Illario - a diamond and sapphire snake link bracelet, circa 1960, the articulated links of foliate design embellished with a granulated edge, claw-set with three rows of alternating brilliant-cut diamonds and circular-cut sapphires, fitted with a concealed tongue clasp with gem-set thumbpiece, and a figure-of-eight safety catch, Italian assay marks '750' and registry mark '26 AL' for Carlo Illario e Fratelli between 1944-1968, overall length 19.3 cm, total weight of item 50.2 grams.

Carlo Illario e F.lli was founded in 1920 by three brothers – Carlo, Vincenzo and Luigi Illario. Illario created many pieces for Bulgari throughout the 1950-70s including Serpenti watch bracelets.

Condition Report

The bracelet is in overall good condition considering its age. All stones are securely set in their mounts, no links are damaged and showing no signs of repair. There are nibbles and surface abrasions on the sapphires but no major damage. Fittings are in good working order.Overall wear and weathering are consistent with age and use.

Measures 11.8 mm wide.