Outstanding Malachite Padlock Bracelet C. 1860 diamond I love the idea of

I love the idea of toi-et-moi rings that utilize the same type of stone

I adore the mystery of a piece like this

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Outstanding Malachite Padlock Bracelet C. 1860 diamond I love the idea ofAn exceptional mid 19th century solid 9ct malachite padlock bracelet. I've had the pleasure of handling many rare 19th century jewels, but a padlock bracelet of carved and faceted malachite would be a first! I've never before seen malachite used in this manner, it is far more common to find it in cameos or even intaglios, as malachite was a truly rare stone of the semi precious variety (today, there is so little of it left un mined in the earth, it is