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Retro Tank Bracelet
Retro Tank Bracelet

Retro Tank Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

1940s Retro "Tank" bracelet of oversized gilded links. Strong and timeless jewelry. USA 1940's. 7.5

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1940s American Vintage Tank Bracelet

French Retro Tank Bracelet
French Retro Tank Bracelet

French Retro Tank Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

Striking French retro tank bracelet about 1940. Of gold plated base metal with trapezoid shaped

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1940s French Retro Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

Gold Plate, Base Metal, Brass, Gilt Metal

French Retro 18K Gold Tank Bracelet
French Retro 18K Gold Tank Bracelet

French Retro 18K Gold Tank Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

This French Retro tank bracelet in 18K gold was made by Ernest Le Sénéchal and retailed by Janlys

Category

Mid-20th Century French Retro Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Retro 18 Karat Rose Gold 'Tank' Bracelet
Retro 18 Karat Rose Gold 'Tank' Bracelet

Retro 18 Karat Rose Gold 'Tank' Bracelet

Located in Brisbane City, QLD

Crafted from 18 karat rose gold, this bracelet is what we refer to as a 'tank' bracelet and was

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1940s American Retro Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Tank Bracelet 18 Carat Yellow Gold, circa 1940 Large Tank
Tank Bracelet 18 Carat Yellow Gold, circa 1940 Large Tank

Tank Bracelet 18 Carat Yellow Gold, circa 1940 Large Tank

Located in Paris, FR

Large Tank bracelet in 18-carat (750/ooo) yellow gold with large articulated geometric links. 12

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1940s French Retro Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Large Retro 18k Two Tone Gold Tank Bracelet, circa 1940's
Large Retro 18k Two Tone Gold Tank Bracelet, circa 1940's

Large Retro 18k Two Tone Gold Tank Bracelet, circa 1940's

Located in Austin, TX

An impressive sculptural two tone 18k gold Retro tank bracelet with French assay and import marks

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1940s Retro Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

18k Gold

Retro 18 Karat Yellow and Rose Gold Tank Bracelet circa 1940s
Retro 18 Karat Yellow and Rose Gold Tank Bracelet circa 1940s

Retro 18 Karat Yellow and Rose Gold Tank Bracelet circa 1940s

Located in New York, NY

Retro 18K Yellow and Rose Gold Tank Bracelet c.1940s Period: Retro Year: 1940s Material: 18k Pink

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20th Century Italian Retro Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

Yellow Gold, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Vintage Retro Rose-Gold Tank Bracelet 18K
Vintage Retro Rose-Gold Tank Bracelet 18K

Vintage Retro Rose-Gold Tank Bracelet 18K

Located in AMSTERDAM, NL

Exquisitely crafted, this bracelet makes a beautiful statement with timeless appeal. Crafted

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Mid-20th Century Retro Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

1940s 18 Karat Rose Yellow Gold Tank Bracelet
1940s 18 Karat Rose Yellow Gold Tank Bracelet

1940s 18 Karat Rose Yellow Gold Tank Bracelet

Located in Poitiers, FR

opinion : An interesting model of gold tank bracelet that takes up the lines of its era. Specialized in

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1940s French Retro Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Gold Tank bracelet 1940s
Gold Tank bracelet 1940s

Gold Tank bracelet 1940s

Located in Milano, MI

Impactful bracelet with tank design typical of the 1930s and 40s. With a geometric design on the

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1940s European Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

Tank Bracelet circa 1940 Sapphires Rigid Opening Buckle Pattern Gold 18 Carat
Tank Bracelet circa 1940 Sapphires Rigid Opening Buckle Pattern Gold 18 Carat

Tank Bracelet circa 1940 Sapphires Rigid Opening Buckle Pattern Gold 18 Carat

Located in Paris, FR

TANK Bracelet around 1940 Rigid opening with Buckle Pattern in 18 Carats yellow gold, rose gold and

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1940s French Retro Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

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

Retro Italian gold X form tank bracelet
Retro Italian gold X form tank bracelet

Retro Italian gold X form tank bracelet

Located in New York, NY

A Retro rose gold bracelet composed of repeating “X”-form links with diamond-shaped spacers, in 18k

