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Art Nouveau Diamond Ruby Sapphire Emerald Aquamarine Pearl Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
Silver. This Bracelet has 1.80 Carats of White Diamonds. This Bracelet has 0.70 Carats of Black Modern
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Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Retro Bracelets

Materials

Aquamarine, Chalcedony, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Pearl, Cu...

Art Nouveau Diamond Ruby Sapphire Emerald Aquamarine Pearl Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
. This Bracelet has 1.80 Carats of White Diamonds. This Bracelet has 0.70 Carats of Black Modern Round
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Retro Bracelets

Materials

Aquamarine, Chalcedony, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Pearl, Cu...

Art Nouveau Diamond Ruby Sapphire Emerald Aquamarine Pearl Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
. This Bracelet has 1.80 Carats of White Diamonds. This Bracelet has 0.70 Carats of Black Modern Round
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Retro Bracelets

Materials

Aquamarine, Chalcedony, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Pearl, Cu...

Art Nouveau Diamond Ruby Sapphire Emerald Aquamarine Pearl Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
. This Bracelet has 1.80 Carats of White Diamonds. This Bracelet has 0.70 Carats of Black Modern Round
Category

Late 20th Century Italian Art Nouveau Retro Bracelets

Materials

Aquamarine, Chalcedony, Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Pearl, Cu...

Piaget Ladies Gold Diamond and Stone Dial Quartz Wristwatch
By Piaget
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s Piaget Ladies Wrist Watch, 27 X 24 M.M. 18K yellow Gold 2 Piece case with White Gold
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Vintage 1980s Swiss Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

Asch Grossbardt Vintage Diamond Gemstone Inlay 14 Karat Gold Mesh Bracelet
By Asch Grossbardt
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Mesh style bracelet with a central barrel shaped station with deeply ridged gold endcaps Station
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Vintage 1970s Contemporary Modern Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Malachite, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Multi Gemstones Art Deco Style Bracelet in 18K White gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
This elegance bracelet reverting “jazz age”. The feel of white gold and the sparkle from the
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21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Link Bracelets

Materials

Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Amulette de Cartier Open Bracelet in Rose Gold
By Cartier
Located in London, England
, onyx and diamond. The bracelet features the iconic Cartier's Amulette motif. Each motif is centrally
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2010s Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold

Victorian 1870 Etruscan Revival Enamel Star Bracelet in 15kt Gold with Diamonds
Located in Miami, FL
Victorian Etruscan Revival bracelet. A classic and very beautiful bracelet, created in England
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Antique 1870s English Etruscan Revival Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 15k Gold, Yellow Gold, Enamel

Art Deco-Style Ladies Watch Platinum 14k Gold Onyx Mechanical 2 Yr Wnty .20ctw
Located in Greensboro, NC
and equipped with a crown set with a synthetic sapphire accent. Fastening with a 14k white gold clasp
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20th Century Unknown Art Deco Wrist Watches

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Platinum

Cartier Le Baiser Du Dragon Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in Mayfair, London, London
A unique 18k white gold diamond ruby and onyx Cartier bracelet from the Le Baiser Du Dragon
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21st Century and Contemporary Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 18k Gold, White Gold

Cartier Diamond Ruby 18 Karat White Gold Yin Yang Charm Pendant
By Cartier
Located in Simpsonville, SC
Introducing the Cartier Diamond Ruby 18 Karat White Gold Yin Yang Charm—a harmonious and enchanting
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold

Treasures of Japan Multi Gemstones Antique Inspired Bracelet in 18k White Gold
Located in Bangkok, TH
Art Deco style geometric lines. Bracelet Information Metal: 18K White Gold Width: 21 mm. Length:183
Category

21st Century and Contemporary Thai Art Deco Bangles

Materials

Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, White Gold

Victorian 1880 Pearls Bangle Bracelet in 14Kt Yellow Gold with Rose Cuts Diamond
Located in Miami, FL
pattern made up with natural white pearls and rose cut diamonds. It should be noted that what is very
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Antique 1880s English High Victorian Bangles

Materials

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

Fei Liu Emerald-Cut Ruby Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Dress Ring
By Fei Liu
Located in Birmingham, GB
circular onyx weighing a total of 14.2ct with articulated 18ct white gold embellished with diamonds and
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2010s British Contemporary Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Ruby, Gold, 18k Gold, Gold Plate, White...

