Victorian 14K Gold Elaborate Snake Fob with Carnelian
Located in Venice, CA
This is a larger 14k gold ornate fob that features undulating snakes that twist into a lover’s knot.
Carnelian, Gold, 14k Gold
Snake Turquoise Scarab Egyptian Revival Pendant Necklace Antique Victorian Gold
Located in New York, NY
The elegant Egyptian Revival depiction of two entwined snakes is absolutely stunning. The snakes hold a spinning scarab fob.
Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold
Snake Fob in 14 Karat Yellow Gold
By Dudley VanDyke
Located in Charleston, SC
Dudley VanDyke's Snake Fob is featured in 14K Yellow Gold with Moonstone.
Moonstone, 14k Gold
Victorian 14k Agate Snake Motif Fob
Located in Narberth, PA
The base of the piece features a three-dimensional snake, whose body is curving around the fob, and seamlessly blends into the attached complementary bail.
Agate, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Gold Snake Fob
Located in Baltimore, MD
Victorian 18K gold fob with a twisted snake hoop. See the snake's mouth grasping his tail on the right side and the tail wrapped around the body on the left side.
Carnelian, 18k Gold
Antique Eagle with Snake Fob
Located in Baltimore, MD
Dramatic Georgian fob of a silver eagle's head with garnet eyes carrying a gold snake resting on a carnelian seal.
Carnelian, Garnet, 9k Gold, Silver
Victorian Coiled Snake Fob Pendant of 18k Gold with Calcedony
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A beautifully symbolic antique fob dating to 1840–1880, featuring a coiled snake rendered in 18K gold and wrapped around a grey chalcedony seal.
Chalcedony, 18k Gold
Mini Snake Watch Fob, 14K Gold, Coiled Snake Charm, Victorian Watch Fob
Located in McLeansville, NC
A victorian 14 karat yellow gold snake watch fob charm. This miniature charm features a textured coiled snake motif, sitting atop a rectangular base with a bezel set purple foil back...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15ct Gold Victorian Bloodstone Snake Seal Fob
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Seal Fob 15ct Gold Tested Circa 1880s This antique seal fob is a true masterpiece crafted from 15ct gold, with a stunning snake handle that adds a unique touch to its aest...
Gold, 15k Gold
Georgian 19K Gold Undulating Snake Fob with Crown Intaglio
Located in Venice, CA
The agate is a hue of deep, earthy red marbled with intricate streaks of purple, grey, and black. The fob connects to a 19k gold snake motif that undulates in a looped design.
Agate, Gold
Scottish Fob Seal with 15k Smoky Quartz Intaglio of Heron, Snake in Mouth, c1860
Located in Baltimore, MD
Fob seals were meant to be hung on a chain and were considered useful men's jewelry.
Quartz, 15k Gold
Egyptian Revival Fob
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Do ya love snakes, Egypt, fobs, all the above? Me too! The ancient scarab is carved serpentine all in 14k yellow gold.
Victorian 18 Carat Gold Entwined Snake Fob Pendant Seal, 1900
Located in Glasgow, GB
Victorian 18ct yellow gold fob pendant featuring entwined snakes and an oval carnelian seal, Birmingham, 1900 by Matthew Wilcox & Son.
Carnelian, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 15 Karat Gold Rock Quartz Crystal "Snake" Intaglio Fob Pendant
Located in Narberth, PA
A spectacular Victorian piece, it is perfect for any snake lover or fob collector! The fob hangs approximately 1 5/8" long, including the bail at the top, and measures about 1 1/4" ...
Rock Crystal, Crystal, Quartz, Yellow Gold, Gold, 15k Gold
$3,500
W 0.48 in D 0.2 in L 1.34 in
Georgian Snake Poison Locket Pendant Mourning Garnet Antique Gold 1800 Rare
Located in New York, NY
A very rare antique Georgian to Victorian Snake Pendant Locket with a small hinged Locket opening in which to place a treasured memento, a mourning item, or possibly poison! The ext...
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold
Antique Swivel Seal Pendant/Charm Carnelian & Blood-Stone British Hallmarked
Located in London, GB
Antique swivel seal pendant set with Carnelian and Blood-Stone set in 9-carat rose gold, British Hallmarked Birmingham 1900, Sponsor mark "M&M". Could be able to wear it as a pen...
