Victorian Scottish Agate Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
An unusually set Scottish Bracelet in which the agates are triangles and raised in to a pyramid.
Antique 1860s Victorian Link Bracelets
Agate, Sterling Silver
Victorian Scottish Agate Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
An unusually set Scottish Bracelet in which the agates are triangles and raised in to a pyramid.
Agate, Sterling Silver
Victorian Scottish Agate Silver Link Bracelet, circa 1880
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This fabulous, unusual, antique Victorian Scottish Silver bracelet is Circa 1860-1880, set with fabulous large fancy Agate links.
Agate, Silver
Pyramids of Agate in a Silver Scottish Bracelet
By Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection
Located in Stamford, CT
Scottish talent at agate carving was tradition for hundreds of years but blossomed in the Victorian age with the attachment Queen Victorian and Prince Albert felt to Scottish history.
Agate, Silver
Antique Scottish agate specimen plaque bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A superb Victorian Scottish agate specimen bracelet comprised of six undulating X-form motif plaques in a variety of hardstones with a padlock closure, in 14k.
Agate, 14k Gold
Antique Scottish agate and Silver bracelet, Victorian, floral
Located in NEWARK, GB
This stunning antique, mid Victorian era Scottish agate and Silver bracelet is really something else.
Agate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Scottish Agate & Silver Flexible Bracelet with Heart Lock
Located in Wheaton, IL
This striking Victorian Circa 1875 silver and agate flexible bracelet consisting of six (6) various colors of stylized rhombus-shaped agate stones with engraved silver caps at each e...
Agate, Silver
Scottish Gold & Gemstone Bracelet Circa 1880s
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
This antique Scottish bracelet from the Victorian era is crafted in yellow gold and features a central raised claw set deep yellow citrine with sculptured links displaying beautiful ...
Agate, Citrine, Gold
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate Bracelet Silver, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This fabulous Victorian Sterling Silver Scottish Agate bracelet is Circa 1860. Scottish jewellery was made popular by Queen Victoria as it became a souvenir of her trips to Scotland...
Agate, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate Bracelet 15 Carat Gold, circa 1880
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
A fabulous antique Victorian Scottish bracelet C. 1880, set with eight beautiful Agates in various colours with unique natural patterns.
Agate, 15k Gold
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate Bracelet 18 Carat Gold, circa 1880
Located in Lancaster , GB
An exquisite antique Victorian Scottish bracelet made up of wonderful Agate links which have been cut into unique shapes.
Agate, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Woodland Hills, CA
This is a beautiful antique Victorian Scottish agate bracelet in yellow gold circa 1880-1900.
Agate, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate Padlock Bracelet, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
To read more please click continue reading below- This magnificent antique Victorian Sterling Silver Scottish Agate bracelet is Circa 1860. Scottish jewellery was made popular by Q...
Agate, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish 15 Carat Gold Agate Padlock Bracelet, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
To read more please click continue reading below- This is fabulous, a genuine Victorian 15ct Yellow Gold Scottish Agate bracelet which boasts superior quality from the 1860’s.
Agate, 15k Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
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Victorian Scottish Agate Padlock Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A Victorian Scottish agate padlock with blonde faux tortoise shell chunky link bracelet.
Agate, Sterling Silver
Scottish Carved Agate and Sterling Silver Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
This is an interesting agate bracelet with simply carved agate elements and has that a sterling heart charm
Agate, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Silver Agate Cameo Bracelet
Located in Kendal, GB
A remarkable antique Scottish bracelet from the mid-Victorian era featuring an exquisite hand-carved bullmouth shell cameo in the centre, depicting the side profile of a character fr...
Agate, Silver
Antique Victorian Agate Scottish Bracelet Silver, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
A grand antique Scottish bracelet from the Victorian era C. 1860, featuring a beautiful front gallery decorated in Agates and engraved patterns.
Agate, Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate Gold Bracelet, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
To read more please click continue reading below- This fabulous Scottish 9ct Gold Agate bracelet is genuine Victorian, Circa 1860.
Agate, 9k Gold
Antique Victorian Scottish Bracelet Agate Padlock Silver, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
The bracelet is adorned with fabulous inlaid Agates set into each section which leads to a fabulous detachable Agate padlock.
Agate, Silver
Antique Victorian Silver Scottish Agate Padlock Bracelet, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
A wonderful antique Victorian Scottish bracelet C. 1860, made up of lovely barrel Agate links set with engraved Silver tips.
