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Illusion Emerald-Cut Diamond Halo Open Cuff Bangle Bracelet in 18 Karat Gold
By BOON
Located in Bangkok, TH
Illusion Emerald-Cut Diamond Halo Open Cuff Bangle Bracelet in 18K Rose Gold Gold: 18K Rose Gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Journey Bangle-Your Grace-Rose Gold Tsavorite Insert
By Sovereign Stones
Located in Hamilton, QLD
This decadent piece features the highest quality brilliant cut diamonds set in solid 18k rose gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Tsavorite, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Journey Bangle-Your Grace-Rose Gold, Ruby Insert
By Sovereign Stones
Located in Hamilton, QLD
This decadent piece features the highest quality brilliant cut diamonds set in solid 18k rose gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

Journey Bangle-Your Grace-Rose Gold Sapphire Insert
By Sovereign Stones
Located in Hamilton, QLD
This decadent piece features the highest quality brilliant cut diamonds set in solid 18k rose gold
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Australian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Rose Gold, 18k Gold

18 Karat Rose Gold 0.22 Carat White Diamonds 0.80 Carat Blue Sapphire Bangle
Located in Genoa, IT
Italian Expertise. Handcrafted In Rose Gold With White Diamonds and Blue Sapphires. 18 Kt Rose Gold 6.10
Category

2010s Italian Bangles

Materials

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

Tetra Hydra Bangle with Grey Mother of Pearl and Diamonds in 18k Rose Gold
By Butani
Located in Hong Kong, Kowloon
individual pieces in the Tetra collection. JEWEL TYPE: BANGLE METAL : 18K ROSE GOLD DIAMOND WEIGHT : 2.71
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Rose Gold

Tetra Apex Bangle with Grey Mother of Pearl and Diamonds in 18K Rose Gold
By Butani
Located in Hong Kong, Kowloon
complement all individual pieces in the Tetra collection. JEWEL TYPE: BANGLE METAL : 18K GOLD DIAMOND
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Tricolor Gold Pavé Diamond Bangle
Located in Bangkok, TH
Tricolour 18K Gold Bangle with Pavé Diamond Diamond: 0.67 total carat Gold: 18K Yellow Gold
Category

2010s Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Matthia s Claire 18 Karat Gold and Princess Cut Diamond "Skin" Bracelet Bangle
By Matthia s Claire
Located in New Orleans, LA
Matthia's & Claire 18k rose gold & diamond ""Skin"" bracelet From the Matthia's & Claire "Skin
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Swiss Modernist Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Spiral Multiple Strings Bangle Bracelet with Diamonds
Located in Valenza, IT
features an enticing asymmetrical design, accented with six 0.80 ct white brilliant-cut diamonds that add
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Snake Motif Bracelet 22 Karat Yellow Gold Rose Cut Diamonds 32.3 Grams
Located in West Hollywood, CA
. Serpent head and tail decorated with rose cut diamonds, eyes set with rubies. Overall weight 32.3 grams
Category

1990s Egyptian Egyptian Revival Bangles

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, 22k Gold

Sim and Roz 14K Rose Gold Bracelet with Princess cut Garnet and Diamonds
Located in Istanbul, 34
passion. Flanked by shimmering diamond accents, the design is both modern and sophisticated, with smooth
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Art Deco Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

18 Karat Labyrinth Pink Gold Bracelet/Bangle with Vs-Gh Diamonds
By Hueb
Located in New York, NY
intertwines precious gemstones with diamonds, set in 18k gold
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold

An attractive golden closed forever bracelet set with rose cut diamonds
Located in Amsterdam, NL
An attractive 14k golden closed forever bracelet set with an entourage of 5 graduating rose cut
Category

20th Century Dutch Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

18 Karat Wave Pink Gold Bracelet/Bangle with Vs-Gh Diamonds
By Hueb
Located in New York, NY
Capturing the mesmerizing movements of the south Atlantic Ocean, as it dips and caresses the Brazilian shoreline. the Wave collection showcases jewelry that features iridescent nuanc...
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold

