Silver & Gold Niello Bracelet

A well designed nielloA black alloy of copper, silver and lead sulphides, used as a decorative inlay. bracelet which can be worn on both sides. One side has gold on the top of the links, the other is niello only. Niello is a black mixture of copper, silverA metallic element which is malleable and ductile, and white in colour, making it ideal for use in jewellery. It is usually mixed with copper to improve its hardness.
, and lead sulphides, used as an inlay on engraved or etched metal. It is a complex and ancient method and very striking as a result. This bracelet was made circa 1930.