$12,000
UnoAerre Gold Bracelet
By UnoAErre
Located in Litchfield, CT
Made by the storied firm of UnoAerre, this bracelet is in excellent condition.
Gold, 18k Gold
UnoAerre Mod Sixties Bracelet
By UnoAErre
Located in Litchfield, CT
Made by the storied firm of UnoAerre, this bracelet is in excellent condition.
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
UnoAerre for Judith Leiber Yellow Gold Bracelet
By UnoAErre
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1980s, 14k, by UnoAerre for Judith Leiber, Italy. This is the perfect everyday gold bracelet.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
9ct Gold Bracelet by Italian Goldsmiths Unoaerre
By UnoAErre
Located in London, GB
9ct 375 Gold Bracelet By Italian Goldsmiths Uno Aerre Strong bracelet with beautiful strong clasp to match 7.75 Inches in length Thickness 4.5mm Weight 6.39 grammes
Gold
Unoaerre 1970s 18k gold charm bracelet with 10 original stamped charms
By UnoAErre
Located in London, GB
This Unoaerre 1970s 18k gold charm bracelet has 10 original stamped charms in the shape of a house, a dice, a boot, a palm tree, a bear, a pineapple, a horse's head , a key and 2 dogs.
18k Gold
Vintage Two-Tone UnoAerre Curb-Link Bracelet with Domed Center Motif
By UnoAErre
Located in Miami, FL
A striking vintage UnoAerre designer bracelet crafted in heavy sterling silver with warm gold-tone accents.
Sterling Silver
UnoAErre Italian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Twist Rope Chain Bracelet 1970s
By UnoAErre
Located in Arnhem, NL
An Italian 18 karat yellow gold twist rope chain/cord bracelet manufactured by UnoAErre in Arezzo, Italy in 1970s.
Yellow Gold
Unoaerre 18K White Gold Mesh Double Wrap Bracelet with Diamond Buckle
By UnoAErre
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This imaginitive double wrap 18k white gold vintage bracelet manufactured by venerated Italian maker Unoaerre, is precision crafted and created on a bold scale.
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage UNOAERRE 18k Yellow Gold Coral Station Bead Flat Cable Link Bracelet
By UnoAErre
Located in Montclair, NJ
–Stone(s)– (5) Natural Genuine Coral- Round Bead Ball Shape - Deep Orange Red- 7mm each (approx.) Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 5.32 Grams Type: Sections of Coral, Gold Fl...
Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Heavy Diamond Bangle/Bracelet in 2-Tone 9K Gold by UnoAErre (est. 1926), Italy.
By UnoAErre
Located in MELBOURNE, AU
Half bangle / half bracelet, this magnificent piece was made by renowned Italian jewellers UNOAERRE (established in 1926) in 1980's It's lavishly pave set with sparkling Round Br...
Diamond, 9k Gold
$21,000
Mod Sixties Gold Bracelet
By UnoAErre
Located in Litchfield, CT
Circa 1960s, 18k, by UnoAerre, Italy. Hyper-modern, mod, sixties, spectacular … Set with lush blue lapis, this distinctively detailed Italian design masterpiece from UnoAerre effort...
Lapis Lazuli, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
14ct 585 White Gold Woven 7.5" Bracelet
By UnoAErre
Located in London, GB
Beautiful Italian Heavy 14ct White Gold woven Bracelet Collaboration between BREV & UnoAerre Slide in snap fastener with overarm to secure in place .
White Gold
Vintage 1980's 18K Yellow Gold Italian Blue Enamel and Gold Bracelet
By UnoAErre
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1980s 18K Yellow Gold Italian Blue Enamel and Gold Bracelet This exquisite vintage bracelet from the 1980s combines the rich warmth of 18k yellow gold with vibrant blue enam...
Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
UnoAErre Vintage 1996 Yellow Gold Necklace and Bracelet Set
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Dimensions Width of chain 5.23mm/0.21" Length of link 2cm/0.79" Bracelet wearing length 19.3cm/7.6" Necklace wearing length 47.93cm/18.87" Weight 52.74 grams Maker: UnoAErre Date: ...