Black Ceramic Flexible Bracelet with Rose Gold and Diamond Ornamentation
By Roberto Demeglio
Located in New Orleans, LA
Chic Flexible Black Ceramic Bracelet with 18k Rose Gold and White Diamond Insert-1.5 carats
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Italian Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Rose Gold

Clover Flex Diamond Bangle 14k Yellow Gold 6.5"
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Indulge in the timeless elegance of our Luxurious 14k Gold Diamond-Encrusted Bangle. 14 Karat Rose
Category

2010s American Modern Bangles

Materials

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

Diamond and Green Tourmaline Contrariè Braclet in 18 Karat Rose Gold
Located in Valenza, IT
features two round-cut green tourmalines set in white diamonds and centered on discs made of aligned 18 Kt
Category

2010s Italian Artisan Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Susan Lister Locke “Blingy Bangle” in 14kt Pink Gold
By Susan Lister Locke
Located in Nantucket, MA
Bangles never go out of style! Available in 14kt Pink, Yellow and White Gold— these beauties
Category

2010s American Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

Flat Band Square Diamond Cuff Bold Bracelet, "Manette" Collection
Located in Valenza, IT
women with a new-fangled but simple style. Sparkling brilliant-cut diamonds in a square flush setting
Category

2010s Italian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

White, brown and black diamonds snake fashion bracelet with rubies
Located in Valenza, IT
personality. Beautifully crafted in 18 Kt rose gold, this elegant bracelet is shaped in a diamond-pavé snake
Category

2010s Italian Artisan Bangles

Materials

White Diamond, Black Diamond, Ruby, Brown Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

TORRINI "Zero" bracelet. Yellow gold 14k. Diamonds. Adjustable.
By Torrini
Located in Firenze, IT
Zero Bracelet is a Must among our Classic styles. It has a diamond belt that allow to adjust the
Category

2010s Italian Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

19th Century Four Precious Stones Bracelet "Emmanuel" Made in 1883
Located in Paris, FR
rose cut diamond wings. Overall the bangle, the letter of Emmanuel are displayed in calibre precious
Category

Antique 1880s French Revival Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, 18k Gold

Edwardian Rose Gold Old European Cut Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in METAIRIE, LA
This Period Edwardian 14KT Rose Gold bangle is accented with exceptionally detailed Hand Engraving
Category

Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

18.3 Carat Rose Cut Round Diamond 18 Karat Tricolor Gold Cuff Bangle
By Butani
Located in Hong Kong, Kowloon
rose gold (all 18K) and pave-set with 18.30 rose cut and round white and yellow diamonds
Category

2010s Hong Kong Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Yellow Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold,...

18 Karat Rose Gold Brilliant Cut White and Blue Diamond Bangle Bracelet
By Fotis Poniros
Located in Athens, Athens
18 Karat Rose Gold Brilliant Cut White and Blue Diamond Bangle Bracelet The House of Poniros is a
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Greek Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Blue Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Simon G. Tapered Diamond Bangle Bracelet in 18K Rose Gold
By Simon G Jewelry
Located in Lumberton, TX
Simon G. Tapered Diamond Bangle Featuring Fifty-Three Round Cut Exquisitely Cut Round Cut Diamonds
Category

2010s American Modern Modern Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Giraffe print enamel white diamond tubogas bangle bracelet
Located in Valenza, IT
crafted in 18kt rose gold. The bangle is equipped with an internal spring in order to enhance its
Category

2010s Italian Artisan Retro Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

Pink Tourmaline Diamond Open-Cuff Bangle Modern Gold Bracelet
Located in Valenza, IT
For a dainty, feminine look this bangle bracelet has all it takes: a sleek 18 Kt rose gold open
Category

2010s Italian Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

18 Karat Spectrum Pink Gold Bracelet/Bangle with Vs-Gh Diamonds and Pink
By Hueb
Located in New York, NY
Inspired by the vast array of hues found within the rainbow, the Spectrum Collection features an assortment of multicolored gemstones set in 18k gold.
Category

