American Flag Bracelet
2010s American Beaded Bracelets
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1940s North American Art Deco Charm Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Platinum
20th Century Italian Chain Bracelets
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Antiguan Artisan Beaded Bracelets
21st Century and Contemporary Antiguan Artisan Beaded Bracelets
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bangles
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
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20th Century American Modern Cocktail Rings
Lapis Lazuli, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
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Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1920s British Victorian Signet Rings
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1940s Italian More Necklaces
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Antique 1880s Link Necklaces
Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Beaded Bracelets
Onyx, Rhodium, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s American More Bracelets
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Drop Earrings
Diamond, White Gold
2010s American Modern Chain Necklaces
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Fashion Rings
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Engagement Rings
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Antique 1810s French Empire Pendant Necklaces
18k Gold
2010s Indian Art Deco Signet Rings
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s Unknown Retro Cuff Bracelets
Aquamarine, Diamond, 18k Gold
1990s French Bangles
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Japanese Sweaters
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Charm Bracelets
Crystal, Gold, 14k Gold
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
PVD-Coated, Stainless Steel
2010s American Beaded Bracelets
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s American Beaded Bracelets
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Cultured Pearl, Sterling Silver
2010s American Beaded Bracelets
Coral, Cultured Pearl, Lapis Lazuli, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Antiguan Artisan Beaded Bracelets
Vintage 1940s American Charm Bracelets
14k Gold
Vintage 1970s Modern Bracelets
Coral, Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
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, 2022During World War II, the American flag was the 48-star flag used from 1912 (incorporation of New Mexico and Arizona) to 1959 (incorporation of Alaska). The rows and columns of stars were arranged in a regular pattern, unlike the offset rows of the modern American flag. On 1stDibs, you’ll find a collection of antique American flags from some of the world’s top sellers.
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