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Crimson Adornment - Vintage Sterling Silver Garnet Tennis Bracelet. This wonderful bracelet is crafted from sterling silver, hallmarked 925 for sterling. Featuring 18 genuine flat cut garnet gemstones, Vintage styling and quality craftsmanship. This bracelet is made up of links, which consist of expertly bezel set red wine garnets. The bracelet is adjustable and features a secure lobster - claw clasp. This Vintage bracelet looks wonderful when worn, versatile and beautiful!
History : The history of garnet dates back to the Bronze Age, more than 5000 years ago. Its name, which has been used since these ancient times, was derived from the Latin word granatium, which means pomegranate (because the small, red crystals were thought to resemble pomegranate seeds). ... Garnet on Asbestos.
Silver was first found in large amounts around 5000 BC, when prehistoric people dug the first copper mines. ... Large-scale silver mining had developed in Anatolia by 3000 BC. This was to meet the demand from the first ancient city states, which used the metal as a common medium of exchange.
Measurements: Bracelet 7 1/2" to 8" (adjustable)
Stone Size: Garnet 11.34 carats
Weight: 22.20 grams
Condition: Excellent
Origin: Most likely Asia Provenance: Canada
Date: Circa 1980