Victorian Diamond Double Snake Ring
Victorian Diamond Double Snake Ring
$2,400.00
Description
DATE: Victorian, c.1880
This fantastic snake ring is crafted in rich 18k gold throughout, as it wraps around your finger thee times... It's modelled with two snake heads, and they rest together in a kind of snake hug and coil. Each snake is set with old cut diamond "brains" and rose cut eyes, and it dates from the Victorian period, circa 1880. Historically, the serpent has been a potent symbol of fertility, and, through the periodical shedding of their skin, represent re-birth, immortality, and healing.
STONES
Two 0.10ct Old Mine Cut Diamond Brains
Rose Cut Diamond eyes
MEASUREMENTS
Width at head: 11.5mm
Rise off finger: 3.5mm
Width of band: 6.8mm
WEIGHT
7.7g
MARKS
Partial Makers Marks
Tests as 18k gold
CONDITION
Excellent
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