Rhinestone Stretch Bracelet, 50's Rhinestone Bracelet

Description A vintage rhinestone expansion bracelet featuring rows of large, clear faceted stones set in a two-tier design. Each segment appears as elongated ovals or cushions with pavé-style stones, giving a continuous, glimmering band around the wrist. The piece uses metal settings (likely silver-tone) and a flexible expansion mechanism, allowing it to stretch to fit without a clasp. The back shows the common expansion-link construction used in costume jewelry, with stones mounted in bezel or prong settings that catch light from multiple angles. Marked “Made in Hong Kong” on the interior, indicating production during the mid-to-late 20th century when Hong Kong produced many rhinestone fashion bracelets for export. Approximate date of manufacture Likely from the 1950s to 1970s. The “Made in Hong Kong” mark became widely used on export jewelry after WWII through the 1970s. The style—dramatic rhinestone band with a flexible expansion back—was especially popular in the 1950s–1960s as costume jewelry for day-to-evening wear. The triple-row or linked cushion-set rhinestone design was common in mid-century American and European fashion jewelry, with many Hong Kong-made pieces following that aesthetic. Considerations for dating (visual clues) Clasp/expansion mechanism: If the bracelet uses a generic elastic/expansion band without a secure clasp, this is typical of mid-century mass-produced costume pieces. Stone appearance: Clear crystal All jewelry comes in a gift box.