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Identifying the Value of a Crosse Germany Gold Bangle Bracelet


Question
I recently came into possession of a gold bangle bracelet.  It has a pressed design all through it.  I thought it was just costume jewelry until I cleaned it up and saw a small oval shaped plate on the inside that is marked Crosse Germany what looks like a C after Germany.   The C in Crosse is a very fancy script.  Over the word Crosse is a small crown.  Is this piece a valuable piece or something I can give to my daughter to wear like I was going to.  She is young and has a tendency to loose jewelry.

Answer
Hi Jean, Crosse was a revered maker of jewelry there, High quality. Without seeing the item I can not ascertain whether it is gold or not. Your best bet is to take it to a reputable jeweler and have it tested for it's precious metal content and intrinsic value and then of course decide to give it to your daughter. Good luck.

Steve Kretser