Estate Hermes Charm Bracelet in 18K Rose Gold
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Estate Hermes charm bracelet. Handmade in 18k rose gold. Length is 6.25". Retails for $4000 plus
21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets
Rose Gold
Estate Hermes Charm Bracelet in 18K Rose Gold
By Hermès
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Estate Hermes charm bracelet. Handmade in 18k rose gold. Length is 6.25". Retails for $4000 plus
Rose Gold
Vintage 1980s Hermes Nautical Flags Charm Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18K yellow gold with enamel charms representing nautical flags which spell out
18k Gold, Enamel
Hermes Diamond Signature Iconic Bag Charms Rose Gold Link Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Rose Gold Diamond Signature Iconic Hanging Bag Charms Link Bracelet by Hermes. Includes a
Diamond
Hermes Paris Vintage Sterling Silver Nautical Charm Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Greenwich, CT
It will always be 'smooth sailing' when wearing this incredible vintage Hermes Paris four charm
Sterling Silver
Hermès Silver Gold Bracelet Equestrian Charms Horse Ridding Texas
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Exceptional Authentic Hermès Bracelet This bracelet is among the rarest and most beautiful 3
Vermeil, Silver, Gold
Hermès Silver Bracelet Keyhole Shaped Links Key Charm Clasp
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Exceptional and Lovely Authentic Hermès Bracelet 10 keyhole shaped links, heart shaped key clasp
Silver
$841
H 0.91 in W 0.26 in L 0.44 in
Hermès Birkin Bag Pendant for Necklace Bracelet or Charm in Silver RARE
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Adorable Authentic Hermès Pendant "Birkin" Bag shaped Can be hung by the handles of the bag or by
Sterling Silver
Vintage Hermès "Charmes" Silver 925 Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Milan, IT
Lovely mobile Hermés silver 925 Charmes bracelet,composed of an elegant twisted half-articulated
Silver
Hermes Gold Six Charm Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in New York City, NY
Stylish 18K yellow gold charm bracelet by Hermes. The bracelet features six fully signed Hermes
18k Gold
Hermes Hunting Charm Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Southampton, PA
beauty, this nifty bracelet from Hermès is made of exquisitely crafted 18K yellow gold to offer immense
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
HERMES 18K Gold 7-Charm Toggle Link Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in New York City, NY
Very fine & rare 18" gold 7-charm bracelet by Hermes. Each charm featured in this bracelet is a
18k Gold
Hermes Enamel Equestrian Charm Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold Enamel Equestrian Charm Link Bracelet by Hermes. Includes a total of 5 Hermes
18k Gold
Hermes 4 Hanging Bag Charm Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold 4 Hanging Bag Charm Link Bracelet by Hermes. Includes a total of 4 Hermes bag
18k Gold
Hermes Diamond Signature Iconic Bag Charms Rose Gold Link Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Rose Gold Diamond Signature Iconic Hanging Bag Charms Link Bracelet by Hermes. Includes a
Diamond, Rose Gold
Hermes La Ronde Des Sacs 2 Bags Charms Gold Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Extremey RARE and Beautiful Authentic Hermes Bracelet Made in France in 1997 Called: "La Ronde
18k Gold
Hermès 'amulet' bracelet
By Hermès
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
HERMÈS - 925 Sterling silver bracelet with 7 charms representing the House of Hermès' symbols
Hermès Raji Horn Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This authentic Hermès Raji Horn Bracelet is in excellent condition. Neutral colored lacquered
Hermes 5 Bags Amulette Bracelet Medium Model Sterling Silver
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Guaranteed authentic Sterling Silver Hermes 5 Bags Amulette bracelet. Medium model playfully
Sterling Silver
Gaétan de Percin (att. to HERMES) Silver bracelet and equestrian charms
Located in PARIS, FR
Silver bracelet with alternating round and rectangular gadrooned links holding several medals on
