Antique Gold, Swiss Enamel, and Gem-set Bracelet

Description:

Antique Gold, Swiss Enamel, and Gem-set Bracelet, c. 1830, the ten enamel plaques depicting ladies in regional dress, labeled with enamel panels on the reverse, in elaborate frames colored stone accents, lg. 6 3/4 in.

Note: An almost identical example is pictured in Understanding Jewelry, by David Bennett and Daniela Mascetti, p. 99.
Estimate $1,500-2,000

Continental hallmarks, possibly from importation? Some minor scratches to enamel, only noticed under a loupe. Some gems are paste, some with abrasions, nicks only noticed under a loupe. Wd. 1 5/8 in. One panel lacking identification. From the tongue end:
ILLYRIE TRANSILVANIE STIRIE MORAVIE SALTZBOURG CROATIE BOHEME HONGRIE __________ TIROL.


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