In the mid-1950s, there were children who read comic books and built forts and then there was Barry Kieselstein-Cord, a now-critically acclaimed New York City–born jewelry designer whose early hobbies included carving totem poles.
In fact, Kieselstein-Cord was proficient at carving by the time he was eight years old. His hobby fueled what would become deep interests in Native American art and in the natural world around him. Kieselstein-Cord made more carvings, and eventually began to explore metalwork and craft jewelry in his teens. Today he creates rings, necklaces and other jewelry and accessories so divine that they are as much wearable sculptures as they are personal adornment.
Kieselstein-Cord studied at Parsons School of Design and the American Craft Institute. He has long been enamored of illustration, architecture, photography and other disciplines, and even as a world-renowned jeweler, Kieselstein-Cord has always considered his true identity as a sculptor. ”I don’t make jewelry; I do sculptures for the body,” he has said.
Kieselstein-Cord designed his first sterling silver collection in 1972, and a year later, the collection was presented for sale at Georg Jensen’s Manhattan flagship store. Kieselstein-Cord’s partnership with the legendary Danish silverware firm meant that his work would reach an international audience. It was also around this time that the designer began to work with fashion titans Perry Ellis and Calvin Klein.
By the late 1970s, Kieselstein-Cord had begun to integrate gold and gemstones into his work. During this decade he designed much-lauded belt buckles, and some of his most sought-after collections — including Crocodile, Pompeii and Borgia — followed a decade later. On today’s secondary market, those 1980s-era designs are enjoying a resurgence. Names like Henry Dunay and Kieselstein-Cord are being reappraised as icons of contemporary design.
Tom Hanks, Oprah Winfrey, Sir Elton John, Jack Nicholson, Barack Obama and Giorgio Armani are all known collectors of Kieselstein-Cord’s work. His designs have found their way into the Louvre in Paris and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City.
On 1stDibs find a collection of vintage Barry Kieselstein-Cord belts, earrings, bracelets, handbags and other jewelry and accessories.
Kieselstein Cord Vintage Pompeii Column 18 Karat Gold Bracelet
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in Miami, FL
This beautiful collectible vintage bracelet from legendary Barry Kieselstein-Cord bracelet is crafted in 18-karat Green gold, weighing a hefty 111.3 grams and measuring 7” around th...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
Vintage Wide Bamboo Link Wide Bracelet 63.9 Grams 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow gold bracelet featuring a Bamboo motif link weighing 63.9 grams. More link bracelets available. Search Harbor Diamonds DM for more pictures and videos.
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s 14 Karat Yellow Gold 3-Row Wide Link Bracelet
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1980's 14K Yellow Gold 3 Row Wide Link Bracelet - The bracelet measures 7 inches long and 3/4 inches wide. The bracelet features a hidden plunger clasp with a figure 8 safety...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Aquamarine Rainbow Sapphire Tzavorite Gemstone Handmade Bracelet 18 Karat Gold
By Elisa Pozza by PETRONILLA
Located in Bussolengo, Verona
Aquamarine Rainbow Sapphire Tzavorite Gemstone Handmade Bracelet 18 Karat Gold This bracelet is handmade in yellow gold. I wanted to create...
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Iolite, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Ye...
Barry Kieselstein Cord 2004 Sterling Silver & 14k Gold Frog Flower Cuff Bracelet
Located in Honolulu, HI
Barry Kieselstein Cord Cuff Bracelet in sterling silver and14k yellow gold. The bracelet features a 3-D frog in between 2 3-D flowers with 14k yellow gold petals. Hallmarked "Barry Kieselstein Cord" and stamped "2004," "925," "14K," "Thailand," on the inside. This cuff bangle measures 29 mm wide, 58 mm long and weighs 78.5 grams. This is a pre-owned Barry Kieselstein Cord bracelet...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
19th Century Rose-Cut Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Silver Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bracelet in 18 karat yellow gold, and silver. This magnificent antique bracelet is made up of 7 oval-shaped links, openworked with floral motifs set with antique brilliant-cut diamonds and rose-cut diamonds. They are held and articulated between them by brilliant- cut and antique cushion- cut diamonds . The clasp is ratchet. Length : 18.3 cm, width : 1.6 cm. Total weight of the jewel : approximately 25.4 g. Authentic antique jewel - Work of the 19th century. Our opinion : A beautiful antique diamond...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver
