Sale 4991
London, South Kensington
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12 September 2006
Price realised
GBP 1,200
Estimate
THREE CHARM BRACELETS Comprising: one of oval link design, charms include - a 19th century fob seal, the lozenge shaped sardonyx martrix engraved with a monogram, to multi-loop design handle, a 19th century watch key, the triple sided handle set with oval rock crystal, bloodstone and chalcedony single stones, and a globe; one curb link, charms include a French 20 francs piece in soldered pendant mount, the Eifel tower, and a 9ct. gold acorn opening to reveal a squirrel; and one oval link, charms include - a 9ct. gold putti blowing a horn and an articulated fish; and a group of loose charms (2)
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