Silver
Sold
W 0.78 in D 1.16 in L 7.15 in
HERMES Paris 1970 By Georges L'Enfant Five-Charms Bracelet Rich 18Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Charms bracelet designed by Georges L'Enfant for Hermes Paris. This is a very rare equestrian
Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel, 18k Gold
Hermes Paris Vintage Sterling Silver Nautical Charm Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Greenwich, CT
It will always be 'smooth sailing' when wearing this incredible vintage Hermes Paris four charm
Sterling Silver
Hermes Tourbillon de Couleurs Mors A Jouet Charm Bracelet Necklace
By Hermès
Located in Rome, Rome
Hermès "Tourbillon de Couleurs - Mors à Jouet" Necklace.The necklace is part of Hermès' Tourbillon
Hermes Heavy Link Toggle With Two Hanging Bag Charms Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Southampton, PA
18k Yellow Gold 2 Hanging Bag Charms Link Bracelet by Hermes. Includes a total of 2 Hermes bag
Yellow Gold
Hermes Kelly H Lock Cadena Charm Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
An authentic pre-owned Hermes Kelly H Lock Cadena Charm Bracelet. Please note: Item descriptions
Stainless Steel
Authentic and Very Rare Signed Hermes Equestrian Enamel Charm Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Addlestone, GB
Very Rare Hermes Charm bracelet: 18ct Yellow Gold Enamel Equestrian Charm Link Bracelet by Hermes
18k Gold, Enamel
Hermès Sterling Silver Charm Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Palm Beach, FL
Hermès Sterling Silver Charm Bracelet- Excellent Condition Adorned with five iconic Hermès bag
Hermes Vintage Sterling Silver Iconic Bags Charm Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Vintage Sterling Silver Iconic Bags Charm Bracelet Materials: Sterling silver Hallmarks
Sterling Silver
HERMÈS ATTRIBUTED Rare Horse Equine Silver Charm Bracelet C.1950
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
' themed charm bracelet. 5 different silver charm including riding whip, stirrup, boot. “GP Cross” silver
Silver
Hermes Gold Toggle Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Southampton, PA
Featuring a classically designed chain with a toggle clasp, this subtle 18K yellow gold bracelet
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hermes Vintage Sterling Silver Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in West Hollywood, CA
Hermes vintage sterling silver toggle bracelet with key charm, small size L 7", comes with original
Hermes Vintage '99 Orange & Gold Pegasus Cadena Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Vintage '99 Orange & Gold Pegasus Cadena Bracelet Made In: Switzerland Year of
Hermes Birkin Amulette Diamond Bracelet in 18K Rose Gold
By Hermès
Located in Dallas, TX
Stylish Hermes Birkin Amulette diamond bracelet in 18 karat gold. This delicate chain bracelet is
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Gaétan de Percin (att. to HERMES) Silver bracelet and equestrian charms
Located in PARIS, FR
Silver bracelet with alternating round and rectangular gadrooned links holding several medals on
Silver
Hermes: Rare Vintage Bracelet in Woven Mesh and Medals in Silver and Vermeil
By Hermès
Located in PARIS, FR
Partially vermeiled silver bracelet featuring three braided chains enhanced by three ski-themed
Vermeil, Silver
Hermès Gilt-Metal 'Kelly' Charm Bracelet-Watch, Signed Hermes
By Hermès
Located in Manhasset, NY
Hermès Gilt-Metal 'Kelly' Charm Bracelet-Watch Quartz, padlock charm with rectangular numberless
Gilt Metal
Hermes Paris Vintage Sterling Silver Nautical Charm Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Greenwich, CT
It will always be 'plain sailing' when wearing this incredible vintage Hermes Paris four charm
Sterling Silver
Hermès Stirrups Charms Bracelet Equestrian Theme Silver Texas Rodeo Horse
By Hermès
Located in Corcoué Sur Logne, Loire-Atlantique
Rare opportunity to get a stunning and gorgeous authentic Hermès Bracelet Matching brooch for sale
Silver
Hermès Constance Amulette Bracelet, Small Model
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Authentic Hermès Constance Amulette bracelet crafted in 18 karat rose gold. The bracelet features a
