1960s Ruby Diamond Platinum Bracelet

Created in the 1920s, this Art Deco “tutti frutti” strap bracelet is composed of sapphires, rubies, diamonds, and platinum. It is designed as a highly stylized diamond vine with carved ruby and sapphire leaves and cabochon ruby berries, completed by a buckle motif clasp accented by a line of buff-top sapphires. Among the most original and sought-after haute joiallerie styles to originate in 1920s Paris, this extravagant and colorful “tutti frutti” bracelet reflects the profound influence of Indian arts on the imagination of Art Deco jewelers. Item #: BA-20650 Circa: 1920s Size: 7.50” length, 0.60" width Materials: 17 leaf-carved sapphires (approximate total weight 10.40 carats); 28 cabochon and leaf-carved rubies (approximate total weight 9.85 carats); 4 buff-top sapphires (approximate total weight 1.00 carat); 193 old European-cut diamonds (approximate total weight 7.10 carats); Platinum Macklowe Gallery Curator's Notes: In this original tutti frutti bracelet, cool blue sapphire leaves...

This opulent five-coil gold, Ceylon ruby and diamond "Serpenti" bracelet dates from the Dolce Vita period of 1950s Rome, when Bulgari jewels reached new creative and technical heights. Drawing on beloved ancient models from art and archaeology, the bracelet is designed as a coiled snake whose rounded body is composed of hand-formed curved tubogas links surmounted by beaded mesh, its engraved head with flickering tongue set with a fine oval-cut Ceylon ruby, diamond accents, and diamond eyes, while a concealed compartment beneath the ruby opens to reveal a watch with circular dial. With its astonishing flexibility, and soft, sinuous feel, the bracelet winds beautifully up the arm, an emblem of Bulgari’s modern style and unequaled craftsmanship bringing to life a classic jewel worn by the empresses and goddesses of the Minoan, Egyptian and Roman worlds. Artist: Bulgari, Rome Country: Italy Circa: 1955 Size: 29’’ length, 0.625’’ width Materials: Oval-cut Ceylon ruby (total approximate weight 2.50 carats); 4 Old European-cut diamonds (total approximate weight 1.20 carats); 18K Gold (total approximate weight 178 grams) Signed: "Bulgari Italy" Documentation: Together with American Gemological Laboratories (AGL) certificate #1113269 from March 30th, 2021, stating the ruby’s origin is Ceylon (Sri Lanka) with no gemological evidence of heat Literature/Exhibition History: A diamond and emerald serpent bracelet of this complex beaded model, belonging to the Bulgari Heritage Collection...

A Mid-20th Century platinum, diamond and blue sapphire moi et toi ring. The classic crossover ring has a round-cut diamond with an approximate weight o...

Created in the 1930s, this Art Moderne ruby and diamond ring is set in platinum. It is designed as two large pave-set diamond scrolls with stepped edges, accented with lines of calib...

Elegant and timeless diamond bracelet created by Oscar Heyman in the 1960s. Inspired by strongly geometrical designs of Art Deco era. Dressy yet wearable. Made of platinum and en...

Stunning Art Deco Revival bracelet created in the 1960s. It is made of platinum, features three emerald cut diamonds and encrusted with round brilliant and step cut diamonds. The thr...

Vintage circa 1960s 18k gold leaf motif bracelet, set with turquoise and rubies. The bracelet is 7.25" long and 24mm wide. Marked 18k. Weighs 69 grams. SKU#B-01968

Art Deco diamond and ruby platinum bracelet marked "10% Irid 900 Plat" on the clasp. Features three marquise diamonds surr...