Estate Edwardian c. 1905 J.F. Sturdy's Sons Natural Amethyst Gold-Filled Hinged Bangle

Description

Own a piece of wearable American jewelry history with this Estate Edwardian-era hinged bangle bracelet, dating to approximately 1905–1915. Crafted in gold-filled metal, the bracelet features a square-cut natural amethyst positioned diagonally within an ornate engraved center panel.

The decorative front combines floral engraving, geometric detailing, and openwork construction, while the reverse has a smooth polished finish. Period jewelry advertisements show that J.F. Sturdy’s Sons produced adjustable bracelets under the Carmen name during the early 20th century, though the exact model name has not been independently confirmed.

Key Details

• Maker: J.F. Sturdy’s Sons Co.
• Era: Circa 1905–1915
• Period: Edwardian / Early 20th Century
• Material: Gold Filled
• Metal Color: Yellow Gold
• Center Stone: Natural Amethyst
• Stone Shape: Square Cut
• Stone Orientation: Diagonally Set
• Stone Color: Purple
• Hallmark: “JFSS PAT”
• Design: Engraved Floral and Geometric Motifs
• Front Construction: Decorative Openwork
• Shape: Oval
• Construction: Hinged Bangle
• Closure: Insert-Style Fastener with Internal Bar
• Country of Origin: United States
• Maker Location: Attleboro Falls, Massachusetts
• Estate Jewelry Piece

Measurements

• Interior Width: Approximately 62 mm
• Interior Height: Approximately 53 mm
• Thickness: Approximately 3 mm

Condition

• Estate condition with age-appropriate surface wear
• Light scratches and finish wear visible
• Areas of discoloration present
• Engraved and openwork details remain well defined
• Natural amethyst remains securely mounted in its setting
• Hinge and fastening mechanism function as intended
• Please review all photographs carefully for complete condition details

Important Notes

• This bracelet is gold filled and is not solid gold
• The natural amethyst has been identified by our jewelry team
• The circa 1905–1915 date is an estimated era based on the JFSS PAT marking, construction, and design; an exact manufacturing year has not been documented
• Period advertising connects J.F. Sturdy’s Sons with the Carmen adjustable-bracelet line, but this exact model cannot be conclusively identified as a Carmen bracelet
• No documented WWI sweetheart provenance accompanies this piece
• Sold as-is with no box or papers