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Hermès 'Finesse' White Gold Diamond Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Authentic Hermès 'Finesse' bracelet crafted in 18 karat white gold and set with approximately 0.55
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Hermes Hanging Bag Charm Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Sunny Isles Beach, FL
Hermes hanging bag charm bracelet in 18K gold. Bracelet and (4) Charms, all signed Hermes Paris
18k Gold
Hermes 18 Carat Yellow Gold Handbag Charm Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in London, GB
Hermes 18 Carat Yellow Gold Handbag Charm Bracelet. Adorned with 4 different matching Hermes
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Hermes Birkin Charm Bracelet in Sterling Silver and Gold
By Hermès
Located in Westhampton Beach, NY
Rare Hermes Sterling Silver 4 Handbag Charm Bracelet with Gold Detail Toggle Closure Original
18k Gold, Silver
1950s Hermes Paris Equestrian Five-Charm Black Enamel Gold Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Paris Equestrian And Musical Motif 18kt Gold Charm Bracelet Consisting Of Alternating
18k Gold
Hermes Finesse Diamond 18k White Gold Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
A diamond-studded toggle clasp becomes the centerpiece of this Hermes Finesse bracelet. Created in
Hermes Kelly Double Tour Red Leather Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Authentic Hermes Kelly Double Tour Bracelet in red leather. Size: S Made in: France Size: 14.2 x 0
Hermes Black Gold Cuff Bracelet in Box
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
circumference ~6.5" Includes original Hermes box Shop Newfound Luxury for authentic Hermes cuff bracelets
Hermes Kelly Clochette Diamonds 18k Rose Gold Small Model Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Hermes bracelet exudes elegance and luxury. Crafted with exquisite precision, this bracelet
Hermes Clic H White Enamel Palladium Plated Narrow Bracelet PM
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Ace the accessory game when you adorn your wrist with this stunner of a bracelet from Hermes. The
Hermes Black Double Gold Men's Women's Evening Cuff Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
Leather Gold tone hardware Peg in hole closure Made in France Width 1" Inside Circumference ~6.5" 100% authenticity guaranteed NEWFOUND LUXURY is the premier luxury fashion dealer o...
Gold
Hermes Brown Leather x Silver Tone Hook Double Wrap Jumbo Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
Hermes long leather Jumbo bracelet. Hermes is engraved on the hook. It is very stylish and great
Hermes Kelly Chaine Diamonds 18k Rose Gold Small Model Bracelet SH
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Kelly is a name synonymous with Hermes. It is a symbol of their wondrous dedication to
Hermes Api III Black Leather Silver Tone H Logo Long Wrap Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
This is Hermes Api III black leather long wrap bracelet with silver tone. Hermes Paris is engraved
Hermes Api III Black Leather Silver Tone H Logo Long Wrap Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Fukuoka, Kyushu
This is Hermes Api III black leather long wrap bracelet with silver tone. Hermes Paris is engraved
Hermes Gold Sellier 'HERMES PARIS' Medallion Coin Chain Link Cuff Charm Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Hermes Gold Sellier 'HERMES PARIS' Medallion Coin Chain Charm Link Cuff Charm
Hermes Gold Sellier 'HERMES PARIS' Medallion Coin Chain Link Cuff Charm Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
CURATOR'S NOTES Hermes Gold Sellier 'HERMES PARIS' Medallion Coin Chain Link Cuff Charm Bracelet
Hermes Black Lizard Kelly Cadena Cuff Bracelet with Gold Pegasus Charm
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Black Lizard Kelly Cadena Cuff Bracelet with Gold Pegasus Charm. This bracelet is made of
Hermes Cognac Leather Gold Buckle Charm Men's Women's Evening Cuff Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
Hermes Cognac Leather Gold Buckle Charm Men's Women's Evening Cuff Bracelet Leather Gold tone
RARE Vintage Hermès Bracelet Horse Charms Gold plated
