Jewellery, Silver and Objects of Vertu

A vari gem-set bracelet, possibly by Giampiero Fiorini, the highly decorative bangle with pierced frame and mounted throughout with carved gemstones depicting various flora and fauna, including amethyst, rock crystal, mother-of-pearl, citrine, lapis lazuli and coral, with highlights of ruby, emerald, sapphire, cultured pearl and diamond throughout, inner diameter approximately 6cm, depth 5cm. £4,000-£6,000

For a similar necklace by Giampiero Fiorini, see Noonans sale 12 September 2023, lot 185.

Please note coral is covered by CITES legislation and may be subject to import/export and trade restrictions and USA Fish and Wildlife regulations. Please be aware that it is the buyer’s responsibility to arrange any CITES export license for their purchases. More information can be found at www.cites.org.

General surface wear throughout, with some surface reaching fissures and mild abrasion. Typical inclusions observed. All gemstones are untested, the blue carved roses suspected ‘synthetic’ turquoise. A few of the smaller circular-cut gemstones are deficient. The clasp with slight loss of tension. Viewing advised. Gross weight 233gm.