Art Deco Wide Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Diamond and White Gold Bracelet. 608 Round Diamonds weighing approximately 9.50 Carats. 5/8 inches in width. 7.25 inches.
Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cuff Bracelets
Diamond
Art Deco Wide Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Diamond and White Gold Bracelet. 608 Round Diamonds weighing approximately 9.50 Carats. 5/8 inches in width. 7.25 inches.
Diamond
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Ruby Bracelet Cuff
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Platinum Diamond Ruby Bracelet Cuff Details: Length: 7.5 inches Weight: 42.4 grams In excellent condition
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Bracelet on Modern Gold Cuff
Located in Nashville, TN
In this case, it's also a perfect melding of old and new! The base of this bracelet is a wide and modern yellow gold cuff that's had an Art Deco platinum link bracelet soldered on t...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum, Gold
Antique Bohemian Art Deco 14K Gold Cuff Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
Details: Item Type: Cuff Bangle Bracelet Metal: 14K Yellow Gold (ribbed texture) Diameter: 2.5-inch Width: 1.5-inch Weight: 95.8 Grams Center Stone Details: Type: Diamond Carat: 10 ...
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$9,600Sale Price|33% Off
Art Deco 18K Gold Cuff Bracelet by Laura Gallon with 2.22ct Diamonds
Located in Los Angeles, US
A slip-on solid gold cuff bracelet illuminated with glittering diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Dragon Diamond Cuff Bracelet Art Déco Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The dragon cuff bracelet with diamonds features 8.77 carats of round diamonds of top quality (F/VVS).
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond Onyx Cuff Bracelet Art Déco Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The cuff bracelet carries 17.54 carats of round diamonds of top quality (F/VVS).
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,400Sale Price|20% Off
Black Opal White Diamond Yellow Gold Art Deco Cuff Bracelet, Just Jules
By Julie Romanenko
Located in Dallas, TX
One of a Kind Deco Cuff Bracelet by acclaimed designer Julie Romanenko hand-fabricated in intricately textured and beaded solid 14k yellow gold showcasing a gorgeous 3.0 carat oval b...
Diamond, Opal, Black Opal, Multi-gemstone, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yell...
Diamond Cuff Bracelet Black Agate Art Déco Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The cuff bracelet with diamonds features 8.07 carats of round diamonds of top quality (F/VVS).
Diamond, White Diamond
Emerald and Diamond Cuff Bracelet Art Déco Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The emerald and diamond cuff bracelet features 7 magnificent emerald cut emeralds of Zambian origin for a total of 23.63 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
Ruby and Diamond Cuff Bracelet Art Déco Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The ruby and diamond cuff bracelet features 7 oval cut Mozambique rubies of pigeon blood color and crystalline texture for a total of 45.07 carats.
Crystal, White Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Pearl Diamond Onyx Cuff Bracelet Art Déco Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The pearl and diamond cuff bracelet features 24 rows each set with 10 Japanese Akoya pearls for a total of 240 lustrous pearls of slight graduation as required by the precise conic d...
Diamond, Onyx, Cultured Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Golden Pearl Diamond Onyx Cuff Bracelet Art Déco Design Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The golden South Sea pearl and diamond bracelet features eight large pearls separated by bridges set with diamonds and decorated with black onyx, lending the jewel a distinctive art ...
White Diamond, Onyx, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Style 7.20 Carat Total Diamond Flex Cuff Bracelet 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Unbelievably gorgeous diamond bracelet with brilliant sparkle and shine. Featuring 5 rows of shimmering natural diamonds, this incredible bracelet will make you feel like a star. Th...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Tahitian Pearl and Diamond Cuff Bracelet Art Déco Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The Tahitian pearl and diamond bracelet features seven large pearls of silver overtone separated by seven motifs in white gold. The custom cut black onyx detail lends the bracelet an...
White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Onyx, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
24.40 Carat Emerald Mosaic Art Deco Style Modern Coomi Cuff Bracelet
By Coomi
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning statement bracelet from Coomi set in the bold color of Emerald weighing approximately 24.40cts and Diamonds 6.61cts made with 20 Karat Yellow Gold, brought to you from the l...
Emerald, Yellow Gold
Ruby Diamond Gold Tapered Cuff Bracelet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
It's a substantial cuff yet sits comfortably. Set in 18k white gold the Rubies and Diamonds embrace the clean and elegant design. Diamond: 5.45ct Ruby: 33.50ct
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Onyx Cuff Bracelet Art Déco Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond cuff bracelet features eight large pearls separated by bridges set with diamonds and decorated with black onyx, lending the jewel a distinctive art dé...
White Diamond, Onyx, South Sea Pearl, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl and Diamond Cuff Bracelet Art Déco Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The South Sea pearl and diamond bracelet features seven large pearls separated by seven motifs in white gold. The custom cut black onyx detail lends the bracelet an art déco look. Th...