By Hermès
Located in VERGT, FR
Bracelet open with charms Hermes Jewelery in gold plated Bijouterie Fantaisie Hermès Paris
Gold Plate
Hermes Leather Palladium Charm Men's Women's Cuff Bracelet in Box
By Hermès
Located in Chicago, IL
Hermes Leather Palladium Charm Men's Women's Cuff Bracelet in Box Leather Palladium tone hardware
SO CUTE HERMES Vintage Birkin Charm Silver Chaine d'Ancre Bracelet Silver 925
By Hermès
Located in VERGT, FR
Hermès Birkin Charm Bracelet Chaine d'ancre and charm Charm : W 1.0 x H 1.4 cm Silver / Ag 925
Sterling Silver
Hermes Clic Clac H White Enamel Gold Plated Narrow Bracelet PM
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Ace the accessory game when you adorn your wrist with this stunner of a bracelet from Hermes. The
Hermes Cadena Heart Charm Leather Double Tour Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
Designed in brown leather, this Double Tour bracelet is a classic from the house of Hermes. This
Hermes Gold Barenia Leather Bracelet with Gold Pegasus Charm
By Hermès
Located in New York, NY
Hermes Barenia leather bracelet with gold pegasus charm. The bracelet is made of Barenia leather
Sold
W 0.28 in L 7.49 in
Hermes Kelly H Lock Cadena Charm Brown Leather Palladium Plated Bangle Bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Dubai, Al Qouz 2
The Kelly is a name synonymous with Hermes. It is a symbol of their wondrous dedication to
Palladium
Tom Ford for Gucci S/S 2002 Iconic Bamboo Heel Leather Sandals US 9.5 It - 39.5
By Gucci, Tom Ford for Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Tom Ford for Gucci Iconic Bamboo High Heel Sandals Spring-Summer 2002 collection US size 9.5 B - Italian 39.5 B Dark brown leather, braided cord that wraps and ties, leather sole & ...
Hermes Anate Fringe Birkin 35 Black Evergrain Handbag
By Hermès
Located in London, England
Hermes Birkin 35 Anate Fringe in Black Evergrain Leather is a masterpiece of luxury and craftsmanship, combines the iconic silhouette of the Birkin with a contemporary twist, making ...
CHANEL black leather 2022 22C DUBAI BEECHWOOD VANITY Shoulder Bag
By Chanel
Located in Zürich, CH
100% authentic Chanel Small Vanity bag in beige beechwood with black leather trims and antique gold-tone hardware. Rare limited edition. Opens with a logo clasp closure and is lined ...
Chanel Mini Coco Charms Flap Bag Black
By Chanel
Located in London, GB
*Mini flap bag *Black *Lambskin leather *Gold-tone hardware *Charm detailing with Coco Chanel motifs *Diamond quilting *Signature interlocking CC logo *Turn-lock fastening *Main comp...
2004 Christian Dior Galliano D’Trick Red Leather Leopard Pointed Kitten Heels
By John Galliano for Christian Dior, Christian Dior
Located in Sheffield, GB
2004 Christian Dior by John Galliano D’Trick Red Leather & Leopard Pointed Court Shoe Heels, named in homage to Marlene Dietrich featuring perforated leather, Chrome ‘D’ Buckles and...
John Galliano for Christian Dior S/S 2009 Silk Halter Dress
By Christian Dior, John Galliano
Located in Water Mill, NY
A gorgeous rich purple silk halter dress by John Galliano for Christian Dior. It is fitted through the bodice with a stunning intricately detailed ruffle trimmed plunge halter neckli...
$952Sale Price|20% Off
Gucci Tom Ford Era 2004 Velvet GG Monogram Heels
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Melbourne, VIC
prémode store presents Gucci Tom Ford Era 2004 Velvet GG Monogram Heels These exquisite heels are what vintage shoe dreams are made of. This rare collectable style features the icon...
$13,527
H 0.87 in W 0.87 in Dm 0.87 in
Chanel 1989 Montre Mademoiselle 16 cm Yellow Gold Pearls bracelet Watch M
By Chanel
Located in PARIS, FR
Chanel Mademoiselle model watch, square yellow gold case, quartz movement, white background with Roman numeral indexes, crown with a small half pearl, yellow gold and pearl bracelet,...
Pearl, Yellow Gold
Hermes Kelly 25 Retourne Bag Vert d'Eau Matte Alligator with Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers an Hermes Kelly 25 Retourne bag featured in sublime Vert d'Eau Matte Alligator. Timeless and chic, this gorgeous Kelly bag only grows more beautiful as it ages, sho...
