Victorian '1894' Rose Cut Diamond Bangle

A rare and highly unusual Victorian bangle, created in 9 carat gold and designed with an expanding mechanism that allows it to slip comfortably over the wrist. The front is beautifully decorated with the commemorative date “1894”, formed in a flowing script and set throughout with sparkling rose cut diamonds. This all gives the piece both elegance and personal significance.

The year 1894 was notable in Victorian history, marking the publication of Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book, a work that would become one of the most enduring and influential pieces of literature of the era. It was also a time when Queen Victoria’s reign was approaching its later years, a period characterised by reflection, commemoration and sentiment. These themes often echoed in jewellery of this kind.

A striking and meaningful Victorian jewel, combining innovation, romance and history, and a wonderful survivor from the late 19th century.

DETAILS 

ERA: 1894 - Victorian 

MATERIAL/HALLMARK:  unhallmarked 9ct gold and silver 

MEASUREMENTS : 65 x 55mm at rest however it expands to go over the wrist. 

Weight: 7.45 grams approximately 

Condition: Lovely antique condition and ready to wear and be loved. Overall this is in great antique condition with a patina and wear the surface of the gold and diamonds. There are no significant chips or cleeves to the diamonds. 

Please note the antique ring box is for display only

-Please feel free to take a look at all photographs for condition before committing to buy. We do not offer refunds so if in doubt drop us and email and wed be happy to help!

-We ship worldwide on all orders & parcels are sent fully insured and well packed in our signature pink boxes

-We accept all methods of payment, and orders will be shipped out within 1-3 business days.

-All customs information is declared and we are not responsible for any import duties or delays incurred.

> All of the jewels we work with are antique or vintage and as such they are sold ‘as seen. This means theyre not perfect. They carry the love and journey of generations who love them before. These jewels should be worn with extra and love and care.