Bulgari Optical Pearl Shell 18k Gold Cufflinks
By Bulgari
Located in Simpsonville, SC
The Bulgari Optical Pearl Shell 18k Gold Cufflinks are a refined blend of classic elegance and modern artistry, embodying Bulgari’s renowned craftsmanship.
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Bulgari Optical Illusion Spinning Mother Of Pearl Pendant Gold & Steel Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
18k yellow gold and stainless steel Optical Illusion Spinning Mother Of Pearl pendant necklace by Bulgari.
Pearl, Gold, Steel
Bulgari Mother-of-Pearl Optical Ear Stud Earrings 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Italy
By Bulgari
Located in Lisbon, PT
Bulgari Mother-of-Pearl “Optical” Ear Stud Earrings in 18K Yellow Gold, Late 20th – Early 21st Century, Italy, with Bulgari Box.
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Gold & Steel Optical Mother of Pearl Spinning Ring Size 51
By Bulgari
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k yellow gold and stainless steel ring by Bvlgari from the Optical Illusion collection. The rotating disc measures 2.4cm in width and spins in both a clockwise and anti clockwis...
Gold, Steel
Unavailable
Bulgari Optical Illusion Spinning Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Toronto, Ontario
This Bvlgari ring is a classic, set in 18k white gold with black enamel accents. The ring top spins creating an optical illusion.. This piece weighs 23.6 grams and measures size 8. I...
18k Gold, White Gold
Original 1970 Bulgari Optical White Gold Cufflinks
By Bulgari
Located in Valenza, IT
Original 1970's, Extremely Rare Bulgari Limited Edition Cufflinks. 70's amazing decade brought a variety of motifs to Bulgari's design, often inspired, like in this case, by fashion ...
18k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari 18 Karat White Gold and Onyx Optical Illusion Spinning Ring and Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in London, GB
Stylish ring and bracelet from the 'Optical Illusion' series by Bulgari. The 18k white gold, stainless steel and onyx ring with a revolving disc marked Bvlgari on the sides.
Onyx, White Gold, Stainless Steel
Unavailable
Bvlgari Optical Illusion Onyx and Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Toronto, ON
This classic Bvlgari ring has a spinning top set in 18KT white gold. It is the classic optical illusion ring with black onyx. The ring measures size 8 and is in excellent conditions.
Onyx, White Gold, 18k Gold
Bvulgary "Optical" Gold And Stainless Steel Pendant
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Distinctive & Sporty this Bvlgari pendant featuring two crescent enamel symbol pendant, suspended from a leather cord. It is quite a statement.
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Bulgari Optical Illusion Onyx Diamond Spinning Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k white gold and stainless steel onyx and diamond spinning ring from the Optical Illusion collection by Bvlgari. The ring is set to the centre with a rotating disc design which ...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Bulgari Mother of Pearl Optical Illusion Pendant in Yellow Gold
By Bulgari
Located in London, England
A beautiful vintage Bulgari mother-of-pearl Optical Illusion pendant set in 18k yellow gold.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Optical Illusion Diamond & Onyx Spinning Pendant
By Bulgari
Located in Mayfair, London, London
An 18k white gold and stainless steel pendant by Bvlgari from the Optical Illusion collection. The pendant consists of a rotating disc that measures 2.3cm in width and spins in both ...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold, Stainless Steel
Bvlgari Optical Illusion 18 Karat White Gold Spinning Onyx Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
Employing the captivating darkness of onyx in a manner that will catch your eye and lure your gaze along the graceful lines, this magnificent ring from Bvlgari is made of 18K white g...
Onyx, White Gold
Bvlgari Optical Illusion Onyx Round Stud Earrings 18K White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
These round stud earrings come from the Optic Illusion collection by Bvlgari. Well crafted in 18K white gold with black Onyx. These earrings feature a round white gold frame with swi...
Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Optical Illusion 18 Karat Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Spinning Pendant
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
The Bvlgari “Optical Illusion” pendant is made out of 18K yellow gold and mother of pearl and weighs 29.7 grams. The pendant measures 1.50” in length and 1.15” in width. This it...
Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Optical Illusion 18 Karat Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Spinning Pendant
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
The Bvlgari “Optical Illusion” pendant is made out of 18K yellow gold and mother of pearl and weighs 29.7 grams. The pendant measures 1.50” in length and 1.15” in width. This item...
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Bulgari Optical Illusion Spinning Onyx White Gold Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Southampton, PA
18k White Gold Onyx Optical Illusion Ring by Bulgari. With black onyx stone Details: Size: 6.5 Weight: 24.5 grams Width: 23mm Stamped Hallmarks: Bvlgari 750 Steel Made In Italy *F...
Onyx, 18k Gold
Bvlgari Optical Illusion Spinning Pendant MOP & 18kt Yellow Gold
By Bulgari
Located in San Diego, CA
BVLGARI OPTICAL ILLUSION SPINNING MOTHER OF PEARL PENDANT Style: Pendant Metal: 18kt Yellow Gold Size / Measurements: 41 X 30 mm / 1.60' X 1.25' Inches & 6.35 mm thick Weight: 30...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari 18 Karat White Gold and Steel Black Onyx Optical Spinning Pendant Charm
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bulgari pendant necklace from the OPTICAL collection, the large round shape has steel case with a black onyx inside the round frame spins creating an optical illusion.
