$24,249Sale Price|20% Off
Fifteen Row Brushed Finished Multi Strand Pink Sapphire Bracelet 18KT 119 Grams
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow gold bracelet featuring 15 rows of multi strands in a brushed finish and a Pink Sapphire clasp weighing 119.2 grams.
Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Classy Five-Strand Bracelet with Cultured Pearls and Diamonds
Located in Lucerne, CH
This beautiful bracelet in Art Deco style consists of five rows of fine cultured pearls of approximately 4.30 to 4.75 mm in diameter strung on metal wires. The bracelet is closed on...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum
$158Sale Price|20% Off
Two Strand AB Blue Bead Bracelet With Gold Accents By Eugene Schultz, 1950s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Vintage item - Collectible costume jewelry piece from the mid-century - 8" length - Cornflower blue faceted glass beads with aurora borealis iridescent coating - Gold plated ac...
14K Bracelet Flat Woven & Braided 2 Strands, in Herringbone Pattern by Indaerre
Located in valatie, NY
14K Yellow Gold Bracelet, Flat Woven and Braided with 2 Strands in a Herringbone Pattern by "Indaerre" a jewelry manufacturer based in Vicenza, Italy. UNOAERRE (often referred to as ...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s 4 Strand Pearl Bracelet with Sapphire Flower Clasp
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 14k yellow gold with 80 pearls of 6mm, Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing approximately a total of 1.30 carats, and Round cut Sapphires weighing approximately a ...
Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Red Coral with Pave Diamond Clasp Multi-Strand Bracelet B1260
By Paradizia
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
Description Coral, 7 strand bracelet with pave diamond Vermeil strong magnetic clasp and 14k yellow gold faceted balls. Item # B1260 Pair it with matching necklace (Item# N3781). M...
Coral, Diamond, 14k Gold, Vermeil
Classic Cultured Japanese Pearl White Double Strand Vintage Bracelet 14k YG
Located in New York, NY
"Why wear one string when you can wear two?" Coco Chanel. You can never go wrong with a classic two strand pearl Bracelet! Large White ( some light pink overtone) Round, high-lust...
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Yurman Sterling Silver 18K Multi-Strand Pearl Onyx Bracelet w/Box #25110
By David Yurman
Located in Washington Depot, CT
David Yurman Sterling Silver and 18K Yellow Gold Multi-Strand Pearl Onyx Bracelet w/Box- This beautifully detailed sterling silver multi-strand bracelet by David Yurman features fac...
Onyx, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
【Vine Symphony】Aurora Ribbon Bow Akoya Pearl Double-Strand Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A timeless design with a romantic twist, this double-strand bracelet features luminous AAA Akoya pearls in delicate 4–6.5mm sizes. At its center, a graceful ribbon bow sparkles with ...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
CHANEL BRACELET, iconic CC, 3 strand chain interwoven with leather, 24k goldp.
By Karl Lagerfeld for Chanel
Located in Stuttgart, DE
Chanel bracelet, Made in France, 3 strand chain interwoven with leather - iconic CC center. 24 k goldplated, best condition - like new! Dimensions: CC size H 2 x 2.5 cm - Length of...
Gold Plate
【Crown Radiance】Art Deco Diamond Akoya Pearl Triple-Strand Evening Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A timeless masterpiece, this Japanese Aurora Baby Akoya Pearl Bracelet showcases three strands of 5-6mm pearls, each exhibiting a stunning luster and impeccable roundness. Designed f...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
【Sculpted Geometry】Lily Grace Baby Akoya Pearl & Diamond Double-Strand Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Experience the delicate beauty of Rose Overton luster with this exquisite High-Luster Japanese Baby Akoya Double-Strand Pearl Bracelet. Each pearl is carefully selected for its excep...
Diamond, Pearl, White Gold
Double Strand Cultured Pearl & Diamond Bracelet, Large Diamond Pendant 1.20 TDW
Located in Manhasset, NY
Double Strand Cultured Pearl & Diamond Bracelet. Large Diamond Clasp 1.20 ct (total diamond weight). 18 Karat White Gold 7 Inch Bracelet with Diamond Marquise Pendant. 13.6 grams t...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Christian Dior GROSSE 1958 13 Strands Layers Snake Rope Twist Chain Bracelet
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1958 Vintage Unisex 13 Strands Layers Snake Twist Chain Rope Box Linked Chain Extra Wide Bracelet, Gold plated Very good condition, light scratches and colour ...
