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What a Beautiful Bangle Bracelet of solid, quality English
construction! With a softer yellow gold hue, this pretty bangle bracelet features
a stylized floral & foliate design set within the plain bands, reaching
beyond clasp and hinge with a design I liken to the rising sun. The delicate diamond
cut detailing really makes the design stand out and catch the light
beautifully.
The back is plain & smooth. The hinge opens & closes
smoothly and the hook-like clasp clicks shut with a snap. There is absolutely, positively no way this
one will fall off! A safety chain is in
place for added security.
It has that lovely silky smooth feel usually only associated
with solid carat gold. The gold has a shiny, almost mirror-like finish.
HISTORY &
HALLMARKS
Era: c1960s (patent number 102.22.8
inside)
Trademark: H.G. & S.
Maker: Henry
Griffiths & Sons known to be operating in the late 19th century
into the 20th century
Material: 9ct gold with a metal core (assumed
1/5th as most are)
Gold Purity: 9ct gold
Being 1/5th gold/metal core means it is that this a solid bangle
with a thick shell of 9 carat gold bonded to a jeweller’s alloy or metal core. The 1/5 refers to the amount of gold in the
construction - the gold is 4 times thicker when compared to standard rolled
gold.
Bangles with a metal core wear much better than bangles without
one as they are easily dented and crushed.
The metal core provides durability and strength to their
construction. They were known to come
with a warranty of 20 years and longer.
SIZING
Suitable: small-medium/average wrists - circumference
of 17.4cm
Diameters: 6cm & 5.02cm or 2.37” & 2”
Width: 1.57cm or 0.62”
Weight: a heavy 42.5 grams
OVERALL
Better-than-Excellent
Vintage condition! There is no damage, dents or wear to note just a
little typical surface scratching evident on all gold jewellery that has been
worn. It has a warm, buttery hue and silky smooth feel of solid carat gold. It
catches the light beautifully and you will be thrilled.
***Perfect for gift giving & a fabulous addition to any jewellery
collection***
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