Victorian "Language Of Flowers" Silver Bangle demantoid garnet with a central locket compartment

with a central locket compartment and studded with pearls and French jet

we've mounted it on a heavy 9k gold Victorian chain with tag fastener

It features an inscription to the reverse: "GC 1834"

with exceptional textured detailing and English hallmarks from the year 1824

mounted in beautifully worked platinum settings with fine millegrain detailing to the edges

Victorian "Language Of Flowers" Silver Bangle demantoid garnet with a central locket compartmentDATE: Victorian, c. 1870 A gorgeous Victorian cuff bangle featuring twelve square panels, each one adorned with a high relief depiction of a flower or plant. The Victorians created a secret "language of flowers" whereby different flowers and plants were infused with meaning. In this case we have: a Grape vine for charity, mirth, and intoxication; Rose and wheat for love and prosperity; Ivy for fidelity, dependence, and affection; corn for wealth; and