In 1919, Mario Buccellati (1891–1965) launched his eponymous jewelry house with the opening of his first shop in Milan and quickly built a reputation for his richly embellished traforato, or finely pierced goldwork. The Ancona, Italy–born jeweler’s workmanship was in a class of its own. His pieces were exquisite, yet the gemstones themselves were never too flashy, elevated instead by the designs’ intricate metalsmithing.
A love of tradition set Mario and his fine jewelry house apart in the competitive Italian market and remains a point of pride for the family, which is still closely tied to the business even as it is now owned by Richemont, a luxury conglomerate that also counts Cartier and Van Cleef & Arpels among its subsidiaries.
A young Mario Buccellati apprenticed with famed goldsmith Beltrami e Besnati in the early 1900s, although many of the goldsmithing techniques synonymous with Buccellati go as far back as the Italian Renaissance. The family lineage is also said to include 18th-century jeweler Contardo Buccellati.
Owing to the founder’s advanced metalworking skills, the brand is known for designs that feature metal with the delicacy of lace and draw on the wonders of the natural world. The house’s work is typified by intricate gemstone settings that emphasize their natural color and dense engraving techniques that transform the texture of gold.
One of the time-honored engraving techniques that has come to characterize Buccellati’s work — techniques that require apprenticeships and training in the fine jeweler’s workshops — is called rigato. It involves the engraving of a precious metal with a series of parallel lines to achieve a fabric-like effect.
Rigato is on luminous display in the house’s Macri collection of earrings, cuff bracelets and other accessories. A painstaking attention to detail is pronounced in the celebrated Macri, Bartolomeo and Unica collections — witness the striking honeycomb motif, a house signature, that characterizes the Unica collection’s Caterina bracelet, for example.
The Macri collection was the work of Mario’s son, Gianmaria Buccellati, an award-winning jeweler and internationally renowned silversmith who worked to bring the brand to the global stage by overseeing the opening of boutiques in Tokyo, Paris, California and elsewhere.
In 1951, Mario opened his first store in New York City; today the company operates boutiques worldwide. In 2019, the company celebrated its centennial with a new flagship in Paris and the Vintage collection, which features some of its most enduring designs.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of authentic Buccellati jewelry, including earrings, necklaces, rings and other accessories.
18kt yellow & white gold Bracelet Buccellati
By Buccellati
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Inspired by the jewels of ancient Rome, the elegant Étoilée Gold collection combines white and yellow gold. These classic creations are adorned with fine engravings creating a sublim...
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Buccellati 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bracelet Circa 1970
By Buccellati
Located in London, GB
A vintage Buccellati 18 karat yellow gold bracelet, circa 1970. A finely crafted 18 karat yellow gold bracelet comprised of 3 rows of flat chevron links and finished with a conceale...
Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
$28,331
W 0.86 in D 0.14 in L 7.08 in
Georges L'Enfant 18K Yellow Gold Guilloché Bracelet, Paris Circa 1970
By Georges L'Enfant
Located in Malmö, Skåne län
Bracelet by Georges Lenfant, Paris circa 1970 Milanese fabric bracelet in 18K (750/1000) yellow gold with guilloché pattern. The bracelet fastens with a concealed clasp and safety ...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rubies, Diamonds, 18 Karat White and Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Napoli, Campania
Elegant bracelet in 18 karat white and yellow gold mounted with diamonds and rubies. This bracelet was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and it is in perfect conditions. ...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Diamonds, 18 Karat Yellow Gold Retrò Bracelet
Located in Napoli, Campania
Elegant retrò bracelet in 18 kt yellow gold structure mounted with diamonds. This bracelet was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and it is in perfect conditions. Diamonds...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18 Karat Yellow Gold and Enamel Vintage Chain Bracelet
Located in Napoli, Campania
Vintage bracelet in 18k yellow gold and enamel blue. The origin of this bracelet goes back to the 1960s, it was totally handmade by Italian master goldsmiths and it is in perfect con...
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Circa 1970 14 Karat Yellow Gold and Diamond Spray Wide Flexible Bracelet
Located in Wheaton, IL
Beautiful Circa 1970 14k yellow gold and diamond spray wide flexible bracelet - sculpted floral leaf yellow gold diamond clasp set with three small round diamonds - wide heavy 14k yellow gold braided...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970's 14k Yellow Gold Nugget Bracelet
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1970's 14K Yellow Gold Nugget Bracelet - The bracelet measures .25 inches wide and 7.25 inches long. It has a plunger clasp with a figure ...
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1950s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Articulated Mesh Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bracelet in 18 karat yellow gold. Supple, this splendid retro bracelet is adorned with a rectangle mesh embroidered with circles connected by triple rings. The clasp is ratchet clasp with safety chain. Length : 19 cm, inner circumference : about 17 cm, width : 17 mm. Total weight of the jewel : 32.8 g approximately. Authentic antique jewelry - Work of the 1950s. Our opinion : The ajours of this retro yellow gold...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s 18 Karat Yellow Gold Openwork Retro Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bracelet in 18 karat yellow gold, Mercury hallmark. This beautiful retro bracelet consists of 10 rectangular patterns reperced of plant and geometric patterns. The clasp is ratchet in the link of the end with safety "8". Length : 18.5 cm, width : 18 mm, thickness : 5.7 mm, inner circumference : 17.5 cm. Total weight of the jewel : 37,6 g approximately. Authentic antique jewelry - Work of the 1960s. Our opinion : A retro jewel in gold...
