10.25 Carats Natural Diamond in 14K White Gold Tennis Bracelet
Located in Bangkok, TH
This bracelet is built around 34 natural diamonds totaling an impressive 10.25 carats, meaning each stone carries substantially more weight and presence than a standard tennis line. ...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Pave Diamond Disc Cuff Bracelet 925 Silver Diamond Fashion Bracelet Fine Jewelry
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Disc Cuff Bracelet 925 Silver Diamond Fashion Bracelet Fine Jewelry Base Metal Sterling Silver, 925 parts per 1000 Diamond Weight 0.41Cts Approx Metal Sterling Silver I...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Natural pave diamond Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural pave diamond and garnet Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelet For Women . Metal: 925 Sterling Silver Gemstone: natural garnet Hallmarking: 925 Hallmarked A P P R...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
$2,000 / item
Victorian Pave Diamond Threaded hand made Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond thraded Bracelet Natural Diamond Victorian Bracelet Gemstone: Diamond Approx 25 to 30 g depends on size Approx size 7 inches All items are custom made to orde...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
$2,000 / item
Victorian Pave Diamond Threaded hand made Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond thraded Bracelet Natural Diamond Victorian Bracelet Gemstone: Diamond Approx 25 to 30 g depends on size Approx size 7 inches All items are custom made to orde...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,200 / item
Victorian Pave Diamond Threaded hand made Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond thraded Bracelet Natural Diamond Victorian Bracelet Gemstone: Diamond Approx 25 to 30 g depends on size Approx size 7 inches All items are custom made to orde...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
$1,450 / item
Victorian Pave Diamond Threaded hand made Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond thraded Bracelet Natural Diamond Victorian Bracelet Gemstone: Diamond Approx 25 to 30 g depends on size Approx size 7 inches All items are custom made to orde...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
$510 / item
Pave diamond Dze beads 925 sterling silver
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave diamond Dzee beads 925 sterling silver Materials: 925 sterling silver Gemstone: Diamond and emerald Wieght approx 10 gram A P P R O X T I M E All items are custom made ...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Enamel and Diamond Panel Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Antique Victorian Enamel and Diamond Panel Bracelet Description: This magnificent antique wide panel bracelet reflects 19th-century Victorian craftsmanship, fashioned in high-carat ...
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian Pave Diamond and blue sapphire thraded Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond and blue sapphire thraded Bracelet Natural Diamond Victorian Bracelet Gemstone: Diamond Approx 25 to 30 g depends on size Approx size 7 inches All items are c...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Purple garnet Bracelet and pave Diamond Bracelet Wedding Gift.
Located in Chicago, IL
Purple garnet and Pave Diamond Single Bracelet 925 Silver Diamond Bracelet Wedding Gift. Base Metal Sterling Silver, 925 parts per 1000 Size 7 inch Approx Metal Purity 925 parts pe...
Diamond, Garnet, Silver, Sterling Silver
Hermès Kelly Natural Diamond 0.36 Carat 18 Karat Rose Gold Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A celebrated icon of the House of Hermès, this Kelly bracelet is masterfully crafted in solid 18 karat rose gold and accented with brilliant natural diamonds. Inspired by the legenda...
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
Hand-Woven Threaded Diamond Cuff Bracelet with Sterling Silver Clasp
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Emerald And black diamond thraded Bracelet Natural Diamond Victorian Bracelet Gemstone: Diamond Approx 25 to 30 g depends on size Approx size 7 inches All item...
Diamond, Black Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Pave Diamond Palm Bracelet 925 Silver Handmade Modern Jewelry For Christmas.
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Palm Bracelet 925 Silver Handmade Modern Jewelry For Christmas. Base Metal Sterling Silver, 925 parts per 1000 Length Adjustable Size 40x77mm Metal Purity 925 parts per...
Diamond, Sterling Silver, Silver
Natural pave diamond and pueple garnet Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural pave diamond and garnet Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelet For Women . Metal: 925 Sterling Silver Gemstone: natural garnet Hallmarking: 925 Hallmarked A P P R...
