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Art Deco Sapphire 18K Gold Snake Tubogas Bracelet circa 1925/30

$5,243.37
£3,954.46
€4,500
CA$7,249.41
A$8,120.56
CHF 4,265.21
MX$98,743.36
NOK 54,011.49
SEK 51,271.42
DKK 34,256.94

About the Item

Art Deco Sapphire 18K Gold Snake Tubogas Bracelet circa 1925/30 This decorative so-called Tubogas bracelet in the shape of a snake fits flexibly on the wrist. The detailed head is set with a sapphire drop, and two bright red rubies serve as eyes. The tip of the tail forms a clasp together with the tongue and provides secure hold. 750/18K gold 1 drop-shaped sapphire, faceted, 2 rubies Size 20 cm long, 1.1 cm wide Weight 15.11 g stamped 750 condition very good supplied with a certificate by Stefan Kaddick, state-certified and sworn jewelry expert in Munich After the discovery of Tutankhamun's tomb by Howard Carter in 1922, snake bracelets came back into fashion. The design of this elastic bracelet was inspired by the then new, flexible gas pipe connections (hence the name Tubogas). The jewelry manufacturers enthusiastically adopted this technology and so goldsmith and engineer successfully collaborated to make this interesting jewel a piece of jewelry history.
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  • Weight:
    15.14 g
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 0.44 in (11 mm)Length: 7.88 in (200 mm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1930
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Goettingen, DE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: A5371stDibs: LU1995224353122

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