Three-Row Gold-Toned Costume Tennis Bracelet with Champagne Crystals
Bracelet, Tennis style · Yellow gold-toned plating over base metal alloy
Purity: Non-precious / Gold-toned plating; Likely high-grade costume alloy (brass or pot metal) with a gold-colored finish, 0% precious gold content
Type
Bracelet, Tennis style
Purity
Non-precious / Gold-toned plating; Likely high-grade costume alloy (brass or pot metal) with a gold-colored finish, 0% precious gold content
Gold Type
Yellow gold-toned plating over base metal alloy
Weight
12 to 18 grams
Description
A glamorous three-row gold-toned tennis bracelet featuring champagne-hued crystals. This piece utilizes a flexible ladder-link design that allows the bracelet to drape comfortably against the wrist, maximizing the play of light across the faceted stones.
Key Features
Triple-row pave-style alignment, champagne crystal color palette, flexible articulated links
Color & Finish
Light champagne or pale gold hue; polished finish on the settings with faceted light-reflection from the stones
Hallmarks & Stamps
None visible in the image; typically found on the clasp as 'China', 'Korea', or a brand logo like 'Trifari' or 'Monet' if designer
Dimensions Estimate
Length: 7 inches; Width: 8mm-10mm; Individual stone diameter: approx. 2.5mm
Gemstones & Inlays
Three rows of round-cut champagne-colored glass crystals or cubic zirconia in individual prong settings
Clasp & Closure
Visible end suggests a fold-over or box-tongue clasp, common for multi-row link bracelets
Chain & Links
Articulated three-row ladder construction; vertical bars connecting individual stone cups
Craftsmanship Details
Mass-produced cast/stamped components; stones are machine-set into pre-formed prongs; structural integrity depends on the pin-hinges between rows
Authentication Indicators
Red flags for solid gold include the visible 'cup' setting style common in costume jewelry, lack of deep hallmarks, and inconsistent color at the flexion points
Origin & Maker
Mass-market jewelry manufacturer; likely East Asian production based on the setting style
Era & Period
Contemporary / Late 20th Century (1980s-Present) mimicking Art Deco 'line bracelet' styles
Age Estimate
Circa 1995-2015 based on the style of the prong setting and faceted stone cut
Cultural Significance
Represents the democratization of luxury, where high-fashion diamond designs were made accessible to the public through high-quality costume alternatives
Condition Notes
Good; visible surface scratching on the metal bars, stones appear intact with no immediate signs of missing crystals or heavy oxidation
Value Estimate
$15.00 - $45.00 USD; value is purely decorative/aesthetic with negligible precious metal melt value
Care & Maintenance
Avoid water and chemicals which will strip the plating; clean only with a soft, dry cloth; store in a dry jewelry box to prevent tarnishing
Similar Items
Sterling silver gold-vermeil tennis bracelets (would have '925' stamp), 14K solid gold diamond line bracelets (significantly higher value)
Interesting Facts
The 'Tennis Bracelet' got its name in 1987 after Chris Evert lost her diamond line bracelet during a match at the US Open and stopped play to find it