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Christian Dior GROSSE 1961 Chevron Brick Link Interlock Modernist Gold Bracelet
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
A very beautiful bracelet by Chr. DIOR GROSSE, signed at the back. Very excellent condition. Very
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Vintage 1960s German Art Nouveau Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold Plate

Vintage Silver Cuff Bracelet by Swedish Master Rey Urban. Made Year 1961
By Rey Urban
Located in Stockholm, SE
This sterling silver cuff bracelet has a glossy and hammered surface, and also a beautiful arched
Category

Vintage 1960s Swedish Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Silver

Vintage Silver and Rosen Quartz Cuff Bracelet by Atelier Borgila Made Year 1961
By Atelier Borgila
Located in Stockholm, SE
This sterling silver cuff bracelet is adorned with two beautiful cabochon cut rosen quartz stones
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Vintage 1960s Swedish Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Quartz, Silver

Scandinavian Modern Silver and Agate Bracelet, Erik Granit, Helsinki, 1961
By Erik Granit
Located in New York, NY
A Scandinavian modern silver bracelet with elongated oval gray agate. Made by Erik Granit, Helsinki
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Mid-20th Century Scandinavian Scandinavian Modern Collectible Jewelry

Materials

Agate, Silver

Georg Jensen 1961 Nanna Ditzel Rare Necklace 18Kt Gold Vermeil Sterling Silver
By Georg Jensen and Nanna Ditzel
Located in Miami, FL
together with Jorgen Ditzel. The co-operation lasted until the death of Jorge Ditzel in 1961. Nanna Ditzel
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Modernist Link Necklaces

Materials

Silver, Gold, Yellow Gold, Vermeil, Sterling Silver

English Sterling Silver Engraved Flowers and Leaves Bangle Bracelet 1960s
Located in London, GB
dated 1961. The makers mark is S.P.S&Co. The bracelet has scratching as expected. The clasp works well
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Vintage 1960s English Bangles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Beautiful 1960s Rhinestone White and Silver Vintage 60s Cuff Bracelet
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage 60s rhinestone, white and silver bracelet! Delicate marquise ( navette ) shaped
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Vintage 1960s Cuff Bracelets

David Webb Chestnut Enamel Horse Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
David Webb Chestnut Horse Bracelet The Chestnut Horse Bracelet, designed 1965. with enamel
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Vintage 1960s American Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Enamel

Frederick Davis Sterling Silver and Amethyst Bracelet
By Frederick Davis
Located in Darnestown, MD
This dramatic bracelet by Frederick Davis (1880 - 1961) is as unusual as it is beautiful. The
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Vintage 1940s Mexican Modernist Link Bracelets

Materials

Amethyst, Sterling Silver

Alex Jona White & Champagne Diamond Gold Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat white gold bracelet set with
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2010s Italian Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Brown Diamond, White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, White Gold

Alex Jona White & Champagne Diamond Gold Bracelet
Alex Jona White & Champagne Diamond Gold Bracelet
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H 1.74 in W 2.78 in L 7.29 in
18 Karat Yellow Gold Lucky Charm Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold luck charm bracelet. Alex
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Charm Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Tubogas Bangle Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
bracelet. Marked Alex Jona. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design and for the
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Woven Tress Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, sterling silver woven plissé tress bracelet
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Woven Plissé Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
bracelet. Also available in other widths. Marked Alex Jona Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Link Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
silver link chain bracelet. Marked Jona. Dimensions: 7.87 in. L x 0.38 in. W x 0.23 in. D 20 cm. L x 1
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Link Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Link Chain Bracelet
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Link Chain Bracelet
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W 0.38 in D 0.23 in L 7.87 in
Alex Jona Multi-Heart Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold multi heart link bracelet
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Link Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Multi-Heart Yellow Gold Bracelet
Alex Jona Multi-Heart Yellow Gold Bracelet
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W 0.22 in L 7.08 in
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Link Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
link chain bracelet. Marked Jona. Dimensions: 7.06 in. L. x 0.65 in. W x 0.63 in. D. - 18 cm. L. x
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Link Chain Bracelet
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Link Chain Bracelet
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W 0.65 in D 0.63 in L 7.06 in
Alex Jona Rose Gold Link Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat rose gold 8.27 in. long chain bracelet
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

