Chinese Deco silver and carved turquoise "Buddha" Bracelet

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A symbol of good luck, abundance and contentment the “laughing Buddha” medallions adorning the links of this Chinese silver bracelet are carved out of turquoise and have rich detail. Slightly graduated in size the are held against classic Deco tight mesh panels overlaid with filigree tendrils, tiny beading and delicate plants in full bloom. The stone’s blueish green hue soothes the eye and its natural matrix enhances the medallions’ sculpturality…

Size / Weight: 6 1/2” inner circumference (clasped); width between 1” at center front and 1/2” at its narrowest; 27.8 grams

Hallmarks / Date: not signed for maker nor hallmarked for metal quality yet tested and guaranteed to be solid silver of at least .800 purity, if not higher; 1920s-40s

Condition: very good vintage with gorgeous color in the stone, rich and delicate ornamentation, very good patina and no damage or repairs noted except for a very old, hardly noticeable, small and superficial chip off the shoulder of one of the smaller Buddha carvings

Inv# 15598

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