Agate, Silver
Antique Scottish Victorian Agate Padlock Locket Bracelet, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
A wonderful antique Scottish Bracelet C. 1860 made up of colourful Barrel Agate links leading to a fabulous padlock charm set with an Agate heart and a Locket on the reverse.
Agate, Silver
Antique Scottish Victorian Agate Padlock Locket Bracelet, circa 1860
Located in Kendal, GB
A wonderful antique Scottish bracelet from the late Victorian era made up of colourful barrel agate links held in silver settings.
Agate, Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Silver Agate Padlock Bracelet, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
An exquisite antique Scottish bracelet from the Victorian era made up of fancy patterned Agates and large golden Paste Stones that simulate the radiant beauty of Citrines.
Agate, Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Bracelet Agate Padlock Silver, circa 1860
Located in Kendal, GB
A fabulous antique Scottish bracelet from the mid Victorian era made up of elaborate silver panels, engraved with scrolling patterns and inlaid with colourful, natural agates.
Agate, Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Bracelet Silver Agate Heart Padlock, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
A remarkable Antique Scottish bracelet made during the mid-Victorian era, Circa 1860.
Agate, Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Silver Bracelet, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This fabulous Antique Victorian Scottish Silver bracelet is Circa 1860. Scottish jewellery was made popular by Queen Victoria as it became a souvenir of her trips to Scotland.
Agate, Quartz, Sterling Silver
Sterling Silver and Scottish Agate Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Sterling silver and Scottish agate bracelet, Scotland, Ca. 1870's-1880's. @8 1/2" in length when open.
Agate, Sterling Silver
Victorian Scottish Agate Bracelet, circa 1875
Located in London, GB
A Victorian Scottish agate bracelet, comprised of five panels with hinge links between, forming a repeating crossover pattern, inlaid with a combination of agates and jaspers, includ...
Agate, Gold
Antique Scottish Agate Bracelet
Located in Baltimore, MD
15K Scottish agate padlock bracelet with a locket back has engraved links.
Agate, 15k Gold
Victorian Scottish Agate Bracelet, c1880
Located in Baltimore, MD
With 8 polished and beautifully colored carved agate segments, our Scottish bracelet is handcrafted with a high degree of skill and meticulously carved to fit its well fitted rolled ...
Agate, Other
Sterling Silver-Mounted Scottish Agate Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Sterling silver, Scottish agate and "cairngorm" bracelet, Scotland, Ca. 1890's.
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Antique Scottish Agate Gold Bracelet
Located in London, GB
A Victorian Scottish agate bracelet, comprised of five plaques, set with a combination of agates and jaspers, including banded agate, bloodstone, red jasper and yellow jasper, mounte...
Agate, 15k Gold
Scottish Agate Estate Bracelet
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Low carat yellow gold with Multi-Colored Scottish Agate, Gate Clasp. Circa 1870's. Bracelet is 8 inches in length
Multi-gemstone, Sterling Silver
Gold Scottish Agate Barrel Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
The riot of colors in the varied agates of this Victorian bracelet will surround your
wrist in natural beauty. The barrel links are cylinders that have been hand cut,
...
Victorian Scottish Agate Padlock Bracelet with Citrines
Located in Stamford, CT
We offer a striking, antique scottish floral design bracelet of both abstract and realistic design, with alternating flowers of montrose gray agate and rich toned scuptural, curved ...
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate and Silver Bracelet, Padlock Clasp
Located in NEWARK, GB
A stunning antique, mid Victorian era Scottish agate and Silver bracelet. The bracelet features beautifully faceted panels of polished agate panels each with engraved silver end cap...
Agate, Silver
1870s Scottish Agate Gold Bracelet
Located in Toronto, ON
Scottish Gold Agate padlock bracelet with engraved links, C.1875.
Victorian Scottish Agate and Gold Locket Bracelet
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This gorgeous bracelet holds so much colour. The settings are both simple and dome have fine engraving. The bracelet is fastened using a heart locket with a glazed back. Length: 21...
Agate, Gold
Antique Scottish Agate Gold Bracelet, circa 1875
Located in Toronto, ON
Scottish 19th century agate and engraved gold Bracelet, C.1875.
Victorian Scottish Agate and Malachite Gate Bracelet
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
15k yellow gold capped beads of faceted Scottish agate, finished with a lovely "gate bracelet" style clasp, designed as a snake coiled above a malachite heart.
