Fascination with the Jazz Age is endless, and even today jewelry designers continue to be inspired by authentic Art Deco jewelry and watches.
The Art Deco period, encompassing the 1920s and ’30s, ushered in a very distinct look in the design of jewelry. There were many influences on the jewelry of the era that actually began to take shape prior to the 1920s. In 1909, Serge Diaghilev brought the Ballet Russes to Paris, and women went wild for the company’s exotic and vibrant costumes It’s no wonder, then, that jade, lapis lazuli, coral, turquoise and other bright gemstones became all the rage. There already existed a fascination with the East, particularly China and Japan, and motifs consisting of fans and masks started to show up in Art Deco jewelry.
However, the event that had the greatest influence on Deco was the excavation of the tomb of King Tut in 1922. When the world saw what was hidden in Tut’s burial chamber, it sent just about everyone into a frenzy. Pierre Cartier wrote in 1923 that “the discovery of the tomb will bring some sweeping changes in fashion jewelry.” And he couldn’t have been more right. “Egyptomania” left an indelible mark on all of the major jewelry houses, from Cartier to Van Cleef & Arpels, Boucheron and Georges Fouquet. (Cartier created some of the most iconic jewelry designs that defined this era.)
While a lot of Art Deco jewelry was black and white — the black coming from the use of onyx or black enamel and the white from rock crystal and diamonds — there is plenty of color in jewelry of the era. A perfect accent to diamonds in platinum settings were blue sapphires, emeralds and rubies, and these stones were also used in combination with each other.
Many designers employed coral, jade and lapis lazuli, too. In fact, some of the most important avant-garde jewelers of the period, like Jean Després and Jean Fouquet (son of Georges), would combine white gold with ebony and malachite for a jolt of color.
A lot of the jewelry produced during this time nodded to current fashion trends, and women often accessorized their accessories. The cloche hat was often accented with geometric diamond brooches or double-clip brooches. Backless evening dresses looked fabulous with sautoir necklaces, and long pearl necklaces that ended with tassels, popular during the Edwardian period, were favored by women everywhere, including Coco Chanel.
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Art Deco Bakelite Carved Rose Clamper Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Art Deco Bakelite Carved Rose Clamper Bracelet from the 1920's. Hand carved Black bakelite with 2 flower motifs on top with carved leaves on the shoulders. Hinge on back allows entry...
Bakelite Hinged Vegetable Market Cuff
Located in New York, NY
Rare and unusual Bakelite hinged fruit and Vegetable cuff from the 1930s. Art Deco unusual eggplant-brown bakelite hinged bracelet with multi color mixed fruit and vegetables in bak...
Silver Plate, Steel
Art Deco Platinum Emerald Diamond Bracelet, Circa 1920, 72.75g
Located in New York, NY
This stunning Art Deco bracelet of sophisticated aesthetic is crafted platinum and set with emerald and diamond. There are 414 round-cut diamonds, 8 oval-cut diamonds, 38 baguette di...
Emerald, Platinum
Heavy Vintage Mexican Sterling Onyx Clamper Bangle Bracelet
Located in Webster, SD
This gorgeous Mexican sterling clamper bracelet features inlaid onyx stone. It measures 12mm wide and has an inner circumference of 6 3/4 inches. Weight: 62.3 grams Marks: TJ-56, ...
Onyx, Sterling Silver
Art Deco Platinum & Diamond Bracelet Circa 1930, 6.39 Carats
Located in Broomall, PA
Gorgeous Rare Art Deco Platinum approx. tcw 6.39 Carats Diamond Bracelet Circa 1930 Round Natural diamonds a total of 6.39 carats Large middle diamond 2.0 Carats 2 round Diamonds...
Diamond, Platinum
26.21 Carat Diamond Bracelet In 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
An elegant diamond bracelet showcased by Rewa jewels is handcrafted in 18 karat white gold. Studded with 312 pieces of round shaped diamonds weighing approximately 26.21 carat. All ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold
$18,720Sale Price|20% Off
18K Yellow Gold Riso Italian Link Bracelet, Art Deco, 52.9g, Unisex
Located in Palm Desert, CA
Make a bold statement with this luxurious 18K Yellow Gold Riso Italian Link Bracelet, expertly crafted for elegance and durability. Showcasing a distinctive Riso link design, the bra...
