{"product_id":"antique-austro-hungarian-gem-set-gold-bangle-c-1895","title":"Austro-Hungarian Gold Bangle","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eAn unusual and striking antique bangle, crafted in solid 14K gold in the Austro-Hungarian Empire around 1895. Weighing a substantial 16.86 grams, this piece features a bold and evocative design that appears to take inspiration from the form of a buckle - or possibly even the bifurcated Zulfikar sword, a powerful symbol of strength and resilience, particularly in Shia and Alawite iconography.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe central section is adorned with five gemstones in a linear arrangement: a ruby, emerald, two sapphires, and a white paste stone (which is likely a later replacement). The ‘buckle’ clasp is further decorated with seed pearls, highlighting the delicate craftsmanship typical of late 19th-century Austro-Hungarian jewellery.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe bangle is fully stamped with both a '14K' fineness mark and an Austro-Hungarian hallmark on the clasp tongue. It measures 53mm x 58mm internally and fits nicely on a small to medium wrist.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCondition: Good antique condition. The clasp closes securely and the gold surface shows only minor wear commensurate with age.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48600338497844,"sku":"1017810067","price":2359.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A4645_1963051.jpg?v=1748379294","url":"https:\/\/ravensburyantiques.com\/de-ch\/products\/antique-austro-hungarian-gem-set-gold-bangle-c-1895","provider":"Ravensbury Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}