Alex Jona Rose Gold Link Chain Bracelet
Alex Jona Rose Gold Link Chain Bracelet
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W 0.42 in L 8.27 in
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Woven Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, sterling silver chain bracelet made of woven
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
bracelet. Marked Jona. Dimensions: Diameter 2.23 in x 0.37 in. W x 0.23 in. D Diameter 56.76 mm x 9.60 mm W
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Bracelet
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Bracelet
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W 0.37 in D 0.23 in Dm 2.23 in
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Curb Link Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
silver curb link chain bracelet. Marked Jona. Dimensions: 7.87 in. L x 0.39 in. W x 0.16 in. D 20 cm. L
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Curb Link Bracelet
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Curb Link Bracelet
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W 0.4 in D 0.16 in L 7.87 in
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Curb Link Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
curb link chain bracelet. Marked Jona. Dimensions: 7.87 in. L x 0.60 in. W x 0.30 in. D 20 cm. L x
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Curb Link Bracelet
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Curb Link Bracelet
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W 0.6 in D 0.3 in L 7.87 in
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Link Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
link chain bracelet. Marked Jona. Dimensions 7,86 in. L. x 0.54 in. W x 0.15 in. D 180 mm L. x 13 mm
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2010s Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Link Chain Bracelet
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Link Chain Bracelet
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W 0.54 in D 0.15 in L 70.86 in
Alex Jona White Diamond Platinum Tennis Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, platinum tennis bracelet 7 in. long, set with
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

Alex Jona White Diamond Platinum Tennis Bracelet
Alex Jona White Diamond Platinum Tennis Bracelet
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W 2.11 in D 1.25 in L 6.69 in
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Link Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
link chain bracelet. Marked Jona. Dimensions: 7.87 in. L x 0.64 in. W x 0.31 in. D 20 cm. L x 1.62 in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Link Chain Bracelet
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Link Chain Bracelet
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W 0.64 in D 0.31 in L 7.87 in
Fred Davis Sterling Silver Green Onyx Bracelet
By Frederick Davis
Located in Chesterland, OH
A Mexican bracelet comprised of fine sterling silver with green onyx cabochons in the form of Aztec
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Native American Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Onyx, Sterling Silver

Gertrude Fiske, Jade Bracelet Oil on Canvas
Located in Bloomfield Hills, MI
Gertrude Fiske (1879-1961) The Jade Bracelet, 1910 Signed LL Measures: 17"x21" Oil on Canvas
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Early 20th Century American Paintings

Materials

Canvas

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Woven Plissé Cuff Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
bracelet. Also available in different widths. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Basket Weave Bangle Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
bangle bracelet. Marked Alex Jona. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Bangle Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
bangle bracelet. Marked Alex Jona. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design and for
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

18 Karat Yellow Gold Heart Charm Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold heart charm chain bracelet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Charm Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Burnished Sterling Silver Woven Plissé Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, sterling silver woven Plissé bracelet. Also
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Gold-Plated Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
bracelet. Marked Jona. Dimensions: Diameter 2.23 in x 0.37 in. W x 0.23 in. D - Diameter 56.76 mm x 9.60 mm
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Gold-Plated Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelet
Alex Jona Gold-Plated Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelet
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W 0.37 in D 0.23 in Dm 2.23 in
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold bangle bracelet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bangles

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
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H 2.07 in W 2.53 in D 0.18 in
Alex Jona Burnished Sterling Silver Link Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
silver link chain bracelet. Marked Jona. Dimensions: 7.87 in. L x 0.38 in. W x 0.23 in. D 20 cm. L x 1
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21st Century and Contemporary Mauritanian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Burnished Sterling Silver Link Chain Bracelet
Alex Jona Burnished Sterling Silver Link Chain Bracelet
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W 0.38 in D 0.23 in L 7.87 in
Alex Jona Mediterranean Coral Yellow Gold Cuff Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, Mediterranean Coral cuff bracelet with a 18
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2010s Italian Bangles

