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4.00 Carat Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14K Yellow Gold Round Diamonds F-G, SI1
Located in Honolulu, HI
Gorgeous Diamond tennis bracelet with 50 round brilliant cut diamonds in 14k yellow gold. This
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21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

5 Carat Emerald Tennis Bracelet 10 Karat Yellow Gold with Diamond Accent
Located in New York, NY
5 Carat Natural Emerald Tennis Bracelet 10 Karat Yellow Gold with Diamond Accent This
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2010s Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Emerald, Yellow Gold, 10k Gold

3.25 Carat Double Row Two-Tone 14 Karat Tennis Bracelet
Located in Great Neck Plaza, NY
Stunning looking double row two tone tennis bracelet, round-brilliant cut diamonds. set on 14k
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2010s American Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Tennis Bracelet 1.50ct
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14k yellow gold diamond tennis bracelet. Stamped 14k and weighs 9 grams gross weight. The diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Exquisite 18.78 Carat Ceylon Sapphire and Diamond 18 Karat Gold Tennis Bracelet
Located in Tustin, CA
Very exquisite, estate 15.83 carat Ceylon sapphire and diamond 18 karat white gold tennis or line
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20th Century Unknown Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

3.2 Carat Emerald Tennis Bracelet 14 Karat Yellow Gold
Located in New York, NY
This exceptionally affordable Tennis bracelet has 8 stones of oval Emeralds . Each Emerald is
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2010s Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Emerald, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

2ctw Diamond Tennis Bracelet, 14kt Yellow Gold
Located in McLeansville, NC
A vintage 14 karat yellow gold and diamond tennis bracelet. This linear bracelet features 49 full
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Vintage 1970s Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

14K White Gold Diamond Tennis Bracelet 7.00TDW, 21gr
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
14K White Gold Diamond Tennis Bracelet 7.00TDW, 21gr 14k white gold and diamond tennis bracelet
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20th Century Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, White Gold

14K Yellow Gold Diamond Tennis Bracelet, 3.50tdw, 12.2g
Located in Laguna Beach, CA
diamonds are round brilliant cuts, 3.50 total carats, G color, VS clarity. The bracelet measures 7 3/8
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20th Century Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold

Sapphire and Diamond White Gold Tennis Line Bracelet
Located in Miami Beach, FL
Mid 20th century 14K white gold tennis bracelet prong-set with alternating oval faceted sapphires
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Mid-20th Century Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Antique Art Deco Sapphire Diamond Gold Tennis Bracelet
Located in Cape May, NJ
Authentic art deco 18K white gold diamond & sapphire bracelet. The piece is set with 2 carats of F
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Vintage 1940s Art Deco Tennis Bracelets

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Blue Sapphire, Diamond, 18k Gold

Antique Art Deco Diamond Sapphire Bracelet Over 8 Carat 3-Row Straight Line
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
An eminently wearable original antique Art Deco diamond and sapphire bracelet dazzling with a sleek
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Tiffany Co. Platinum Jazz Diamond Tennis Bracelet 1.60ct 11.21g
By Tiffany Co.
Located in SYDNEY, NSW
This elegant Tiffany & Co. tennis bracelet from the iconic Jazz Collection is expertly crafted in
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21st Century and Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Yellow Gold Emerald Diamond Tennis Bracelet 6 3/4" - 18k Round 2.62ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
Color: Green Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .18ctw Cut: Round Brilliant Color: Champagne Brown Clarity: VS1
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21st Century and Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Rachael Koen Round Diamond Tennis Bracelet 14K White Gold 2.86 Cttw
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Rachael Koen tennis bracelet features round-shaped natural diamonds in prong setting
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2010s American Modern Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Tiffany Co Victoria Platinum and 4.49 Carats Diamonds Bracelet
By Tiffany Co.
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 2019 Tiffany & Company Victoria collection Platinum Bracelet, measuring 1/8 inch wide and set
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2010s American Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Emerald and Diamond Tennis Bracelet - 18K Yellow Gold Vintage Estate Jewelry
Located in Ben Lomond, CA
meticulous attention to detail, this stunning piece boasts over 8 carats of square cut emeralds and diamonds
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1990s American Retro Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

2.50 Total Carat Diamond Link Line Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
A gorgeous Vintage diamond line bracelet from the 1950s era! Crafted in 14kt white gold, this
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Vintage 1950s Unknown Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

35.84 ct. t.w. Mandarin Orange Garnet, Diamond, Bezel Set Gold Tennis Bracelet
By Sarosi By Timeless Gems
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This stunning tennis bracelet features over 35 carats of extremely brilliant, gem-quality Mandarin
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21st Century and Contemporary American Artisan Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, White Gold