White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Onyx, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Style Ruby Mosaic 20 Karat Yellow Gold Coomi Cuff Bracelet
By Coomi
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Featuring 20K Yellow Gold and two rows of Mozambique Ruby at an approximate weight of 21.94cts and Diamonds at 6.75cts. The bold cuff bracelet was also inspired by a Mosaic art and A...
Ruby, Yellow Gold
18K Yellow Gold Deco Lapis Lazuli Diamond Cuff Bracelet
By Valentin Magro
Located in New York, NY
Influenced by the splendor motifs of classic Art Deco, this bracelet features an 18k yellow gold cuff with triangular accents.
Lapis Lazuli, Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco bracelet diamonds, sapphires on silver, Edwardian period
Located in PARIS, FR
Art Deco sapphire bracelet in silver. Bracelet with geometric lines typical of the Art Deco period. This bracelet is set with 21 old-cut diamonds, framed by small rose-cut diamonds a...
Diamond, Sapphire, Silver
Art Deco 2.50ct Emerald and Diamond Bracelet, c.1920s
Located in London, GB
Iconically Art Deco in it’s design, this stunning bracelet was hand crafted in the 1920s. The design centres around five baguette cut emeralds spread across its length. The largest s...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$7,200Sale Price|20% Off
Cuff Bracelet in Grill Pattern with Pave Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
A bold and luxurious cuff bracelet designed in an intricate grill pattern, fully embellished with pave-set diamonds. Crafted in silver, this statement piece exudes elegance and grand...
Diamond, Silver
1920s Art Deco Diamond and Unheated Ruby Bracelet, marked Paris
Located in London, GB
This delicate Art Deco bracelet from 1920's is made of 9k gold and set with round cut diamonds and mixed cut natural rubies. Each section of the bracelet is embellished with a centra...
Diamond, Ruby, 9k Gold
Cuff Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Natural Pave Diamond Bracelet Gift For Women.
Located in Chicago, IL
Cuff Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver Natural Pave Diamond Bracelet Gift For Women. Base Metal: Sterling Silver, 925 parts per 1000 Main Stone: Diamond Main Stone Creation: Natural Sty...
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
14k Solid Gold Natural Pave Diamond Bracelet Cuff Bangle Bracelet For Women.
Located in Chicago, IL
14k Solid Gold Natural Pave Diamond Bracelet Cuff Bangle Bracelet For Women. 14k Gold Weight:- 3.50 Grams Diamond Weight:- 0.33 Carat
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Schreiber and Hiller 1930s Art Deco Vintage Statement Cuff
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
Keep it sleek and pair this bracelet small diamond or emerald stud earrings, a classic clutch and minimal rings.
Base Metal
5.94 Carat Diamond Pave and White Gold Cuff Bracelet
Located in Hamburg, DE
Adorn your wrist with this captivating cuff bracelet, expertly crafted from 18K white gold from our renowned Bricks collection.. The bracelet features a remarkable 5.94 carats of bri...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,895 / item
1.76ct Baguette Diamond Art - Deco Tennis Bracelet
Located in Fatih, 34
Product Details : • Made to Order • Gold Kt: 14kt (18kt available) • Available Gold Colors: Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold • 1.02ct Natural Round Diamond •0.74ct Natural Bag...
Diamond, 14k Gold
$15,225Sale Price / item|20% Off
18K Rose Gold Diamond Cuff Bangle Bracelet 2.33 Carat
Located in Diera, AE
Sophisticated and sculptural, this striking diamond cuff bangle is expertly crafted in luxurious 18K rose gold and adorned with 2.33 carats of natural diamonds. Designed with refined...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
French Art Deco 29.42 Carat Diamond and 18k White Gold Bracelet
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
A magnificent, fine and impressive antique French 1930's 29.42 carat diamond and 18k white gold Art Deco bracelet; part of our diverse antique jewellery and estate jewelry collection...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Oscar Heyman Important Art Deco Platinum, Diamond & Emerald Bracelet ., c. 1918.
