EGYPTIAN REVIVAL Bangle Bracelet In 18Kt Yellow Gold With Gemstones & Enamel
An Italian Egyptian revival bangle bracelet.
This is a fabulous and colorful bangle bracelet created in Italy with Egyptian revival patterns. The beautiful bracelet has been masterfully crafted in solid yellow gold of 18 karats with polished finish and embellished with application of blue, red, turquoise and green glass enamels. Mounted with twenty-one white colorless diamonds, one carving of blue lapis lazuli and two carvings of pink rhodochrosite. This bracelet is an exceptional piece, with wonderful craftsmanship and is fitted with a hinge, a concealed push boxed lock and a figure eight for extra safety.
Country: European, Italy.
Period: Egyptian revival, 1940-1970.
Materials: 18Kt Yellow gold, glass enamels, diamonds, rhodochrosite and lapis lazuli.
Diamonds: Mounted in flush setting, with 21 calibrated round brilliant cut diamonds, with a combined weight of about 0.42 carats, G/H color, VS/SI clarity.
Lapis lazuli: Mount in a bezel setting, with 1 oval cabochon cut of a natural blue lapis lazuli, with an estimate weight of about 0.75 carats.
Rhodochrosite: The scarab is mount in bezel settings, with 2 well matched oval cabochon cut of natural pink rhodochrosites with a combined weight of about 2 carats.
Weight: 59.95 Grams, (38.45 Dwt).
Size: Fit a wrist up to 7 Inches, (18 Cm).
Measurements: The top main element is 31 mm by 65 mm (1.22 x 2.56 Inches).
Hallmarks: Stamped with several Italian marks and electronically tested for the assay and warranty of the 18 karats yellow gold with results as follows, ".750/.999 Au".
Egyptian Revival
For centuries, Ancient Egypt has held the fascination of the public and continues to inspire artists and designers alike. Between the 1860 and 1890, ancient cities were discovered, such as Troy, Pompeii and Alexandria. Archaeological excavations in Egypt, Greece and Rome, discovered artistic pieces of these ancient cultures. These fabulous discoveries, stimulated cultural trips to these countries, popularly called "grand tour". Being the case that the enthusiast visitors bring back small objects, like souvenirs to be assembled into jewelry. The starting point of these trips were in the cities of Rome and Venice.
Collateral: This Egyptian revival bracelet is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.
Condition: The overall condition of this Egyptian revival bracelet is excellent. Beside the little normal wear there is no damage to the gold. The enamel and the 25 gemstones are secured in the settings. This bracelet was carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: B012626CSNM/1.441
