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18 Karat White Gold Three Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet 4 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
"A timeless three prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details
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21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Three Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet 10 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
"A timeless three prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details
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21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, White Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Three Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet 3 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
"A timeless three prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details
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21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Rose Gold

18 Karat White Gold Four Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet 4 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless four prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details
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21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, White Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Three Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet 2 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless three prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details
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21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

18 Karat White Gold Three Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet 7 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless three prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details
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21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Three Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet 2 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless three prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details
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21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, White Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Four Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet 2 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless four prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details
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21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Rose Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Four Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet 8 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless four prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details
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21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Three Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet 4 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless three prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details
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21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Rose Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Three Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet 10 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless three prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details
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21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Four Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet 3 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless four prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details
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21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

18 Karat White Gold Four Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet 10 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless four prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details
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21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Four Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet 2 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless four prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details
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21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, White Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Four Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet 4 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless four prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details
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21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Rose Gold

18 Karat White Gold Four Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet 5 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless four prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details
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21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, White Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Four Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet 5 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless four prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details
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21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Rose Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Four Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet 10 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless four prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details
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21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Four Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet 7 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless four prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details
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21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Yellow Gold Four Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet 4 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless four prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details
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21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold Four Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet 3 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless four prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details
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21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Rose Gold

18 Karat White Gold Four Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet 7 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless four prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details
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21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Four Prongs Diamond Tennis Bracelet 7 Carat
Located in San Francisco, CA
A timeless four prongs diamonds tennis bracelet. Experience the Difference! Product details
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21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, White Gold

Natural Diamond 5.01 carats 18 Karat White Gold Classic Tennis Bracelet
Located in Antwerpen, BE
clasp, ensuring both elegance and practicality. This diamond tennis bracelet is a symbol of enduring
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2010s Belgian Modern Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tennis Bracelet in 18-Carat Yellow Gold Adorned with Diamonds
Located in Vannes, FR
This tennis bracelet is a sumptuous work of art, exquisitely crafted in 18-carat yellow gold. It is
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21st Century and Contemporary French Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold

Blue Sapphire and Diamond 18 Carat Yellow Gold Tennis Bracelet
Located in London, GB
bracelet, expertly crafted in high polish 18 carat yellow gold. This masterpiece of timeless elegance
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, White Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

18 Karat Gold 4.73 Carat Emerald and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Delicately crafted with precision, this 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet features 2.78 carats of
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2010s Indian Modern Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Natural Diamond 9.10 Carats 18 KT White Gold Baguette Tennis Bracelet
Located in Antwerpen, BE
glamorous diamond tennis bracelet. Artfully set in 18k white gold, this exquisite bracelet features the
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2010s Belgian Modern Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

1.72 Carat Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Hong Kong, HK
This tennis bracelet feature 1.72 carat of diamonds. Each diamond weight 0.04 carat. Bracelet is
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2010s Hong Kong Modern Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Tennis Bracelet in 18-Carat Pink Gold Adorned with Diamonds
Located in Vannes, FR
This tennis bracelet is a sumptuous work of art, exquisitely crafted in 18-carat pink gold. It is
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21st Century and Contemporary French Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold

18 Karat Gold 11.6 Carat Ruby and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
This 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet embodies timeless elegance, designed with 11.6 carats of radiant
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2010s Indian Modern Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold 14.909 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
This 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet showcases the luxurious allure of 14.909 carats of sapphires and
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2010s Indian Modern Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold 8.7 Carat Emerald and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Exuding timeless elegance, this 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet showcases 8.7 carats of breathtaking
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2010s Indian Modern Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold 9.82 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
This 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet is an exquisite composition of 9.82 carats of sapphires and
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2010s Indian Modern Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold 15.86 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
This 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet captivates with its harmonious blend of 15.86 carats of
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2010s Indian Modern Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold 9.93 Carat Emerald and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Radiating refined luxury, this 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet features 9.93 carats of exquisite
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2010s Indian Modern Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold 9.16 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Bracelet showcases 9.16 carats of sapphires and diamonds in perfect harmony. Each sapphire is precision-cut
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2010s Indian Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold 7.22 Carat Emerald and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
A seamless interplay of elegance and artistry, this 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet features a
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2010s Indian Modern Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold 8.56 Carat Ruby and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Elegance meets masterful craftsmanship in this 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet, featuring a
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2010s Indian Modern Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

