Link Bracelets
20th Century Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
1970s Modern Vintage Link Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Link Bracelets
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Bracelets
Peridot, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
1970s Italian Retro Vintage Link Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Link Bracelets
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
1960s American Modern Vintage Link Bracelets
Mixed Metal
Mid-20th Century Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
1970s Dutch Modern Vintage Link Bracelets
Diamond, 14k Gold
15th Century and Earlier Antique Link Bracelets
Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1930s European Art Deco Vintage Link Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Link Bracelets
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s American Art Deco Vintage Link Bracelets
Diamond, Pearl, Platinum
2010s American Contemporary Link Bracelets
Freshwater Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
21st Century and Contemporary American Link Bracelets
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold
20th Century Italian Link Bracelets
Gold
1970s Retro Vintage Link Bracelets
Aquamarine, Yellow Gold
1920s Art Deco Vintage Link Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, Platinum
1970s Contemporary Vintage Link Bracelets
18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Bracelets
1960s Vintage Link Bracelets
1930s Vintage Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
2010s Link Bracelets
24k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Link Bracelets
Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold
1960s Unknown Vintage Link Bracelets
Sapphire, 18k Gold
1910s Unknown Vintage Link Bracelets
9k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Modern Link Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Link Bracelets
Gilt Metal
Early 2000s Italian Contemporary Link Bracelets
14k Gold, Rose Gold
1940s Vintage Link Bracelets
18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Link Bracelets
18k Gold
1920s Art Deco Vintage Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
1940s French Retro Vintage Link Bracelets
Gold
Early 2000s French Link Bracelets
1960s Italian Modernist Vintage Link Bracelets
Coral, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
2010s French Link Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Link Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
1920s German Art Deco Vintage Link Bracelets
Chrysophrase, Marcasite, Sterling Silver
2010s North American Art Deco Link Bracelets
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century French Link Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
1920s Unknown Art Deco Vintage Link Bracelets
Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold, Platinum
19th Century French Belle Époque Antique Link Bracelets
Garnet, Ruby, Silver, Sterling Silver
1930s Art Deco Vintage Link Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
18th Century Georgian Antique Link Bracelets
Emerald, Pearl, Ruby, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Link Bracelets
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, Silver
20th Century Nigerian Link Bracelets
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Link Bracelets
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Link Bracelets
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Link Bracelets
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century European Link Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
1920s Vintage Link Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
1960s French Modern Vintage Link Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets
Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Link Bracelets
Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White 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.