18K White Gold Geometric Bangle Bracelet with 0.49 Carat Brilliant-Cut Diamond
Located in Hamburg, DE
Crafted in elegant 18K white gold, this contemporary bangle bracelet features a distinctive geometric pattern.
Diamond, White Gold
Cartier Juste un Clou Rose Gold Hinged Bangle Bracelet with Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Brand: Cartier Type: Bangle Metal: 18 Karat Rose Gold Natural Diamonds: .58 ctw Diamond cut: Round Brilliant Diamond color: F-G Diamond clarity: VS1-VS2 Size: 18 Inner Circumference:...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Rose Gold
$2,960Sale Price|20% Off
14K Yellow Gold Ruby & Diamond Bangle Bracelet Handmade Gold Bangle For Women
Located in Jaipur, IN
PLEASE USE THE REFRENCE IMAGE FOR THE BANGLE SIZE STANDADRD SIZE IS 2.4 IF YOU NEED SOMETHING ELSE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT US Elegant and refined, this 14K yellow gold bangle showcase...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
15 Carat Sapphire and Diamond 18K "AP" Bangle with Flip-up Hinge
Located in Greenwich, CT
The hinge is a great addition to be able to take the piece on and off, while still staying firmly on like a bangle.
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Bangle, 14 Karat Gold, with Natural Pearl and Diamonds
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique Bangle, 14 Karat Gold, with Natural Pearl and Diamonds.
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
14K Rose Gold Satin Finish Bangle with 7 Round Diamonds Totaling .45ct
Located in New York, NY
Whether you want to stack it or wear it by itself it would be an exceptional piece to add to your collection. The bangle features a half circle stunning array of 7 round cut brillian...
Diamond, Rose Gold
14K White Gold Satin Finish Bangle with 7 Round Diamonds Totaling .45ct
Located in New York, NY
Whether you want to stack it or wear it by itself it would be an exceptional piece to add to your collection. The bangle features a half circle stunning array of 7 round cut brillian...
Diamond, White Gold
Carla Bracelet with Diamonds on White and Yellow Gold Bangle - Micheletto
By Olivo Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Description: This sophisticated bracelet, dedicated to the name "CARLA," commemorates the 28th wedding anniversary. The name and the significant date are intricately incorporated int...
White Diamond, 18k Gold
Metal x Wire 'Legacy Diamond Bangle' in 18kt Yellow Gold with 2.63 ct Diamonds
By Metal x Wire
Located in Davenport, FL
The Legacy Diamond Bangle is not just a piece of jewelry; it's an experience.
Diamond, 18k Gold
18K White Gold Sapphire Diamond Bangle
Located in Coral Gables, FL
This exquisite 18 karat white gold bangle featuring 30 square cut sapphires totaling 3.85 carats total accented by 116 round cut diamonds with VS clarity diamonds and H color diamond...
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
14K Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet with 8.5 Carat Round Diamonds Size 7
Located in New York, NY
Video: Video Link Detailed Description: 8.5 Carat Diamond, F/Si1, Round, Size 7 Style: Bangle Metal: 14 Karat Rose Gold Gemstone 1: 8.5 Carat Diamond Number of Stones: 55 Color: F Cl...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
18K Yellow Gold Hexagon Hinged Bangle with Pave Diamonds by Fern Freeman
By Fern Freeman
Located in Virginia Beach, VA
Sleek geometry meets radiant brilliance in the 18K Yellow Gold Modern Hexagon Bangle with Pavé Diamonds (1.26ctw). Crafted in luminous 18-karat yellow gold, this contemporary bracele...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Bangle with Black Onyx, Rainbow Moonstone & Diamond in 14k/925 Silver
Located in New York, NY
Introducing our stunning Bangle with Black Onyx, Rainbow Moonstone and Diamond Bangle in 14K/925 Silver!
Diamond, Moonstone, Onyx, Rainbow Moonstone, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Peridot Bangle with Pave Diamonds Made In 14k Yellow Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
This bangle has safety clasps on side. 14k:8.1gms Diamond: 10.27ct Slv:22.38gm Peridot:36.96ct
Diamond, Peridot, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Antique Two Tone Gold/Slv Bangle Bracelet with 12.6ct Round & Rose Cut Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Video: Video Link Detailed Description: Elevate your elegance with this antique two-tone gold and silver bangle, a stunning piece adorned with 900 round brilliant diamonds totaling 9...
