Victorian Acrostic 'DEAREST' Bracelet Butterfly Wing set in gold and silver

set in gold and silver circa 1800-20

Penelope Carwardine was an English miniature painter

set in 18ct gold designed and signed by Judith Ripka

each one with a heart shaped design

complemented by a matching cluster that cleverly conceals the clasp

Victorian Acrostic 'DEAREST' Bracelet Butterfly Wing set in gold and silverA Victorian acrostic bracelet, composed of a belcher link chain suspending seven heart shaped charm pendants pav set with rose cut diamonds and respectively centred with a diamond, emerald, amethyst, ruby, emerald, sapphire and turquoise, the initials of the gems spelling out the word 'DEAREST', a coded declaration of affection that was especially beloved in the 19th century. Measurements: Each heart is 1. 5cm long and the bracelet 18. 5cm long.