Natural Sleeping Beauty Turquoise 4mm Bead Bracelet in 18K Gold-16.5CM
Located in Hong Kong, HK
The bracelet features perfectly matched 4mm round turquoise beads, accented with a textured 18K yellow gold bead and finished with a solid 18K gold lobster clasp, extension chain, an...
18k Gold
Roberto Coin 2 Carat Diamond Turquoise Enamel 18k White Gold Bangle Bracelet
By Roberto Coin
Located in Chicago, IL
Expertly crafted in 18k white gold, this piece features a whimsical, giraffe-inspired pattern where high-lustre turquoise enamel is meticulously inlaid within a grid of glistening ro...
Diamond, Turquoise, White Gold, Enamel
Victorian Turquoise Diamond Gold Rare Locket Bracelet
Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
An incredible Victorian bracelet circa 1875. Made sturdy with extra fine craftsmanship, this unique "Locket Bracelet" features a locket which is typically reserved for pendants, hard...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
French Napoleon III Turquoise Black Enamel Fine Pearls 18K Rose Gold Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bracelet in 18 karat rose gold, eagle and rhinoceros heads hallmarks. Antique gold ring of oval shape it is formed of 4 plates of bulging gold, chiselled on the edges and articulated...
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Pearl, Gold, 18k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel
CARTIER 18K White Gold, Diamond, Turquoise, Ruby and Enamel 10-Charm Bracelet
By Cartier
Located in New York, NY
Crafted in luminous 18K white gold, the bracelet is a captivating dance of color, texture, and design, blending vibrant gemstones and precious metals with exceptional artistry.
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, Enamel
Antique Turquoise Snake Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Inscribed with the date 1838, this antique serpent bangle bracelet is composed of turquoise and rubies, set in 18K gold.
Turquoise, 18k Gold
Vintage 18k Yellow Gold Turquoise & Black Enamel Work 1.9mm Wide 3 Row Bracelet
Located in Montclair, NJ
--Stone(s):-- (15) Natural Genuine Turquoise - Oval Cabochon Cut - Bezel Set - Blue w/ Natural Variation in Color Material: Solid 18k Yellow Gold Weight: 68.14 Grams Type: Wide 3 Ro...
Turquoise, Yellow Gold, Enamel
18K YG Bead Bracelet 0.03ct Diamond 0.7ct Aquamarine 0.75ct Peridot & Turquoise
Located in New York, NY
Video: Video Link Detailed Description: Vintage 18K Gold Bead Pin Brooch with Turquoise and Gems DESCRIPTION: Immerse yourself in the luxury of this vintage 18K yellow gold pin brooc...
Aquamarine, Diamond, Peridot, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Turquoise Heart & Diamond 14K (or 18k upon request) White Gold Tennis Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Add a touch of vibrant elegance to your wrist with this Turquoise Heart & Diamond 14K White Gold Tennis Bracelet. Featuring delicate heart-shaped turquoise stones interlaced with spa...
Diamond, Turquoise, 14k Gold, Rose Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
Birthstone December Turquoise Gold Bead Bracelet, Handcrafted Fine Jewelry
Located in Westport, CT
Tibetan turquoise rounds with a small cluster of 18K gold beads off center. The blue is saturated and consistent, classic turquoise color. Simple and stackable. Turquoise beads, 2.5...
Turquoise, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, Gold
Set in 18K white Gold, Tanzanites, Turquoise Enamel & Diamonds Modern Bracelet
By JEWEL HUB
Located in Hong Kong, HK
A very gorgeous and beautiful, modern style, Tanzanite & Enamel Modern Bracelet set in 18K White Gold & natural Diamonds. The weight of the Tanzanites is 12.15 carats. The Tanzanites...
Diamond, Tanzanite, 18k Gold, White Gold, Enamel
18 Karat Yellow Gold, White Diamonds and Turquoise Bracelet
By VANLELES DIAMONDS
Located in Mayfair, London, GB
Our iconic Nile collection features bold shapes and chunky volumes, adorned with our unique Nile arabesque motif. Bracelet crafted in 18K Yellow Gold and Turquoise Round Brilliant D...
