A late Victorian gold sapphire and diamond hinged bangle, circa 1890. The graduated circular and...

The lot is in fair to good overall condition with light scratches and small dents in keeping with general wear. The bangle has been resized with an additional piece added to the plain half of the bangle. This causes the hinge to stick out when the clasp closes. There is a discoloured nick near the hinge. The hinge could close smoothly if the bangle were sized down. The safety chain is a later addition with minor discolouration. The diamonds appear bright and well matched with small inclusions. Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers at the front of our catalogue for coloured gemstones. The sapphires are moderately well matched with a slightly greenish through slightly purplish blue hue and moderate differences in tone and saturation. Some sapphires have colour zoning visible face up. The sapphires are in good to fair condition with some abrasion. Unhallmarked. Weight 10.7gms.