French Cut Diamond Line Bracelet
2010s American Modern Link Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s French Modern Tennis Bracelets
Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Antique Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1930s French Retro Link Bracelets
18k Gold
Vintage 1940s American Link Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1920s French Art Deco Cuff Bracelets
Diamond, Platinum
1990s Contemporary Link Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970s French Link Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s French Belle Époque Link Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s French Victorian Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Mixed Metal
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Onyx, White Diamond, Platinum
Antique 1880s Chain Bracelets
Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Early 2000s French Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1960s French Retro Link Bracelets
Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold
1990s French Contemporary Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold, White Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary French Art Deco Retro Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
20th Century French Modern Clamper Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel
Vintage 1980s French Retro Link Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s French Modern Link Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century French Retro Link Bracelets
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s Link Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Antique Late 19th Century French Victorian Wrist Watches
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold
21st Century and Contemporary German Contemporary Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1930s American Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
2010s French Modern Bangles
Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Onyx, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s Late Victorian Link Bracelets
Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, Sterling Silver
21st Century and Contemporary European Modern Bracelets
Diamond, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 1880s French Chain Necklaces
Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Link Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow ...
Antique Early 1900s American Belle Époque Link Bracelets
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Wrist Watches
Diamond
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Wrist Watches
Diamond
Antique 1880s Victorian Link Bracelets
Diamond, Garnet, Opal, Natural Pearl, Ruby, Turquoise, 14k Gold, 15k Gold
Vintage 1980s French Cocktail Rings
Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold
Vintage 1970s French Wrist Watches
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Wrist Watches
Diamond
Early 2000s French Modern Link Bracelets
Emerald, 18k Gold
Vintage 1940s French Wrist Watches
Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold
21st Century and Contemporary French Artist Link Necklaces
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1980s French Retro Wrist Watches
Diamond, 18k Gold
Antique Early 1900s American Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Garnet, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1920s French Brooches
Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1920s North American Art Deco Brooches
Diamond, Jade, Onyx, White Diamond, Platinum
21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Charm Bracelets
Chalcedony, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1920s American Art Deco Desk Accessories
Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum, Enamel
Vintage 1940s Retro Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold
Late 20th Century French Pendant Necklaces
Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Link Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1950s Swiss Wrist Watches
Diamond, Platinum
Vintage 1910s Art Deco Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum
Early 2000s French Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, White Gold
20th Century French Tennis Bracelets
Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
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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 rings, vintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings.
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Finding the Right Bracelets for You
Today, antique and vintage bracelets are versatile and universally loved accessories that can add polish and pizzazz to any ensemble.
Bracelets were among the jewels discovered to have been buried with Pharaoh Tutankhamun when his tomb was unearthed in 1922, and wrist and arm bracelets were allegedly worn by Queen Puabi in Sumer, southern Mesopotamia. But preceding the adornments of Ancient Egypt and elsewhere, the people of prehistoric times likely wore the decorative accessory, fashioning it from shells and fish bones. When the Bronze Age allowed for more durable materials and semiprecious stones to be incorporated into jewelry, bracelets became a treasured symbol of wealth.
In the thousands of years following the debut of the world’s first bracelets, the artistry behind this common accessory has only broadened, with designers at popular jewelry houses growing more venturesome over time. David Webb looked to nature for his Animal Kingdom bracelets, and for her best-selling bracelets and more at Tiffany Co., Elsa Peretti would frequently do the same. From bangles to tennis bracelets, the modern age offers plenty of options.
Internationally acclaimed bracelet designs have on occasion become powerful symbols of status, style and, in the case of Cartier's iconic design, love. The Cartier Love bracelet can be found on the wish list of most jewelry lovers and on the wrist of some of the world’s biggest stars. Its arrangement of mock screwheads and distinctive functionality — it was initially locked and unlocked with an accompanying vermeil screwdriver — is an enduring expression of loyalty, unity and romance. (Do you know how to spot a fake Cartier Love bracelet?)
While the Love bracelet has played a role in the skyrocketing popularity of cuff-style bracelets, they are far from the only glamorous option for collectors. Make a statement with an Art Deco design, a style that sees all kinds of iterations fitted with studded cuffs, one-of-a-kind shapes and dazzling insets. A chunky vintage gold bracelet in the Retro style will prove eye-catching and elevate any outfit.
One of the best things about bracelets, however, is that you never have to choose just one. Style icon Jacqueline Kennedy stacked her Croisillon bracelets — designed by Jean Schlumberger for Tiffany Co. — with such frequency that the ornate bangles were eventually dubbed “Jackie bracelets” by reporters. Contemporary silver pieces can easily complement each other, rendering a layering of luxury almost a necessity.
Find a diverse collection of bracelets that you can sort by style, stone cut and more on 1stDibs.
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