JAS-20-2054 - 24K/SS FLEXIBLE BANGLE BRACELET with DIAMONDS & ORANGE SAPPHIRES
By JA Star USA
Located in New York, NY
24K/SS FLEXIBLE BANGLE BRACELET with DIAMONDS & ORANGE SAPPHIRES Metal: 24K Yellow Gold & Sterling Silver Stones Info: Round Orange Sapphires Stones Weight: 2.15 Ctw Diamonds Info: ...
Diamond, Sapphire, 24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
14 Karat Yellow Gold 1.00 Carat Diamond Flexible Bracelet
Located in Great neck, NY
One of the Best-Sellers of the Joelle Collection! This bangle is available in White & Yellow Gold. This bangle Has a Flexible feature for comfort.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$7,917 / item
14K Rose Gold Diamond 3ct Flexible Bracelet for Her
By Joelle Fine Jewelry
Located in Great neck, NY
Quality Flexible Bangle: Made from real 14k gold and 60 glittering white approximately 3.02 ct.
Diamond, Rose Gold
14K Rose Gold Diamond .75ct Flexible Bracelet for Her
By Joelle Fine Jewelry
Located in Great neck, NY
Quality Flexible Stackable Bangle: Made from real 14k gold and 76 glittering white approximately 3/4 cts.
Diamond, Rose Gold
14K Yellow Gold Diamond .75ct Flexible Bracelet for Her
By Joelle Fine Jewelry
Located in Great neck, NY
Quality Flexible Stackable Bangle: Made from real 14k gold and 76 glittering white approximately 3/4 cts.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
$7,917 / item
14K White Gold Diamond 3ct Flexible Bracelet for Her
By Joelle Fine Jewelry
Located in Great neck, NY
Quality Flexible Bangle: Made from real 14k gold and 60 glittering white approximately 3.02 ct.
Diamond, White Gold
14K White Gold Diamond .75ct Flexible Bracelet for Her
By Joelle Fine Jewelry
Located in Great neck, NY
Quality Flexible Stackable Bangle: Made from real 14k gold and 76 glittering white approximately 3/4 cts.
Diamond, White Gold
14K Yellow Gold Diamond 3ct Flexible Bracelet for Her
By Joelle Fine Jewelry
Located in Great neck, NY
Quality Flexible Bangle: Made from real 14k gold and 60 glittering white approximately 3.02 ct.
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Spiga 18k Gold Diamond Triple Wrap Flexible Coil Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Original Bulgari Spiga Flexible Strap Bracelet Highlighted with brilliant-cut diamonds, Inner circumference approximately 6' - 7' inches size is adjustable and flexible. signed Bulga...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
Signature Roberto Coin Primavera Designer Pave Diamond Gold Flexible Bracelet
By Roberto Coin
Located in Montreal, QC
Signature Roberto Coin Designer Primavera Pave Diamond Gold Flexible Bracelet. From Roberto Coin's Signature Iconic Primavera collection, this Exquisite Bangle Bracelet is fashioned...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,562Sale Price|20% Off
Flexible Bracelet Rice Grain Shape White Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
Crafted in 18K White Gold, this supple bracelet combines both the beauty of precious gold and the flexibility that allows for optimal comfort when worn. Its Grain of Rice-shaped desi...
Gold, 10k Gold, White Gold
Flexible Diamond bracelet fits most wrists 14KT gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Stunning flexible bracelet in solid 14KT gold with natural diamonds, comfortable and very well made, these bracelets are less prone to damage in a long run because of the impeccable...
Diamond
Alex Jona White Diamond Black Enamel Gold Flexible Snake Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, stunning 18 karat yellow gold flexible coil snake bracelet. Two marquise diamonds weighing 0.37carats set on the head of the serpe...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, Gold
1.50 ct Natural Sapphire & Diamond Flexible Bracelet
By Hakimi's Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite flexible bangle bracelet showcases a harmonious blend of elegance and modern design.
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Heart Aand Key 14k Solid Gold Flexible Bracelet with Genuine Diamond
Located in Chicago, IL
Heart And Key 14k Solid Gold Flexible Bracelet With Genuine Diamond Wedding Gift Light weight can be worn everyday Additional information: Condition: New with tags: A brand-new, unu...
