Fine Art Deco Pave and Molded Glass Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Fine Art Deco Pave and Molded Glass Bracelet from the 1930's. Pierced Art Deco panels are hand set
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Link Bracelets
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Fine Art Deco Pave and Molded Glass Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Fine Art Deco Pave and Molded Glass Bracelet from the 1930's. Pierced Art Deco panels are hand set
Rhodium
Art Deco 1920s Sterling, Paste and Red Glass Vintage Bracelet
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
This stylish bracelet evokes the Art Deco era and is made from plated sterling. Condition Report
Sterling Silver
$9,021
H 12.21 in Dm 0.04 in
Agathon Leonard And Sevres - Sculpture Statuette Dancer With Bracelet Porcelain
By Manufacture Nationale de Sèvres, Agathon Léonard
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Sèvres porcelain sculpture/statuette "Dancer with Bracelet," produced in 1921. Signed with the
Porcelain
$6,998
W 0.68 in L 6.25 in
Antique Art Deco Gold Platinum Camphor Glass Diamond Wide Filigree Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
")(approx.) Thickness: 7.2mm (approx. - rise off wrist at the diamond) Condition: Antique, art deco. All
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
Antique Art Deco Fexible Link Bracelet Sterling Silver Green Glass
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This elegant silver Art Deco link bracelet was made in 1920 ca. The octagonal centerpiece with
Silver, Sterling Silver
14 Karat White Gold Art Deco Diamond Bracelet -
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning 1920s Art deco Bracelet, green glass stones with a diamond accent center. Set in 14K white
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Rene Lalique Blue Glass 'Ceriser' Bracelet
By René Lalique
Located in Chelmsford, Essex
Rene Lalique blue glass 'Ceriser' Bracelet. The bracelet consists of 14 rectangular, cylinder-half
Glass
Vintage Camphor Glass & Diamond Platinum Bracelet
Located in Montgomery, AL
We are in awe over this vintage gem!! Bracelet Details Material: Platinum Era: Art Deco 1920
Diamond, Platinum
Miriam Haskell Pink Gripoix Glass Flower Bracelet
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Charming Miriam Haskell Pink Gripoix Glass Flower bracelet from the 1930's. Baguette links are
Brass
Marcel Boucher Molded Glass and Paste Bracelet
By Marcel Boucher
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Marcel Boucher faux rose quartz ivy leaf bracelet of molded glass and pastes in Art Deco
Gilt Metal
Antique Camphor Glass 14k White Gold Filigree Panel Bracelet
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This exquisite antique bracelet showcases the timeless beauty of camphor glass set in an intricate
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage Amber Glass 3-Piece Parure — Necklace, Bracelet & Earrings, 1960s
Located in Milford, DE
Vintage Amber Glass 3-Piece Parure — Necklace, Bracelet & Earrings, 1960s Description A dramatic
Crystal, Amber
Neiger Brothers 1920s East Asian Inspired Antique Peking Glass Dragon Bracelet
Located in Skelmersdale, GB
press-molded glass to cater for the trends of the Art Deco era. Their most popular lines were those
Brass
1930s Camphor Glass Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Bracelet
Located in Wallkill, NY
1930s Camphor Glass Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Bracelet. Measuring 7" long x .50" at the widest
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$15,780 / set
H 13 in W 1.5 in D 0.13 in Dm 9 in L 26 in
Couture 1920s Chanel Rousselet Hearts Camellia Metallic Glass Bracelet & Sautoir
By Chanel
Located in Chicago, IL
this Art-Deco period tightly silk-strung metallic-glass couture set of a mixed-bead sautoir necklace
Gold-filled, Yellow Gold, Silver, Brass, Copper
Miriam Haskell Gripoix Glass Pate de Verre and Pearl Bracelet
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell pate de verre and faux baroque pearl bracelet composed of three oversized faux
Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal
Miriam Haskell Gripoix Glass Lapis Pate de Verre and Pearl Bracelet
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell pate de verre and faux baroque pearl bracelet composed of three oversized faux lapis
Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal
$472
W 0.95 in D 0.2 in L 7.68 in
3 rows of movable Bracelet with gems and colorful glass stones, gold plated
Located in Stuttgart, DE
3 rows of movable bracelets with gems and colorful glass stones. Gold plated, 1950s with Gems and
Gold Plate
Miriam Haskell Gripoix Glass Carnelian Pate de Verre and Pearl Bracelet
By Miriam Haskell
Located in New York, NY
Miriam Haskell pate de verre and faux baroque pearl bracelet composed of three oversized faux
Gold Plate, Brass, Gilt Metal
Handmade Solid Brass Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
Art Deco Handmade brass bracelet with a black glass accent. Interior, approximately 6.28 inches
Brass
1930s Miriam Haskell Vintage Milk Glass & Crystal Bead Tri-Strand Bracelet
By Miriam Haskell
Located in Maywood, NJ
company. Wooden beads, leather, plastic, rhinestones, glass beads, shells, bone and semi-precious stones
Crystal, Silver Plate, Base Metal
$9,200Sale Price|20% Off
H 0.38 in W 14 in D 0.82 in
1930s House of Schiaparelli Studio Green Gripoix Parure Haute Couture Early Set
Located in Hyattsville, MD
on Earrings. Golden Art Deco Motifs & Green Glass Bullet Cabochons. Bracelet signed with Schiaparelli
Art Glass
1920s Blue Glass Art Deco Design Vintage Bracelet
Located in Wigan, GB
typically Art Deco design, which can be enjoyed for centuries to come. Condition Report: Very Good - Some
1920s Art Deco Turquoise Glass Vintage Lily Bracelet
Located in Wigan, GB
So typically Deco, this bracelet dates from the 1920s. It features a striking design, which can be
Base Metal
1920s French Art Deco Green Glass Vintage Bracelet
Located in Wigan, GB
So typically Deco, this bracelet dates from the 1920s was made in France. It features a striking
Base Metal
Art Deco Glass Fruit Necklace & Bracelet on Celluloid Chain
Located in Oradell, NJ
These are wonderful examples of the glass fruit necklaces and bracelets popular during that period
Art Deco Czech Egyptian Revival Snakeskin Glass Bracelet 1920s
Located in Burbank, CA
Offered here is an Art Deco Czech Egyptian Revival snakeskin glass bracelet from the 1920s. Five
Vintage Art Deco Cabochon Glass & Rhinestones Set of Bracelet & Earrings
Located in Jacksonville, FL
. Crafted with precision, the bracelet showcases exquisite cabochon glass, capturing the essence of Art Deco
1928 René Lalique Renaissance Art Deco Bracelet Navy Blue Glass
By René Lalique
Located in Boulogne Billancourt, FR
Bracelet "Renaissance" made by René Lalique in 1928 in navy glass. Bracelet is complete with 19
Art Deco Czech Link Bracelet, Green Cats-Eye Chalcedony Glass, 1920s
Located in Burbank, CA
Offered here is an Art Deco link bracelet featuring cats-eye chalcedony glass, from Czechoslovakia
Art Deco Lapis Blue Czech Bracelet
Located in London, GB
A stunning lapis effect blue Czechoslovakian glass Art Deco bracelet. This glass is sometimes known
Base Metal
Unavailable
H 1 in Dm 8 in
PONTIEL Art Deco Stylized Sleek Lined Women Motif on Blue Glass Tamara Bracelet
By PONTIEL Jewelry
Located in Houston, TX
This timeless, glamour bracelet is made from original blue Art Deco glass panels. The glass
Sterling Silver
Vintage Art Deco 1920s Blue Bullet Glass & Crystal Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This vintage Art Deco 1920s bracelet features blue bullet glass and clear crystals in a silver tone
Exquisite Antique Stylish 3D Green Cut Glass Bracelet - Vintage Austria Bracelet
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Stylish 3D Green Cut Glass Bracelet. This exquisite bracelet, crafted in Austria, showcases the timeless
Antique Cut Glass Bronze Bracelet - Vintage Beauty with Exquisite Glass
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Bracelet Length: 8" Glass Size: 0.71" x 0.51" Bin Code: B7 / P3 Step into the elegance of the
