Victorian Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Bangle brutalist and is often depicted playing

and is often depicted playing the lyre

likely German or Austrian based on the design

had bypassed the Greeks and Romans and acquired their knowledge of building grand monuments straight from the Jewish source

and the Aztec moon god Tecciztecatl wore a snail shell on his back symbolising rebirth

Bulgari maker's marks

Victorian Sapphire & Diamond Cluster Bangle brutalist and is often depicted playingDATE: Victorian, c. 1900 A stunning Victorian bangle, the head set with a vibrant blue sapphire within a cluster of glistening old cut diamonds. Four rose cut diamonds radiate out from the head, within scroll details. It's a beautifully constructed piece, where the cluster can be removed to wear as a pin brooch if desired. The bangle is crafted in 15k yellow gold and has a wearable length of 6 inches, with a small gold safety chain. Dates from the