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Signed Uno a Erre 14K Yellow Gold Figural Hand Sign of the Horns Charm
By UnoAErre
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine, signed Italian vintage gold charm for a bracelet. By Unoaerre. In 14 karat yellow gold.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 14k Yellow Gold Heavy Cable Bracelet with Diamond Link
Located in Boston, MA
Features: - Premium 14k yellow gold construction with substantial 42.98 gram weight - 7 5/8 inches in length, suitable for various wrist sizes - Impressive 16.7mm width creating a b...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Diamond and 18k Yellow Gold 5 Row UnoAErre Floral Design Italian Bracelet
By UnoAErre
Located in New York, NY
Phenomenal Craft 18K Yellow Gold 5 Row Diamond Floral Design Italian Bracelet Stones: Diamond Stone Clarity: SI Clarity Stones: 6 Round Diamonds Stone Carat Weight: 0.60 Carat Br...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
14 Karat Yellow Gold Bamboo Link UnoAErre Bracelet
By UnoAErre
Located in Guilford, CT
14k Yellow Gold 44g Vintage Bamboo Link Fine Unoaerre Brev Italy Bracelet 7.5" Condition: Excellent Condition, Professionally Cleaned and Polished Metal: 14k Gold (Marked, and Pro...
14k Gold
1950s Unoaerre Gold Bracelet
By UnoAErre
Located in New York, NY
UNOAERRE, Italy.
18k Gold
White Gold Italian Diamond Bracelet by Unoaerre
By UnoAErre
Located in New York, NY
A stylish and stunning 18 kt white gold link bracelet with diamond encrusted clasp with gold touch mark and Unoaerre mark
UnoAErre Two Tone Oval Link Gold Bracelet
By UnoAErre
Located in Delray Beach, FL
A vintage 14K two tone chain link bracelet comprised of (6) six large oval links joined with smaller domed links with flat polished surfaces.
Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage UnoAErre Gold Rope Chain Necklace and Bracelet Set
By UnoAErre
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Vintage, UnoAErre, 14-karat yellow gold twisted rope chain necklace and bracelet set.
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage UnoAErre Italian Gold and Platinum Bracelet, circa 1970
By UnoAErre
Located in London, GB
An Italian 18ct gold and platinum chain link bracelet, by UnoAErre, featuring chunky long and short links, with a satin finish, platinum overlay on the gold links.
Gold, Platinum
UnoAErre 18 Karat Yellow Gold Twisted Bangle Bracelet #21342
By UnoAErre
Located in Washington Depot, CT
18 Karat Yellow Gold Oval Twisted Bangle Bracelet This elegant twisted oval bangle bracelet is crafted in meticulously detailed 18K yellow gold.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
UnoAErre Italian Contemporary Diamond 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Cuff Bracelet
By UnoAErre
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Open cuff with highly detailed and textured gold and completed with high polished white gold terminals Accented with round brilliant cut diamonds, weighing approximately 0.25 carat ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Unoaerre 18 Karat Yellow Gold Necklace
By UnoAErre
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Hallmark: UNOAERRE Italy 750
Yellow Gold
Vintage Unoarre Chunky Mariner Link Green Enamel Bracelet 18k
By UnoAErre
Located in Orlando, FL
Vintage Unoaerre 18K Gold & Green Enamel Link Bracelet Brand: Unoaerre (Italy) Metal: 18K yellow gold (marked “18K” & “750”) Weight: 41.4 grams Length: Approx. 7.5 inches Width: App...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Retro Circle and Love Knot Link 18K Bracelet
By UnoAErre
Located in New York, NY
A great 18K Gold Circle Link Bracelet with Love Knots connecting the open circles. The links have a textured matte finish. This is a day wearable, never take off piece of jewelry.
18k Gold
Vintage UNOARRE 14k Gold Textured Floral Pattern Interlocking Link Bracelet
By UnoAErre
Located in Montclair, NJ
Material: Solid 14k Yellow Gold Weight: 17.58 Grams Chain Type: Interlocking Oval Links Chain Length: Measures 7.5 Inches Next to a Ruler. Will comfortably fit up to 6.5” wrist (fitt...
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro Royal Blue and Shamrock Green Enamel and 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bracelet
By UnoAErre
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
This is a beautiful Retro royal blue and shamrock green enamel and 18 karat yellow gold bracelet. The enamel is perfectly intact and vibrant. This is a great bracelet, easily worn ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Italian 18k Gold Bracelet with 14k Gold Charms by Uno-a-Erre
By UnoAErre
Located in Shippensburg, PA
An attractive and substantial vintage 18 karat gold cuban-link bracelet with a series of included 14 karat gold charms: a house (the floor of which can be opened to reveal the hollow...
Gold
Sold
H 7.38 in W 1 in D 1 in
Vintage Italian 18k Yellow Gold and Cobalt Blue Enamel Bracelet by Uno-A-Erre
By UnoAErre
Located in Shippensburg, PA
18K YELLOW GOLD WITH COBALT BLUE ENAMEL BRACELET Designed by Uno-A-Erre 7 3/8" wearable length 61.3 grams total weight Item # 204ZKN15D Designed by the renowned Italian goldsmith...
Gold, Enamel
Vintage UnoAErre Arezzo Italy 18K Gold Woven Chain Bracelet
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage 18k / 750 yellow gold 9.5mm wide woven chain bracelet with open box clasp. Made in Arezzo, Italy.