18 Karat Yellow Gold Circle Chain Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
18 Karat Yellow Gold Seven Inch Circle Chain Bracelet 2.76 grams total weight.
18k Gold
Chaumet 18 Karat Yellow Gold and Ruby Bracelet
By Chaumet
Located in Paris, FR
CHAUMET Bracelet in 18 Carat yellow Gold and 13 Ruby Jewels in the Center of each Link set with a Claw. Signed CHAUMET and numbered 7068C. Tab Clasp with Eight Security. Gross weight...
Ruby, 18k Gold
Vintage Sculptural 18k Gold Link Bracelet Wide Two-Tone Gold
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
A sculptural 18k gold link bracelet built from bold tubular curved links joined by ribbed white gold connectors. Each rounded gold link flows into the next in a continuous S-curve, ...
18k Gold
$5,500
W 0.36 in L 7.09 in
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Yellow Gold Sapphire Ruby and Emerald Bracelet
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios Bracelet is Handmade from solid 18 Karat Yellow Gold and is microscopically decorated with granulation-yellow gold beads and wires. Granulated details contrast with the By...
Emerald, Multi-gemstone, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, ...
Kieselstein Cord 18 Karat Yellow Gold Wavey Vintage Bangle Bracelet
By Kieselstein
Located in Boca Raton, FL
18K Yellow Gold Vintage Barry Kieselstein-Cord Wavy Bangle Bracelet, circa 1982. Expertly crafted in luxurious 18K yellow gold, this striking bracelet features the designer's signatu...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s Retro 18 Karat Yellow Gold Woven Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bracelet in 18 karat yellow gold. This antique golden bracelet is composed of a flexible woven golden mesh with a central openwork feature. The clasp ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Cartier Bracelet 18 Karat Gold Gourmet Links, Rubies and Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Paris, FR
Cartier 18k yellow Gold Gourmet Link Bracelet with 22 Rubies and 132 Diamonds. Each link is set with 1 ruby and 6 Diamonds. Gourmet links set with rubies and diamonds. With Security...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold Textured Link Bracelet 34.9 Grams
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
18 Karat Yellow Gold bracelet featuring 19 textured links weighing 34.9 grams. Stamped Stamped Marlia with Sun Hallmark 750
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$8,940
W 0.45 in Dm 0.45 in L 6.97 in
Georgios Collections 18 Karat Gold Diamond Classic Greek Key Design Bracelet
By Georgios Collections Inc
Located in Astoria, NY
S.Georgios designer Greek Key bracelet in solid yellow gold 18 karats all handmade with the Greek Key design, the symbol of eternal life. The Bracelet is custom made and has brillian...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$1,580Sale Price|20% Off
18 Karat White Gold Diamond Alternating Hearts Bracelet
By Gregory Mikaelian & Sons, Inc.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
18 karat white gold diamond alternating Hearts bracelet, containing 60 round full cut diamonds of commercial grade weighing .65pts. measuring 7 inches.
Diamond, 18k Gold
Barry Kieselstein Cord Bracelet
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in New York, NY
Barry Kieselstein Cord Bracelet Gold link bracelet by Barry Kieselstien cord Stamped: 1988 B Kieselstein Cord and makers mark Approxi...
18k Gold
Barry Kieselstein 0.6 Carat Diamond Toggle Large Link Bracelet 18 Karat In Stock
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in Boca Raton, FL
This unique and large solid link bracelet is perfect for anyone looking to make a statement. This bracelet truly stands out thanks to its carved crystal station and diamond set toggl...
