Sparkle & Lace - Art Deco Sterling Silver Paste Filigree Bracelet (ADB018)

Sparkle & Lace - Art Deco Sterling Silver Paste Filigree Bracelet. This exquisite bracelet is crafted from sterling silver, hallmarked STERLING, and a makers mark. The bracelet features, one round cut faceted paste gemstone, one round cut faceted crystal, 3 emerald cut faceted paste gemstones, Art Deco era styling, and quality craftsmanship. This lovely bracelet consists of exquisite filigree silver links. Each link also showcases delicate engraving, and filigree bow designs. The central portion of the bracelet is set with interspaced blue topaz colored paste, and clear glowing gems. The bracelet has a hidden clasp, which simply slides into a link and locks into place through the back of the clasp. This hidden locking clasp  mechanism is a wonderful secure way of making sure that the bracelet is safe and sound on the wearers wrist. This Art Deco bracelet is a piece to be enjoyed and cherished for many years to come. 

History: In antique jewellery, lead glass was most commonly used, since the denser the material, the higher the refractive index and the greater the dispersion. Paste jewellery dates back to France during the 18th century when a jeweller named Georges Frederic Stras began hand crafting fine-quality Paste jeweller.

Silver was discovered after gold and copper about 4000 bce, when it was used in jewelry and as a medium of exchange. The earliest known workings of significant size were those of the pre-Hittites of Cappadocia in eastern Anatolia.

Sterling silver was first used in the 12th century in Germany, where the concept of using an alloy to make silver more durable originated. It was later introduced in England in the 13th century, where it became the standard for silver objects.

Measurements: Bracelet  7" 

Stone Size: Paste (Emerald Blue Topaz) 5.00 mm  x 3.00 mm  Paste (Round)3.00 mm 

Weight: 12.10 grams 

Condition: Very Good    Note: One round paste was replaced at one point in time. This is not very noticeable, therefore it does not take away from the beauty of the piece. 

Origin: America 

Date: Circa 1920