Vintage Amethyst Bracelet
20th Century Unknown Link Bracelets
Amethyst, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Tennis Bracelets
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Link Bracelets
Amethyst, Diamond, 10k Gold, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s Bangles
Amethyst, Diamond, Yellow Gold, 22k Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Modern Link Bracelets
Amethyst, Carnelian, Quartz, Tiger s Eye, Jasper, 10k Gold, 14k Gold, Ye...
20th Century Link Bracelets
Amethyst, Diamond, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Unknown Charm Bracelets
Amethyst, Carnelian, Chalcedony, Citrine, Coral, Garnet, Cultured Pearl,...
Vintage 1980s American Modern Link Bracelets
Amethyst, Diamond, 18k Gold
Vintage 1960s Unknown More Bracelets
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Opal, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Tourmaline, 18k Gold
Antique 19th Century Charm Bracelets
Amethyst, Coral, Jade, Onyx, Pearl, Tourmaline, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Yel...
Late 20th Century Unknown Tennis Bracelets
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, 14k Gold, Ye...
Vintage 1980s Retro Retro Bracelets
Amethyst, Iolite, Peridot, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1970s Swedish Modernist Modern Bracelets
Amethyst, Silver
Vintage 1960s Finnish Modern Modern Bracelets
Amethyst, Silver
1990s Italian Link Bracelets
Amethyst, Citrine, Tourmaline, Blue Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Cuff Bracelets
Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970s Unknown Contemporary Link Bracelets
Amethyst, Carnelian, Chalcedony, Citrine, Multi-gemstone, Quartz, 14k Go...
Vintage 1960s German Art Deco Charm Bracelets
Amethyst, Diamond, Emerald, Sapphire, Platinum
Vintage 1980s American Victorian Retro Bracelets
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Cultured Pearl, Peridot, Ruby, Blue...
Antique 19th Century Unknown Chain Bracelets
Amethyst, Citrine, Diamond, Emerald, Garnet, Opal, Pearl, Turquoise, Yel...
Vintage 1950s Art Deco Link Bracelets
Amethyst, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Blue Sapphire, Blue Topaz, Gold,...
20th Century Bangles
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s British Modern Link Bracelets
Amethyst, Silver
Mid-20th Century Art Deco Link Bracelets
Amethyst, Diamond, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s Mexican Modernist Link Bracelets
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Mid-20th Century Edwardian Link Bracelets
Amethyst, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century Contemporary Link Bracelets
Amethyst, Topaz, 14k Gold
Late 20th Century American Artisan Cuff Bracelets
Amethyst, Citrine, Labradorite, Moonstone, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1970s Unknown Link Bracelets
Amethyst, 18k Gold
Vintage 1950s British Romantic Bangles
Amethyst, Citrine, Sterling Silver
20th Century More Bracelets
21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Bracelets
Amethyst, Cultured Pearl, Garnet, Pearl, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1960s American Art Nouveau Bangles
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Link Bracelets
20th Century Unknown Charm Bracelets
Amethyst, Emerald, Garnet, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Topaz, 14k Gold, Yello...
Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Link Bracelets
Amethyst, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Unknown Contemporary Link Bracelets
Amethyst, Pearl, Gold, Yellow Gold, 14k Gold
20th Century More Bracelets
Silver
Mid-20th Century Modernist Chain Bracelets
Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Quartz, Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century Mexican Artisan Cuff Bracelets
Amethyst, Silver, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1940s Mexican Mid-Century Modern Collectible Jewelry
Amethyst, Sterling Silver
Late 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Link Bracelets
Amethyst, Citrine, Marcasite, Blue Topaz, Sterling Silver
Vintage 1980s American Link Bracelets
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Yellow Gold
Early 2000s American Modern Link Bracelets
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1960s American Artist Charm Bracelets
Amethyst, Carnelian, Coral, Cultured Pearl, Jade, Lapis Lazuli, Quartz, ...
Vintage 1940s American Charm Bracelets
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Lapis Lazuli, Onyx, Pearl, Tiger s Eye, Topaz...
