14th Jan, 2023 9:30 GMT/BST
A Pair of Hinged Bangles
engraved to depict birds, dragons, foliage and hieroglyphics
inner diameter 5.2cm
Sold for £1,500
Estimated at £1,200 - £1,800
The bangles are in good condition with slight dings throughout. They fasten with tongue and box catches and feature figure-of-eight safety catches. They are both stamped with hieroglyphics to the clasp area, in our opinion would test as gold. Gross weight 41.1 grams. CR made 18.11.22.
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Auction: Jewellery, Watches & Silver, 14th Jan, 2023
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