Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Amethyst & Pearl Wire Bead Work Hinged Bangle Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 52.66 Grams Type: Hinged Open Bangle Bracelet Length: Will comfortably fit up to a 7 inch wrist.
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Victorian Reproduction Bangle with Garnet and Seed Pearl
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 14K Yellow Gold Victorian Reproduction Bangle with Garnets and Seed Pearls - The bangle measures 4.7mm wide.
Garnet, Pearl, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Golden South Sea Pearl and Diamond Bracelet / Bangle
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
This elegant bracelet is set with 5 golden South Sea Pearls, accented with Diamond rondelles; set in 18-karat yellow gold. Flexible with open back. 96 Diamonds weighing 0.75 ct. Sout...
Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Pearl, Ruby & Sapphire Bangle Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage South Sea Pearl, Ruby & Multi Sapphire Bangle Set in 18K Gold & Silver A striking expression of exotic glamour and artisanal luxury, the Bochic “Orient” Vin...
South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sa...
$13,710Sale Price|49% Off
NWT $27, 419 18KT Gold Rare Natural Pearl Blue Kyanite Diamond Crossover Bangle
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is this Extremely Rare Beautiful 18KT Gold Fine Rare Large South Sea Pearl Crossover Fancy Blue Kyanite Diamond Bangle Bracelet.
Diamond, Natural Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Kyanite, Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian 2.70ct Diamond and Pearl Bangle, c.1880s
Located in London, GB
Dating to the Victorian era, this beautiful bangle features a collection of pearls and old cut diamonds.
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
Vintage 1.30ct Amethyst and Pearl bangle, hallmarked 1975
Located in London, GB
Forming the petals around each amethyst, 18 carat gold houses a collection of half pearls. These pearls continue down to the shoulders of the bangle where a double band of gold wraps...
Amethyst, Pearl, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14K Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet with Emeralds and Diamonds and Pearl
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 14K Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet with Emeralds and Diamonds and Pearl - There are 4 square cut emeralds that measure about 3.5mm in diameter and weigh approximately .80ct total ...
Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold
Antique 9ct Gold, Edwardian Turquoise & Natural Seed Pearl Forget Me Not Bangle
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Floral Bangle 9ct Rose Gold Circa 1910 Embrace the elegance of the Edwardian era with this exquisite 9ct rose gold bangle, showcasing a delicate floral design that captur...
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold
$3,132Sale Price|20% Off
Tahitian Pearl & Pave Diamond Ball Flexible Bangle Made in 18k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
18kt:5.14g, Diamond:2.65ct, Silver:2.75g, Pearl: 12mm Size: 12 MM"
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Antique Large AAA Jade & Pearl 18k Yellow Gold 3D Chinese Cuff Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Antique Large AAA Jade & Pearl 18k Yellow Gold 3D Chinese Cuff Bangle Bracelet. 3D Chinese motif design.
Jade, Pearl, 18k Gold
$2,286Sale Price|25% Off
Dm 2.38 in
South Sea Pearl Diamond Bangle Bracelet 0.19 Carats 14 Karat White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
14 Karat White gold bangle bracelet featuring two South Sea Pearls measuring 11-12 mm with diamond touches weighing 0.19 carats.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Bangle Bracelet 0.13 Carats 18 Karat White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat White gold bangle bracelet featuring one South Sea Pearl measuring 11-12 MM with a diamond decorative circle containing 37 round brilliants 0.13 carats.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bochic “Orient” Vintage South Sea Pearl & Sapphire Bangle - 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage South Sea Pearl & Multi Sapphire Bangle Set In 18K Gold & Silver Black Tahiti South Sea Pearl White South Sea Pearl Multi color sapphires from Sri ...
South Sea Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire...
White and Golden South Sea Pearl Bangle Bracelet 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K Yellow gold bangle featuring one white South Sea & one golden South Sea Pearl measuring 13-14 mm.
South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby & South Sea Pearl Bangle in 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Meticulously hand-crafted in 18K gold and 950 silver with full purity marks, the bangle showcases a striking combination of natural Ruby and luminous white South Sea pearls.
Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Silver, 18k Gold
$35,000
H 1.86 in W 2.21 in D 0.6 in
Angela Cummings 18k Gold Hinged Bangle Bracelet with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay, 75.7
By Angela Cummings
Located in North Miami, FL
Angela Cummings 18k Gold Hinged Bangle Bracelet with Mother-of-Pearl Inlay, 75.7g, Circa 1980s Description: This vintage Angela Cummings hinged bangle bracelet is an outstanding exa...
Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique Art Deco Diamond & Pearl Buttercup Bangle Bracelet
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This is the perfect accessory for your wedding day jewelry and everyday. A bangle bracelet of antique distinction from the Art Deco 1920s era, this vintage estate heirloom is adorned...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Bypass Bangle Bracelet 0.51 Carats 18K White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold bypass bangle bracelet featuring two South Sea Pearls each measuring 12-13 mm surrounded by a diamond halo weighing 0.51 carats.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Diamond Bypass Bangle Bracelet 2.80 Carats 18K White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White gold bypass bangle bracelet featuring one South Sea Pearl measuring 12-13 mm and numerous round brilliants weighing 2.80 carats.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970's 14K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with Turquoise and Seed Pearls
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1970's 14K Yellow Gold Bangle Bracelet with Turquoise and Seed Pearls - The bangle contains 7 small turquoise stones and 8 ribbons of seed pearls - 6 pearls in each.
Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,576Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Pearl & Sapphire Dragon Bangle Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Pearl & Sapphire Dragon Bangle Set In 18K Gold & Silver Dragon motif Vintage White Pearl Natural Multi Color Sapphire from Sri Lankan 2 carats Sap...
Pearl, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold...
South Sea and Tahitian Pearl Diamond Bypass Bangle 18K
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold 42 Diamonds 0.20 Cts. 11-12 mm Soth Sea / Tahitian Pearls
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Baroque South Sea Pearl & Ruby 18K Gold & Silver Bangle
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Bangle, Ruby & South Sea Pearls set in 18 Gold & Silver Natural Red Ruby Cabochons - 9 carats in total, all around the bangle Shape - Oval shape Cabo...
Emerald, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Silver, 18k Gold
Tahitian Pearl Diamond Bangle Bracelet 0.12 Carats 11-12 MM 18 Karat White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat white gold bangle bracelet featuring 32 round brilliants weighing 0.12 carats and one grey Tahitian Cultured Pearl measuring 11-12 mm.
Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Mid-Century 26-Pearl & Diamond Wave Bangle in 18k Yellow Gold, Circa 1960s
Located in Miami, FL
A striking Mid-Century diamond and pearl bangle crafted in solid 18k yellow gold, designed with sculptural interlocking wave motifs that cradle a total of 26 lustrous cultured pearls...
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold
Golden South Sea Pearl with Yellow Sapphire Bangle set in 18 Karat Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
South Sea Pearl with Yellow Sapphire 9.55 carats Bangle set in 18 Karat Gold Settings Diameter: 6.8 cm Length: 2.1 cm Total Weight: 41.5grams "We first opened doors in 1980 when...
South Sea Pearl, Yellow Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold
Autore Black South Sea Pearl and Diamond 18 Carat White Gold Two-Row Bangle
By Autore
Located in London, GB
This exquisite 18 carat white gold bangle features an open design with two rows of pavé set round brilliant cut diamonds, weighing a total approximate weight of 1.35ct, all mounted i...
Diamond, Black Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
South Sea Pearl Three Diamonds Bangle Bracelet 0.10 Carats 18K White Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White gold open bracelet featuring one South Sea Pearl measuring 11-12 mm and three diamonds weighing 0.10 Carats. Color G-H Clarity SI Pearls can be changed to Pink, Tahitian o...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
Victorian 0.27ct Diamond and Pearl Mourning Bangle, c.1860s
Located in London, GB
Gemstone: Pearl & Diamond Stone Shape: Rose Carat Weight: 0.27ct Metal: 18ct Yellow Gold Age: 1880s
Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Onyx, Mother of Pearl and Diamond Chunky Bangle Bracelet in 14 Karat Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Crafted in radiant 14 karat yellow gold, this chunky bangle features an exquisite inlay of sleek onyx and luminous mother of pearl, creating a captivating contrast of rich black and ...
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
$936
W 1.58 in D 0.32 in L 1.97 in
Antique C.1898 Sapphire and Pearl Bangle Bracelet in 9 Carat Yellow Gold
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
Antique C.1898 Sapphire and Pearl Bangle Bracelet in 9ct Yellow Gold delightful sapphire and pearl bangle, so sweet!
Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Gold
$1,024Sale Price|20% Off
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby, Pearl & Sapphire Dragon Bangle Set 18K Gold & Silv
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” Vintage Ruby,Pearl & Multi Sapphire Dragon Bangle Set In 18K Gold & Silver Multi color sapphires from Sri Lanka 1 Carat Colors: Pink, Orange, Blue, Rose, Y...
Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sapphire, 18...
Yoko London Golden South Sea Pearl and Diamond Bangle in 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Yoko London
Located in London, GB
Set in 18K yellow gold to offset the rich golden tones of the pearls, this spectacular bracelet is truly one of a kind.
