Gold Bangles
Solid 9ct and 18ct gold in yellow, white and rose. Plain, hinged, twisted and diamond-set, from R8,995.
Shop Gold Bangles- Solid Gold Only
- 9ct & 18ct
- Handmade to Order
- Yellow, White & Rose
- Nationwide Courier
Every style we make, and what each one costs
Gold bangles split into two kinds. Plain solid bangles, priced by how much gold is in them, and designed pieces where the work and the stones carry part of the cost. Both are below, with prices.
| Style | What it is | From |
|---|---|---|
| Plain | Solid D-shaped or half-round, 2mm to 8mm wide, in yellow, white or rose. The classic, and the one that stacks. Priced by width. | R11,950 |
| Hinged | Opens on a hinge and clicks shut, so it does not have to pass over the hand. The right choice for a wider wrist or anyone who finds a fixed bangle awkward. | R8,995 |
| Twisted | The band twisted along its length so it catches light from more angles than a plain polished surface. Textured and plain twist both available. | R10,995 |
| Three tone | Yellow, white and rose gold worked into one piece. Reads differently depending on what else is on the wrist, which is why people who own one wear it constantly. | R19,850 |
| Diamond set | Solid gold with diamonds set into the band. From a single 0.05ct accent up to 0.34ct spread across the piece. | R9,890 |
| Baby | Adjustable solid gold, sized for an infant and let out as they grow. The traditional christening and naming gift. | R8,995 |
Prices shown are the starting price for each style. Plain bangles are priced by width and the full table is on our 9ct gold bangles page, running from R11,950 for a 2mm to R22,750 for an 8mm. 18ct is roughly double 9ct in any style, because there is roughly double the gold in it.
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Solid · 5 Widths
9ct Gold Bangles
From R11,950
Hinged
9kt Gold Hinged Bangle
R8,995
White Gold · 0.05ct
Diamond Bangle White Gold
R12,950R9,890
Textured · Hinged
9ct Gold Textured Twist Hinge Bangle
R10,995
Rose Gold · 0.34ct
Rose Gold Diamond Bangle
R17,190
Yellow Gold · Twist
9ct Yellow Gold Twist Bangle
R17,520
Three Tone · Open
9ct Gold Three Tone Open Pleated Bangle
R23,520R19,850
Lab Diamonds · 0.10ct
9ct Gold Hinged Bangle with Lab Diamonds
R32,850
Weight is the thing worth checking
Two gold bangles can look identical in a photograph and differ by a factor of four in price. Almost always the difference is weight, and weight comes down to whether the piece is solid or hollow.
A hollow bangle is a thin shell formed around empty space. It looks the same on the wrist, costs a fraction as much, and dents permanently the first time it meets a car door. Every bangle we make is solid, gold all the way through, hallmarked 375 for 9ct or 750 for 18ct.
If a price looks too good, ask one question before you buy: is it solid or hollow. A reputable seller will answer plainly.
The stamp for 9ct gold, 37.5 percent pure. It is on every bangle we make, and it is how you know it is real.
The stamp for 18ct, 75 percent pure gold. We make in both 9ct and 18ct.
Plain, hinged, twisted, three tone, diamond set and baby. All in solid gold, all made to order.
Solid 9ct hinged bangle. Published openly, with no quote request required.
9ct or 18ct
9ct gold is 37.5 percent pure gold, alloyed with harder metals. 18ct is 75 percent. The higher number sounds better, and for a ring worn on a hand it often is, because the colour is richer.
For a bangle, 9ct is usually the better choice, and not only on price. A bangle takes more knocks than almost any other piece of jewellery. It catches on desks, car doors, kitchen counters, handbag straps. The alloy in 9ct makes it harder and more resistant to that daily wear than 18ct, which is softer and marks more easily.
We do make 18ct bangles. If you want one, tell us the width and we will quote it. Expect roughly double, because there is roughly double the gold in it.
Yellow, white or rose
All three at the same price, in every width. Yellow is the traditional choice and the one most South African buyers pick. White gold is rhodium plated over a white alloy and will need re-plating every few years to stay bright. Rose gold has copper in the mix, which gives it the warm tone and also makes it slightly harder than yellow.
Getting the diameter right
A bangle is not a ring. It does not resize, and it has to pass over the widest part of the hand before it can sit on the wrist. This is the one thing worth getting right before you order, because it is the one thing we cannot fix afterwards.
| Step | What to do |
|---|---|
| Measure | Tuck your thumb into your palm as if you are putting a bangle on. Wrap a tape measure around the widest part of that hand, across the knuckles, and note the measurement in millimetres. |
| Convert | Divide that number by 3.14. That gives you the internal diameter you need. A hand measuring roughly 188mm around needs a 60mm bangle. |
| Check the fit | A bangle should clear the hand with a little effort and then sit loosely on the wrist. If it slides on with no resistance at all it will slide off just as easily. |
| Not sure | Send us the measurement on WhatsApp and we will tell you which diameter to order. If you need something other than 60mm we make it to measure and quote you before we start. |
Buying online against buying in a chain store
People often price our bangles against the big South African chains. The comparison worth making is not the number on the tag, it is what sits behind it.
Made to order, direct
Your bangle is made after you order it, in the width and diameter you asked for. There is no shop floor, no display stock sitting in a safe, and no rent built into what you pay. Ten to fourteen working days, then courier to your door. Prices published in full on this page.
Retail chain
You buy what is in the case, in the widths they carry, at whatever the store markup is. Often faster, and you can try it on first. Prices are frequently not published online, which is why so many people end up searching for a price list before they visit.