18k Gold
18 Karat White Gold Onyx Optical Illusion Spin Ring by Buglari
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
This cocktail ring features a disc of black onyx set in a spiral design of 18 karat white gold with a spinning base of steel. Ring size 6. Signed BVLGARI 3765 AL, Ring size 6.
Onyx, Steel, 18k Gold, White Gold
BULGARI Mother Of Pearl Gold Optical Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Retail $2,350 Metal: 18k Yellow Gold / Steel Marked/Tested Bvlgari, 750, Gold And Steel, 3765 Al, Made In Italy Gemstones/Diamonds Mother Of Pearl Clarity: N/A Color: N/A Measurement...
Bvlgari Bulgari 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Mother of Pearl Optical Cufflinks 16.6g
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Bvlgari Bulgari 18k Yellow Gold & Mother Of Pearl Optical Cufflinks 16.6g For sale is a beautiful pair of Bvlgari optical 18k yellow gold and mother of pearl cufflinks.
Yellow Gold
Bvlgari Allegra Onyx 18K White Gold Optical Charm
By Bulgari
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This modern charm from Bvlgari will accent all your wardrobe styles. Crafted from 18k white gold, the front sets the stage to a circular white Allegra topped with a twisted pattern, ...
Onyx, White Gold
Bvlgari Allegra Onyx 18K White Gold Optical Charm
By Bulgari
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This modern charm from Bvlgari will accent all your wardrobe styles. Crafted from 18k white gold, the front sets the stage to a circular white Allegra topped with a twisted pattern, ...
White Gold
Bvlgari Allegra Onyx 18K White Gold Optical Charm
By Bulgari
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This modern charm from Bvlgari will accent all your wardrobe styles. Crafted from 18k white gold, the front sets the stage to a circular white Allegra topped with a twisted pattern, ...
White Gold
Bvlgari Optical Illusion Pendant Charm Pendant & Charms 18k White Gold
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Condition: Great. Minor wear throughout. Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Height/Length: 42.60 mm, Width: 29.60 mm Designer: Bvlgari Model: Optical Illusion Pendant Charm Pe...
Bvlgari Optical Illusion Onyx 18K Stainless Steel Pendant Cord Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Bvlgari necklace is a smart accessory to have in your jewelry collection. Crafted from the finest materials, it features a circular pendant set with black onyx and topped with t...
Bvlgari Optical Illusion Onyx Stainless Steel 18k White Gold Pendant Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
This Bvlgari necklace is a smart accessory to have in your jewelry collection. Crafted from the finest materials, it features a circular pendant set with black onyx and topped with t...
White Gold, Steel, Stainless Steel
Bvlgari Optical Illusion Pendant Cord Necklace 18k White Gold and Stainless
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Condition: Very good. Moderate wear throughout. Accessories: No Accessories Measurements: Length: 15", Pendant: 30.00x30.00 Designer: Bvlgari Model: Optical Illusion Pendant Cord Nec...
White Gold
Bvlgari Optical Illusion White Gold and Black Onyx Ring Size 55
By Bulgari
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Experience the epitome of luxury and craftsmanship with this meticulously designed Bvlgari ring. Its timeless elegance and exceptional detailing make it a statement piece for any occ...
Onyx, White Gold
Bvlgari Gold Mother of Pearl Optical Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Lambertville, NJ
18k yellow gold optical illusion ring by Bvlgari, set with mother of pearl top. Ring size - 5.5, ring top - 31mm x 13mm. Weight is 12.1 grams.
18k Gold
7.55 Carat Peach Tourmaline Emerald Cut Platinum Diamond Ring
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A 7.55 carat peach tourmaline emerald cut platinum diamond ring, handcrafted by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills as a romantic collector jewel and meaningful alternative engagement ring...
Diamond, Tourmaline, White Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Bulgari Monete 18K Gold and Ancient Silver Coin Ring, Circa 1990, Italy
By Bulgari
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
BVLGARI Monete silver coin 18 karat gold ring Gross weight 19.9 gram, Measurement top: 18.7x19.9mm Engraved: REPVBBLICA 211 A.C 750 hallmark, Made in Italy mark and Signed Bvlgari ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari, Vintage 18K Yellow Gold and Rubelite Ring
By Bulgari
Located in Chicago, IL
This classic ring by Bulgari features a gorgeous oval cabochon rubelite measuring approximately 10.20 x 7.80 x 4.85 mm and weighing 4.15 carats. Mounted in 18 karat yellow gold in a ...
Rubelite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari 1980s Ruby Cabochon Gold Chain Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
1980s 18k gold chain ring by Bvlgari, with oval ruby cabochon (approx. 2.08ct). Ring size 7.25-7.5, widest point of the ring is 10mm. Marked: Bvlgari. Weight - 7.5 grams.
