18 Karat Bracelet
Vintage 1960s American Link Bracelets
18k Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1980s Italian Bangles
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Unknown Link Bracelets
18k Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Modern Bangles
White Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cuff Bracelets
Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Modern Modern Bracelets
White Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Romantic Bangles
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s Italian More Bracelets
White Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s More Bracelets
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Chain Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century French Art Deco Chain Bracelets
18k Gold, White Gold
2010s American Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 2000s American Modern Bracelets
Moonstone, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s American Art Deco Cuff Bracelets
Onyx, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1990s American Romantic Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary More Bracelets
White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Modern Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Greek Classical Greek Link Bracelets
Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
21st Century and Contemporary Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 2000s American Art Deco Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary More Bracelets
Diamond
2010s British Modern Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Black Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Link Bracelets
Vintage 1980s American Cuff Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Art Deco Link Bracelets
18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Unknown Retro Link Bracelets
18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Emirian Romantic Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Retro Bracelets
18k Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets
Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Charm Bracelets
Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Art Deco Beaded Bracelets
18k Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Retro Modern Bracelets
18k Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Link Bracelets
Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Link Bracelets
Antique Late 19th Century Retro Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, Brown Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s French Retro Retro Bracelets
18k Gold
20th Century Contemporary Link Bracelets
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Charm Bracelets
Diamond, Gold
2010s Contemporary Link Bracelets
18k Gold
2010s Italian Artisan Chain Bracelets
Opal, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Retro Retro Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Italian Retro Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s Unknown Retro Chain Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian More Bracelets
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s American Bangles
18k Gold, 22k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Chain Bracelets
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Bangles
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Contemporary Cuff Bracelets
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Retro Bracelets
Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Chain Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Bangles
White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary British Contemporary Bangles
Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Link Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Modern Retro Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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18 Karat Bracelet For Sale on 1stDibs
How Much is a 18 Karat Bracelet?
Finding the Right Bracelets for You
Today, antique and vintage bracelets are versatile and universally loved accessories that can add polish and pizzazz to any ensemble.
Bracelets were among the jewels discovered to have been buried with Pharaoh Tutankhamun when his tomb was unearthed in 1922, and wrist and arm bracelets were allegedly worn by Queen Puabi in Sumer, southern Mesopotamia. But preceding the adornments of Ancient Egypt and elsewhere, the people of prehistoric times likely wore the decorative accessory, fashioning it from shells and fish bones. When the Bronze Age allowed for more durable materials and semiprecious stones to be incorporated into jewelry, bracelets became a treasured symbol of wealth.
In the thousands of years following the debut of the world’s first bracelets, the artistry behind this common accessory has only broadened, with designers at popular jewelry houses growing more venturesome over time. David Webb looked to nature for his Animal Kingdom bracelets, and for her best-selling bracelets and more at Tiffany & Co., Elsa Peretti would frequently do the same. From bangles to tennis bracelets, the modern age offers plenty of options.
Internationally acclaimed bracelet designs have on occasion become powerful symbols of status, style and, in the case of Cartier's iconic design, love. The Cartier Love bracelet can be found on the wish list of most jewelry lovers and on the wrist of some of the world’s biggest stars. Its arrangement of mock screwheads and distinctive functionality — it was initially locked and unlocked with an accompanying vermeil screwdriver — is an enduring expression of loyalty, unity and romance. (Do you know how to spot a fake Cartier Love bracelet?)
While the Love bracelet has played a role in the skyrocketing popularity of cuff-style bracelets, they are far from the only glamorous option for collectors. Make a statement with an Art Deco design, a style that sees all kinds of iterations fitted with studded cuffs, one-of-a-kind shapes and dazzling insets. A chunky vintage gold bracelet in the Retro style will prove eye-catching and elevate any outfit.
One of the best things about bracelets, however, is that you never have to choose just one. Style icon Jacqueline Kennedy stacked her Croisillon bracelets — designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. — with such frequency that the ornate bangles were eventually dubbed “Jackie bracelets” by reporters. Contemporary silver pieces can easily complement each other, rendering a layering of luxury almost a necessity.
Find a diverse collection of bracelets that you can sort by style, stone cut and more on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023Yes, there is such a thing as 18-karat. The term describes metal that is 75 percent pure gold, with the remaining 25 percent being an alloy like aluminum, copper, nickel, iron or zinc. On 1stDibs, find a variety of gold jewelry and decorative objects.
- 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry is 18-karat gold, not 14-karat. The luxury jewelry designer makes necklaces, bracelets, rings, earrings and cufflinks in 18-karat white, gold and rose gold. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of Van Cleef and Arpels jewelry.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 8, 2023Whether 14-karat or 18-karat white gold is better for a wedding band depends largely on your preferences. If you like the look of white gold with a warmer tone, you may wish to opt for 18-karat gold because it often appears yellower due to its higher gold content. On the other hand, 14-karat white gold wedding bands tend to be durable, making them a good option for people most concerned with keeping their rings scratch-free. Find an assortment of white gold wedding bands on 1stDibs.
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How to Spot a Fake Cartier Love Bracelet
This iconic jewel has captured countless hearts with its elegant design and its amatory symbolism. Counterfeiters have taken note of the demand and created fake versions. If you’re looking for a genuine Cartier Love bracelet, it’s crucial to check all the elements for authenticity. Our guide will teach you the telltale traits of a knockoff.
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