Asch Grossbardt Diamond and Enamel Bangle
By Asch Grossbardt
Located in Boca Raton, FL
Designer: Asch Grossbardt Material: 14k yellow gold Diamond Details: Approximately 0.15ctw of round
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21st Century and Contemporary Unknown Bangles

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Malachite, Onyx, Turquoise,...

ERTE "Tempest" Cuff Bracelet
By Erté
Located in Chicago, IL
Large Sterling Silver and 14K White Gold " Tempest" Cuff Bracelet in the Famous Erte Art Deco Style
Category

Vintage 1980s American Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, Sterling Silver

Asch Grossbardt Multi Gemstone Inlay Vintage 18K Yellow Gold Bracelet
By Asch Grossbardt
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Diamonds G-H Color VS2-SI1 Clarity .20 Carats, Mother of Pearl, Black Onyx, Coral, Malachite, Turquoise
Category

21st Century and Contemporary American Modern Bangles

Materials

White Diamond, Multi-gemstone, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

England 1860 Victorian Etruscan Revival Woven Bracelet In 14Kt Yellow Gold
Located in Miami, FL
six-prongs settings, with 2 old European rose cut diamonds, 0.38 carats, white colorless F/G color, VS
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Antique 1860s English Victorian Link Bracelets

Materials

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

David Webb Enamel Gem Set Gold Platinum Bangle Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in Chicago, IL
Circa 1980s David Webb, 18K yellow Gold and Platinum Hinged Bangle Bracelet. Set with Diamonds and
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Vintage 1980s American Bangles

Materials

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

1987 Rolex Day Date White Gold Lapis Dial Ref. 18039
By Rolex
Located in Dubai, AE
good matching 8385 White gold President bracelet that is not showing much wear from age. The clasp code
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Vintage 1980s Wrist Watches

Materials

Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, White Gold

iconic 1. edition chopard happy diamonds for men
By Chopard
Located in Munich, DE
watch the name happy diamonds and started the production. this 18k white gold watch is one of the 1
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Vintage 1970s French Modern Table Clocks and Desk Clocks

Materials

Gold

Cartier Panthère Double Headed 18K Gold Bangle with Original Box Papers
By Cartier
Located in Miami, FL
Blue Blue Sapphires ✔ Diamonds: 52 Round-Brilliant Cut White Diamonds ✔ Onyx: 2 Cabochon-Cut Black Onyx
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Late 20th Century French Modern Bangles

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Gold, 18k Gold, Y...

Van Cleef Arpels VCA Lion Ebouriffé Diamond Emerald Brooch Yellow Gold French
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Lisbon, PT
brilliant-cut diamond cheeks in white gold, polished yellow gold whiskers, mane and tail and a black onyx
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Vintage 1960s French Modern Brooches

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage 18 Karat White Gold Diamond and Onyx Bracelet
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom design Material: 18k white gold Diamond: 22 round brilliant diamonds= 0.15cttw
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21st Century and Contemporary Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Asprey Onyx Diamond White Gold Bracelet
By Asprey International Limited
Located in Southampton, PA
Asprey of London presents this elegant bracelet in 18K white gold, with diamonds and onyx. The
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Late 20th Century British Modern Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Carla Bracelet in Yellow Gold, Onyx and White Diamonds
By Olivo Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
plaque with the name Carla in white diamonds Total Gold gr 45 Total Onyx weight gr 3 Total White Diamonds
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Vintage 1970s Italian Chain Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

Diamond Onyx White Gold Panther Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
This gorgeous hinged bangle bracelet features a panther design crafted in 18k white gold and black
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Early 2000s American Bangles

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

18kt White Gold Bracelet with 2.66ct Diamonds and Pink Onyx
Located in Antwerp, BE
Very Elegant 18kt White Gold Bracelet With 2.66ct Diamonds and Pink Onyx We have a similar one with
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21st Century and Contemporary European Artisan Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, White Gold

