The design of this 18k rose gold bracelet is open-worked, which gives it an airy feel, and makes it comfortable to wear. In my opinion, it resembles the shape of an eye, which has been worn as a protective symbol for millennia.
The back consists of three connected gold bands, while the front -separated from the back by two fleur-de-lis-shaped elements- is designed as two rose-cut diamond-encrusted bands joined by a paste gemstone in the middle. All gemstones are placed in open, silver settings, allowing light to pass through them.
The bracelet is centered by a cushion-cut paste stone, measuring 5.8 x 5.8 mm. Interestingly, the prongs do not appear to have been interfered with, which means it is likely that this bracelet was likely intentionally created with a paste stone at its center. However, if you would like to switch this paste stone for another gemstone, please feel free to reach out and discuss this option.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Size: Inner dimensions: 50 x 55 mm, circumference 16.5 cm. The bracelet is 13 mm wide at the front and tapers down to 3.5 mm at the back.
Weight: 19.95 grams.
Age: Late 19th Century, circa 1890s.
Material: Hallmarked with a French horsehead hallmark for 18k gold, used between 1847 and 1919, and a French boar hallmark for silver, used after 1838.
Condition: In great antique condition with only minor wear, consistent with age.
Please note that the antique box is for display purposes only.