Lot 302
  • 302

A Russian Gold and Amethyst Bangle, St. Petersburg, circa 1890

Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 USD
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Description

  • marked with Latin initials T.S. for an unidentified workmaster, contained in a fitted wood case from the retailer K.E. Bolin, Jeweler to the Court
  • Gold, amethyst, diamond, birchwood, silk, velvet, paper, brass
  • Diameter 2 1/2 in.
  • 6.4 cm
inspired by Scythian or Classical jewelry, the bangle centered with beading, set with an amethyst flanked by two small rose-cut diamonds and surrounded by wrapped gold wirework

Condition

overall good condition
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