White Diamonds Onyx Emeralds Coral White Gold Link Bracelet
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Unique design link bracelet composed of two onyx ring rows linked thanks to 14K white and rose gold
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Vintage 1980s Italian Retro Link Bracelets

Materials

Coral, White Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold

Diamonds, Onyx, Pearls, White Gold Link Retrò Bracelet
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Elegant and unique link retrò braceler in 9K white gold structure, mounted with 4.30 ct of diamonds
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Vintage 1970s Retro Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, 9k Gold, White Gold

Handcrafted Beaded Bracelet Onyx, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
message center. Beaded bracelet realized with 6 strands of onyx beads and decoration in 14k white gold
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Rubies, Diamonds, Onyx, 14 Karat White Gold Retrò Bracelet
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
covered by the seller (customs duties included). Beautiful retrò bracelet in 14 karat white gold
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamond Onyx Emerald Link Gold Bracelet
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Charming and splendid link bracelet in 14Kt white gold adorned and linked with diamonds, shining
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Late 20th Century Italian Retro Link Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

1970s Erte Onyx Diamond Sterling and Gold Bracelet
By Erté
Located in Hicksville, NY
1970s Erte Designer Sterling Silver and 14 Karat Gold Diamond and Onyx Bracelet A necklace made by
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Vintage 1970s French Retro Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold

Handcraft Snake 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Coral and Onyx Cuff Bracelet
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. Snake 18 karat white gold cuff bracelet. Handmade by our craftsmen and
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Artisan Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Alhambra 18k White Gold Diamond Onyx Bracelet
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in MIAMI, FL
Authentic Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra bracelet crafted in 18 karat white gold features alternating
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2010s French Modern Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, White Gold, 18k Gold

Ella Gafter South Sea Pearl Onyx Diamond White Gold Bracelet
By Ella Gafter
Located in New York, NY
transversal motifs in white gold. The untreated South Sea pearls all range between 16mm and 17mm in diameter
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Cuff Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Onyx, South Sea Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Handcrafted Bracelet, Coral, Onyx, Diamonds, 14 Karat White Gold Vintage
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Retro bracelet in 14k white gold structure with sections of rubrum coral and onyx enriched with
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Vintage 1970s Italian Retro Link Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Alhambra Bracelet in Diamonds and Onyx in 18k White Gold
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra bracelet, A modern black onyx and diamond 5 motif. The bracelet is
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, White Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Alhambra Bracelet in Diamonds and Onyx in 18k White Gold
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra bracelet, A modern black onyx and diamond 5 motif. The bracelet is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, White Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Alhambra Bracelet in Diamonds and Onyx in 18k White Gold
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra bracelet, A modern black onyx and diamond 5 motif. The bracelet is
Category

21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, White Gold

Diamonds, Sapphires, Emeralds, Onyx, Corals, 14 Karat White Gold Fantasy Bracelet
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Amazing bracelet in 14k white gold structure. The bracelet presents a fantasy pattern with
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Vintage 1960s Italian Retro Retro Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Emerald, Onyx, Sapphire, 14k Gold, White Gold

Diamonds, Onyx, White Hard Stone, 9 Karat Rose Gold and Silver, Retro Bracelet
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Beautiful retro bracelet in 9k rose gold and silver structure, formed by onyx ring and white hard
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Retro Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Handcraft Opal Horse 18 Karat White and Yellow Gold Onyx Diamonds Cuff Bracelet
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
message to solve the problem. 18 karat yellow and white gold cuff bracelet. Handmade by our craftsmen
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Cuff Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Opal, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Style Red Coral Ruby Sapphire White Diamond Onyx White Gold Bracelet
By Luigi Ferrara
Located in Naples, IT
This Bracelet is made of 14K White Gold. This Bracelet has 0.30 Carats of White Modern Round Cut
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Art Deco Retro Bracelets

Materials

Coral, Diamond, White Diamond, Onyx, Ruby, Sapphire, Pink Sapphire, Yell...