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1940s Italian Retro Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

1940s Retro Rose Gold 18K Wide Tank Bracelet
1940s Retro Rose Gold 18K Wide Tank Bracelet

1940s Retro Rose Gold 18K Wide Tank Bracelet

Located in Santa Barbara, CA

A rich, soft hued 18 Karat rose gold link bracelet is an impressive vintage heirloom from the grand

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Mid-20th Century Retro Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Gold

French 1940s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Reversible Tank Bracelet
French 1940s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Reversible Tank Bracelet

French 1940s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Reversible Tank Bracelet

Located in Poitiers, FR

Bracelet in 18 karat yellow gold, eagle head hallmark. Tank gold bracelet, it consists of knot

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1940s French Retro Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Red Coral and 18k Gold Wide Tank Bracelet
Retro Red Coral and 18k Gold Wide Tank Bracelet

Retro Red Coral and 18k Gold Wide Tank Bracelet

Located in Santa Barbara, CA

A wide and dramatic natural red coral tank style bracelet from the postwar Retro period. Experience

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1940s Retro Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

Coral, Gold, 18k Gold

TIFFANY & CO. Retro 1940s 14k Yellow Gold Tank Bracelet Rare
TIFFANY & CO. Retro 1940s 14k Yellow Gold Tank Bracelet Rare

TIFFANY & CO. Retro 1940s 14k Yellow Gold Tank Bracelet Rare

By Tiffany & Co.

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

Tiffany & Co. Retro 1940s Tank 14k Yellow Gold Bracelet Rare Here is your chance to purchase

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1940s American Retro Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

Yellow Gold

Retro 18k Rose Gold Tank Bracelet, 6.5in, Antique, Circa 1940
Retro 18k Rose Gold Tank Bracelet, 6.5in, Antique, Circa 1940

Retro 18k Rose Gold Tank Bracelet, 6.5in, Antique, Circa 1940

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This bold Retro bracelet features luxurious 18k rose gold in a timeless, sculptural design

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1940s Retro Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Retro French 18 Karat Two-Tone Yellow Rose Gold Vintage Tank Bracelet
Retro French 18 Karat Two-Tone Yellow Rose Gold Vintage Tank Bracelet

Retro French 18 Karat Two-Tone Yellow Rose Gold Vintage Tank Bracelet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

with French hallmarks for 18 karat gold Circa: 1940 Width at Widest: 15/16 inch Bracelet Size: 6 1/4

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1940s Retro Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Bracelet Vintage 1960s in 18 Carat Yellow Gold Wavy Mesh
Bracelet Vintage 1960s in 18 Carat Yellow Gold Wavy Mesh

Bracelet Vintage 1960s in 18 Carat Yellow Gold Wavy Mesh

Located in Paris, FR

Articulated Domed Tank bracelet in 18K (750°/°°) yellow gold, Wavy Mesh Tank Bracelet from the

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1960s French Retro Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro 18K Gold Tank Track Bracelet
Retro 18K Gold Tank Track Bracelet

Retro 18K Gold Tank Track Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

This 1940s Retro "Tank Track" bracelet is composed of 18K gold. It is designed as a triple row of

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Mid-20th Century French Retro Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Deco Style Crystal Tank Track Bracelet 1950s
Vintage Deco Style Crystal Tank Track Bracelet 1950s

Vintage Deco Style Crystal Tank Track Bracelet 1950s

Located in Wilmslow, GB

A super stylish Vintage Deco Tank Track Bracelet. Inspired by the earlier Art Deco cocktail

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1950s Vintage Tank Bracelet

Vintage 18K Gold Tank Track Double Stud Link Bracelet
Vintage 18K Gold Tank Track Double Stud Link Bracelet

Vintage 18K Gold Tank Track Double Stud Link Bracelet

Located in Philadelphia, PA

A fine estate tank track style bracelet. In 18k gold (with a very slight rose hue to it

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Mid-20th Century Retro Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Watch ca' 1940's With Gold Bracelet
Cartier Tank Watch ca' 1940's With Gold Bracelet

Cartier Tank Watch ca' 1940's With Gold Bracelet

By Cartier

Located in Saint Petersburg, FL

A rare Cartier tank watch ca' 1940's in 18k, with original Cartier C+B 14k bracelet (signed and

