Sep Ancient Art & Paintings & Collectibles
Lot 121:
Description
Inner oval 6.3*4.93cm Wt:42.32g
Victorian hinged serpent bangle, 19th-century, crafted in 18-carat-gold, decorated with vivid blue-and-white fired enamel, accented with ruby gemstones. Modelled as coiled serpent form, the bracelet opens via hinge mechanism and suspends an original woven-gold movable tassel drop.Serpent iconography stood as the enduring Victorian symbol of faithful, eternal love. Elaborate polychrome enamel and integrated tassel ornament are characteristic period features.Gold surfaces show age-related wear; enamel bears minor signs of period ageing consistent with antique pieces; rubies intact, hinge functions smoothly, tassel complete, overall in good preserved condition.
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