Diamond, Gold, Silver
18K White Gold Bangle with Princes Cut and Round Diamonds Totaling 6.55cts
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 18-karat white gold bangle showcases a stunning combination of princess and round-cut diamonds, beautifully set in an invisible setting to create a seamless, continuous ...
Diamond, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Bangle with Princes Cut and Round Diamonds Totaling 6.55cts
Located in New York, NY
This elegant 18-karat yellow gold bangle showcases a stunning combination of princess and round-cut diamonds, beautifully set in an invisible setting to create a seamless, continuous...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
14K Yellow Gold Single Station Quatrefoil Bangle Bracelet with Diamonds 0.20 Ct
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K yellow gold single station quatrefoil flexible bracelet furnished with 5 round diamonds 0.20 carats. Diamonds are G color, VS2/SI1 clarity.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Ladies Bangle with Precious Opal and Diamonds, 14 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique ladies bangle with precious opal and diamonds. 14 Karat gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Opal, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Illusion-set with Halo Diamond Cuff Bangle in 18K Rose Gold
By BOON
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This elegant 18K rose gold bracelet is the epitome of luxury and sophistication. Adorned with a delicate 18K rose gold band, it dazzles with a symmetrical array of brilliant diamonds...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Flexible 3.9 ct. Diamond Bangle, 18k
Located in New York, NY
A Flexible Diamond Bangle with 3.93 cts. of Diamonds made in 18k Yellow Gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rosecut Diamonds & Pave Diamonds Snake Shaped Bangle With Ruby Eyes In 14k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
14k:12.07gD:11.23ct RUBY:0.02Cts
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold
Sylvie Snake Wrap Bangle Bracelet with 0.15 Carat Diamonds in 14k Gold
By Julia Post Jewelry
Located in Newport Beach, CA
Elegant, symbolic, and undeniably captivating, the Sylvie Snake Bracelet is a contemporary interpretation of one of jewelry’s most enduring motifs. Expertly crafted in solid 14k gold...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Bangle in Yellow Gold with White Diamonds and Hand Decorated Micromosaic
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
The Trinity Sunset bracelet embodies timeless elegance, capturing the fleeting beauty of twilight. Yellow gold harmoniously melds with micromosaic, painted in hues of blue, orange, ...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Yurman 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with 4.2ct Round G VS Diamonds
By David Yurman
Located in New York, NY
Perfect for an evening gala or an intimate dinner, this timeless accessory whispers of elegance and whispers of history, capturing the essence of a bygone era while remaining undenia...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bangle Bracelet with 1.75 Carat Diamonds and Safety Latch in 14K White Gold
Located in Old Tappan, NJ
14K white gold shared prong bangle bracelet with 34 round brilliant-cut diamonds 1.75 carats total weight.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Antique Ladies Bangle, Bracelet, with Big Rubies and Diamonds, 14 Karat Gold
Located in Berlin, DE
Antique Ladies bangle with big Rubies and Diamonds. 14 Karat Gold.
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rose Gold Moonstone Bangle with Light Brown Diamonds, 5.80 ct, Italy
Located in Viena, Viena
bangle with rose-colored moonstone cone with a total of approx. 5.80 ct, 8 mm diameter, opaque fine Color quality, made of 750 rose gold, setting set with matching light brown full-c...
Brown Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
14K Rose Gold 5/8ct Diamond with Pink Tourmaline Open Cuff Bangle with Enamel
Located in New York, NY
Wrapped with the opulence of 14K rose gold and studded with luminous white diamonds totaling 5/8 carats with a clarity of SI1-SI2 and G-H color, this 7-inch open cuff bangle is a mas...
White Diamond, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
Buccellati 'Macri Giglio" Gold and Diamond Bangle
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
Buccellati 'Macri Giglio" Gold and Diamond Bangle This bangle cuff is a 18k yellow gold bangle with a DLC (Diamond- Like Carbon) treatment and has 16 round diamonds weighing approx...
Diamond, Gold
14k Yellow Gold Bypass bangle with round cut graduated emeralds and diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Featuring a graceful arrangement of graduated diamonds and emeralds, the piece showcases the diamonds (1.48ct) and emeralds (1.46ct) in an elegant, fluid progression.