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Kieselstein-Cord Sterling Silver Link Alligator Vintage Bracelet, circa 1995
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in Aspen, CO
Barry Kieselstein-Cord sterling silver alligator link bracelet, c 1995. While the alligator is a recurring motif, this bracelet is an unusual because of the link chain - usually one...
Sterling Silver
Kieselstein-Cord Sterling Silver Link Alligator Vintage Bracelet, circa 1995
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in Aspen, CO
Barry Kieselstein-Cord sterling silver alligator link bracelet, c 1995. While the alligator is a recurring motif, this bracelet is an unusual because of the link chain - usually one...
Sterling Silver
Sold
H 3 in W 3 in D 1 in
Barry Kielselstein Cord Signed Sterling Silver, Black Leather Sun Motif Bracelet
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in North Miami, FL
This vintage chic Barry Kielselstein Cord bracelet has black braided leather with sterling silver emblem of the sun and sterling silver hardware. It is signed B Kieselstein -Cord 199...
Sterling Silver
Kieselstein-Cord 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Diamond Bracelet 62.2 Grams 2001
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in New York, NY
Stamped B. KIESELSTEIN-CORD 18K 2001, this bracelet features sold gold links & 3 diamond links weighing approximately 0.36 carats, 62.2 Grams.
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Kieselstein-Cord 18 Karat Green Gold Link Bracelet
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in New York, NY
An 18 karat green gold bracelet, Barry Kieselstein-Cord. The “Country Link” bracelet formed of a graduated cable chain completed by a toggle clasp...
Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage Kieselstein Cord 18 Karat Gold Link Bracelet
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
One Vintage Kieselstein Cord 18 Karat Gold Link Bracelet. Crafted in 18 karat white gold, signed Kieselstein Cord with purity marks. Circa 1980s. The bracelet measures 7 1/2 inches i...
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Kieselstein-Cord 18 Karat Gold Greek Column Link Bracelet
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in New York City, NY
Fine 18k gold link bracelet by Kieselstein-Cord. This bracelet features a Greek column design on each link . Total weight a substantial 120.5 grams, total length over 7.5 inches. ...
18k Gold, Gold
Kieselstein-Cord Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Toggle Link Bracelet
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in New York City, NY
Fine diamond and 18k white gold toggle link bracelet by Kieselstein-Cord. This bracelet features a stylish diamond encrusted toggle closure. Total weight 91.2grams. Hallmarks: Kie...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Barry Kieselstein-Cord 18 Karat Column Bracelet Gold
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a striking signature Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1980 Column solid gold 18K gold vintage bracelet. This highly collectible bracelet has a ...
18k Gold
Sold
W 1.38 in D 0.5 in L 7.25 in
Kieselstein-Cord Rutilated Quartz Sterling Silver Link Bracelet and Earrings
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Barry Kieselstein-Cord oval rutilated quartz charm on sterling silver oval link chain bracelet and hinged clip closure. The matching earrings feature an oval sterling silver piece wi...
Quartz, Sterling Silver
Kieselstein Cord Golden Link Bracelet
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Attractive and substantial, this bracelet measures a generous 8 inches long and is finished with a single safety. Each oval link is hallmarked on the back side and connected by a gol...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Barry Kieselstein-Cord Garnet Intaglio Chain Link Gold Bracelet
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful And Classic Chain Link Bracelet The bracelet is 18K Yellow Gold The bracelet is by Barry Kieselstein-Cord It has oval Intaglio Woman Motif The...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Barry Kieselstein-Cord Sterling Chain Link Gator Head Bracelet & Peridot Stone
By Barry Kieselstein-Cord 1
Located in New York, NY
Barry Kieselstein-Cord Sterling Chain Link Gator Head Bracelet With Peridot Stone Made In: U.S.A Year of Production: 1999 Color: Silver, green Materials: ...
Peridot, Sterling Silver