Tennis Bracelet in 18-Carat White Gold Adorned with Diamonds
Located in Vannes, FR
This tennis bracelet is a sumptuous work of art, exquisitely crafted in 18-carat white gold. It is
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21st Century and Contemporary French Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Gold 5.71 Carat Emerald and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
Exuding timeless sophistication, this 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet showcases 5.71 carats of
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2010s Indian Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Tennis Bracelet 18-Carat White Gold Set with Diamonds for 4 Carat
Located in SAINT-OUEN-SUR-SEINE, FR
Superb bracelet in 18 carat white gold, line of diamonds set for 4 carats in total color / G and
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1990s French Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, White Gold

18 Karat Gold 12.03 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
An exquisite blend of elegance and craftsmanship, the 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet features a
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2010s Indian Modern Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold 6.63 Carat Ruby and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
This 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet presents a masterful arrangement of 6.63 carats of radiant
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2010s Indian Modern Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold 11.52 Carat Ruby and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
An exquisite display of artistry and elegance, this 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet features a
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2010s Indian Modern Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold

8.73 Carat Round Cut Diamond 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet
By Issac Nussbaum
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous diamond tennis bracelet weighing 8.73 total carat weight set in hand made 18k white
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2010s American Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Princess Cut Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 18 Karat 9.40 Carat
Located in Wailea, HI
Princess Cut Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 18k 9.40 Carats Fifty Four Princess Cut Diamonds Weighing
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, 18k Gold

18 Karat White Gold Flexible Diamond Bracelet 3 Carats 14.3 Grams
By Harbor Diamonds
Located in New York, NY
Vintage 18 Karat White Gold flexible bracelet featuring 147 round brilliants weighing approximately
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1990s American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

8.80 Carat Sapphire Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By GEM PLAZA
Located in Jaipur, Rajasthan
8.80 Carat Multi-Sapphire Tennis Bracelet Details of the piece: Multi-Sapphire: 8.80 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Modernist Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

18 Karat Gold 10.59 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Tennis Bracelet
By Gems Paradise
Located in Jaipur, IN
18 Karat Gold 10.59 Carat Sapphire and Diamond Tennis Bracelet We always love to flaunt the
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2010s Indian Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold

3.1 Carat Diamond Bolo Tennis Bracelet
Located in Great Neck, NY
This unique twist on a tennis bracelet consists of 14 karat white gold and 18 round VS2, I-J
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Tennis Bracelet 18 Karat TT Diamond 0.81 Carat/72 Pieces
By Natkina
Located in Genève, GE
BRACELET 18K TT Diamond 0.81 Cts/72 Pcs
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21st Century and Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, White Gold

14.49 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond 18 karat White Gold Tennis Bracelet
By H H Jewels
Located in Miami, FL
14.49 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond 18 karat White Gold Tennis Bracelet Add some sparkle to your game
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2010s Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat White Gold Natural 3.38 Carat Diamond Tennis Line Bracelet
Located in Baltimore, MD
18 Karat White Gold Natural 3.38 Carat Diamond Tennis Line Bracelet Metal: 18k white gold Weight
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21st Century and Contemporary North American Modern Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Gold Tennis Diamond Bracelet
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
A stunning bracelet handmade in 18K white in gold. It is hand set in 3.39 carats of sparkling
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Modern Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Alexander 12.65 Carat Emerald Cut Diamond Tennis Bracelet 18-Karat White Gold
By Alexander Beverly Hills
Located in BEVERLY HILLS, CA
Stunning modern straight emerald cut diamond tennis bracelet. High jewelry by Alexander Beverly
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