Materials

Coral, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold bangle bracelet. Alex
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2010s Italian Modern Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
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W 2.03 in D 0.09 in L 2.38 in
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Wicker Link Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
chain bracelet. Marked Alex Jona. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Burnished Sterling Silver Woven Plissé Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, sterling silver woven Plissé bracelet. This
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Curb Link Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
silver curb link chain bracelet. Dimensions: 7.48 in. L x 0.34 in. W x 0.24 in. D - 19 cm. L x 9mm. W
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Link Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Curb Link Chain Bracelet
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Curb Link Chain Bracelet
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W 0.34 in D 0.24 in L 7.48 in
Alex Jona White Diamond White Gold Tennis Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold tennis bracelet, set with
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2010s Italian Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Curb Link Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
silver curb link chain bracelet. Dimensions: 7.87 in. L x 0.60 in. W x 0.30 in. D - 20 cm. L x 1.54 cm. W
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Curb Link Chain Bracelet
Alex Jona Sterling Silver Curb Link Chain Bracelet
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W 0.6 in D 0.3 in L 7.87 in
Alex Jona Burnished Sterling Silver Woven Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, burnished sterling silver chain bracelet made
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold twisted wire link bracelet
Category

2010s Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
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W 0.28 in L 7.48 in
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold twisted wire link bracelet
Category

2010s Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
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W 0.33 in D 0.11 in L 7.68 in
Alex Jona Brushed Yellow Gold Wrapping Cuff Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat brushed yellow gold cuff bracelet that
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2010s Italian Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Bangle Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
bangle bracelet. Marked Jona. Dimensions: Diameter 2.55 in x 0.15 in. D - Diameter 64.91 mm x 4 mm. D
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Burnished Sterling Silver Woven Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, burnished sterling silver chain bracelet made
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

Alex Jona Sterling Silver Woven Plissé Cuff Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
bracelet. Also available in different widths. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold crossover bangle bracelet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bangles

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
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H 2.07 in W 2.35 in D 0.58 in
Alex Jona Burnished Sterling Silver Woven Plissé Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, sterling silver woven Plissé bracelet. This
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Sterling Silver

Alex Jona White Diamond White Gold Tennis Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold tennis bracelet, 7.48 in/19
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2010s Italian Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Alex Jona White Diamond White Gold Tennis Bracelet
Alex Jona White Diamond White Gold Tennis Bracelet
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H 0.13 in W 0.09 in L 7.48 in
Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Hoop Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold chain bracelet with hoops
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Charm Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Star Charm Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow star charm chain bracelet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Charm Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold, link chain bracelet
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
bracelet. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design and for the excellent quality of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
bracelet. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their special design and for the excellent quality of
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona 18 Karat White Gold Link Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat white gold chain bracelet 8.27 in
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, White Gold

Alex Jona 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Chain Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 karat yellow gold link chain bracelet. Alex
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2010s Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Alex Jona Gold-Plated Sterling Silver Cage Bangle Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Torino, IT
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, gold plated sterling silver cage bracelet with
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bangles

Materials

Gold Plate, Sterling Silver

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1961 Bracelet For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the 1961 bracelet you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, 18k gold and silver — can elevate any look. Our collection of these items for sale includes 207 vintage editions and 225 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect 1961 bracelet may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. A 1961 bracelet from Alex Jona, Rolex and Georg Jensen — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any 1961 bracelet from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a diamond version from the 56 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also cabochon and marquise cut versions for sale. Most of our 1961 bracelet for sale are for women, but there are 127 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a 1961 Bracelet?

The price for a 1961 bracelet starts at $240 and tops out at $65,138 with these bracelets, on average, selling for $2,850.

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.