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Antique Victorian Diamond Horseshoe Bangle
Located in Sale, Cheshire
This antique bangle is simply beautiful. It's set with diamonds, and features a horseshoe
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19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

White Diamond, 15k Gold, Silver

Antique Mine Cut Diamond Bangle
Located in Lambertville, NJ
in silver with 15 graduating diamonds totaling approx. 3.cts. The bracelet will fit most wrists circa
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Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Victorian "Souvenez Vous" Remember Black Enamel Bangle
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A superb mid-Victorian hinged bangle, finished in black enamel with the words "Souvenez vous", or
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Mid-19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Aesthetic Movement Buckle Cuff Bangle
Located in Sale, Cheshire
An unusual Aesthetic Movement silver cuff bangle dating from the 1880s. It features a buckle design
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19th Century English Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Banded Agate Locket Bangle Bracelet
Located in Austin, TX
silver with black enamel details. A large banded agate stone opens to reveal a hidden locket compartment
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Agate, Sterling Silver

Antique Sapphire and Diamond Bangle by Mellerio
Located in London, GB
An antique openwork rose cut diamond and sapphire bangle by Mellerio Paris, set in silver on gold
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Early 1900s Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Gold, Silver

Georgian Pear Rose Cut Diamond Mourning Bangle
Located in Theydon Bois, Essex
) Metal – The bangle is entirely in silver, apart from the hinge and the clasp which are in 9k gold
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Early 19th Century British Georgian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 9k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Robin s Egg Blue Floral Bangle
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A striking robin's egg blue enamelled bangle dating from the latter half of the 19th Century. The
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19th Century Austrian Late Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Natural Pearl, Silver

Late-19th Century Bohemian Garnet Snake Bangle
Located in Greenwich, CT
Bohemian garnet snake bangle bracelet, pavé-set with graduated rose-cut Bohemian garnets with a
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Late 19th Century Unknown Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Garnet, Natural Pearl, Pearl, Silver, Vermeil

Exceptional French antique cabochon Garnet Diamond Gold Bangle
Located in Melbourne, VIC
Exceptional French Garnet and Diamond Bangle. Set with two large cabochon cut garnets. Applied leaf
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Early 1900s French Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 18k Gold, Silver

19th Century Austro-Hungarian Amethyst Pearl Enamel Bangle
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A stunning ornate enamelled bangle modelled in silver gilt. With intricate floral and foliate
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19th Century Austrian Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Amethyst, Natural Pearl, Silver

Victorian Convertible Pearl Diamond Bangle Pendant Enamel Heart
Located in Middleton, WI
Set in a halo of 26 pearls, the face of this bangle features a blue enamel heart with a white
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1860s English Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Silver

Imperial Russian Sapphire Ruby Diamond Clover Bangle
Located in Sale, Cheshire
An exquisite antique bangle featuring a clover / trefoil centrepiece. The hallmarks indicate it's
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Late 19th Century Russian Russian Empire Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver

Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Pearl Love Heart Bracelet Bangle
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
A rare Victorian Rose cut Diamond and split Pearl Heart bangle in rose gold and silver. English
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1880s British Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Amethyst Rose cut Diamond Cross Bangle Bracelet
Located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, GB
A fine and impressive Victorian bangle. Hinged tramline style bangle in gold, set with a sterling
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Late 19th Century British High Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Imperial Russian Sapphire Ruby Diamond Clover Bangle
Located in Sale, Cheshire
An exquisite antique bangle featuring a clover / trefoil centrepiece. The hallmarks indicate it's
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Late 19th Century Russian Late Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 14k Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian Bangle With 2 Colour Applied Goldwork Dated 1884
Located in London, GB
Antique Victorian Bangle With 2 Colour Applied Goldwork Dated 1884 This bangle has lovely lattice
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1880s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

9k Gold, Sterling Silver

Victorian Scottish Sterling and Aberdeen Granite Bangle
Located in New York, NY
C.1890. A beautifully crafted Scottish sterling silver and inlaid Aberdeen granite bangle. With its
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1890s Scottish Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

