Antique 14k & 10k Gold Slide Bracelet Gemstones
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A charming Antique Victorian slide bracelet crafted in a two-tone combination of 10k and 14k gold
14k Gold, 10k Gold
Victorian Gold Filled Slide Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Victorian Gold Filled Slide Bracelet from the 1880's. Pinkish gold chain mesh bracelet with center
Natural Pearl, Gold-filled
Genuine Natural Stone Cameo Victorian XL Gold Slide Bracelet '#J4362'
Located in Big Bend, WI
Genuine Natural Stone Cameo Victorian XL Gold Slide Bracelet (#J4362) Victorian cameo bracelet
14k Gold
Victorian 14K Yellow Gold Enamel Tassel Mesh Bracelet Crescent Slide
Located in Westport, CT
An authentic Victorian 14K yellow gold enamel tassel bracelet. The gold mesh bracelet terminates in
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1960s Victorian Revival 14K Gold Multi-Gemstone Cameo Slide Bracelet
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Victorian Revival 14K Yellow Gold Cameo Slide Bracelet featuring a collection of ornate, multi
Agate, Coral, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Tiger's Eye, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow ...
Vintage Victorian Revival Yellow Gold Multi Color Gemstones Charm Slide Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
: 4.2mm (at the pearl) (approx.) Condition: Vintage Victorian Revival. Shows some light surface wear
Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$9,450
W 0.94 in L 7.75 in
Antique Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Multi Gemstones 2 Row Slide Charms Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Weight: 74.75 Grams Type: 4 Cable Link Chains w/ Dual Row Slide Charms Length: Measures 8.25 Inches Next
Multi-gemstone, Yellow Gold
$8,600
W 0.9 in L 7.2 in
14k Gold and Colored Stone Mid-20th Century "Victorian Tribute" Slide Bracelet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This Mid-20th century slide bracelet is from a genre of similar pieces, all derived and created as
Agate, Amethyst, Chalcedony, Citrine, Coral, Garnet, Pearl, Tiger's Eye,...
$9,998
W 1.12 in L 8 in
Victorian Revival 14K Gold Black Enamel Tassel Fancy Slide Buckle Strap Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
, Victorian Revival statement bracelet. The enamel is perfect. All original and excellent condition! Stock
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Gold Filled & Gold Top Victorian 16 Slide Bracelet with Garnets, Rubies, & Pearl
Located in Big Bend, WI
Gold filled bracelet with gold filled and gold top variety of 16 Victorian watch chain slides
Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Gold-filled
Antique 14K+ Gold 7" Agate Cameo Multi Shape Repousse Work Slide Charm Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
This gorgeous Victorian era repousse work slide bracelet was crafted from solid 14k+ yellow gold
Agate, Pearl, Fire Agate, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Gold Turquoise Slide Bracelet
Located in New York City, NY
Victorian slide bracelet, make in 14K yellow gold and centered with circle cluster of robin's egg
Turquoise, Diamond, 14k Gold
Victorian Garnet and Pearl Gold Filled Tassel Slide Bracelet
Located in Long Beach, CA
Antique Victorian garnet and pearl gold filled mesh bracelet with a foxtail chain tassel. The
Garnet, Pearl, Gold-filled
Gorgeous Gold Filled Mesh Slide Bracelet in Victorian Style
Located in Oradell, NJ
This is a gorgeous Victorian styled gold mesh slide bracelet, unmarked but probably gold filled
Victorian 18 Karat Gold Etruscan Buckle Mesh Slide Bracelet with Fringe
Located in New York, NY
Unmarked 18 karat gold mesh buckle bracelet with fringe end. Adjustable, closes by pressing in both
18k Gold
Gold Hand-Painted Porcelain Portrait Slide and Bead Bracelet
Located in Calabasas, CA
Unique 14 karat gold slide and bead bracelet. Featuring individual ovals of bezel-set porcelain
14k Gold
14K & 18K Yellow Gold Victorian Slide Bracelet
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
14K & 18K Yellow Gold Victorian Slide Bracelet - American Made, Awesome example of a Victorian
14k Gold, 18k Gold
Victorian Slide Bracelet with 15 Antique Slides
Located in Lewisburg, PA
A jewel steeped in sentiment and history, this Victorian slide bracelet features 15 individual
Opal, Pearl, 10k Gold, Gold Plate
Victorian Slide Bracelet
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A collection of ten Victorian slides, strung together and forming a sort of charm bracelet, a
Emerald, Opal, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Victorian Slide Bracelet
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Assembled in the 1950s from Victorian charms originally made in the late 1800s, slide bracelets are
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Opal, White Diamond, 14k Gold,...
