18k Yellow Gold Graduated Interlocking Wire Open Curb Link Weave Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: 18k Solid Yellow Gold Weight: 14.09 Grams Chain Type: Interlocking Wire Open Circular link Chain Length: 7.5" (measured on ruler) Adjustable, will comfortably fit up to 7.2...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Retro 18 Karat Yellow Gold Twisted Curb Chain Links Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bracelet in 18 karat yellow gold. Antique gourmette, the links of this antique bracelet are gourmette-type, slightly twisted and ribbed on top.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari 18K Curb Link Bracelet Tubular Two Tone White and Yellow Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Fairfield, CT
Bulgari 18K Curb Link Bracelet Tubular Two Tone White and Yellow Gold This Bulgari bracelet is made in 18k white and yellow gold, featuring a series of sculptural interlocking link...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$17,300
H 0.32 in W 0.75 in L 8 in
Mid-20th Century 14K Yellow Gold Large Curb Link Florentine Finish Bracelet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This vintage, yellow gold, Florentine finish, curb link bracelet is the epitome of quality construction and style.
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18k Yellow Gold 0.75ctw Diamond 3 Cluster Center Curb Link Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (21) Natural Genuine Diamonds - Round Brilliant Cut - Prong Set - I1/I2 Clarity - H/I Color Total Carat Weight: 0.75 (approx.) Material: 18K Solid Yellow Gold Weight: ...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Curb Cuban Link Chain Mens ID Polished Bracelet 925 Sterling Silver
Located in New York, NY
Make an elegant statement with our simple and appealing mens ID bracelet. This popular style bracelet is a must have accessory.
Sterling Silver
Alex Jona Gold-Plate Sterling Silver Twisted Wire Curb Link Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, gold plated twisted wire sterling silver curb link bracelet. Marked Alex Jona. Alex Jona jewels stand out, not only for their spec...
Gold Plate, Sterling Silver
Monica Rich Kosann Sterling Silver Pave Sapphire Curb Link Bracelet 7.5" 61.2g
By Monica Rich Kosann
Located in Northbrook, IL
Monica Rich Kosann curb link chain bracelet in sterling silver with sapphire accents.
Sapphire, Sterling Silver
Yellow Gold Fancy Double Curb Figaro Chain Bracelet 7 1/4" - 14k
Located in Greensboro, NC
Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Chain Style: Fancy Double Curb Figaro Bracelet Style: Chain Fastening Type: Lobster Claw Clasp Measurements Chain Width: 3/16" (4.5mm) Width at Stat...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Heavy 18k Gold Curb Link Bracelet with Four Natural Citrines, 73.8 g
Located in Berlin, BE
Substantial curb link bracelet crafted in solid 18k yellow gold.
Citrine, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Hemmerle Heart Moonstone Diamond Curb Chain Bracelet 18k 750 Yellow Gold
By Hemmerle
Located in München, DE
This rare vintage Hemmerle curb chain bracelet, crafted in the 1980s, is an outstanding example of German high jewelry.
Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,556Sale Price / item|20% Off
L 7 in
Natural Diamond Baguette Medallion Curb Link Bracelet 14K Rose Gold 0.95ct
Located in Diera, Dubai
A striking blend of contemporary elegance and timeless luxury, this 14K solid rose gold diamond bracelet features bold interlocking links accented with shimmering natural diamonds. A...
Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, 14k Gold
French 20th Century 18 Karat Yellow Gold Baby Curb Maryvonne Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bracelet in 18 karats yellow gold, eagle's head hallmark. A delightful antique children's bracelet, with serrated and oval links holding a small yellow gold plate engraved with the f...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Georges Lenfant for Tiffany France Mid-Century Gold Curb Link Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
The attractive bracelet designed as a straight row of textured 18kt yellow gold double curb links, signed TIFFANY & CO.
Gold, 18k Gold
Modern Second-Hand Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Curb Chain Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bracelet in 18 karat white gold, weevil hallmark. A diamond bracelet with geometric lines, it features a gourmette link set with 2 8/8-cut diamonds at the end of each motif. The clas...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Early Victorian 14k Rosy Gold Repousse Work Double Curb Link Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Rosy Yellow Gold Weight: 18.43 Grams Bracelet Type: Repousse Work Double Curb Link Bracelet Length: Will Comfortably Fit up to 7 Inches Wrist.