2010s Indian Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian Rose Gold and Rose-Cut Diamonds Bangle Bracelet
Located in PARIS, FR
Antique bracelet in rose gold, silver, and rose-cut diamonds Bangle bracelet in 18k rose gold (750
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Rose Cut Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in NEW ORLEANS, LA
bangle bracelet contains 30 sparkling rose cut diamonds weighing 6.10 carats. The diamonds vary in rose
Category

20th Century Unknown Art Deco Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

Edwardian Rose Cut Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
A beautiful diamond bracelet from the Edwardian (ca1910) era! Crafted in 14kt gold, the bangle
Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Turquoise and Rose Cut Diamond Bangle
Located in New York, NY
This beautiful victorian looking rosecut diamond and Turquoise center design openable bangle
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Victorian Bangles

Materials

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

Gurhan Platinum Rose Cut Diamond Bangle Bracelet
By Gurhan
Located in Miami, FL
. Accenting the hammered finish of the bracelet are 3 Rose Cut DImaonds, Round, Pear and Oval shaped
Category

1990s Turkish Art Deco Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Victorian Garnet Cabochon Rose Cut Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
luscious garnet cabochons, which are separated by sections of old Rose Cut diamonds set in sterling silver
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Garnet, 15k Gold, Sterling Silver

Victorian 3.00 Carats Rose Cut Diamonds Bangle Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
side. Lining the front of the bracelet are beautiful rose cut diamonds in a closed foil back setting
Category

Antique 1880s Victorian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Edwardian 1.25 Total Carat Rose Cut Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
sparkling rose cut diamonds, which carry seamlessly all the way around the exterior. The diamonds vary in
Category

Vintage 1910s Edwardian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Platinum

Antique Pearl Rose-cut Diamond Bangle by Hunt Roskell
Located in Litchfield, CT
pearl and rose-cut diamond floret and leaves. The look is demurely well dressed. As expected of a
Category

Antique Late 19th Century English Victorian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 14k Gold

Pretty in Gold flush set rose cut diamond bangle.
Located in New York, NY
any dress anytime. The whole bangle is handmade and set with rosecut diamonds all around with small
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Contemporary Bangles

Materials

White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Victorian Powder Blue Enamel and Rose Cut Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
age. However, its buckle design, further set with rose cut diamonds is a sculptural beauty with a
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

French Victorian Old Mine and Rose Cut Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
European and Rose Cut diamonds. Lining the front of the piece is an unbelievably brilliant row of thirteen
Category

Antique 1880s French Victorian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver Indian Rose Cut Diamond Bangle Bracelets
Located in Dallas, TX
India and are of oxidized sterling silver and 14k yellow gold with rose cut diamonds. The smaller
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Silver, Yellow Gold

Certified Icy Apple Green Jade Rose Cut Diamond Bangle Bracelet, Lucky Jade
Located in Hong Kong, HK
new rose cut and round brilliant white diamonds. The meaning behind the jade leaf carving is that the
Category

2010s Hong Kong Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

LB Exclusive Antique 18 Karat Gold and Silver Rose Cut Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Southampton, PA
With resplendent rose cut diamonds totaling 3.00 carats embellishing the gorgeous silver that
Category

20th Century Unknown Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver, Gold

14 Karat Yellow Gold and Sterling Silver Victorian Rose Cut Diamond Bangle Brace
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K yellow gold / Sterling Silver Diamonds: 39 rose cut = 1.50cttw Color
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver

LB Exclusive Antique 18 Karat Gold and Silver Rose Cut Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Southampton, PA
With resplendent rose cut diamonds totaling 3.00 carats embellishing the gorgeous silver that
Category

20th Century Unknown Bangles

Materials

White Diamond, Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Silver

Victorian Yellow Gold Blue Enamel and Rose Cut Diamond Bangle
Located in Cape May, NJ
: Old Mine Rose Cut Diamonds Stone Carat Weight: Approximately 1 Carat Color/ Clarity: G/H - VS2/SI1
Category

Antique 1860s Unknown Victorian Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold

