"Napoleon III “tiare” Bracelet, Diamonds, Gold And Silver"
Napoleon III 'tiara' bracelet Open bangle in 18k rose gold and 800 silver, centered with a clover motif set with round and cushion-cut old mine diamonds weighing approximately 0.35 carat for the largest, then 0.25 and 0.20 carat, flanked by two rows of rose-cut diamonds.
19th century.
French workmanship. Numbered 294.
Total estimated diamond weight: approximately 1 carat.
Diamond dimensions: 4.82 – 4.87 x 2.24 mm (0.35 ct) and 3.8 – 3.9 x 2.2 mm (0.25 ct)
Inner diameter: approximately 5.8 cm
Snap clasp with safety chain
Weight: 15.1 g (18k – 750/1000 and silver – 800/1000 – horse's head mark (1848-1919) and rhinoceros head mark with a different assayer's mark (1838-2000)).
Condition : Diamonds exhibit small abrasions and inclusions, with a slight tint. The rest of the jewel is in very good overall condition. This antique bracelet boasts a delicate design, reminiscent of 19th-century tiaras and aigrettes. The quality of craftsmanship is exceptional.
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