7.25" English Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Gate Bracelet With Heart Padlock

7.25" English Victorian 14k Yellow Gold Gate Bracelet With Heart Padlock Traditional solid 14k yellow gold (585) articulated gate link panel bracelet. Birmingham anchor and assay control stamps along with a 95 stamp indicating this bracelet was created in 1895. A truly beautiful piece of history. The lock opens and holds both sides together and is connected to the safety chain Measurements: Length: 7.25" Width: 9mm Safety Chain: 2.5" Total Weight: 12.2g Gate bracelets These bracelets were worn by women as a sign of fidelity and faithfulness to a husband or lover. When a man left for an extended period, such as for the army, he would lock the heart-shaped padlock and take the key with him. His wife or lover would then wear it until he unlocked it upon his return. Keywords: Birthday, Anniversary, Formal, Wedding, Gift, Prom, Business, Casual, Rare, Dance, Natural, Estate, Vintage, Antique