Leather cuff bracelet, gorgeous vintage Florenza Jewelry gold tone centerpiece, stunning!

I have always loved vintage jewelry, but these days people aren’t wearing pins and brooches like they used to. When my mother died at 89, I found myself with a whole box full of brooches, pins and earrings that I just didn’t know what to do with. So, I decided to start repurposing them by making leather cuff bracelets. I also find a lot of items at estate sales, thrift shops etc. It excites me to breathe new life into these old classics by adding a modern flair. Plus, they are FUN!

I carefully choose every material used on my cuffs to compliment the centerpiece. Here we have a lovely 1-inch-wide genuine leather cuff bracelet in black. It is great quality leather that isn't too bulky and is quite pliable upon purchase. It will soften further the more you wear it. It is lightweight and unique! The leather strap is new and not repurposed. The cuff closes with three snaps and is adjustable and will fit wrists 6.5-8.5 inches.

Attached as the centerpiece is a beautiful vintage stamped Florenza ornate cut-out gold tone oval brooch with black enamel and small round faceted, black stones. There is a design featuring little flowers with oxidized gold-tone beading.

This stunning handmade cuff bracelet makes a delightful gift! The centerpiece is surrounded with a filigree metal base, with rivets and snaps in gold tone.

The measurements listed here are the dimensions of the actual cuff. To make sure it fits you, I suggest that measure your wrist with a soft measuring tape. You can also use a string and wrap it around your wrist, then lay it down on a regular ruler to see the actual measurement. After measuring yourself, make sure the size of your wrist fits within these dimensions comfortably.

This cuff is stamped with a flying peach above the middle snap [see photo example]. That's how you know I made it! These cuffs are not waterproof. Please do not wear them swimming, in the shower or doing sports. You will ruin the bracelet if this happens. I also highly recommend that you don’t wear the bracelet while sleeping. You will need to take care while wearing this, but it is sturdy and will soften with wear.

Your cuff will come to you in a pretty gift box…ready for gift giving or to pamper yourself! Makes a great gift! This unique bracelet is one of a kind and will never be duplicated. If only the brooch could talk!

Florenza Jewelry History — Daniel Kosoff launched his New York business in the late 1930s. The Florenza name was first used to mark jewelry in 1949 or 1950. The Florenza hallmark was a sobriquet for Kasoff’s wife Florence. This trademark was used by Dan Kasoff Inc. Along with the production of their own line they also designed and produced jewelry, frames, ring boxes, pin cushions and lipstick holders, which were then sold to jobbers and wholesalers. The distinctive style of Florenza is easily spotted by many of their unique designs. The pieces you will find under the Florenza name have a Renaissance and Victorian feel with gold-tone metal, cameos, faux opals, art glass and many variations of rhinestones. Their use of quality materials, workmanship and unique designs make their individualized pieces very collectible. The company ceased operations in 1981.

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