Marcus & Co. 1910 Edwardian Bangle Bracelet In Platinum With 3.16 Ctw In Diamond
About the Item
- Creator:
- Metal:
- Stone:
- Stone Cut:
- Weight:13.25 g
- Dimensions:Width: 0.32 in (8.13 mm)Length: 7 in (177.8 mm)
- Style:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1910
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. The overall condition of this bracelet is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the platinum. The 32 diamonds are secured in the settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition & the authenticity.
- Seller Location:Miami, FL
- Reference Number:
Marcus & Co.
Throughout the early 20th century, Marcus & Co. established a reputation as one of the finest American producers of Art Nouveau jewelry. The firm’s innovative techniques included the use of plique-à-jour enameling. During the 1900s, this rare method was used by only three other jewelry companies in the United States — Tiffany & Co., Riker Bros. and Whiteside and Blank.
Marcus & Co. was founded in 1892, in New York City, by Herman Marcus and his son William. Herman was born and raised in Germany, where he worked as a jeweler for Ellemeyer, the court jewelers of Dresden, before moving to the United States in 1850.
After arriving in New York City, Herman worked as a designer at several prestigious luxury firms, including Ball, Black & Co., Tiffany & Co. and was a partner at Starr and Marcus before he went into business with William. Later, they were joined by Herman’s other son, George.
Herman worked with his sons until his death in 1899, when William and George expanded the firm to include a silversmithing department to make serveware. However, Marcus & Co. focused mainly on jewelry design and manufacturing, offering Revival-style pieces.
In 1900, the company exhibited a series of striking orchid motif brooches at the Exposition Universelle in Paris. The brooches attracted critical acclaim for their plique-à-jour enameling and intricate detail — characteristics that would become Marcus & Co.’s signature.
The company’s Art Nouveau jewelry took shape during the 1920s and 1930s. Cocktail rings, engagement rings, necklaces and cufflinks featured fine diamonds, natural pearls and gems rarely seen during that period, such as peridots, zircons, spinels and chrysoberyls. Marcus & Co.’s designs were comparable by critics to fine art jewelry made by René Lalique and attracted high-profile clientele like business tycoon John D. Rockefeller.
Despite Marcus & Co.’s success, the firm closed briefly during World War II. In 1962, they merged with the company Black, Starr & Frost.
Marcus & Co. pieces are still highly coveted among jewelry collectors. The firm’s Art Nouveau plique-à-jour accessories, a technique that sees enamel powder applied to cells on a thin sheet of copper foil or mica and then etched away — instead applying the enamel directly to metal — are particularly collectible. In 2011, a Morning Glory plique-à-jour pendant brooch and chain made in 1900 sold at a Sotheby’s auction for $302,500.
On 1stDibs, discover antique Marcus & Co. brooches, rings and decorative objects.
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Ships From: Miami, FL
- Return PolicyA return for this item may be initiated within 1 day of delivery.
- Tiffany & Co. 1910 Edwardian Ring In Platinum With 1.10 Ctw In Diamonds & PearlsBy Tiffany & Co.Located in Miami, FLAn Edwardian ring designed by Tiffany & Co. Beautiful and rare ring created during the Edwardian period in New York city, by the jewelry makers of Tiffany & Co., back in the 1910. T...Category
Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Cluster Rings
MaterialsDiamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Natural Pearl, Platinum
- Tiffany & Co. 1910 Edwardian Guilloche Pendant Watch In Platinum With DiamondsLocated in Miami, FLEdwardian Enamel Pendant Watch By Verger Freres For Tiffany & Co. Very fine and rare pendant watch, created during the Edwardian period in Paris France by Verger Freres for Tiffany ...Category
Vintage 1910s French Edwardian Pendant Necklaces
MaterialsWhite Diamond, Diamond, Steel, Enamel, Platinum, Yellow Gold, 18k Gold, ...
