Rare Bracelets
Mid-20th Century Turkmen Cuff Bracelets
Carnelian, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold
Antique Early 19th Century British George IV Link Bracelets
Cut Steel
Antique 18th Century Unknown Georgian Link Bracelets
Garnet, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s American Modern Bracelets
Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Bangles
Gold Plate
Vintage 1940s Retro Retro Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary More Bracelets
White Diamond, Amethyst, Chrysophrase, Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 2000s Unknown More Bracelets
Palladium
Early 2000s More Bracelets
Palladium, Enamel
Vintage 1950s American Artisan Cuff Bracelets
18k Gold
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Cuff Bracelets
21st Century and Contemporary South African Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Link Bracelets
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Retro Link Bracelets
Diamond, Pearl, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Retro Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique 1890s French Link Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
Early 20th Century American Art Deco Bangles
Vintage 1950s French Charm Bracelets
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1970s American Bangles
18k Gold
Vintage 1970s American Bangles
14k Gold
Vintage 1950s French Beaded Bracelets
2010s British Beaded Bracelets
Citrine, Diamond, Iolite, Topaz, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s French Cuff Bracelets
Antique 1790s European Georgian Bangles
Diamond, 15k Gold
Vintage 1950s American Beaded Bracelets
Vintage 1940s French Retro Link Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century Cuff Bracelets
Vintage 1970s More Bracelets
Vintage 1950s Link Bracelets
Crystal
Antique 1850s Victorian More Bracelets
Rock Crystal, 18k Gold, Gilt Metal
2010s Charm Bracelets
Gold
Vintage 1980s French Cuff Bracelets
Silver Plate, Gilt Metal
Vintage 1980s French Cuff Bracelets
Silver Plate, Gilt Metal
Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Clamper Bracelets
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
20th Century Link Bracelets
Jade, Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Romantic Charm Bracelets
Rose Gold
Vintage 1930s American Retro Link Bracelets
Gilt Metal
Mid-20th Century American Art Deco Bangles
20th Century French Cuff Bracelets
Gilt Metal
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Bangles
Vintage 1980s French Modern Modern Bracelets
Sterling Silver
2010s Chain Bracelets
1990s French Artisan Link Bracelets
Vintage 1980s German Cuff Bracelets
Mixed Metal
Mid-20th Century African Modern Bangles
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Link Bracelets
Gold Plate, Brass
1990s French Bangles
Mid-20th Century Italian Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Link Bracelets
Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Emerald, 18k Gold
Antique 19th Century Victorian Retro Bracelets
Emerald, Yellow Gold
Antique 1850s European Victorian Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century French Link Bracelets
Sterling Silver
1990s French Artist Charm Bracelets
Mixed Metal
20th Century American Bangles
Diamond, Gold, Enamel
Antique 19th Century More Bracelets
Diamond
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Link Bracelets
Rhodium, Base Metal
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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.
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