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Aspen, CO
Oscar Heyman & Brothers Art Deco engraved platinum, Diamond and Emerald Bracelet, with a Letter of Authenticity, circa 1918. This striking bracelet has approximately 386 European...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Cuff Bracelet Diamonds 24 Karat Gold Plated Silver Modern Design
By Rossella Ugolini
Located in Rome, IT
Rossella Ugolini Design Collection a Fierce Sensual Cuff Snakes Bracelet Handcrafted in 24 Karat Gold Plated Silver Sterling and 0.20 Karat Brown Diamonds. On the Modern Silver Ster...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold Plate, Silver, 24k Gold
$17,325Sale Price / item|20% Off
5 Carat Pear Cut Diamond Open Cuff Bracelet 18k White Gold Statement Bracelet
Located in Diera, AE
This double-row diamond cuff bracelet, designed to deliver maximum sparkle with refined elegance. Featuring a layered, open-front silhouette, this statement piece is adorned with met...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold
Estate Diamond & Sapphire 18K Gold Cuff Bangle Bracelet 49.3 Gr NR
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Estate Diamond & Sapphire 18K Gold Cuff Bangle Bracelet 49.3 Gr NR Approx 2 carats of diamonds and sapphires total
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
$8,400Sale Price / item|20% Off
2.21 Ct Diamond Open Cuff Bypass Bracelet, 18K White Gold Open Bangle Bracelet
Located in Diera, AE
Details Item Code :-SEB-61102 Gross Wt. :- 8.78 gm 18k White Gold Wt. :- 8.34 gm Natural Diamond Wt. :- 2.21 Ct. ( SI Clarity & HI Color ) Follow JEWEL PALATE STOREFRONT for ne...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Art Deco Platinum, Diamond & Emerald Bracelet by Oscar Heyman & Bros., c. 1918.
By Oscar Heyman
Located in Aspen, CO
Oscar Heyman & Brothers Art Deco engraved platinum, Diamond and Emerald Bracelet, with a Letter of Authenticity, circa 1918. This striking bracelet has approximately 386 European-cut...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Floral Natural Diamond Cuff 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. A gold and diamond cuff bracelet with an intricate floral design, featuring shi...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Roberto Coin Cuff Bracelet Tiger Eye
By Roberto Coin
Located in istanbul, TR
This spectacular 18kt yellow gold diamond genuine tiger eye bangle has been designed by the world renowned italian designer ROBERTO COIN…Crafted in 18K yellow gold, this bangle bra...
18k Gold
Orbs Natural Diamond Cuff 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 cuff bracelet showcases two diamond-encrusted spheres placed at the o...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Twisted Natural Diamond Cuff 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. Diamond Cuff Bracelet, is a true testament to elegance and sophistication. This...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, White Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
Wide Art Deco 41.78 Carat Diamond Sapphire Platinum Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
The look of a Baroness! This stunning antique Bracelet was inspired in an Art Deco motif and crafted in Luxurious Platinum, Through the center and along both outter edges are Fren...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Halo Natural Diamond Cuff 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 14k solid gold bracelet features three diamond-studded motifs—two rectangu...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Designer LÖF 18k Gold Cuff Bracelet with 2ct Antique Pear Diamond, 280g
By LÖF
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Our statement Édith texture in a weighty 280g 18k Solid Gold Cuff set with a 2ct antique pear diamond.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Hamilton Watch in 14k Gold and Diamond Cuff Bracelet, 1950s
By Hamilton
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Hamilton watch embedded in cuff bracelet made of 14k gold and decorated with diamonds. Period: 1950s Measurements: length: 15 cm width: 4 cm Condition: very good. ...........
Diamond, 14k Gold
Wavy Natural Diamond Cuff 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 rose gold bangle features a rhythmic wave link pattern alternating between...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Solitaire Natural Diamond Cuff 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 elegant gold bangle showcases a row of natural round diamonds in a classic...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-Century Italian Cuff Bracelet Yellow and White Gold with Diamonds
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
This Mid-Century Italian Cuff Bracelet is a stunning piece of jewelry that seamlessly blends elegance with geometric sophistication. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$9,916Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural Marquise Round Diamond 14k White Gold Engagement Cuff Bangle Bracelet
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Natural Marquise Round Diamond 14k White Gold Engagement Cuff Bangle Bracelet Designed to radiate brilliance from every angle, this bracelet features alternating marquise and round-c...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
$12,396Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural Marquise Round Diamond 18k White Gold Engagement Cuff Bangle Bracelet
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Diera, Dubai
Natural Marquise Round Diamond 18k White Gold Engagement Cuff Bangle Bracelet Designed to radiate brilliance from every angle, this bracelet features alternating marquise and round-c...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Cuff Bracelet Flower Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The diamond cuff bracelet carries 9.40 carats of round diamonds of top quality (F/VVS).
Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Diamond Bracelet with Onyx Art Déco Design by Ella Gafter
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
The diamond and onyx bracelet features 6 gold sections set with princess cut diamonds (2.01 carats) flanked by round diamonds (3.51 carats) set en pavé. Custom cut black onyx bridges...
Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
$16,449Sale Price / item|20% Off
Natural Zambain Emerald Diamond Open Cuff Bracelet 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Diera, AE
Crafted to celebrate everyday elegance, our jewelry blends timeless design with modern craftsmanship. Each piece is thoughtfully made using high-quality materials, ensuring lasting s...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Initials Natural Diamond Open Cuff 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. ***Please mention the initials you want in the order note*** **The bracelet can...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Pear & Marquise Cuff 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 diamond cuff bracelet features a sequence of teardrop, eye-shaped, and rou...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Baguette Natural Diamond Open Cuff 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 open bangle bracelet highlights twin square ends adorned with baguette and...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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, 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.