Victorian Turquoise, Half-Pearl, Gold Bangle, Carlo Giuliano
The hinged bangle features sugarloaf-cut turquoise measuring 1.90 x 1.90 mm to 2.60 x 2.60 mm, enhanced by turquoise cabochons measuring 2.00 - 2.15 mm, complemented by half-pearls measuring 3.65 - 4.05 mm, set in 18k gold, marked C.G. for Carlo Giuliano. Gross weight 38.80 grams.
Dimensions: 6-1/2 inches x 1 inch

Colored Gems:
Type(s): Turquoise
Shape(s): Sugarloaf-cut
Count: 1 - 25

Pearls:
Count: 6
Size: 3.65 - 4.05 mm

Pearl: 1
Type: Natural
Shape: Half Pearl
Color: White
Overtone: Rose
Luster: Good
Surface: Slightly Blemished


Metals:
Gold

Overall Condition: Good
Condition Notes: This remarkable Renaissance Revival Giuliano bangle has marks "6P4" which are known to exist on only one other Giuliano piece. A wonderful collector's item in good condition for its age. Formerly owned by Vera Caldwell, given as a gift by her father, notable Scottish scientist William Caldwell to his wife, heiress Margaret Watt. Caldwell went to Australia on behalf of the Royal Society to investigate whether the platypus laid eggs. Gold tests as 18k. Two jump rings near the clasp may have once held a safety chain. Small areas of tarnish commensurate with age. <R