We have similar Wedding and Art Deco items, which would pair nicely with this piece, for sale this week. To view in separate listings, please visit our store and search "Wedding" or "Deco" under our Buy-It-Now items.
Listing Description by: Angela A.
The Piece
Markings: "FAS 925" on the clasp, tested, and guaranteed
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Item Measurements: - Wearable length and inner circumference: 8.12"
- Wrist gap measures: 2.56" across when closed
- When opened, the wrist gap measures: 2.63" across
- Band width: 0.26"
Bracelet Type: Bangle bracelet
Closure/Clasp Type: Safety catch
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Notable Features:- Handmade in the style of the Art Deco era and in the style of a wedding bangle
- Composed of .925 sterling silver
- Features an etched design of textured "x"-shaped motifs on a polished background
- Safety catch for secure wear
Damage: Age appropriate wear. Tarnish on the silver can be removed or lessened with a buffing. The price has been reduced to reflect this.
*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*
The History
The Art Deco era is famous for being the "Gatsby" or "Roaring Twenties" era. A lot of gorgeous and timeless designs in jewelry came out of this period. Jewelry from this period was most often crafted between 1920 and 1940. Art Deco jewelry sometimes featured white gold or platinum, geometric designs, European cut diamonds, filigree, and calibre cut stones that are specially cut to fit the design of the piece. During the Art Deco period jewelers often made jewelry upon custom order, this would usually take weeks to months to completely craft by hand.
Wedding bracelets have a long history stretching back centuries and were especially popular in 19th century Europe as Victorians looked back to the Middle Ages and Renaissance for influence in their art and jewelry. Historically, a groom would give his bride a beautifully engraved bracelet on their wedding day, but occasionally they would also be gifted in sets—one given upon engagement, and the other on the day of the wedding. Alternately these sets would come as two different sized bracelets, a larger one for the groom and the smaller for the bride. During the Victorian and Art Nouveau eras, these bracelets were also referred to as “handcuff bracelets” and were a symbol of matrimonial commitment, usually used in place of an engagement or wedding ring.
