Anchors Aweigh - Estate Italian Sterling Silver Anchor Link Bracelet (EB041)

Anchors Aweigh - Estate Italian Sterling Silver Anchor Link Bracelet (EB041)

$225.00

Anchors Aweigh - Estate Italian Sterling Silver Anchor Link Bracelet. This wonderful bracelet is crafted from sterling silver, hallmarked 925, Italy. Featuring quality craftsmanship, and Italian made. This bracelet is made up of polished oval squared off links, which gives the chain a lovely shine. The links on this bracelet gives the bracelet a dimensional look, which is very attractive on the wrist. The clasp is a secure lobster claw chain, in perfect working order. This estate bracelet is substantial and sturdy, and can be worn on its own or with other bracelets.

History: Silver Mining in History. The story of silver mining began about 5,000 years ago. Silver was first mined around 3,000 BCE in Anatolia, now located in modern-day Turkey. The precious metal helped early civilizations in the Near East, Ancient Greece to flourish.

The term sterling silver denotes any silver alloy in which pure silver makes up at least 92.5 percent of the content. One theory is that the word sterling comes from the name Easterlings—coiners from east German states brought to England during the reign of Henry II (1154–89) to improve the quality of the coinage.

The anchor link (also known as a mariner chain) originated from maritime traditions as a durable way to secure ship anchors, and later transformed into a popular style in fine jewelry.

Measurements: Chain 8"

Weight: 15.50 grams

Condition: Excellent. Note: Pristine like new.

Origin: Italy

Date: 21st Century