A mid 19th century coral and diamond snake bangle. Comprising a series of graduated...

The lot is in fair to good overall condition with light scratches and small dents in keeping with general wear. The plain link is part of an old modification to the bangle, to repair an old break or to change the size of the bangle. The modification is contemporary with the bangle. The links twist slightly by design, on the base metal bars through which they are threaded. There are heavier scratches to the tail part of the clasp which may have been repaired. The cabochon nearest the tail is flatter and crudely engraved and has been worn down to smooth out a chip or is a replacement. The coral to the tail has a small chip at the end. There is a crack and some shallow chips to the underside of the head, around the push button clasp. The safety chain may be a replacement. The diamonds appear bright and well matched, estimated total diamond weight 0.03ct, individual diamonds too small to accurately assess colour/clarity grades. Weight 10.3gms.