Victorian Slide Bracelet with Corundum, Ruby and Diamond
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
American slide bracelet in 14k yellow and rose gold. For those enthusiasts of this celebrated style
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Victorian Cameo Yellow Gold Slide Bracelet
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
14K & 18K Yellow Gold Victorian Slide Bracelet - American Made, fantastic example of a Victorian
Agate, Diamond, 18k Gold, 14k Gold
Victorian Tassel Seed Pearl Black Enamel Slide Bracelet
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Victorian slide bracelet with seed pearls, tassel and black enamel
Victorian Tassel Enamel Slide Bracelet 9 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Victorian slide bracelet fashioned in 9 karat yellow gold. The bracelet can be worn at any size
Yellow Gold, Enamel
Victorian Gemstones Gold Slide Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Lovely collectable Victorian slide bracelet. Made of 14 karat yellow and white gold and set with
Diamond, Moonstone, Pearl, Rubelite, Ruby, Sapphire, Tiger's Eye, Gold, ...
Sold
H 0.98 in W 7.87 in D 1.38 in
Victorian Antique 14k Gold Slide Tassel Strap Bracelet with Enamel & Seed Pearls
Located in Shippensburg, PA
A finely fabricated 19th century Victorian slide bracelet decorated with a tassel fringe. Executed
Gold, Enamel
Victorian 14k Slide Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
An incredible and unique multi-charm slide bracelet from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! This stunning
Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Exceptional Victorian Rose Gold Slide Bracelet
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
15k rose gold slide bracelet, a collection of seven slides, separated by golden beads, each slide
Diamond, 15k Gold
Victorian Multi-Gemstone Slide Compilation Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
An incredible and unique multi-gemstone slide bracelet from the Victorian (ca1880) era! This
Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, 14k Gold, 15k Gold
Antique Victorian Figural Charm Slide Bracelet
Located in Cape May, NJ
The piece comes loaded with antique gold slides. Both sides of the bracelet are all signed and
Agate, Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Tiger's Eye, Turq...
Victorian Silver Albertina Chain, Bracelet, Heart Slider
Located in NEWARK, GB
be worn as a bracelet. Such a pretty and romantic Victorian piece. The slider clasp is fixed in
Silver, Sterling Silver
Victorian 14kt Multi-Gemstone Slide Compliation Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
An incredible and unique multi-gemstone slide bracelet from the Victorian (ca1880) era! This
Multi-gemstone, 14k Gold
Victorian Style Multi-Gemstone Gold Slide Bracelet
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
Vintage and lively with charm, this Victorian inspired slide bracelet displays a multitude of
Multi-gemstone, Gold, 14k Gold
Victorian Revival Gold & Enamel Slide Bracelet Circa 1930s
Located in ADELAIDE, SA
A beautiful Victorian revival slide bracelet crafted in 14k yellow and rose gold. The bracelet is a
Pearl, Gold, Enamel
Amazing Victorian Vintage Slide Charm Bracelet
Located in Derby, NY
Only One available Description: This exquisite vintage slide charm bracelet is a remarkable piece
Amethyst, Coral, Jade, Onyx, Pearl, Tourmaline, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yel...