Diamond, Garnet, Silver, Sterling Silver
White Gold and Diamond Twelve Strand Bracelet
By Hamilton Jewelers
Located in Princeton, NJ
An exceptional 18 karat white gold and diamond 12 strand link bracelet in the Art Deco tradition, but of modern construction. The bracelet, which features 2.16 carats of baguette dia...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Multi-Shape Yellow Fancy Diamond Eternity Tennis Bracelet In 18K Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
A captivating statement of luxury and modern artistry, this eternity tennis bracelet features a stunning sequence of multi-shaped fancy yellow diamonds set in solid 18K yellow gold. ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Natural Pave Diamond Handwoven Bracelt Beautiful Black Threaded Bracelet For Her
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Pave Diamond Handwoven Bracelt Beautiful Black Threaded Bracelet For Her. Pave Diamond thraded Bracelet Natural Diamond Victorian Bracelet Gemstone: Diamond Approx 2...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Black Threaded Bracelet Natural Pave Diamond Handmade Bracelet With Silver Clasp
Located in Chicago, IL
Black Threaded Bracelet Natural Pave Diamond Handmade Bracelet With Silver Clasp. Pave Diamond thraded Bracelet Natural Diamond Victorian Bracelet Gemstone: Diamond Approx 2...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Pave Diamond Threaded Bracelet With Sterling Silver Clasp Hand Woven Bracelet.
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Threaded Bracelet With Sterling Silver Clasp Hand Woven Bracelet. Pave Diamond thraded Bracelet Natural Diamond Victorian Bracelet Gemstone: Diamond Approx 25 t...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Hand-Woven Diamond Cuff Bracelet by NST, Sterling Silver Clasp, New
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-Woven Threaded Diamond Cuff Bracelet with Sterling Silver Clasp Pave Diamond thraded Bracelet Natural Diamond Victorian Bracelet Gemstone: Diamond Approx 25 to 30 g depe...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Hand-Woven Diamond Cuff Bracelet by NST, Sterling Silver Clasp, New
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-Woven Threaded Diamond Cuff Bracelet with Sterling Silver Clasp Pave Diamond thraded Bracelet Natural Diamond Victorian Bracelet Gemstone: Diamond Approx 25 to 30 g depe...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
$13,000 / item
Ruby and Diamond Line Bracelet in 18K White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This ruby diamond bracelet in 18K white gold features vivid red rubies alternating with diamonds in a geometric line. Its balanced arrangement creates an elegant rhythm around the wr...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pave diamond and emerald Dze beads 925 sterling silver
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave diamond and emerald Dzee beads 925 sterling silver Materials: 925 sterling silver Gemstone: Diamond and emerald Wieght approx 10 gram A P P R O X T I M E All items are ...
Diamond, Emerald, Sterling Silver
Pave diamond and emerald Dze beads 925 sterling silver
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave diamond and emerald Dzee beads 925 sterling silver Materials: 925 sterling silver Gemstone: Diamond and emerald Wieght approx 10 gram A P P R O X T I M E All items are ...
Diamond, Emerald, Sterling Silver
Hand-Woven Diamond Cuff Bracelet by NST, Sterling Silver Clasp, New
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-Woven Threaded Diamond and emerald Bracelet with Sterling Silver Clasp Pave Diamond thraded Bracelet Natural Diamond Victorian Bracelet Gemstone: Diamond Approx 25 to 3...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Hand-Woven Diamond Cuff Bracelet by NST, Sterling Silver Clasp, New
Located in Chicago, IL
Hand-Woven Threaded Diamond and emerald Bracelet with Sterling Silver Clasp Pave Diamond thraded Bracelet Natural Diamond Victorian Bracelet Gemstone: Diamond Approx 25 to 3...
Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Natural Polki Diamond enamel Hadmade Vintage Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond enamel Handmade Vintage Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Size 7.5 inch. Can Be Personalized on buyer requirement Wieght 36 Grams Approx A P P R O X T ...
Diamond, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Pave diamond and emerald Dzee beads 925 sterling silver
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave diamond and emerald Dzee beads 925 sterling silver Materials: 925 sterling silver Gemstone: Diamond and emerald A P P R O X T I M E All items are custom made to order. Ou...
Diamond, Opal, Emerald, Sterling Silver
Pave diamond textured silver yin yang pendant enamel Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave diamond textured silver yin yang pendant bracelet Bracelet charm with red and yellow enamel Dze beads 925 sterling silver Materials: 925 sterling silver Gemstone: Diamond and...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Cartier Diamond 18 Karat Rose Gold Juste Un Clou Bracelet Size 19 Full Set Mint
By Cartier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Details Designer: Cartier Collection: Juste un Clou Stone: Natural Diamond Total Diamond Weight: Approximately 0.58 Carat Diamond Cut: Brilliant Cut Diamond Count: 32 Metal: Solid 18...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Natural Rose Cut Diamond Cuff Shape Bracelet 925 Silver Fashion Jewelry Gift.
