Sapphire and Diamond 'Hugs and Kisses' (XO) Link Bracelet

This is a classic 'Hugs and Kisses' (XO) style link tennis bracelet crafted from a silver-toned metal, likely 10k or 14k white gold or sterling silver. The design features a repetitive alternating pattern of 'X' shaped links and 'O' shaped gemstone settings. Each 'O' setting houses an oval-cut, dark blue gemstone, typically identifying as natural or lab-created sapphires. The sapphires exhibit a very deep, almost opaque navy blue hue. Each 'X' link appears to be pav-set with small, round-cut accent stones, likely diamonds or cubic zirconia, which provide a sparkling contrast to the dark gemstones. The bracelet measures approximately 7 inches in length and features a box clasp with at least one side safety latch for secure wear. Visible condition indicates moderate wear, with some surface scratches on the metal and a slight yellowing of the metal at the clasp, which suggests the base metal might be yellow gold under rhodium plating or simply accumulated grime that needs professional cleaning. The craftsmanship is symptomatic of late 20th-century mass-market fine jewelry, popular from the 1980s through the early 2000s.