Antique Late Edwardian 14K Yellow Gold Black Enamel Tassel Wristwatch/Bracelet by Perle

This striking antique wristwatch is crafted in 14K yellow gold and showcases exquisite period detailing, including black enamel geometric motifs, a wide woven gold bracelet, and elegant chain tassel fringe accents. The rectangular watch case is concealed beneath a hinged gold cover, opening to reveal a delicate Perle watch dial with applied gold markers—an enchanting fusion of jewelry and timepiece.

The substantial woven bracelet gives this piece the presence of a bracelet rather than a traditional watch, a hallmark of early 20th-century luxury wristwear. The dangling tassels add graceful movement and visual drama, reflecting the era’s fascination with ornament, texture, and craftsmanship.

Era & Style Notes

While visually reminiscent of Victorian jewelry, this piece is not Victorian. Its construction, integrated wristwatch format, geometric black enamel decoration, and bold proportions place it more accurately in the late Edwardian to early Art Deco period (circa 1915–1925). During this transitional era, ornate Victorian influences merged with emerging geometric design—exactly as seen here.

Jewelry watches like this were especially popular among fashionable women of the time, designed to be worn as statement bracelets rather than purely functional timepieces.