Victorian Diamond Double Snake Ring

$3,700.00

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Victorian Diamond Double Snake Ring

$3,700.00

Description

DATE: Victorian, c.1898

Historically, the serpent has been a great symbol of fertility and, through the shedding of their skin, represent re-birth, immortality, and healing. This double snake ring is modelled in rich 18k gold with clear English hallmarks for the year 1898. Each snake has been set with a gemstone "brain" - two old cut diamonds within textured settings. It wraps around the finger twice, with each snakes head crossing over one another.

STONES

Two 0.25ct Old Cut Diamonds

MEASUREMENTS

Width at head: 1.1cm

Rise off finger: 3.1mm

Width of band: 4.9mm

WEIGHT

7.9g

MARKS

English hallmarks for 18k gold, London 1898

MJ Makers mark

CONDITION