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$10,798
W 0.32 in D 0.89 in L 7.29 in
Gents Diamond Figaro Curb Link Bracelet in Heavy Solid 14ct White Gold
Located in London, GB
This striking gents diamond-set Figaro curb link bracelet is crafted in heavy solid 14-carat white gold, delivering a bold and confident statement of style.
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Vintage French Two-Tone 18 Karat Yellow Gold Textured Curb Link Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage French Origin Two-Tone Yellow Gold Textured Curb Link Bracelet composed of Solid 18k yellow gold.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Modern 18K Gold Large Curb Link Necklace & Bracelet Set by David Yurman
By David Yurman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Modern 18 karat yellow gold curb link necklace and bracelet set by David Yurman.
18k Gold
14K Yellow Gold Flat Curb Link 7.75 Inch Bracelet Made in Italy
Located in New York, NY
Weight: 3.78 grams • Design: Flat Curb Link
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,440Sale Price / item|20% Off
W 0.2 in D 0.15 in L 7.5 in
Minimalist Emerald-Cut Ruby Station Bracelet 1.28ct 14K Yellow Gold Curb Chain
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
The ruby measures approximately 7 x 5 mm and is elegantly secured in a four-prong setting, connected to a stylish curb chain for durability and subtle texture. The bracelet measures ...
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Heart Bar 14K (or 18k upon request) Gold Curb Chain Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A stunning display of color and brilliance, the Diamond Heart Bar 14K Gold Curb Chain Bracelet is crafted from luxurious 14K yellow gold.
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$840Sale Price|20% Off
W 0.26 in L 7 in
Natural Mozambique Red Ruby & Diamond Curb Chain Bracelet in 14K Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This elegant chain bracelet features a 0.45 carat ruby set in 14K yellow gold. The ruby measuring 5.8 x 4.1 mm in a classic prong setting. The center stone is accented by 0.13 carats...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Edwardian 15.6g 9K Gold Curb Chased Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An Edwardian gold bracelet, comprising plain and chased curb links, a padlock clasp, and safety chain, in 9 karat rosy yellow gold.
9k Gold
9ct Yellow Gold Chunky Curb Cuban Link Solid Bracelet 61.1g 9 Inches
Located in London, GB
9ct Yellow Gold Chunky Curb Cuban Link Solid Bracelet 61.1g 9 Inches This 9ct yellow gold bracelet is a stunning piece of fine jewellery that is sure to catch the eye.
10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lika Behar Carla Blackened Silver & 24k Gold Curb Cuban Link Adjustable Bracelet
By Lika Behar
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid Blackened Silver Bracelet w/ 24k Yellow Gold Weight: 27.1 Grams Chain Length: Measures 8 Inches Next to a Ruler. Adjustable Will fit up to a 6.5 & 7.5 inch wrist ...
Gold, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
18ct White & Yellow Gold Gents Solid Curb Link Bracelet – Heavy 87 Grams
Located in London, GB
A striking gents curb link bracelet crafted in solid 18ct white and yellow gold.
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
14ct Chunky Yellow Gold Curb Cuban Bracelet Solid Italy 4.0g 8 Inches
Located in London, GB
14ct Chunky Yellow Gold Curb Cuban Bracelet Solid Italy 4.0g 8 Inches Elevate your wrist game with this stunning 14ct yellow gold Cuban bracelet from Italy.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 9ct Rose Gold Stamped, Edwardian Era Curb Link Heart Padlock Bracelet
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Rose Gold Textured Link Padlock Bracelet 9ct Rose Gold Stamped on Each Link Circa 1910 Step back into the elegance of the Edwardian era with this stunning curb link brace...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
14k Yellow Gold 5.21mm Curb Chain Dangle Animal Charms Anklet Ankle Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold - Hollow design charms Weight: 8.84 Grams Charm Dimensions: 10.77 x 9.88mm (elephant) - 12.30 x 7.90mm (bear) - 10.54 x 6.94mm (ladybug) - 13.74 x 8.6...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$75,500
W 0.63 in L 20.5 in
Cartier 1970's Diamond 18 Karat Gold Vintage Curb Link Chain Bracelet Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a matching necklace and bracelet set designed as large graduated curb link chain Featuring platinum-topped stations and bead set with single and round brilliant cut diamo...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Platinum
925 Sterling Silver Curb Link Vintage Charm Bracelet with 20 Charms. 59.6gr.
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This Magnificent Charm Bracelet is crafted in 925 Sterling Silver, featuring 20 charms (17 of which are performed in silver, 3 are in metal): Alarm Clock, Cross, Triumphal Arch, Eif...
