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Find Out MoreVictorian 18ct Gold Snake Bracelet set with Turquoise, Diamonds & Cabochon Rubies
№ 822X
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This 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold bracelet closely matches the snake necklace. It is 18ct gold and was made circa 1860. His head has been set with a large turquoiseTurquoise is an opaque gem and is often formed in what is called matrix, a black or brown veining derived from the host rock in which the gem forms. In fine jewellery, unblemished sky blue turquoise is the ideal, although regularly patterned matrix turquoise is also sought-after. More and old mine cutAn 18th, 19th and early 20th century diamond shape, typically cushion or asymmetrical, marked by a small table, a high crown and a large culet. Culets are the small flat facets at the bottom of a stone which appear to the untrained eye as a hole in the middle of the stone. Before the advent of modern machinery which allows for the precise faceting we see tod... More diamonds with cabochonA polished, not faceted, dome shaped stone - either round or oval with a flat polished base, primarily used as a cut for phenomenal stones such as cat's eyes and stars.
More rubyOne of the most valuable gemstones on earth. From the corundum family, the red variety being ruby and the blue, sapphire. With the exception of the diamond, corundum is the hardest of the gemstones on the Mohs scale scoring a 9. More eyes. Further small diamonds and turquoise follow the head down to the articulatedIn jewellery, an articulated piece is composed of segments with flexible connections. More body that has been set with a continuous line of turquoise. There is also fine engraving on the sides of his head.
The long tongue clasp slides in to his mouth so when worn it appears that he is eating his tail. The ouroboros is an ancient symbol of a snake eating its own tail, representing the cycle of death and rebirth.
The word “ouroboros” comes from a Greek word meaning “tail-devourer”. The symbol has been used in many cultures.
This bracelet looks amazing when worn.
The DetailsEssentials
Item Number:
№ 822X
Measurements:
Length 19.5cm
Diamonds approx total weight 1.20 carats
Rose diamonds approx total weight 0.08 carats.
Diamonds approx total weight 1.20 carats
Rose diamonds approx total weight 0.08 carats.
Place of Origin:
England
Discovered:
1 year ago
Hallmarks
Unmarked, 18ct gold
Many pieces of antique jewellery were unmarked because hallmark regulations were not obligatory until 1972.
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Care Tips
- Take extra care with soft or brittle gemstones
- Check delicate settings regularly
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