Bronze
Antique German Cobalt Blue Glass Charm Bracelet
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Introducing a true gem of the past: the Antique German Cobalt Blue Glass Charm Bracelet, a stunning
1930s Red Mirror Glass Vintage Bracelet
Located in Wigan, GB
Evocative and unusual, this bracelet dates from the 1930s and is unsigned. Condition Report: Very
1930s Opaline Glass Cabochon Vintage Bracelet
Located in Wigan, GB
. Each panel is detailed with a claw set, oval opaline glass cabochon. The bracelet fastens with a hook
Gilt Metal
Vintage Green Glass & Rhinestone Jewelry Set – Necklace & Bracelet
Located in Jacksonville, FL
green glass stones with the sparkle of rhinestones, creating a truly captivating ensemble. Featuring
1920s Green Glass and Silver Filigree Vintage Bracelet
Located in Wigan, GB
This bracelet dates from the 1920s and is unsigned. It features beautiful green glass panels
Vintage Schiaparelli Multi Color Glass and Rhinestone Bracelet & Earrings Set
By Schiaparelli
Located in Jacksonville, FL
our Elegant Vintage Schiaparelli Multi Color Glass and Rhinestone Bracelet & Earrings Set. This
Signed Weiss White & Blue Glass & Rhinestone Vintage Link Bracelet
By Weiss
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Antique Vintage Weiss Bracelet. Crafted with delicate white glass and shimmering rhinestones, this
Signed Vendome Vintage Green Glass and Rhinestone Link Bracelet
By Vendome
Located in Jacksonville, FL
our exquisite Vintage Glass and Rhinestone Vendome Bracelet. This timeless piece of jewelry showcases
Unique Pate de Verre (Poured Glass) Necklace & Bracelet Set
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is an unusual, unique, and whimsical Pate de Verre (poured glass) necklace and bracelet set
Circa 1960s Red Glass Cabochon and Rhinestone Cocktail Bracelet
Located in Long Beach, CA
Circa 1960s wide, bright silver tone metal bracelet, set with 8mm round, red glass cabochons and
Base Metal
Signed Jomaz Antique White Glass and Rhinestone Brooch and Bracelet Set
By Jomaz
Located in Jacksonville, FL
the same elegant combination of white glass and sparkling rhinestones. As you wear this bracelet, the
Circa 1930s Czech Jewel-Tone Faceted Bohemian Glass Bracelet
Located in Long Beach, CA
Circa 1930s Czech brass and gold tone metal multi chain bracelet. The top is bezel set with multi
Base Metal, Brass
Antique Pearl & Glass Alice Caviness Jewelry Set Earrings Bracelet & Pin
By Alice Caviness
Located in Jacksonville, FL
timeless elegance and intricate detailing. The bracelet features lustrous pearls, sparkling glass beads
Pearl
Signed Hobe Vintage Cobalt Blue and Light Blue Glass Bracelet and Earrings Set
By Hobé Jewelry
Located in Jacksonville, FL
Glass Bracelet and Earrings Set. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, this stunning set
Circa 1930 Czech Jewel Toned Glass Cabochon Multi Chain Bracelet
Located in Long Beach, CA
Circa 1920s to 1930s Czech gold tone plated metal, multi chain bracelet. The bracelet has an
Base Metal, Brass
R. Lalique bracelet "COQ"
By René Lalique
Located in Milan, Lombardy
Bracelet "COQ" by R.Lalique, France 1928 in white glass
Glass
Antique Watchband Glass Enamel and Blue Topaz Rose Gold Bracelet
By The Artemisian
Located in Marlton, NJ
sterling silver and glass, enamel sea urchin shape set with a Swiss Blue Topaz 20pt Marquise cut "eye" The
Topaz, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Camphor Glass Diamond Platinum Link Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Link style bracelet features three oval tablets of camphor glass measuring approximately 7.5 x 16.5
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Krementz Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Camphor Glass 14 Karat Two-Tone Gold Bracelet
By Krementz & Co
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Linked bracelet features three octagonal stations with pierced striation and engraved details. Each
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White G...