Yellow Gold
Black carved galalith, gilded metal clamper bangle and belt, French, 1920s/30s.
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A stunning and highly stylish French cuff, with matching belt (the buckle is made also from carved Galalith, with the same design as the cuff), a wonderfully smart combination not re...
Gilt Metal
Platinum Diamond Bracelet, 11.85ct Mixed Cut, 1950s, Unisex Design
Located in New York, NY
This diamond bracelet is crafted in platinum, weighing 54.4 grams and measuring 18cm (approx.7.1 inches) long and 18 mm wide. This quintessential bracelet creates a stunning geometri...
Diamond, Platinum
Art Deco 14kt Gold Seed Pearl Hinged Bangle Bracelet with Amethyst
Located in Monroe Township, NJ
This stunning Art Deco hinged bangle bracelet is a true masterpiece of early 20th-century craftsmanship. Set in 14kt gold, the bracelet features a large central amethyst stone, measu...
Gold
Joud Bleu Bracelet with Royal Blue Enamel and Princess-Cut Diamond Elegance
Located in Houston, TX
14K gold bracelet with a royal blue enamel and princess-cut diamond centerpiece on a sparkling diamond rondelle chain a refined expression of Art Deco opulence, where bold modern col...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Art Deco Style 24.95ct Diamond & Sapphire Bracelet 18k White Gold
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning typical art deco inspired high jewelry bracelet. 18.35 carats of round cut, emerald cut and marques cut diamonds. Approximately H/I color and VS2/SI1 clarity. 6.60 carats of...
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Platinum Diamond and Emerald Clamper Bracelet, 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
Approximately 240 diamonds (Old European, Simple, Marquis and Tapered Buguettes Cuts) (VS-SI clarity) (D-F color) Setting: Bezel Largest Center Diamond: Marquis Cut, 0.5 ct, SI clari...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
$56,100Sale Price / item|20% Off
29.88 Carat Natural Ruby Art Deco Diamond Bracelet in 18k Solid Yellow Gold
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Natural Ruby Art Deco Diamond Bracelet in 18K gold showcases 29.88 carats of endlessly sparkling natural ruby and 6.25 carats of diamond. It measures 7 inches long in length. R...
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Unusual Art Deco Channel Set Sterling Bangle
Located in New York, NY
Unusual Art Deco Channel Set Bangle from the 1930's. A series of 3 identical sterling bangles in crystal and emerald were soldered together to form one wider bangle in the period. Ve...
Sterling Silver
Platinum Art Deco Diamond and Onyx Panel Bracelet
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
A spectacular statement bracelet in platinum, showcasing a dazzling mosaic of 467 round brilliant-cut diamonds and 64 precision-cut onyxes. The wide panel design features alternating...
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
14 Karat Yellow Gold and Platinum Diamond Sapphire Ornate Bracelet
Located in Hicksville, NY
Metal Type: 14K Yellow Gold and Platinum Top [Hallmarked, and Tested] Weight: 19.9 grams (All Items Total) Stone Details: Type: Diamond (natural) Weight: 1.00ct total weight Cut: ...
Diamond, Sapphire, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Art Deco Style Pink Sapphire and White Diamond Gold Bangle
Located in Hong Kong, HK
An elegant bangle, it features 5 pink sapphires weighing 0.15 carat and 4 white round brilliant diamonds weighing 0.10 carat. The pink sapphires are of vivid colour, with excellent...
White Diamond, Diamond, Pink Sapphire, Yellow Gold, White Gold, 22k Gold...
Art Deco Pave Lily Brooch, De Rosa
Located in New York, NY
Attractive Art Deco Pave Lily Brooch of high quality from the 1930's. Designed as a spitting lily with cabs of faux sapphires from ruby bead center. Fine pave work throughout flower ...