Victorian Antique Floral Motif Gold Slide Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A classic slide bracelet from the Victorian era, circa 1890’s. It has a hand carved and textured
Gold
Victorian Tassel 14 Karat Yellow Gold Slide Antique Bracelet
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Beautiful Victorian tassel slide bracelet handcrafted in 14 karat yellow gold. The woven gold
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Multi-Gem Pearl Opal Emerald Garnet 14 Karat Gold Slide Link Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Slide style bracelet comprised of geometric links alternating with gold ball beads All strung on
Amethyst, Garnet, Opal, Freshwater Pearl, Natural Pearl, Sapphire, Blue ...
Victorian Revival Large Slider Charm Bracelet, 1960s
Located in McKinney, TX
- Gold plated - Features seven slider charms decorated with faux turquoise, faux pearls, jewel toned
Victorian Revival Slider Charm Bracelet By Goldette, 1960s
By Goldette
Located in McKinney, TX
tone - Features 15 unique Victorian Revival style slider charms - Accented with rhinestones, faux
Victorian Revival Slider Charm Bracelet By Goldette, 1960s
By Goldette
Located in McKinney, TX
- Features four slider charms situated between two stationary charms - Faux pearl, faux coral, faux
Sold
W 0.38 in D 0.25 in L 7.25 in
Vintage Victorian Revival 14k Gold Multi Color Gemstone Slide Bracelet
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
OTHER SLIDE BRACELET DESCRIPTION Vintage and lively with charm, this Victorian inspired slide
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Peridot, Ruby, Blue...
Victorian Woven Chain Slide Bracelet Heavy Gold Fill Antique Original 1860's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Victorian Woven Chain Slide Bracelet Heavy Gold Fill Antique Original 1860's Beautiful Condition
Gold-filled
Victorian Woven Chain Slide Bracelet Heavy Gold Fill Antique Original 1860's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Victorian Woven Chain Slide Bracelet Heavy Gold Fill Antique Original 1860's Beautiful Condition
Gold-filled
Victorian Woven Chain Slide Bracelet Heavy Gold Fill Antique Original 1860's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Victorian Woven Chain Slide Bracelet Heavy Gold Fill Antique Original 1860's Gorgeous Hand
Gold-filled
Victorian Woven Chain Slide Bracelet Heavy Gold Fill Antique Original 1860's
Located in Dearborn, MI
Victorian Woven Chain Slide Bracelet Heavy Gold Fill Antique Original 1860's Gorgeous Hand
Gold-filled
14 Karat Aquamarine Bracelet Slider
Located in Lynchburg, VA
This Victorian-inspired aquamarine bracelet slider is part of our estate collection. It is made of
Aquamarine, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
15ct Gold & Enamel Victorian Mesh Slide Bracelet Gold Ball Tassels & Seed Pearls
Located in Brighton, GB
Antique 15ct Yellow Gold and Enamel, Victorian Mesh Slide Bracelet with Gold Ball Tassels and Seed
Pearl, Gold, 15k Gold, Enamel
14KT Amethyst and Diamond Bracelet Slider
Located in Lynchburg, VA
This Victorian-inspired amethyst and diamond slider is part of our estate collection. It is made of
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Pearl Gemstone Gold Full Slide Bracelet
Located in Cape May, NJ
14K Gold Full Slide Bracelet. The bracelet is in excellent estate condition and ready to wear. The
Amethyst, Blue Sapphire, Citrine, Emerald, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, 14k Gold
Sold
W 1.12 in L 8 in
Victorian Revival 14K Gold Black Enamel Tassel Fancy Slide Buckle Strap Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
, Victorian Revival statement bracelet. The enamel is perfect. All original and excellent condition! Stock
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
1890s Gem Set Gold Slide Bracelet
Located in Firenze, IT
sixteen slides set with assorted stones including: diamond, opal, turquoise, tourmaline, garnet. The lock
Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Tourmaline, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique Russian Gold Slide Bracelet With Two Charms
Located in Chicago, IL
This antique 14K gold slider bracelet with a puffed heart and a horseshoe charms (symbols of love
Antique Precious & Semi-Precious Gemstone Slide Bracelet
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Antique Precious Gemstone, Semi-Precious Gemstone & Yellow Gold Slide Bracelet 12 slides
Diamond, Multi-gemstone, Opal, Peridot, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Amethys...
