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4 Strand Pearl Bracelet

Vintage 1950s 4 Strand Pearl Bracelet with Sapphire Flower Clasp
Vintage 1950s 4 Strand Pearl Bracelet with Sapphire Flower Clasp

Vintage 1950s 4 Strand Pearl Bracelet with Sapphire Flower Clasp

Located in New York, NY

Finely crafted in 14k yellow gold with 80 pearls of 6mm, Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 1.30 carats, and Round cut Sapphires weighing approximately a ...

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Vintage 1950s Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold

Vintage GIA 16.50ctw Cat's-Eye Moonstone Diamond Cultured Pearl 4 Strands 14KWG
Vintage GIA 16.50ctw Cat's-Eye Moonstone Diamond Cultured Pearl 4 Strands 14KWG

Vintage GIA 16.50ctw Cat's-Eye Moonstone Diamond Cultured Pearl 4 Strands 14KWG

Located in New York, NY

Step into a realm of refined elegance with this jeweled vintage mid-century High-Luster Japanese Akoya 4-Strand Pearl Bracelet . A captivating dance of light and texture, it features...

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Vintage 1950s Retro Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Pearl, Diamond, Moonstone, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Retro 4-Strand Cultured Pearl, 18k White Gold, and Diamond Bracelet
Retro 4-Strand Cultured Pearl, 18k White Gold, and Diamond Bracelet

Retro 4-Strand Cultured Pearl, 18k White Gold, and Diamond Bracelet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine retro pearl, white gold, and diamond bracelet. Comprising 4 strands of pearls each with 22 white pearls.

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20th Century Unknown Retro Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

White Gold Pearl Heart Knotted Strand Bracelet 6 3/4" - 14k Love
White Gold Pearl Heart Knotted Strand Bracelet 6 3/4" - 14k Love

White Gold Pearl Heart Knotted Strand Bracelet 6 3/4" - 14k Love

Located in Greensboro, NC

Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Cultured Pearls Bracelet Style: Knotted Strand Fastening Type: Fold-Over Clasp Theme: Heart, Love Measurements Chain Width: 9/32"...

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21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

White Gold Cultured Pearl Vintage Triple Strand Bracelet 6 3/4" - 14k Bead
White Gold Cultured Pearl Vintage Triple Strand Bracelet 6 3/4" - 14k Bead

White Gold Cultured Pearl Vintage Triple Strand Bracelet 6 3/4" - 14k Bead

Located in Greensboro, NC

Era: Vintage Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Cultured Pearls Cut: Bead Color: White Cultured Cultured Pearls Cut: Beads Color: White Bracelet Style: Triple Stran...

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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Bracelets

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Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

4-Strand Japanese Cultured Pearl Bracelet with 18 Karat Gold & Diamond Bar Clasp
4-Strand Japanese Cultured Pearl Bracelet with 18 Karat Gold & Diamond Bar Clasp

4-Strand Japanese Cultured Pearl Bracelet with 18 Karat Gold & Diamond Bar Clasp

By Cellini

Located in New York, NY

Classic and elegant is the best way to describe this magnificent Japanese cultured pearl bracelet. Comprised of 4 rows of (86) 7mm cultured pearls and enhanced with 18kt white gold ...

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1990s Italian Contemporary Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cultured Pearl w/ 14k Gold Textured Buckle Style 4 Row Strand 5-6mm Bracelet
Cultured Pearl w/ 14k Gold Textured Buckle Style 4 Row Strand 5-6mm Bracelet

Cultured Pearl w/ 14k Gold Textured Buckle Style 4 Row Strand 5-6mm Bracelet

Located in Montclair, NJ

--Stone(s):-- 108 Genuine Cultured Pearls - Round Shape - Strung - Nice White Creamy w/ Pink Overstone Color - Good Luster - 5-6mm each approx. Material: Solid 14K Yellow Gold Clasp...

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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Cultured Pearl Double Strand Bracelet 8 1/4" - 18k Rd .80ctw
Yellow Gold Diamond Cultured Pearl Double Strand Bracelet 8 1/4" - 18k Rd .80ctw

Yellow Gold Diamond Cultured Pearl Double Strand Bracelet 8 1/4" - 18k Rd .80ctw

Located in Greensboro, NC

Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .80ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: F - G Clarity: VS1 - VS2 Cultured Pearls Total Carats: .80ctw Brac...

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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Vintage West German White & Gray Faux Pearl 4-Strand Bracelet
Vintage West German White & Gray Faux Pearl 4-Strand Bracelet

Vintage West German White & Gray Faux Pearl 4-Strand Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

This vintage West German bracelet features two strands of white and two strands of iridescent gray faux pearls in a silver tone setting.

