Art Deco Tortoiseshell Serpent Bangle indian both with rose gold shields

both with rose gold shields in the middle

The pieces are highly collectable

set with a tricolor of coloured gemstones: red rubies

It's set with 13 superb old mine cut diamonds with excellent colour (F/G) and totalling just over 2 carats

Composed of layer upon layer of calcium and conchiolin (aka nacre)

Art Deco Tortoiseshell Serpent Bangle indian both with rose gold shieldsDATE: Art Deco, c. 1920 Striking antique snake bangle formed from moulded tortoiseshell. The silhouette is simultaneously instantly recognisable as a serpent, and incredibly minimalist. Dating from the 1920s. MEASUREMENTS Wearable length: 7. 6 inches Width of band: 8. 5mm Width at head: 21mm WEIGHT 7. 8g MARKS None, tests as tortoiseshell CONDITION Very good, light wear commensurate with age