What are the hallmarks of Edwardian era jewellery design?

Edwardian jewellery, spanning roughly 1901 to 1915, is defined by delicate openwork, garland and foliate motifs, and fine gemstone settings. Craftsmanship from this period often emphasised light-capturing arrangements, combining diamonds, sapphires, and pearls in yellow gold or platinum.

What metals and gemstones were commonly used in turn-of-the-century bracelets?

Bracelets from around 1900 frequently featured 15ct or 18ct yellow gold paired with precious gemstones such as sapphires, diamonds, and natural seed pearls. The combination of colourful faceted stones with subtle pearls was a key characteristic of late Victorian and Edwardian design.

How can you identify authentic antique sapphire and pearl bracelets?

Authentic pieces typically display hand-carved details, Victorian or Edwardian gold hallmarks, and period-specific stone cuts such as old European or rose cuts. The settings often show subtle variations inherent to hand-finishing rather than modern mass manufacturing.

How do you style an antique gemstone bracelet with contemporary attire?

An antique gold and sapphire bracelet can be worn as a standalone statement piece alongside tailored evening wear or stacked with minimalist modern gold bangles for a curated daytime look. The classic colour palette pairs effectively with neutral clothing tones.

How should antique gold, seed pearl, and sapphire jewellery be preserved?

Clean gently with a soft dry cloth and avoid submerging in liquid cleaners, as moisture can damage organic seed pearl mountings. Store the piece individually in a lined jewellery box to protect the gemstones and delicate gold openwork from scratching.

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Antique 0.68ct Sapphire, 0.15ct Diamond, Seed Pearl and 18ct Yellow Gold Bracelet Circa 1900

Name: Antique 0.68ct Sapphire, 0.15ct Diamond, Seed Pearl and 18ct Yellow Gold Bracelet Circa 1900
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1115578
Price: 2950 GBP
Availability: InStock

1900 - 1920

For Sale by AC Silver

Description

A stunning, fine and impressive antique 0.68 carat sapphire, 0.15 carat diamond, seed pearl and 18 carat yellow gold bracelet; part of our diverse collection of antique bracelets.

This stunning, fine and impressive antique bracelet has been crafted in 18ct yellow gold.

The anterior surface of the bracelet features a three-leaf clover design ornamented with a central claw set 0.15ct Old European round cut diamond.

The feature organic design is encompassed with a circular, millegrain decorated frame incorporating six impressive round faceted sapphires totalling 0.68ct, alternating with impressive seed pearls.

This finely crafted bracelet bears impressive paired leaf designs to the lugs, flanking the central design.

The bracelet strap is comprised of hinged pierced pale style links, securing with a push fit clasp and benefiting from the additional security of a safety chain.

The bracelet is hallmarked to the tongue of the clasp and side of the strap with the 18ct gold mark (18ct); the reverse of the clover design bears a further 18ct gold mark (18).

This antique pearl and sapphire bracelet in yellow gold is supplied with an IDGL diamond and gemstone grading report card.

Images do not always reflect the true colour and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual colour and showcases each stone.

Condition

This stunning antique bracelet is excellent quality, set with impressive sapphires displaying fine colour and brilliance, in addition to seed pearls displaying fine colour and lustre.

The high colour and clarity graded diamond displays a fine white colour and brilliance.

The bracelet is an excellent gauge of gold and is in excellent condition, with clear hallmark to the clasp, strap and setting.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of antique jewellery/estate jewelry.

Sapphire Quality

Colour Blue

Cut Round Faceted

Content 0.68 carat

Diamond Quality

Colour (average grades) G

Clarity (average grades) VS1

Cut Old European

Content 0.15 carat

Number of Diamonds

1

Dimensions

Length of bracelet 19cm/7.48'

Diameter of feature setting 2.4cm/0.94'

Width of bracelet 5.3mm/0.21'

Height of setting 4.12mm/0.16'

Weight

15.72 grams

Date: Circa 1900

A video is available upon request.

Physical Dimensions

Height

0.4cm (0.16")

Width

0.5cm (0.20")

Depth

19cm (7.48")

Declaration

AC Silver has dated this Antique Sapphire Gold Bracelet to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1115578

Dealers Internal Reference

C9009

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Description

A stunning, fine and impressive antique 0.68 carat sapphire, 0.

“

15 carat diamond, seed pearl and 18 carat yellow gold bracelet; part of our diverse collection of antique bracelets.

AC Silver

This stunning, fine and impressive antique bracelet has been crafted in 18ct yellow gold.

fig 1. An 18ct yellow gold antique bracelet featuring a central clover design set with a diamond, surrounded by a circular frame of blue sapphires and seed pearls. — fig 1. Antique 0.68ct Sapphire, 0.15ct Diamond, Seed Pearl and 18ct Yellow Gold Bracelet Circa 1900

The anterior surface of the bracelet features a three-leaf clover design ornamented with a central claw set 0.15ct Old European round cut diamond.

The feature organic design is encompassed with a circular, millegrain decorated frame incorporating six impressive round faceted sapphires totalling 0.68ct, alternating with impressive seed pearls.

fig 2. An 18ct yellow gold antique bracelet featuring a central clover design set with a diamond, surrounded by a circular frame of blue sapphires and seed pearls. — fig 2. Antique 0.68ct Sapphire, 0.15ct Diamond, Seed Pearl and 18ct Yellow Gold Bracelet Circa 1900

This finely crafted bracelet bears impressive paired leaf designs to the lugs, flanking the central design.

The bracelet strap is comprised of hinged pierced pale style links, securing with a push fit clasp and benefiting from the additional security of a safety chain.

fig 3. An 18ct yellow gold antique bracelet featuring a central clover design set with a diamond, surrounded by a circular frame of blue sapphires and seed pearls. — fig 3. Antique 0.68ct Sapphire, 0.15ct Diamond, Seed Pearl and 18ct Yellow Gold Bracelet Circa 1900

The bracelet is hallmarked to the tongue of the clasp and side of the strap with the 18ct gold mark (18ct); the reverse of the clover design bears a further 18ct gold mark (18).

This antique pearl and sapphire bracelet in yellow gold is supplied with an IDGL diamond and gemstone grading report card.

fig 4. An 18ct yellow gold antique bracelet featuring a central clover design set with a diamond, surrounded by a circular frame of blue sapphires and seed pearls. — fig 4. Antique 0.68ct Sapphire, 0.15ct Diamond, Seed Pearl and 18ct Yellow Gold Bracelet Circa 1900

Images do not always reflect the true colour and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual colour and showcases each stone.

Condition

This stunning antique bracelet is excellent quality, set with impressive sapphires displaying fine colour and brilliance, in addition to seed pearls displaying fine colour and lustre.