in L 0.33 in

Gold Helicopter Charm

Located in New York, NY

" A very unusual subject. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1930s American More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

50 Gold Charm

50 Gold Charm

Unavailable

Dm 1 in

50 Gold Charm

Located in New York, NY

Perfect for a birthday or anniversary. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over 40 years.

Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Bingo Gold & Enamel Charm
Bingo Gold & Enamel Charm

Bingo Gold & Enamel Charm

Unavailable

W 0.33 in L 0.5 in

Bingo Gold & Enamel Charm

Located in New York, NY

Chain not included. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1950s American More Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Gold Chanel Door Charm
Gold Chanel Door Charm

Gold Chanel Door Charm

Unavailable

W 0.33 in L 0.75 in

Gold Chanel Door Charm

By Chanel

Located in New York, NY

An iconic charm. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1980s French More Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Gold Scuba Diver Charm
Gold Scuba Diver Charm

Gold Scuba Diver Charm

Unavailable

W 0.33 in L 1.25 in

Gold Scuba Diver Charm

Located in New York, NY

Well-detailed. The nicest scuba charm we have seen. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1950s American More Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Gold Wish Bone Charm
Gold Wish Bone Charm

Gold Wish Bone Charm

Unavailable

H 0.32 in W 0.92 in L 1.6 in

Gold Wish Bone Charm

Located in New York, NY

It is always the right time to make a wish. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold Equestrian Fence Charm
Gold Equestrian Fence Charm

Gold Equestrian Fence Charm

Unavailable

W 0.75 in L 0.5 in

Gold Equestrian Fence Charm

Located in New York, NY

Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

BPOE Gold & Enamel Charm
BPOE Gold & Enamel Charm

BPOE Gold & Enamel Charm

Unavailable

Dm 1 in

BPOE Gold & Enamel Charm

Located in New York, NY

Cut-out design in center, with two enamel American flags. 14K yellow gold. 1" in diameter. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for ove...

Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Tiffany Aries Gold Charm
Tiffany Aries Gold Charm

Tiffany Aries Gold Charm

Unavailable

Dm 1.13 in

Tiffany Aries Gold Charm

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Chain for display only. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1970s Italian Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Gold Lucky Penny Charm
Gold Lucky Penny Charm

Gold Lucky Penny Charm

Unavailable

Dm 0.66 in

Gold Lucky Penny Charm

Located in New York, NY

Whimsical and charming. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1950s American More Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

French Gold Golf Charm
French Gold Golf Charm

French Gold Golf Charm

Unavailable

L 1 in

French Gold Golf Charm

Located in New York, NY

Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1930s French More Jewelry

Materials

18k Gold

Gold Long Island Charm
Gold Long Island Charm

Gold Long Island Charm

Unavailable

W 1 in L 0.75 in

Gold Long Island Charm

Located in New York, NY

Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Gold Trophy Cup Charm

Gold Trophy Cup Charm

Unavailable

Dm 1.13 in

Gold Trophy Cup Charm

Located in New York, NY

Perfect for the champion or the trophy spouse in your life. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1940s More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Diamond Gold Bidet Charm
Diamond Gold Bidet Charm

Diamond Gold Bidet Charm

Unavailable

W 0.5 in L 0.5 in

Diamond Gold Bidet Charm

Located in New York, NY

Quite a conversation piece. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1960s Unknown More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Gold Yes/No Charm
Gold Yes/No Charm

Gold Yes/No Charm

Unavailable

L 0.75 in

Gold Yes/No Charm

Located in New York, NY

Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Gold Palm Tree Charm
Gold Palm Tree Charm

Gold Palm Tree Charm

Unavailable

L 0.75 in

Gold Palm Tree Charm

Located in New York, NY

A lovely memento of a tropical vacation. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Waldorf Astoria Gold Charm
Waldorf Astoria Gold Charm

Waldorf Astoria Gold Charm

Unavailable

W 0.5 in L 1 in

Waldorf Astoria Gold Charm

Located in New York, NY

Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Golden Rule Gold Charm
Golden Rule Gold Charm

Golden Rule Gold Charm

Unavailable

W 0.33 in L 1.25 in

Golden Rule Gold Charm

Located in New York, NY

A lovely charm. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Fire Hydrant Gold Charm

Fire Hydrant Gold Charm

Unavailable

L 0.63 in

Fire Hydrant Gold Charm

Located in New York, NY

Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold & diamond jewelry and silver for over 40 years.

Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Gold Gemset Golf Charm
Gold Gemset Golf Charm

Gold Gemset Golf Charm

Unavailable

W 1.25 in L 0.75 in

Gold Gemset Golf Charm

Located in New York, NY

Solid; stands on its own. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1950s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Heavy Gold Pistol Charm
Heavy Gold Pistol Charm

Heavy Gold Pistol Charm

Unavailable

W 2.13 in L 1 in

Heavy Gold Pistol Charm

Located in New York, NY

" Combination of matte and shiny gold. Very realistic. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1930s Italian More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Coat Hanger Gold Charm

Coat Hanger Gold Charm

Unavailable

W 1.25 in L 1 in

Coat Hanger Gold Charm

Located in New York, NY

For the fashionista in your life. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Great Gold Hawaii Charm
Great Gold Hawaii Charm

Great Gold Hawaii Charm

Unavailable

W 0.66 in L 1 in

Great Gold Hawaii Charm

Located in New York, NY

Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1950s American More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Tiffany Pisces Gold Charm
Tiffany Pisces Gold Charm

Tiffany Pisces Gold Charm

Unavailable

Dm 1 in

Tiffany Pisces Gold Charm

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in New York, NY

Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1970s American Necklace Enhancers

Materials

14k Gold

Gold Reticulated Bell Charm
Gold Reticulated Bell Charm

Gold Reticulated Bell Charm

Unavailable

W 0.75 in L 1.25 in

Gold Reticulated Bell Charm

Located in New York, NY

A festive addition to any bracelet. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Gold Gemset Snowman Charm
Gold Gemset Snowman Charm

Gold Gemset Snowman Charm

Unavailable

Dm 1 in

Gold Gemset Snowman Charm

Located in New York, NY

Cheerful holiday charm. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Leo Gold Pendant Charm
Leo Gold Pendant Charm

Leo Gold Pendant Charm

Unavailable

Dm 1.25 in

Leo Gold Pendant Charm

Located in New York, NY

Reverse side shows all the zodiac signs. 1 1/4 in diameter. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Los Angeles Gold Charm
Los Angeles Gold Charm

Los Angeles Gold Charm

Unavailable

W 0.5 in L 1.25 in

Los Angeles Gold Charm

Located in New York, NY

"California" engraved on reverse side. 14K yellow gold. 1 1/4" x 1 1/2." Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold

Large Gold Dachshund Charm
Large Gold Dachshund Charm

Large Gold Dachshund Charm

Unavailable

Dm 1.25 in

Large Gold Dachshund Charm

Located in New York, NY

Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1950s American More Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold

Pearl Gold Swan Charm

Pearl Gold Swan Charm

Unavailable

W 0.5 in L 0.5 in

Pearl Gold Swan Charm

Located in New York, NY

" Swans are very special; they mate for life. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold

Ruby & Gold Heart Charm
Ruby & Gold Heart Charm

Ruby & Gold Heart Charm

Unavailable

W 1 in L 1 in

Ruby & Gold Heart Charm

Located in New York, NY

Chain for display only. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1940s American Retro Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold

Gemset Gold Glove Charm
Gemset Gold Glove Charm

Gemset Gold Glove Charm

Unavailable

W 0.5 in L 1 in

Gemset Gold Glove Charm

Located in New York, NY

The ultimate for the perfectly groomed fashionista. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold

Wedding Invitation Gold Charm
Wedding Invitation Gold Charm

Wedding Invitation Gold Charm

Unavailable

W 0.66 in L 1 in

Wedding Invitation Gold Charm

By Leonore Doskow

Located in New York, NY

The reverse side was never engraved, so you can add your own message. 2/3" x 1." Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

14k Gold

Large Gold Boxer Charm
Large Gold Boxer Charm

Large Gold Boxer Charm

Unavailable

Dm 1.33 in

Large Gold Boxer Charm

Located in New York, NY

Would also be the perfect pendant for the boxer-lover in your life. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, 14k Gold

Large Gold Love Charm
Large Gold Love Charm

Large Gold Love Charm

Unavailable

Dm 1.13 in

Large Gold Love Charm

Located in New York, NY

Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Enamel & Gold American Flag Charm
Enamel & Gold American Flag Charm

Enamel & Gold American Flag Charm

Located in New York, NY

Chain for display only. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1940s North American More Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold, Enamel

Mercedes Benz Gold Charm Pendant
Mercedes Benz Gold Charm Pendant

Mercedes Benz Gold Charm Pendant

Located in New York, NY

Solid gauge 14K yellow gold. 3/4" in diameter. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1950s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Funny Gold Long Island Charm
Funny Gold Long Island Charm

