While this time of year is filled with so many sports, one of our favorites is Wimbledon & the French Open. And of course, the bauble that comes to mind, are the iconic diamond tennis bracelets. This piece of jewelry features a line or row of diamonds secured with a clasp. The “tennis” bracelet name came in 1987 when legendary Tennis Pro Chris Evert was asked why she called for a time-out during a very competitive match. Her response, “my diamond Tennis Bracelet came off”, and she wanted to find it before continuing the game. It was then and there that this bracelet got its name. 

If you are wondering if wearing a tennis bracelet during a match is a good idea, according to the GIA experts here is what they suggest so you can wear your bracelet without worry:

• “In addition to the clasp, add a safety catch on the side of the bracelet for added protection.
• Have the tennis bracelet routinely checked by a jeweler to make sure the clasp, safety catch, and mountings are secure, and
• Keep the diamonds sparkling with periodic cleaning.

Nearly 30 years have passed since Evert’s unforgettable on-court incident, and the tennis bracelet is still a fashion accessory for the sophisticated set. “

At Schwanke-Kasten Jewelers we have a great selection of gorgeous diamond tennis bracelets that are sure to be a grand slam. With prices starting around $2800, these make great gifts for your bride-to-be, mom-to-be, celebrating an anniversary or birthday. Whatever the occasion, a diamond bracelet is sure to be a huge hit, on and off the court. Stop by our Whitefish Bay or Downtown Milwaukee locations to peruse our selection.