{"product_id":"magnificent-victorian-europe-14k-gold-sterling-silver-chatelaine-perfume-scent-bottle-belt-clip-ricordo-cherub","title":"Magnificent Victorian Europe 14k Gold \u0026 Sterling Silver Chatelaine Perfume \/ Scent Bottle Belt Clip — \"Ricordo\" Cherub —","description":"\u003cp\u003eA breathtaking example of Circa 1860s Victorian Europe Goldsmithing at its finest, this extraordinary chatelaine perfume bottle Was So Grand And Exquisite it was set in a museum-worthy Case in 1902 through the legendary \u003cstrong\u003eS.J. Shrubsole Ltd. of London and New York\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the most respected names in antique silver and jewelry Industry And The Popular Go To For Museums Requiring Custom Cases —  this piece arrives in its fitted presentation box, a rare and significant detail that speaks to its exceptional preservation and provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Chatelaine Clip\u003c\/strong\u003e is a tour de force of repoussé and pierced metalwork, featuring a central cherub (putto) holding a cartouche inscribed \u003cstrong\u003e\"RICORDO\"\u003c\/strong\u003e — Italian for \u003cem\u003e\"remembrance\"\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem\u003e\"keepsake\"\u003c\/em\u003e — framed within an elaborate oval surround of star-pierced latticework, scrolling acanthus leaves, and a floral crown. The reverse reveals equally refined open-work construction, confirming the extraordinary skill of its maker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Scent Bottle\u003c\/strong\u003e suspends from a fine link chain and is no less spectacular — a bulbous, pear-shaped vessel adorned with chased scrollwork cartouches, applied rose gold foliate mounts, and a winged angel figure draped across its shoulder. The bottle neck is engraved with a diamond motif and terminates in a decorative stopper. Claw feet anchor the base with characteristic Victorian drama.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of \u003cstrong\u003esterling silver\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e14k gold\u003c\/strong\u003e in a two-tone palette — with warm rose gold accents playing against the cool silver ground — is quintessentially Victorian in its love of material contrast and romantic symbolism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Victorian, circa 1860–1880\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sterling silver, 14k gold, rose gold accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e S.J. Shrubsole Ltd., London \u0026amp; New York (original fitted box included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotifs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cherub\/putto, \"Ricordo\" (remembrance), winged angel, acanthus scrolls, star latticework\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consistent with age and use; original patina intact; original presentation box included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength box 9\" x 3.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eItem length 7\" x 2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTotal item weight without box 85 grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA singular piece for the serious Victorian jewelry or silver collector.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Royal Regency Antique Jewelry","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":71163610693885,"sku":null,"price":3995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0835\/5820\/3645\/files\/victorian-chatelaine-cartier-style-v2.png?v=1788829067","url":"https:\/\/royalregencyjewelry.com\/products\/magnificent-victorian-europe-14k-gold-sterling-silver-chatelaine-perfume-scent-bottle-belt-clip-ricordo-cherub","provider":"Royal Regency Antique Jewelry","version":"1.0","type":"link"}