Lovely quality, as you might expect, this fabulous vintage Harrods of London bangle bracelet is beautifully crafted in "hard gold plated" sterling silver. Hard plating is a quality finish and it typically involves plating the silver with a deposit of at least 2 microns of gold so it is a pretty durable finish that will withstand the test of time.
Fully hallmarked for 1967 and beautifully crafted in a traditional antique design the bracelet is engraved in an English Oak leaf pattern with rope trim to the top and bottom. Oak leaves have long been a been a popular jewellery motif and they are thought to symbolise strength and loyalty.
The bangle is double walled with a gentle D-profile and crafted on the oval for comfort. It has an ridged push button clasp and a safety chain adding to the lovely decoration. It is stamped on the inside 'Excalibur' for the Excalibur Jewellery Co. of Hatton Garden, London, a British company that made jewellery exclusively for Harrods.
Classically English these floral and foliate engraved cuff bracelets spoke of love, and they have been fashionable since Victorian and Edwardian times. They were a popular jewellery milestone gift for sweethearts and wives and were often personalized with engraved names, dates and sentiments on the inside. Fabulous to find one hailing from the prestigious Harrods store too!
MATERIALS: sterling silver, gold
HALLMARKS: stamped inside the back 'Excalibur-Sterling Silver-Made in England' also 'lion passant' for sterling, and date letter 'S' for 1967. Stamped inside the front with a worn 'H.S.Ltd.' for Harrods, lion passant, date letter and 'anchor' for Birmingham. Stamped on clasp 'Hard Gold Plated' and '8'
MEASUREMENTS: 5/8" (1.8cm) wide and 7" (18cm) around the inside
WEIGHT: 33.3 grams
DATE: mid century, dated 1967
CONDITION: The bracelet is in very good vintage condition with light surface scratches as expected but no dents or dings and the hinge and clasp in perfect working order closing with a solid snap. Please see the photos and excuse any strange reflections!
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Materials: Sterling Silver, Gold.