Chopard Happy Diamonds Bangle
Early 2000s Swiss Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Bangles
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Bangles
White Gold
2010s Swiss Contemporary Modern Bracelets
18k Gold
2010s Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, Pink Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Stainless Steel
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modern Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Solitaire Rings
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century French Retro Vanity Items
18k Gold, Gold Plate
20th Century Wrist Watches
Stainless Steel, Steel
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Stud Earrings
Diamond, Rose Gold, 18k Gold
1990s Swiss Modern Stud Earrings
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Stud Earrings
18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Stainless Steel
2010s Italian Modern Bracelets
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage 1950s Italian Cuff Bracelets
Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces
Yellow Gold, White Gold
2010s American Solitaire Rings
Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Onyx, Sapphire, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Artisan Wrist Watches
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
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21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Bangles
2010s Bangles
Early 2000s Swiss Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Bangles
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s Italian Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, Rose Gold
2010s Bangles
2010s Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
20th Century Bangles
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
2010s Italian Bangles
Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss More Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Early 2000s Modern Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Modern Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s Bangles
2010s Bangles
21st Century and Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s French Modern Link Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Wrist Watches
Early 2000s Swiss Modern Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1990s Swiss Wrist Watches
Ruby, Emerald, Diamond, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold
Chopard for sale on 1stDibs
In 1860, a 24-year-old son of a farmer, Louis-Ulysse Chopard (1836–1915), established the L.U.C. company — now known simply as Chopard, rather than by the founder’s initials — in Sonvilier, Switzerland. His initial work evolved from making mechanical movements to building the watches themselves, concentrating on making the pocket watch slimmer to carry for everyday use while also ensuring it was precise and reliable.
Early successes for Chopard included providing watches for the punctuality needs of the Swiss Railway Company. Recognizing the international market for Swiss watchmaking, Chopard traveled across Europe and Russia, with Czar Nicholas II becoming a client in 1912.
Chopard’s son, Paul-Louis, took over after Louis-Ulysse’s death in 1915 and expanded the business to La Chaux-de-Fonds. In 1937, the company relocated to the watchmaking center of Geneva, where they could mark their work with the prestigious Geneva Seal. (Paul-Louis’s son, Paul-André, took the reins in 1943.) Business thinned in the postwar years, and Paul-André’s sons declined the opportunity to take over for their father.
In 1963, Chopard was acquired by German goldsmith and watchmaker Karl Scheufele III and his wife, Karin. Under their ownership, Chopard added jewelry to its offerings. The popular Happy Diamonds wristwatch debuted in 1976 — it launched a collection, which now features bracelets, rings and other items. The distinctive watch sees dozens of glittering diamonds, loosed from their settings, moving freely around the dial.
The story goes that the in-house designer Ronald Kurowski was inspired by the kinetic glimmers of sunlight on a waterfall in the Black Forest. He would then develop the innovative system for the Happy Diamonds timepiece that he hoped would essentially mimic his experience in the woods.
A young Caroline Scheufele — Karl and Karin’s daughter, who would later become copresident and artistic director — led the introduction of a Happy Diamonds jewelry line in 1985, with her design for a playful clown pendant with a belly full of jittering precious stones. Subsequent lines and accessories such as the Happy Dreams bracelet, Happy Hearts collection and the Happy Sport watches further enhanced Chopard’s range of dynamic adornment.
The Scheufele family-run company continues to be synonymous with excellence in timepieces, such as its role as the official timekeeper for the Grand Prix de Monaco Historique, creating all of its movements in-house. And Chopard is constantly developing its wares, from sunglasses and fragrances to recent introductions of high-end handbags.
Find a wide range of vintage Chopard wristwatches, necklaces, rings and other jewelry on 1stDibs.
Finding the Right bangles for You
Today, it would be tough to track down a jewelry lover who doesn’t have a stack of vintage and contemporary 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 bangles (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 and contemporary bangles 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 bangles for innumerable accessorizing options.
- Is Chopard a good watch?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021Chopard has been manufacturing luxury watches since 1860. The watches are more fashionable than functional, but they're extremely high quality and on the same par as Rolex, Cartier and Patek Philippe.
- What is Chopard famous for?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022The Chopard name is most famous for its luxury watches, jewelry and accessories. The company started in 1860 as watchmaker Louis-Ulysse Chopard gained fame for his exquisite skills. Its reputation is built upon the dedication to excellence and fine quality materials that are used in the production of its watches and other items. Shop a collection of Chopard watches, jewelry and accessories from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.