This yellow gold bracelet served as a wonderful souvenir, almost 200 years ago.
Its design is made up of eighteen panels, which have all been decorated with enamel. The panels are alternatingly painted with a black foliage pattern, or with a variety of multi-coloured flowers.
However, what makes it most unique is what lies inside! Both sides of the bracelet have secret hinges and open to reveal a message. One side of the bracelet hides the black enamel word 'Erinerung' (or 'memory / souvenir') and the other side has been personalized and is engraved with the inscription: Wien (Vienna) 1838.
The bracelet opens with a box-clasp and is fitted with a safety catch, to prevent it from slipping off unnoticed.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Inner dimensions: 46 x 61 mm.
Circumference: 17 cm or 6 5/8th inches.
9 mm wide.
Weight: 22.51 grams.
Age: 19th Century, also known as the Victorian era, circa 1838.
Material: Acid tested as at least 10k gold. Please note that this is below the legal gold grade in some countries.
Condition: In antique condition with some wear, consistent with age. The hinges of the hidden panels and the clasp are still working securely. The black enamel panels are in good condition with only minor wear, but some of the coloured flower enamels do have damages: these can be observed in the pictures.
Please note that the antique box is for display purposes.