Link Bracelets
1980s French Contemporary Vintage Link Bracelets
Gold Plate
1960s Italian Vintage Link Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold
Mid-20th Century French Modern Link Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Dutch Modern Link Bracelets
Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century American Modern Link Bracelets
Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Retro Link Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s French Link Bracelets
Early 20th Century English Edwardian Link Bracelets
Gold, 9k Gold
1970s Finnish Modernist Vintage Link Bracelets
Silver
1940s European Retro Vintage Link Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s American Native American Vintage Link Bracelets
Silver, Sterling Silver
1980s Modern Vintage Link Bracelets
Gold, Brass
20th Century Link Bracelets
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century North American Link Bracelets
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, 15k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold
1910s French Belle Époque Vintage Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
1940s Norwegian Vintage Link Bracelets
Malachite, Yellow Gold
20th Century Link Bracelets
Gold
Early 20th Century French Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Link Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
1990s Link Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold
1970s American Vintage Link Bracelets
Coral, 18k Gold
1960s American Art Deco Vintage Link Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
1980s Unknown Vintage Link Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s Czech Art Deco Vintage Link Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Platinum
1930s German Art Nouveau Vintage Link Bracelets
Aquamarine, 18k Gold
1970s Italian Modern Vintage Link Bracelets
18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Retro Link Bracelets
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
1950s French Vintage Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
1980s American Modern Vintage Link Bracelets
Enamel, Mixed Metal
1970s Italian Vintage Link Bracelets
18k Gold
1990s Link Bracelets
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Retro Vintage Link Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s Vintage Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
Early 1900s Antique Link Bracelets
20th Century Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
1980s Italian Modern Vintage Link Bracelets
Iolite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1970s German Art Deco Vintage Link Bracelets
Gold Plate
Late 20th Century American Retro Link Bracelets
18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
20th Century Link Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century Unknown Link Bracelets
Gold Plate, Silver
1980s German Vintage Link Bracelets
Gold
1970s French Retro Vintage Link Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, Gold
Mid-20th Century Link Bracelets
Cultured Pearl, Turquoise, Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1910s British Art Deco Vintage Link Bracelets
Aquamarine, Gold
Late 20th Century Link Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
1980s Italian Vintage Link Bracelets
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1960s French Vintage Link Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century American Contemporary Link Bracelets
Yellow Gold, 14k Gold, Gold
1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Link Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Late 20th Century Link Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
1920s Art Deco Vintage Link Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1980s Vintage Link Bracelets
Lapis Lazuli, Yellow Gold
1940s Swiss Retro Vintage Link Bracelets
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary Link Bracelets
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1980s Italian Vintage Link Bracelets
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Italian Modern Link Bracelets
Amethyst, Citrine, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Link Bracelets
A fluid, dazzling finishing touch is here for the taking. Vintage link bracelets are among the most versatile accessories in your jewelry box, perfect for everyday wear or an evening outing with friends.
The oldest bracelet in the world was unearthed in 2015 in Russia and is around 40,000 years old. It is stone, made of chlorite, and quite fragile. The finding also included a tiara made of ivory from a woolly mammoth. Most likely a decorative piece used only for special occasions, the bracelet was a far cry from the bracelets and other jewelry we accessorize with today.
Owing to a metallic flash or the sparkle of a luxurious gemstone, a link bracelet introduces an eye-catching dynamic that can contrast wonderfully with the textures of fabric. A link bracelet can also magnify a pattern you’ve set into motion with other accessories, such as stacked with your go-to cuff bracelets or paired with a matching gold chain necklace (there are many kinds to choose from), earrings or a vintage shoulder bag with a similar metallic clasp. Often, a link bracelet is an understated yet elegant means of enhancing any outfit, subtle and tasteful.
Such bracelets are perennial partly because of the wide range of styles available. They boast a simple construction — typically chain links and a closure system — that makes them ideal for pairing with nearly any ensemble. Link bracelets can also see an integration of other types of elements such as lockets and medallions linked together in an overlapping or interlocking way, such as in the charm bracelet, which has been popular for centuries.
The two main things to consider when choosing a vintage link bracelet are the material and the design. Some bracelets feature charms, diamonds, gemstones or other ornamental flourishes. Pearls and cameos are exciting options to explore for a classic look. Link bracelets set with gemstones such as sapphires can offer a beautiful focal point in a jewel-toned ensemble. Similarly, antique diamond link bracelets can introduce a layer of sophistication as a captivating accessory that exquisitely reflects light on its chain links during a formal dinner or a night out on the town.
Choosing between gold link bracelets and silver link bracelets is another important consideration. In most cases, gold jewelry will look best on warm skin tones while white metals like silver and platinum are best for cool skin tones. There are also some link bracelets that mix metals for a more modern and playful look.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of unique vintage link bracelets that includes those designed at iconic luxury houses such as Bulgari and Cartier.