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Find Out MoreA rare pair of pinchbeckAn early 18th century alloy of copper and zinc (9 parts zinc and 48 parts copper) invented by Christopher Pinchbeck. Another formula consisted of 83 parts copper and 17 parts zinc. It looks like gold, wears well and maintains its colour. bracelets. Pinchbeck is an alloyA mixture of two or more metals. of zinc, copper and tin and was used extensively in the 18th and nineteenth centuries. Each bracelet is set with an oval china plaque that has been hand painted with a giraffe and foliage. The bracelets are composed of intricately woven hair. There is some debate as to whether the hair is the giraffe’s hair or human hair! They were made circa 1800-1820.
Such a rare pair of bracelets and in amazing condition!
Buying antique jewellery is both ethical and eco-friendly as harmful and destructive mining processes are not needed to make an item yours. So give yourself a pat on the back!
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