Crossing eras: the grandeur of a Victorian sapphire bracelet
This Victorian crossed bangle bracelet with diamonds and sapphires, dating from around 1880, is a splendid representation of the opulence of the Grand Victorian Period. Made of 18-carat red gold and silver, it is adorned with three Old Mine cut brilliant diamonds with a total estimated weight of ± 0.60 ct, complemented by 26 rose-cut diamonds and three natural sapphires. This piece illustrates the era’s fascination with luxurious and complex creations, inspired by international influences. It resonates with the historical context of the time, echoing the royal and romantic aesthetics of the era, making it a timeless jewel with both historical and aesthetic significance.
Object group of antique jewelry
bracelet
Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown
Style
Victorian - Victorian decorative arts refer to the style of decorative arts from the Victorian era. This era is known for its eclectic revival and interpretation of historical styles, as well as the introduction of intercultural influences from the Middle East and Asia into furniture, accessories, and interior decoration. Victorian design is widely perceived as having displayed a regrettable excess of ornamentation. The Arts and Crafts movement, the Aesthetic movement, the Anglo-Japanese style, and Art Nouveau all have their origins at the end of the Victorian era.
- See also: Victorian
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Style specifics
The Grand Victorian Period - Experts divide the reign of Queen Victoria, also called the Victorian era (1837 - 1901), into three periods of about twenty years each: the Romantic Victorian period (1837 - 1860), the Grand Victorian period (1860 - 1880), and the Late or Aesthetic Victorian period (1880 - 1901).
We consider this to be the Grand Victorian Period.
This second Victorian period is famous for its sumptuous pieces set with pearls and diamonds (from South Africa). From around 1850, wealthy Englishmen brought back jewelry from India and Japan, which greatly inspired jewelers of the time. This period also corresponds to the death of King Albert, husband of Queen Victoria, which made mourning jewelry (set with heavy dark stones) the specific type of jewelry of this era.
Period
circa 1880
Events and facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.
Material
18-carat red gold and silver, see also: The silver technique on gold (tested on touchstone)
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Diamonds
Three old brilliant-cut diamonds from a mine with an estimated weight of ± 0.60 ct, color and clarity H/I, i
26 rose-cut diamonds. We do not have the weight of the diamonds, which is common in our profession for rose cuts.
All diamond weights, color shades, and clarity are approximate since the stones are not removed from their settings to preserve the integrity of the mounting.
All the diamonds we offer are checked by www.ijgc-worldwide.com to determine if they are natural or synthetic, and all the diamonds in this piece of jewelry are guaranteed 100% natural.
Gemstones
Three natural sapphires with an estimated weight of ± 0.75 ct
All colored stone weights are approximate since the stones are not removed from their settings to preserve the integrity of the mounting.
It is very common to treat gemstones to enhance their clarity or color. The item in question has not been tested for this.
Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or stone of the month) for April and sapphire for September.
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Characteristics
No marks.
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Dimensions
inner circumference 16.60 cm (6.54 inches), top width of the bracelet 1.20 cm (0.47 inch)
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Weight
15.30 grams (9.84 dwt)
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Référence 58 Facettes : 9807073411401
SKU : 21182-0525
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