Diamond, Rose Gold, Gold, 14k Gold
White Round Brilliant Diamond And Amethyst Flexible Bracelet In 18K White Gold.
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
Flexible and adaptable bangle hand created by Moguldiam Inc in 18k white gold features white round brilliant diamonds weighing 0.44 carat ( GH color and VS clarity) and amethyst weig...
Amethyst, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
0.64 ct Natural Sapphire & Diamond Flexible Bracelet
By Hakimi's Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
This elegant bangle bracelet embodies a sleek and modern design. At its center, a natural emerald-cut blue sapphire commands attention with its deep hue. Flanking the sapphire are 14...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Esser 18 kt Gold Flexible Bracelet with Diamonds, Cabochon, Sapphires & Ruby
Located in Antwerp, BE
Beautiful Van Esser 18 kt. Gold Flexible Bracelet with Diamonds, Cabochon, Sapphires and Ruby. Sapphire: 2 Cabochon sapphire approx. 1,3 ct. Ruby: 1 Cabochon Ruby, approx. 0,5 ct...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Sapphire and diamond bangle bracelet 14KT gold
Located in Jupiter, FL
Modern bangle bracelet made with sapphires and diamonds in 14KT gold, stunning and flexible bangle that fits so well on most wrists.
Gold, 14k Gold
1.56 Carat Natural Diamond Flexible Bracelet G SI 14K White Gold 7''
By Morris & David
Located in New York, NY
1.56 Carat Natural Diamond Flexible Bracelet G SI 14K White Gold 7'' 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Flexible Diamond Bracelet 1.56CT G-H SI 14K White G...
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold
0.53 Carat Natural Diamond Flexible Clover Bracelet G SI 14k White Gold
By Morris & David
Located in New York, NY
0.53 Carat Natural Diamond Clover Flexible Bangle Bracelet G-H SI 14K White Gold 7''' 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way 0.53CT G-H SI 14K White Gold, Pave set, 5.3 G...
Diamond, White Gold
3.00 Carat Natural Diamond Flexible Tennis Bracelet G SI 14 Karat White Gold
By Morris & David
Located in New York, NY
3.00 Carat Natural Diamond Flexible Tennis Bracelet G SI 14K White Gold 7'' 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Flexible Diamond Tennis Bracelet 3.00CT G-H SI 1...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
1.25 Carat Natural Diamond Flexible Tennis Bracelet G SI 14 Karat Rose Gold
By Morris & David
Located in New York, NY
1.25 Carat Natural Diamond Flexible Tennis Bracelet G SI 14K Rose Gold 7'' 100% Natural Diamonds, Not Enhanced in any way Round Cut Flexible Diamond Tennis Bangle Bracelet ...
Diamond, Rose Gold
1.50 ct Natural Sapphire & Diamond Flexible Bracelet in 14k YG
By Hakimi's Gem
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite bangle bracelet captivates with its modern allure. Adorned with 7 natural striking blue oval sapphires, each stone is complemented by the brilliance of 69 natural roun...
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Suzanne Kalan 18kt White Gold, .98ct Diamond Firework Bangle
Located in New York, NY
Just under a carat of beautiful white diamond baguettes adorn this unique 18 karat white gold flexible bangle by Susanne Kalan. Diamond 0.98cts
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
White Ceramic and 1.81 Ct Diamond Flexible Stretch Bracelet
By Cellini
Located in New York, NY
Easy-to-wear and comfortable, this flexible stretch bracelet is composed of white ceramic links and a center section of seven 18 karat white gold diamond links totaling 1.81 carats ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
White Round Brilliant Diamond And Round Brilliant Tsavorite Flexible Bracelet.
By MOGULDIAM INC
Located in New York, NY
Very fashionable and chic perfect for everyday wear. An 18k white gold crossover flexible bangle bracelet with pave set white round brilliant diamond weighing 0.61 carat with VS clar...