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1940s French Modern Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Louis Cartier Classic Tank, Ladies Bracelet Wrist Watch
Cartier Louis Cartier Classic Tank, Ladies Bracelet Wrist Watch

Cartier Louis Cartier Classic Tank, Ladies Bracelet Wrist Watch

By Cartier

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1990s Cartier, Louis Cartier, Classic Tank Wrist Watch, 24 X 18 M.M. 18k Yellow Gold 2 piece

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1990s Swiss Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

18k Gold

Vintage Retro Style Tank Link Bracelet 14 Karat Yellow Gold 69.3 Grams
Vintage Retro Style Tank Link Bracelet 14 Karat Yellow Gold 69.3 Grams

Vintage Retro Style Tank Link Bracelet 14 Karat Yellow Gold 69.3 Grams

By Harbor Diamonds

Located in New York, NY

Retro style bracelet featuring 5 rows of a tank motif weighing 69.3 grams in 14 Karat Yellow Gold

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1970s Retro Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Rare Mellerio Dits Meller 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tank Rattan Bracelet
Vintage Rare Mellerio Dits Meller 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tank Rattan Bracelet

Vintage Rare Mellerio Dits Meller 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tank Rattan Bracelet

By Mellerio dits Meller

Located in New York, NY

Vintage 18 Karat Mellerio Dits Meller Bracelet 7 inches length 1 inch wide 98 grams Made in France

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Late 20th Century French Modern Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Tank Style 14K / 585 Yellow Gold Bracelet, 23 Grams, E.U, Circa 1980's
Retro Tank Style 14K / 585 Yellow Gold Bracelet, 23 Grams, E.U, Circa 1980's

Retro Tank Style 14K / 585 Yellow Gold Bracelet, 23 Grams, E.U, Circa 1980's

Located in Chatham, CA

Retro Tank style 14K / 585 yellow gold bracelet - high polished finish - box clasp / closure

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Late 20th Century European Retro Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Tank Princess Cut Diamond 18k White Gold Bangle
Cartier Tank Princess Cut Diamond 18k White Gold Bangle

Cartier Tank Princess Cut Diamond 18k White Gold Bangle

By Cartier

Located in Boca Raton, FL

The product is a Cartier Tank Princess Cut Diamond bangle bracelet crafted in 18k white gold. This

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Late 20th Century French Modern Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Retro Rose and Yellow Gold Bracelet
Retro Rose and Yellow Gold Bracelet

Retro Rose and Yellow Gold Bracelet

Located in New Orleans, LA

, such as in the iconic Cartier Tank collection. This bracelet is a testament to the enduring artistry of

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20th Century French Retro Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 1981 Piaget Protocole 18K YG 74101 Quartz Black Dial 25mm
Vintage 1981 Piaget Protocole 18K YG 74101 Quartz Black Dial 25mm

Vintage 1981 Piaget Protocole 18K YG 74101 Quartz Black Dial 25mm

By Piaget

Located in New York, NY

carries more character and texture than a standard polished tank. The bamboo style bracelet gives it a

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1980s Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Cartier Travel Storage Watch Box in Red Leather Gilt Embossed
Cartier Travel Storage Watch Box in Red Leather Gilt Embossed

Cartier Travel Storage Watch Box in Red Leather Gilt Embossed

By Cartier

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

Cartier Tank watch and the Love bracelet, and continues to be a favorite among royalty, celebrities, and

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20th Century French Vintage Tank Bracelet

Cartier Jewelry Storage Watch Box in Red Leather Gilt Embossed
Cartier Jewelry Storage Watch Box in Red Leather Gilt Embossed

Cartier Jewelry Storage Watch Box in Red Leather Gilt Embossed

By Cartier

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

was for the Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch, Some steel bracelet pieces, the Cartier booklet and original

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Late 20th Century French Art Deco Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

Leather

Cartier Jewelry Ring Box in Red Leather Gilt Embossed
Cartier Jewelry Ring Box in Red Leather Gilt Embossed

Cartier Jewelry Ring Box in Red Leather Gilt Embossed

By Cartier

Located in Moreno Valley, CA

, and craftsmanship. The brand is celebrated for its iconic designs, such as the Cartier Tank watch and

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20th Century French Vintage Tank Bracelet

Retro American Gold Tank Bracelet

Retro American Gold Tank Bracelet

Located in New York, NY

14K yellow gold American tank bracelet.

