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Bvlgari Bulgari Bracelet Sapphire Diamond 18k Gold
By Bulgari
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A gorgeous Bulgari bracelet made of 18k gold, featuring sapphires and diamonds. The bracelet
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Late 20th Century Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Retro 18k/Platinum Sapphire + Diamond Line Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
gold, this beautiful bracelet boasts diamonds and sapphires that together create a feminine and
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1940s Unknown Retro Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Sapphire and diamond bracelet 18k white gold
Located in London, GB
11.39ct Blue sapphire and diamond halo bracelet in 18k white gold. Composed of oval-cut sapphires
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20th Century European Art Deco Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Sapphire Bracelet 18K Yellow & Rose Gold
By Estate Jewelry
Located in East Brunswick, NJ
Diamond Sapphire Bracelet 18K Yellow & Rose Gold This terrific estate bracelet is finely crafted
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Late 20th Century Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18K White Gold Diamond Sapphire Star Sapphire Bracelet
Located in Flushing, NY
Vintage 18K White Gold Diamond Sapphire Star Sapphire Bracelet Mounted with: (5) Oval Star Sapphire
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Mid-20th Century Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Diamonds Bracelet 18k Yellow gold Sapphire
Located in Berlin, BE
Introducing the stunning Royal 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet with Sapphire and Diamonds - a masterpiece
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Late 20th Century German Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Fred Paris Bracelet Sapphire Diamond 18k Gold
By Fred Paris
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A vintage Fred Paris bracelet with sapphires and diamonds, crafted in 18k gold. The bracelet
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1970s French Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Italian Diamond, Ruby and Sapphire Bombe Bracelet, 18k
Located in New York, NY
An Italian Diamond, Ruby and Sapphire Bracelet made in 18k White Gold. The bracelet has a bombe
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20th Century Italian Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Cartier Paris Oval Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet, 18k
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
A Cartier Paris Oval Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet made in 18 Karat Gold. The total weight of the 7
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20th Century French Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage 18K White Gold Diamond and Sapphire Bracelet
Located in Hicksville, NY
Year: 1980s Item Details: Metal Type: 18K White Gold [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 18.3 grams
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1980s Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pearl, Emerald, Diamond and Sapphire, 18k Ropework Design Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A Pearl, Emerald, Diamond and Sapphire made in 18k Intertwined Design Bracelet. The bracelet has
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20th Century Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage 10.80 carat sapphire diamond 18k white gold bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This vintage 1980s bracelet is crafted in 18k white gold and features 36 round cut sapphires
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1980s Modern Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Mystery-Set Pink Sapphire & Diamond 45.80cts Wide 18K Gold Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
This luxurious wide bracelet features a vibrant display of square-cut natural pink sapphires
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1980s Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold

Sapphire & Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Sapphire & Diamond Bracelet. A bracelet consisting of a 36 square cut sapphires approximately
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1980s Unknown Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Cut Sapphire and Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 18k
Located in Wailea, HI
Step into the realm of opulence with our Emerald Cut Sapphire and Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 18k
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Late 20th Century Unknown Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Oscar Heyman Bros. Sapphire Diamond 18k Gold Platinum Bracelet
By Oscar Heyman
Located in New York City, NY
The Oscar Heyman Bros. Sapphire and Diamond 18k Gold Platinum Bracelet is a testament to the
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Late 20th Century Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Estate 18k Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, and Diamond Line Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
A wonderful and colorful line bracelet! Crafted in 18k vibrant yellow gold, this bracelet is
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1990s American Modern Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet A white gold bracelet set with 8 oval sapphires, accented by round
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20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Sapphire and Diamond Hinged Bangle Bracelet in 18k White Gold
Located in La Jolla, CA
Sapphire and Diamond Hinged Bangle Bracelet in 18k White Gold Diamond and Sapphire Bangle features
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20th Century Unknown Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Seventies Sapphire & Diamond Bracelet
Located in Litchfield, CT
design, this bracelet is brilliant dressed up or down. Its palette of lush blue sapphires (8.0 carats
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1970s Italian Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Sapphires and Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A flexible bracelet in 18kt yellow gold with multi-color sapphires and diamonds. Made in Italy
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1980s Italian Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

White Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Pomellato Sabbia 18K Rose Gold Multicolored Sapphire Diamond Bracelet 8”
By Pomellato
Located in Winter Springs, FL
crafted in 18K rose gold and set with approximately 10.50ctw in natural pink, blue and green sapphires as
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Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Fifteen Row Brushed Finished Multi Strand Pink Sapphire Bracelet 18KT 119 Grams
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow gold bracelet featuring 15 rows of multi strands in a brushed finish and a Pink
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1960s Contemporary Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Pink Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

Oval-Cut Blue Sapphire and Diamond 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
) ✔ Bracelet: 18K, 23 Sapphire Oval-Cut, 46 pcs Round-Brilliant Cut Diamonds ✔ Era: 1990-2005 ✔
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Late 20th Century Modern Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Three Sapphire Diamond Halo Link Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Bracelet Specifications: Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Sapphire Count: 3 Oval Sapphires Sapphire Carat
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Decorated Bracelet
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
G color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is sapphire 2 ct. Totally lenght is bracelet 18 cm. Box is not
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1980s European Retro Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage Circa 1970s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Decorated Bracelet
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
H-I color and vs-s1 clarity. Totally is sapphire 1.30 ct. Totally is lenght is bracelet 18 cm
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1970s European Retro Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold

Vintage 18k Gold Square Sapphire & Diamond Channel Pyramid Link Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
You are looking at an absolutely magnificent vintage bracelet that was crafted from solid 18k
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1950s Retro Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

4.59ct Diamond 7.51ct Sapphire Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This is an amazing 18k white gold bracelet. The bracelet is set with sparkling round cut diamonds
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20th Century Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Cabochon Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Cabochon Sapphire Bracelet A bracelet set with 48 cabochon sapphires and accented round cut
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20th Century Unknown Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

LeVian 18k Yellow Gold Ruby Sapphire Emerald and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This elegant LeVian tennis bracelet is crafted in 18k yellow gold and features a vivid sequence of
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20th Century Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby Sapphire Diamond Bracelet
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
This gorgeous 1970's braided design bracelet is det with Rubies, Sapphires and Diamonds. The round
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1970s Unknown Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Emerald Sapphire Ruby and Diamond Bracelet in 18k Yellow Gold
Located in Honolulu, HI
Bracelet Specifications: Metal: 18k Yellow Gold Gemstones: 2 red rubies, 2 green emeralds and 2
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Ruby, Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

Striking 18K Yellow & White Gold Bombe' Diamond & Sapphire Cuff Bracelet
Located in Palm Beach, FL
sapphires). Bracelet is not marked, but tests as 18K gold. The oval shaped bracelet is hinged on one side
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Six Row Brushed Finished Multi Strand Sapphire Bracelet 18KT Gold 48.64 Grams
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 18 Karat yellow gold bracelet featuring six rows of multi strands in a brushed finished and
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1970s Retro Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18K Yellow Gold Ultra Wide Diamond, Sapphire and Emerald Bangle Bracelet
Located in Fairfield, CT
set into the face of the bracelet are round cut emeralds, sapphires and diamonds with a sunburst frame
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Late 20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yell...

14 Carat Ruby Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet in 18K White Gold
Located in Goettingen, DE
14 Carat Ruby Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet in 18K White Gold This attractive and very flexible
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1990s Italian Contemporary Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Retro Sapphire Diamond Link Bracelet
Located in Napoli, NA
1960s 18kt white gold link bracelet, set with 72 excellent quality natural sapphires, square cut
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1960s Retro Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

12 Carat Diamond, Ruby, Emerald and Sapphire 18K White Gold Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
Set in 18K White Gold and accented by roughly 12 total carats of matching Diamonds, Emeralds
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Late 20th Century Modern Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Emerald, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, Ruby, White Diamond, Diamond, White Go...