8.00 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Tennis Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Title: 8.00 Carat Round Brilliant Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Tennis Bracelet Style: Tennis Metal
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20th Century Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

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18 Carat Tennis Bracelet Diamond For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 18 carat tennis bracelet diamond you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold, this item was constructed with great care. Find an antique version now, or shop for 186 vintage or 1022 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. Making the right choice when shopping for a 18 carat tennis bracelet diamond may mean carefully reviewing examples of this item dating from different eras — you can find an early iteration of this piece from the 19th Century and a newer version made as recently as the 21st Century, both of which have proven very popular over the years. For this particular accessory, there are many different carat weights to choose from, but .5 Carat and 1 Carat versions are of considerable interest. A 18 carat tennis bracelet diamond from Natkina, Emilio! and Roman Malakov — each of whom created a beautiful version of this treasured accessory — is worth considering. A 18 carat tennis bracelet diamond of any era or style can lend versatility to your look, but a version featuring Diamond, from our inventory of 954, is particularly popular. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and brilliant cut cut versions available here, too. If you’re browsing our inventory for a 18 carat tennis bracelet diamond, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a 18 Carat Tennis Bracelet Diamond?

The price for a 18 carat tennis bracelet diamond starts at $500 and tops out at $1,885,000 with these bracelets, on average, selling for $9,595.

Why Gold Shines in Jewelry Craftsmanship

Gold is the feel-good metal, the serotonin of jewelry. Wear vintage and antique gold necklaces, watches, gold bracelets or gold rings and you feel happy, you feel dressed, you feel, well, yourself. 

Gold, especially yellow gold, with its rich patina and ancient pedigree going back thousands of years, is the steady standby, the well-mannered metal of choice. Any discussion of this lustrous metal comes down to a basic truth: Gold is elementary, my dear. Gold jewelry that couples the mystique of the metal with superb design and craftsmanship achieves the status of an enduring classic. Many luxury houses have given us some of our most treasured and lasting examples of gold jewelry over the years.

Since its founding, in 1837, Tiffany Co. has built its reputation on its company jewelry as well as its coterie of boutique designers, which has included Jean Schlumberger, Donald Claflin, Angela Cummings and Elsa Peretti. There are numerous gold Tiffany classics worth citing. Some are accented with gemstones, but all stand out for their design and the workmanship displayed.

For the woman who prefers a minimalist look, the Tiffany Co. twist bangle (thin, slightly ovoid) is stylishly simple. For Cummings devotees, signature pieces feature hard stone inlay, such as her pairs of gold ear clips inlaid with black jade (a play on the classic Chanel black and tan), or bangles whose design recalls ocean waves, with undulating lines of lapis lazuli and mother-of-pearl. And just about any design by the great Jean Schlumberger is by definition a classic.

Even had he eschewed stones and diamonds, Southern-born David Webb would be hailed for the vast arsenal of heavy gold jewelry he designed. Gold, usually hammered or textured in some manner, defines great David Webb jewelry. The self-taught jeweler made very au courant pieces while drawing inspiration from ancient and out-of-the-way sources — East meets West in the commanding gold necklaces made by Webb in the early 1970s. The same could be said for his endlessly varied gold cuffs.

In Europe, many houses have given us gold jewelry that sets the highest standard for excellence, pieces that were highly sought after when they were made and continue to be so. 

Numerous designs from Cartier are homages to gold. There are the classic Trinity rings, necklaces and bracelets — trifectas of yellow, white and rose gold. As a testament to the power of love, consider the endurance of the Cartier Love bracelet.

Aldo Cipullo, Cartier’s top in-house designer from the late 1960s into the early ’70s, made history in 1969 with the Love bracelet. Cipullo frequently said that the Love bracelet was born of a sleepless night contemplating a love affair gone wrong and his realization that “the only remnants he possessed of the romance were memories.” He distilled the urge to keep a loved one close into a slim 18-karat gold bangle. 

