Lot 22
  • 22

Amethyst and diamond demi-parure, mid 19th century

Estimate
3,000 - 4,000 GBP
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Description

  • diamond, amethyst, gold
Comprising: a necklace of snake linking suspending three detachable orbs and drops accented with rose diamonds from buckle surmounts, length approximately 415mm; and bangle, inner circumference approximately 170mm. 

Condition

Mounted in gold, diamonds bright and lively with mixed colours and clarities, amethyst pale purple, good clarity with some characteristic inclusions, all with small chips near gold mounts. Clasps secure, gold with abrasions and minor scratches commensurate with age and wear, overall good condition.
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