Funny Gold Long Island Charm

Unavailable

Dm 0.66 in

Funny Gold Long Island Charm

Located in New York, NY

The reverse side is engraved "NOYACK." 2/3" in diameter. Funny. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Gold and Enamel Pisces Charm
Gold and Enamel Pisces Charm

Gold and Enamel Pisces Charm

Unavailable

W 0.88 in L 0.88 in

Gold and Enamel Pisces Charm

Located in New York, NY

Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1950s American More Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel

Gold Chick and Egg Charm
Gold Chick and Egg Charm

Gold Chick and Egg Charm

Unavailable

W 0.5 in L 1 in

Gold Chick and Egg Charm

Located in New York, NY

The bottom of the egg is set on a swivel, so it rotates. 1/2" x 1." A charming charm. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty...

Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold, Rose Gold

Gold Good Luck Charm Ring
Gold Good Luck Charm Ring

Gold Good Luck Charm Ring

Located in New York, NY

Whimsical, unique, fun to wear. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1940s North American Band Rings

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Gold with This Ring Charm
Gold with This Ring Charm

Gold with This Ring Charm

Unavailable

Dm 0.75 in

Gold with This Ring Charm

Located in New York, NY

One is placing a wedding ring on the other. 14K satin gold finish. 3/4" in diameter. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over fort...

Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

Gold, 14k Gold

Gold & Garnet Sweet 16 Charm
Gold & Garnet Sweet 16 Charm

Gold & Garnet Sweet 16 Charm

Unavailable

Dm 1.25 in

Gold & Garnet Sweet 16 Charm

Located in New York, NY

Set with four faceted hessionite garnets and cut-out flower petals in relief. 14K yellow gold. 1 1/4" in diameter. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond je...

Category

Vintage 1940s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold

Cartier Nail & Diamond Gold Charm
Cartier Nail & Diamond Gold Charm

Cartier Nail & Diamond Gold Charm

Unavailable

W 0.25 in L 1.75 in

Cartier Nail & Diamond Gold Charm

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Chain for display only. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1930s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Cartier Nail & Diamond Gold Charm
Cartier Nail & Diamond Gold Charm

Cartier Nail & Diamond Gold Charm

Unavailable

W 0.25 in L 1.75 in

Cartier Nail & Diamond Gold Charm

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Chain for display only. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1930s American Pendant Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold

Gold Firth of Forth Charm
Gold Firth of Forth Charm

Gold Firth of Forth Charm

Unavailable

W 0.25 in L 1 in

Gold Firth of Forth Charm

Located in New York, NY

Alice Kwartler has sold the finest gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1920s British More Jewelry

Materials

10k Gold

Antique Gold Rocking Chair Charm
Antique Gold Rocking Chair Charm

Antique Gold Rocking Chair Charm

Unavailable

W 0.5 in L 0.75 in

Antique Gold Rocking Chair Charm

Located in New York, NY

An early, very unusual charm. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1910s American More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

Gold and Ruby Poodle Charm
Gold and Ruby Poodle Charm

Gold and Ruby Poodle Charm

Unavailable

Dm 1 in

Gold and Ruby Poodle Charm

Located in New York, NY

Bright eyes, tail up -- he is happy to see you. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1940s American More Jewelry

Materials

Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold

Gold I Love You Charm
Gold I Love You Charm

Gold I Love You Charm

Unavailable

L 1.25 in

Gold I Love You Charm

Located in New York, NY

i 1/4" long. Alice Kwartler has sold the finest antique gold and diamond jewelry and silver for over forty years.

Category

Vintage 1950s American More Jewelry

Materials

14k Gold

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Alice Kwartler Gold Charms For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of alice kwartler gold charms. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using gold, 14k gold and 18k gold. Our collection of these items for sale includes 1556 vintage editions and 6 modern creations to choose from as well. Our inventory is broad and distinctive, with accessories on offer that were made as long ago as the 19th Century to those produced as recently as the 21st Century. The designs in our inventory of alice kwartler gold charms bearing retro or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular. Tiffany & Co., Cartier and Henry Dankner & Sons each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. Lovers of these pieces agree that it’s a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 188 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. A selection of round cut, brilliant cut and rose cut can be found today on these pages. If you’re browsing the variety of alice kwartler gold charms for sale, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for men.

How Much are Alice Kwartler Gold Charms?

Prices for alice kwartler gold charms start at $375 and top out at $26,000 with these more-jewelry-watches, on average, selling for $1,900.

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.