Ippolita 18K Yellow Gold Sculptural Oval Link Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Miami, FL
A bold and fluid design by Ippolita, this authentic 18K yellow gold bracelet features open oval
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ippolita Rock Candy Newport Yellow Gold Large Quartz Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Rock Candy Newport Large Quartz Bangle Bracelet by Ippolita. With Large Stones Of
Quartz, Yellow Gold
Ippolita 18 Karat Yellow Gold Quartz Rock Candy Lollipop Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Ippolita Material: 18K yellow gold Dimensions: bracelet will fit up to a 8-inch wrist
Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ippolita 18 Karat Yellow Gold Rubellite Pink Rock Candy Station Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Baltimore, MD
Ippolita 18 Karat Yellow Gold Rubellite Pink Tourmaline Rock Candy Station Bangle Bracelet Metal
Amethyst, Yellow Gold
Ippolita 18k Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Rock Candy Lollipop Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Ippolita Material: 18K yellow gold Dimensions: bracelet will fit up to a 7.5-inch wrist
Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Ippolita Yellow Gold South Sea Pearl Bangle Bracelet Made in Italy
By Ippolita
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Retro Ippolita bangle bracelet finely crafted in Italy from 18K yellow gold, set with luminous
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ippolita Rock Candy Mother of Pearl and Multi Gemstones Bracelet 18K Yellow Gold
By Ippolita
Located in New York, NY
The Rock Candy Collection from Ippolita showcases a bangle bracelet adorned with an array of
Multi-gemstone, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ippolita Oval Cabochon Moonstone Bangle Bracelet Set in Rose Gold Plated Silver
By Ippolita
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Exuding ethereal beauty and understated elegance, this Ippolita bangle bracelet is a captivating
Moonstone, Silver, Silver Plate, Sterling Silver
Ippolita Rock Candy Mother of Pearl and Multi Gemstones Bangle Bracelet 18K Yell
By Ippolita
Located in beverly hills, CA
The Rock Candy Collection from Ippolita showcases a bangle bracelet adorned with an array of
Multi-gemstone, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ippolita 18 Karat Yellow Gold Diamond Bracelet
Located in Coral Gables, FL
Refined sophistication meets everyday luxury in this exquisite Ippolita 18 karat yellow gold
Diamond, 18k Gold
Ippolita 18 Karat Yellow Gold Rock Candy Lapis Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Nashua, NH
Ippolita 18K Yellow Gold Rock Candy Lapis Bangle. The bracelet is set with various shaped lapis
Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, 18k Gold
Ippolita 18k Yellow Gold & Pink/Purple Gem Bracelet, Size 7.25
By Ippolita
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Features Multi-Color Pink, Purple, and Blue Gems Set in 18k Yellow Gold Gross Weight: 26.80 grams
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ippolita 18k Yellow Gold Lollipop Mother-of-Pearl Heart Diamond Charm Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Charm Bracelet by Ippolita Features 9 Faceted Quartz/Mother-of-Pearl Stones in Heart Bezel
Diamond, Quartz, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ippolita Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Dallas, TX
IPPOLITA 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Size 7 1/4 - . Pre-owned. Inner diameter 18.4cm. Size 7 1/4
Ippolita Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Dallas, TX
IPPOLITA 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Size 7 1/4 - . Pre-owned. Inner diamenter 18.4cm. Size 7 1/4
Ippolita Large Hammered Gold Link Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
A vibrant large oval link bracelet designed by Ippolita. The bracelet is 18k yellow gold oval
18k Gold
Ippolita 18k Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Southampton, PA
right here. This Ippolita bangle is made of 18K yellow gold and has a simple and sleek profile. The thin
Yellow Gold
Ippolita 18k Yellow Gold Onyx Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Southampton, PA
Channel effortless glamour with this yellow gold and onyx bangle from Ippolita. The bracelet is
Onyx, Yellow Gold
Ippolita 18k Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Southampton, PA
Ippolita 18K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet is in estate condition and is presented in a gift box.