6.60 Carat Pear Sapphire Round Diamond Gold Hinged Link Bracelet
Located in Stamford, CT
Pear shaped and round diamond hinged link tennis bracelet. Hidden catch and underside safety. The
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21st Century and Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco 10 Total Carat Diamond Line Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
This stunning Art Deco (ca1920s) diamond line bracelet makes a gorgeous statement! The design
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Vintage 1920s Art Deco Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, 18k Gold

Important Baguette 25 carats Diamond Platinum Straight Line Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This important and quite unique 1950s baguette diamond straight line bracelet has been masterfully
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Vintage 1950s Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

20 Carat Natural Amethyst Fancy Yellow Diamonds Bracelet 14 Karat
Located in New York, NY
Amethyst diamond tennis bracelet 20.00ct. Natural Amethysts Vs clean clear clarity. Each range 8
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2010s American Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Amethyst, Yellow Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

22 Carat Natural Aquamarines Diamonds Bracelet 14 Karat G.VS
Located in New York, NY
Classic Natural Aquamarines Diamond Tennis Bracelet 17.00ct. Natural Aquamarines: Average: 8 X
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2010s American Tennis Bracelets

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Aquamarine, Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

5.88 Carat Natural Round Diamonds VVS - VS D-E 18k Gold Bracelet
By Alegra s Legend
Located in Ramat Gan, IL
FOR CUSTOMERS FROM THE USA NO VAT Adorned with 216 round brilliant diamonds totaling 5.88 carats
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21st Century and Contemporary Israeli Art Deco Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Stunning 21.25 Carat Bi-Color Amethyst and Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Bracelet
Located in Tustin, CA
amethyst and diamond bracelet is approximately 21.25 carats; approximately 10.87 carats of diamonds and
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

1940s Retro French Cut Sapphire Diamond Gold Line Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
A stunning sapphire line bracelet from the Retro (ca1940) era! Made of 18kt white gold, this
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Vintage 1940s Retro Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

1970 s Platinum Art Deco Diamond Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
This Platinum Art Deco Diamond Bracelet is from the 1970's. It is 7.5 inches long and 5/8 wide. It
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Vintage 1970s Unknown Art Deco Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum

TIFFANY CO. Sapphire, Diamond and platinum Line Bracelet
By Tiffany Co.
Located in New York City, NY
Elegant blue sapphire, diamond and platinum line bracelet by Tiffany & Co. This exquisite piece
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Late 20th Century Tennis Bracelets

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Blue Sapphire, Diamond, Platinum

Natural Ruby and Diamond Bracelet in 14k Rose Gold
Located in Austin, TX
This is a beautiful natural ruby and diamond bracelet crafted with 14k rose gold. The rubies are
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Early 2000s Unknown Modern Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Vintage Old European Cut Diamond and Ruby Two Station Bracelet Platinum
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Old European Stations Diamonds: 2.08 Carats Total in Line Bracelet Rubies: 2.05 Carats Total Width
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20th Century Unknown Victorian Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Ruby, Platinum, Sterling Silver

Contemporary, Marquise Blue Sapphire and Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Bracelet
Located in Laguna Hills, CA
Contemporary, 9.85 CTW Marquise Blue Sapphire & Diamond 18 Karat Gold Bracelet. AAA quality, blue
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Geometric Link Round and Hexagon Open Halo Bracelet 18 Karat White Gold
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Gorgeous, sparkling diamond bracelet with an elegant twist. The detailed geometric shapes paired
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, White Gold, 18k Gold

Antique 18k Gold GIA 5.6ct BURMA NO HEAT Ruby Diamond Pearl 7.5" Line Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
Very nice genuine Edwardain bracelet - amazing old cut diamonds and square NO HEAT Burma rubies! A
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Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, Pearl, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

52 Round Diamond 16-17 Pointer Each Tennis Bracelet in 18 Karat Gold 8 Carat
Located in New York, NY
52 Round Diamond 16-17 Pointer Each Tennis Bracelet in 18 K White Gold approximately 8 Ct Line
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20th Century Unknown Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

5.70 Carat Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds 18 Carat Yellow Gold Tennis Bracelet
By Antinori Fine Jewels
Located in Chicago, IL
This exquisite tennis bracelet is a true statement piece, featuring a total of 36 dazzling Natural
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2010s Italian Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

43 Round Diamond 16-17 Pointer Each Tennis Bracelet in 14 K White Gold 7 Carat
Located in New York, NY
43 Round Diamond 16-17 Pointer Each Tennis Bracelet in 14 K White Gold approximately 8 Ct Line
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20th Century Unknown Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Gold, 14k Gold

8 Carats Diamonds Gold Tennis Bracelet
Located in Miami, FL
White Gold Diamond Tennis Bracelet This classic-style tennis bracelet features round brilliant
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2010s Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