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
$5,500 / item
Turquoise Diamond 18 Karat Gold Evil Eye Bracelet
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
Handcrafted from 18-karat gold, these beautiful bracelet is set with .90 carats Turquoise and .91 carats of sparkling diamonds. FOLLOW MEGHNA JEWELS storefront to view the latest c...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
Turquoise Yellow Gold & 0.42 Cts Diamond Cuff Bracelet, Large
By Yessayan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Turquoise Yellow Gold & 0.42 Cts Diamond Cuff Bracelet - Large 0.42 Cts of Diamonds, G-H Color, VS-SI Clarity & Natural Turquoise 15.2 Grams of 18K Yellow Gold Available in other si...
Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Turquoise Yellow Gold & 0.42 Cts Diamond Cuff Bracelet, Medium
By Yessayan
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Turquoise Yellow Gold & 0.42 Cts Diamond Cuff Bracelet - Medium 0.42 Cts of Diamonds, G-H Color, VS-SI Clarity & Natural Turquoise 15.2 Grams of 18K Yellow Gold Available in other s...
Diamond, Turquoise, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
$1,425Sale Price|25% Off
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Diamond & Turquoise Bracelet Set In 18K & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Diamond & Turquoise Bracelet Set In 18K & Silver Natural Turquoise Natural White Diamonds - 4 Carats The Bochic "Capri" Opal & Multi Fa...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Silver
$1,235Sale Price|35% Off
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Diamond & Turquoise Bracelet Set In 18K & Silver
By Bochic
Located in New York, NY
Bochic “Capri” Vintage Natural Diamond & Turquoise Bracelet Set In 18K & Silver Natural Turquoise Natural White Diamonds - 4 Carats The Bochic "Capri" Opal & Multi Fa...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Silver
Turquoise Diamonds 18 Karat White Gold Cuff Bracelet
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Turquoise Diamonds 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cuff Bracelet
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Beautiful 18kt yellow gold bracelet with set diamonds and natural turquoise, made in italy. However, it remains a unique piece of its kind with a very particular and suggestive desig...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Turquoise and RBC Diamond Gold Pebbled Vintage Statement Bracelet
Located in Montreal, QC
Simply Beautiful! Vintage Turquoise and Diamond Gold Wide Statement Bracelet.
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
Attractive Turquoise 14K (18k upon request) Yellow Gold Diamond Tennis Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
This exquisite 14K yellow gold tennis bracelet features a captivating combination of natural diamonds and turquoise stones.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Enchanted Turquoise 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Tennis Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Enchanted Turquoise 14K Yellow Gold Tennis Bracelet is a striking combination of vibrant turquoise and sparkling diamonds.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage 1950s Turquoise and Diamond Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
Finely crafted in 18k yellow and white gold featuring 14 Cabochon Turquoise and Round Brilliant cut Diamonds weighing a total of approximately 15.00 carats. Circa 1950s 7 3/4 inches
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Handcraft Turquoise 18 Karat White Gold Diamonds Cuff Bracelet
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
1950s Turquoise Diamond Flowers 18 Karat Yellow Gold Bracelet
Located in Poitiers, FR
Bracelet in 18 karat yellow gold, own hallmark. Charming retro bracelet, it consists of an openwork braid of textured mesh, held punctually by three flowers whose hearts are set with...
Diamond, White Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Turquoise Pink Sapphires 18 Karat Yellow Gold Cuff Bracelet
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
Discover the timeless elegance of this stunning 18-karat yellow gold bracelet, meticulously crafted to highlight the beauty of its precious materials. The sophisticated design of thi...
Turquoise, Pink Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victor Mayer Candy Bracelet 18k Yellow Gold 28 Diamonds Turquoise & Blue Enamel
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Candy Bracelet 18k Yellow Gold with Diamonds and Blue Enamel Bracelet Candy, 18k yellow gold, vitreous enamel, 28 diamonds total 0,46 ct, G VS Reference: V1547/DF/00/0...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
White Diamonds Turquoise Yellow Gold Leaves Theme Retrò Bracelet
Located in Napoli, Campania
Amazing semi-rigid retrò bracelet leaves theme in 18K yellow gold mounted with 4.80 ct of top quality white diamonds and gorgeous turquoise stones (1.70 g).
White Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Victorian Turquoise and Seed Pearl Clover Gold Bangle Bracelet
Located in Miami Beach, FL
A exquisite example from the Victorian era. This 18k yellow gold bracelet features exotic cut turquoise pieces surrounded by seed pearls to create a clover motif centrally set on an...
Natural Pearl, Turquoise, Pearl, 18k Gold, Gold
$6,900 / item
Enamel Turquoise Diamond Bangle Bracelet
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
A beautiful enamel bracelet handmade in 18K gold and sterling silver.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Enamel
$3,436Sale Price|20% Off
Akoya Pearl Bracelet with Turquoise and Yellow Gold 18 Karat
Located in Vannes, FR
Crafted with unrivalled attention to detail, this Akoya pearl bracelet with turquoise and 18K yellow gold is the result of exceptional craftsmanship and a love of exceptional materia...
Pearl, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Italian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Turquoise and Onyx Scrunchie Bracelet
Located in Beverly Hills, CA
Italian 18 Karat Yellow Gold Turquoise and Onyx Scrunchie Bracelet This is a one of a kind Italian bracelet. The design incorporates springs so it stretches like a scrunchie and ca...
Onyx, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Cartier18K White Gold 12.73 ct Diamond, Turquoise & Emerald Bracelet CA01-021726
By Cartier
Located in Southampton, PA
Black lacquer shapes define the edges and add depth to the symmetrical arrangement.Offered in estate condition, this Cartier Gomtrie & Contrastes 18K White Gold 12.73 ct Diamond,...
Diamond, Emerald, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Vintage 1970's Diamond Turquoise 18 Karat Yellow Gold Link Bracelet
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Comprised of hinged square links organically textured with grooved and stippling Alternating in pattern with diamonds and turquoise prong set in centers Diamonds are round brilliant ...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Rubies Blue Sapphires Turquoise Diamonds Yellow Gold Band Bracelet
Located in Napoli, Campania
Elegant bracelet in 18 kt yellow gold, with a unique design, all studded sideways on both sides by diamonds and turquoise beads. There are precious cabouchon stones of sapphires and...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Antique 18kt Gold Turquoise and Pearl Bracelet, France Circa 1830s
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Vintage 18 karat gold bracelet with intricate engravings, with turquoise and pearls, France 1830s with original mark
Pearl, Turquoise, 18k Gold
Victor Mayer Candy Bracelet 18k Yellow Gold 1 Diamond 0.04 ct Turquoise Enamel
By Victor Mayer
Located in Pforzheim, DE
Victor Mayer Candy Bracelet 18k Yellow Gold Diamond Turquoise Enamel Bracelet Candy, 18k yellow gold, vitreous enamel, 1 diamond total 0,04 ct, G VS Reference: V1709/HT/00/00/10219 ...
Diamond, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold
Handcraft Turquoise 18 Karat Yellow Gold Baguette Diamonds Bangle Bracelet
By SCALA GIOIELLI
Located in Marcianise, IT
For any problems related to some materials contained in the items that do not allow shipping and require specific documents that require a particular period, please contact the selle...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona Hematite Turquoise White Gold Cuff Flexible Bangle Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, Hematite cuff flexible bangle 3cm wide, alternating 18 karat white gold elements, set with turquoise cabochons. Dimensions : D 0....
Turquoise, Hematite, 18k Gold, White Gold
Blue Radiance 14K (or 18k upon request) Yellow Gold Turquoise Accent Bracelet
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The Blue Radiance 14K Yellow Gold Turquoise Accent Bracelet exudes vintage elegance, crafted in 14K yellow gold.
