A distinctive vintage 9KT gold snake bracelet watch dating from approximately the 1950s. The flexible tubogas-style bracelet coils around the wrist and terminates in a garnet-set snake head, which lifts to reveal a concealed rectangular mechanical wristwatch beneath.
The domed snake head is pavé-set with graduated oval and round-cut garnets, with contrasting blue stone accents positioned to either side. A safety chain provides additional security when worn.
Combining jewellery and watchmaking, this unusual piece was designed to appear as a sculptural serpent bracelet while discreetly concealing the watch dial beneath the hinged head.
Dimensions
Fits Wrist: Approximately 16–19cm
Weight: 47 grams
Watch Case: Small rectangular concealed case beneath hinged snake head
Specifications
Metal: 9KT Gold
Period: Circa 1950s
Type: Concealed Bracelet Watch / Snake Bracelet Watch
Movement: Mechanical, manually wound
Stones: Graduated Garnets, approximately 6.00ct total
Additional Stones: Two blue accent stones
Bracelet: Flexible tubogas-style construction
Fastening: Hinged clasp with safety chain
Watch Feature: Garnet-set snake head lifts to reveal the concealed dial
Condition Report
Good vintage condition overall, with surface wear and patination consistent with age and use.
A distinctive vintage 9KT gold snake bracelet watch dating from approximately the 1950s. The flexible tubogas-style bracelet coils around the wrist and terminates in a garnet-set snake head, which lifts to reveal a concealed rectangular mechanical wristwatch beneath.
The domed snake head is pavé-set with graduated oval and round-cut garnets, with contrasting blue stone accents positioned to either side. A safety chain provides additional security when worn.
Combining jewellery and watchmaking, this unusual piece was designed to appear as a sculptural serpent bracelet while discreetly concealing the watch dial beneath the hinged head.
Dimensions
Fits Wrist: Approximately 16–19cm
Weight: 47 grams
Watch Case: Small rectangular concealed case beneath hinged snake head
Specifications
Metal: 9KT Gold
Period: Circa 1950s
Type: Concealed Bracelet Watch / Snake Bracelet Watch
Movement: Mechanical, manually wound
Stones: Graduated Garnets, approximately 6.00ct total
Additional Stones: Two blue accent stones
Bracelet: Flexible tubogas-style construction
Fastening: Hinged clasp with safety chain
Watch Feature: Garnet-set snake head lifts to reveal the concealed dial
Condition Report
Good vintage condition overall, with surface wear and patination consistent with age and use.
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