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Link Bracelets
Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Topaz, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Mid-20th Century American Contemporary Bangles
Amethyst, Citrine, Garnet, Peridot, Blue Topaz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Late 20th Century American Contemporary Link Bracelets
Agate, Amethyst, Quartz, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1980s Italian Modern Link Bracelets
Amethyst, Citrine, Iolite, Multi-gemstone, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Y...
20th Century Chain Bracelets
Amethyst, Aquamarine, Citrine, Garnet, Tourmaline, Gold, 18k Gold, Yello...
Vintage 1980s Modern Bangles
Amethyst, Chalcedony, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
20th Century Chandelier Earrings
Amethyst, Citrine, Peridot, Topaz, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Pearl, Black ...
Late 20th Century More Bracelets
Amethyst, Marcasite, Sterling Silver
20th Century Beaded Bracelets
Amethyst, Pearl, 14k Gold
Vintage 1940s Retro Bracelets
Vintage 1930s Retro Bracelets
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How Much is a Vintage Amethyst Bracelet?
The Legacy of Amethyst in Jewelry Design
There are few gemstones in the world that are both affordable and worthy of a duchess’s attention. But then not many stones are as beautiful as amethyst. Indeed, vintage and antique amethyst jewelry has innumerable fans, and February’s birthstone has many unique attributes. For the romantics, there are several tales in Greek mythology that tell the story of Bacchus and Amethyste, a maiden that he pursues yet is rescued by Diane by turning her into a white stone. Bacchus, mourning his love, pours a glass of wine over the sculpture, dyeing her purple.
Amethyst has adorned many royal jewels. One of the most enviable jewelry collections of all time belonged to Wallis Simpson, the Duchess of Windsor. In 1947, the Duke gifted her with a Cartier amethyst and turquoise bib necklace. This special order piece was made with twisted 18-carat and 20-carat gold, platinum, brilliant- and baguette-cut diamonds, one heart-shaped faceted amethyst, 27 emerald-cut amethysts, one oval faceted amethyst, and turquoise cabochons. The Duchess was not the only Royal with a penchant for the purple gemstone. The tiara now owned by Queen Silvia of Sweden is set with amethysts that once belonged to the French Empress Josephine. A stunning 56-carat cushion-cut, square-shaped amethyst set in an 18-karat yellow gold necklace designed by Tiffany Co. is now in the collection of the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History.
The Smithsonian also has in its possession an even more rare example of fine amethyst: the 96-carat Morris Amethyst Brooch. The brooch features a deep, rich purple heart-shaped amethyst. The museum states that the piece was likely made during the Edwardian period (1901–15) “when platinum and diamonds were often used, and amethyst, a favorite stone of King Edward VII’s wife, Alexandra, was often included in jewelry of the era.”
Another amethyst necklace, with an even richer story, can be found in the Natural History Museum of London. Known as the Delhi Purple Sapphire (even though the stone is an amethyst), this stone was stolen from the Temple of Indra during the Indian Mutiny of 1857. Anyone in possession of this stone is bound to have terrible luck, including its owner Edward Heron-Allen, who gifted the gemstone to the museum thinking that this would save him but ended up transferring the bad luck to the museum curators overseeing the stone.
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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.
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- 1stDibs ExpertNovember 20, 2024To tell if a bracelet is vintage, look on the inside or clasp for a maker's mark. By researching the maker using trusted online resources and learning about the types of pieces they created, you can often get a rough idea of when your bracelet was produced. Vintage bracelets are 20 to 99 years old. Any bracelet that is 100 years old or older is antique. If you encounter any difficulties during your research, a certified appraiser or experienced jeweler can help date your piece. Find a wide range of vintage bracelets on 1stDibs.
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This iconic jewel has captured countless hearts with its elegant design and its amatory symbolism. Counterfeiters have taken note of the demand and created fake versions. If you’re looking for a genuine Cartier Love bracelet, it’s crucial to check all the elements for authenticity. Our guide will teach you the telltale traits of a knockoff.
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