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Rose Cut Diamond Cuff Shape Bracelet 925 Silver Fashion Jewelry Gift. Metal Sterling Silver Item Length 7.5 in Main Stone Diamond Base Metal Sterling Silver Material 925 Ste...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Cartier Love Bracelet Classic Model 4 diamonds Size 20 18k Rose gold Full Set
By Cartier
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Brand: Cartier Collection: Love Bracelet Metal: 18K Rose Gold Gemstones: 0.42 Carat of Round Brilliant-Cut Diamonds Size: 20 Cm Style: Bangle Bracelet Closure: Signature Screw Lockin...
Diamond, Rose Gold
Natural Polki Diamond enamel Hadmade Vintage Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond enamel Handmade Vintage Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Size 7.5 inch. Can Be Personalized on buyer requirement Wieght 36 Grams Approx A P P R O X T ...
Diamond, Sterling Silver, Enamel
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Handmade Vintage Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Handmade Vintage Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Size 2.5 inch. Can Be Personalized on buyer requirement Wieght 60 Grams Approx A P P R O X T I M E ...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Pave diamond textured silver yin yang pendant enamel Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave diamond textured silver yin yang pendant bracelet Bracelet charm with blue and turquoise enamel Dze beads 925 sterling silver Materials: 925 sterling silver Gemstone: Diamond...
Diamond, Emerald, Sterling Silver, Silver, Enamel
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Handmade Vintage Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Handmade Vintage Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Size 7.5 inch. Can Be Personalized on buyer requirement Wieght 36 Grams Approx A P P R O X T I M E ...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Handmade Vintage Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Handmade Vintage Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Size 2.5 inch. Can Be Personalized on buyer requirement Wieght 60 Grams Approx A P P R O X T I M E ...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Handmade Vintage Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Handmade Vintage Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Size 2.5 inch. Can Be Personalized on buyer requirement Wieght 60 Grams Approx A P P R O X T I M E ...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Genuine Pave Diamond Tsavorite Leaf Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Jewelry.
Located in Chicago, IL
Genuine Pave Diamond Tsavorite Leaf Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Jewelry. Metal Sterling Silver Length Adjustable Metal Purity 925 parts per 1000 Type Bracelet Main Stone Diamond B...
Diamond, Tsavorite, Silver, Sterling Silver
Pave Diamond Link Bracelet Chain 925 Sterling Silver Chain Link Bracelet Jewelry
Located in Chicago, IL
Pave Diamond Link Bracelet Chain 925 Sterling Silver Chain Link Bracelet Jewelry Base Metal Sterling Silver, 925 parts per 1000 Metal Sterling Silver Length Adjustable Main Stone Di...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
$708Sale Price|20% Off
Retro look 5.88cts rose cut Uncut diamond sterling silver hinged bracelet
Located in Delhi, DL
Details are: Diamond type- Rose cut and uncut diamonds Diamond origin- Natural and real Diamond weight- 5.88ct Metal- Silver Metal purity- 925 silver Metal color- oxidized silver and...
Diamond, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Handmade Vintage Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Handmade Vintage Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver A P P R O X T I M E All items are custom made to order. Our approx time is about 6 - 10 business days....
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Handmade Vintage Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Handmade Vintage Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Size 7.5 inch Approx 8.5 gram A P P R O X T I M E All items are custom made to order. Our approx t...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
Genuine 1.17 Ct Pave Diamond Designer Cuff Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Handmade
Located in Chicago, IL
Genuine 1.17 Ct Pave Diamond Designer Cuff Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Handmade Metal Sterling Silver Length 7.5 - 7.99" Total Carat Weight 1.00 - 1.24 Metal Purity 925 parts per 1...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Handmade Vintage Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Chicago, IL
Natural Rose Cut Polki Diamond Handmade Vintage Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Size 7.5 inch. Can Be Personalized on buyer requirement Wieght 35 Grams Approx A P P R O X T I M E ...
Diamond, Sterling Silver
18K Yellow Gold 5.20ct Ruby and 7.02ct Diamond Hinged Bracelet
Located in Broomall, PA
This stunning bracelet features a sophisticated and symmetrical design set in 18K yellow gold. The hinged band opens to reveal two matching faces that meet in the center, each adorne...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Brilliant Cut 3.79Ct Natural Diamond Cluster Cuff Bracelet 18k White Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Brilliant Cut 3.79Ct Natural Diamond Cluster Cuff Bracelet 18k White Gold features a unique crossover design, adorned with arranged marquise-cut natural diamonds. Diamonds are a univ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Roberto Coin Black Jade Bracelet with Agate , and Diamonds
By Roberto Coin
Located in istanbul, TR
Roberto Coin Black Jade Bracelet with Agate , and Diamonds Green Agate & Black Jade Bracelet, 18K Rose Gold, with Diamonds. Six rectangles with their own style: the black decorative ...
