Legendary Spanish jewelry house Carrera y Carrera is based in Madrid but its sculptural and wholly distinctive pieces are known all over the world. Devotees of the company’s luxurious rings, necklaces, bracelets and other adornments have included royalty and a range of high-profile pop culture figures, and its artisans’ expertise in jewelry design spans a history of more than 130 years.
The origins of Carrera y Carrera can be traced to a small shop in 1885 founded by Madrid native Saturio Carrera. A student of lapidary — the practice of carving and shaping stones and minerals — Saturio established a modest jewelry business, and later, his son, José, who studied jewelry design in Paris, took up the family business and opened a new shop near the old center of Spain’s capital city. José passed the firm onto his nephews, and Carrera y Carrera garnered international acclaim when the Spanish royal family awarded them their first royal commission in 1960 to craft a bridal tiara to be presented to Doña Fabiola de Mora y Aragón on her wedding day. This tiara — the house’s most prestigious piece to date — raised Carrera y Carrera’s profile significantly.
During the 1970s, the luxury house first presented their designs at the epicenter of international jewelry, Baselworld. Carrera y Carrera became a household name for Americans of means thanks to a distribution partnership that landed its offerings in the Cellini boutique at New York City’s Waldorf Astoria. Celebrities such as Sofía Vergara, Jennifer Lopez and Madonna have all worn custom Carrera y Carrera jewels on the red carpet, and the brand’s work has been exhibited at the Armoury Chamber in the Kremlin. Each of the brand’s unique designs for watches and other jewelry — which frequently draw on animal forms, mythology and art — are still made by hand, just as its founder intended.
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Carrera y Carrera 18k Gold Hinged Giraffe Bangle w/ 0.10ct Diamonds 56.90 grams
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Features a Hinged bypass Bangle terminated by two giraffe heads, accented with full-cut diamonds on the horns, a textured mane, and high polish spots. Diamond Carat Weight: 0.10 cara...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
18K Gold and Emerald Bangle Bracelet, India
Located in Nantucket, MA
18K Gold bangle bracelet with faceted, round emeralds all around. Intricate wire work by highly skilled and talented Indian goldsmiths. Hinged for easy on and off. Clasp is a scre...
Emerald, 18k Gold
An 18k Gold Bulgari Celtaura Ribbed Bangle
By Bulgari
Located in Amsterdam, NL
A flexible, heavy 18-karat yellow gold bracelet with semi circular ribs all around that taper in size. Signed: Bulgari, model: Celtaura, Italy. weight: 86.55 g internal dimensions: ...
18k Gold
Judith Ripka Hinged Diamond Cuff Bracelet In 18k Yellow Gold.
By Judith Ripka
Located in New York, NY
Judith Ripka Hinged Diamond Cuff Bracelet In 18k Yellow Gold. The bracelet is accented with intricate geometric motifs featuring signature Judith Ripka textured finish: rope work, ca...
Diamond, Yellow Gold
An 18k Gold Cartier Bamboo Bangle with Diamonds
By Cartier
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18-karat yellow gold flexible clasp bracelet in the shape of a bamboo branch curved around the arm, consisting of nine segments; the three central segments are pavé-set with brill...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage Buccellati 18k Rigato Gold Diamond Bangle Bracelet
By Buccellati
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This elegant vintage Buccellati bangle bracelet embodies the house’s signature artistry and timeless sophistication. Handcrafted in 18k yellow gold, the bracelet features a rigato fi...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
An 18k Gold Cartier Bamboo Bangle with Diamond
By Cartier
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An 18-karat yellow gold flexible clasp bracelet in the shape of a bamboo branch curved around the arm, consisting of nine segments; the central segment is pavé-set with brilliant-cut...
Diamond, 18k Gold
Victorian Half-Pearl Hinged Bangle
Located in London, GB
A Victorian half-pearl hinged bangle, the front set with four rows of half pearls, the two central row of pearls measuring 3mm and the two outer rows of p...
Pearl, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Zig Zag Diamond And Black Enamel Bangle Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Zig Zag Diamond Motif Black Enamel Bangle Bracelet. This exquisite piece seamlessly blends modern design with timeless elegance,...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
18ct Yellow & White Gold Diamond Hinged Bangle 3.18ct 31g
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
An elegant diamond hinged bangle crafted in 18ct yellow and white gold, featuring a channel-set row of baguette cut diamonds complemented by round brilliant cut diamonds. The bangle ...
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Carrera y Carrera Emerald/ Diamond Bangle Bracelet in 18K Yellow Gold.
By Carrera y Carrera
Located in San Francisco, CA
LOVE! Carrera y Carrera are always a favorite of mine due to their high quality craftsmanship, and incredible unique design! You know a Carrera y Carrera before even seeing the signa...
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 18k Gold Ruby Hinged Bangle Bracelet Mid 20th century
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This mid 20th century 18k yellow gold ruby bracelet features a continuous row of oval faceted rubies set across a hinged bangle form. The stones show a pinkish red to purplish red to...
Ruby, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$6,259
W 2.25 in L 1.82 in
Antique bracelet with blue enamel, citrine and diamonds 18k gold 32.0 grams
Located in The Hague, ZH
18k yellow gold hinged bracelet with blue enamel and set citrine and rose-cut diamonds 0.20 ct – G/H – SI/P Detailed description The top of the bracelet is 2.2 cm wide by 1.2 cm hi...
Citrine, Diamond, 18k Gold, Enamel
$2,248Sale Price|20% Off
0.66 Carat Diamond Bangle Bracelet 18k White and Rose Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The 0.66 Carat Diamond Bangle Bracelet in 18K White and Rose Gold is a stunning piece of jewelry that seamlessly blends elegance and modern sophistication. This bracelet features a c...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
David Webb 18K Yellow Gold Zig Zag Diamond Bangle Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the David Webb Platinum & 18K Yellow Gold Zig Zag Diamond Motif White Enamel Bangle Bracelet. This exquisite piece seamlessly blends modern design with timeless elegance,...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
18K Yellow Gold Graff Diamond Hinge Bangle Bracelet
By Graff
Located in Seattle, WA
A unique twist on a classic gold bangle. Elevate any outfit from ordinary to spectacular with this bracelet, which features 1.6 carats of diamonds in rich, warm, 18k yellow gold. The...
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold