Art Nouveau Ruby & Pearl Bracelet

Art Nouveau Ruby & Pearl BraceletGorgeous Art Nouveau bracelet dating from the 1910s. The gold work is exceptional, with flowing, twisted links punctuated by alternating ruby and pearl gemstones. The styling is somewhat unusual, Art Nouveau invoking a distinctly mid century modern vibe however, the fact it's built in 15ct gold tells us it was made prior to 1932 when this gold standard was retired. Era: Art Nouveau, circa 1910 Length: 7 inches Width: 8. 4mm Stones: Ruby & Pearl Marks:

The oval profile is punctuated by four principal diamonds set within concentric sapphire and diamond halos

setting up an attractive bimetal contrast

feathered head

Condition: Great antique condition with patina

and over time it was honed and refined until precious gemstones of remarkable colour and clarity could be produced for the jewellery industry

17ct (calculated weight)

Oxford University

crafted in sterling silver and studded with glistening white paste gemstones with a tiny red garnet eye

A line often quoted as an expression of defiance

Marks: English 9ct gold stamps

Super cute little garnet brooch dating from the Georgian era

the stone was lost - bitten off by a serpent - and Alexander never won a battle again