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, South Sea Pearl, Yellow Gold
Vintage Mughal Hinged Bracelet Bangle in 6ct Yellow Gold with Rubies and Pearls
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
Adorned with vibrant red rubies and lustrous pearls, this bangle offers a striking contrast of rich color and delicate texture.
Pearl, Ruby, Yellow Gold
Victorian 5.58 Ct Opal Diamond Pearl 18 KT Bangle
Located in Napoli, IT
Wrist Very good condition keeping with age An amazing bangle great addition to any jewellery box Metal: 18 Kt gold and silver. tested Hallmarks: assay Gems: 3 oval cabochon cut na...
Diamond, Opal, Pearl, 18k Gold
Faceted White Mother of Pearl Diamonds Halo Statement 14K R Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
This bracelet showcases opalescent white mother of pearls set in 14k rose gold. Each stone is uniquely shaped, creating a mosaic of iridescent hues. The stones are interspersed with ...
Diamond, Pearl, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold
Bochic “Jungle” Vintage Ruby & Opal and South Sea Pearl Bangle 18K Gold & Silver
Located in New York, NY
Bochic Vintage Ruby, Opal and South sea Pearl Bangle - 18K Gold And Silver Natural Blue Opal Natural shape 3 carats Baroque south sea pearl White color, silver and pink tone Na...
Cultured Pearl, Ruby, Fire Opal, Opal, South Sea Pearl, Silver, 18k Gold
Antique French Old Cut Diamond and Pearl Bangle Bracelet in Silver-Topped Gold
Located in New York, NY
An antique Victorian period gold, diamond, and pearl hinged bangle bracelet, the top set with a row of old mine-cut diamonds and centering on a pearl flanked by two old European-cut ...
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Silver, Sterling Silver
Yellow Gold Sapphire & Seed Pearl Vintage Bangle Bracelet 6 1/2" 14k Rnd 1.06ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Era: Vintage Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold Stone Information Natural Sapphires Treatment: Heating Carat(s): 1.06ctw Cut: Round Color: Blue Cultured Seed Pearls Color: Cream Tot...
Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$8,937Sale Price|35% Off
Vintage 14 Karat Yellow Gold Ruby, Sapphire and Pearl Bangle from the "India"
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite Bracelet boasts a delicate filigree design crafted in 14k gold adorned with dazzling Rubies, Sapphires and Pearls. Its intricate and detailed craftsmanship makes it th...
Ruby, Pearl, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Black and White Diamond Tahitian Pearl Bangle 0.14 Carats 18K White Gold 11-12MM
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K Black Rhodium bangle bracelet featuring 37 black diamonds weighing 0.14 Carats and one Tahitian Cultured Pearl measuring 11-12 mm. Color G-H Clarity SI
Diamond, Black Diamond, Pearl, South Sea Pearl, White Diamond, 18k Gold,...
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Blue Opal & South Sea Pearl Bangle in 18K Gold & S
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Ruby, Blue Opal & South Sea Pearl Bangle in 18K Gold & Silver Details: Designer: Bochic Collection: Capri Traveling Collection Metals: 18K Gold & 950 Silver ...
Opal, South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Silver, 18k Gold
Victorian Pearl Coral Diamond Locket Flower Bangle 18 KT
Located in Napoli, IT
Fascinating romantic example of antique bangle, engraved inside 10th April 1856 – hand crafted of solid 18 KT gold – English origin Beautiful carved flower design center piece, decor...
Coral, Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold
Bochic “Orient” South Sea Pearl, Ruby & Sapphire Bangle Set In 18K Gold & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Orient” South Sea Pearl, Ruby & Multi-Sapphire Bangle Set in 18K Gold & Silver** Black Tahitian South Sea Pearl Silver-gray body color with soft pink overtones — a signature...
South Sea Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Sa...
South Sea Pearl Three Diamonds Bangle Bracelet 0.10 Carat 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18K White gold open bracelet featuring one South Sea Pearl measuring 11-12 mm and three diamonds weighing 0.10 Carats. Color G-H Clarity SI Pearls can be changed to Pink, Tahitian o...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique American 14K Gold Enamel, Pearl and Diamond Bangle
Located in New Orleans, LA
A fantastic Victorian black enamel bracelet set with natural pearls and old mine cut diamonds. 1 3/8"wide, inside circumference 7" Circa 1860's
Victorian 10 Cttw. Opal, Diamond and Pearl Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Discover exceptional vintage elegance with this Gemistry Victorian Opal, Diamond, and Pearl Bangle Bracelet, a remarkable statement piece that reflects intricate craftsmanship and ti...
