I came across this very interesting, stunning bracelet in my local antique shop. Collection of old european, rose, single and carre (?) cut diamonds. It appears barely ever worn, it's heavy at 55g, the center stone measures 6.5mm.
The problem I have with this is that it's not hallmarked and the seller is not an expert with antique jewellery / jewellery in general (sells more antique furniture) but happened to acquire this from an elderly client together with furniture. This client said the bracelet is from South Africa. The shop owner is saying it's most likely 14k white gold but typically this era didn't use white gold did it? It looks beautifully finished, I love the milgrain but the back looks a bit more simple. It doesn't look silver to me but could it be or is it most likely platinum?
I put it on hold now till the end of the week.
Any thoughts / ideas / concerns?
The problem I have with this is that it's not hallmarked and the seller is not an expert with antique jewellery / jewellery in general (sells more antique furniture) but happened to acquire this from an elderly client together with furniture. This client said the bracelet is from South Africa. The shop owner is saying it's most likely 14k white gold but typically this era didn't use white gold did it? It looks beautifully finished, I love the milgrain but the back looks a bit more simple. It doesn't look silver to me but could it be or is it most likely platinum?
I put it on hold now till the end of the week.
Any thoughts / ideas / concerns?