Emeralds Gold Diamonds Bangle Bracelet
Located in Marcianise, IT
Emeralds Yellow Gold 14 And Silver 925 Carat Rose Cut Diamonds Bangle Bracelet Bracelet weight
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, Silver

3.61 Carat Old Mine Cut and Rose Cut Diamond Bypass Style Bangle Bracelet
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
An absolutely stunning 3.61 carat old mine cut and rose cut Diamond bangle bracelet in 14 karat
Category

Antique Late 19th Century Unknown Victorian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

1980s Coral 9 Carat Yellow Gold Diamonds Bangle Bracelet
Located in Marcianise, IT
1980S Coral Yellow Gold 9 Carat and 925 silver Rose Cut Diamonds Bangle Bracelet Bracelet Total
Category

Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Bangles

Materials

Coral, Diamond, 9k Gold

Antique Natural Pearl Diamond Gold Platinum Crossover Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
elements that are embellished with lovely rose cut diamonds. Each end of the bangle holds a luminous
Category

Antique 1880s Belle Époque Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Natural Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold, Platinum, Yellow Gold

Round Cut Diamond Rose Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Roman Malakov
Located in New York, NY
A simple but elegant bangle bracelet set with 51 round cut diamonds weighing 0.50 carats total. Has
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, Rose Gold

9 Karat Rose Gold and Rose Cut Diamond Hinged Bangle
Located in Brisbane City, QLD
A lovely 9 karat rose gold, rose cut diamond hinged bangle. The handmade gold setting is claw set
Category

20th Century Victorian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Gold, 9k Gold, Rose Gold

Contemporary Rose Cut Diamond Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Narberth, PA
A wonderful Estate Rose Cut diamond and gold bangle bracelet! This bangle is made of vibrant 18kt
Materials

Diamond

Royal Looking Rose Cut Diamond Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Adorn yourself with this super royal looking 14K yellow gold bangle with rose cut diamonds. This
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Indian Victorian Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, Rhodium, Silver, Yellow Gold

Rose Cut Diamond Gold Buckle Bangle Bracelet
Located in Chevy Chase, MD
A wonderful rose cut diamond 15K yellow and white gold buckle bangle bracelet. The 28 diamonds are
Category

Late 20th Century Retro Bangles

Materials

Diamond, 15k Gold

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Rose Cut Diamond Bangle For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact rose cut diamond bangle you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, 18k Gold and Rose Gold, this item was constructed with great care. You can easily find a 81 antique edition and 90 modern creations to choose from as well. Finding the perfect rose cut diamond bangle may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 19th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. For this particular piece, .5 Carat and 1 Carat are consistently popular carat weights. Finding an appealing rose cut diamond bangle — no matter the origin — is easy, but Meghna Jewels, Cartier and Bibi van der Velden each produced a popular version that is worth a look. See these pages for a rose cut iteration of this accessory, while there are also brilliant cut cut and mixed cut cut versions available here, too. When shopping for a rose cut diamond bangle, you’ll find that there are less available pieces for unisex or men today than there are for women.

How Much is a Rose Cut Diamond Bangle?

The price for a rose cut diamond bangle starts at $840 and tops out at $98,503 with these bracelets, on average, selling for $6,236.

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 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 Rose Cut Diamond Bangle
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    A rose cut diamond boasts a cabbed flat base and a faceted top. It is called a rose cut diamond because it resembles the shape of a rose.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 27, 2023
    Yes, rose-cut diamonds are often more expensive than some other cuts, including the brilliant round. Largely, the difference in price comes from the fact that the cut works best with diamonds that have a high clarity rating. As a result, the cut tends to cost more per carat. However, the rose cut makes diamonds appear larger in size, so you may be able to save money by opting for a smaller gemstone. Explore an assortment of rose-cut diamond rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertNovember 2, 2021
    Rose-cut diamonds are uncommon in modern jewelry and are often associated with antique styles like Victorian or Georgian. The rose cut is circular like its namesake flower, with a flat top and a domed crown with either 12 or 24 facets. This cut dates back to the 16th century. Find a collection of antique and vintage rose-cut diamond rings on 1stDibs today.