A striking Victorian bracelet, circa 1860–1880, the broad hinged bangle extensively set with numerous turquoise cabochons, the front applied with a large dimensional flowerhead formed of overlapping turquoise-set petals, centred by a cluster of seed pearls. Of low-carat gold and/or gilt metal construction, with pale metal settings.
Details:
Gross weight: approximately 55.3g
Internal diameter: approximately 5.4cm
Flower: approximately 41 × 36mm
Condition: General wear commensurate with age, including wear and discolouration to the metal. The turquoise displays natural variation in colour, matrix and surface wear. Seed pearls with typical age-related variation. Buyers are advised to view the lot prior to bidding.
Metal untested; described as low-carat gold and/or gilded metal.
A striking Victorian bracelet, circa 1860–1880, the broad hinged bangle extensively set with numerous turquoise cabochons, the front applied with a large dimensional flowerhead formed of overlapping turquoise-set petals, centred by a cluster of seed pearls. Of low-carat gold and/or gilt metal construction, with pale metal settings.
Details:
Gross weight: approximately 55.3g
Internal diameter: approximately 5.4cm
Flower: approximately 41 × 36mm
Condition: General wear commensurate with age, including wear and discolouration to the metal. The turquoise displays natural variation in colour, matrix and surface wear. Seed pearls with typical age-related variation. Buyers are advised to view the lot prior to bidding.
Metal untested; described as low-carat gold and/or gilded metal.