19th Century Victorian European Cut Diamond and Rose Gold Flower Bangle, 1870s
Located in Antwerp, BE
A fine 19th century Victorian antique bangle with flower motifs in 18 karat rose gold and silver
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Mid-19th Century Unknown Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Antique French Old Mine and Rose Cut Diamond Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Lambertville, NJ
Handmade 18kt. yellow gold bracelet prong set in silver with two offset center old mine cut
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1890s French Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Victorian Moonstone Hearts and Bow Diamond Bangle Brooch in Original Fitted Box
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
A beautiful Victorian carved moonstone and diamond bangle. A super example of this very pretty
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Moonstone, 18k Gold, Silver

Victorian 1.30ct Diamond Daisy Bangle Bracelet 15 Karat Yellow Gold Circa 1890
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
this bangle is a ‘daisy’ comprising of nine Old Mine Cut diamonds claw set in silver with a further
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1890s British Late Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Victorian French Diamond Pearl Toi Et Moi Twist Bangle 18ct Gold
Located in Kendal, GB
An elegant antique French Toi et Moi bangle from the late 19th Century lined with twenty-two
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1890s French Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Peridot and 1.05ct Diamond Bangle, circa 1880
Located in Lancashire, Oldham
, claw set in silver. This antique hinged bangle has a knife edge finish to the hinged section and an
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1880s British Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Peridot, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Enamel, Marcasite and Silver Automated Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
A very special Art Deco bracelet of silver, marcasite and enamel, made to wear somewhere between
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1920s German Art Deco Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Marcasite, Silver

Antique Victorian Large Bangle 18 Carat Gold on Silver, circa 1880
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This Victorian Fancy 18ct Gold on Silver bangle is beautiful, Circa 1880. Inlaid with a Gold
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1880s Unknown Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

18k Gold, Silver

Antique French Enamel Paste Gem Gold Vermeil Bracelet c1840
Located in San Marcos, CA
noted both for their ability to set stones (usually diamonds) into silver prongs in their 18k gold
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Late 19th Century French Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Leitão Irmão 13 Carat Diamond Set of Earrings, Brooch and Bracelet, circa 1888
Located in Berlin, Berlin
comprising earrings as well as a brooch and a bangle, are more talkative. The set was part of the estate of a
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1880s Portuguese Belle Époque Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, 18k Gold

Antique Victorian Gold Bracelet with Diamonds
Located in Mt. Kisco, NY
in silver
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Sterling Silver, 14k Gold

Antique French 18 Karat Yellow Gold Turquoise and Diamond Flower Floral Bracelet
Located in Sydney, NSW
silver, then further petal shapes of gold set with small turquoise cabochons, this in turn, amongst a
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Late 19th Century French High Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Antique Mid Victorian Turquoise Pearl Greek Key Bracelet
Located in Sale, Cheshire
- dating from the 1870s. Modelled in 9k rose gold with silver cut down settings. STONES Natural Pearl
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19th Century English High Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Natural Pearl, Turquoise, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Turquoise and Diamond Snake Bracelet, Late 19th Century
Located in Atlanta, GA
This stunning bracelet is designed as a coiled snake of articulated and tapered design. Composed of scale-like links set with 294 turquoise cabochon, and the eyes and collar set wit...
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Late 19th Century American Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Henry Williamson 1860 Sterling Silver Victorian Bangle
Located in EDENSOR PARK, NSW
: Sterling Silver Measurements: 3cm width, 6.5cm length of bangle, 6cm inside length of bangle Postage via
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19th Century Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Cut Steel

Antique Victorian Flower Bunch Silver Cuff Bangle
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A gorgeous antique silver cuff bangle dating from the mid-19th Century. The centrepiece is an
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19th Century English High Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Art Nouveau coin silver Owl cuff bangle bracelet
Located in Daylesford, Victoria
Art Deco Owl Cuff in 800 Sterling European Coin Silver quality. An amazing image, capturing the Owl
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1920s French Art Nouveau Antique Silver Bangles

Art Deco Sterling Silver Paste Channel Set bracelet bangle
Located in Daylesford, Victoria
Art Deco Bangle in Sterling Silver carved to both sides in a fine Flower and Leaf decoration
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Vintage Rock Crystal Bangles
Located in New York, NY
A wonderful group of rock crystal bangles some with deco buckles and paste colored stones range
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1920s American Art Deco Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Rock Crystal, Sterling Silver