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
14k White Gold Bypass bangle with round cut graduated sapphires and diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Featuring a graceful arrangement of graduated diamonds and sapphires, the piece showcases the diamonds (1.44ct) and sapphires (1.85ct) in an elegant, fluid progression.
Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold
Vintage 1980's Two Tone 14K Gold Bangle Bracelet with Three Diamonds
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1980's Two Tone 14K Gold Bangle Bracelet with Three Diamonds - The Italian made bangle contains 3 diamonds that weigh about .10ct total weight with H color and VS2 clarity.
Diamond, 14k Gold
18K Rose Gold Multi-Colors Sapphire Bangle Bracelet with 1ct Diamonds
By Baikalla
Located in Portland, OR
TW: 27.89 g, G: 25.045 g Sapphire Weight: 12.981 CTS /27 Bangle Dimensions: 57.68 mm * 48.19 mm Width & Thickness: 12.81 mm * 5.28 mm Material: 18k Rose Gold & Natural Sri Lanka Sapp...
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 18K White Gold Bangle Bracelet with 3.35 Carat Round H VS Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Detailed Description: 1.38 & 1.97 Carat, H, VS Elevate your style with this vintage 18K white gold bangle, showcasing a captivating design adorned with sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
18K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with 1.75 Carat Princess Cut F-SI2 Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Video: Video Link Detailed Description: Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Bangle with 1.75 Carat Princess Cut Diamonds DESCRIPTION: Elevate your style with this luxurious vintage bangle, craft...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rose Cut Diamonds Tennis Bangle with Pave Diamonds in 18k Yellow Gold & Silver
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18kt:15.12gms, Diamond:13.11cts, Silver:32.628gms Size: 65X57X18MM"
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Bangle in White Gold with Emeralds, Malachite, Sapphires and White Diamonds
By Sicis Jewels
Located in London, GB
Wrap your wrist in the vibrant elegance of the Colibrì bracelet, where delicate beauty takes flight. At its heart, a mesmerizing hummingbird unfurls with effortless grace, its emera...
White Diamond, Emerald, Malachite, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Roberto Coin 18K Snakeskin Bangle Bracelet with Fire Opal & Diamond Flowers
By Roberto Coin
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Two pave diamond flowers, meticulously set with brilliant white diamonds, grace the top of the piece.
Diamond, Fire Opal, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 kt. White Gold Bangle with Natural Pink Sapphires and Diamonds
Located in Braintree, GB
diamonds is the perfect accessory for any occasion.
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage Snake Bangle with Ruby Eyes and Old Mine Diamond Head
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1940s Item Details: Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 111.2 grams (All Items Total) Diamond Details: Old Mine Brilliant, .75cttw, J Color, SI Clarity...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Gold Bangle, Bracelet, Set with Large Amethyst and Diamonds. Cadeaux.
Located in Berlin, DE
Enchanting 18 karat gold bangle set with large amethyst and diamonds. By famous jewelry designer Cadeaux. 18 karat yellow gold, hallmarked Large, elegantly cut amethyst.
Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Sabbadini 18k Yellow and White Gold Bangle Bracelet with Diamonds
By Sabbadini
Located in Palm Beach, FL
These are set with 36 brilliant cut diamonds with a total approximate diamond weight of 1.00ct of overall G/H color and VS2 clarity.
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
French Bangle Panthère Bracelet 18kt Gold with Diamonds and Sapphires by CEMPP
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
One panther head is crafted in white gold and set with approximately 0.25ct of brilliant-cut diamonds in a refined prong setting, graded F–G color and VS clarity, offering exceptiona...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
La Reina Titanium Diamond Bangle Bracelet
By La Reina Collection
Located in New York, NY
Italian made by La Reina, in titanium bangle bracelet, with 2.00ctw in diamonds. Bracelet will comfortably fit an approx. 7" wrist, inner diameter is 2.5" or 63mm, width of the brace...
Diamond, Titanium
Djula Paris Barbelé 18k Gold Barb Wire Bangle With Pave Diamonds
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Djula Barbelé 18k Gold Barb Wire Bangle with Pave Diamonds is a striking piece of jewelry that seamlessly combines edgy urban style with luxurious elegance.