14k Gold, Yellow Gold
Vintage Van Cleef & Arpels Turquoise Diamond Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in New York, NY
The Arpel brothers were in full globetrotting swing, fresh off their adventures around Asia, brimming with inspiration and set to design some of their most iconic VAC pieces. This s...
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Alex Jona Coral Turquoise Lapis Lazuli Yellow Gold Cuff Bracelet
By Alex Jona
Located in Lugano, TI
Alex Jona design collection, hand crafted in Italy, Coral Turquoise Lapis Lazuli cuff bracelet with a 18 karat brushed yellow gold clasp. Dimensions: L 17 cm / 6.69 in - H 2 cm / 0....
Coral, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
David Webb Yellow Gold Diamond, Ruby and Turquoise Cuff Bracelet
By David Webb
Located in New York, NY
The cuff features full-cut diamonds weighing a total of approximately 3.15 carats, enhanced by baguette-cut rubies weighing a total of approximately 2.35 carats, complemented by oval...
Diamond, Ruby, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Van Cleef & Arpels Alhambra Motif Turquoise Bracelet
By Van Cleef & Arpels
Located in London, GB
An extremely rare find is this wonderful original Van Cleef & Arpels bracelet from their iconic Alhambra collection. The five Alhambra motifs are made in turquoise and set into 1...
Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Jane Taylor 18 Karat Rose Gold Cuff Bracelet with Cabochon Turquoise
By Jane Taylor Jewelry
Located in New York, NY
It is set across the top with 17 5mm cabochon Turquoise stones. The bracelet has an invisible hinge on one side allowing for easy on and off.
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Rose Gold
Retro Original Tiffany & Company Yellow Gold and Turquoise Bracelet Circa 1960
By Tiffany & Co.
Located in Los Angeles, CA
A magnificent Turquoise and 18k Yellow Gold TIFFANY&CO bracelet, Circa 1960's.
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
Lapis Lazuli and Turquoise Diamond Bracelet
Located in Geneva, CH
Bracelet in 18kt white gold set with 290 diamonds 2.47 cts, 5 lapis lazuli 9.54 cts and 5 turquoises 2.39 cts
Diamond, Lapis Lazuli, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
$4,520Sale Price / item|20% Off
Cabochon Oval Turquoise Gemstone SI/H Diamond White Gold Tennis Bracelet
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
Cabochon Oval Turquoise Gemstone SI/H Diamond White Gold Tennis Bracelet This bracelet features five oval cabochon set after each diamond in continuation making a tennis bracelet.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
18 Karat White Gold Blue Leather Turquoise and Diamond Wrap Bracelet
Located in Scottsdale, AZ
Designer: custom Material: 18K white gold Diamond: 36 round cut = .71cttw Color: G/H Clarity: VS Dimensions: bracelet will fit up to a 7-inch wrist Weight: 11.21 grams
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
Multichain Bracelet with Diamonds and Turquoise - Micheletto
By Olivo Micheletto
Located in Milano, Lombardia
This stunning multichain bracelet in 18K white gold showcases a unique blend of elegance and artistry.
White Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
$21,000Sale Price|50% Off
NWT $42, 000 18KT Gold Fancy Turquoise Ruby Diamond Bangle Bracelet
Located in New York, NY
The Following Item we are offering is a Rare 18KT Gold Large Turquoise Diamond Ruby Bangle. This Magnificent Bangle is comprised of Finely Set Gorgeous Large Oval Gorgeous Turquoise ...
Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold
$4,384Sale Price|20% Off
Arizona Turquoise Diamond Tennis Line Bracelet 18 Karat White Gold Jewelry
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
This Arizona Turquoise Diamond 18 Karat White Gold Tennis Line Bracelet features twelve oval turquoise and diamond after every twelve turquoise in a row making a tennis bracelet.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold, Gold
4.75 Carat Turquoise Diamond 18 Karat Gold Vintage Style Bangle Bracelet
By Meghna Jewels
Located in Hoffman Estate, IL
A stunning bangle bracelet handmade in 18K gold. It is set in 4.75 carat turquoise and .75 carats of sparkling diamonds.