Antique Dutch Victorian Diamond Bangle, 1890s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique jewelry object group: bangle Condition: very good condition Do you wish for a 360° view
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1890s Dutch Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Set of Two Sterling-Gold Designer, Bangle Bracelets
Located in Aliso Viejo, CA
Set of Two Sterling, Bangle Bracelets Trendy Cream colored and Black Tiger colored bracelets
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19th Century Unknown Contemporary Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Victorian Diamond Clasped Hand Bangle
Located in Los Angeles, CA
BREATHTAKING VICTORIAN DIAMOND, SILVER AND GOLD BANGLE. OLD CUT AND MINE CUT DIAMONDS, HINGED WITH
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18th Century and Earlier English Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Gold

Antique Engraved Hollow Silver Bangle
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful pre-owned silver bangle in is good condition visible signs of ageing and wear with
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Early 1900s British Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Silver

Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelet #17B
By Georg Jensen
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Georg Jensen Sterling Silver Bangle Bracelet #17B. From 1933-1944. Measures 6.5 cm / 2 9/16 in
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Early 20th Century Danish Modern Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Silver Bangle Dated 1883, Birmingham
Located in London, GB
Antique Victorian Silver Bangle Dated 1883,Birmingham Made by Robert James Dick in a very heavy
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1880s European Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Silver

Pair of Antique Victorian Aesthetic Movement Silver Bangle Bracelets
Located in Sale, Cheshire
This matched pair of silver bangles is an unusual find. The front of each depicts the same scene
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1870s English Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Silver Bangle with Applied Embossing, Hand Engraved, B Ham 1885
Located in London, GB
Antique Victorian Silver Bangle With Applied Embossing,Hand Engraved, B'Ham 1885 Typical aesthetic
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1880s British Aesthetic Movement Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Silver

Antique Victorian Silver Bangle with Hand Engraving, Reichenberg Co, 1883
By Reichenberg Co.
Located in London, GB
Antique Victorian silver bangle with hand rngraving, Reichenberg & Co, 1883 Lovely Aesthetic scene
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1880s English Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Sterling Silver

1884 Victorian Aesthetic Period Solid Silver Bangle
Located in St Helens, GB
A beautiful Aesthetic movement Victorian period bangle. Sterling silver piece. Hand engraved
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Silver

Vintage Silver Amber Bangle
Located in Carlisle, GB
This beautiful vintage silver bangle is in good condition. Please study the images carefully as
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1920s British Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Amber, Silver

Antique Wide Victorian Silver Geometric Floral Bangle Cuff Bracelet
Located in Sesser, IL
bangles we have seen. During this period, jewelry makers were producing silver bangles, lockets, chains
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1880s English Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Silver

Victorian Sterling Silver Buckle Bangle Bracelet
Located in Austin, TX
Victorian Sterling Buckle Bracelet. Detailed floral engraving and interior engraving "From Arthur, 17 April 1880". English in origin. Hinged at side with push button closu...
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19th Century British Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian "Buckle Strap" Silver Cuff Bangle
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A gorgeous, chunky cuff bangle with a large buckle and strap motif. It dates from the Victorian
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19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Oversized Sterling Silver Buckle Bangle
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A big and bold antique silver cuff bangle dating from the latter half of the 19th Century. It's
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19th Century English Late Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian "Ivy Buckle" Silver Cuff Bangle
Located in Sale, Cheshire
This stylish antique bangle features a Belt Buckle design, finished with fine hand-chased detailing
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Late 19th Century English Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Etruscan Revival Silver Cuff Bangle
Located in Sale, Cheshire
A fine quality Victorian Sterling Silver cuff bangle in great condition, with applied Etruscan and
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1880s British Etruscan Revival Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Silver Gold Wide Cuff Bangle Bracelet
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
This Victorian Gold Sterling Silver wide bangle is set with lovely ornate gold workmanship
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1880s British Early Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

18k Gold, Rose Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Swallow Bangle Dated 1882
Located in Lancaster, Lancashire
An exquisite antique Victorian bangle dated 1882 and engraved with beautiful patterned artistry at
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1880s British Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Sterling Silver

Antique Victorian Vermeil Silver Acorn Bypass Bangle Bracelet
Located in Boston, Lincolnshire
This rare Victorian Gold Vermeil on Silver bypass bangle is one of the most beautiful we've seen
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Late 19th Century British Victorian Antique Silver Bangles

Materials

Vermeil, Silver

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Antique Silver Bangles For Sale on 1stDibs