Carnelian, 9k Gold
Egyptian Revival Brown Faience Scarab Pendant with 14K Gold Mount
Located in Venice, CA
During the early 19th century, the discoveries of ancient archaeological finds influenced and introduced what is referred to as "Egyptian Revival Jewelry." The first Egyptian Revival...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
A Victorian gold and turquoise serpent necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian gold and turquoise serpent necklace, the flexible tapering yellow gold body formed of three rows of scale-like collets each set with a round cabochon-cut turquoise, the h...
Turquoise, Gold
Antique Dutch 14 Karat and Red Coral Filigree Pendant
Located in Arnhem, NL
An antique Dutch 14 karat and red coral filigree pendant. The pendant is made from a lock of the traditional Dutch costume worn around 1900 in a province called Zeeland. The pendant...
Coral, 14k Gold
Victorian 18k Gold Garnet Round Brooch / Pendant
Located in Guaynabo, PR
This is a Victorian 18K yellow gold garnet round pendant brooch. It depicts a round gold plate with a cabochon center adorned with a carved flower. This one has tiny rolls petals and...
Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 14K Gold Egyptian Revival Scarab Pendant with Hieroglyphs
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This remarkable antique pendant beautifully embodies the fascination with ancient Egypt that swept across Europe during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Expertly hand-carved in fai...
Gold, 14k Gold
$6,400
H 2 in W 6 in D 2.6 in
Antique 24 Karat Gold Egyptian Revival Scarab Pendant Brooch Cesare Tombini 1870
Located in Portland, OR
A wonderful antique 24 karat gold Egyptian Revival brooch set with an ancient 1500 B.C.E Egyptian faience pottery scarab, by the famous 19th century Italian jeweler Cesare Tombini, c...
Gold
Victorian Holbeinesque Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian Holbeinesque pendant, set to the centre with an oval cabochon-cut garnet measuring 18mm x 13mm, surrounded by six old brilliant-cut diamonds, set within yellow gold squar...
Diamond, Garnet, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 18K Gołd French Egyptian Revival Scarab Multi-Stone Necklace
Located in Venice, CA
In a beautiful array of colors, shapes, and sizes, this fabulous French necklace combines some of Kirsten’s Corner’s favorite things: Egyptian Revival and nuggets. In between each sc...
Lapis Lazuli, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Ancient Egyptian Carved Scarab Gold Pendant Necklace
By Vicki Orr
Located in Naples, FL
Authentic ancient Egyptian faïence Scarab (1000 BC) and 22k yellow gold spinner/reversible pendant on a 22k yellow gold tube link necklace.
22k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$4,850
H 1 in W 1.25 in
Ancient Egyptian Green Faience Cobra Snake Serpent Uraeus Amulet 600-300 BC 14K
Located in New York, NY
This rare Ancient Egyptian Faience Uraeus Cobra Snake Serpent Amulet, crafted between 600-300 BC, is a miniature masterpiece. The cobra is created from fine green Faience. In archae...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 19th Century Gold and Turquoise Snake Necklace with Gem-set Head
Located in New York, NY
An antique Georgian period gold, turquoise, diamond and ruby snake necklace in the form of an articulated ouroboros serpent with a turquoise studded body, diamond-set head, and caboc...
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
$16,056 / item
Victorian Holbeinesque Garnet and Chrysoberyl Pendant
Located in London, GB
A Victorian Holbeinesque garnet and chrysoberyl pendant, to the centre an oval cabochon garnet measuring 14 x 11mm, surrounded by polychrome champlevé enamel frame, encrusted with si...
Chrysoberyl, Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Enamel
Victorian Turquoise and Gold Serpent Chain Necklace
Located in London, GB
A Victorian turquoise and gold serpent chain necklace, a yellow gold muff chain set with nine turquoise beads within a yellow gold square, leading to an ornate serpent head set with ...
Garnet, Turquoise, Gold
Madeleine Albright's Scarab Pendant Necklace 18 Karat Gold Lapis With Book
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a piece of American History with Madeleine Albright's extraordinary monumental Egyptian Revival Scarab Insect Pendant Necklace with Egyptian Hieroglyphics in solid 18 Kara...
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$1,275
W 1 in L 1.5 in
Antique Victorian Ornate Fob 14k Yellow Gold Engraved Charm Seal Vintage Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Lovely antique Victorian fob (circa 1880s to 1900s) crafted in 14 karat yellow gold. The beautifully detailed antique fob was originally worn by a gentleman with a pocket watch, a ...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Carnelian Intaglio Signet Ring in Yellow Gold
Located in London, GB
An antique carnelian intaglio signet ring made in 9k yellow gold. A true piece of history, this exquisite ring features a beautifully carved carnelian intaglio stone set in a classi...
