Russian Gold Bracelet With Turquoise Enamel And Pearls. 19th Century

This elegant 19th-century Russian gold bracelet, adorned with turquoise enamel and natural pearls, is a remarkable example of Russian jewelry from the Historicist period. The harmony of its colors, the finesse of its craftsmanship, and the exceptional quality of its workmanship attest to the expertise of the most prestigious Russian jewelry workshops of the second half of the 19th century.

The articulated oval body is entirely covered in rich turquoise enamel, which serves as a backdrop for a delicate engraved and chased gold design. Graceful plant scrolls flow fluidly across the entire surface, illustrating the refined ornamental vocabulary characteristic of the Historicism period. The center of the composition is dominated by a radiant gold star, set with a natural pearl and surrounded by a crown of small fine pearls, lending the piece depth, elegance, and nobility. The combination of the warm tone of the gold, the intensity of the turquoise enamel, and the silky luster of the natural pearls creates a composition of rare artistic harmony.

This type of bracelet was intended for ladies of high society in the Russian Empire and served as both a precious piece of jewelry and a symbol of social distinction and refinement. Thanks to its authentic Russian hallmarks, the remarkable quality of its craftsmanship, and its excellent state of preservation, this piece is of great interest to collectors of antique Russian jewelry.

Hallmarks: Partially legible St. Petersburg hallmark. Latin initials “TR.” Gold fineness “56.”

Dimensions: Interior dimensions: 7 × 5.5 cm.

Weight: 26.65 g.

Condition: Very fine collector’s condition.

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