Italian 18K Two-Tone Gold Hinged Bangle Bracelet with Diamond Endcaps
Located in Houston, TX
Modern hinged bracelet in 18K yellow gold with round diamonds set in 18K white gold. There are sixteen round diamonds totaling 0.35 carats; G-H color and SI1-I1 clarity. The top is...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold
Certified Bangle with Colombian Emeralds and Natural White Diamonds in 18K Gold
By HYT
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A striking bangle featuring a captivating center Colombian Muzo Emerald, framed by a dazzling arrangement of natural white diamonds and Colombian Muzo emeralds flowing seamlessly aro...
White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Buckingham Hinge Cuff Bangle in Rhodium Plated Silver with White Diamonds
By Tateossian
Located in Fulham business exchange, London
Buckingham Diamond Hinge Cuff Bangle in Rhodium Plated Sterling Silver with White Diamonds
Silver
18K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with 5ct Round G VS Diamonds & 10.5ct Ruby
Located in New York, NY
Video: Video Link Detailed Description: 5 Carat Diamond G VS, 10.5 Carat Ruby Elevate any ensemble with this vintage 18K yellow gold bangle, a true expression of luxury and sophistic...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,600Sale Price|20% Off
Flexible Diamond Bangle Bracelet 14KT gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Flexible bangle bracelet with natural diamonds in 14KT gold!
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold
Chic 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with 1.03 Carats of Brilliant-Cut Diamonds
By Freisfeld
Located in Hamburg, DE
The smooth, rounded profile of the bangle provides a comfortable fit. The radiant yellow gold complements the fiery diamonds, creating a piece that transitions seamlessly from daywea...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Ruwaya 18k rose Gold bangle with pink Sapphires and Round Cut Diamonds
By Amwaj Jewellery
Located in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite open bangle bracelet, handcrafted in 18k rose gold. This elegant piece features a series of vibrant pink sapphires, each uniquely ...
Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Rose Gold
Diamond Bangle in 18ct White Gold with 2.50ct Cluster Round Brilliant Cuts
Located in London, GB
A luxurious 18-carat white gold hinged bangle beautifully set with sparkling cluster diamonds.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 14K Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet with Emeralds and Diamonds and Pearl
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 14K Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet with Emeralds and Diamonds and Pearl - There are 4 square cut emeralds that measure about 3.5mm in diameter and weigh approximately .80ct total ...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Style Designer Bangle with Green Emerald Surrounded by Pave Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
"18kt gold:3.05g, Diamond:5.82ct, Silver:15.92gm, Emerald:19.65ct" Size-65X56X17MM
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Silver
Designer Bangle with Ruby and Sapphire Set Surrounded by Pave Diamonds
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18KT Gold:3.090g Diamond:17.53ct SiIver:43.416g Ruby:6.67ct Sapphire:3.63ct Size:60X60MM
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Two Tone Diamond Bangle Bracelet with Rhodium
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer 18 Karat yellow gold two-tone bangle stackable Bracelet all custom made by hand and features 2 rows of Brilliant Cut White Diamonds total weight of 1.15 Carat.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium
18 kt. Gold Bangle Bracelet With 10 ct. Princess, Tapered, Brilliant Diamonds
By Joël Glecer / Orologio
Located in Antwerp, BE
Gorgeous 18 kt. White Gold Bangle Bracelet With 10 ct. Princess, Tapered, Brilliant Diamonds Diamonds: Beautiful Color & Quality !
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Unique Wooden Bangle Bracelet with 0.96 Carat Diamond Inlays in 18K White Gold
Located in Hamburg, DE
This unique bangle bracelet presents an exquisite fusion of natural material and precious gemstones.
Diamond, White Gold
Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself.
Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.
Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany & Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.
For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany & Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.
Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.
In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so.
Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.
Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle.
BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.
A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in.
Since Van Cleef & Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.
Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.
Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold 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.
This iconic jewel has captured countless hearts with its elegant design and its amatory symbolism. Counterfeiters have taken note of the demand and created fake versions. If you’re looking for a genuine Cartier Love bracelet, it’s crucial to check all the elements for authenticity. Our guide will teach you the telltale traits of a knockoff.
Mid-20th-century designer Andrew Grima upended tradition with his avant-garde aesthetic.
From cameos to cigar bands, here are the looks on our radar this season.
The decades-old design is one of the most sought-after pieces of jewelry in the world.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
The philanthropist and heiress was an avid jewelry collector, and her trove of Jean Schlumberger creations embodies the love of nature she shared with the famed designer.