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W 1.28 in L 8.25 in
Vintage 14K Gold Black Enamel Engraved Tassel Fancy Slide Buckle Strap Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
buckle smoothly slides over the strap, allowing the bracelet to be easily adjusted to the length of your
14k Gold, Enamel
Antique A initial slider bracelet, White enamel and pearl, 9k gold, Black silk
Located in NEWARK, GB
This sweet little antique slider bracelet is so pretty! It is a small sized black silk bracelet
Pearl, 9k Gold, Enamel
Victorian Slide Bracelet
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
A collection of seven Victorian slides, strung together and forming a sort of charm bracelet, a
Diamond, Natural Pearl, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian 14k Slide Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
An incredible and unique multi-charm slide bracelet from the Victorian (ca1880s) era! This stunning
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k ...
Mid-20th Century 14k Gold "Victorian Tribute" Slide Bracelet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This wonderful and fanciful 14k yellow gold "slide bracelet" was manufactured during the middle of
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold
Gold Filled & Gold Top Victorian 15 Slides Bracelet with Variety of Gemstones
Located in Big Bend, WI
Gold filled bracelet with gold filled and gold top variety of 15 Victorian watch chain slides
Agate, Opal, Pearl, Turquoise, Gold-filled
1960s Goldette Victorian Revival Double Row Slider Charm Bracelet, Signed
By Goldette
Located in McKinney, TX
- 7.5" length - Gold tone - Features 25 unique Victorian Revival style slider charms - Accented
1950s Gem Stone Gold Slide Link Bracelet
Located in South Pasadena, CA
1950s Slide Link 14-Karat Gold Bracelet A flexible bracelet featuring nine unique square links
Amethyst, Citrine, Coral, Emerald, Garnet, Jade, Onyx, Pearl, Turquoise,...
Retro Cameo and Gemstone 14 Karat Yellow Gold Slider Bracelet
Located in MIAMI, FL
Amazing design on this vintage piece. This slider bracelet is crafted in 14k yellow gold. Amazing
Citrine, Garnet, Jade, Onyx, Tiger's Eye, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
Victorian Taj Mahal Slider Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous Victorian era metal mesh slider bracelet is adorned by a glass cabachon encasing an
Victorian Slide Tassel And Pearl Gold Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
HANDMADE MESH Pearl And 15ct gold slide bracelet with pearls and exhibiting a fringe tassel design
15k Gold
Victorian 49er Panning Prospector Diamond Slide Bracelet Gold Charm/Pendant
Located in Frederick, MD
Era: Victorian Measure*: 26.1mm (w) 17.1mm (h) 12.2mm (d)
Diamond, 14k Gold
14K Gold Multi-gem Slide Charm Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A slide charm bracelet featuring 9 rectangular victorian era watch slides, refashioned as a slide
Amethyst, Diamond, Garnet, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold
1960s Cameo Slide Charm Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Agoura Hills, CA
Charming Victorian style slide-on charm bracelet, composed of 12 gold charms in various shapes and
14k Gold
Giorgio Armani 1990s Silver Gunmetal Avant Garde Vintage 90s Silk Blouse Top
By Giorgio Armani
Located in San Diego, CA
Beautiful vintage GIORGIO ARMANI 90s silver and gunmetal Avant Garde sleeveless shirt! Features luxurious silk, with an excellent draped neckline, and asymmetrical ruffle along the f...
Black silk chiffon backless dress with black beaded work CHLOÉ
By Chloé
Located in Saint-Ouen-Sur-Seine, FR
Black silk chiffon dress with black beaded work. the skirt part is made of 2 lays of silk chiffon and one lay ( underneath) of organza. Zip and hook&eye closure on the middle back. ...
$5,880Sale Price|20% Off
Temple St Clair Cocktail Ring in 18kt Yellow Gold with 11.26 Cts Oval Moonstone
By Temple St. Clair
Located in Miami, FL
Cocktail ring designed by Temple St. Claire. Gorgeous cocktail ring created by the jewelry designer Temple St. Claire. This cocktail ring was crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 kara...
