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James Banks Code Bracelet

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18 Karat Gold Howlite Beaded Code Bracelet
By James Banks
Located in Novato, CA
From the James Banks Code Collection
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

18 Karat Flower Pave Code Minor Bracelet
By James Banks
Located in Novato, CA
Sapphires, Pink Sapphires, Purple Amethyst, Aquamarine From the James Banks Code Collection
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapph...

18 Karat Pave Ruby Custom Code Bracelet
By James Banks
Located in Novato, CA
diamonds to lock and unlock the bracelet 18k Rose Gold, Rubies, 3 White Diamonds From the James Banks
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Ruby, White Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Karat Rainbow Confetti Pave Custom Code Bracelet
By James Banks
Located in Novato, CA
bracelet From the James Banks Code Collection
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Amethyst, Aquamarine, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yello...

Sterling Silver Leather Wrap Emerald Diamond Code Bracelet
By James Banks
Located in Novato, CA
can choose from a variety of leather strap colors. From the James Banks Code Collection
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Emerald, Sterling Silver

18 Karat Made to Order Customizable Pave Code Bracelet
By James Banks
Located in Novato, CA
. From the James Banks Code Collection *Please contact to create your own design
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Amethyst, Aquamarine, White Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k ...

18 Karat Rose Gold Leather Wrap Confetti Pave Code Bracelet
By James Banks
Located in Novato, CA
note: you can choose from a variety of leather strap colors From the James Banks Code Collection
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Leather Wrap Ruby Pave Code Bracelet
By James Banks
Located in Novato, CA
James Banks Code Collection
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Leather Wrap Black and White Code Bracelet
By James Banks
Located in Novato, CA
a variety of leather strap colors. From the James Banks Code Collection
Category

2010s American Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold

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James Banks Code Bracelet For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the james banks code bracelet you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Each design created in this style — which was crafted with great care and often made from gold, enamel and silver — can elevate any look. A james banks code bracelet can make for a versatile accessory, but a selection from our variety of 14 diamond versions can add an especially stylish touch. Today, if you’re looking for a square cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes alternatives. Most of our james banks code bracelet for sale are for men, but there are 29 pieces available to browse for women.

How Much is a James Banks Code Bracelet?

Prices for a james banks code bracelet can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $700 and can go as high as $65,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $700.

A Close Look at Contemporary Jewelry

Contemporary jewelry is inextricably linked with the moment in which it is created, frequently reflecting current social, cultural and political issues such as environmental consciousness, identity and sustainability. It’s informed by fashion trends, from the chokers of the 1990s to the large chain necklaces of the early 2000s.

Jewelry is one of the oldest forms of adornment. Lockets made of silver or gold have been treasured gifts for hundreds of years, for example, and charm bracelets, which have existed since prehistoric times, didn’t become especially popular until the 19th-century reign of Queen Victoria. For many centuries, fine jewelry was used primarily to express wealth or status through lavish materials. Then, in the 1960s, a concept known as the “critique of preciousness” emerged, with jewelers creating pieces that did not get their value from gemstones or precious metals. Instead, it was the jeweler’s artistic vision that was prized and elevated.

This shift still informs Contemporary jewelry being made by artists today. Whether they are using cheap, found materials and working with provocative geometric shapes or seeking out the rarest stones, they are imbuing their work with meaning through their skills, techniques and ideas. Innovative designers such as Elsa Peretti, who popularized sculptural sterling-silver jewelry for Tiffany & Co., and David Yurman, who twisted metal into the simple yet striking Cable bracelet, have also influenced the direction of Contemporary jewelry’s forms and aesthetics.

Meanwhile, technological advancements like metal alloys and laser engraving have led to new possibilities in jewelry design. Now, edgy makers and brands as well as minimalist designers are pushing Contemporary jewelry forward into the 21st century.

Find a collection of Contemporary rings, earrings, necklaces and other jewelry on 1stDibs.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

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 ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Cuff-bracelets for You

There is no shortage of iconic bracelet designs out there: Cartier’s Love bracelet, the widely admired Panthère, the Croisillon bracelet crafted by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co., to name a few. And while you don’t necessarily need one of history’s most coveted versions of this accessory, you’re likely going to want at least a reliable collection of vintage cuff bracelets in your jewelry box.

Cuff bracelets are fashion staples. This stylish go-to — a rigid bracelet, open or outfitted with a clasp that snaps shut, understated and unadorned or enameled and flecked with gemstones — goes back thousands of years.

Cuffs were worn by Greek and Roman soldiers as they headed into battle as well as by the men and women of Ancient Egypt as statement-making jewelry. In ancient China, jade was considered the most precious of stones, and a jade cuff bracelet or bangle was associated with purity and goodness. Jewelers also employed jade, as well as coral and lapis lazuli, during the Art Deco period, finding inspiration in all kinds of influences and frequently working geometric motifs into their Art Deco cuff bracelets.

Today, people love how a bejeweled cuff bracelet elevates a simple jeans-and-T-shirt ensemble or that a minimalist one pairs with formal wear so well. Indeed, it’s a fine finishing touch whether you’re dining with friends in your neighborhood or pairing your silver or gold cuff with an elegant evening dress on the red carpet.

On 1stDibs, find a wide variety of vintage cuff bracelets today.