This Victorian Russian diamond bracelet is crafted in 14k rose gold, weighs 35.8g and will fit up to a 7 inch wrist. The diamond-studded marquise-shaped plaque measures 24mm wide and 14mm deep. This exquisite bangle bracelet inspired by the popular late Victorian style, is of Russian artisanship and bears the two-digit purity stamp of '56' corresponding to 14k gold and the national Russian hallmark of a woman's profile wearing a diadem, referred to as 'Kokoshnik' (enforced prior to the Russian Revolution). Comprised of two diaphanous components adjoined by a delicate hinge and the slide-in clasp positioned on the side, this alluring bangle bracelet exposes an attention-seeking marquise-shaped plaque resplendent in 1.12cts of old mine-cut diamonds graded I color and SI1 clarity and 1.06cts of matching grade full-cut diamonds mounted in a vaulted position within delicately elongated multiple prong settings. A glowing diamond rim composed of 1.76cts of prong-set old mine-cut diamonds graded J color and SI1 clarity surrounds the elevated assemblage of precious stones, flanked by botanically inspired meticulously rendered leaves, embellished with delicate scrolls and repoussé gold creating artistic foliate-themed patterns. These intriguing repoussé gold leaves feature immaculately scalloped surrounds and 'en relief' reedings at both finials. This fascinating bangle bracelet secures with a slide-in clasp, bearing the afore-described hallmarks and the maker's initials 'H.S.
Old mine-cut diamonds are amongst the earliest diamond cuts becoming rarer by the decade. Old mine-cut diamonds are cut with gently rounded corners and brilliant-style facets, the old world charm deriving from an open culet which favors fire over brilliance. Many of these diamonds have now been re-cut to suit more modern proportions, especially those of higher quality, leaving few of these charming and desirable cuts with wide-flashing facets for us to enjoy today.
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