18k Elephant Bracelet
1990s Unknown Contemporary Bangles
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Unknown Bangles
Coral, Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Unknown Retro Link Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Clamper Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s European Retro Retro Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
20th Century American Modern Bangles
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
20th Century Charm Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Italian Link Bracelets
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Chain Bracelets
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets
Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Aesthetic Movement Clamper Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, Tsavorite, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver
2010s American Contemporary Modern Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, 24k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
1990s American Contemporary Link Bracelets
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
2010s Thai Contemporary More Bracelets
Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s European Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Thai More Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
2010s Thai Contemporary More Bracelets
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Spanish Link Bracelets
Diamond, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Artisan Link Bracelets
Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s French Charm Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1930s Spanish Art Deco Collectible Jewelry
Multi-gemstone, Gold
Vintage 1930s French Art Deco Charm Bracelets
Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Chain Necklaces
White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Bangles
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Modern Cuff Bracelets
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s American Link Bracelets
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Italian Drop Necklaces
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Gold, Silver
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Link Bracelets
Iolite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Art Deco More Jewelry
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Contemporary Link Bracelets
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1910s French Art Nouveau Bangles
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s English Engagement Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s American More Bracelets
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Bracelets
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Etruscan Revival Pendant Necklaces
Garnet, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s American Modernist Cuff Bracelets
Coral, Jade, Black Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Cuff Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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2010s Italian Contemporary Chain Bracelets
Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
Early 2000s Thai Modern Link Necklaces
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Zimbabwean Artist Bangles
18k Gold
Late 20th Century American Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
2010s Zimbabwean Artist Bangles
18k Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary More Bracelets
18k Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Bangles
18k Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Vermeil
Late 20th Century Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
20th Century American Modern Bangles
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Collectible Jewelry
Multi-gemstone, Gold
Late 20th Century American Artisan Bangles
18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Cuff Bracelets
Emerald, 18k Gold
20th Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Gold
Vintage 1970s Unknown Bangles
18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Retro Link Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
1990s American Modern Clamper Bracelets
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Modern Link Bracelets
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Cuff Bracelets
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Italian Link Bracelets
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian More Bracelets
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s French Charm Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Bangles
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s French Modern Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rhodium
20th Century Unknown Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s American Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century Link Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Italian Link Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold
1990s Cuff Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s American Charm Bracelets
Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century American Modern Link Bracelets
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century French Charm Bracelets
Emerald, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Unknown More Bracelets
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s French More Bracelets
18k Gold
20th Century Cuff Bracelets
Gold
20th Century Cuff Bracelets
Gold
1990s Italian Bangles
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Retro Bracelets
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Renaissance Retro Bracelets
Diamond, Tsavorite, White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, 14k Gold, Sterling Si...
21st Century and Contemporary More Bracelets
Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Charm Bracelets
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Renaissance Retro Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Tsavorite, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Sterling Si...
20th Century Swiss Charm Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
20th Century French Modern Charm Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s French Modernist Link Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s French Bangles
18k Gold
1990s British Retro Charm Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s French Charm Bracelets
18k Gold
Vintage 1970s American Contemporary Bangles
Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s Spanish Art Nouveau Bangles
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s French Charm Bracelets
18k Gold
Vintage 1940s French Charm Bracelets
18k Gold
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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.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The elephant is a symbol of good luck and of good fortune. Bring someone good luck by gifting them an elephant bracelet. You can shop a collection of elephant bracelets from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 21, 2023Whether a wedding band should be 14K or 18K depends on your personal preferences. Because it contains more pure gold, 18-karat gold will usually show off a richer color and be less likely to fade over time. On the other hand, 14-karat gold is less prone to scratching and damage because it has more alloy metals. Explore a large collection of gold wedding bands on 1stDibs.
- Is 18K gold good for earrings?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 14, 2023Yes, 18-karat gold can be good for earrings. Because it is an alloy, 18-karat gold is more durable and scratch-resistant than pure 24-karat gold. You can find 18-karat gold in rich warm yellow, cooler white with warm undertones and light pink rose. On 1stDibs, explore a large collection of gold earrings.
- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023The difference between 14K and 18K white gold stud earrings comes down to the content of the precious metal alloy. Stud earrings made of 14-karat white gold are 58.3% gold and 41.7% base metal, while 18-karat gold is 75% pure gold and 25% other metals. As a result, 14-karat white gold tends to be stronger and more resistant to scratching, and 18-karat gold will have a more noticeable warm-glowing yellow tinge. On 1stDibs, shop a range of white gold stud earrings.
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