ALPHONSE FOUQUET NAPOLEON III BRACELET In smooth and pearled yellow gold, centred on a rosette of turquoise and diamonds set with a probably fine pearl. Circa 1870. Numbered. Master hallmark. A diamond, natural pearl (not tested), turquoise, enamel and 18k gold Napoleon III bracelet, by Alphonse Fouquet. Circa 1870. Note: Alphonse Fouquet (1828 - 1911), a fashionable Parisian jeweller, was particularly noted at the 1878 Universal Exhibition for his Renaissance-inspired jewellery, where he was awarded the Gold Medal. He stood out for his original creations, playing with shapes and volumes, mixing gems such as turquoise and topaz with diamonds and sapphire. He went into partnership with his son Georges in 1891. RC : Internal dimensions: 5 x 5.5 cm approx. Gross weight: 29.5 g (18k- 750).