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Retro 18 Karat Yellow Gold Scale Diamond Buckle Bracelet
Located in Bay Harbor Islands, FL
This 1940s Retro Diamond Buckle Bracelet is a spectacular example of bold mid-century design combined with luxurious craftsmanship. Craf...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$27,590Sale Price|20% Off
Kutchinsky for Jaeger Le-Coultre 18kt gold bracelet watch
By Kutchinsky
Located in Braintree, GB
This exquisite 18kt gold diamond and ruby cocktail watch, created by Jaeger-LeCoultre for Kutchinsky, features a stunning woven jarretière bracelet. At the centre, a buckle-shaped m...
Gold, 18k Gold
$22,648Sale Price / item|20% Off
W 0.63 in L 7 in
18kt Solid White Gold Bold Diamond and Emerald Studded Bold Bracelet
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Emerald Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 18K gold showcases 25 endlessly sparkling natural emerald, weighing 12.61 carat and diamonds weighing 9.55 carat. It measures 7 inches long in...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950s Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Belt Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bracelet in 18 karat yellow gold. Sublime vintage yellow gold bracelet. It is supple and forms a belt of articulated wave motifs. Some links are pierced to accommodate the clasp, whi...
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Buccellati 18 karat yellow gold Torsade bracelet with diamonds
By Buccellati
Located in Amsterdam, NL
Launched by Mario Buccellati in 1919, Milan-based Buccellati is lauded for its exquisitely textured jewelry. Each Buccellati piece is designed by Mario’s son and grandson—Gianmaria a...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Buccellati Emerald Diamond 18K Gold Rigato Cuff Bracelet
By Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
This vintage Buccellati Emerald and Diamond Cuff Bracelet is a stunning piece crafted in 18K gold circa 1950's, showcasing the house’s signature Rigato engraving technique, which cre...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage Buccellati 1970s 18K Gold Grape Leaf Link Statement Bracelet
By Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
This 1960's Buccellati vintage grape leaf bracelet is a striking blend of natural inspiration and masterful craftsmanship. Crafted in 18-karat yellow gold, this piece showcases Bucc...
18k Gold
Vintage Buccellati 18K Gold Satin Torsade Wide Bracelet
By Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
This Buccellati bracelet is a must-have. Buccellati is famous for its exquisite textured jewelry and workmanship. It is handcrafted using traditional B...
18k Gold
Buccellati Vintage Large Diamond 18k Gold Silver Flower Flex Link Bracelet
By Buccellati
Located in Miami, FL
Exceed your expectation, with an antique Royal look! This Expertly Executed Vintage 1950s Buccellati Diamond Bracelet with an approx tota...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver
18 Karat Rose and White Gold Ruby and Diamond Bracelet by Buccellati, 1940s
By Buccellati
Located in Zurich, CH
Exquisite 18 karat rose and white gold ruby and diamond retro bracelet by famous Italian Jeweler Buccellati, circa 1940s. Designed as a satin-finish rose gold bracelet with honeycom...
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
Mario Buccellati, Diamonds, 18 Karat Yellow and White Gold Bracelet
By Buccellati
Located in Napoli, Campania
shipping policy: No additional costs will be added to this order. Shipping costs will be totally covered by the seller (customs duties included). Buyer will be in charge of these c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Buccellati Gold Herringbone Large Link Bracelet
By Buccellati
Located in Greenwich, CT
With a eye-catching front and back herringbone pattern and long and lean flexible links, this handmade 1970's Buccellati 18 karat honeyed yellow gold bracelet is total sophistication...
Gold, 18k Gold
Buccellati Gold Cabochon Ruby Bracelet
By Buccellati
Located in New York, NY
A Gold and Cabochon Ruby Cuff Bangle Bracelet by Buccellati. 18 kt yellow gold, fashioned of overlapping textured leaves tipped by 30 round cabochon rubies, signed Buccellati, Italy,...
Ruby, Gold
Buccellati Snake Bracelet
By Buccellati
Located in New Orleans, LA
This two-tone 18K yellow and white gold bracelet by the celebrated Italian designer Buccellati is crafted in a stunning serpentine design that beautifully wraps around the wrist. Founded in 1919, the Buccellati jewelry...
18k Gold
Buccellati 4.16 Carat Emerald Yellow Rose Gold Cuff Bracelet
By Buccellati
Located in Stamford, CT
1940's emerald Cuff Bracelet in 18k yellow and rose gold by Buccellati. 39 Round emeralds 4.16cts. Authenticated and appraised by Buccellati . Marked Buccellati taly 750. 39 round...
Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold
Buccellati Gold Twist Link Bracelet
By Buccellati
Located in San Francisco, CA
Vintage Buccellati Twist Link Rope Bracelet in 18Kt Yellow Gold from the Retro Period. The top side of the bracelet is detailed with a matte texture finish...
18k Gold