{"product_id":"antique-french-large-snake-pearl-diamond-and-ruby-bracelet","title":"Antique French Large Snake Pearl Diamond and Ruby Bracelet","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eAn impressive mid-19th-century snake bangle by the French jewellery house Labitte Frères, beautifully crafted in 18ct yellow gold. The serpent's coiled body creates a wonderfully sculptural design, while its head is decorated with rich blue enamel, a raised pearl surrounded by old-cut diamonds and ruby-set eyes. A clever fastening mechanism at the back allows the bracelet to be adjusted to different lengths. The bold, intertwined design gives this remarkable piece a striking presence when worn.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eLabitte Frères was established in Paris in 1842 by brothers Louis Joseph and Charles Labitte, at 11 rue du Renard Saint-Sauveur. The firm remained there until 1869, when Pierre Sabé took over the business. Identical hinge and clasp mechanisms can be found on other Labitte Frères bracelets. Few examples of their work survive today, but the firm's jewellery is distinguished by its exceptional craftsmanship and attention to detail.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition: \u003c\/strong\u003eUsed (Very Good)\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight: \u003c\/strong\u003e54.7 grams\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe inner circumference can be adjusted from 16cm - 17.5cm. \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth: \u003c\/strong\u003e48mm - 20mm\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePearl: \u003c\/strong\u003e9mm x 7mm x 4mm\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDiamonds: \u003c\/strong\u003eApprox. 0.80 carats, Colour: H-I, Clarity: VS-SI\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRubies: \u003c\/strong\u003e2.5mm each\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTested As:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18ct Gold \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMarked: \u003c\/strong\u003eFrench eagle head for 18ct and Labitte Frères makers mark \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod: \u003c\/strong\u003eVictorian, Circa. 1850\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBox: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlain Gift Box\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"The Vintage Jeweller","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56982336110978,"sku":"GG260022","price":9750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0656\/6140\/3354\/files\/IMG_0042_4312263.jpg?v=1792097285","url":"https:\/\/www.thevintagejeweller.co.uk\/products\/antique-french-large-snake-pearl-diamond-and-ruby-bracelet","provider":"The Vintage Jeweller","version":"1.0","type":"link"}