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Gold and enamel Royal presentation bangle, circa 1879
Estimate
5,000 - 7,000 GBP
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Description
- enamel, gold, silver
The oval clasp set to the centre with the profile of Queen Victoria within a border of briar thorns, a Tudor rose, thistle, shamrock, crown and the initials VR in polychrome enamels, the reverse inscribed 'To Lady Southampton from her affectionate VIR, February 1879', accompanied by a hinged bangle applied with twisted briar thorns, inner circumference approximately 160mm.
Condition
Mounted in silver and gold. Oval central plaque detachable from hinged bangle. Miniature concealed under glaxed locket. Enamel in good condition. Reverse of plaque and bangle with scratches consistent with age and wear. Oxidization to silver and gold. Overall good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
Lady Southampton (Ismania Catherine née Nugent, 1838 - 1918) was the second wife of the 3rd Baron of Southampton, Charles Fitzroy. They were married on 25th February 1862. She was a Lady of the Royal bedchamber (1878 - 1901) to Queen Victoria and was presented with The Royal Order of Victoria and Albert, third class.
Queen Victoria founded The Royal Order of Victoria and Albert on 10th February 1862. The family order had four classes and was only granted to female members of the British Royal Family and female courtiers. The honour did not bestow a rank or title upon the recipient, but a recipient was entitled to use the letters 'VA', no further awards were issued after the death of Queen Victoria.
Queen Victoria founded The Royal Order of Victoria and Albert on 10th February 1862. The family order had four classes and was only granted to female members of the British Royal Family and female courtiers. The honour did not bestow a rank or title upon the recipient, but a recipient was entitled to use the letters 'VA', no further awards were issued after the death of Queen Victoria.