This rare vintage gold bear charm can't help but make us smile whenever we look at it! The bear has the most wonderful details througout and balancing on top of a gold ball, we think to symbolise it being a circus bear! It is also holding on to a gold bar which is studded with four small glinting diamonds.
The charm is made of 9ct gold, unhallmarked but tested. The bear does have what looks to be a maker's mark to one side but it's hard to make out clearly becuase of the bear's fur lines. We think the charm likely dates to circa 1950s.
The charm measures approx 26mm tall (not including the jump ring) by approx 9mm wide by approx 9mm deep and weighs approx 4.55g in total.
Condition - The charm is in good vintage condition but does show signs of age and wear, including noticeable surface wear to the gold, particularly to the ball which has several scratches and marks. The jump ring is currently pushed closed. Please see photos.
*Please note the chain and box pictured are not included in the sale but the charm will be shipped in a new presentation box and pouch.*
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Vintage heavy 9ct gold and diamond bear balancing on a ball charm
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