A mid-20th century Swiss 'satinised-gold-plate', amethyst, p...
A mid-20th century Swiss 'satinised-gold-plate', amethyst, peridot and seed-pearl hinged bangle, the gilded front centred with an oval cabochon amethyst, between round cabochon peridots and similar round amethysts with seed-pearl collet points, engraved one side 'Gubelin' and '585' (XRF tested - see condition report), the bangle tapered approx. 11.5mm-8mm overall, 24.8g gross
Note; Though the colours of the stones in this piece are purple, green and white, the colours of the WSPU (Women's Social and Political Union) or Suffragette movement, this piece dates from many years after.
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Overall good condition for age, general wear and tear commensurate with age and some light use. The beginnings of some light tarnishing evident in a few small areas. No dents however there is evidence of a small area of filing on one angle near the hinge.
Central amethyst oval cabochon measures approx. 14mm x 10mm (depth not possible), two round cabochons approx. 7mm diameter.
The two peridot cabochons approx. 8mm diameter.
This item has been XRF spot tested as approximately 90% silver. We used a Nitron Thermo XL3T handheld XRF analyser to test the metal in this lot. This technology is limited to examining metal to a depth of approximately 8 microns. Results should only be used as a guide and with caution. False readings are possible as only a small 'spot' has been tested and not the whole item.
Note: We do not guarantee the standard of gold, silver, or platinum unless an item is hallmarked and no returns are accepted for XRF tested items, please examine any items for yourself and make your own mind up. Many thanks for your understanding John Rolfe Auctions.
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A mid-20th century Swiss 'satinised-gold-plate', amethyst, peridot and seed-pearl hinged bangle, the gilded front centred with an oval cabochon amethyst, between round cabochon peridots and similar round amethysts with seed-pearl collet points, engraved one side 'Gubelin' and '585' (XRF tested - see condition report), the bangle tapered approx. 11.5mm-8mm overall, 24.8g gross
Note; Though the colours of the stones in this piece are purple, green and white, the colours of the WSPU (Women's Social and Political Union) or Suffragette movement, this piece dates from many years after.
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Overall good condition for age, general wear and tear commensurate with age and some light use. The beginnings of some light tarnishing evident in a few small areas. No dents however there is evidence of a small area of filing on one angle near the hinge.
Central amethyst oval cabochon measures approx. 14mm x 10mm (depth not possible), two round cabochons approx. 7mm diameter.
The two peridot cabochons approx. 8mm diameter.
This item has been XRF spot tested as approximately 90% silver. We used a Nitron Thermo XL3T handheld XRF analyser to test the metal in this lot. This technology is limited to examining metal to a depth of approximately 8 microns. Results should only be used as a guide and with caution. False readings are possible as only a small 'spot' has been tested and not the whole item.
Note: We do not guarantee the standard of gold, silver, or platinum unless an item is hallmarked and no returns are accepted for XRF tested items, please examine any items for yourself and make your own mind up. Many thanks for your understanding John Rolfe Auctions.
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