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Mid-20th Century German Retro Bracelets

Akoya Cultured Pearl, Ruby and Gold Strand Bracelet
Akoya Cultured Pearl, Ruby and Gold Strand Bracelet

Akoya Cultured Pearl, Ruby and Gold Strand Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

This 4 row Akoya Cultured Pearl strand bracelet is enhanced by three 18k white gold ruby spacers, as well as a ruby clasp.

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21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold

1960s Pearl Diamond Platinum 4-Strand Bracelet
1960s Pearl Diamond Platinum 4-Strand Bracelet

1960s Pearl Diamond Platinum 4-Strand Bracelet

Located in Bethesda, MD

This bracelet is circa 1960 and features 4 strands of 6.5-7mm pearls accented by 97 diamonds with a total weight of 6 carats.

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Vintage 1960s American Retro Retro Bracelets

Materials

Cultured Pearl, Diamond, Platinum

4 Strand Cultured Pearl Bracelet Vintage Gemstone 18k White Gold 7" Emerald
4 Strand Cultured Pearl Bracelet Vintage Gemstone 18k White Gold 7" Emerald

4 Strand Cultured Pearl Bracelet Vintage Gemstone 18k White Gold 7" Emerald

Located in Torrance, CA

Finely detailed vintage 4 strand cultured pearl bracelet crafted in 18 karat white gold (circa 1950s to 1960s).

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Mid-20th Century American Retro Beaded Bracelets

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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, ...

Art Deco 1930’s cultured pearl and diamond bracelet.
Art Deco 1930’s cultured pearl and diamond bracelet.

Art Deco 1930’s cultured pearl and diamond bracelet.

Located in Toronto, ON

1930’s 4-strand cultured pearl and diamond bracelet. The bracelet with three white gold and diamond bar dividers accented with white gold and diamond split gallery clasp. total of 55...

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Vintage 1930s Art Deco More Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold

Vintage 14k White Gold Diamond 4-Strand Pearl Bracelet
Vintage 14k White Gold Diamond 4-Strand Pearl Bracelet

Vintage 14k White Gold Diamond 4-Strand Pearl Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

This elegant vintage bracelet features four lustrous strands of pearls, gracefully secured by a 14k white gold clasp. The clasp is adorned with a delicate diamond and pearl arrangeme...

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20th Century Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Freshwater Pearl Strand Bracelet 6 3/4" - 10k
Yellow Gold Freshwater Pearl Strand Bracelet 6 3/4" - 10k

Yellow Gold Freshwater Pearl Strand Bracelet 6 3/4" - 10k

Located in Greensboro, NC

Metal Content: 10k Yellow Gold Stone Information: Freshwater Pearls Color: White Bracelet Style: Strand Closure Type: Spring Ring Clasp Measurements Length 6 3/4" Width 1/4" (5....

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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Bracelets

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Freshwater Pearl, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Simulated Pearl Knotted Strand Bracelet 7 1/4" - 14k
Yellow Gold Simulated Pearl Knotted Strand Bracelet 7 1/4" - 14k

Yellow Gold Simulated Pearl Knotted Strand Bracelet 7 1/4" - 14k

Located in Greensboro, NC

Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Simulated Pearls Color: Cream Size: 7.9mm Style: Knotted Strand Fastening Type: Fishhook Clasp Measurements Length: 7 1/4" Width...

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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Tiffany & Co. Freshwater Pearl Strand Bracelet 7 1/4" Sterling Silver 925 Toggle
Tiffany & Co. Freshwater Pearl Strand Bracelet 7 1/4" Sterling Silver 925 Toggle

Tiffany & Co. Freshwater Pearl Strand Bracelet 7 1/4" Sterling Silver 925 Toggle

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Greensboro, NC

Retail Price: $600 Brand: Tiffany & Co. Design: Toggle Bracelet Metal Content: Sterling Silver Stone Information Freshwater Pearls Color: White Style: Strand Fastening Type: Tog...

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21st Century and Contemporary Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Freshwater Pearl, Sterling Silver

Art Deco Pearl and Diamond Bracelet Wide 4 Strand Row Wide Japanese Akoya
Art Deco Pearl and Diamond Bracelet Wide 4 Strand Row Wide Japanese Akoya

Art Deco Pearl and Diamond Bracelet Wide 4 Strand Row Wide Japanese Akoya

Located in Santa Barbara, CA

Understated vintage elegance awaits the wearer of this sublime Art Deco pearl and diamond bracelet. Set with 4 rows of lustrous Japanese Akoya pearls, the multiple strands are spaced...

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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Haskell Freshwater Pearl Flower Bracelet
Haskell Freshwater Pearl Flower Bracelet

Haskell Freshwater Pearl Flower Bracelet

By Miriam Haskell

Located in New York, NY

4 strand freshwater pearl bracelet by Miriam Haskell with embroidered large multi flower clasp.

