Cabochon Amethyst and Split Seed Pearl Gold Bangle
$9,500
This Victorian gold bracelet, with its gleaming, bloomed surface, is set with a cabochon amethyst, rose-cut diamonds, and split seed pearls. Designed as a hinged bangle with stepped, abstract scroll and screw head motifs, the central amethyst cabochon, framed by seed pearls, is inlaid with a curved line of sparkling rose-cut diamonds. Streamlined, with a forward-looking modern appeal, this sculpted and gemmy bangle works for every day and special occasions alike.
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Item #: BA-18254
Country: England
Circa: 1870s-1880s
Size: 6.50” (interior circumference); 1.25 to 0.25” (graduating width)
Materials: Cabochon amethyst; 9 Rose-cut diamonds; 26 Split seed pearls; 18K Gold; Together with antique fitted box
The most fashionable arm ornament of the 1870s was the bangle bracelet. Often worn in multiples, Victorian bangles were rich, gemmy and substantial in appearance, but light and comfortable to wear.