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Victorian 18ct Gold Snake Ring set with Turquoise

609U
240 Admirers Rare Find
Written by Olly Gerrish

A beautiful 18ct gold snake ring that was assayed in London in 1874. The snake is set with a lightly coloured turquoise. The snake has been hand engraved with scales and has lovely eyes and a mouth. It is rare that we see a snake ring with this level of detail. The snake winds around the finger beautifully. Snake jewellery was particularly popular in the Victorian era as they loved sending secret messages through jewellery. Snakes symbolise eternal love and turquoise means ‘forget-me-not’. 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 well made jewellery from that era and would make the perfect gift to a loved one, or even a more unusual engagement ring!

The Details
Ollys Pick

A beautiful snake ring!

Essentials

Item Number:
609U
Materials:
Measurements:
Turquoise 4.5mm by 2.2mm
Place of Origin:
England
Discovered:
2 years ago

Hallmarks

Assay Office:
London London
Traditional Fineness:
Gold Gold
Early Fineness:
  • 18CT

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