Lot 179
A late 19th century gold, diamond and enamel hinged bangle. The vari-cut diamond Prince-of-Wales...
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Lot 179
A late 19th century gold, diamond and enamel hinged bangle.
Lot 179
Lot Description
A late 19th century gold, diamond and enamel hinged bangle. The vari-cut diamond Prince-of-Wales feathers, atop a blue enamel marquise-shape panel, to the graduated vari-cut diamond palmette sides and engraved and pierced palmette half-bangle. Estimated total old-cut diamond weight 0.75ct. French assay marks. Inner diameter 5.5cms. Weight 26.9gms,
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Condition Report
<li>Overall condition fair to good. Some surface scratches/ wear, discolouration and minor dents in keeping with general age and wear.
<li>Soft solder and possible repair/alteration to the back of the enamel panel.
<li>Several small diamonds deficient to the Prince-of-Wales feathers motif.
<li>Some single-cut and possible further replacement diamonds.
<li>Diamonds mostly old and rose-cuts.
<li>Diamonds fairly bright and well matched.
<li>Individual size and setting of diamonds prevents accurate colour and clarity assessment.<p>
<li>Personal inscription to the reverse of the main panel: To Muriel, from Jean + Dad.
<li>French marks are re-strike marks indicating 9ct gold.
<li>Safety chain is later.
<li>Length of enamel panel 2.9cms.
<li>Enamel has moderate surface scratches.
<li>Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers for coloured gemstones.<p>
<li>Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.<p>
<li>For any further questions you may have on this lot, please do not hesitate to contact Ben Randall at ben@fellows.co.uk<p>
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