circa 1900

Reverse intaglio jewelry was very popular during the Victorian era. A reverse crystal intaglio is an image which is carved into the flat back of a cabochon cut rock crystal (a classic intaglio would be cut on the front). Then the carving is painted with colorful oils so the image appears three-dimensional when viewed through the top.

This 14K gold link bracelet is set with thirteen crystal reverse intaglios that were carved with incredible intricacy. Painted on the stones are charming depictions of flowers, mushrooms, and berries. The cabochons are backed with mother of pearl round plaques.

Marked on clasp with 585 gold standard (14K).

Condition: some minor loss of paint.

Diameter of the cabochon links is 11 mm (7/16 in.)

Length of the bracelet is 18.8 cm (7 3/8 in.)