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Lot 560

Lot 560

A Victorian gold rose-cut diamond and sapphire snake bangle, with ruby eyes, gripping a later...

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Lot 560

Lot Description

A Victorian gold rose-cut diamond and sapphire snake bangle, with ruby eyes, gripping a later emerald cabochon within it's mouth.

Inner diameter 5.7cms. 27.4gms.

Postage: Auction Default

Weight: 27.4

Total lot weight: 0.03

Surface scratches and minor marks.
General slight wear to gilt finish.
Later safety clasps.
Diamonds appear bright and well matched.
Individual size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.
One diamond chipped.
Sapphires are in closed settings and appear a well matched deep blue. Slight facet-edge abrasions.
Rubies appear a well matched pinky red.
Emerald to mouth presumed later addition, seemingly wedged in the mouth and appears a medium slightly bluish green, few cracks visible.
Approximate width 2.6cms.
Electronically tests to area of slight wear tot he gilt finish as approximately 17ct gold.
Fellows uses a Thermo Scientific Nitron Handheld XRF Analyser to test metals. This technology is limited to examining metal to a depth of approximately 8 microns.
Fellows does not guarantee the standard of gold or platinum unless an item is hallmarked. Results from electronically tested items should only be used as a guide and with caution, as false readings are possible.
Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers for coloured gemstones.
Free virtual viewings are available by appointment. Please email jewellery@fellows.co.uk for more information and to book an appointment.
Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.
For any further questions you may have on this lot, please do not hesitate to contact Ben Randall at ben@fellows.co.uk

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