This delicate example of cut steel jewellery dates from the early 1800s.
Condition Report:
Good - The band of the bangle is slightly mis-shapen. This is only apparent upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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The Details...
This bangle is created from cut steel studs, which are riveted onto a steel panel. The bangle is detailed with a horseshoe motif. The bangle features a safety chain and a small button-like fastening. Its internal diameter is 6cm, which means that the internal circumference is 18.85cm.
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A Short History...
From the 1700s through to the mid 1800s, cut steel was a highly popular material in jewellery manufacture. It sparkled like diamonds, but was less expensive. It catered for a middle class of jewel enthusiast. Cut steel was a particularly coveted material in French society. When Napoleon's second Empress, Marie-Louise, commissioned sets made out of cut steel, she made it very fashionable indeed.
Wear it With...
This bracelet is perfect for day or evening, working as well with a blazer and jeans as it does with a floral midi-dress.
The jewellery within the Gemma Redmond Vintage collection has survived to this day because it has been well cared for throughout its lifetime. It is important to continue to care for the jewellery that you buy from us to ensure its continued preservation. Here are some suggestions:
- Be sure to store your jewellery within the boxes that we provide to ensure that it is protected. This is especially important when travelling with your pieces.
- Try not to get perfume or hairspray on your items. These liquids can damage the materials that our jewellery is made from.
- Try not to drop your jewellery or catch your jewellery against hard surfaces. If this happens over time, the findings and fixings can loosen and wear.
- Try not to get your jewellery wet. Some costume jewellery manufacturers utilised water soluble glue in the making of their pieces. Getting your jewellery wet could cause rhinestones and other details to fall away over time.
- If you wish to clean your jewellery, use a soft polishing cloth or a soft brush.
This stylish bracelet by French designer Christian Lacroix was made in the 1990s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Featuring a typically geometric Art Deco design, this bracelet dates from the 1930s and was created in Germany by Schrieber and Hiller.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A very tiny area of oxidisation to the edge of the bracelet. This is only visible upon very close inspection and does not detract from the overall appeal of the piece.
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This pretty Art Deco bangle is perfect for wearing alone or stacking.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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A pretty bracelet by a much sought after maker of costume jewellery. This piece dates from the late 1950s and was created by Schiaparelli.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Stylish and striking, this Art Deco bangle exudes 1930s glamour.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A few of the tiny metal studs are missing from the detailing on the bangle. This is very common in pieces of this age and type and is only visible upon close inspection. It does not detract from the appeal of the bangle.
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This stylish bracelet dates from the 1920s. It features camphor glass - a material typically found in Art Deco jewellery design.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A tiny element of faint scratching to the surface of the glass. This is consistent with age and use, but does not detract from the overall appeal of the piece.
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Shimmering and beautiful, this bracelet dates from the 1920s. It features a typically Art Deco design, which can be enjoyed for centuries to come.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Featuring a delicate Art Nouveau design, this bangle is designed to be worn on the upper arm.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Featuring an unusual and interesting design, this bangle dates from the 1930s and was created in France by Jean Painlevé.
Condition Report:
Good - Some rubbing to the silver tone metal, so that it appears gilded in places. This consistent with age and use and does not detract from the overall appeal of the piece.
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This unusual and striking bracelet dates from the 1950s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This pretty bracelet was created the 1940s. It is stylish example of retro jewellery.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This statement and striking bracelet was created in the 1950s.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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Shimmering and beautiful, this bracelet dates from the 1920s. It features a typically Art Deco design, which can be enjoyed for centuries to come.
Condition Report:
Very Good - A little darkening to the paste stones in a couple of small areas. This is consistent with age and use and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This stylish bracelet dates from the 1930s.
Condition Report:
Very Good - Some rubbing to the plating on the bracelet links. This is mostly on the reverse of the bracelet and so is not visible when worn. It does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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This beautiful bracelet was created in Germany in c.1900. It features vibrant purple glass.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This stylish Art Deco bangle is perfect for wearing alone or stacking.
Condition Report:
Excellent
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This delicate example of cut steel jewellery dates from the early 1800s.
Condition Report:
Good - The band of the bangle is slightly mis-shapen. This is only apparent upon very close inspection and does not detract from the appeal of the piece.
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