Old World craftsmanship at its finest, each unique bracelet features a single vintage French cut steel shoe buckle. Circa 1860-1890 with hand-faceted cut steel stones. This unusual piece has a beautiful four pointed design. It has an antiqued brass chain and closure.

Cut-steel jewelry was produced as far back as the Elizabethan period in England, but developed into a serious artistry in the 1700s as demand for the product grew. Not an easy product to manufacture, the studs had to be faceted, polished and riveted in place. Sumptuary laws in France and Switzerland regulated who could wear diamonds and precious metals. Cut-steel provided a stylish and popular new jewelry material that could be enjoyed by everyone at all levels of society.

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Handmade