Diamond, Opal, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Sterling Silver
$6,426Sale Price|20% Off
Dm 2.17 in
Rosecut Diamonds & Pearl Bangle w/ Filigree Design On Interior made In 14k Gold
By Artisan NYC
Located in New York, NY
14Kt:5.37g,D:6ct 41.00ct,
Diamond, Pearl, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Natural Turquoise Emerald Ruby Sapphire pearl Bangle in 14 Kt Yellow Gold 41 Gm
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Natural Turquoise Emerald Ruby Sapphire pearl Bangle in 14 Kt Yellow Gold 41 Gm A Vintage bangle bracelet from our Estate collection is bright with round cabochon of turq...
Ruby, Turquoise, Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Signed Cecconi Leaf and Pearl 18 KT Mid-century Bangle
Located in Napoli, IT
Cecconi, made with of solid 18 KT – 69 grams gross weight Marvelous design nature inspired with intricate artwork of realistically rendered IVY leaf inter-spaced by a selection of Gr...
Pearl, 18k Gold
South Sea Pearl and 8 Carat Diamond Bangle in 18 Karat Yellow Gold Estate
Located in New York, NY
Two South Sea Pearl Each 13.5 mm And 8 Ct Diamond Bangle in 18 Karat Yellow Gold Estate Diamonds : Approximately 8 Carat South sea Pearlm : Each Pearl high Luster , White , No Ble...
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold
Antique 19th Century American 14K Gold and Pearl Victorian Bangle
Located in New Orleans, LA
A quintessential Victorian Bangle in 14K gold with natural pearls, this substantial piece won't escape notice. 1 1/4" wide, 6 1/2" inside circumference.
Antique Natural Pearl and Diamond Bangle Bracelet, Late Georgian (1830)
Located in OVIEDO, AS
Surrounded by the sides by 12 baroque natural drilled pearls, depth unavailable. Silver metal top, lower half of bangle tests as 18K Gold.
Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver
Autore Baroque Pearl and 1.47 Carat Diamond and Sapphire Bangle
By Autore
Located in New York, NY
Set in 18-karat white gold with a hinged side clasp, the Inside of the upper half of the bangle is set in 18 karat rose gold.
Diamond, South Sea Pearl, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
Vintage Victorian Reproduction Bangle Bracelet with Onyx, Turquoise and Pearl
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage Victorian Reproduction Bangle Bracelet with Onyx, Turquoise and Pearl - The width of the bangle on top is 14mm and tapers down to 5mm on the bottom. The inside diameter is 1....
Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold
$15,000
H 2.33 in W 0.79 in L 2.49 in
Fancy Diamond & White Pearl White Diamond Floral Butterfly Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Unbranded
Located in Tysons, VA
Dimensions: 6.30x2.00x5.90cm Color: 18K Rose Gold Materials: "6 White Diamonds 0.02 CT 304 Fancy Diamonds 3.55 CT 8 White Shell 0.65 CT 18KR 28.22 GM (WBTT)" 18K Gold & Precious Dia...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k 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.
The pearl has been synonymous with ladylike elegance since the Tudor period — learn what to look for when shopping for vintage and antique pearl jewelry as well as how to tell the origin of a pearl with our handy primer.
Every woman at some point in her life desires a simple strand of pearls. They are elegant, timeless, versatile — just ask Coco Chanel or Jacqueline Kennedy — and valuable. In 1917, Pierre Cartier famously traded a double-strand of natural pearls for a Fifth Avenue mansion, the Cartier brand’s flagship store ever since. And if you were born in the beginning of summer, pearl is the June birthstone.
It is possible to tell where a pearl originated from its appearance. Akoyas are usually round and white — the classic pearl, if you will. South Sea pearls are normally larger and vary in color; orangey yellow ones are not uncommon. Tahitian pearls are mostly black but can also be gray or brown, and between the Akoya and the South Sea varieties in size. Freshwater pearls, or Orientals, run the gamut in terms of color and size, but in shape, they tend to resemble Rice Krispies. Another important distinction is a round pearl versus a baroque pearl. A round pearl is self-explanatory, but there are two types of baroque pearls: symmetrical and asymmetrical. In general, the symmetrical variation commands a higher valuation. Within a strand of pearls, uniformity is prized — the more the individual pearls resemble one another, the more valuable the strand.
According to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), the earliest recorded mention of a pearl was in 2206 BC by a Chinese historian. Centuries later, Christopher Columbus made it a point to visit pearl fisheries during his 15th-century exploration of the Caribbean. Since the late-19th century, the Japanese have been at the forefront of cultivating pearls, when jeweler Kokichi Mikimoto successfully cultured the world’s first pearl in 1893.
On 1stDibs, find vintage and antique pearl necklaces, pearl earrings and other accessories.
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.
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.