Chinese Coral Torque Bangle white gold the Roman goddess of love

the Roman goddess of love and desire

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unusually crafted in 22 carat gold

surrounded by trees and with a Chinese building and bridge in the background

Chinese Coral Torque Bangle white gold the Roman goddess of loveRemarkable antique torque bangle dating from the Chinese Republic period, circa 1920. The silver dragon head terminals are finished in vibrant blue, green an purple vitreous enamel; they connect via a spiral band made up from coral branch beads. In China, the dragon is a legendary creature, ubiquitous with culture, prosperity, power and good luck. It is a guardian of natural spaces, and an elemental force associated with water: a protector of rivers,