Yellow Gold
Ippolita Circle Link Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Bethesda, MD
From Ippolita thier triple interlocking circle link bracelet ♦ Designer: Ippolita ♦ Metal: 18
18k Gold
Ippolita 18k Yellow Gold Flat Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Southampton, PA
bracelet is stamped with IPPOLITA. This Ippolita 18K Yellow Gold Flat Bangle Bracelet is in estate
Yellow Gold
Ippolita 18k Yellow Gold Geometric Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Southampton, PA
Your basic yellow gold bangle with a playful, geometric twist. This Ippolita creation is fashioned
Yellow Gold
Ippolita 18k Yellow Gold Twisted Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Southampton, PA
inches and weighs 6.5 grams. This Ippolita 18K Yellow Gold Twisted Bangle Bracelet JAS5122 is in
Yellow Gold
Ippolita 14K Yellow Gold Garnet Bangle Bracelet #16546
By Ippolita
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Ippolita 14K Yellow Gold Garnet Bangle Bracelet This beautiful Ippolita bracelet is bezel set with
Garnet, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ippolita Gold Over Sterling Silver Hammered Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Hammered gold over sterling silver hammered bangle bracelet by Ippolita. Ippolita's classic thin
Gold, Sterling Silver
Ippolita 18k Yellow Gold Triple Bangle Charm Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Southampton, PA
Ippolita 18K Yellow Gold Triple Bangle Charm Bracelet is offered in estate condition inclusive of a gift
Yellow Gold
Ippolita Diamond 12 Charm Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Diamond 12 Charms Link Bracelet by Ippolita. With 128 Round brilliant cut diamonds
Diamond, 18k Gold
Ippolita 18 Karat Yellow Gold Citrine Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Ippolita Material: 18k yellow gold Dimensions: bangle will fit an 8”-inch wrist and it is
Citrine, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ippolita 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Reef Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Southampton, PA
Organic forms give this 18K yellow gold Ippolita bangle bracelet a timeless elegance. Diamond
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Ippolita 18 Karat Yellow Gold Classico Squiggle Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Ippolita Material: 18K yellow gold Dimensions: bracelet will fit up to a 7.5-inch wrist
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ippolita 18 Karat Yellow Gold Classico Squiggle Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Ippolita Material: 18K yellow gold Dimensions: bracelet will fit up to a 7.5-inch wrist
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ippolita 18 Karat Yellow Gold Classico Squiggle Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Ippolita Material: 18K yellow gold Dimensions: bracelet will fit up to a 7.5-inch wrist
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ippolita 18 Karat Yellow Gold Classico Squiggle Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Ippolita Material: 18K yellow gold Dimensions: bracelet will fit up to a 7.5-inch wrist
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ippolita 18 Karat Yellow Gold Thin Hammered Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Ippolita Material: 18K yellow gold Weight: 4.60 grams Dimensions: bracelet measures
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ippolita 18k Yellow Gold 0.46 Carat Diamond Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Southampton, PA
. This Ippolita 18K Yellow Gold 0.46ct Diamond Bangle Bracelet is in estate condition and is presented in
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Ippolita 18k Yellow Gold 0.13 Carat Diamond Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Southampton, PA
setting punctuate the slim band. This Ippolita 18K Yellow Gold 0.13ct Diamond Bangle Bracelet is in
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Ippolita Rock Candy Lollipop Turquoise Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Rock Candy Lollipop Turquoise Bangle Bracelet by Ippolita. With Turquoise Stones
Turquoise, Yellow Gold
Ippolita Rock Candy 18K Yellow Gold Multi Gemstone Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Southampton, PA
This pretty Ippolita 18K Yellow Gold Multi Gem Rock Candy Bangle Bracelet is made with 18K yellow
Multi-gemstone, Yellow Gold
Ippolita 18 Karat Yellow Gold Black Onyx Large Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Baltimore, MD
Ippolita 18 Karat Yellow Gold Black Onyx Large Bangle Bracelet Metal: 18k yellow gold Weight: 62
Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ippolita 18 Karat Yellow Gold Stardust Devine Diamond Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Ippolita Material: 18K yellow gold Diamond: 129 round brilliant cut = 1.49cttw Color: H