Carnelian, Yellow Gold
$297Sale Price|40% Off
FLORENZA signed vintage gold tone faux turquoise topaz designer bangle bracelet
By Florenza
Located in Palos Hills, IL
DETAILS • signed FLORENZA • gold tone with faux stones • vintage designer bracelet MEASUREMENTS • CONDITION • very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear S...
$24,596
Size: FR38 - UK10 - US6
Christian Dior by John Galliano Floral Silk Embellished Evening Dress, FW 2001
By Christian Dior, John Galliano for Christian Dior
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Christian Dior ▪ Creative Director: John Galliano ▪ Collection: Fall-Winter 2001 ▪ Fabric: Silk, Tulle ▪ Size: FR38 - UK10 - US6 ▪ Made in: France ▪ Condition: Very Good ▪ ...
$425,000
W 0.37 in D 0.25 in L 0.5 in
5.34 Carat Brazilian Alexandrite Oval Loose Gem AGL Certified – Merkaba Jewelry
By Merkaba
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Ultra-Fine Rare Brazilian Alexandrite Gemstone by Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills. Merkaba Jewelry Beverly Hills proudly presents an extraordinary treasure: a 5.34 carat Brazilian Ale...
Alexandrite, Chrysoberyl
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Sapphire & Diamond Carved Seven Stone Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Carved Ring 18ct Gold Circa 1880 Indulge in the elegance of this exquisite Victorian seven-stone ring, meticulously crafted in 18ct yellow gold. This stunning piece showc...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Christian Dior bag 'Lady Dior Art Project' 2022 by Brian Calvin
By Christian Dior
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
DIOR - 2022 "Lady Dior Art Project" Collection, under the artistic direction of Brian Calvin. Raffia Lady Dior bag with fabric fringes, in blue, yellow, and pale pink tones. One sid...
Antique 14K Yellow Gold Clustered Emeralds and Diamond Cocktail Ring for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald ring in 14K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your creativity. Designed with emeralds and diamonds that makes it a perfect fit to ...
Emerald, Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
$1,080Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.48 in L 1.5 in
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold 2.02 Carat Fire Opal Post Dangle Earrings 6.78 Grams
Located in Eagan, MN
These earrings are just beautiful! They are 14k yellow gold with opal cabochons. Two are 4 mm, one is 3 mm and 1 is 2 mm on each earring. All told each earrings has 1.01 carats o...
Opal, Fire Opal, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Renaissance Gold Agate Cameo Ring Depicting Athena & Poseidon
Located in Firenze, IT
Period: Late 16th century Provenance: Italy Ring size: 7 ¾ Dimension: 2,9 x 2,1 cm Weight: 5,9 gr Dating back to the end of the sixteenth century, this ring features an ancient gol...
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique Bohemian Garnet Victorian Bangle
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Garnet Bangle Low Grade Gold Circa 1880 Fabulous, Victorian bangle. Set with stunning, bohemian garnet stones. The centre piece is a pretty, daisy formation & the bangle ...
Garnet
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold, Victorian Cabochon Moonstone & Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Moonstone Ring 18ct Yellow Gold Circa 1880 This exquisite Victorian cluster ring showcases a stunning cabochon moonstone at its heart, radiating a captivating play of ligh...
Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cotton striped bustier dress JEAN-PAUL GAULTIER JEANS
By Gaultier Jeans
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Cotton striped bustier dress with branded snap closure on the middle front. Pocket on both side with bow and eyelet. Smocks on the side of the bust. SIZE 38 (Fr) M
Antique Ring 25ct natural Blue Sapphire solid 18K Gold Ø 4.75 US /9.6gr
Located in SE
Luxurious Antique Ring in Renaissance style, band and crown tested solid 18K Gold,not hallmarked, European, ca. XVIII - early XIX centuries. Huge cabochon of natural Light - Blue Sa...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
$376Sale Price / item|54% Off
Oval citrine cocktail ring.
By Daizy Jewellery
Located in Istanbul, TR
Oval citrine ring in 925 silver. Citrine statement ring Metal: 925 silver Weight: 4 g. depends from size Gemstones: Set with citrines, color yellow Oval cut, aprx 10 ct Clarity: Tr...
Citrine, Diamond, Silver
Antique Gold Garnets and Oriental Pearls Pendant
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This antique 14-karat gold locket pendant is a truly stunning and rare piece, perfect for collectors of fine antique jewelry. The front of the pendant features an intricate diamond-s...
Garnet, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
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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