Letter D Bracelet
2010s European Artisan Chain Bracelets
Silver
Antique 1890s English Victorian Vanity Items
Sterling Silver
Vintage 1920s European Art Deco Boxes and Cases
Sapphire, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets
White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
2010s European Artisan Chain Bracelets
Silver
2010s European Artisan Chain Bracelets
Silver
2010s European Artisan Chain Bracelets
Silver
2010s European Artisan Chain Bracelets
Silver
2010s European Artisan Chain Bracelets
Silver
2010s European Artisan Chain Bracelets
Silver
2010s European Artisan Chain Bracelets
Silver
2010s European Artisan Chain Bracelets
Silver
2010s European Artisan Chain Bracelets
Silver
2010s European Artisan Chain Bracelets
Silver
2010s European Artisan Chain Bracelets
Silver
2010s European Artisan Chain Bracelets
Silver
2010s European Artisan Chain Bracelets
Silver
2010s European Artisan Chain Bracelets
Silver
2010s European Artisan Chain Bracelets
Silver
2010s European Artisan Chain Bracelets
Silver
2010s European Artisan Chain Bracelets
Silver
2010s European Artisan Chain Bracelets
Silver
2010s European Artisan Chain Bracelets
Silver
2010s European Artisan Chain Bracelets
Silver
2010s European Artisan Chain Bracelets
Silver
20th Century Charm Bracelets
2010s European Artisan Chain Bracelets
Silver
2010s Emirian Modern Drop Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold
2010s European Artisan Pendant Necklaces
Citrine, Quartz, Silver
Vintage 1950s British Chain Bracelets
Ruby, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Early 1900s Unknown Retro Chain Bracelets
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s American Modern Charm Bracelets
Antique 1830s Desk Accessories
Silver
21st Century and Contemporary Armenian Modern Chain Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s French More Bracelets
Gold
Vintage 1980s French More Bracelets
Gold
Vintage 1980s French More Bracelets
Gold
Vintage 1980s French More Bracelets
Gold
1990s French Wallets and Small Accessories
Antique 1860s Victorian Charm Bracelets
Amethyst, Emerald, Garnet, Ruby, White Diamond, 15k Gold
Antique 1880s Victorian Charm Bracelets
Agate, Amethyst, Carnelian, Citrine, 9k Gold, 15k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets
Crystal
21st Century and Contemporary More Bracelets
Gold Plate, Enamel
21st Century and Contemporary Chain Necklaces
Crystal
Vintage 1970s English Modernist Bangles
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Link Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Late 19th Century Art Nouveau Vanity Items
Amethyst, Enamel, Gold
2010s French More Bracelets
Gold Plate
Vintage 1970s Unknown Modern Cuff Bracelets
9k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Unknown Modern Cuff Bracelets
Palladium, Brass
Mid-20th Century English Victorian Paperweights
Brass
Vintage 1920s Unknown Chain Necklaces
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary More Bracelets
21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary More Bracelets
Vintage 1970s Swiss Modern Wrist Watches
Stainless Steel
21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Contemporary Wrist Watches
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Finding the Right bracelets for You
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.
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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.
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