8 Carat Diamond Gold In-Line Tennis Bracelet
Located in Agoura Hills, CA
14KT white gold in-line tennis bracelet, composed of a series of 44 round brilliant cut diamonds
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21st Century and Contemporary American Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

8 Total Carat Diamond Tennis Line Bracelet in White Gold
Located in Miami, FL
Brilliance Jewels, Miami Questions? Call Us Anytime! 786,482,8100 Style: Tennis Bracelet Metal
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2010s Tennis Bracelets

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Diamond, White Gold

14K 5 Carat Diamond Tennis Bracelet White Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 14K White Gold. Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds weighing 5 carat total
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2010s Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K Diamond 3.42 Carat Tennis Bracelet White Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Diamond 3.42 Carat Tennis Bracelet in 14K White Gold. Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds weighing 3.42
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2010s Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K Diamond 6.28 Carat Tennis Bracelet White Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Diamond 6.28 Carat Tennis Bracelet in 14K White Gold. (46) Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds weighing
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2010s Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K 4 Carat Diamond Tennis Bracelet White Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 14K White Gold. Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds weighing 4 carat total
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2010s Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Early 20th Century Tennis Bracelet from 1920, 40 Diamonds, 8 Carat in Total
Located in London, GB
This wonderful tennis bracelet from 1920, is composed of 40 diamonds of circa 0.20 carat each
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Early 20th Century Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

4.0 Carat Diamond Tennis Bracelet, White Gold, Unworn
Located in Yorkshire, West Yorkshire
Brand new and unworn diamond bracelet set with 52diamonds producing a total of 4.00ct, approx. G/H
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21st Century and Contemporary British Modern Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold 8 Carat Diamond Bracelet
Located in Columbia, MO
diamonds and has an 8 carats total diamond weight. MSRP $20,000! Details: 14K White Gold Diamond Bracelet
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21st Century and Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

18 Carat White Gold 10 Carat Diamonds Tennis Bracelet
Located in Splitter s Creek, NSW
This "wear every day" Diamond Tennis Bracelet features 40 Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds, 4 claw set
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2010s Unknown Modern Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Gold

Art Deco 8 Carat Diamond Millegrain Bracelet
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A stunning Art Deco diamond millegrain bracelet dating from the 1920s. It's made up of twenty
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Vintage 1920s English Art Deco Tennis Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Platinum

Diamond Platinum Tennis Bracelet
Located in Dallas, TX
A beautiful platinum and diamond tennis bracelet. The bracelet is set with 16 round brilliant cut
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Late 20th Century Modern Tennis Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Platinum

14 Karat Diamond Tennis Bracelet White Gold 2.90 Carat
Located in Boca Raton, FL
A beautiful Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 14K White Gold. Each Diamond is set in a basket creating an
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21st Century and Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

18K Diamond Tennis Bracelet White Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 18K White Gold. Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds weighing 0.72 carat total
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2010s Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold 2.25 Carat Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in Gainesville, FL
14k White Gold 2.25ctw Diamond Tennis Bracelet You are viewing a Beautiful Diamond Tennis Bracelet
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14 Karat White Gold 3.02 Carat Round Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in Gainesville , FL
A classic 14k white gold prong-set round diamond tennis bracelet with a total diamond weight of
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2010s American Contemporary Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

14K Diamond Thin Tennis Bracelet White Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Diamond Thin Tennis Bracelet in 14K White Gold. Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds weighing 1.02 carat
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2010s Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

14K Diamond Thin Tennis Bracelet Yellow Gold
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Diamond Thin Tennis Bracelet in 14K Yellow Gold. Round Brilliant Cut Diamonds weighing 1.02 carat
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2010s Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

8.63 Carat Princess Cut Diamond Tennis Bracelet in White Gold
Located in Sherman Oaks, CA
Gorgeous Tennis Bracelet Features Channel-Set Princess Cut Stones Total Diamond Weight = 8.63 ct
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Early 2000s American Modern Tennis Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

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8 Carat Diamond Tennis Bracelet For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact 8 carat diamond tennis bracelet you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, White Gold and 14k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 520 antique edition and 2300 modern creations to choose from as well. You’re likely to find the perfect 8 carat diamond tennis bracelet among the distinctive items we have available, which includes versions made as long ago as the 18th Century as well as those produced as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Creating a 8 carat diamond tennis bracelet has been a part of the legacy of many jewelers, but those produced by LB Exclusive, Roman Malakov and Natkina are consistently popular. See these pages for a round cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also oval cut cut and emerald cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a 8 carat diamond tennis bracelet, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a 8 Carat Diamond Tennis Bracelet?

The price for a 8 carat diamond tennis bracelet starts at $158 and tops out at $1,885,000 with these bracelets, on average, selling for $7,057.

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.