Victorian Garnet Coiled Snake Ring
Victorian Garnet Coiled Snake Ring
$4,300.00
Description
DATE: Victorian, c.1840
A cool and unusual antique snake ring dating from the early Victorian period, circa 1840. The ring is formed from the snake's body, while the tail loops twice around the band. The head, set with a garnet "brain", with fine engraving to represent eyes, and scales. Historically, the serpent has been a great symbol of fertility, and, through the shedding of their skin, represent re-birth, immortality, and healing. Modelled in rich 18ct yellow gold.
STONES
Garnet
MEASUREMENTS
Rise off finger: 6.4mm
Width at head: 10.3mm
Width of band: 2.3mm
WEIGHT
6.6g
MARKS
No marks present, tests as 19k gold
CONDITION
Very good, with light antique patina
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