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ippolita Sterling Silver & 18k Yellow Gold Hammered Signature Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Ippolita Material: sterling silver & 18K yellow gold Dimensions: bracelet will fit up to
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Ippolita Sterling Silver & 18K Yellow Gold Hammered Signature Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Ippolita Material: sterling silver & 18K yellow gold Dimensions: bracelet will fit up to
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Ippolita 18 Karat Yellow Gold Iolite Rock Candy Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Ippolita Material: 18K yellow gold Weight: 21.96 grams Dimensions: bracelet will fit up
Iolite, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ippolita Rock Candy 18k Yellow Gold 10-Stone Topaz Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Southampton, PA
. This Ippolita Rock Candy 18K Yellow Gold 10-Stone Topaz Bracelet is in estate condition and is
Topaz, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Ippolita Classico Sterling Silver Hammered Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Baltimore, MD
Ippolita Classico Sterling Silver Hammered Bangle Bracelet Metal: Sterling silver & 18k yellow
18k Gold, Sterling Silver
Ippolita Superstar 18k Yellow Gold 0.20 Carat Diamond Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Southampton, PA
of 0.20 ctw. This Ippolita Superstar 18K Yellow Gold 0.20 ct Diamond Bangle Bracelet is offered
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Ippolita Rock Candy Gemstones 18K Yellow Gold Beaded Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Miami, FL
Playful and colorful Ippoita Bangle bracelet, from the Rock Candy Collection. Expertly crafted in
Amethyst, Rock Crystal, Yellow Gold
Ippolita 18 Karat Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Lollipop Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Ippolita Material: 18K yellow gold Weight: 32.02 grams Dimensions: Bracelet will fit up
Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ippolita 18 Karat Yellow Gold Multi Gemstone Rock Candy Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Ippolita Material: 18K yellow gold Weight: 21.75 grams Measurements: bracelet will fit up
Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ippolita Rock Candy Turquoise Station Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Princeton, NJ
18k yellow gold Rock Candy multi stone turquoise bangle.
Turquoise, 18k Gold
Ippolita 18k Yellow Gold Concave Free Form Slip On Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 12.55 Grams Type: Slip On bangle Overall Length: Will
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ippolita 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Turquoise Rock Candy Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Birmingham, AL
Gorgeous Ippolita Bangle! This is from the Rock Candy Collection. This Bangle is made in 18K yellow
Turquoise, 18k Gold
Ippolita 18 Karat Yellow Gold Smoky Quartz Brown Stone Large Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Baltimore, MD
Ippolita 18 Karat Yellow Gold Smoky Quartz Brown Stone Large Bangle Bracelet Metal: 18 karat
Quartz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ippolita Mother of Pearl Rock Candy Gelato Bracelet, 18 Karat Gold Bangle
By Ippolita
Located in Greensboro, NC
Brand: Ippolita Collection: Rock Candy Gelato Metal Content: Guaranteed 18k Gold as stamped
Other, 18k Gold
Ippolita Stardust Diamond Sapphire Wide Bangle Bracelet 18KT Yellow 151 Grams
By Ippolita
Located in New York, NY
Signed Ippolita, this 18 karat yellow gold wide bangle features a stardust of round brilliants and
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ippolita Rock Candy Hero Gelato Bangle in 18 Karat Gold
By Ippolita
Located in San Francisco, CA
Fun and eye-catching, this Ippolita 18k gold bangle bracelet from the Rock Candy collection is set
Moonstone, Rock Crystal, 18k Gold
IIppolita 18ppolita 18 Karat Yellow Gold Stardust Devine Diamond Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Ippolita Material: 18K yellow gold Diamond: 129 round brilliant cut = 1.49cttw Color: H
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lollipop 18 Karat Gold Diamond Hematite and Rutilated Quartz Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Southampton, PA
hematite give a nifty touch of charming allure to this splendid 18K yellow gold bracelet designed by
Diamond, Yellow Gold
Polished Rock Candy 18 Karat Yellow Gold Mother of Pearl Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Southampton, PA
Gorgeous tones of splendid mother of pearl combined with elegant 18K yellow gold offer
Yellow Gold
Rock Candy 18 Karat Gold Multicolored Stones and Mother of Pearl Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Southampton, PA
splendid bracelet made of 18K yellow gold for Ippolita’s extraordinary “Rock Candy” collection.