Gold
Italian Diamond Gold Large Link Bracelet
Located in Cape May, NJ
It is signed 18K Italy UnoAErre. The bracelet measures 7.5" long and about 1.1875" wide and weighs a total of 57.93 grams.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Unoaerre Italian Gold Mesh Bracelet
By UnoAErre
Located in Stamford, CT
Unoaerre mesh 14k yellow gold mesh bracelet 7.75 inches long. 14k yellow gold 37.7 grams Width: 7/8 inch Tested and stamped: 14k Hallmark: Unoaerre Italy *1 AR Length: 7.75 i...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980's Unoaerre Gold Link Bracelet 14k Yellow Gold
By UnoAErre
Located in South Pasadena, CA
Circa 1980's. Great vintage bracelet with some unique links made by renowned Italian jewelry brand Unoaerre.
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Unoaerre 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Link Bracelet
By UnoAErre
Located in Washington Depot, CT
Unoaerre 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Link Bracelet- This elegant link bracelet is crafted in beautifully detailed 18K white and yellow gold.
18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18K Gold Unoaerre Fancy Link Modern Bracelet, circa 1980
By UnoAErre
Located in Venice, CA
This fabulous 18 karat gold bracelet is by Italian company UnoAErre. It features a modern and fun link.
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rope Ladder Cuff Bracelet in 18 Karat Yellow Gold by UnoAErre
By UnoAErre
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
A hinged figure eight safety catch ensures your bracelet stays on your wrist, where it belongs. Marks: The underside of the clasp is stamped "750" for 18 karat gold plus UnoAErre'...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
UnoAErre Italian Contemporary Diamond 18 Karat Two-Tone Gold Cuff Bracelet
By UnoAErre
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Open cuff with highly detailed and textured gold and completed with high polished white gold terminals Accented with round brilliant cut diamonds, weighing approximately 0.25 carat ...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Sold
W 0.43 in D 0.25 in L 7 in
Late 20th Century UnoAErre Italian Red Coral Diamond Gold Chain Link Bracelet
By UnoAErre
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Classic 18k gold chain by Italian jeweler Unoaerre. The chain is accented by three oval red coral cabochons that are framed by diamonds. Another 2 diamonds in gold circles accent th...
Coral, Diamond, 18k Gold
UnoaAErre Gold Bracelet
By UnoAErre
Located in Litchfield, CT
This Italian design sixties bracelet features long geometric elements connected by oval links.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro 18 kt Gold Open Link Bracelet by UnoARerre
By UnoAErre
Located in New York, NY
A great 18K Gold Circle Link Bracelet with love knots connecting the open circles. signed. The links have a textured matte finish. This is a day wearable, never take off piece of jew...
18k Gold
Unoaerre Italian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Curb Link Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Link style bracelet designed as hollow curbed polished gold links With large stylized lobster clasp Fully signed Uno A Erre with Italian assay marks for Arezzo Italy Stamped 750 f...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Sold
W 2.17 in D 1.02 in Dm 7.5 in L 2.17 in
Italian 1970 Spatialism Geometric Orbital Bracelet Bangle in 925 Sterling Silver
Located in Miami, FL
A Spatialism orbital bracelet designed by UnoAerre. Beautiful ultra modern piece created in Milano Italy back in the early 1970.
Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s UnoAErre Solid 14k Gold Bracelet
By UnoAErre
Located in San Diego, CA
This outstanding 14k bracelet dates to the 1960s, weighs an impressive 29.20g and is properly stamped to reveal authenticity.
14k Gold
Italian 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet Unoaerre, Vintage Italian 18k Gold
By UnoAErre
Located in PARIS, FR
The clasp is a large round one. Bracelet of the 70s from the house Unoaerre, Italian jewellery manufacture.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Italian UNOAERRE classical Roman style bangle
By UnoAErre
Located in Sežana, SI
Elegant UNOAERRE bangle bracelet in stretch yellow and pink gold, with interlocking closure, hidden in the central tubular.
Gold
Dynamic 18Kt. Multi- Gem Stone Bracelet
By UnoAErre
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Attention grabbing, this 18kt. dual finish bracelet is prong set with a center faceted citrine meas. an impressive 30 mm.with a side amethyst and pink tourmaline each meas. 19 mm., s...
Citrine, Amethyst, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Vintage 18 Karat Yellow Gold Retro Italian Oval Link Bracelet, 1960s
By UnoAErre
Located in Sydney, NSW
An 18k yellow gold chain oval link bracelet comprised of 6 large oval links joined with smaller domed links with flat polished surfaces and finished with an integrated hinged dome cl...
