Victorian 15k Gold Curb-Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock rivière necklace and stones resting in cut-down

and stones resting in cut-down settings

and features a finely hand-painted portrait of Charles - it dates from c

Complete with its original bail

The individually hinged top gives us a clue to its age - the newer pieces have a solid cage top instead of hinged arms

The twist motif is continued throughout the chain

Victorian 15k Gold Curb-Link Bracelet with Heart Padlock rivière necklace and stones resting in cut-downDATE: Victorian, c. 1890 A gorgeous, and particularly well made, Victorian curb link bracelet it 15k gold complete with heart padlock clasp. Rather wonderfully, the clasp features a working lock mechanism inside, and can only be opened with the key. It dates from the late 19th Century, circa 1890, and includes a bolt ring fastener too for use as a safety clasp (or use it to add a couple of charms to the bracelet). MEASUREMENTS Wearable Length: 8