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SEED PEARL BANGLE, 1875
Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description
The hinged bangle set to the front with seed pearls, inner circumference approximately 200mm, fitted case stamped Garrard.
Condition
Some tarnish to metal, more pronounced on interior. Gross weight approximately 69 grams. Overall condition good.
"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.
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.
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
Inscribed 'This bracelet was presented by HRH The Prince of Wales to Lady Adriana Pollock at Lahore January 1876'. Accompanied by a letter from Winsor Castle, dated 16th July 2014, confirming the provenance of the bracelet.
Edward VII (1841-1910), the eldest son of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, was King of the United Kingdom between 1901 and 1910. Preceding this, he held the title of the Prince of Wales and pioneered the concept of royal public appearances and foreign tours. This included a tour to the Indian subcontinent in 1875, during which time he gave gifts to senior Indian and British officials, such as this bangle.
Edward VII (1841-1910), the eldest son of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert of Saxe-Coburg and Gotha, was King of the United Kingdom between 1901 and 1910. Preceding this, he held the title of the Prince of Wales and pioneered the concept of royal public appearances and foreign tours. This included a tour to the Indian subcontinent in 1875, during which time he gave gifts to senior Indian and British officials, such as this bangle.