Victorian Gold Curb-Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock pincushions which feels like a long

which feels like a long time ago until you consider that the coral is in the region of 150-300 million years old

The Romans believed that if an aquamarine was carved into the shape of a frog

Crafted in 18 karat yellow gold with platinum settings and an openworked gallery to allow light in behind the stones

The subject is a Baccante with characteristic ivy leaves worn in the hair (also confirmed by an inscription on the back of the cameo)

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Victorian Gold Curb-Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock pincushions which feels like a longDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 Splendid antique curb link bracelet dating from the late Victorian period, circa 1880. It's modelled in 9 karat gold throughout with alternating hand chased links and a heart shaped padlock clasp. Particularly fine craftsmanship and an ever so slightly rosey hue to the yellow gold, with padlock and each individual link stamped 9ct. MEASUREMENTS Width of links: 1. 1cm Wearable length: 8 inches Padlock: 2. 5 x 1. 5cm WEIGHT 24.