{"product_id":"france-800-rope-knot-bracelet","title":"France 800 rope knot bracelet","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAn old French silver bracelet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA design that is, if not exactly reminiscent of, then uncannily similar to a certain Hermès model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIt features a design of round links and knotted rope, with the clasp integrated into one of the links (again, just like the original).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne look at this fine, detailed ropework is enough to know it is the handiwork of a French silversmith.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rope, which achieves a realistic texture, and the dynamism of the knots are always magnificent to behold;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eit is a piece that brings together\u003c\/span\u003e meticulous engraving techniques and a keen sense for three-dimensional form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe balance when worn is also wonderful. Neither too large nor too delicate—what an elegant bracelet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the time, creations by famous high-end jewelry houses like Hermès, Gucci, and Tiffany were being imitated everywhere from France to Mexico and Africa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmong them, France is notable for having had workshops that crafted silver for Hermès since early on,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eand occasionally, items are found that are nearly identical to Hermès in both design and quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile it would be illegal to add a brand name without authorization, this piece is unstamped, and because its quality is so exceptional, I value it highly as a standalone work of jewelry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOf course, the authentic version would cost dozens of times more; it's difficult to put into words, but... it was made during the same era by a French silversmith with equivalent high-level skills, just without the name attached—so that is what this is.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring this recent trip to Paris, I met with my usual jeweler, and while I get all my silver from him,\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eand have requested pieces with this type of design, they are difficult to collect...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy the way, the texture of the rope is subtly different from the original piece; this one has an even more realistic design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI've rambled on, but as you can see, this is undoubtedly a fine piece of silver jewelry. I highly recommend it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt bears an 800 silver stamp and the profile hallmark used for much older silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eUsually, a lozenge shape denotes the workshop, but this piece features an oval mark I have rarely seen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAlthough it is French, it is a rare item that is difficult to date even approximately. I believe it is no newer than the 1970s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e送料・税込みの料金です \/ World Shipping And Tax Including Price\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ematerial - Material: silver 800\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003esize - Size: 18.7cm\u003cbr\u003emodel wrist - Model's wrist: 14cm \/ 16cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eweight - Weight: 31.8g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003econdition - \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCondition: No issues\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TOTO.CZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48916994064727,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0513\/3097\/3881\/files\/IMG_2820_c61653e7-c19b-427e-bb94-e5b271d9c465.jpg?v=1723127034","url":"https:\/\/totocz.com\/en\/products\/france-800-rope-knot-bracelet","provider":"TOTO","version":"1.0","type":"link"}