Brenda Ginsberg Antiques & Jewelry
Antique Vintage Bangle Bracelet 22k Gold Elephant Heads Mughal India (4930)
Antique Vintage Bangle Bracelet 22k Gold Elephant Heads Mughal India (4930)
Antique / vintage bangle bracelet. 22k Gold openwork, elephant heads w ruby / Spinel eyes. Made in India, Madir Pradesh circa 1940-50.
Outer diameter of bangle is 3 inches (8cm). Inner diameter of bracelet is 2 1/8 inches (52mm). Weighs 69.1grams.
Fabulous bangle with very sturdy, solid gold openwork. The inner side, close to the wrist in a pattern of forking foliage; the entire outside lovely flowers and leaves. The top of the bangle in the form of a pair of elephant heads, with intertwined trunks. Beautifully elegant. Eyes are Spinels or rubies (sold to me as rubies, but I tested them as Spinels). The bangle is hinged and has a secure and easy to use clasp.
Acid tested gold stays for 22k. Good condition.
No damage / restoration of any sort.