Details
This glorious antique Victorian citrine bangle is beautifully fashioned in silver and finished with 18ct yellow gold gilt. The exquisite bracelet showcases a sweeping, graduated row of nine radiant oval-cut citrines, each glowing with rich honey-gold hues. The gemstones are individually claw-set upon a delicate double split band, secured with a discreet hidden box clasp and a fine safety chain.
During the late 19th century, golden gemstones such as citrine were highly coveted, their popularity further enhanced by Queen Victoria, who famously used citrine to adorn her summer residence. Steeped in symbolism, citrine has long been celebrated as the “Sun Stone,” associated with radiant energy, prosperity, warmth, and enduring joy.
Beautifully preserved, this exceptional citrine bangle is a highly collectable antique and a captivating heirloom, passed down through generations. Wear it alone as a striking, sun-kissed statement, or layer it effortlessly with other gold bangles.
WEIGHT: 14.3 grams
MEASURES: Circumference 7 inches x Diameter 64mm across – Band Width 5mm – Gallery Width 12mm x Spread 62mm across
METAL: Silver/ 18ct Gold Gilt
STONES: Citrines (Largest approx. 9 x 12mm, 4ct – 20ct total)
AGE: Victorian. (Circa 1890 - 1900)
MARKS: No marks, typical for items made before hallmarking legislation was introduced.
CONDITION: Excellent, wear commensurate with age. Some indents to the back of the band.
ITEM NUMBER: 26-224