Gold Plate
Vintage GIA 16.50ctw Cat's-Eye Moonstone Diamond Cultured Pearl 4 Strands 14KWG
Located in New York, NY
Multi-Strand Vintage Japanese Akoya Cultured Pearl Bracelet GIA 16.50ctw Cat's-Eye Moonstone Diamond 14K White Gold Clasp. Step into a realm of refined elegance with this jeweled vi...
Pearl, Diamond, Moonstone, Cultured Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
Retro Black Onyx White Onyx Bracelet 4-Strand Beads Mid-Century Modern
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning Black Onyx and White Onyx Bead Four Strand Bracelet with 9mm wide Onyx beads. The dramatic statement bracelet with the Black and White beads is just fabulous. Th...
Onyx, Gold-filled, Sterling Silver
【Crown Radiance】Grace AAA Baby Akoya Pearl Diamond Triple-Strand Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A masterpiece of refined elegance, this Triple-Row Baby Akoya Pearl Bangle features 5-6mm high-luster Japanese Akoya pearls, renowned for their delicate size and exceptional radiance...
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Christian Dior GROSSE 1963 Four 4 Strands Layer Wheat Chain Rope Snake Bracelet
By Henkel and Grosse for Christian Dior
Located in Wokingham, England
Christian Dior GROSSE 1963 Vintage Unisex Four 4 Strands Layers Wheat Chain Rope Snake Modernist Cuff Bracelet, Gold Tone Very good condition. Light scratches or colour loss, barely...
Gold Plate
Unavailable|$8,500
18kt Multi Strand Gold Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
This is a wonderful bracelet, It looks great and up to date on. It has a small saphire on the closure.it is 8."l x 1.75"w
Sapphire, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$48,000
Five Strand Diamond Gold Tennis Bracelet
Located in Sunny Isles Beach, FL
Five Strand Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 18K White Gold. Total Diamond Weight 35.36ct, 47 Diamonds per Strand, 235 Diamonds in Total, Bracelet Dimensions L 7.78cm x W 1.84cm
Diamond, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$5,293
Marco Bicego 10 Strand Diamond & Gold Bracelet
By Marco Bicego
Located in Fuengirola, Malaga
Distinctive and luxurious, the signature texture of this gold bracelet is the result of fine gold thread meticulously wrapped around a gold core. 18K yellow gold 10 strand bracele...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$650
White Gold Vermeil Triple Strand Tubogas Bracelet
By Jennifer Miller
Located in New York City, NY
White Gold Vermeil, 18kt White Gold Clad over Silver Triple Strand Tubogas Flex Bracelet. Signed Jennifer Miller. Forever Classic....wear one or stack them up.
Gold Plate
Unavailable|$8,500
Yellow Gold Triple Strand Tubogas Flex Bracelet.
By Jennifer Miller
Located in New York City, NY
18K Gold Triple Strand Tubogas Flex Bracelet. Signed Jennifer Miller. Forever Classic....wear one or stack them up.
18k Gold
Unavailable|$8,500
White Gold Triple Strand Tubogas Flex Bracelet.
By Jennifer Miller
Located in New York City, NY
18K White Gold Triple Strand Tubogas Flex Bracelet. Signed Jennifer Miller. Forever Classic....wear one or stack them up.
18k Gold
Unavailable|$8,500
Rose Gold Triple Strand Tubogas Flex Bracelet
By Jennifer Miller
Located in New York City, NY
18K Rose Gold Triple Strand Tubogas Flex Bracelet. Signed Jennifer Miller. Forever Classic....wear one or stack them up.
18k Gold
Unavailable|$12,825
Handwoven 22 Karat Gold Triple Strand Bracelet
By The Golden Eye
Located in Santa Fe, NM
Three lengths of handwoven 22k gold are fused at boxed ends and secure with a hand crafted 22k gold S clasp set with a white diamond. This triple strand bracelet by Keith Berge is 7....
White Diamond, 22k Gold
Unavailable|$4,800
Trianon Gold Multi Strand Pearl Diamond Bracelet
By Trianon
Located in Lambertville, NJ
18k White Gold , Gemstones: diamonds Saltwater Pearls - 3.5mm To 8.5mm In Diameter Diamonds - Approx. 0.30ctw Clarity: Vs Color: H Measurements: Bracelet 8.5" Long, 24mm Widest Po...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold
Unavailable|$845
Gold Silver Strand Adjustable Elephant Knot Bracelet Bangle
Located in Johannesburg, Gauteng
This stunning handmade, adjustable, elephant-knot bracelet consists of 2 gold and 1 Sterling silver strands with 2 gold knots.
