Antique Vintage Art Deco 925 Sterling Silver Amethyst Bypass Bracelet 13.4g

Description

We have similar Art Deco and Amethyst items, which would pair nicely with this piece, for sale this week. To view in separate listings, please visit our store and search or "Deco" and "Amethyst"
under our Buy-It-Now items.
Listing Description by: Dayna M.
The Piece
Age Circa
: Art Deco C. 1920 - 1940
Markings:
Unmarked, tested, and guaranteed
Country of Origin
: Unknown
Brand
: Unknown
Gram Weight
: 13.4 grams
Metal Type
: .925 sterling silver
Material
: --
Main Stone
: Amethyst
Main Stone Measurements/Color
:
Length:
11.28 mm
Width:
7.14 mm
Color:
semi-translucent deep purple hue
Accent Stone
: --
Accent Stone Measurements/Color
: --
Stone Treatment
:
The stone(s) appear to be untreated, but we are not certified gemologists. Stone(s) have been tested and guaranteed using a professional Presidium Duo refractive, heat, and hardness tester.
Stone Cuts
: smoothed, and polished cabochon
Item Measurements
Wearable length and inner circumference:
5.0"
Wrist gap:
2.06"
Band width:
0.16"
Bracelet Type
: Bangle bracelet
Closure/Clasp Type
: Hinge and friction clasp with chain security
Link Type
: Rounded and polished sterling silver
Notable Features
:
Handmade during the Art Deco era
Composed of .925 sterling silver
This bangle bracelet features two rounded ends of the band, which appear to pass each other in the bypass style
At the end of each bypass is beautiful Amethyst stones, each carved into a crystal shape showcasing their beautiful purple semi-translucent hue
These ends can be pulled apart via a hinge at the bottom, opening for ease of wear and with a chain attached for extra security when worn
The inside of the band is smooth and polished for comfortable and secure wear
Damage
: Age appropriate wear. There is heavy tarnish on some areas of the sterling silver, giving the bracelet an antique quality we believe is rather lovely. The price has been reduced to reflect this.
*This listing is for the item only. All display boxes and/or photography props do not come with your purchase.*
The History
The Art Deco era is famous for being the "Gatsby" or "Roaring Twenties" era. A lot of gorgeous and timeless designs in jewelry came out of this period. Jewelry from this period was most often crafted between 1920 and 1940. Art Deco jewelry sometimes featured white gold or platinum, geometric designs, European cut diamonds, filigree, and calibre cut stones that are specially cut to fit the design of the piece. During the Art Deco period jewelers often made jewelry upon custom order, this would usually take weeks to months to completely craft by hand.
Amethysts are a semi-precious variety of quartz that are valued for their varying shades of translucent purple hues. The purple color is derived from iron and other trace element deposits. Throughout antiquity, amethysts were used in religious and royal jewelry, and were considered as valuable as rubies, emeralds, and even sapphires.
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