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Vintage 1950s American Beaded Bracelets

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Gilt Metal

Givenchy Pearl Bracelet with Fruit Salad Clasp
Givenchy Pearl Bracelet with Fruit Salad Clasp

Givenchy Pearl Bracelet with Fruit Salad Clasp

By Givenchy

Located in New York, NY

Elegant Givenchy 4 strand faux pearl bracelet with elaborate Art Deco style Tutti Frutti clasp. 1980's France. 7.5" x 1".

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Vintage 1980s French Art Deco Beaded Bracelets

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Gilt Metal

Vintage 1950s 4-Strand Gray & White Faux Pearl Bracelet
Vintage 1950s 4-Strand Gray & White Faux Pearl Bracelet

Vintage 1950s 4-Strand Gray & White Faux Pearl Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

This vintage 1950s bracelet is made with 4 strands of dark gray & white faux pearls with clear crystal accents in a silver-tone setting.

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Vintage 1950s Beaded Bracelets

Hammerman Bros. Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Torsade Bracelet

Hammerman Bros. Pearl Diamond Yellow Gold Torsade Bracelet

By Hammerman Brothers

Located in Phoenix, AZ

A fine Hammerman Bros. ten strand cultured pearl (4-4.5mm) bracelet. Signed locking clasp features approx. .20ctw diamonds.

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Vintage 1950s American Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold

1970s Cartier Pearl Onyx Diamond Gold Platinum Necklace Bracelet Suite
1970s Cartier Pearl Onyx Diamond Gold Platinum Necklace Bracelet Suite

1970s Cartier Pearl Onyx Diamond Gold Platinum Necklace Bracelet Suite

By Cartier

Located in New York, NY

Also Include In Ensemble Is a {4} Strand 8MM Cultured Pearls Flexible Bracelet Measuring 1 Inch Wide And 8 inches Long, Embellished With A Large Geometric Gold, Platinum, Onyx & Diam...

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Vintage 1970s American More Necklaces

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum

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Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, Platinum

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Located in New York, NY

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Pearl, Ruby, White Gold

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By Hermès

Located in Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire

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Located in Chicago, IL

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4 Strand Pearl Bracelet For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, you can find the most appropriate 4 strand pearl bracelet for your needs in our varied inventory. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 14k Gold and 18k Gold. You can easily find a 257 antique edition and 68 modern creations to choose from as well. Making the right choice when shopping for a 4 strand pearl bracelet may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. A 4 strand pearl bracelet from Chanel, Miriam Haskell and Marina J. — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. While most can agree that any 4 strand pearl bracelet from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Pearl version from the 184 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also bead and mixed cut versions for sale. When shopping for a 4 strand pearl bracelet, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a 4 Strand Pearl Bracelet?

Prices for a 4 strand pearl bracelet can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $115 and can go as high as $120,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $1,800.

The Legacy of Pearl in Jewelry Design

The pearl has been synonymous with ladylike elegance since the Tudor period — learn what to look for when shopping for vintage and antique pearl jewelry as well as how to tell the origin of a pearl with our handy primer.

Every woman at some point in her life desires a simple strand of pearls. They are elegant, timeless, versatile — just ask Coco Chanel or Jacqueline Kennedy — and valuable. In 1917, Pierre Cartier famously traded a double-strand of natural pearls for a Fifth Avenue mansion, the Cartier brand’s flagship store ever since. And if you were born in the beginning of summer, pearl is the June birthstone.

It is possible to tell where a pearl originated from its appearance. Akoyas are usually round and white — the classic pearl, if you will. South Sea pearls are normally larger and vary in color; orangey yellow ones are not uncommon. Tahitian pearls are mostly black but can also be gray or brown, and between the Akoya and the South Sea varieties in size. Freshwater pearls, or Orientals, run the gamut in terms of color and size, but in shape, they tend to resemble Rice Krispies. Another important distinction is a round pearl versus a baroque pearl. A round pearl is self-explanatory, but there are two types of baroque pearls: symmetrical and asymmetrical. In general, the symmetrical variation commands a higher valuation. Within a strand of pearls, uniformity is prized — the more the individual pearls resemble one another, the more valuable the strand.

According to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), the earliest recorded mention of a pearl was in 2206 BC by a Chinese historian. Centuries later, Christopher Columbus made it a point to visit pearl fisheries during his 15th-century exploration of the Caribbean. Since the late-19th century, the Japanese have been at the forefront of cultivating pearls, when jeweler Kokichi Mikimoto successfully cultured the world’s first pearl in 1893.

On 1stDibs, find vintage and antique pearl necklaces, pearl earrings and other accessories.

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.