Vintage 14K Gold Slide Bracelet – Pearl & Coral Flowers on Blue Enamel - 6.75 inches, 46gms
$3,770.00
Item Overview:
• Type: Vintage slide bracelet
• Metal: 14K yellow gold
• Stones: Seed pearls and red stone (possibly coral)
• Enamel: Deep blue guilloché-style enamel
• Length: 6.75 inches
• Width: 16.84 mm
• Thickness: 9 mm
• Weight: 46.28 grams
• Era: 1930s
• Clasp: Tongue-in-groove with safety chain
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with minor expected wear
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Detailed Description:
This exceptional vintage slide bracelet is a rare and substantial example of late Victorian or early Edwardian jewelry design. Crafted in 14 karat yellow gold, the bracelet features alternating links of finely detailed floral slides: one set adorned with natural seed pearls and red stones (likely coral), and the other showcasing hand-applied deep blue enamel.
The three-dimensional floral motif, with curved gold leaves and pearl “petals,” rests delicately on the enamel’s shimmering surface — a luminous cobalt backdrop that recalls the elegance of guilloché techniques. The ornate detailing and heft of the bracelet (over 46 grams) speak to its original craftsmanship and luxurious intent.
A little history on slide bracelets and how they came about. During Victorian era, women often wore watch chains around their neck on long chains with a decorative slide on it (used to adjust the length). Wristwatches eventually replaced such a necklace timepiece. Antique enthusiasts collected the slides from the watch chains (around 1930s). They would cut the slides off the watch chain and string it on a double strand gold chain bracelet. Eventually they would collect enough to complete a full bracelet. The Victorian style slide bracelet was born.
Whether worn as a statement or passed down as an heirloom, this bracelet is a striking piece of vintage jewelry — full of beauty, symbolism, and enduring charm.
The listing is for 1 bracelet.