BVLGARI and its coin jewelry, gemme nummarie, hit the jackpot when the line launched in the 1960s. The line has been perennially popular. BVLGARI coin jewelry features ancient Greek and Roman coins embedded in striking gold mounts, usually hung on thick link necklaces of varying lengths. In the 1970s, BVLGARI introduced the Tubogas line, most often made in yellow gold. The Tubogas watches are classics, and then there is the Serpenti, the house's outstanding snake-themed watches and bracelets.

A collection called Monete that incorporated the gold coins is one of several iconic BVLGARI lines that debuted in the 1970s and ’80s, catering to a new generation of empowered women. Just as designers like Halston and Yves Saint Laurent were popularizing fuss-free ready-to-wear fashion for women on the go, BVLGARI offered jewels to be lived in

Since Van Cleef Arpels opened its Place Vendôme doors in 1906, collection after collection of jewelry classics have enchanted the public. As predominantly expressed in a honeycomb of gold, there is the Ludo watch and accessories, circa the 1920s, and the golden Zip necklace, 1951, whose ingenious transformation of the traditional zipper was originally proposed by the Duchess of Windsor. Van Cleef's Alhambra, with its Moroccan motif, was introduced in 1968 and from the start its popularity pivoted on royalty and celebrity status. It remains one of VCA’s most popular and collected styles.

Mention must be made of Buccellati, whose name is synonymous with gold so finely spun that it suggests tapestry. The house’s many gold bracelets, typically embellished with a few or many diamonds, signified taste and distinction and are always in favor on the secondary market. Other important mid-20th-century houses known for their gold-themed jewelry include Hermès and Ilias Lalaounis.

Find a stunning collection of vintage and antique gold jewelry on 1stDibs.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Tennis-bracelets for You

Vintage tennis bracelets are a no-brainer for those of us who remain unabashedly nostalgic for 1980s or 1990s fashion. And as long as the casual-luxe look is hot — and it ismen's tennis bracelets, diamond tennis bracelets and other versions of these understated accessories will remain on trend.

The term “tennis bracelet” is relatively new. It stems from a tennis match that Chris Evert — the first player to win 1,000 singles matches — played in an early round of the U.S. Open during the late 1970s. A diamond and gold bracelet that the celebrated athlete had been wearing broke, and play was stopped while she scrambled to look for it on the court. At the time, minimalist fine jewelry was the order of the day. While fashion jewelry had undeniable appeal, the ornate diamond confections popular in previous decades were neither suited to the office nor the disco dance floor, and many people sought subtle but sophisticated jewelry designs to wear for both work and play.

Subdued ornament in the manner of Elsa Peretti’s versatile 1970s-era necklaces and bracelets for Tiffany Co. wowed wearers and garnered media acclaim at the time, and the design of Evert’s straight-line bracelet, the kind that had likely been referred to as an “eternity bracelet” before then, spoke to what was a popular type of jewelry during the era. Demand for versions of Evert’s uncomplicated accessory soared in jewelry boutiques across the United States in the years and decades following the match. The tennis star would eventually earn ninth place on the Tennis Channel’s “100 Greatest of All Time” list.

The diamond tennis bracelets worn these days differ little from those crafted during the 1970s, although they’re likely outfitted with sturdier clasps that prevent them from coming apart during extensive tennis matches. Today, there is a wide range of popular unisex tennis bracelets as well as men’s tennis bracelets, although they don't have to be exclusively dotted with diamonds. A vintage Tiffany tennis bracelet, for example, might feature emeralds, rubies or sapphires set in platinum or yellow gold.

Shop Cartier tennis bracelets, diamond tennis bracelets, Harry Winston tennis bracelets and other bracelets to meet every taste on 1stDibs.