$6,920
H 3.1 in W 3.9 in L 0.8 in
Chanel Waist Classic Flap Rare Vintage 90s Limited Edition Micro Mini Bronze Bag
By Chanel
Located in Miami, FL
Chanel Rare Vintage 90's Limited Edition Micro Mini Classic Flap Bag 1991 {VINTAGE 33 Years} Gold Hardware Bronze quilted lambskin leather CC Turnlock Leather lined interior 3.9" W ...
$10,759
Size: 42 I (Vintage)
DOLCE & GABBANA Fall 1991 Runway Multicoloured Crystal-Embellished Mini Skirt
By Dolce & Gabbana
Located in Munich, DE
"You can not beat Dolce & Gabbana early '90s, especially these [crystal-embellished] looks", said Kim Kardashian when presenting the Kim x Dolce & Gabbana collection for Spring/Summe...
GUCCI Limited Edition Exotic Lizard Satin Flora Print Horsebit Bag Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
RARE GUCCI FLORAL FLORA PRINT SIGNATURE HORSEBIT BAG DETAILS: A GUCCI signature piece that will last you for many years Timeless classic - a true beauty! Loved by many celebritie...
$18,746Sale Price|25% Off
Museum Tom Ford for Gucci Runway F/W 1999 2 in 1 Fur Coat Jacket
By Tom Ford for Gucci, Gucci
Located in Montgomery, TX
Museum Tom Ford for Gucci 2 in 1 Fur Coat Jacket F/W 1999 Runway Collection Coat can be converted to jacket in few seconds because of snap buttons along the waist - Brilliant Tom For...
Fendi Baguette Black Swan Feather-like Sequins Beaded Shoulder Bag
By Fendi
Located in AUBERVILLIERS, FR
Fendi Baguette Black Swan Feather-like Sequins Beaded Shoulder Bag These are professional photos of the actual bag. Discover another classic vintage Fendi baguette with rare feathe...
Hermes Kelly 20 Mini Sellier Rose Scheherazade Alligator Bag Palladium Hardware
By Hermès
Located in Miami, FL
Mightychic offers a Limited Edition Hermes Kelly 20 Sellier bag featured in stunning Rose Scheherazade alligator. Accentuated with crisp with palladium hardware. Timeless and highly ...
$3,999Sale Price|20% Off
GUCCI Unworn Black Exotic Ostrich Skin Horsebit Flap Bag Clutch
By Gucci
Located in Switzerland, CH
Beautiful Black Gucci Flap Bag A timeless Gucci piece Signature horsebit detail Luxurious black ostrich skin Fully lined with suede skin One inner pocket Mat-golden hardware Detacha...
For Hermès, what began as a maker of leather equestrian goods for European noblemen would eventually grow into one of the most storied fashion labels in the world. In 1837, German-born French entrepreneur Thierry Hermès opened a saddle and harness purveyor in Paris. Gradually, the house extended into accessories and luggage for its riders, and today, in paying homage to its origins, the family-run luxury brand resurfaces horse motifs in everything from clothing and modernist jewelry to pillows and handbags.
The first top-handled bag ever produced by Hermès was the Haut à courroies, which made its debut in 1892. A tall bag secured with a folded leather flap (fastened with bridle-inspired straps), it was designed to transport riding boots and a harness.
As the world made the switch from horse to automobile, the bag adapted, becoming a multifunctional travel satchel instead of a designated saddlebag. Today, 120 years later, the HAC remains in Hermès’s line — and its distinctive flap and clasping straps have laid the groundwork for some of the house’s other iconic bags.
In the 1930s, Robert Dumas (son-in-law to Émile-Maurice Hermès, Thierry’s grandson) designed a smaller, trapezoidal take on the flap bag with a handle and two side straps. Later, actress Grace Kelly, then engaged to Prince Rainier of Monaco, is said to have used one of these bags to conceal her pregnancy during the 1950s. Because she was photographed constantly, the coverage catapulted her handbag to international popularity.
