Vintage Mesh Bracelets
1990s Unknown Retro Retro Bracelets
Diamond, Yellow Gold
1990s Cuff Bracelets
1990s American Cuff Bracelets
Silver
Vintage 1960s American Retro Retro Bracelets
Onyx, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Chain Bracelets
18k Gold
Vintage 1970s American Modern Link Bracelets
Mixed Metal
1990s Contemporary Bangles
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1990s Scottish Link Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
1990s French Artisan Bangles
Vintage 1950s Retro Clamper Bracelets
Diamond, White Gold
Vintage 1980s French Chain Bracelets
Vintage 1950s Retro Retro Bracelets
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century American Modern Link Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s American Modern Retro Bracelets
Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Unknown Modern Modern Bracelets
Ruby, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s French Retro Cuff Bracelets
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Link Bracelets
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Link Bracelets
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Argentine More Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1960s Unknown Modern Modern Bracelets
Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1940s European Retro Retro Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, Yellow Gold, Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Swiss Retro Retro Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
White Diamond, Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1980s German Art Deco Charm Bracelets
Silver Plate
Mid-20th Century Italian Chain Bracelets
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1890s Unknown Art Nouveau Link Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1950s Unknown More Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Italian Link Bracelets
Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Unknown Contemporary Chain Bracelets
Diamond, White Gold
2010s American Cuff Bracelets
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Retro Retro Bracelets
Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s Unknown Modern Retro Bracelets
Ruby, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1960s Link Bracelets
Pearl, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Chain Bracelets
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Link Bracelets
Gold, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Unknown Contemporary Chain Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold
Late 20th Century Chain Bracelets
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Retro Bracelets
Base Metal
20th Century French Cuff Bracelets
Vintage 1960s Chain Bracelets
21st Century and Contemporary French Cuff Bracelets
Vintage 1980s French Link Bracelets
20th Century French Cuff Bracelets
20th Century Cuff Bracelets
20th Century French Cuff Bracelets
20th Century French Cuff Bracelets
20th Century French Cuff Bracelets
Vintage 1960s French Retro Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold
20th Century French Cuff Bracelets
Vintage 1960s French More Bracelets
18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Italian Retro Retro Bracelets
Ruby, Coral, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s French Retro Cuff Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s Unknown Retro Link Bracelets
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s American Retro Retro Bracelets
Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Brazilian Retro Chain Bracelets
18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Italian Contemporary Link Bracelets
Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
1990s Italian Contemporary Modern Bracelets
Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Unknown Modern Retro Bracelets
18k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Retro Bracelets
Pearl, Sapphire, 14k Gold
Vintage 1980s American Modern Bracelets
Sterling Silver
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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.
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- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024To tell if a bracelet is vintage, look on the inside or clasp for a maker's mark. By researching the maker using trusted online resources and learning about the types of pieces they created, you can often get a rough idea of when your bracelet was produced. Vintage bracelets are 20 to 99 years old. Any bracelet that is 100 years old or older is antique. If you encounter any difficulties during your research, a certified appraiser or experienced jeweler can help date your piece. Find a wide range of vintage bracelets on 1stDibs.
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This iconic jewel has captured countless hearts with its elegant design and its amatory symbolism. Counterfeiters have taken note of the demand and created fake versions. If you’re looking for a genuine Cartier Love bracelet, it’s crucial to check all the elements for authenticity. Our guide will teach you the telltale traits of a knockoff.
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