Classical Life - Victorian Rose Gold Filled Paste Bangle Bracelet (VICB031)

Classical Life - Victorian Rose Gold Filled Paste Bangle Bracelet. This gorgeous bracelet is crafted from rose gold fill, tested. The bangle features 2 round cut faceted clear paste gemstones, two round cut faceted green paste gemstones, Victorian era styling, and quality craftsmanship. The gallery on this bangle is expertly set with two sparkling clear paste gems, and two moss green paste gems. The gemstones are enhanced by exquisitely engraved decoration, showcasing classical shell motifs, and raised detailing.The pink color of this rose gold filled bracelet is something collectors desire because it has the most beautiful hue. These are called half round bangles. This has really good weight to it and is one of the very good quality pieces from the late 1800s.The bangle is smooth and polished, with a hinged closure, in perfect working order. This Victorian bracelet looks beautiful worn on its own or stacked up with other bracelets. 

History: Paste jewellery dates back to France during the 18th century when a jeweller named Georges Frederic Stras began hand crafting fine-quality Paste jewellery in 1724. He was quickly then appointed as “Jeweller to the King”, and began making Paste jewellery for King Louis XV of France.

The history of gold-filled jewellery traces back to early 19th century England, where this technique was patented to create semi-precious and better-quality custom jewellery during the Victorian Era.

The earliest bangle can be traced back to 2600 BCE, where a statue of a woman wearing bangle bracelets was found in a ruins in Mohenjo-Daro, India. This accessory traces the bangle back at least 5,000 years to the Indus River civilizations. Bangles also been found in ancient Mayan, Mauryan, Roman, and Chinese ruins.

In the history of the United Kingdom and the British Empire, the Victorian era was the reign of Queen Victoria, from 20 June 1837 until her death on 22 January 1901. Slightly different definitions are sometimes used. 

Measurements: Bangle   Note: Fits a 6 1/2 to 7 1/2 in the best. 

Gemstones: Paste Gemstones 1.50 mm  each 

Weight: 19.30 grams 

Condition: Very Good   Note: Some age related wear, which does not take away from the beauty of the piece what-so-ever. 

Origin: England 

Date: Circa 1890