Sterling Silver
Pear Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Curb Chain Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This beautiful 14K yellow gold bracelet features fancy natural diamonds (0.48CT) in an elegant link design. With a size of 6.5+0.5 inches and a weight of 3.1 grams, it exudes timeles...
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
$2,950
W 0.34 in L 7 in
Curata Italian Solid 14k Yellow Gold Curb-Link Cuff Adjustable Bangle Bracelet
By Curata Jewelry
Located in Great Neck, NY
The bracelet is made from 14-karat yellow gold and features a series of curb links that create a classic and timeless design.
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Malachite Butterfly 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Curb Chain Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite 14K yellow gold bangle showcases a harmonious blend of natural diamonds (0.33CT) and vibrant malachite stones (4.0CT). The radiant diamonds contrast beautifully with t...
14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Vintage style 9 Carat Gold Curb Link Chain Bracelet with Heart Padlock
Located in London, GB
This gorgeous curb link bracelet exudes vintage charm. The piece features solid gold interlocking links crafted in 9 carat yellow gold.
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
$30,250
W 0.88 in L 6.75 in
Tiffany & Co. 1998 18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Ridged Cordis Curb Link Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Circa: 1998; via date stamp Width at Widest: 7/8 inch Bracelet Size: 6 3/4 inch circumference with 2 1/2 inch diameter Total Weight: 97.4 grams Stock Number: We-16312
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,608Sale Price / item|20% Off
W 5.2 in L 7.5 in
14k Solid Yellow Gold Curb Chain Ruby Station Bracelet Fine Statement Jewelry
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Elevate your jewelry collection with this exquisite 14k yellow gold bracelet, showcasing three vibrant emerald-cut rubies totaling 2.03 carats.
Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$960Sale Price / item|20% Off
W 0.29 in L 7 in
14k Yellow Gold Curb Link Chain Bracelet with Solitaire Emerald & Halo Diamond
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
The centerpiece is gracefully set on a sleek, polished curb chain that drapes comfortably around the wrist.
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,485
W 0.25 in L 8.5 in
70s Square Curb Link Bracelet 8.5" 14k Yellow Gold Textured Estate Fine Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage square curb link bracelet crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa 1970s).
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
James Avery Sterling Silver Double Curb Link Charm Bracelet with 4 Charms #24169
Located in Washington Depot, CT
James Avery Sterling Silver Double Curb Link Charm Bracelet with 4 Charms A sweet double curb link charm bracelet crafted in sterling silver by James Avery featuring 4 charms: ABC b...
Sterling Silver
$36,900Sale Price|20% Off
L 8.5 in
J. Birnbach 7.69 carat Diamond Pave Curb Link Bracelet with Cushion Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous pave curb link bracelet is right on trend and is the perfect addition to your jewelry collection!
Diamond, Platinum
$10,297 / item
W 0.99 in L 8.27 in
Alex Jona High Tech Ceramic 18 Karat Yellow Gold Curb Link Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, alternating 18 karat yellow gold and satin black high-tech ceramic curb-link bracelet. Hallmarks: Jona 750/°°° Dimensions: W = 2,5...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Anthony's Temptation - 9ct Gold and Garnet Snake Curb Necklace or Wrap Bracelet
Located in Midhurst, GB
1960s 9ct gold curb chain with a Victorian 9ct gold, garnet and sapphire snake motif clasp. Story: I made this necklace by combining two identical curb bracelets, both in 9ct yellow ...
Garnet, Gold
Unisex 14 Karat Yellow Gold Curb Link Bracelet with Pave Diamond Accents
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Striking unisex curb link bracelet with glittering pave diamonds.
