Edwardian Revival - Vintage Silver Plated Faux Pearl & Crystal Rhinestone Triple Strand Bracelet (VB145)

Edwardian Revival - Vintage Silver Plated Faux Pearl & Crystal Rhinestone Triple Strand Bracelet. This gorgeous bracelet is crafted from silver plate. The bracelet features numerous simulated pearls, numerous round cut faceted rhinestones, vintage era Edwardian styling, and quality craftsmanship. This bracelet is comprised of a central open-work medallion, which is adorned with sparkling crystal rhinestones. The bracelet also showcases beautiful white pearls, displaying silvery/white overtones. The pearls are expertly wired and connected to the gallery. The lovely piece is finished off beautifully with 3 dangly pearls on each side of the back of the bracelet. The bracelet is easy to slip on, and fits securely on the wrist, until it is removed. This bracelet would make a perfect bridal, or special occasion bracelet. 

History: Two forms of faux pearls were manufactured in Italy, the earliest, produced from at least the 13th century, and hailing from the ingenious glass workshops of Venice, were imitation glass pearls. Some of these pearls were apparently made from an intriguing mixture of powdered glass, and egg  white. Faux pearls(simulated pearls)are made up of glass, ceramic, shell or plastic to give them the appearance of real pearls. This faux pearl is often painted and covered in a material that simulates a pearl-like luster and false iridescence. Faux or simulated pearls are man made. 

Rhinestones which are also known as diamantes or paste date back as far as the thirteenth century where they were first made from Czechoslovakian or Bohemian hand blown glass. The term rhinestone came along later, when rock crystals were discovered in and around the shores of the river Rhine in Austria.  

The process was invented in 1805 by Italian chemist Luigi Brugnatelli who plated a very thin gold layer on top of silver. Since then, it has become commonplace in the jewelry world, with many base metals covered in gold, silver, or rhodium.

Measurements: Bracelet (Fits 6"-7" the best) 

Stone Size: Pearl 5.50 mm    

Weight: 18.30 grams 

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: America 

Date: Circa 1980