Art Deco Jade Elephant Charm Bracelet Silver Suffragette Jewellery

Art Deco Jade Elephant Charm Bracelet Silver Suffragette JewelleryA sweet Art Deco era bracelet made up of ornate, open work links fashioned in silver wire with six polished jade beads hung in between. Its held by a ring clasp and features a delightful hand carved jade elephant charm suspended from the end with a small jade bead hanging beside it. A stone of legend and mysticism, Jade has been prized throughout history for its striking colour and glossy surface. In East Asia it was named The stone of Heaven, as it

" famed for their ability to contain all the colours of the rainbow in one stone

This is accompanied by a sweet inscription on the back which reads: “Mother and Millicent

Condition: Good - Some wear to the settings and the engraving has faded a little over time

(Dated 1901)

It would look perfect on the end of a gold chain and is complete with 375/ 9ct stamps and the maker’s mark on the back of the loop

The gallery has a wonderful Art Nouveau design with open

A wreath of flowers is overlaid on top and decorated with an array of old cut paste stones that glisten as bright as diamonds

this wearable piece of art is the perfect acquisition for an art lover and antique collector

STONES: Garnets (Centre 7 x 7mm

ITEM NUMBER: VE9

ITEM NUMBER: 19-551

Insect jewellery grew in popularity at the turn of the 20th Century due to a renewed love of the natural world following the vast urbanisation of the country and were often decorated with colourful gemstones to enhance their beauty and value