DATE: Vintage, c.1950

Vintage panel bracelet featuring six white panels with gold and white enamel features. It dates from the 1950s, most likely Dutch due to it's two principal design motifs: windmills and ships. The hook and eye clasp connects with a small pendant with ornate floral design. 

Dating back to the 11th century, Dutch windmills were used to pump water out from the flat areas below sea level - drastically increasing the available farming. Many historic windmills still remain in various locations in the Netherlands, however only a few remain in good form. The boats are most likely 'Platbodem', flat bottomed sailboats used to transport goods along relatively shallow canals and waterways. 

MEASUREMENTS 

Wearable length: 8.8 inches 

Individual panel: 3.1 x 2.3cm

Pendant: 2.8 x 1.9cm

WEIGHT 

32.6g

MARKS 

No marks present, tests as base metal

CONDITION 

Very good, light wear consistent with age