30s Art Deco Style Carnelian Glass Link Bracelet
Located in Gresham, OR
A gorgeous carnelian colored glass, gold and rose gold plated German made filigree piece from the
Krementz Art Deco Sterling Silver Purple Carved Peking Glass Filigree Bracelet
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Vintage Krementz Art Deco Sterling Silver Purple Carved Peking Glass Filigree Bracelet- This
Sterling Silver
Art Deco Tutti Frutti Fruit Salad Glass Bracelet Attributed to Mazer
By Alfred Philippe for Trifari
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Alfred Philippe Art Deco tutti frutti bracelet adorned with intricate floral and foliage
Sterling Silver
Art Deco 0.30 Carat Diamond Camphor Glass Enamel Platinum-Topped Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Five square camphor glass links centering old European cut diamonds, weighing approximately 0.30
Diamond, Platinum
Taylor & Co. Art Deco Diamond Camphor Glass 18 Karat White Gold Link Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of pierced rectangular link chain featuring five hexagonal camphor glass stations
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Filigree 14-Karat White Gold and Diamond Art Deco Bracelet
Located in Doylestown, PA
Fine 14-karat white gold, diamond, and emerald glass Art Deco bracelet.
Multi-gemstone, Gold
Chanel Rope Bracelet with Gripoix Glass Cabochon Gemstones
By Chanel
Located in Geneva, CH
Elegant and vintage bracelet from Chanel. Collection: Vintage Metal: Gold-tone Diameter: 6cm
Mixed Metal
1930s Camphor Glass Diamond Sapphire 14 Karat White Gold Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
distinct frosted glass look The bracelet tested to be 14 karat white gold Length: 7 3/4 inches Total
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
1960s Mimi Di N Coral Glass Multistrand Bead Bracelet w/ Shell Motif Clasp
By Mimi di N
Located in Gresham, OR
A beautiful 1960s Mimi di N coral glass multi strand bead bracelet w/ jeweled and enameled shell
Art Deco Glass Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Glass Stretch Bracelet, French 1920's of etched crystal and emerald foliate patterned
Art Deco Amethyst Color Glass Crystal Necklace & Bracelet c 1930s
Located in University City, MO
1930s Art Deco opulent amethyst glass crystal necklace & bracelet set The elegant set is
Rhodium
Art Deco Chinese Silver Filigree and Green Glass Jade Link Bracelet
Located in London, GB
for its age. This is a fine quality vintage bracelet from the Art Deco period.
Silver
Art Deco 1930s Emerald Glass Cabochon Maracasite Bracelet
Located in University City, MO
Art Deco 1930s Emerald glass cabochon maracasite bracelet The opulent bracelet is embellished with
Cut Steel
Art Deco Gold Tone Wire Bracelet with Green Glass Link Panels circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
Lovely Art Deco gold tone wire bracelet, featuring green glass link panels. Measuring length 20 cm
1925 Rare Rene Lalique Renaissance Blue Bracelet
By René Lalique
Located in Milan, IT
Rare blue bracelet R. Lalique, France 1925, signed by R. Lalique. The bracelet is in excellent
Glass
Art Deco Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Bracelet
Located in Wallkill, NY
Stunning 1920s Art deco Bracelet, green glass stones with diamonds. The Ring and Brooch as listed
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Sterling Silver Link Bracelet with Faceted Amber Glass circa 1930s
Located in London, GB
Stylish Art Deco sterling silver link bracelet, featuring lovely amber glass stones in open back
Sterling Silver
1930s Bohemian Multi-Coloured Czech Glass Gilt Metal Bracelet
Located in London, GB
Beautiful 1930s bracelet made up of five articulated gilt metal sections with pretty multcoloured
Marcel Boucher Stunning Emerald Glass Cabochon Mesh Bracelet ca 1940s
By Marcel Boucher
Located in University City, MO
Marcel Boucher Stunning emerald glass cabochon mesh bracelet The exquisite designer costume
Gilt Metal
1930s Camphor Glass Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Bracelet 7"
Located in Eagan, MN
1930s Camphor Glass Diamond 14 Karat White Gold Bracelet. Measuring 7" long x .68" at the widest
Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold, White Gold
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Art Deco Bracelet
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen sterling silver Art Deco bracelet, we do not know the designer #68B.
