Antique / vintage bangle bracelet. 22k Gold openwork, elephant heads w ruby/spinel eyes. Made in India, Madir Pradesh circa 1940-50. 

Outer diameter of bangle is 3 inches (8cm). Inner diameter of bracelet is 2 1/8 inches (52mm). Weighs 69.1grams.  

Fabulous bangle with very sturdy, solid gold openwork. The inner side, close to the wrist in a pattern of forking foliage; the entire outside lovely flowers and

leaves. The top of the bangle in the form of a pair of elephant heads, with intertwined trunks. Beautifully elegant. Eyes are spinels or rubies (sold to me as

rubies, but I tested them as spinels). The bangle is hinged and has a secure and easy to use clasp.  

Acid tested gold stays for 22k.  

Good condition. No damage / restoration of any sort.