Antique Victorian old cut diamond bangle continental gold

Era: Victorian 1837-1901
Metal: 8 carat gold metal xrf tested, antique continental grade
Gemstones: Old cut diamonds x seventeen graduated 1-3.2mm
Total carat weight 0.70ct approximate measured in setting.
Weight: 10.9grams
Circumference: 17.5cm
Width: 8mm
 
A stunning bangle set with seventeen sparkly graduated old cut diamonds in a grain set split design. The diamonds have a great deal of character, with each one being hand cut and slightly different.
 
The bangle is antique and continental, although unmarked it tests as roughly 8 carat gold by xrf testing. 8 carat Gold was commonly used in europe in the 19th century. As it has a lower gold content, the metal alloy is very hardwearing and shows very few signs of its age.
 
In very good condition with a hinge and safety chain. There is just a few little patches of discolouration to the metal, shown in the photos, but it is a very wearable design today.