The hinged bangle with lion head terminals, embellished throughout with cabochon turquoise and black onyx, and brilliant-cut diamonds, inner circumference approximately 170mm, signed Bulgari, French assay mark for gold and maker's mark, case stamped Bulgari.

Cf.: Amanda Triossi, BVLGARI 125 Years of Italian Magnificence, Rome, 2010, pg. 149 for an illustration of a bangle of similar design.

Signed BVLGARI, French maker's mark and assay mark for 18 carat gold. Turquoise well matched in colour, of bluish green body colour with very minor abrasions. Onyx overall in good condition. Diamonds bright and lively. Scratches and tarnish to the metal consistent with age and normal use. In good condition. Total gross weight approximately 103 grams. Case stamped BVLGARI ROMA.
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