In 1977, Hermès officially renamed the model for her, and the Kelly bag was born. Each Kelly bag takes between 18 and 25 hours to produce, and its 680 hand stitches owe solely to one Hermès artisan.
Robert Dumas was also responsible for another one of the brand’s most iconic offerings: the launch of its first silk scarf on the occasion of Hermès’s 100th anniversary in 1937. Based on a woodblock designed by Dumas and printed on Chinese silk, the accessory was an immediate hit.
Today, vintage Hermès scarves, typically adorned in rich colors and elaborate patterns, serve many functions, just as they did back then. Well-heeled women wear it on their heads, around their necks and, in a genius piece of cross-promotion, tied to the straps of their Hermès bags. Kelly even once used one as a sling for her broken arm.
In 1981, Robert Dumas’s son Jean-Louis Dumas, then Hermès chairman, found himself sitting next to French actress and musician Jane Birkin on a plane, where she was complaining about finding a suitable carryall for the necessary accoutrements of motherhood. After the two travelers were properly introduced, Birkin helped design Jean-Louis’s most famous contribution to the Hermès canon: the Birkin bag, a roomy, square catchall with the HAC’s trademark leather flap top and the addition of a lock and key.
Owing to the brand’s legendary commitment to deft, handcrafted construction, the Birkin is an investment that is coveted by collectors everywhere.
While the Kelly and Birkin may be standouts, gracing the arms of everyone from royal heiresses to hip-hop stars in the past few decades, the handbags are but a small part of Hermès’s fashion offerings.
Since the 1920s, the brand has produced some of the most desirable leather goods in the world. There’s the Constance bag, a favorite of Jacqueline Kennedy, the recently relaunched 1970s-era Evelyne and, on the vintage market, a slew of designs dating back to the 1920s.
Good design never goes out of style. Find a variety of vintage Hermès handbags, day dresses, shoes and more on 1stDibs.
Today, antique and vintage bracelets are versatile and universally loved accessories that can add polish and pizzazz to any ensemble.
Bracelets were among the jewels discovered to have been buried with Pharaoh Tutankhamun when his tomb was unearthed in 1922, and wrist and arm bracelets were allegedly worn by Queen Puabi in Sumer, southern Mesopotamia. But preceding the adornments of Ancient Egypt and elsewhere, the people of prehistoric times likely wore the decorative accessory, fashioning it from shells and fish bones. When the Bronze Age allowed for more durable materials and semiprecious stones to be incorporated into jewelry, bracelets became a treasured symbol of wealth.
In the thousands of years following the debut of the world’s first bracelets, the artistry behind this common accessory has only broadened, with designers at popular jewelry houses growing more venturesome over time. David Webb looked to nature for his Animal Kingdom bracelets, and for her best-selling bracelets and more at Tiffany & Co., Elsa Peretti would frequently do the same. From bangles to tennis bracelets, the modern age offers plenty of options.
Internationally acclaimed bracelet designs have on occasion become powerful symbols of status, style and, in the case of Cartier's iconic design, love. The Cartier Love bracelet can be found on the wish list of most jewelry lovers and on the wrist of some of the world’s biggest stars. Its arrangement of mock screwheads and distinctive functionality — it was initially locked and unlocked with an accompanying vermeil screwdriver — is an enduring expression of loyalty, unity and romance. (Do you know how to spot a fake Cartier Love bracelet?)
While the Love bracelet has played a role in the skyrocketing popularity of cuff-style bracelets, they are far from the only glamorous option for collectors. Make a statement with an Art Deco design, a style that sees all kinds of iterations fitted with studded cuffs, one-of-a-kind shapes and dazzling insets. A chunky vintage gold bracelet in the Retro style will prove eye-catching and elevate any outfit.
One of the best things about bracelets, however, is that you never have to choose just one. Style icon Jacqueline Kennedy stacked her Croisillon bracelets — designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany & Co. — with such frequency that the ornate bangles were eventually dubbed “Jackie bracelets” by reporters. Contemporary silver pieces can easily complement each other, rendering a layering of luxury almost a necessity.
Find a diverse collection of bracelets that you can sort by style, stone cut and more on 1stDibs.