Victorian Banded Agate Heart Padlock Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
The earthy, warm colors of natural agate are enticing, and display varied pigment. The experience when seeing these stones is similar to discovering beach stones that the ocean has ...
Antique Victorian Scottish Gem Stone Inlay Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1890s Scottish 14K Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet, set with different colors of Scottish Agate stones and 3 fine color Oval Citrines.
Agate, Citrine, Rose Gold
Antique Scottish agate bracelet, Sterling silver
Located in NEWARK, GB
Firm customer favourites and favourites of ours too, this antique, Victorian era Scottish agate bracelet is a classic example. The bracelet features faceted cylinders of polished ba...
Agate, Sterling Silver
Victorian Scottish Agate Bracelet
Located in Northampton, MA
Among the different varieties of agate in the bracelet are Scottish Montrose agate, moss agate, carnelian, dendrite agate, and bloodstone.
Agate, Silver
Victorian Scottish Agate Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
The bracelet is comfortable and perfect in condition with no wear apparent. c. 1860 Scotland
Antique Victorian Scottish Sterling Silver-Mounted Scottish Agate Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Rare and unusual, Victorian, sterling silver-mounted (unmarked, but tested) Scottish agate (Malachite) bracelet, Scotland, Ca. 1880's - 1890's.
Sterling Silver
Victorian Scottish Gold and Agate Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
A Victorian Scottish Agate bracelet of hand sculpted specimen moss agates , red jasper and bloodstone are set in a balanced array in high carat gold that has been hand engraved aroun...
Agate, 15k Gold
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W 1.23 in D 0.12 in L 6.74 in
Vintage Victorian Style Scottish Agate & Sterling Silver Link Buckle Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage Scottish agate bracelet. In the Victorian style.
Agate, Sterling Silver
Victorian Scottish Pyramid Agate Bracelet
By Glorious Antique Jewelry Collection
Located in Stamford, CT
This rare agate bracelet, sets in gold. one of the best examples of stone sculpting I have found in Scottish jewelry.
Agate, 15k Gold
Antique Scottish Cairngorm Silver, Citrine & Scottish Agate Victorian Bracelet
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Silver Bracelet Scottish Silver Circa 1890 Here we have a stunning vintage Scottish silver bracelet crafted in Cairngorm silver.
Agate, Citrine, Silver
Antique Scottish Agate and Silver Charm Bracelet
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous and unusual antique, late Victorian era Scottish agate and Silver charm bracelet. The bracelet features beautifully faceted panels of polished agate each with different s...
Agate, Silver, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate and Silver Bracelet with Padlock
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A very fine antique Victorian Scottish agate and silver bracelet with Gucci style links.
Agate, Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Citrine and Agate Bracelet, Sterling Silver
Located in NEWARK, GB
A gorgeous antique, late Victorian era Scottish agate, citrine and Silver bracelet. The bracelet features beautifully faceted panels of polished agate each with celtic design silver...
Agate, Citrine, Sterling Silver
Antique XIXc Scottish Silver Natural Citrine, Jasper, Banded Agate Bracelet
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
This fine & rare piece of jewellery is an Antique Scottish Link Bracelet, dating from late XIX century Crafted in Silver, the piece is centrally set with a Natural Oval C...
Agate, Citrine, Jasper, Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate Bloodstone Citrine Silver Padlock Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A striking example of Victorian Scottish jewelry, this antique bracelet showcases alternating links of hand-cut agate and bloodstone panels framed in intricately engraved silver.
Agate, Silver
Exquisite Antique Victorian Scottish Agate Citrine Silver Pebble Bracelet
Located in Montreal, QC
The stones are Classic grey banded agates from Montrose with beautiful panels of green and red speckled bloodstones from the Isle of Rum. The faceted stones are faux citrine from the...
Agate, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian agate bracelet, sterling silver, Sugarloaf cabochon
Located in NEWARK, GB
This stunning antique, mid Victorian era Scottish agate and Silver bracelet is really something else.
Agate, Carnelian, Sterling Silver
A 19th Century gold, Scottish hardstone bracelet
Located in Firenze, IT
PLEASE NOTE: OUR PRICE IS FULLY INCLUSIVE OF SHIPPING, IMPORTATION TAXES & DUTIES composed of rectangular panels, set with seven agates 18.5 cm long
Agate, 9k Gold
Victorian Sterling Scottish Agate Bracelet w/Padlock
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning Scottish agate bracelet from the Victorian (ca1880) era!
