{"product_id":"victorian-gate-bracelet","title":"Victorian Gate Bracelet","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVictorian Gold-Tone Gate Bracelet with Large Faceted Purple Stone, c.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003ca href=\"tel:1870-1890\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e1870–1890\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA wonderfully substantial and decorative \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVictorian gate bracelet\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, dating to the latter part of the 19th century, circa 1870–1890.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe bracelet is formed from multiple rows of beautifully articulated elongated links, creating the distinctive architectural appearance that gave Victorian \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e“gate bracelets”\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e their name. The broad construction sits impressively on the wrist while the individually joined links allow the bracelet to remain wonderfully flexible.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAt its centre is an elaborate openwork plaque decorated with sweeping scrolls, stylised foliage and richly textured detailing. The design has an almost architectural quality, typical of the wonderfully elaborate jewellery produced during the Victorian period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eTaking centre stage is a large oval \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003efaceted purple-pink stone\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, held within a finely serrated setting. The stone catches the light beautifully, changing from deep plum and smoky mauve to warmer rose and amber tones depending upon the light. The stone has not been gemologically tested and is therefore described conservatively as glass\/paste rather than a natural gemstone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe bracelet is constructed in an attractive warm \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003egold-tone\/gilt metal\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e, which has developed the gentle variation in colour and patina expected from an antique piece of this age. The metal is untested and is not being represented as solid gold.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGate bracelets became particularly fashionable during the Victorian era and were often made as substantial statement pieces, their rows of interlocking links inspired by the appearance of gates and fencing. Their bold proportions and intricate construction make surviving examples wonderfully wearable today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA fabulous piece of Victorian jewellery with real presence – dramatic enough to wear alone and particularly beautiful with evening dress or against a simple sleeve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDate:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Victorian, circa 1870–1890\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStyle:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Gate bracelet\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMetal:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Gold-tone\/gilt metal, untested\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStone:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Large faceted purple-pink glass\/paste stone, untested\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDesign:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Multi-row articulated gate links with ornate scrolling and foliate central plaque\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Good antique condition with age-related wear, patination and variation to the gilt finish consistent with its age. Please study the photographs carefully as they form part of the description.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHeritage House – History in Your Home\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heritage House Cotswolds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59593919791429,"sku":null,"price":165.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1077\/2139\/2453\/files\/IMG_2929.jpg?v=1791272064","url":"https:\/\/heritagehousecotswolds.com\/products\/victorian-gate-bracelet","provider":"Heritage House Cotswolds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}