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Pair of White Metal Bracelets
Pair of White Metal Cannetille Bracelets
Pair of White Metal Bracelets
Pair of White Metal Bracelets

Pair of White Metal Cannetille Bracelets

Date1830s
Object NameBracelet
Mediumsilvered metal and brass
ClassificationsJewellery
Dimensions5.7cm diameter
CopyrightOut of copyright
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS093557
About MeCannetille is a close relative of filigree work. It typically features fine gold wires or thinly hammered sheets. Jewelry with cannetille was very popular in the 1820's and 1830's. Motifs included tendrils, scrolls, coils, beehives and spider-like rosette ornaments.
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Cannetille work, inspired by embroidery, typically featured fine wire or thinned hammered sheets. It was popular in the 1820s and 1830s