- Hemmerle Bangle Bracelet In 18Kt Gold And Platinum With 22.65 Ctw Red RubiesBy HemmerleLocated in Miami, FLA bracelet with rubies designed by Hemmerle. An outstanding bracelet, created in Munich by the German jewelry house of Hemmerle. This beautiful and very chic piece of jewelry has be...Category
Late 20th Century German Modernist Bangles
MaterialsRuby, Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Platinum
- Henrich & Denzel Bauhaus Bracelet in Platinum with 1.20 Ctw of VVS DiamondsLocated in Miami, FLBauhaus platinum bangle designed by Henrich & Denzel. Very modern, sleek and contemporary bracelet, created by the German-Swiss jewelry designers of Henrich & Denzel. This gorgeous ...Category
Late 20th Century German Modernist Bangles
MaterialsDiamond, White Diamond, Platinum
- Edwardian 1910 Pendant Brooch in Platinum with 2.35 Ctw in Diamonds and SapphireLocated in Miami, FLEdwardian belle epoque pendant brooch with diamonds. Beautiful piece from the late Edwardian period, created back in the 1910. This convertible pendant-brooch was carefully crafted ...Category
Vintage 1910s American Belle Époque Pendant Necklaces
MaterialsDiamond, White Diamond, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum
- Petochi Bangle Bracelet In 18Kt White Gold With 27.56 Ctw In Diamonds & JadeiteLocated in Miami, FLBangle bracelet designed by G. Petochi. Magnificent, elegant and sleek contemporary bracelet, created in Roma Italy at the atelier of G. Petochi. This unusual geometric bangle was c...Category
Late 20th Century Italian Modern Bangles
MaterialsDiamond, White Diamond, Jade, Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold
- Edwardian Diamond Cluster Bangle Bracelet In 14K Yellow Gold & PlatinumLocated in Philadelphia, PAAn astounding Edwardian era diamond cluster hinge bangle bracelet in 14k yellow gold and platinum. Features an ornate diamond-encrusted platinum navette setting mounted on a tapered gold band...Category
Early 20th Century Edwardian Bangles
MaterialsDiamond, 14k Gold, Platinum
- Edwardian diamond hinge bangle, circa 1910.Located in London, GBEdwardian diamond hinge bangle. Set with fifteen round old cut diamonds in open back claw and grain settings with a combined approximate weight of 2.60 carats, to an open elegant gra...Category
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Bangles
MaterialsDiamond, Yellow Gold, Platinum
- Edwardian Sapphire & Diamond Bangle Circa 1910Located in ADELAIDE, SAAn Edwardian sapphire and diamond bangle featuring a beautiful hand engraved gallery and gemstones set in in individual settings. secured with a box clasp and a safety chain. Gemsto...Category
Vintage 1910s Edwardian Bangles
MaterialsDiamond, Sapphire, 9k Gold
- Edwardian Sapphire & Diamond Bangle Circa 1910Located in ADELAIDE, SAEdwardian sapphire and diamond-hinged bangle featuring beautiful gallery work and a safety chain. Gemstone: Nine Oval-cut sapphires, grading from (4.85 x 3.9mm to 7.3 x 5.7mm), fine...Category
Antique Early 1900s Edwardian Bangles
MaterialsDiamond, Sapphire, 15k Gold
- Edwardian Diamond & Sapphire Bangle BraceletLocated in Litchfield, CTCirca 1905, 14k, American. This beautiful Renaissance Revival bangle features a reticulated foliate motif with hidden fleurs-de-lis. Reminiscent of Roman designs, it is delightfully...Category
Antique Early 1900s American Edwardian Bangles
MaterialsDiamond, Sapphire, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold
- Platinum Swirl Bangle Bracelet with .27ct DiamondLocated in Boston, MAPlatinum Swirl Bangle Bracelet with .27ct Diamond - The diamond is H color and VS2 clarity. The clasp is a hook on the bottom and the bangle is stamped PT 950. The inside diameter is...Category
2010s Unknown Contemporary Bangles
MaterialsDiamond, Platinum
Recently Viewed
View AllRead More
This Richly Textured Jean Mahie Cuff Was Designed in 1978 But Still Feels On Trend
Imbued with a subtle eroticism, this piece inspired by the aesthetics of ancient civilizations is 22-karat gold at its absolute sexiest.
Hunt for Thrilling Artist-Signed Pieces and Estate Gems at Treasure Fine Jewelry
A former architect, owner Edoardo Grande seeks out pieces with unparalleled workmanship and sculptural appeal.