An exceptional 1930s Egyptian Revival sterling silver and lapis lazuli panel bracelet hailing from the Art deco era.
A quality piece crafted in heavy gauge silver and stamped with Egyptian hallmarks the bracelet features a row of 7 figural busts of Tutankhamun inlaid with tiles of royal blue lapis lazuli gemstones. The figures are finely modelled and beautifully detailed. They graduate gently in size from the centre to the ends and the bracelet fastens with shovel style push button clasp.
Made locally in Egypt, the bracelet is stamped with a Arabic characters and we have acid tested and verified that it is sterling silver.
In 1923, British archaeologist Howard Carter discovered the ancient tomb of Tutankhamun triggering a wave of Egyptomania that heavily influenced the Art Deco movement. As tourists flocked there to embrace this ancient culture Egyptian themed jewellery became madly fashionable worldwide.
This striking bracelet is a reminder of those heady times, a unique addition to antique jewellery collection!
MATERIAL: sterling silver
GEMSTONE: lapis lazuli, Presidium tested
MEASUREMENTS: 7-1/2" (19cm) end to end, wearable length 7" (18cm). 18mm wide in the centre graduating to 11.5mm at the clasp
WEIGHT: 27.7 grams
HALLMARKS: stamped in Arabic characters on the clasp and the back of a couple of the panels
ERA: 1930, Art Deco
CONDITION: in very, very good antique condition with just light surface wear and faint scratches commensurate with age and the clasp clicking securely shut.
At Mercy Madge we offer quality antique and vintage jewellery sourced in Great Britain. All of our pieces are professionally cleaned and polished so they are ready to wear and enjoy or give as a gift.
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* All gemstones have been tested and verified using a Presidium Gemstone Tester. All measurements and carat weights given are approximations.
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Materials: Sterling Silver, Lapis Lazuli.