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Book Your Virtual ConsultationVictorian 18ct Gold & Blue Enamel Snake Necklace set with Opals
№ 286X
Rare Find
A fantastic 18ct gold snake necklace that was made circa 1860-1880. The graduated chain articulates like a snake’s body and the secure tongue clasp enters the side of the snake’s mouth. The snake’s head has been set with opals and a mixture of old mine cut and rose diamonds and he has cabochon ruby eyes. There is a pear shaped drop in the same design that has been set with further opals and diamonds. There is also Royal blue enamel on the snake’s head and the drop with engraved detail. To the reverse there would have been a glazed compartment that would have originally held a lock of hair.
Most Victorian jewellery is full of hidden meanings. In the Victorian era it became very fashionable to wear snake jewellery after Prince Albert proposed to Queen Victoria with the very first engagement ring, which was in the image of a snake with an emerald set head.
The snake is an emblem of “Eternal love” so what a wonderful gift to someone you adore.
The Details
We all love this unusual snake necklace.
Estimated FREE UAE Delivery9th–12th October
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- Duties & VAT prepaid
- 30-day returns
- Signed AJC description
Essentials
Item Number:
№ 286X
Dimensions:
Snake and Heart - 48 mm (H) x 25 mm (W)
Length:
38.5 cm
Place of Origin:
England
Stones
11 Opals
Dimensions:
Largest Opal 4.0 x 3.0 mm
22 Diamonds
Weight:
0.35 carat
Hallmarks
Unmarked, 18ct gold
Many pieces of antique jewellery were unmarked because hallmark regulations were not obligatory until 1972.
Condition
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One of the opals is chipped<br>Glazed locket missing on the reverse of the drop
Care Tips
- Take extra care with soft or brittle gemstones
- Avoid chipping enamel
- Check delicate settings regularly
- Take special care of historical jewellery
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