White Diamond, Tsavorite, Diamond, 18k Gold
Suzanne Kalan 18kt White Gold 1.80ct Blue Sapphire Fireworks Bangle
By Suzanne Kalan
Located in New York, NY
Twenty six beautiful blue sapphire baguettes adorn this unique 18 karat white gold flexible bangle by Susanne Kalan. Sapphires 1.80cts
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Suzanne Kalan 18kt Rose Gold 1.55ct. Brown Diamond Fireworks Bangle
By Suzanne Kalan
Located in New York, NY
Twenty six beautiful brown diamond baguettes adorn this unique 18 karat white gold flexible bangle by Susanne Kalan. Diamonds = 1.55 cts
Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
14 Karat Yellow Spiral Bangle
By Belfiore Jewelry
Located in Great Neck, NY
Spiral diamond bangle set in 14K yellow gold. This flexible bangle weighs a total of 0.65 carats.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mark Broumand 0.37 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Halo Flexible Cuff
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This diamond halo flexible cuff showcases 0.37ct of round brilliant cut diamonds set in 14k yellow gold. The diamonds are graded at F-G, VS2-SI1.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mark Broumand 0.37 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamond Halo Flexible Cuff
By Mark Broumand
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This feminine flexible cuff showcases 0.37ct of round brilliant cut diamonds hand set in 14k rose gold. The diamonds are graded at F-G, VS2-SI1.
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Modern Gold David Yurman Solari Pearl & Diamond Flex Bangle 3 Bracelet Set
By David Yurman
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Modern 18 karat yellow gold flexible bangle bracelet set by David Yurman from the Solari Collection.
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold
Diamond bracelet 2.45 carats 7 grams FLEXIBLE bracelet fits all new technology
Located in Jupiter, FL
New technology! Fits most wrists, this is a natural diamond bracelet totaling 2.45 carats, stunning, very comfortable and flexible, the technology is so great it is proven to last lo...
Diamond, 14k Gold
26.42 Carats Multi-Colored Gemstone Rainbow Bangle Bracelet 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
This colorful 18 karat yellow gold flexible bangle bracelet features an impressive 26.42 carats total of sparkling natural emerald cut gemstones in various shades of the rainbow.
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Iolite, Peridot, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, ...
Flexible Baguette Emerald 18 Karat Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
A stunning bracelet handmade in 18K gold. It is set in 3.32 carats of baguette emeralds. Wear it alone or stack it with your favorite pieces. Also available in rose & yellow gold. Ba...
Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Flexible Baguette Diamond 18 Karat Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
A stunning bracelet handmade in 18K gold. It is set in 3.19 carats of round & baguette diamonds. Wear it alone or stack it with your favorite pieces. Also available in rose & yellow ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,600Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Bangle Bracelet Bangle Bracelet Flexible Modern 1.31ct 14KT
Located in Jupiter, FL
Diamond Bangle bracelet in 14KT white gold, the bangle bracelet is flexible and very comfortable when on the hand.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,120Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Bangle Bracelet Bangle Bracelet Flexible Modern 0.48ct 14KT
Located in Jupiter, FL
Diamond Bangle bracelet in 14KT white gold, the bangle bracelet is flexible and very comfortable when on the hand.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
0.25 carats flexible diamond bracelet bangle
Located in Jupiter, FL
Modern flexible bracelet, bubble design with natural diamonds 0.25 carats VS-SI clarity and F-G color. Fits many wrists as its super stretchy and the quality is impeccable made in 14...
Diamond, 14k Gold
Flexible X Yellow and White 18k Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This classic flexible bracelet is crafted in textured 18k yellow gold and accented with X motifs in polished white gold. Makers mark ZRW. Made in Italy circa 1980s. Measurements: 0.5...
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,000Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 2.33ct Diamond Flexible Tennis Bangle Bracelet Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Exquisite modern diamond flexible tennis bracelet / bangle, by Alexander Beverly Hills. 64 round diamonds, 2.33 carats.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$5,300Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 2.38ct Diamond Flexible Tennis Bangle Bracelet Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Exquisite modern diamond flexible tennis bracelet / bangle, by Alexander Beverly Hills. 59 round diamonds, 2.38 carats.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$5,300Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 2.38ct Diamond Flexible Tennis Bangle Bracelet Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Exquisite modern diamond flexible tennis bracelet / bangle, by Alexander Beverly Hills. 59 round diamonds, 2.38 carats.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$5,000Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 2.33ct Diamond Flexible Tennis Bangle Bracelet Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Exquisite modern diamond flexible tennis bracelet / bangle, by Alexander Beverly Hills. 64 round diamonds, 2.33 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,700Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 1.48ct Diamond Flexible Tennis Bangle Bracelet Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Exquisite modern diamond flexible tennis bracelet / bangle, by Alexander Beverly Hills. 93 round diamonds, 1.48 carats.