On 1stDibs, there are many options to choose from in our inventory of antique silver bangles. These distinct designs — crafted with great care and often made from Silver, Gold and Sterling Silver — can elevate any look. Our collection, which features older pieces for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century, has proven very popular over the years. Our collection of antique silver bangles includes designs that are universally popular, but Victorian and Edwardian styles, specifically, are sought with frequency. Versions of these items have been a part of the life’s work for many jewelers, but those produced by Tiffany Co., Fontana and George Shiebler are consistently popular. While most can agree that any pick from our collection easily elevates most outfits, but the choice of Diamond versions from the 98 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. A selection of rose cut, old mine cut and old european cut can be found today on these pages. Most of our antique silver bangles for sale are for women, but there are 86 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are Antique Silver Bangles?

On average, antique silver bangles at 1stDibs sell for $1,064, while they’re typically $100 on the low end and $197,361 for the highest priced versions of this item.

Finding the Right Bangles for You

Today, it would be tough to track down a jewelry lover who doesn’t have a stack of vintage bangles and other bracelets ready to go for any occasion.

People have worn bangles and other bracelets for centuries. Examples can be found in the wide range of personal adornments favored by the Ancient Egyptians, some of whom wore bracelets and armlets made of gold and flecked with gemstones such as lapis and turquoise.

Fashion has evolved over the years, but the popularity of bangles has remained the same. Jewelry makers have created cuffs in all manner of styles, and no matter what your taste, you can find antique and vintage diamond bangles, ruby bangles, emerald bangles and more to suit you and to pair with any of your favorite ensembles. And although “bracelets” and “bangles” are often used interchangeably, there is a difference between the two.

Bangles are solid, one-piece bands that are always characterized by their rigid ring shape. Today, they’re made of metal, plastic, wood or other materials. Because this cuff is a solid piece, you have to slide it over your hand. Bracelets, however, are flexible pieces. Whether they’re charm bracelets, link bracelets, beaded bracelets or another variety, you open and close a bracelet at its ends, where it locks around your wrist with a clasp.

Bracelets and bangles suit most anyone, and there’s a style of bangle for every occasion, whether you’ve opted for an Art Deco bangle, a Victorian-era bangle or another kind. And their versatility doesn’t end there. Jewelry lovers know that when it comes to bangle bracelets (and other kinds of bracelets), you never have to choose just one. Just as you might wear a vintage tennis bracelet by itself or pair it with other thin bracelets, you can opt for a simple pared-down look with a single bangle or go big and stack your sculptural modern bangles to deepen their impact or double up your classic gold bangles and pair them with a T-shirt and jeans or a comfortable cotton day dress.

Browse an extensive collection of vintage bangle bracelets and other bracelets on 1stDibs. Find extraordinary works by iconic jewelry houses such as Cartier, Tiffany Co. and David Webb, or peruse the array of link bracelets, cuff bracelets and diamond bangle bracelets for innumerable accessorizing options.