Rhodium
Art Deco Demi Parure Pave Clear Crystal Geometric Clip On Earrings and Bracelet
Located in Milford, DE
An art-deco set featuring glimmering crystals prong set in a rhodium plated setting. The matching hinged clamper bracelet and clip on earrings are decorated with geometrical pave cry...
Crystal
18karat Gold Two Tone Rose Gold White Gold Diamonds Pave Fashion Bangle Bracelet
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
18Karat Gold Two Tone Rose Gold White Gold Diamonds Pave Fashion Bangle Bracelet This 18K solid gold, 2 Tone ( Rose Gold & White Gold) Hinge C...
Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
$9,440Sale Price / item|20% Off
18 Karat Solid White Gold Diamond and Cushion Cut Emerald Clamper Bracelet
By VR Jewels
Located in New York, NY
This Emerald Diamond Clamper Bracelet in 18K gold showcases 3 endlessly sparkling natural emeralds, weighing 3.33 carat and diamonds weighing 1.43 carat. It measures 65 mm in length...
Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Art Deco Platinum 2.8 Carat Diamond Bracelet
Located in Montgomery, AL
We are loving this vintage beauty! She is sweet & perfect for everyday love. Bracelet Details Material: Platinum Era: Art Deco 1920 - 1940 Weight: 16.6 Grams Head Width: 12.8mm Leng...
Diamond, Platinum
Chanel Black Resin 3 Button Cuff Bracelet 2018 Fall Collection
By Chanel
Located in Palm Beach, FL
This outstanding, chic black resin Chanel cuff makes a big statement. The three gold tone buttons are highlighted with the CC logo in the cente...
Gold Plate
Vintage Diamond 18K White Gold Bypass Mesh Retro Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
This beautiful vintage Diamond 18K White Gold Bypass Mesh Retro Bracelet is the wild card for any collection. The edgy design features 92 smaller Round Cut Diamonds, weighing collec...
Diamond, White Gold
Taxco Sterling Silver Abalone Bracelet 1965 Clamper Alfredo Villasana
Located in Wallkill, NY
This is a superb circa 1965 sterling silver Clamper bracelet made by Alfredo Villasana of Taxco, Mexico, handcrafted modernist hinged clamper bracelet with abalone inset. Villasana w...
Sterling Silver
$7,750
H 1.58 in W 2.37 in D 2.05 in
18karat Gold Two Tone Rose Gold White Gold Diamonds Pave Fashion Bangle Bracelet
By Oshi Jewels
Located in Bangkok, TH
18Karat Gold Two Tone Rose Gold White Gold Diamonds Pave Fashion Bangle Bracelet This 18K solid gold, 2 Tone ( Rose Gold & White Gold) Hinge C...
Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold
3.75 Carat Diamond Emerald Art Deco Platinum Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
1920's Art Deco diamond and emerald bracelet. This exquisite Art Deco platinum bracelet boasts 3 old European cut diamonds with the center s...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Vintage 1930s Art Deco Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Bracelet 2.00 Carat
Located in Boston, MA
Vintage 1930's Art Deco Platinum Diamond and Sapphire Bracelet 2.00ct - The bracelet contains 21 European cut diamonds and an additional 20 single cut diamonds for a total approximat...
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Estate Art Deco Platinum Emerald and Diamond Bracelet, circa 1936
Located in New York, NY
This Estate bracelet features six Emerald-cut Columbian Emeralds and six Marquis cut Diamonds. The magnificent stones are set in a platinum bracelet with four rows of Round Brilliant...
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
Tiffany & Co. Art Deco Platinum and Diamond Bracelet, circa 1920s–1930s
Located in Roma, RM
An exceptional Art Deco bracelet by Tiffany & Co., dating to the 1920s–1930s, finely crafted in platinum and set with old cut diamonds. This striking jewel exemplifies the bold g...