Ruby, Gold
Van Cleef Arpels Aquamarine Ring. 1.50ct Square Aquamarine Pearl Ring 18K Gold
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A stunning Van Cleef & Arpels ring featuring a mesmerizing square-cut aquamarine center stone, weighing approximately 1.50-carats. The aquamarine is bezel-set in rich 18k yellow ...
Aquamarine, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels VCA Diamond and Green Chrysoprase 18Kt Cuff Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This exquisite Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet represents a masterpiece of French haute joaillerie from 1971. Meticulously handcrafted in 18-karat yellow gold, this historical piece show...
Chrysophrase, Diamond, 18k Gold
Bulgari Diamond MOP 18K Rose Gold Intarsio Earrings
By Bulgari
Located in Simpsonville, SC
Step into the realm of unparalleled luxury with the Bvlgari Diamond Mother-of-Pearl (MOP) 18K Rose Gold Intarsio Earrings, a masterpiece of elegance and sophistication. Crafted by th...
White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Rare Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Flower Onbell Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Birmingham, GB
Fine Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Onbell Flower Ring. A stunning vintage ring with a unique floral design typical of Van Cleef & Arpels, set with beautiful nat...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bvlgari 18k Gold and Mother of Pearl Spinning Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Bvlgari 18k Gold and Mother of Pearl Spinning Ring Details: Composed of a mother-of-pearl tablet with a gold overlay, designed to spin. Signed Bvlgari 18k Yellow gold and steel Size...
Pearl, 18k Gold
VAN CLEEF & ARPELS Sapphire Ruby Diamond Wide 18k Yellow Gold Ring
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
This fabulous vintage Van Cleef & Arpels ring features a wide band design crafted in 18k yellow gold and bezel-set with blue sapphire, red rubies, and diamonds. Made in France circa ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Cube Ring Sz 5.75 Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Band Signed Jewelry
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in Torrance, CA
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels 'cube' ring crafted in 18k yellow gold (circa 1980s) The low dome band is designed with a 'cube' pattern in 18k yellow gold. The ring is great worn alone ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$11,060
D 0.15 in Dm 2.13 in L 5.32 in
Bulgari 1970s 18K Gold Torque Bangle with Emerald, Sapphire & Diamonds
By Bulgari
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Very rare "slave" bangle 1970s Sapphire and emerald cabochons approx 0.44 - 0.5ct, with 10 baguette cut diamonds total approx. 1.8ct, Gross weight 22.1 grams. A timeless Bulgari j...
Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Four 1970s Van Cleef & Arpels Diamond Bangle Bracelets
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
Created by Van Cleef & Arpels, Paris, this set of four 18K gold and diamond bangle bracelets dates from circa 1970. Each hinged bombé form is set with three fields of pavé-set round ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum, Edwardian Amethyst and Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Amethyst Ring 18ct Yellow Gold & Platinum Tested Circa 1910 This stunning Edwardian-era ring features an exquisite emerald-cut amethyst set in a platinum open work setting...
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Cartier 18K White Gold Diamond And Onyx Menotte Ring
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Cartier Menotte Ring is crafted in luxurious 18K white gold with a high-polish finish, showcasing Cartier's timeless elegance and craftsmanship. The ring features a st...
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bvlgari Gold Diamond Steel Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Created by Bvlgari, this necklace features a gold heart inside a circular steel. Diamonds in the shape of another heart is found within the gold heart. Total weight: 29.4 grams. Leng...
Diamond, Gold, Steel
Greek silversmith Sotirios Voulgaris arrived in Rome in 1881 and set up his own shop there in 1884, calling it Bulgari, an Italianization of his last name (in the brand's logo, it's styled BVLGARI, using the classical Latin alphabet in a nod to ancient Roman culture). In 1905, he opened the company’s flagship boutique on Rome’s Via dei Condotti. Since then, Bulgari has looked to Rome as a source of reference for its fanciful and decidedly romantic designs for necklaces, bracelets, earrings and other accessories.
Although the iconic jewelry house found success with its silverwork and Art Deco designs, popular through the 1920s, Bulgari’s signature style — bold, often using yellow gold embellished with big colorful gemstones — began to emerge when Sotirios’s sons inherited the business, in 1932.
The brand truly hit its stride in the dolce vita era of the 1950s and ’60s, when the founder’s grandsons Paolo, Gianni and Nicola Bulgari decisively departed from demure traditional styles to develop the house’s exuberant multi-gem looks, attracting celebrity collectors like Elizabeth Taylor.
In the 1940s, Bulgari debuted perhaps its most famous design, the Serpenti bracelet watch. The piece’s snakelike coils were made possible by the tubogas jewelry technique, which links a flexible series of thin horizontal bands. Both the sleek, modern tubogas construction and the sinuous snake motif continue to be synonymous with the Bulgari brand.
On 1stDibs, the collection of vintage Bulgari jewelry includes rings, pendant necklaces, watches and other accessories.
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.
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