Category

1940s American Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

14k Gold

Ultra Chic Large Gold Articulated Tank Bracelet
Ultra Chic Large Gold Articulated Tank Bracelet

Ultra Chic Large Gold Articulated Tank Bracelet

Located in Coral Gables, FL

Absolutely stunning large, dense, chunky, splendidly articulated 18k gold tank bracelet, a classic

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1970s Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

18k Gold

Tank Bracelet 101 carats rubies, 15 carats diamonds
Tank Bracelet 101 carats rubies, 15 carats diamonds

Tank Bracelet 101 carats rubies, 15 carats diamonds

Located in Taormina, ME

Immense tank bracelet in white gold and platinum from the 70s/80s with mounted 101 carats of rubies

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1970s Italian Modern Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, White Gold, Platinum

Tank Bracelet, Pink Gold, Diamonds, Red Stones
Tank Bracelet, Pink Gold, Diamonds, Red Stones

Tank Bracelet, Pink Gold, Diamonds, Red Stones

Located in Paris, IDF

An 18Kt rose gold Tank bracelet, centered with an ovale motif, set with diamonds and red stones in

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1940s French Retro Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

1940s French Retro Yellow And Rose Gold "Tank" Bracelet.
1940s French Retro Yellow And Rose Gold "Tank" Bracelet.

1940s French Retro Yellow And Rose Gold "Tank" Bracelet.

Located in Beziers, FR

1940s French Retro 18 Karat Yellow And Rose Gold "Tank" Bracelet. Two color Gold. Length: 19 cm

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1940s French Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold

Retro Machine Age Yellow Gold Tank Bracelet
Retro Machine Age Yellow Gold Tank Bracelet

Retro Machine Age Yellow Gold Tank Bracelet

Located in Lisbon, PT

Retro Machine Age Tank Bracelet 19,2k Gold Portuguese. Following World War II Jewelry Makers in

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1940s Portuguese Modern Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

Gold

Unique Mauboussin 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Blue Sapphire Tank Bracelet
Unique Mauboussin 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Blue Sapphire Tank Bracelet

Unique Mauboussin 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Blue Sapphire Tank Bracelet

By Mauboussin

Located in London, GB

Very rare Tank bracelet by Mauboussin Paris, the 18kt yellow gold swirl links each set with a

Category

1940s French Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Gay Frères 18 Carat Yellow Gold Retro Tank Bracelet
Gay Frères 18 Carat Yellow Gold Retro Tank Bracelet

Gay Frères 18 Carat Yellow Gold Retro Tank Bracelet

By Gay Freres

Located in Paris, FR

Tank bracelet in yellow gold, hallmarked GF for Gay Frères. Length: 18 cm (7 inches) Dimensions

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Mid-20th Century Swiss Retro Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Ruby Gold Tank Bracelet
Ruby Gold Tank Bracelet

Ruby Gold Tank Bracelet

Unavailable|$7,091

Ruby Gold Tank Bracelet

Located in Barcelona, ES

Amazing Retro bracelet in yellow gold and 102 baguette cut simulant rubies. Signed by spanish

Category

1940s Spanish Retro Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

French Retro Gold Tank Bracelet
French Retro Gold Tank Bracelet

French Retro Gold Tank Bracelet

Located in Saint-Ouen, FR

An elegant retro bracelet, made in France circa 1940. Made in yellow gold 18k, it has a confortable

Category

1940s French Art Deco Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold

A Yellow Gold Tank Bracelet.

A Yellow Gold Tank Bracelet.

Unavailable|$15,000

A Yellow Gold Tank Bracelet.

Located in London, GB

Designed as a series of eight raised rectangular-shaped links, connected by pierced geometric links, circa 1940, French assay marks and indistinct maker's mark, 97 grams.

