WW1 Era Antique D.F.Briggs Co. Carmen Sweetheart Expansion Bracelet Gold Filled Double Heart Circa 1903-1922

• Brand: The D.F.B. Co. (D.F. Briggs Jewelry Co.)
• Model: Carmen
• Era: Antique / Edwardian / WW1 Era (circa 1903-1922)
• Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
• Style: Expandable / Stretch / Sweetheart
• Material: Gold Filled over Base Metal
• Theme: Love & Romance, Flowers & Plants, Double Heart
• No Stones (Etched/Engraved Metal)

Item Description

Up for sale is an authentic, highly collectible antique "Carmen" sweetheart expansion bracelet, manufactured by the renowned D.F. Briggs Jewelry Company. Because of the distinct "The D.F.B. Co." maker's mark used on this piece, it can be reliably dated between 1903 and 1922, making it a true century-old antique from the Edwardian and World War I eras.

Design & Details:

This beautiful piece features a central heart-shaped focal point heavily adorned with a chased floral, leaf, and scrollwork border. At the center sits a classic, romantic double-heart motif. The inner hearts are completely blank, never monogrammed, and ready for your own custom engraving if desired. The expandable band consists of the iconic alternating smooth and textured "S" mechanical links that comfortably adjust to the wrist.

Condition Report (Seller/Buyer Note):

• Overall excellent antique condition with only 2 light surface scratches on front hearts. May be able to be buffed out by a jeweler.
• Mechanism: The expansion spring mechanism remains incredibly tight and fully functional, snapping back instantly into place.

  • Condition: Excellent antique condition. The gold finish is beautifully bright and shiny.

  The center hearts are completely blank (no monogram), featuring only two very faint, minor surface scratches consistent with age, visible only upon close inspection.