Step into the vibrant 1970s Flower Power era with this Italian-designed statement bangle by legendary maker Flli Menegatti. Crafted in tapered wave-style sterling silver, the sculptural dome design bursts with golden champlevé-enameled flowers—a glowing contrast of silver and gold artistry that captures the spirit of vintage Italian glamour.
The bracelet opens on a precision spring-loaded hinge and plunger clasp, revealing Menegatti’s signature pierced floral motif back—an exquisite detail collectors adore.
✨ Highlights:
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Designer: Flli Menegatti, Italy
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Era: Circa 1970s | Authentic Flower Power Design
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Material: Sterling silver & golden champlevé enamel
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Condition: Gentle oxidation / patina adds true vintage character
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Dimensions: 23.24 mm to 8 mm taper | Size: Average
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Weight: 55.25 dwt / 2.76 oz
The Legacy of Flli Menegatti Jewelry
Flli Menegatti — short for Fratelli Menegatti (meaning “Menegatti Brothers”) — is a celebrated name in Italian jewelry design. Founded in Vicenza, Italy, in 1948, the Menegatti brothers established a workshop dedicated to creating fine sterling silver and 18-karat gold jewelry known for its exceptional craftsmanship and timeless beauty.
Throughout the mid-20th century, Flli Menegatti became known for their woven silver chains, cable bracelets, Roman numeral motifs, and gemstone-accented rings. Each piece reflected the artistry and precision that made Made in Italy jewelry a global hallmark of quality. Their designs often combined 925 sterling silver with 18K gold highlights, showcasing a perfect balance between classic elegance and contemporary form.
Today, vintage Flli Menegatti jewelry is sought after by collectors and estate jewelers around the world. Their signed pieces — marked “Flli Menegatti Italy” — capture a moment in design history when hand-finished detail, proportion, and Italian style defined luxury.
At Watson & Son we honor the Menegatti legacy by curating and preserving fine examples of their work — each a reminder of enduring craftsmanship and mid-century Italian design excellence.