Victorian Pique Love Knot Snake Brooch

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Victorian Pique Love Knot Snake Brooch

$1,650.00

Description

DATE: Victorian, c.1860

This charming antique pique brooch is modelled as a snake, formed in the love knot formation. This knot has long been as symbol of everlasting/eternal love, and its matched perfectly with an articulated heart drop from the snakes mouth. Its body is finished with gorgeous gold inlay, creating snake like scales throughout. It comes compete with an antique fitted box and remains in lovely condition.

STONES

Pique Shell

MEASUREMENTS

3.3 x 5.3cm

WEIGHT

9.4g

MARKS

No marks present, tests as silver (fittings)

CONDITION

Very good, some minor wear to gold inlay