Golden Adornment - Vintage Signed 'Avon' Gold Plated Herringbone Bracelet/Anklet (VB142)

Golden Adornment - Vintage Signed 'Avon' Gold Plated Herringbone Bracelet/Anklet. This classic bracelet/anklet is crafted from 10K Gold plate over metal. The bracelet features classic vintage styling, and quality craftsmanship. This bracelet/anklet is crafted into a  beautiful herringbone design, which has a lovely polished finished. The piece lays flat when worn, and the high polished finish catches the light perfectly. The bracelet has a secure lobster claw clasp, which is in perfect working order. This vintage bracelet/anklet looks wonderful when worn, and is versatile enough for daytime or evening wear. 

History:The technology behind gold plated jewelry is credited to Italian chemist Luigi Brugnatelli. In 1805, he discovered the process for electroplating. It was quickly adopted for jewelry styles, with many Victorian jewelry pieces using gold plating.

The herringbone chain style is an intricate tapestry of links, laid parallel to each other. It is a classic chain style tracing its origins to Ancient Egypt, and is named for its resemblance to the many slanted bones of the herring fish. The chain lies flat against the skin, gracefully contouring the wearer's neck.

Avon's founder, David H. McConnell, initially sold books as a door-to-door salesman to New York homes. In September 1886, he decided to sell perfumes rather than books. He started the new business in a small office at 126 Chambers Street, Manhattan, New York. The Avon name was inspired by the area around the Suffern lab, which McConnell thought resembled the countryside of William Shakespeare's home, Stratford-on-Avon, England.

Measurements: Bracelet/Anklet  9"    Width 2.80 mm 

Weight: 3.20 grams 

Condition: Excellent 

Origin: America 

Date: Circa 1980