Gold Bangle Bracelet

Bangle bracelets may be one of the first styles of bracelet ever worn. The simplicity of the design made it easy for civilizations like the ancient Egyptians and the Romans to construct them by either making a mould in which to pore gold or silver or carving them from bone or wood. The Egyptians not only wore gold bangle bracelets around the wrists but on their upper arms as well. They were often made to resemble animals or formed into intricate designs.

Today, the gold bangle bracelet hasn’t changed much from its early predecessor except perhaps the quality of the workmanship and the different weights of the gold. Bangles can be found in 9-carat, 18-carat, and 22-carat gold.

Typically, a bangle bracelet is circular and has no clasp. However, some bangles have more of an oval shape, making them a little less clumsy and less likely to be bumped and banged around when they are worn. A gold bangle with this shape may have a clasp or snap closure since this shape is not as conducive to being slipped over the hand. However, one of the features that many women enjoy about a bangle bracelet that slips over the hand is that it takes away the worry of losing a precious and expensive piece of jewellery.

Gold bangle bracelets can also be found in a variety of widths, from dainty, thin widths to wider more showy styles. The beauty of gold bangles is that they can be worn alone or several can be worn at a time to make more of a statement. Several thin gold bangles worn together can provide more sparkle and glitter. A wide gold bangle with an embossed design, a smooth finish, or inlaid with stones combined with a thin bangle on each side also makes an elegant look.

Gold bangles can by found in a myriad of styles as well. You can choose gold with a shiny satin finishes or a less dramatic matte finish. Some are made with interlocked snake chains or may be as ornate as a Byzantine filigree-style bangle. The surface of a gold bangle bracelet may be hammered to give it the look of bracelets the Egyptians achieved by pounding the gold with a rock. Gold bangle bracelets can also be solid or hollow. The hollow version may be more affordable for women on a budget, but the solid gold bangles are much more durable and can last a lifetime.

Gold bangle bracelets are suited to any occasion including casual, business, and formal. They can make a look either fun and sporty or classy and elegant. For eveningwear, a plain gold bangle or one surrounded with small diamonds or other stones can dress up any outfit. The look of several stacked bangles is a great casual look.

Since women have been wearing bangles for thousands of years, be confident that your gold bangle bracelets will never go out of style.