Agate, Diamond, Jade, Black Jade, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Infinity Natural Diamond Bracelet in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. This statement diamond bangle showcases a continuous pattern of interlocked inf...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Crossover Natural Diamond Bracelet in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. This double-layered bangle features a twist design with pavé-set natural diamon...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$9,200Sale Price|20% Off
6.50 Carat European Cut Diamond Platinum Bracelet Circa 1920's
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Platinum encrusted diamond pave bracelet. The bracelet base and backside are all made of yellow-colored gold. Exceptional diamonds are pave-set in platinum. European cut diamonds se...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
Gold Cuff Bracelet Chakra Diamond Sapphire Emerald Gold Plated
By J DAUPHIN
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Multi-Gemstone Chakra Stud Cuff Bracelet 14k Gold Plated Brass Designer: J Dauphin The Multi-Gemstone Stud Cuff is a definitive architectural piece handcrafted from 14k gold-plated ...
Tanzanite, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, Emerald, White Diamond, Diamon...
Ruby & Sapphire Cuff Bracelet With Grill & Diamonds in 18k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18KT:3.090g, Diamond:17.53ct, Silver:43.416g, Ruby:6.67ct, Sapphire:3.63ct, Size: 60X60MM"
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Gold Beaded Natural Diamond Broad Bracelet in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. Introducing our elegant gold bangle, a stunning piece that combines sophisticat...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Marquise Cluster Natural Diamond Bracelet in 14k Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. This delicate bangle features a center cluster of marquise and round natural di...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Floral Design Enameled Cuff Bracelet with Diamonds in 18k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18KT:19.578g, Diamond:1.85ct, SiIver:67.952g, Enamel:6.75g, Size: 46X56X40MM"
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel
Bird Design Enameled Cuff Bracelet with Pave Diamonds on Edge
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This cuff bracelet features a stunning bird design that has been carefully enameled to showcase its intricate details and colors. The edges of the cuff are decorated with a breathtak...
Diamond, Gold, Silver, Enamel, 18k Gold
Green Enamel Natural Diamond Bracelet in 14K Solid Gold (Certified)
Located in New Delhi, DL
All our jewelry pieces are certified by a third-party laboratory such as IGI, HRD, IDGL, GIN, or SGL. This gold bangle features a clean and structured band with alternating segments...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Floral Design Enamel Cuff Bracelet with Diamonds Made in 18k Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18KT:18.122g, Diamond:1.89ct, SiIver:70.510g, Enamel:8.09g Size: 46X56X40MM"
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver, Enamel
Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.
The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.
However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)
While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.
Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.
A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.
Find unique Art Deco necklaces, earrings, bracelets and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.
From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!
There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.
Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.
In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).
When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.
Today, it would be tough to track down a jewelry lover who doesn’t have a stack of vintage bangles and other bracelets ready to go for any occasion.
People have worn bangles and other bracelets for centuries. Examples can be found in the wide range of personal adornments favored by the Ancient Egyptians, some of whom wore bracelets and armlets made of gold and flecked with gemstones such as lapis and turquoise.
Fashion has evolved over the years, but the popularity of bangles has remained the same. Jewelry makers have created cuffs in all manner of styles, and no matter what your taste, you can find antique and vintage diamond bangles, ruby bangles, emerald bangles and more to suit you and to pair with any of your favorite ensembles. And although “bracelets” and “bangles” are often used interchangeably, there is a difference between the two.
Bangles are solid, one-piece bands that are always characterized by their rigid ring shape. Today, they’re made of metal, plastic, wood or other materials. Because this cuff is a solid piece, you have to slide it over your hand. Bracelets, however, are flexible pieces. Whether they’re charm bracelets, link bracelets, beaded bracelets or another variety, you open and close a bracelet at its ends, where it locks around your wrist with a clasp.
Bracelets and bangles suit most anyone, and there’s a style of bangle for every occasion, whether you’ve opted for an Art Deco bangle, a Victorian-era bangle or another kind. And their versatility doesn’t end there. Jewelry lovers know that when it comes to bangle bracelets (and other kinds of bracelets), you never have to choose just one. Just as you might wear a vintage tennis bracelet by itself or pair it with other thin bracelets, you can opt for a simple pared-down look with a single bangle or go big and stack your sculptural modern bangles to deepen their impact or double up your classic gold bangles and pair them with a T-shirt and jeans or a comfortable cotton day dress.
Browse an extensive collection of vintage bangle bracelets and other bracelets on 1stDibs. Find extraordinary works by iconic jewelry houses such as Cartier, Tiffany & Co. and David Webb, or peruse the array of link bracelets, cuff bracelets and diamond bangle bracelets for innumerable accessorizing options.