Antique Vintage Deco 925 Sterling Silver Geometric Pearl Bangle Bracelet 12.9g

Description

We have similar Bangle and Art Deco items, which would pair nicely with this piece, for sale this week. To view in separate listings, please visit our store and search "Bangle" or "Deco" under our
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Listing Description by: Megan E.
The Piece
Age Circa:
Art Deco C. 1920 - 1940
Markings:
"925" on the inside of the bracelet, tested, and guaranteed
Country of Origin:
Unknown
Brand:
Unknown
Gram Weight:
12.9 grams
Metal Type:
.925 Sterling Silver
Material:
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Main Stone:
Pearl
Main Stone Measurement/Color:
Stone length:
13.86 mm
Stone width:
10.55 mm
Color:
Lustrous, with pearlescent white hues
Accent Stone:
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Accent Stone Measurement/Color:
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Stone Treatment:
The stone(s) appear to be untreated, but we are not certified gemologists. Stone(s) have been tested and guaranteed using a professional Presidium Duo refractive, heat, and hardness tester.
Stone Cuts:
Bead
Item Measurements:
Inner circumference and wearable length:
7.50"
Wrist gap, when closed:
2.38"
Wrist gap when opened measures an additional:
1.07"
Band width:
0.35"
Bracelet Type:
Hinged bangle bracelet
Closure/Clasp Type:
Push-in clasp with securing wire
Link Type:
Rounded and polished sterling silver
Notable Features:
Handmade during the Art Deco era
The band is adorned with lovely hand-chased geometric floral accents through the center and a saw-tooth border along the edges
A lovely pearl bead dangles from the wire on the clasp, adding a lustrous color to the piece
A locking push-in clasp with a securing wire completes the bracelet for comfortable and secure wear
Comprised of 925 sterling silver
Damage:
Age appropriate wear. Tarnish on the bracelet gives the piece an antique feel that we believe is quite lovely. The price has been reduced to reflect this.
*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*
The History
The Art Deco era is famous for being the "Gatsby" or "Roaring Twenties" era. A lot of gorgeous and timeless designs in jewelry came out of this period. Jewelry from this period was most often crafted between 1920 and 1940. Art Deco jewelry sometimes featured white gold or platinum, geometric designs, European cut diamonds, filigree, and calibre cut stones that are specially cut to fit the design of the piece. During the Art Deco period jewelers often made jewelry upon custom order, this would usually take weeks to months to completely craft by hand.
Chasing is a metalworking technique that uses a nail-like tool and hammer to hand etch patterns onto a metal surface. This process creates a design that is sunk into the front of the surface using indentations, grooves, and channels. Chasing is thousands of years old and was a very difficult and time-consuming technique that is still used by metalsmiths today.
During the Art Deco period cultured pearls were incredibly rare and expensive to own. These pearls were extremely elegant and highly sought after due to their stunning luster and beautiful round shape. The pearls were still very new during the Art Deco period and, with their incredibly expensive price, usually reserved for only the richest of the rich.
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