Agate, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate Bracelet
Located in Litchfield County, CT
Lovely Victorian natural agate stone bracelet in a gold toned metal, appears to be gilt brass. Tested non gold. The piece is crafted beautifully. 7" long x about 1.25" wide.
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate Bracelet Silver, circa 1880
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This magnificent Victorian Scottish Silver and Agate bracelet is Circa 1880.
Agate, Silver
Antique Scottish Agate Bracelet Heart Padlock, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
The bracelet is set with fabulous large Agate links which interlink with engraved Silver links.
Agate, Carnelian, Silver
Antique Victorian Large Scottish Agate Bracelet, circa 1870
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
From the mid 1800's Queen Victoria frequented Scotland and her Scottish Castle Balmoral. The unique articulated bracelet consists of 5 large Agate stones interlinked with beautifull...
Agate, Sterling Silver
Antique Victorian Scottish Agate Bracelet Silver Buckle Clasp, circa 1860
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
To read more please click continue reading below- This fabulous Scottish Sterling Silver Agate bracelet is genuine Victorian Circa 1860.
Agate, Sterling Silver
Seaman Schepps Multi Stone Hoop Earrings
By Seaman Schepps
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1990s, 18k, by Seaman Schepps, New York. Iconic American style, Iconic Seaman Schepps design… these fabulous earrings are jewelry perfection. Color, size, and style all come t...
Amethyst, Citrine, Coral, Garnet, Iolite, Lapis Lazuli, Moonstone, Onyx,...
GIA 17.91 Carat Old Cushion Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring in Platinum
Located in La Jolla, CA
GIA certified 17.91 carat Old Cushion Cut Diamond Solitaire Ring in Platinum Old Cushion Diamond Ring features a Center Cushion Brilliant Cut Diamond with beautiful vintage carving ...
Diamond, Platinum
$924Sale Price / item|20% Off
Antique 14K Yellow Gold Clustered Emeralds and Diamond Cocktail Ring for Her
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
Emerald ring in 14K Gold which perfectly goes with your personality and also helps you to improve your creativity. Designed with emeralds and diamonds that makes it a perfect fit to ...
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
$530 / item
W 0.19 in L 7 in
14 Carat Natural Turquoise Oval Tennis Bracelet 925 Silver Mother's Day Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
14 Carat Natural Turquoise Oval Cut Tennis Bracelet in sterling silver showcases endlessly sparkling natural turquoise, weighing 14 carat. It measures 7 inches long in length. Turqu...
Turquoise, Silver, Sterling Silver
$8,750
H 1.5 in W 1.5 in Dm 2.63 in
Rare Elsa Schiaparelli Documented Surrealist Lady Bug Cuff Bracelet
By Elsa Schiaparelli
Located in New York, NY
Elsa Schiaparelli surrealist lady bug cuff bracelet. Of gilt plate metal the bombayed hinged cuffs inset with red, orange molded pate de verre glass lady bugs, partially painted in b...
Gold Plate, Brass, Enamel, Gilt Metal
Victorian 28.00 Ct Garnet Rare French Origin 18 KT Bracelet
Located in Napoli, IT
Extra Ordinary An outstanding antique French origin bracelet, with mourning locket, 19th century Rare example as hardly seen, superbly hand made with eye catching cushion shaped link...
Garnet, 18k Gold
$580Sale Price|20% Off
W 7.375 in D 1.37 in
Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Moonstone Georgian Pinchbeck Clasp Bra
By Karen Sugarman Designs
Located in Colleyville, TX
Four strands of hand-linked blue flash moonstone rondelles dotted with every the popular Sleeping Beauty turquoise faceted oval nuggets are the perfect compliment for this antique G...
Agate, Moonstone, Turquoise, Gold Plate, Pinchbeck
Vintage 14K Gold & Emerald Cut Citrine Cocktail Ring
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine vintage cocktail ring. In 14 karat yellow gold.. Claw-set in a high setting with a large emerald-cut citrine gemstone. Simply a wonderful cocktail ring! Date: Late 20th Ce...
Citrine, Emerald, 14k Gold
Late Victorian Opal and Diamond Tiara
Located in London, GB
A late Victorian opal and diamond tiara/necklace, consisting of seven knife-edge gold bars graduating from the centre, each set with two round cabochon-cut opals and an old-cut diamo...