Sapphire 71.75 cts Diamond 18K Gold Platinum Floral Cluster Statement Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
This breathtaking vibrant floral cluster design statement bracelet is crafted in 18K yellow and
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1980s American Modern Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Platinum

Vintage Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet
Located in NEW ORLEANS, LA
Captivate your heart and imagination with this vivid vintage sapphire and diamond bracelet. Nine
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20th Century Romantic Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Emerald Sapphire Ruby Elephant Bracelet
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
G-H color and vs-s1 clarity. Totally is ruby sapphire and emerald 0.40 ct. Total lenght is bracelet
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1980s European Retro Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Decorated Bracelet
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
has H color and vvs-vs-s1 clarity. Total weight is sapphire 1.20 ct. Total lenght is bracelet 18 cm
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1980s European Retro Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

55.70 Carat Sapphire 7.90 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond 18K WG Link Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Title: 55.70 Carat Oval Shape Sapphire 7.90 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Link
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20th Century Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Pearl, Sapphire and Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Pearl, Sapphire & Diamond Bracelet, 6 cabochon sapphires, 6 cultured pearls & pave diamonds set in
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1980s American Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Magnificent Orange Sapphire 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Bracelet for Her
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
BRACELET 18K YellowGold Diamond 2.39 Cts/288 Pcs Sapphire Orange 20.45 Cts/33 Pcs Weight 41,23
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Mid-20th Century Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Sapphire Emerald Bangle Snake Bracelet
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 32 grams. Totally is diamond 1.10 ct. The diamond is has F
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1980s European Retro Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, 18k Gold

2.10 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond 0.40 Carat Sapphire 18K Gold Link Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Title: 2.10 Carat Round Brilliant I VS2-VS1 Diamond 0.40 Carat Round Brilliant Sapphire 18 Karat
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20th Century Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

French 1960's Ruby, Emerald, Sapphire, & Diamond 18k Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
French Gemstone “Barber Pole” Bracelet - Exquisitely appointed with royal blue sapphires (11.20
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1960s Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

John Hardy Bracelet Bangle Shell Cinta 18k Gold Diamond Sapphire Guy Bedarida
By John Hardy
Located in Northbrook, IL
John Hardy Bracelet Bangle Shell Cinta 18k Gold Diamond Sapphire Guy Bedarida. Here we have
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Late 20th Century Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Ruby Sapphire And Emerald Bracelet
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 13.7 grams. Totally is diamond 0.20 ct. The diamond is has
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1990s European Retro Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Vintage Retro French 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Diamond Sapphire Emerald Bracelet
Located in Great Neck, NY
Beautiful Vintage Retro French 18K Yellow Gold Platinum Diamond Sapphire Emerald Bracelet. This
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1950s Retro Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum

Vintage Circa 1990s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Caliber Sapphire Bracelet
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
In very good condition. Total weight is 24.6 grams. Totally is diamond 0.90 ct. The diamond is has
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1990s European Retro Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

3.25 Carat Round Diamond 2.50 Carat Sapphire 18K White Gold Link Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Title: 3.25 Carat Round Brilliant G I1 Diamond 2.50 Carat Princess Cut Sapphire 18 Karat White Gold
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20th Century Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Art Deco Style Inspired Blue Sapphire & Diamond 18K White Gold Line Bracelet
By Unbranded
Located in Oakton, VA
Antique 20th Century Art Deco style exceptional Sapphire and Diamond White Gold bracelet, designed
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20th Century Art Deco Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Circa 1980s 18k Gold Natural Diamond And Cabochon Cut Sapphire Bracelet
Located in Fatih/İstanbul, 34
G-H color and vvs-vs clarity. Totally is sapphire 3 ct. Total lenght is bracelet 18.2 cm. The box is
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1980s European Retro Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Glamorous Diamond Sapphire 18K White Gold Panther Mosaic Wrap Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
18K white gold, this bracelet features 1.00 carats of black diamonds and 0.05 carats of natural red
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1990s American Art Deco Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, White Gold

18K Gold Bracelet with Sapphire and Diamond Clasp by Deborah Lockhart Phillips
By Deborah Lockhart Phillips
Located in Nantucket, MA
An 18 karat gold beaded bracelet with very unusual hand made beads adding texture and dimension
Category

Late 20th Century Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

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Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet For Sale on 1stDibs

Find the exact vintage 18k diamond sapphire bracelet you’re shopping for in the variety available on 1stDibs. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Yellow Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect vintage 18k diamond sapphire bracelet may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 20th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic vintage 18k diamond sapphire bracelet over the years, but those made by Cartier, Van Cleef & Arpels and Chaumet are often thought to be among the most beautiful. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and baguette cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a vintage 18k diamond sapphire bracelet, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a Vintage 18k Diamond Sapphire Bracelet?

Prices for a vintage 18k diamond sapphire bracelet can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $1,295 and can go as high as $52,000, while this accessory, on average, fetches $6,750.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

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.