1960's Victorian Revival buying Gold Tone Slide Bracelet-, 7.5" (Goldette Style)

This is a Victorian Revival slide bracelet made sometime in the 1960's. It is a stunning reproduction, the slides contain some of the most sought after Victorian jewelry symbolism. The Dragon being the most popular, followed by the Snake and the Crescent Moon. There is also the starburst which to the Victorians symbolized explosive love. So interesting…

Victorian jewelry was created to send a message or celebrate a milestone, each slide in this bracelet carries a meaning. During the Victorian era, slide bracelets were exceptionally popular. Women would be gifted the double chain bracelet base and one charm to start, at every milestone ...birth of a baby, religious holiday, death of a beloved pet or spouse...they would receive another slide.
These slides were made of precious metals, often gold, rarely silver. They were imbedded with gemstones, amethyst, turquoise, sapphires, pearls, etc. They were also individually crafted by family jewelers to reflect the sentiment of the gift giver. The slide bracelet soon became a mark of one's wealth and status. It was a must have for every wealthy socialite.

The Specifics:
Measurement: 7.50”
Condition: Excellent Vintage-no missing stones and no wear on the gold tone. Clasp in perfect working order.
Construction: The bracelet still retains it's original safety chain. It was crafted to last a lifetime exhibiting solid sturdy construction. (please expand photos)
Hallmarks: There are no hallmarks but the bracelet has been crafted in a Victorian revival style popularized by Goldette and is frequently attributed to this jewelry design house.

About Goldette Jewelry:
The history of Goldette began in 1955, thanks to its founder Ben Gartner. The owner of the trading company “Circle Jewelry Products Company”, he launched a line of exquisite jewelry under the brand name “Goldette N.Y.”. Noteworthy, the production buying of Goldette jewelry took place in Rhode Island, but the jewelry design was developed in New York.
Traditionally, Goldette jewelers used silver and gold tone alloys and beautiful antique color, known as Russian gold, metal. In addition, they complemented design with handmade cameos made from natural shells, intaglio with genre scenes, legionnaires' profiles and neat female heads. Also, Austrian crystals of high quality, art glass, rhinestones and cabochons.
To develop a unique style, Goldette N.Y. jewelers used the best traditions of Art Deco, Art Nouveau and the Victorian era jewelry.
Unfortunately, in 1977, the company “Goldette N.Y.” ceased to exist, but the love of women for this brand still lives.
(From “The Kaleidoscope Effect”- Please visit this website, it is an excellent source of information about a variety of vintage jewelry brands, styles, jewelry history.)

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