Two Serpents in Gold: A Victorian Diamond and Ruby Ring, circa 1900

This late Victorian gold snake ring, dating to around 1900, coils across the finger in a richly sculptural design. One serpent is set with a ruby, the other with a lightly yellow old European cut diamond weighing approximately 0.70 carat, while tiny seed pearls accent their heads. Richly engraved surfaces and flowing gold curves give the ring a character that is at once protective, mysterious and distinctly of its period.

Jewellery Type
ring

Condition
very good condition
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Country of origin
unknown

Style
Late Victorian jewellery - Late Victorian jewellery belongs to the later decades of Queen Victoria's reign. It often shows eclectic historical influences, bolder forms, aesthetic taste, natural motifs and the beginnings of Art Nouveau. The period saw a broad range of styles, from archaeological revival and sentimental jewellery to Aesthetic and Anglo-Japanese influences.
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Period
ca. 1900
Events & facts of this era, poetry of this era, fashion of this era.

Source of inspiration
Nature

Theme
Snakes and serpents are among the oldest and most widespread mythological symbols. They can symbolise death and resurrection, healing, fertility, wisdom and protection. Because snakes shed their skin, they are often connected with renewal and rebirth. Their symbolism varies widely between cultures, ranging from protective and healing meanings to danger, temptation or hidden power.

Material 18K
yellow gold (touchstone tested)
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Diamonds
One old European cut diamond with an approximate total weight of 0.70ct colour and clarity M/N, si/i

- Any diamond weights, colour grades, and clarity stated are approximate unless otherwise noted, as diamonds are not removed from their settings in order to preserve the integrity of the piece.

- All diamonds in our antique and vintage jewellery, regardless of size or shape, are verified by the IJGC laboratory as natural.

Precious stones
One ruby with an approximate total weight of 0.72ct
Four half seed pearls
All coloured stone weights stated are approximate unless otherwise noted, as stones are not removed from their settings in orde.
Gemstones are often treated to improve their colour or clarity. The stones in this piece have not been tested for treatment unless otherwise stated.

Birthstones
Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April, ruby for July and pearl for June.
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Hallmarks
No trace.
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Dimensions
band width top of ring 1,70 cm (0,67 inch)
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Weight
5,70 gram (3,67 dwt)

Ring size Continental EU: 60 & 19¼ , Size USA: 9¼ , Size UK: S

Resizing
Free resizing (only for extreme resizing we have to charge).
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Adin Reference Nº
26106-0268

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