Yellow Gold
Rock Candy 18 Karat Gold Multicolored Stones and Mother of Pearl Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Southampton, PA
Made of elegant 18K yellow gold for the extraordinary “Rock Candy” collection by Ippolita, this
Yellow Gold
Rock Candy 18 Karat Gold Multicolored Stones and Mother of Pearl Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Southampton, PA
This lovely feminine bangle from Ippolita is designed for the “Rock Candy” collection, made of
Yellow Gold
Rock Candy 18 Karat Gold Multicolored Stones and Mother of Pearl Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Southampton, PA
Ippolita’s “Rock Candy” collection, made of radiant 18K yellow gold and decorated with delightful mother of
Yellow Gold
Ondine 18 Karat Yellow Rutilated Quartz and Mother of Pearl Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Southampton, PA
gives this elegant bangle a wonderfully sophisticated look. The bracelet is an Ippolita design and it’s
Yellow Gold
Ippolita Rock Candy 18k Yellow Gold 10-Stone Topaz Bracelet
By Non Branded
Located in Southampton, PA
. This Ippolita Rock Candy 18K Yellow Gold 10-Stone Topaz Bracelet is in estate condition and is
Topaz, Yellow Gold
Ippolita Leather Wrap Bracelet with 18 Karat Yellow Gold Fish Hook Clasp
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: Ippolita Material: 18k yellow gold and leather Dimensions: wrap bracelet will fit a 6
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Ippolita Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Ippolita
Located in Darnestown, MD
Hammered eighteen karat gold bangle bracelet by Ippolita. Inside diameter is 2 7/16"; height
18k Gold
Vintage Cartier 18k Ring, Big Ellipse with Amethyst
By Cartier
Located in Berlin, BE
Indulge in the timeless beauty and opulence of the Vintage Cartier 18K Ring with Big Ellipse Amethyst. Crafted by the esteemed Cartier brand in 1993, this exquisite piece is a true t...
Amethyst, 18k Gold
$19,500
H 0.2 in W 0.4 in L 15.5 in
Retro Period Cartier Snake Link Choker Necklace in 14k Yellow Gold
By Cartier
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This particular American Cartier necklace is truly an expressive "Iconic Style" from the Retro Period. The snake link is bombe on the front and on the back, which gives a more substa...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Link Chain Necklace
By Bulgari
Located in New York, NY
Step into the elegance of the 1960s with this exquisite Estate Bvlgari 18K Yellow Gold Diamond Link Necklace. Crafted with the timeless sophistication that Bvlgari is known for, this...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bulgari Burma Ruby and Diamond Bypass Ring
By Bulgari
Located in New Orleans, LA
This exquisite Bulgari "Toi et Moi" ring, meaning "you and me" in French, displays both the finest gemstones and the exceptional craftsmanship of the renowned jeweler. The bypass rin...
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
Cartier Yellow Gold Chain Necklace
By Cartier
Located in Esch sur Alzette, Esch-sur-Alzette
The Cartier Yellow Gold Chain Necklace is a timeless expression of elegance and luxury, meticulously crafted from 18kt yellow gold. Designed with Cartier’s signature refinement, this...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$27,500
W 0.88 in D 0.88 in L 6.75 in
Rare Substantial Seaman Schepps 18K Yellow Gold Pyramid Bracelet
By Seaman Schepps
Located in New York, NY
Impressive Seaman Schepps 18K yellow gold Pyramid bracelet 20th Century Provenance: Estate of a prominent New York socialite This rare, stunning bracelet is a technological marvel- ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,440,000Sale Price|20% Off
104 Carat Diamond Riviera Platinum Necklace
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
Indulge in unparalleled elegance with this exquisite platinum necklace, Featuring 52 round brilliant-cut diamonds, ranging from 7.14 to 1.07 carats, set in platinum. Certified by ...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Bvlgari Dolce Vita 1950's Beaded Diamond Yellow Gold Cuff Bracelet
By Bulgari
Located in Feasterville, PA
A vintage Bvlgari bracelet dating the Dolce Vita period of 1950s Rome, this bracelet is designed as a beaded mesh atop hand formed curved tubogas links in 18k yellow gold. The center...
Diamond, 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.