The Design & Styling of this Antique bangle is just
exquisite and so much prettier in person. The top features an oval cartouche
yet to be engraved with a name or monogram. It is flanked by beautiful,
incredibly detailed, scrolling heart shaped filigree with fleur-de-lis-like
accents! It is accented with diamond shaped amethyst paste colour stones. The
pictures do not do this beauty justice.
The back is plain and smooth. The hidden hinge and clasp are in
excellent working order with an internal sliding bar for additional security
released. It clicks closed securely.
COLOUR
Its hue is a soft pink rose
gold hue while the filigree design is a yellow gold – the contrast is Subtle and Beautiful. It has the
silky smooth feel usually only associated with solid carat gold and expected of
quality antique/vintage jewellery.
HISTORY &
MARKS
Era: c1905 Edwardian
Trademark: none however it appears it could have been
made by
Maker: S. O. Bigney & Company who advertised as early as
1903 and continued operating until 1943 producing pieces renowned for their SUPERIOR quality.
Their range of pieces included chains, lockets, charms, brooches, etc. renowned
for their quality.
Material: Gold Filled - unmarked
Gold Purity: outer surface tested positive for 12 carat gold
MEASURES
Sizing: suitable for a small-medium wrist
Circumference: 17.2cm
Diameters: 5.78cm and 5.12cm (2” and 2.25”)
Width: 1.25cm (1/2”) tapering to 1cm
Weight: 23.1 grams
OVERALL
Near MINT
Antique condition! At over 100 years old, this bangle presents
beautifully. There is only one detail to mention – a light patch of wear that
appears as a shadow in the pics and is not obvious to the naked eye due to the
high shine of the finish. There is no evidence of a repair, dents, damage or obvious
wear to the finish. It looks superb on the wrist and will make a lovely family
heirloom to be treasured. The pictures do not do it justice.