Yellow Gold
Sold
W 0.4 in D 0.08 in L 7.37 in
14 Karat Gold Bracelet, Sramped 585 and 14 Karat Unoaerre, Arrezo Italy, 1960
By UnoAErre
Located in Heerlen, NL
A 14K. yellow gold bracelet, consisting of two rows of links with a box clasp and a safety figure eight. Signed: * 1 Ar = Uno-A-Erre - Italia s.p.a. 52100 Arezzo- Via Fiorentina 550....
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona White Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Coil Snake Ring
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, 18 Karat brushed yellow gold coil serpent ring. The eyes set with two white diamond eyes, carats 0.02. Ring size US 6- EU 12. Can ...
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$39,988Sale Price|20% Off
CARTIER Paris Art Deco Enameled Cocktail Ring 18Kt Gold With Diamonds & Gemstone
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
An art deco ring designed by Cartier. This is a magnificent art deco ring, created in Paris France and designed by the jewelry house of Cartier. This colorful cocktail ring is very ...
Amethyst, Diamond, Jade, White Diamond, Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
Antique 18ct Yellow Gold 1920s French Hallmarked Dome Shaped 0.85ct Diamond Ring
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique Diamond Band 18ct Yellow Gold French Stamped Circa 1920s This 18ct yellow gold band with a single French diamond is a classic and timeless piece of jewellery. The slightl...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1901 Yellow Gold Curb Bracelet with Heart Padlock Clasp
Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne
An impressive antique 9 karat yellow gold curb link bracelet with heart shaped padlock clasp; part of our diverse antique jewelry and estate jewelry collections. This fine and impre...
Gold, 9k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels by Andre Vassort Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Necklace
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
A Van Cleef & Arpels Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire and Diamond Pendant Necklace in 18k Yellow gold. The necklace weighs 139.17 grams. The dimensions of the brooch is 2.25"" x 1.75"" and t...
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire
Vintage Aldebert Chunky Chain Link Bracelet in Polished 18 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Command attention with this striking Aldebert chunky chain link bracelet, a true statement of modern luxury. Crafted in radiant 18 karat yellow gold, each bold link is polished to pe...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
An 18k Gold French Chaine d'Ancre Bracelet
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18 carat yellow gold bracelet with a variant to the 'chaîne d'Ancre' link consisting of 12 links of polished wire each with two wires countered to the link with toggle clasp, with...
Gold, 18k Gold
Edwardian 9 Carat Gold Chain Bracelet
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This lovely bracelet is made up of simple links and is fastened with a dog clip ad alohas a t bar. Modelled out of 9ct gold and made in England. Bracelet Length: 19cm Chain Width: 2...
Gold
$5,890
W 0.32 in L 0.79 in
18 Karat Yellow Gold Vintage Rope Twist Diamond Ear Studs by Boucheron, Paris
By Boucheron
Located in Zurich, Zollstrasse
A pair of 18 K yellow Gold rope twist gold and diamond clip earrings of knotted design. The top part showcases 6 brilliant cut Diamonds set in a floral motif design. Total weight of ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 9 Carat Gold Chain Necklace
Located in Chipping Campden, GB
This beautiful 9ct gold necklace has fancy chain links and links that represent infinity. Length: 63cm Chain Width: 4mm Weight: 6.8g
Gold
Miami Cuban Link 14k Solid Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Make a statement with this iconic Miami Cuban link bracelet, crafted from solid 14k gold. Featuring chunky 0.5-inch wide links, this vintage piece from the 1980s is a bold nod to cla...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
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,...
Gorgeous 18k White Gold, Emerald and Diamond Cuff Bracelet
Located in San Francisco, CA
For the art deco lover with bold style! This back-hinged 18k white gold cuff bracelet is designed with 'stripes' of pave-set round brilliant-cut diamonds, and black enamel, with an e...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 18k Solid Yellow Gold Braided Bracelet.
Located in New York, NY
This classic vintage bracelet features an elegant braided link design crafted in multi-textured 18k yellow gold. Made in United States circa 1970s. Measurements: 0.47" (12mm) width, ...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K White Gold Diamond and Persian Turquoise Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
18K White Gold Diamond and Persian Turquoise Bracelet Condition: In good condition with some minor surface wear consistent with age. Length: 8 inches Width: 1 inch wide Markings: “T...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 22 Karat Yellow Gold 102.1 Gm Cuban link Bracelet Unisex
Located in New York, NY
Solid 22 karat gold Vintage 22 Karat Yellow Gold 102.1 Gm Cuban link Bracelet Unisex , 8.75 Inches 22 Karat Yellow Gold Cuban Bracelet made of authentic solid gold. It is nicely p...
Yellow Gold, 22k 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.