Questions About Antique Silver Bangles
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 26, 2024
    What antique silver is depends on the context. In many cases, the term refers to silverware and silver decorative objects produced more than 100 years ago. However, antique silver may also be the name of a distressed silver finish frequently used on lighting fixtures and bathroom fixtures. Explore a selection of antique silver wares on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 13, 2023
    The difference between silver and antique silver is age. Items of any age made of silver or a silver alloy may be called silver. The term antique silver refers to silver pieces that are at least 100 years old. On 1stDibs, shop a range of antique, vintage and modern silver tableware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Whether or not antique silver is real depends on the piece. Sometimes, manufacturers simply call a gray-silver finish antique silver. In these cases, the item is usually not real silver. It is possible for antique silver to be pure silver, sterling or silver plated. On 1stDibs, find a wide range of silver decorative objects and jewelry.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Silver-plating refers to the process of applying a thin layer of silver overtop of a base metal, such as copper, nickel or pewter. An antique silver-plated item would have gone through this same process. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver plate items from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
    1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Antique silver plates are antique plates made from either pure silver or have been silver-plated. Silver is a timeless material that’s been popular for centuries, and antique silver is always highly regarded. Shop a collection of antique silver plates from some of the world’s top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 4, 2024
    To identify silver antiques, search for a maker's mark on the base, handle, interior and other inconspicuous areas. Using trusted online resources, research the maker to find out when it was in business and browse online catalogues and image galleries, looking for pieces that resemble yours. Doing so can help you get a rough idea of when your silver objects were manufactured. To be classified as antique, an item must be at least 100 years old. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist with the identification process. On 1stDibs, explore a range of antique silver decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 12, 2024
    What antique silver is made of varies. In most cases, antique silver is sterling silver, which is 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% alloys. You can also find antique silver jewelry and decorative objects made out of other silver alloys, like fine silver, which is 99.9% silver and only 0.1% alloys. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver pieces from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMarch 22, 2022
    Antique silver plating is a thin layer of genuine silver applied over top of a base metal. Depending on the piece, the main metal may be copper, brass or nickel. You'll find a range of antique silver-plated decorative objects on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is an alloyed form of silver, and is made up of 92.5% fine silver and 7.5% copper. An antique sterling silver item will have the same silver content and will be over 100 years old. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique sterling silver from some of the worlds top sellers on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
    Antique silver is a type of silver that is at least a century old. Find a diverse range of intricately designed, elegant antique silver decorative objects and more on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertMay 5, 2023
    Whether antique silverplate has any value depends on a variety of factors. The design of the piece, who made it and decoration are among the biggest determiners of value. Generally, rarer pieces that remain in good condition will be worth the most. Today, just as pewter collectibles and sterling silver are popular with collectors at neighborhood flea markets, antique Sheffield silverplate housewares are sought after for their appearance and rich history. Consider having the piece evaluated by a knowledgeable antiques dealer or certified appraiser to get an accurate estimate of how much it's worth. On 1stDibs, find antique silverplate from some of the world's top sellers.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    Sterling silver is considered antique if it was made over 100 years ago. Many antique sterling silver items will have a mark or stamp. First, clean the item and check for marks. A “925” mark indicates a silver purity of 92.5 percent, which is the composition of sterling silver. If you don’t see a mark, work with a certified appraiser to acid test the item and determine the silver content. You’ll find expertly vetted antique sterling silver items on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 20, 2024
    Whether antique silverware is real silverware or not varies. Many antique flatware pieces feature silver plate, so they consist of a base metal beneath a layer of genuine silver. There is also flatware made entirely from sterling silver, which is an alloy that is 92.5% silver and 7.5% base metal. Researching the hallmarks found on your silverware using trusted online resources can help you determine whether the items are sterling silver or silver plate. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can also assist you. On 1stDibs, shop a large selection of antique silverware.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 8, 2024
    Yes, some antique sterling silver is valuable. Sterling silver of any age has value as a material because it is a precious metal. Some pieces may be worth even more than the going rate for sterling due to their maker, style, type and condition. Some silversmiths whose pieces are often in demand among collectors include Tiffany Co., Georg Jensen, Gorham Manufacturing Company and Towle. On 1stDibs, find a diverse assortment of antique sterling silver wares.
  • 1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
    To tell if a silver spoon is an antique, seek the assistance of a licensed and experienced appraiser. Many antique pieces lack marks, and it is generally not possible to determine the type and age of metal through a simple visual inspection. Shop a collection of expertly vetted antique silver spoons on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    While antique silver plate can be worth something, it is not usually as valuable compared with contemporary pieces or similar sterling silver antiques.
  • 1stDibs ExpertAugust 15, 2024
    Yes, some antique silver plate is worth something. However, any value that a piece has usually comes from its rarity rather than from the cost of its materials, because silver plate contains very little pure silver. There is generally a demand for certain older pieces by Christoffle, Elkington Co., Mapp Webb and other well-known manufacturers. A certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer can evaluate the condition of your piece and give you an idea of how much it is worth. On 1stDibs, shop a variety of silver plate tableware, serveware and decorative objects.
  • 1stDibs ExpertSeptember 16, 2024
    Yes, some silver-plated antique silverware may be worth something. Antique pieces are 100 years old or older, and because of their age, pieces in good condition may be sought after by collectors due to their rarity. The maker, style and type will also impact the potential resale value. In terms of value as scrap metal, antique silver-plated silverware usually isn't worth much because silver plate is made only from a small amount of pure silver. To get an estimated value for your silverware, consult a certified appraiser or experienced antique dealer. Explore a wide range of antique silverware on 1stDibs.