14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Unavailable|$589
Silver Gold Strand Adjustable Elephant Knot Bracelet Bangle
Located in Johannesburg, Gauteng
The Sterling Silver or Gold-filled knots in this beautiful bracelet represent God’s hands holding the strands together.
14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Unavailable|$725
Silver Gold Strand Adjustable Elephant Knot Bracelet Bangle
Located in Johannesburg, Gauteng
The Sterling Silver or Gold-filled knots in this beautiful bracelet represent God’s hands holding the strands together.
14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Unavailable|$275
White Gold Vermeil Single Strand Tubogas Flex Bracelet
By Jennifer Miller
Located in New York City, NY
White Gold Vermeil, 18kt White Gold Clad over Silver Single Strand Tubogas Flex Bracelet. Signed Jennifer Miller. Forever Classic....wear one or stack them up.
Gold Plate
Unavailable|$8,500
Tri-Color Gold Triple Strand Tubogas Flex Bracelet
By Jennifer Miller
Located in New York City, NY
18K Tri-Color Gold Triple Strand Tubogas Flex Bracelet. Signed Jennifer Miller. Forever Classic....wear one or stack them up.
18k Gold
Unavailable|$7,860
18 Karat Yellow Gold Sapphire Multi-Strand Bracelet
Located in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Multi-strand bracelet in 18-karat yellow gold with blue sapphires. The bracelet has 9 strands that are made out of textured gold links with tassel ends. The clasp has 12 round cut na...
Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$1,820
Five Strand Pearl Diamond 18k Gold Bracelet, 20th century
Located in St. Catharines, ON
Beautiful five-strand pearl bracelet recalling the Belle Epoque, the lustrous pearls enhanced with five openwork 18k gold spacers in the shape of bows each set with 30 diamonds and c...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Unavailable|$1,800
14k Yellow Gold Three-Strand Pearl Bracelet w/ Gold Accents
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Pearl Bracelet Features Three Rows of Round Pearls Pearls Appx 5 - 6 mm in Diameter Nice Whitish, Pinkish, Mauvey Pearlescence 78 Pearls Total Three 14k Yellow Gold Bar-Sha...
Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$17,500
Multiple Strand Yellow Gold Shiny Chain Diamond Bracelet
Located in Bangkok, TH
18K Yellow Gold Shiny Chain Bracelet with Diamond Pavé Closure Diamond : 1.68ct. Pavé Round Brilliant Gold : 33.96g. 18K Yellow Gold Length: 7 1/4 inch
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$1,995
Akoya Cultured Pearl, Ruby and Gold Strand Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This 4 row Akoya Cultured Pearl strand bracelet is enhanced by three 18k white gold ruby spacers, as well as a ruby clasp. Elegant and classy this bracelet is perfect for most occasi...
Cultured Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$17,200
South Sea Pearl Three Strand Diamond Gold Bracelet
By Michael Barin
Located in Carmel by the Sea, CA
18 Karat White Gold and 18 Karat Rose Gold South Sea Pearl Bracelet, accented with 0.77 CT F/VS White Diamonds. The clasp features delicate, hand engraved detail. Pearls are one ...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Unavailable|$17,500
Marco Bicego Jaipur Gold Multi Strand Circle Link Bracelet
By Marco Bicego
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Marco Bicego Jaipur collection 18K yellow gold multi strand circle link bracelet. Bracelet measures 8" long and 2.5" wide, largest link is 33mm in diameter Marked: Marco Bicego, Made...
Gold, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$4,465
18 Karat Gold Multi-Strand Bracelet by Yuri Ichihashi
By Yuri Ichihashi
Located in Pikesville, MD
This stunning bracelet features Yuri Ichihashi's marvelous 'silken gold' texture on the glistening and luxurious 20 golden strands which gracefully cascade from each end of the polis...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$4,250
Marco Bicego Signature Gold Nugget Multi-Strand Stone Bracelet
By Marco Bicego
Located in Chicago, IL
Marco Bicego 18K yellow gold multi-strand stone bracelet with signature gold nuggets , with blue topaz and citrine stones.