Category

1940s French Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

18k Gold

Retro 14K White Gold Diamonds Tank Bracelet
Retro 14K White Gold Diamonds Tank Bracelet

Retro 14K White Gold Diamonds Tank Bracelet

Located in Madrid, ES

Retro link bracelet in 14k white gold embedded with an estimated 6.15 carats in baguette, single

Category

1940s Unknown Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Retro Wide Link Tank Bracelet with Pearls
Retro Wide Link Tank Bracelet with Pearls

Retro Wide Link Tank Bracelet with Pearls

Located in Delray Beach, FL

Composed as horizontal domed high polished outer links framing interior sub links with a hand etched pattern, each featuring six (6) 3.5mm - 4mm white pearls. 14 karat yellow gold, ...

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Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

Pearl, 14k Gold

Retro 18 Karat Rose Gold Tank Bracelet, circa 1940
Retro 18 Karat Rose Gold Tank Bracelet, circa 1940

Retro 18 Karat Rose Gold Tank Bracelet, circa 1940

Located in Napoli, IT

Tank design so distinctive of that era Italian origin, 1940/50 Beautiful made of solid 18 KT rose solid

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1940s Italian Retro Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold

French Retro 1940s calibré-cut Rubi Diamond Platinum Gold 18 Kts. Tank Bracelet
French Retro 1940s calibré-cut Rubi Diamond Platinum Gold 18 Kts. Tank Bracelet

French Retro 1940s calibré-cut Rubi Diamond Platinum Gold 18 Kts. Tank Bracelet

Located in Madrid, ES

This bracelet has a beautiful broad strap composed of geometric design with calibré-cut rubies and

Category

Mid-20th Century French Retro Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

Zodiac Yellow Gold Tank Secret Bracelet Wristwatch
Zodiac Yellow Gold Tank Secret Bracelet Wristwatch

Zodiac Yellow Gold Tank Secret Bracelet Wristwatch

By Zodiac

Located in New York, NY

Fantastic 18K yellow gold tank watch with a Zodiac movement. This beautiful and quite rare retro

Category

1940s Art Deco Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

18k Gold

Retro Tank Chunky Bracelet In 18ct Yellow Gold
Retro Tank Chunky Bracelet In 18ct Yellow Gold

Retro Tank Chunky Bracelet In 18ct Yellow Gold

Located in Dubai, DU

The king of Retro, this cool chunky bracelet comes in the iconic “tank-tread” style of the period

Category

1950s North American Retro Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

18k Gold

Cartier Yellow Gold Tank Francaise Chronograph Bracelet Quartz Wristwatch
Cartier Yellow Gold Tank Francaise Chronograph Bracelet Quartz Wristwatch

Cartier Yellow Gold Tank Francaise Chronograph Bracelet Quartz Wristwatch

By Cartier

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Brand Name: Cartier Reference: W50005R2 Series: Tank Francais Gender: Men's Case Material: 18K

Category

1990s Swiss Vintage Tank Bracelet

Materials

18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Vintage Tank Bracelet For Sale on 1stDibs

You are likely to find exactly the vintage tank bracelet you’re looking for on 1stDibs, as there is a broad range for sale. Frequently made of gold, 18k gold and yellow gold, this item was constructed with great care. Our collection of these items for sale includes 24 vintage editions and 3 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect vintage tank 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 tank bracelet over the years, but those made by Cartier, Baume & Mercier and Bueche Girod are often thought to be among the most beautiful. While most can agree that any vintage tank bracelet from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a blue sapphire version from the 1 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for an emerald cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes old european cut and sugarloaf cabochon alternatives. If you’re browsing our inventory for a vintage tank 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 Tank Bracelet?

On average, a vintage tank bracelet at 1stDibs sells for $6,567, while they’re typically $245 on the low end and $79,365 for the highest priced versions of this item.

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.

Questions About Vintage Tank Bracelet
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024
    To tell if a bracelet is vintage, look on the inside or clasp for a maker's mark. By researching the maker using trusted online resources and learning about the types of pieces they created, you can often get a rough idea of when your bracelet was produced. Vintage bracelets are 20 to 99 years old. Any bracelet that is 100 years old or older is antique. If you encounter any difficulties during your research, a certified appraiser or experienced jeweler can help date your piece. Find a wide range of vintage bracelets on 1stDibs.