Antique Sterling Silver Buckle Bracelet

Incredible heavy grosgrain ribbon bracelet created from antique sterling silver buckles and with a t bar closure. The buckles are all in excellent antique condition with beautiful detailing and engraving. They are all hallmarked as follows

Plain oval shaped buckle hallmarked Birmingham 1909 and with makers mark A & J Zimmerman for Arthur & John Zimmerman of Regent Place, Birmingham.

Four fancy engraved buckles with clear makers mark A&LLD for Adie & Lovekin of Frederick St, Birmingham. Two are hallmarked 1904 and the other 2 are hallmarked 1910.

Plain buckles with clear hallmarks for London 1892 and makers mark JH possibly for Joseph Homewood or Clerkenwell, London.

Shoe buckles were worn from the 17th century right through to the late 19th century. Although at first just a practical fastener these buckles soon developed into a sign of wealth and prosperity. They became a symbol of status, especially in France where they were targeted during the French revolution. The revolutionaries were said to chant "Down with the aristocrat shoe buckles!"

This is a totally unique and special bracelet.

The bracelet measures 19cm.

This unique piece of jewellery may have signs of wear due to its history. It is beautifully imperfect and should be treated with love and care. All of these buckles are in excellent antique condition.

All Vonk Jewellery is presented in a gift box and pouch with luxe ribbon. If you would like a gift message included please message me at checkout.