Van Cleef Arpels Vintage Alhambra Black Onyx Diamond Motif White Gold Bracelet
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Oakton, VA
18K White Gold / AU 750 (Confirmed by precious metal scan & gold purity tests) 12.30 Grams 1.00
Category

2010s French Modern Charm Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

White Gold Rubies and Diamonds Bracelet
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Classic contemporary bracelet, with a diamonds flower design that's embellished a onyx hexagon. All
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Late 20th Century Italian Contemporary More Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 14k Gold, White Gold

18 Karat Onyx, Coral and Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in Aspen, CO
Onyx and coral create a striking color contrast in this bold and substantial 18K bangle bracelet
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Late 20th Century Unknown Modern Bangles

Materials

Coral, Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Magic Alhambra White Gold Onyx and Diamonds Earrings
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Magic Alhambra earrings, 2 motifs, rhodium plated 18K white gold, onyx, round diamonds; diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Van Cleef Arpels Magic Alhambra White Gold Onyx and Diamonds Earrings
By Van Cleef Arpels
Located in Neguri, Vizcaya
Magic Alhambra earrings, 2 motifs, rhodium plated 18K white gold, onyx, round diamonds; diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary French Contemporary Chandelier Earrings

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, White Gold

Pearls, Diamonds, Onyx, Mother-of-Pearl Rose Gold and Silver Beaded Bracelet
Located in Marcianise, Marcianise (CE)
Lovely beaded bracelet in 9k rose gold and silver structure consisting of 2 rows of white untreated
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Vintage 1950s Italian Retro Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, Pearl, Ruby, 9k Gold, Rose Gold, Silver

Black Ceramic and 18 Karat White Gold Chain Bracelet with White Diamonds
By Annellino Fine Jewellery
Located in London, GB
Further Details 23,30g White 18kt Gold 174 (1,30ct) White VS-G Diamonds 174 White Diamonds have
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Contemporary Chain Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Onyx, White Gold

Against Evil Eye Diamond Onyx Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Introducing the "Against Evil Eye" Diamond Onyx Bracelet. The center part of the bracelet is
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21st Century and Contemporary American Contemporary Beaded Bracelets

Materials

Diamond, Onyx, 14k Gold

Gucci Le Marché des Merveilles Yellow Gold Diamond Onyx Feline Charm Bracelet
By Gucci
Located in Southampton, PA
The Gucci “LMDM” bracelet is crafted from 18K yellow gold and set with an onyx and three diamond
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21st Century and Contemporary Charm Bracelets

Materials

White Diamond, Onyx, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Chanel Camelia Black Ceramic and Diamond White Gold Bracelet
By Chanel
Located in Greenwich, CT
The classic Camélia Sculpté bracelet by Chanel. Crafted in 18K white gold and a carved black onyx
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21st Century and Contemporary Italian Romantic Modern Bracelets

Materials

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

70s Vintage Square Bangle Bracelet 14k Yellow Gold Onyx Diamond Estate Jewelry
Located in Torrance, CA
Stylish vintage diamond & onyx square bracelet crafted in 14 karat yellow gold (circa 1970s
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Late 20th Century American Modern Bangles

Materials

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

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White Gold Diamond And Onyx Bracelet For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact white gold diamond and onyx bracelet you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Every item for sale was constructed with extraordinary care, often using Gold, 18k Gold and White Gold. Find an antique version now, or shop for 40 vintage or 31 modern creation for a more contemporary example of these cherished accessories. If you’re looking for a white gold diamond and onyx bracelet from a specific time period, our collection is diverse and broad-ranging, and you’ll find at least one that dates back to the 20th Century while another version may have been produced as recently as the 21st Century. There have been many well-made iterations of the classic white gold diamond and onyx bracelet over the years, but those made by Cartier, SCALA GIOIELLI and Van Cleef Arpels are often thought to be among the most beautiful. A round cut version of this piece has appeal, but there are also brilliant cut and mixed cut versions for sale. If you’re browsing our inventory for a white gold diamond and onyx bracelet, you’ll find that many are available today for women, but there are still pieces to choose from for unisex and men.

How Much is a White Gold Diamond And Onyx Bracelet?

The price for a white gold diamond and onyx bracelet starts at $524 and tops out at $206,955 with these bracelets, on average, selling for $11,304.

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.