Sterling Silver
1920s Art Deco Purple Glass Vintage Bracelet
Located in Wigan, GB
So typically Deco, this bracelet dates from the 1920s and is unsigned. It features a striking
Gilt Metal
1920s Green Glass Art Deco Design Vintage Bracelet
Located in Wigan, GB
This vibrant bracelet dates from the 1920s and is unsigned. It features a typically Art Deco design
1920s Blue Art Deco Mirror Glass Vintage Bracelet
Located in Wigan, GB
features typically Art Deco and collectible mirror glass. Condition Report: Excellent The Details... This
Antique Art Deco Brass Bracelet Glass Turquoise 1930's
Located in Austin, TX
Year: 1930 Hallmark: - Dimensions: L 7.25 in Materials: copper, glass
Copper
$5,895
H 1.03 in W 0.79 in L 0.25 in
Chopard Ladies Diamond Wristwatch 18 Karat Gold Swiss Watch Retro Mid-Century
By Chopard
Located in New York, NY
This is a gorgeous Chopard Ladies Diamond Wristwatch in 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Made in Switzerland. The stunning and elegant Chopard watch has a diamond surround. The diamo...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$8,600
French Antique 18K Pearl Button Cuff Bangle Bracelet - Auguste Lahaye
Located in Hummelstown, PA
A fanciful lace and natural pearl button cuff bangle by Auguste Lahaye (workshop later purchased by the esteemed French jeweler Rene Boivin). Masterfully hand fabricated in contrasti...
Pearl, 18k Gold
Marcel Boucher Art Deco Baguette Link Bracelet
By Marcel Boucher
Located in New York, NY
Elegant Marcel Boucher Art Deco inspired "Opening Night" series link bracelet . Of crystal rhinestone pave half domes and sapphire tapered baguettes forming arched links. Set in rhod...
Rhodium, Base Metal
Art Deco 3.60 Ct Diamond Natural Pearl Rare Bangle 18 Kt
Located in Napoli, IT
This outstanding Art Deco bangle is 1925 circa Marvelous timeless design in a combination of natural Pearl & Diamonds for a sensual visual effect Totally hand crafted as unique piece...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Platinum
Black knit cape with black ribbon satin bow on the top front Chanel
By Chanel, Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black knit cape with black ribbon satin bow on the top front and 2 decoratives buttons . Split for the hands on both side. Middle front lenght: 120 cm Side and back lenght: 160 cm ...
Collection of End of Day Bakelite Squiggle Bracelets
Located in New York, NY
Collection of End of Day Bakelite Squiggle Bracelets from the 1960's likely made of bakelite from an earlier period. Each is shaped like a potato chip and stack perfectly on top of e...
John Galliano Wool Crepe Suit, Fall Winter 1999 Maori Collection.
By John Galliano
Located in New York, NY
Elegant John Galliano textured weave black wool crepe dinner suit, Fall-Winter 1999 Maori collection. The asymmetrical cut jacket drapes into a self fabric "scarf" which nips in wais...
1990s Fendi by Karl Lagerfeld Brown Herringbone FF Logo Fox Fur Trim Coat
By Karl Lagerfeld for Fendi, Fendi
Located in West Hollywood, CA
This brown herringbone coat from 1990s Fendi by Karl Lagerfeld features fox fur trim on the oversized shawl collar and cuffs. The design is finished with a belted waist and the signa...
$26,455
Size: IT40 - FR36 - UK8 - US4
Dolce & Gabbana Crystal Adorned Red Mink Floor-Length Coat, FW 2000
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in London, GB
▪ Brand: Dolce & Gabbana ▪ Creative Director: Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana ▪ Collection: Fall-Winter 2000 ▪ Fabric: Chinese Mink ▪ Details: The exterior showcases the nap side ...
Vintage Multi Strand Pearl Diamond Bracelet w Exquisite Diamond White Gold Clasp
Located in Mount Kisco, NY
Find vintage glory in this outstanding mid-century jeweled Art-Deco style pearl bracelet. Exquisite, featuring a sparkling diamond covered white gold ornamental clasp which brilliant...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
De Rosa Rare Floral Fruit Salad Link Bracelet
By Ralph De Rosa
Located in New York, NY
Ralph de Rosa rare Art Deco floral fruit salad bracelet of crystal rhinestone pave articulated links set with faux ruby three dimensional glass orchid flower heads on rhodium plate ...
Rhodium, Base Metal
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.
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.