Antique Gold and Enamel Snake Bangle Bracelet Photo Doyle New York

The openwork gold bangle composed of intertwining snake bodies decorated with engraved scales, highlighted by blue and white enamel, terminating in two snake heads applied with multicolored enamel, accented by ruby eyes, center section missing, enamel loss, approximately 27.3 dwt. Inner circle 6 1/2 inches. Enamel loss. Two drill holes, one under neck of snake, not visible from front, one in the back of bracelet at side of link . Dent under one of center links, top of link slightly flattened in relation to opposite link. Center section missing, two plaques remain, visible to eye. Hinged bangle. With 1 5/16 to 7/16". Estimate $1,000-1,500. Sold for $3,438

C Estate of Harriett B. Anthony 

Doyle New York. Important Estate Jewelry. Monday, April 16, 2012 -http://www.doylenewyork.com/