Antique Garnet Bracelet

The Story & History

This charming VictorianVictorian jewellery refers to jewellery made during the reign of Queen Victoria, from 1837 to 1901. It is one of the most varied periods in jewellery history, encompassing romantic, sentimental,... More gold bracelet, dating to circa 1870, is a beautifully romantic example of 19th-century jewellery. Its focal point is a distinctive heart-shaped drop, set with a rich garnet that adds a vivid touch of colour to the warm tone of the gold.

Heart motifs were particularly appealing in Victorian jewellery, often lending a jewel a personal and sentimentalSentimental Jewellery refers to jewellery designed to express personal feelings, relationships, memories or emotional attachment. It was particularly popular during the Georgian and Victorian periods, when jewellery could carry meanings... More character. The combination of the heart-shaped drop and garnet gives this bracelet an especially evocative quality.

Design & Details

Crafted in 9 karat gold, the bracelet features a graceful central drop in the form of a heart, set with a garnet. The warm gold provides an attractive contrast to the deep red tone of the gemstone, creating a jewel that is both decorative and wonderfully wearable.

At 10.5 grams gross weight, the bracelet has a pleasing substance while retaining the delicate character associated with Victorian jewellery.

Styling & Wearability

The sentimental heart motif makes this a particularly appealing bracelet to wear on its own, where the central garnet-set drop can remain the focus, or alongside other antique gold jewellery for a more layered Victorian-inspired look.

Its warm gold colour and deep garnet provide a classic combination that remains timeless more than 150 years after it was made.