Moonstone, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$3,867Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Platinum and Diamond Cocktail Watch, Ladies Wristwatch
Located in NEWARK, GB
This exquisite Art Deco ladies watch is crafted from dazzling diamonds and precious platinum, making it the perfect timeless accessory for any special occasion. Boasting an impressi...
Diamond, Platinum
$650 / item
W 0.56 in L 0.99 in
Blue Sapphire Cabs 14kt Solid Gold Blue Chalcedony Cushion Shape Stud Earrings
By Tutti Frutti Jewellery
Located in Bangkok, TH
These simple but elegant and handmade earrings have 2 Oval Blue Sapphire cabs measuring 8 x 10 mm set in a 14 Kt yellow gold bezel at the top to which are suspended 2 Cushion Shap...
Chalcedony, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
$8,950
W 1.13 in D 0.88 in L 8.75 in
Retro 4-Strand Cultured Pearl, 18k White Gold, and Diamond Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A fine retro pearl, white gold, and diamond bracelet. Comprising 4 strands of pearls each with 22 white pearls. (Overtone: cream/slight rose, Surface: lightly blemished, Luster: hig...
Diamond, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold
1920's Sequined Flapper Capelet
Located in Geneva, CH
Rare and hard-to-find garment, this fantastic mid 20’s Art-Deco evening cape will go with just about everything ! Made of black tulle and thousands of hand-sewn sparkling silver sequ...
$382Sale Price|55% Off
Chanel Pearl & Rhinestone CC Cuff Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in PUTNEY, NSW
Chanel Pearl & Rhinestone CC Cuff Bracelet This striking Chanel cuff bracelet is an elegant fusion of vintage allure and modern sophistication. Designed with an open cuff silhou...
1940s Lilli Ann Silk Jacket with Elaborate Detail
By Lilli Ann
Located in Water Mill, NY
A fabulous beige and grey silk and wool fitted 1940's jacket from Lilli Ann. The double breasted jacket has a winged front collar, long sleeves with fold back cuffs and front self c...
$16,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 18k Yellow Gold Choker Necklace
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. Round 18k Yellow Gold Choker Necklace Inner circumstances 13.25 inches Marked: Tiffany & Co. 750
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage Aquamarine Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
Located in Munich, Bavaria
This elegant cocktail ring has been set with a rectangular aquamarin in stepcut. It is mounted in a 14 kt whitegold shank . The ring shoulders have been set with small diamonds. The ...
Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
French 1960s Retro 18 Karat Rose Gold Curb Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bracelet in 18 karat rose gold, eagle head and rhinoceros head hallmarks. This vintage bracelet features 3 rows of articulated gourmette link. The edges are chased on both sides and ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Belle Epoque Colombian Certified Emerald Diamond Cluster Ring
Located in Napoli, NA
Antique 18Kt rose Gold and silver Ruby and Diamond ring. The cluster style ring is centered with a stunning oval natural emerald, accented by an halo of sparkling old mine cut diamon...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Silver
Gianni Versace Backless Silk Dress with Leather Trim
By Gianni Versace, Gianni Versace Couture
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous full length black silk gown from Gianni Versace Couture. It has a front scoop neck, a deep cut out back and fabulous tan leather shoulders. It is semi fitted though the ...
$40,000Sale Price|20% Off
Tiffany & Co. 4.16 Carat Diamond Platinum Victoria Bracelet
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Tiffany & Co. Victoria Platinum Diamond Bracelet, 4.16 Carats An elegant and timeless creation from the Tiffany & Co. Victoria Collection, this exquisite bracelet is crafted...
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Cone Losange Green Enamel Bangle Bracelet 138 gm 18K
By Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co.
Located in New York, NY
Stunning Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger Cone Losange Bracelet, crafted in 18k yellow gold and enriched with vibrant Green enamel, accented with alternating clusters of gold leaves and ...
18k Gold, Enamel
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.