Diamond, Opal, 18k Gold, Silver
$3,500
H 2.25 in W 1.5 in
Antique Persian Turquoise Locket Brooch Pin Forget Me Not Bow Motif Victorian
Located in New York, NY
This is a stunning early Victorian - Georgian Antique 14 Karat Gold and Turquoise Bow Forget Me Not Flower Brooch with a hanging locket pendant. The 23 round Persian Turquoise caboc...
Turquoise, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Margot Reticulated Silver and Enamel Serpent Necklace
By Margot De Taxco
Located in New York, NY
Margot of Taxco - Margot van Voorhies Carr - Magnificent reticulated Serpent in Turquoise Blue enamel with accented raised enamel joints Early mark - Late 40-s. Very exotic and hea...
Silver
Victorian Cameo Bracelet 14 Karat Gold Neoclassical Goddess Maiden Circa 1860
Located in New York, NY
Indulge in a Museum Quality Antique Cameo Bracelet in 14 Karat Gold dating to the Victorian period with six magnificent hand carved maiden woman goddess cameos of the finest quality....
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 15ct Gold Edwardian Pearl Flower Oval Locket
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Oval Locket 15ct Yellow Gold Stamped Makers Mark A W Circa 1900 Fabulous, Edwardian oval shaped locket. Beautifully decorated with a pretty, natural seed pearl flower. ...
Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold
Antique Victorian Silver Carved and Polished Agate Flower Bracelet
Located in London, GB
Victorian silver bracelet with beautiful agate flowers, and a simple hook fastening. The lovely carved and polished agate links include banded agate and carnelian. The bracelet tests...
Agate, Silver
Antique 18K Gold Platinum Opal, Demantoid Garnet, Diamond, Enamel Pansy Necklace
Located in Staines-Upon-Thames, GB
An antique opal, demantoid garnet, diamond, enamel, platinum and yellow gold necklace, comprising one carved opal, one round cut demantoid garnet, eight old single cut diamonds, and ...
Diamond, Garnet, Opal, 18k Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Antique Czech Bohemian Saphiret glass bracelet
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
Highly collectible antique Czech Bohemian Saphiret glass bracelet . Bracelet has 10 puffed heart and 14 round saphiret glass set on an closed back gold gilded brass metal . Saphiret ...
Brass
The reign of Queen Victoria encapsulates a quickly evolving period of history — and jewelry styles were no exception. No single period has seen such a diverse group of jewelry attributed to it than the Victorian era. Today, there is a vast collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry and watches on 1stDibs.
Victorian jewelry is named after Queen Victoria, whose reign lasted from 1837 to 1901, making her the second longest-ruling monarch. (She was surpassed by Queen Elizabeth II in 2015.) During this time, different styles of fashion and jewelry came and went. Thanks to our fascination with royalty and swoon-worthy melodramas like Netflix’s The Crown — which is rife with evocative fashion, jewelry and interiors — and the 2017 feature film Victoria & Abdul, we are all familiar with her story. After the death of Victoria’s father and three childless uncles, she ascended to the throne at age 18. In 1840, Queen Victoria married the love of her life, her first cousin Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha.
Queen Victoria loved serpentine jewels, and she had even more power to shape trends than Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle do today. The British monarch’s best-known piece in this mold is the gold coiled-snake engagement ring she received from Prince Albert — the sinuous reptile was considered a symbol of everlasting love.
The Queen's 63-year reign has been divided by historians into the Romantic period, the early happy years, circa 1837–60; the Grand period, marked by the deaths of the Queen’s mother and husband, circa 1860–80; and the late Victorian or Aesthetic period, which lasted from about 1880 until 1901 and ushered in the Belle Époque. Queen Victoria wore her heart on her sleeve, and her fashion and jewelry reflected her emotions.
Romantic period jewelry, which featured common decorative motifs and was embellished with seed pearls, coral and turquoise, was a celebration of the young monarch’s love. Everything changed with the death of Prince Albert, and the Grand period is most often associated with mourning jewelry. Jewelry was smaller, lighter and more dainty during the late Victorian period. During this era, diamonds came into fashion, and semiprecious gems such as amethysts and opals became prevalent, too. Using gemstones for their natural beauty and not their worth was something that jewelers of the era felt passionate about, and this ideology would really become relevant in Art Nouveau jewelry.
Find a collection of authentic antique Victorian jewelry — from rings, necklaces and brooches to a range of other accessories — 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.