Lot 9
  • 9

Gold and coral bracelet, early 19th century

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • coral, turquoise, gold
Set with a carved coral horse's head within a gold surround, held by carved coral hands accented with small turquoise cuffs, backed by alternating coral and gold links, length approximately 185mm.

Condition

Mounted in gold, with some minor abrassions and discolouration commensurate with age and wear. Coral deep orange red, good condition, two links with with very fine slight hairline cracks, not noticeable to the naked eye, coral horse head possibly later replacement. One turquoise green the other light blue. Secure clasp in good condition.
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