Diamond, Platinum
$538
W 1.25 in D 0.3 in L 7 in
A carved green bakelite clamper bracelet, with stylised floral motif, USA, 1930s
Located in Greyabbey, County Down
A beautiful hand carved bakelite bracelet, in a warm deep green colour, from the 1930s. This bracelet is one of three listed this week and all three would look lovely worn altogether, 'stacked' in the celebrated style of Nancy Cunard...
Brass
Channel Diamond 1.30 Carat Yellow Gold 14Kt Bracelet
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Channel Diamond Bracelet 14 karat yellow gold measuring 10.74 mm wide. The berth width of the diamonds are 55.40 mm and compasses the top portion of the bracelet. The height is 5.07 ...
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 14K Gold Lapis Lazuli and Pearl Clamper Bracelet, 19th Century
Located in Rotterdam, NL
This antique bracelet, crafted in 14k gold, is a beautiful example of late 19th-century jewelry design, dating back to circa 1880. The bracelet showcases a harmonious blend of luxuri...
Lapis Lazuli, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold
Opulent Chinoiserie Art Deco Inspired Wide Heavy Lucite Hinged Cuff 21st c
Located in University City, MO
Opulent Chinoiserie inspired heavy wide hinged cuff bracelet 21st c The elegant hinged art deco style cuff bracelet is chunky & substantial in weight Designed with sleek black luci...
Rhodium
Vintage Lucite & Rhinestone Encrusted Lizard Hinge Bracelet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Make a bold statement with this eye-catching vintage Lucite and rhinestone-encrusted lizard hinge bracelet. Designed to captivate, this unique piece features a sleek, sculpted lizard...
Vintage Black Faux Pearl Bracelet
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
This vintage black faux pearl bracelet exudes timeless elegance with a touch of old-world charm. Featuring lustrous, high-quality imitation pearls in a rich, deep black hue, each bea...
Gold Plate
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W 0.99 in L 6.7 in
Art Deco Style 7.10 Carat Emerald 7.40 Carat White Diamond White Gold Bracelet
Located in Naples, IT
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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
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Hermès bracelet
By Hermès
Located in Padova, IT
Hermès Vintage Selection by Corrado Luxury - Rare gold-plated bronze bracelet with three rattles and leather trim. Bracelet height 1.5 cm, diameter approx. 5.6 cm, diameter rattles a...
Gold Plate
Carved Bakelite Bracelet Yellow Marigold and Floral Motif
Located in Atlanta, GA
This spectacular hand-carved yellow marigold Bakelite clamper bracelet bangle has a bold and warm color. The oval domed shape has beautiful l...
Sold
W 2.45 in D 0.63 in L 2.17 in
Art Deco Style White Brilliant Cut Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Clamper Bracelet
Located in Naples, IT
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Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 2.45 in D 0.63 in L 2.17 in
Art Deco Style White Brilliant Cut Diamond Emerald Yellow Gold Clamper Bracelet
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
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W 0.99 in L 6.7 in
Art Deco Style 7.10 Carat Emerald 7.40 Carat White Diamond White Gold Bracelet
Located in Naples, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping, please contact the seller with a private message to solve the problem. We can ship every...
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Carved Bakelite Clamper Bracelet Bangle Cheesy Green Marble
Located in Atlanta, GA
This spectacular hand-carved cheesy green marble Bakelite clamper bracelet bangle has a bold and unusual color. The oval sliced shape has brass...
Royal Dynasty Vintage 1930 Butterscotch Bakelite Catalin Clamper Watch Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
Butterscotch Bakelite Catalin Clamper Watch designed by Royal Dynasty. A rare vintage genuine butterscotch Bakelite/Catalin clamper watch bracelet created by the Royal Dynasty Compa...
Antique Chrysoberyl Bracelet with Diamonds Silver
Located in Bonita Springs, FL
It comes with the appraisal by GIA GG/AJP Chrysoberyl = 1.44 Carats Diamonds = 1.08 Carats ( Clarity: VS ; Color: F-H ) Metal: Silver Length: 7.5 Inches
Chrysoberyl, Diamond, White Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver