{"product_id":"antique-sterling-silver-chased-floral-bangle-wide-silver-cuff-victorian-1883-cn1413","title":"Antique Sterling Silver Chased Floral Bangle | Wide Silver Cuff | Victorian 1883","description":"\u003cp\u003eAn exceptional example of Victorian silverwork, this antique sterling silver bangle dates to 1883 and is entirely covered in finely chased floral decoration. The broad, gently curved form provides the engraver with a generous canvas, resulting in a richly textured surface that catches the light from every angle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe front of the bangle is decorated with a dense field of individually hand-chased flowers, each petal carefully engraved to create remarkable depth and definition. Rather than relying on repetition, the design has been executed with subtle variation throughout, demonstrating the level of craftsmanship expected from quality Victorian jewellery. The wide profile gives the piece an impressive presence on the wrist while retaining an elegant silhouette.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDuring the Victorian period, floral motifs carried deep symbolic meaning, representing love, remembrance and the beauty of the natural world. Chased silver bangles such as this became highly fashionable, combining practical wearability with the artistry of hand engraving. Surviving examples displaying such crisp detail are increasingly sought after by collectors of antique silver jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe bangle remains in excellent antique condition with light age-related wear consistent with careful preservation. The chased decoration remains exceptionally crisp, the hinge and clasp operate securely, and the silver is free from any dents or repairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Victorian, c.1883\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHallmarks: Birmingham assay office, lion passant for sterling silver with date letter 'i' for the year 1883. Makers mark 'J.Bs'\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: \u003cbr\u003e\nInner circumference 7\" (18cm)\u003cbr\u003e\nWidth 22mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWeight: 27.8 grams\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"thenorthc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57223205060988,"sku":"CN1413","price":495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0267\/3423\/1615\/files\/il_fullxfull.8346975103_kqa5.jpg?v=1785256943","url":"https:\/\/thenorthc.co.uk\/products\/antique-sterling-silver-chased-floral-bangle-wide-silver-cuff-victorian-1883-cn1413","provider":"TheNorthC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}