Every style and every starting price is on this page. You should not have to fill in a form to find out what a gold bangle costs.
Wearing and caring for a gold bangle
A 2mm or 3mm bangle is made for stacking. Two or three together, matched or mixed in width, reads as deliberate rather than accidental. From 4mm upward it works better on its own, with the wrist otherwise bare.
Bangles sit well alongside gold bracelets if you want movement against the solidity of the bangle, and against fine gold chains and stud earrings for a complete set.
Day to day
Gold is a soft metal and it will pick up fine surface scratches with wear. That is normal, and on a solid bangle it develops into a patina rather than damage. Keep it away from perfume, hand cream and household cleaners, all of which dull the surface over time. Wipe it with a soft cloth after wearing.
Longer term
Store it in a pouch rather than loose in a jewellery box where it can knock against other pieces. Every few years a professional polish will bring it back to the finish it had when it arrived. We can do that for you.
How ordering works
Every bangle is handmade after you order it. Nothing is sitting on a shelf waiting.
Timing
Ten to fourteen working days to manufacture, then courier delivery on top. If you are buying for a birthday or an anniversary, tell us the date before you pay and we will confirm whether we can make it.
Custom sizes
Any width outside 2mm to 8mm, or any diameter other than 60mm, is made to measure. Send us what you need and we quote it before anything starts. There is no charge for the quote.
Paying
Yoco, PayFast, PayJustNow over three interest-free instalments, HappyPay, Float, Payflex, Mobicred, or direct EFT. A gold bangle is a considered purchase and most people split it.
Questions about gold bangles
How much do gold bangles cost in South Africa?
Ours start at R8,995 for a solid 9ct hinged bangle and run to R32,850 for a diamond-set piece. Plain bangles are priced by width, from R11,950 for a 2mm to R22,750 for an 8mm. The full width table is on our 9ct gold bangles page.
Are your gold bangles solid or hollow?
Solid, all the way through, in a D-shape or half-round profile. We do not sell hollow bangles. If you are comparing our price to something considerably cheaper, that is usually the difference.
Is it real gold?
Yes. Solid 9ct gold, hallmarked 375, which is the stamp for 37.5 percent pure gold. The hallmark is on every bangle we make.
What styles of gold bangle do you make?
Plain solid, hinged, twisted, textured, three tone, diamond set and adjustable baby bangles. Plain bangles come in 2mm, 3mm, 4mm, 6mm and 8mm widths. Anything outside the standard range is made to measure.
Which style should I choose?
A plain 4mm is the safest choice if you are buying for someone else. Choose hinged if she has a wider hand or finds fixed bangles awkward to get on. Choose twisted or three tone if she already owns a plain one. Choose diamond set for a milestone.
How long does it take?
Ten to fourteen working days to make, then courier delivery. Every bangle is handmade to order, so nothing ships from stock.
Can a gold bangle be resized?
No. Unlike a ring, a solid bangle is a fixed diameter and cannot be made larger or smaller afterwards. That is why the sizing section above matters. Measure before you order, or send us the measurement and we will check it for you.
Do you make 18ct gold bangles?
Yes, made to order. Expect roughly double the 9ct price, because there is roughly double the gold in it. For a bangle we usually recommend 9ct, since the harder alloy stands up better to daily knocks.
Yellow, white or rose gold?
All three, at the same price, in every width. White gold is rhodium plated and will need re-plating every few years to keep its brightness. Yellow and rose need no maintenance beyond an occasional polish.
Do you deliver nationwide?
Yes. Secure courier delivery anywhere in South Africa, including Johannesburg, Pretoria, Cape Town, Durban, Gqeberha, East London and Bloemfontein.
Can I have it engraved?
Yes. Initials, a date, or a short message on the inside of the bangle. Tell us what you want engraved when you order and we will confirm what will fit on the width you have chosen.
What is the difference between a bangle and a bracelet?
A bangle is rigid and passes over the hand as one piece. A bracelet is flexible, usually a chain, and fastens with a clasp. If you would prefer something that moves on the wrist, see our gold bracelets.
What customers say
We bought a gift of silver bangles for a staff member who was retiring. The product was excellent, well priced and delivered quickly. Would definitely recommend.
Linda MichélleI have ordered from Aria for some years now and have a few of their products and I also use them for gifts. They are well priced and the quality of the jewellery is top quality. They are trustworthy and reliable.
Shereen WalkerSuch a pleasure to deal with Aria Jewellers, super friendly and quick to reply. My tennis bracelet is stunning. Service is excellent and very quick.
Dallis GaweloLovely service. It is wonderful to see a business owner take such pride in her work and take personal care with her customers.
Liz BassonI had a fantastic experience with Aria Jewellery. They were incredibly helpful via WhatsApp, answering all my questions before I made a purchase. After payment, delivery was very quick. The ring is absolutely gorgeous and my partner loves it. I highly recommend them.
YuciExcellent service. Ring looks exactly like the picture. Love my ring.
Lorraine ForresterRelated collections
For the full width-by-width price list see 9ct gold bangles South Africa. Browse the wider gold jewellery range, or see gold bracelets if you would prefer something flexible on the wrist. We also make gold baby bangles, sterling silver bangles at a lower price point, and personalised jewellery if you want something engraved.
Everything we make is available from Aria's Jewellery Palace, delivered anywhere in South Africa.
Not sure which style?
Send us a message and we will talk you through it.
