Description

This antique Marius Hammer silver bracelet dates to the late 19th or early 20th century, most likely circa 1900 to 1920. Crafted in Norwegian 930-grade silver, it features pale turquoise enamel panels with traditional filigree decoration. The bracelet carries the 930S silver mark together with Marius Hammer’s distinctive maker’s mark. Hammer established his Bergen workshop in 1871 and became particularly known for fine Norwegian enamel and filigree jewellery. His firm continued after his retirement in 1915 and remained active until 1930.

Design & Craftsmanship

The 1920s bracelet uses a series of articulated silver panels, each combining translucent pale blue enamel with intricate coiled filigree motifs. Fine radiating lines beneath the enamel create a softly textured effect, while the darker oxidised silver details give the design definition.  The articulated construction allows the bracelet to curve naturally around the wrist, while the concealed fastening and attached safety chain provide additional security.

Why We Love This Bracelet

Marius Hammer jewellery offers a particularly distinctive combination of Scandinavian design and traditional metalworking. This bracelet has strong visual character, yet the narrow proportions keep it very wearable. Meanwhile, the original enamel and detailed silverwork give it the individuality collectors look for in antique Norwegian jewellery. The 930S standard is also slightly higher in silver content than sterling silver, which is normally 925 parts per thousand. Hammer and other Norwegian makers used 930 silver for jewellery of this type.

How to Style

This antique Marius Hammer silver bracelet suits someone who appreciates antique Scandinavian jewellery, enamel work or more unusual alternatives to conventional bracelets. Its soft turquoise colour works particularly well with neutral clothing, linen, knitwear and simple evening pieces. However, the relatively slim profile also makes it practical for everyday wear. It can sit alone as a focal bracelet or alongside restrained silver bangles without losing the detail of its enamel panels.

Key Features

• MATERIALS: silver, enamel
• DIMENSIONS: Approx 7.5 inches long. 10mm wide links.
• ERA/HALLMARK: Circa 1920s. Marius Hammer hallmark 930s
• WEIGHT: 12.4g
• CONDITION: The bracelet remains in good antique condition with surface wear, light scratching and patination consistent with its age. The enamel appears well preserved overall from the photographs, although minor age-related marks may be present on close inspection. The articulated links move freely, while the fastening and safety chain remain in place. It is ready to wear and retains the character expected from an original antique piece.

SHIPPING – UK ORDERS: Orders received before 11am Monday-Friday UK time will be dispatched the same day. This is via Royal Mail Special Delivery which is a fully tracked and insured service and will require a signature on arrival.

INTERNATIONAL ORDERS:
Please allow 1-2 days processing time. For orders under £350 we use Royal Mail International Tracked and Traced, with delivery around 7-10 days. For orders above £350 we use a door to door courier service with delivery between 3-7 days depending on location.

You will receive a tracking number for accurate delivery information. We are not responsible for any import duty or VAT on delivery, this rate varies in different countries so please get in touch with your local customs office for more information.

Our jewellery comes packaged in a beautiful black faux leather box and black branded gift bag.

RETURNS:
We do accept returns provided they are returned within 14 days from receiving the item. We will issue a full refund minus the shipping cost.

We will provide a return address and this must be returned at the cost of the customer using a fully insured, tracked and signed for service.

The item must be returned exactly as it was sent, unaltered and undamaged and in the original packaging. This must be marked clearly as a return, otherwise we reserve the right to deduct any import charges made to us from the refund on all international orders.

We do not accept returns on sale items or alterations including ring sizings.