Cartier Love Bracelet Gold Plated
2010s American Link Bracelets
Vermeil
1990s French Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1960s North American Bangles
Gold Plate, Enamel
Late 20th Century Pendant Necklaces
Vintage 1960s Swiss Wrist Watches
White Gold, Stainless Steel
2010s American Link Bracelets
Vermeil
Recent Sales
Vintage 1970s Cuff Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage 1950s German Art Deco Bangles
Gold Plate
Vintage 1950s American Art Nouveau Retro Bracelets
Gold Plate
2010s Italian Bangles
Gold, Brass
Vintage 1980s French Link Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, White Gold
2010s French Bangles
Late 20th Century Swiss Romantic Wrist Watches
18k Gold, Stainless Steel
Vintage 1960s American Modernist More Jewelry
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Bangles
18k Gold
Vintage 1970s Unknown Bangles
18k Gold, Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Chain Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s French Modern Retro Bracelets
18k Gold
2010s American Link Bracelets
Vermeil
2010s American Link Bracelets
Vermeil
2010s American Link Bracelets
Vermeil
2010s American Link Bracelets
Vermeil
2010s American Link Bracelets
Vermeil
2010s American Link Bracelets
Vermeil
Vintage 1970s Retro Bangles
Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
1990s American Charm Bracelets
Gold Plate
1990s American Charm Bracelets
Gold Plate
1990s American Charm Bracelets
Gold Plate
Vintage 1950s German Art Deco Bangles
Gold Plate
21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Bracelets
21st Century and Contemporary French Chain Bracelets
Vintage 1950s American Art Deco Tennis Bracelets
2010s Italian Contemporary Wrist Watches
Vintage 1950s American Retro Bracelets
Gold Plate
Vintage 1940s American Link Necklaces
20th Century Bangles
20th Century Bangles
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Cuff Bracelets
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Band Rings
Emerald, Platinum
1990s Bangles
Diamond, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Band Rings
Tsavorite, Sapphire, Ruby, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
20th Century Italian Neoclassical Cuff Bracelets
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Retro Bracelets
24k Gold, Gold Plate
Vintage 1960s Bangles
Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1910s English Edwardian Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1960s Chinese Bangles
Vermeil, Enamel, Silver
Vintage 1920s Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
2010s French Band Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s American Contemporary Models and Miniatures
White Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Antique 19th Century English Victorian Drop Earrings
Diamond, 15k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver
Late 20th Century French Contemporary Hoop Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Retro Brooches
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s British Modern Engagement Rings
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Modern Cocktail Rings
Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Finding the Right Bracelets for You
Today, antique and vintage bracelets are versatile and universally loved accessories that can add polish and pizzazz to any ensemble.
Bracelets were among the jewels discovered to have been buried with Pharaoh Tutankhamun when his tomb was unearthed in 1922, and wrist and arm bracelets were allegedly worn by Queen Puabi in Sumer, southern Mesopotamia. But preceding the adornments of Ancient Egypt and elsewhere, the people of prehistoric times likely wore the decorative accessory, fashioning it from shells and fish bones. When the Bronze Age allowed for more durable materials and semiprecious stones to be incorporated into jewelry, bracelets became a treasured symbol of wealth.
In the thousands of years following the debut of the world’s first bracelets, the artistry behind this common accessory has only broadened, with designers at popular jewelry houses growing more venturesome over time. David Webb looked to nature for his Animal Kingdom bracelets, and for her best-selling bracelets and more at Tiffany & Co., Elsa Peretti would frequently do the same. From bangles to tennis bracelets, the modern age offers plenty of options.
Internationally acclaimed bracelet designs have on occasion become powerful symbols of status, style and, in the case of Cartier's iconic design, love. The Cartier Love bracelet can be found on the wish list of most jewelry lovers and on the wrist of some of the world’s biggest stars. Its arrangement of mock screwheads and distinctive functionality — it was initially locked and unlocked with an accompanying vermeil screwdriver — is an enduring expression of loyalty, unity and romance. (Do you know how to spot a fake Cartier Love bracelet?)
While the Love bracelet has played a role in the skyrocketing popularity of cuff-style bracelets, they are far from the only glamorous option for collectors. Make a statement with an Art Deco design, a style that sees all kinds of iterations fitted with studded cuffs, one-of-a-kind shapes and dazzling insets. A chunky vintage gold bracelet in the Retro style will prove eye-catching and elevate any outfit.
One of the best things about bracelets, however, is that you never have to choose just one. Style icon Jacqueline Kennedy stacked her Croisillon bracelets — designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. — with such frequency that the ornate bangles were eventually dubbed “Jackie bracelets” by reporters. Contemporary silver pieces can easily complement each other, rendering a layering of luxury almost a necessity.
Find a diverse collection of bracelets that you can sort by style, stone cut and more on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022Yes, Cartier Love bracelets are real gold. You can choose between a yellow gold, rose gold or a white gold band. The Love collection is designed to be a symbol of free-spirited love with a screw motif to lock in love. You’ll find a variety of products from the Cartier Love collection from some of the world’s top boutiques on 1stDibs.
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How to Spot a Fake Cartier Love Bracelet
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.
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