Diamond, Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold
Antique Mid-Victorian Turquoise and Gold Bangle Bracelet, circa 1860–1880
Located in Rotterdam, NL
A beautifully crafted mid-Victorian hinged bangle bracelet in 18 karat yellow gold, set with a gorgeous pavé dome of turquoise cabochons. The turquoise cluster is framed by intricate...
Turquoise, 18k Gold, Gold
Birthstone December Turquoise Tube Bracelet, Handcrafted Fine Jewelry
Located in Westport, CT
Turquoise cut into tiny tubes, strung tight with natural matrix visible in some beads. One 18K gold bead near the clasp. Clean geometry, saturated color. Turquoise, 1mm x 2mm (India...
Turquoise, Gold, 14k Gold, 18k Gold
$3,832Sale Price|20% Off
Blue Sapphire, Turquoise & Diamond bracelet Set In 18 Kt White Gold
By GEM PLAZA
Located in New York, NY
BRACELET DISCRIPTION Blue Sapphire, Turquoise & Diamond bracelet Set In 18 Kt White Gold Accessorize your look with this Blue Sapphire, Turquoise & Diamond bracelet. This stu...
Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Turquoise, 18k Gold, White Gold
$5,431Sale Price|20% Off
Arizona Turquoise SI/H Natural Diamond Tennis Bracelet 18 Karat Yellow Gold
By Spectrum Jewels
Located in Deira, Dubai
This Arizona Turquoise SI/H Natural Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Tennis Bracelet features turquoise and diamonds set in a row, one round cut diamond set after seven turquoise in cont...
Diamond, Turquoise, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold
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 thought of vintage and antique turquoise jewelry often conjures up images of striking Navajo bracelets and necklaces worn with a denim shirt and cowboy boots. This all-American look has been celebrated by fashion designers like Ralph Lauren and Tommy Hilfiger on their runways and in ad campaigns. In the October 2016 issue of Vogue magazine, Tom Ford said he only wears turquoise jewelry at his Santa Fe ranch. So what is it about this gorgeous blue-green stone that makes us wish that we were born in December?
It’s not surprising that turquoise is abundant in New Mexico and Arizona because, according to the Gemological Institute of America (GIA), it needs to be in “dry and barren regions where acidic, copper-rich groundwater seeps downward and reacts with minerals that contain phosphorus and aluminum.
Turquoise is not found in a single crystal but is a combination of microcrystals. Its appearance, waxy and opaque, is attributed to its structure and composition. “It’s an aggregate of microscopic crystals that form a solid mass. If the crystals are packed closely together, the material is less porous, so it has a finer texture. Fine-textured turquoise has an attractive, waxy luster when it’s polished. Turquoise with a less-dense crystal structure has higher porosity and coarser texture, resulting in a dull luster when it’s polished,” notes the GIA. Since no one wants to set a dull piece of turquoise, porous turquoise is often treated to make the stone more attractive.
In the United States, there have been discoveries of turquoise from 200 B.C. It is not just loose turquoise stones that have been found, but entire suites of jewelry from prehistoric times. In the late 19th-century, the Navajo Indians, who learned silversmithing from the Spanish, started to make beads out of turquoise and eventually combined it with silver around the 1880s. Initially this jewelry was for ceremonial purposes, but it became fashionable once the tourism in the Southwest picked up in the beginning of the 20th century.
Find antique and vintage turquoise rings, necklaces, bracelets and other accessories on 1stDibs.
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.
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.
Mid-20th-century designer Andrew Grima upended tradition with his avant-garde aesthetic.
From cameos to cigar bands, here are the looks on our radar this season.
The decades-old design is one of the most sought-after pieces of jewelry in the world.
Organic shapes, surprising textures, shimmering colors and inventive embellishments take the new generation of pearl jewelry from classic to cutting-edge.
Soak up the pleasures of the season with a these bold gems.
The philanthropist and heiress was an avid jewelry collector, and her trove of Jean Schlumberger creations embodies the love of nature she shared with the famed designer.