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Nautical Flag Motif Bracelet

Offered by: Bizarre Bazaar

Description
Colorful and visually appealing , this is a Nautical Flag also known as International Maritime Flags Link Bracelet that depicts the entire alphabet from A to Z and numbers 0 to 9. Made by Benzie of Cowes, Jewelers to the Royal Family, it is signed with hallmarks , marked England .375 indicating 9 ct. gold. Often used for enamel work , 9 carat gold was considered harder and more durable than higher carat gold which is more malleable. The symbols of the nautical flags were used by those at sea to signal a message from one vessel to another...S.O.S. or Man Overboard! Each flag denoting a letter of the alphabet also signified individual messages . Just for fun, check out www.anbg.gov.au for some of the meanings...Fun and intriguing! Measuring 7.5 inches long by 1/2 inches wide, it is extremely comfortable to wear. Weight is 11.8 dwt

More Information

Origin:	England
Period:	1900-1949
Materials:	Gold and Enamel
Condition:	Excellent.
Creation Date:	1930
Metals:	Enamel, Gold
Gender:	Ladies'
Styles / Movements:	Art Deco, Fine Jewelry, Signed Pieces
Incollect Reference #:	193128

Dimensions

W.	0.5 in;	H.	7.5 in;
W.	1.27 cm;	H.	19.05 cm;

Message from Seller:

Bizarre Bazaar opened its first retail location in NYC back in 1985, specializing in Antique Toys, Vintage Transportation & Industrial Models, Perfume Bottles and Art Deco

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