An 18k gold and jewelled "torsade" bangle

An 18k gold and jewelled "torsade" bangle

Designed as a hinged twisted band with martelé decor, the upper section diagonally set with 25 rubies and 25 rose-cut diamonds. Stamped: Paris fineness used from 1838 - 1919. Diameter ca. 5 x 5.5 cm. Weight 34.4 g.
Paris, 2nd half 19th C.