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Micromosaic Bracelet, First Half of the 19th Century Work

$7,029.75
£5,214.20
€5,900
CA$9,626.08
A$10,702.37
CHF 5,602.04
MX$131,260.96
NOK 71,328.17
SEK 67,342.25
DKK 44,908.29
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Gold bracelet with six oval, micromosaic medallions set in black glass. Each micromosaic represents a different Roman edifice: Saint Peter’s Basilica, the Coliseum, the Pantheon, the Temple of Vesta, the Temple of Antonius and Faustina, and the Temple of Vespasian in the Forum. Length: 6.7 in Weight: 1.5 oz Gold mark: owl First half of the 19th century work
  • Metal:
  • Weight:
    42 g
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.79 in (20 mm)Width: 6.7 in (170 mm)
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1820-1829
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1820
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Paris, FR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 50021stDibs: LU2058211090152

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