Victorian Sterling Silver Gothic Revival Bangle - Birmingham 1883 - A407

Summary

A Victorian sterling silver hinged bangle with two borders of raised star rosettes framing a broad polished centre. Gothic Revival style geometric decoration contrasts with the plain silver, and the fastening has an additional safety chain.

Description

Two rows of circular bosses run across the front, each enclosing a raised star within a textured border. Small geometric details fill the spaces between them. Their repeated forms recall Gothic Revival architectural ornament, while the broad polished strip between the rows gives the decoration room to register.

The reverse is plain and smoothly curved. A hinge allows the bangle to open, and it closes with a push and slide clasp, secured by an additional silver safety chain. Patent number 1743 is stamped beneath the clasp.

The interior carries a full Birmingham sterling silver hallmark for 1883 and the maker's mark of Robert James Dick. Dick was a Birmingham jeweller based in Hylton Street, with recorded silver marks from the early to middle 1880s and work that included bangles and other jewellery.

Condition

Good antique condition with minor wear and very small indentations to the plain silver section from normal use. The hinge and clasp function correctly, and the safety chain is attached and in good order.

Approximate Measurements

• Wrist fit: up to approximately 16.5cm [6.50in]
• Width: 19mm [0.75in]
• Weight: 22.55g [0.80oz]
• Material: sterling silver
• Maker: Robert James Dick
• Hallmark: Birmingham 1883

Stock Code: A407 SP20-3

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