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Early Victorian 15ct Gold Snake Ring set with Turquoise, Natural Split Pearl & Cabochon Emerald Eyes

766W
80 Admirers Rare Find
Written by Olly Gerrish

A beautiful 15ct gold snake ring that was made in Birmingham in 1859. The snake’s head has been hand engraved and the eyes have been set with tiny cabochon emeralds and the top of the head has been set with a natural split pearl and four small turquoise split beads. It is rare that we see a snake ring with this level of detail. When worn the snake winds around the finger beautifully and the tail wraps around the head. Snake jewellery was particularly popular in the Victorian era as the Victorians loved sending secret messages. Snakes symbolise “Eternal love” and the diamond set in to the snake’s head means “Eternal Love”. Famously, Queen Victoria was given a snake ring as her engagement ring from Albert which increased their popularity at the time.

This is a beautiful example of a snake ring and would make the perfect gift to a loved one.

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Ollys Pick

We love to find the early snake rings and this one is a good example.

  • Early Victorian 15ct Gold Snake Ring set with Turquoise, Natural Split Pearl & Cabochon Emerald Eyes

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25th–27th June

Essentials

Item Number:
766W
Materials:
Current Ring Size:
UK M
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Measurements:
Width of snake's head 6mm
Provenance:
English
Discovered:
1 year ago

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Assay Office:
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Very Good

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