Northern India, c. 17th – 18th century. The massive gold bangle is open, the two ends are crafted in the form of snakes’ heads with large eyes and open mouths showing wide tongues and many teeth.
Provenance: From an important European private collection. Acquired in Asia between 1960 and 1970. A private owner, acquired from the above.
Condition: Overall the bangle is in good condition, however it is slightly bent to a more oval than round shape and shows traces of wear.
Weight: 111.3 g
Dimensions: Outer Diameter 6.8 cm, Inner Diameter 5.7 cm
Metallurgic analysis: Fine gold content 750/1000
Metallurgic Analysis
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not relate to the gross weight of the lot, as the gross weight typically consists of the weight of the gold alloy and the weight of other materials added to the lot such as gemstones, soil encrustations, casting cores or other metals processed within the lot.