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
9ct Rose Gold, Victorian Curb Link Bracelet with Dog Clip Clasp, Circa 1900
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Rose Gold Curb Link Bracelet with Dog Clip 9ct Gold Stamped on each link Circa 1900 Turn-of-the-century bracelet crafted in 9ct rose gold.
9k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage Yellow Gold 3.9mm Curb Cuban Link Chain Bracelet 8.5" Lobster Clasp
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 10.87 Grams Length: 8.5" (measured next to ruler) - will comfortably fit up to a 8.5” wrist (measured on wrist) Closure: Lobster Claw Clasp Wi...
Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,361
W 0.2 in L 7.25 in
Vintage Solid Yellow Gold 5.2mm Cuban Curb Link Chain Bracelet w/ Lobster Claw
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 10k Yellow Gold Bracelet w/ 14k Gold Clasp Weight: 10.47 Grams Chain Type: Cuban Curb Link Chain Length: Measures 7.25 Inches Next to a Ruler.
Gold, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamond Curb Link Bangle Bracelet 2.79 Carats in 18k Yellow Gold by Odelia
By Odelia
Located in La Jolla, CA
Diamond Curb Link Bangle Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Curb Link Bangle Bracelet features 2.79 carats of Round Brilliant cut Diamonds set in 18k Yellow Gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
9ct Rose Gold, Curb Albert Bracelet with T-bar & Swivel, Hallmarked London 1934
Located in Brighton, GB
Vintage Albert Bracelet 9ct Rose Gold Makers Mark J W B Ld Hallmarked London 1934 This exquisite vintage Albert bracelet features a stunning curb link design, gracefully showca...
9k Gold, Rose Gold
$410 / item
W 0.46 in D 0.15 in L 9 in
Silvorra Curb Chain 9 Inch Unisex Bracelet in 925 silver for Thanksgiving gift
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in solid 925 sterling silver, this bold curb chain bracelet weighs 22.6 grams and measures 9 inches in length, with a 0.46-inch width and 0.15-inch depth.
Silver, Sterling Silver
10k Yellow & White Gold 10" Diamond Cut Curb Cuban Link Anklet Ankle Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 10k Yellow Gold with White Gold Diamond Cut Weight: 3.41 Grams Chain Type: Curb Cuban Link Chain Length: 10 Inches (measured next to a ruler) Chain Width: 3.6mm (0.14...
Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,390
W 0.3 in L 7.88 in
Antique Victorian 9ct Rose Gold Heart Padlock Curb Link Chain Bracelet 20cm Long
Located in SYDNEY, AU
A superb 9ct gold antique padlock bracelet in gorgeous rose gold that has such a lovely warmth to it that looks beautiful on any skin tone. Each link is stamped with “9” and “375”, m...
9k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Vaid Roma 18 Karat Gold Curbed Link Bracelet 19.65 Carat Semi-Precious Stones
By Vaid Roma
Located in New York, NY
This 18 karat yellow gold curbed link bracelet with semi precious stones is the perfect example of their craftsmanship.
Citrine, Peridot, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$30,000
W 0.5 in L 7.5 in
Cartier 1970's 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Vintage Unisex Curb Link Chain Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Designed as a squared yellow gold curb link chain One side is topped with white gold Completed by concealed clasp closure With hinged figure eight safety Stamped for 18 karat gold Nu...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$2,748Sale Price / item|20% Off
L 7 in
0.80ct SI/HI Diamond Cluster Curb Link Chain Bracelet Gift 14K Yellow Gold
Located in Diera, Dubai
0.80ct SI/HI Diamond Cluster Curb Link Chain Bracelet Gift 14K Yellow Gold Featuring a round double halo diamond centerpiece that radiates luxury from every angle.
Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
14k Gold 10" Good Luck Theme Charm Curb Link Chain Anklet Ankle Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
14k Tri Color Lucky 7, Owl, Horse Shoe, Eye, Elephant, Four Leaf Clover Flower Charm Anklet Material: Solid 14k Yellow, White & Rose Gold Weight: 11 Grams Charm Dimensions: 13.2x8mm...
Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow 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.
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.
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.
As elegant as they are versatile, these jewels have become chic staples.
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.