Edwardian Turquoise Coiled Snake Ring

$1,550.00

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Edwardian Turquoise Coiled Snake Ring

$1,550.00

Description

DATE: Edwardian, c.1905

This antique piece is a charming example of the coiled snake/serpent ring. Modelled in 9 karat gold throughout, it features English hallmarks dating it to Chester assay office and the year of 1905. Its lovely and chunky, and the snake wraps around your finger three whole times, and its head and tail meet in the centre. Its head is set with a turquoise cabochon "brain", and it displays great and vibrant colour. Historically, the serpent/snake has been a potent symbol of fertility, and, through the periodical shedding of their skin, represent re-birth, immortality, and healing- but they also look pretty badass.

STONES

Turquoise Cabochon- 6 x 3.2mm

MEASUREMENTS

Width at head: 9.7mm

Rise off finger: 3.2mm

Width of band: 6.9mm

WEIGHT

5.2g

MARKS

English hallmarks for 9k gold, Chester, 1905

CONDITION

Excellent