Georg Jensen Paris Bracelet
Vintage 1970s Danish Modernist Choker Necklaces
Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Danish Modernist Link Bracelets
Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Link Bracelets
Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel, Silver
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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Iolite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Sapphire, Platinum
2010s American Byzantine Beaded Necklaces
Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, Turquoise
Vintage 1980s American Modern Link Necklaces
Antique 1870s British Victorian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Choker Necklaces
White Diamond, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique 19th Century Italian Etruscan Revival Link Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Italian Evening Bags and Minaudières
1960s North American Vests
Mid-20th Century Unknown Artisan Multi-Strand Necklaces
Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1960s Italian Modernist Cocktail Rings
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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Sterling Silver, Silver, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
2010s Israeli Art Deco Choker Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1980s British Clip-on Earrings
Rhodium, Base Metal
1990s French Modern Pendant Necklaces
Silver, Sterling Silver
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20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Link Bracelets
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970s Danish Modernist Clamper Bracelets
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Danish Modernist Link Bracelets
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1940s Danish Modernist More Bracelets
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1940s Danish Art Deco Link Bracelets
Sterling Silver
20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Link Bracelets
Carnelian, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s Danish Link Bracelets
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Danish Art Nouveau Link Bracelets
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1940s Danish Modernist Link Bracelets
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Danish Modernist Bangles
Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Danish Modernist Bangles
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century More Bracelets
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Malachite, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Danish More Jewelry
Malachite, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Danish Modernist Bangles
Sterling Silver
20th Century Danish Art Nouveau More Bracelets
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1920s Danish Art Nouveau More Bracelets
Amber, Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century More Bracelets
Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Bracelets
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s Danish Modern Link Bracelets
Sterling Silver
20th Century Danish Link Bracelets
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Danish Clip-on Earrings
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1940s Danish Modern Link Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1940s Danish Clip-on Earrings
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1940s Danish More Rings
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Danish More Necklaces
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1940s Danish Link Bracelets
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970s Danish Link Bracelets
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Danish Modern Bracelets
Late 20th Century Danish Link Bracelets
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1950s Danish Modern Tennis Bracelets
Other, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Danish Link Bracelets
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1920s Danish Art Nouveau Link Bracelets
Labradorite, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Danish Bangles
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1940s Danish Clip-on Earrings
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Danish Modernist Link Bracelets
Sterling Silver
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.