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Bulgari Ruby Sapphire and Pearl Flexible Gold Cuff Bracelet Bangle
By Bulgari
Located in Austin, TX
A beautiful and classic flexible 18K yellow gold cuff bangle set with pearls, sapphires and rubies by Bulgari, circa 1980's.
Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Open Flexible Wide Bangle Bracelet
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1980's Open Flexible Wide Bangle Bracelet - The bracelet measures 7 inches long and 3/4 inches wide. It features a hidden clasp with a figure 8 safety. The bracelet weighs 25...
14k Gold
Flexible Italian 2.10ctw Diamond 18K White Gold Cuff Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Italian 2.10ctw diamond flexible, spring tension cuff style bangle bracelet in 18k White Gold.
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
$3,752Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Bangle Bracelet Flexible Modern 1CT 14KT
Located in Jupiter, FL
Diamond Bangle bracelet in 14KT white gold, the bangle bracelet is flexible and very comfortable when on the hand.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$1,408Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Bangle Bracelet Flexible Modern 0.18CT 14KT
Located in Jupiter, FL
Diamond Bangle bracelet in 14KT white gold, the bangle bracelet is flexible and very comfortable when on the hand.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$3,680Sale Price|20% Off
Diamond Bangle Bracelet Flexible Modern 0.97ct 14KT
Located in Jupiter, FL
Diamond Bangle bracelet in 14KT white gold, the bangle bracelet is flexible and very comfortable when on the hand.
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
Alex Jona Hematite Turquoise White Gold Cuff Flexible Bangle Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, Hematite cuff flexible bangle 3cm wide, alternating 18 karat white gold elements, set with turquoise cabochons.
Turquoise, Hematite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Sonia Bitton 14K Yellow gold Flexible Diamond Cuff Bangle 0.25ctw
By Sonia Bitton
Located in New York, NY
Material Content : 14K , Titanium Inner Titanium Core For Flexibility Plating Type: Rhodium (white gold) Finish: Polished Total Ct Wt. of all diamonds: 0.25ct Diamond Clarity : GH/...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Titanium, Yellow Gold
1.25ctw Diamond Ruby Flexible Bangle Tennis Bracelet 14k White Gold 6.75"
Located in McLeansville, NC
Gemstone Information: - Natural Diamonds - Total Carats - 0.65ctw Cut - Round Brilliant Color - G - H Clarity - SI1 - I2 - Natural Rubies - Total Carats - 0.60ctw Cut - Round Color ...
Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold
14K Rose Gold Natural 2.43ct Round Brilliant Diamond Flexible Bangle Bracelet
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Style: Diamond Stretch Bracelet Material: 14k Rose Gold Diamond Details: There are approximately 2.43 carats total weight of natural diamonds. Diamond Clarity: Approximately SI in...
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$5,457Sale Price|20% Off
Full Eternity Natural 2.35Ct Diamond Flexible Bangle Bracelet 14Karat White Gold
Located in Deira, Dubai
Experience timeless luxury with this natural diamond tennis bangle crafted in 14K white gold. Designed with a seamless row of brilliant round-cut diamonds, this elegant bracelet deli...
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, 14k Gold
Wide Flexible 18 Karat Diamond Cuff Bangle
Located in Bethesda, MD
This bold wide flexible diamond cuff is highlighted with five rows of shimmering diamonds. Expertly designed to easily expand over the wrist. This bracelet is offered at an exception...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Alexander Beverly Hills 1.47ct Diamond Flexible Tennis Bangle Bracelet Rose Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Exquisite modern diamond flexible tennis bracelet / bangle, by Alexander Beverly Hills. 71 round diamonds, 1.73 carats.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
$3,400Sale Price|20% Off
Alexander Beverly Hills 1.85ct Diamond Flexible Tennis Bangle Bracelet Rose Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Exquisite modern diamond flexible tennis bracelet / bangle, by Alexander Beverly Hills. 71 round diamonds, 1.85 carats.
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose 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.