Citrine, Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$2,150
Mikimoto Strand Bracelet, White Gold Clasp, A Quality UD65107W
By Mikimoto
Located in Wilmington, DE
This bracelet features 6.5x 6mm Akoya Cultured Pearls bracelet with 18k white gold MIKIMOTO signature clasp. 7" in length. UD65107W
White Gold
Unavailable|$3,780
Marco Bicego Cairo Yellow Gold Five Strand Ladies Bracelet BG716
By Marco Bicego
Located in Wilmington, DE
Marco Bicego® Cairo Collection Yellow Gold Five Strand Bracelet 18k Yellow Gold Length 6.75 inches BG716
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$14,995 / item
18k Gold 0.47 Carat Inverted White Diamond Double Strand Bracelet
By Dorian Webb
Located in Oakland, CA
Intention: Elevating the often unseen Design: The Inverted Diamond Double Strand Bracelet puts the rarely seen underside of diamonds front and center. Featuring polyrhythms at their...
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$6,500
Marco Bicego Murano Gold Mix Gemstone Two Strand Bracelet
By Marco Bicego
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Marco Bicego Murano collection 18K yellow gold link bracelet, set with amethyst, citrine, peridot, topaz, tourmaline gemstones. Bracelet measures 7" long and 1" wide. Marked: Marco B...
Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, Gold, 18k Gold
Gurhan Sterling Silver & 24k Yellow Gold Beaded 3-Strand Bracelet
By Gurhan
Located in Rochester, NY
Sterling silver & 24 karat yellow gold beaded 3-strand olives bracelet. Adjustable from 7-8.25 inches with lobster clasp.
24k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Unavailable|$15,500
Marco Bicego Jaipur Gold Diamond Tourmaline Multi Strand Link Bracelet
By Marco Bicego
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Marco Bicego Jaipur collection 18K yellow gold multi strand bracelet set with pink tourmalines and 0.80ctw of VS/G-H diamonds. Bracelet measure 8" long and 1.5" wide. Marked: Marco B...
Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$3,900
Double Strand Gold Wire Wrapped Crossover Diamond 18 Karat Bracelet
Located in Spartanburg, SC
18K yellow gold double strand gold wire wrapped crossover bracelet with diamond station. The diamonds weigh 0.15 carat total.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Unavailable|$34,000
Stunning Multi Strand Diamond Bracelet
Located in Buffalo Grove, IL
This five strand bracelet is made of 18kt white gold and features round brilliant cut and princess cut diamonds weighing over 11cts.
White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Triple Strand Freshwater Pearl Bracelet with 14 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Melbourne, AU
A triple row semi-round white Freshwater pearl bracelet with pearls measuring 4 - 5mm with a good lustre and few natural surface marks. The bracelet has two 14ct yellow gold dividers...
Pearl, Freshwater Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$5,528
18 Karat Yellow Gold White Diamonds Multi Strand Pearls Vintage Bracelet
Located in Milano, IT
This breathtaking vintage bracelet features 18 strands of little tiny pearls with a clasp crafted from 18 karat yellow gold. The lovely pearls are well matched in size and have a ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$3,800
Yellow Gold Thin Multi Strand Wide Flowy Waterfall Drape Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet Length: 7.75 inches Bracelet Width: 1.00 inches Total Item Weight (grams): 31.7 The simple and unique design is perfect for your elegant look, which ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unavailable|$2,117
Bracelet with Five Strands of Pearls, Gold and Silver, 1980s
Located in Bosco Marengo, IT
Refined bracelet with five strands of pearls in 18 Karat gold and 800 silver. The pearls are alternated medallion with a decoration of great refinement. The closure is retractable. H...
Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Carlo Weingrill White Yellow Rose Gold Strand Rolling Bangle Cuff Bracelet
By Carlo Weingrill
Located in Padova, IT
Carlo Weingrill six strands rolling bracelet in 7mm width each strand. This is in three colors but you can combine colors at your choice and we will customize into our atelier.
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Double Strand Pearl Turquoise Bracelet Gold Clasp circa 1970s
Located in Preston, Lancashire
This vintage double strand pearl and turquoise bracelet is united with 9 karat gold decorative flower cluster. Weight: 24.7 grams Length: 22.5 cm Width: 1.4cm Setting: 1.2cm diamete...
Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, 9k Gold
Unavailable|$17,600
Alexandra Mor Black Diamond Gold Platinum Strand and Bar Bracelet
By Alexandra Mor
Located in New York, NY
Narrow knife-edged Diamond bar bracelet with Black Diamond strand. Total diamond weight is 35.52 carats. Bracelet features 106 round-cut G VS 1mm white Diamonds with a total weight o...
Black Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum
Unavailable|$3,850
Italian 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Five-Strand Woven Bracelet
Located in QLD , AU
A finely made 18k yellow gold Italian multi-strand (5) plaited bracelet with an 18k white gold rectangular shaped centre piece containing 52 grain set diamonds. The diamonds weigh ap...
Diamond, 18k 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.