Stunning 18ct French Import Snake Ring with Garnet antique ring 11ctw of rose cut diamonds

11ctw of rose cut diamonds

Hallmarks: Hand-etched accession number 3883 (possible prior museum/collection provenance)

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This Edwardian to Deco Watch Chain is such a fine example

I have seen a lot more snake bracelets than I have seen interlocking hand bracelets

Stunning 18ct French Import Snake Ring with Garnet antique ring 11ctw of rose cut diamondsWith the dawn of the Victorian era comes quite a distinct change in the faces of antique snake jewelry. This is particularly thanks to the snake becoming a more romantic motif, symbolizing eternal love. On the announcement of Queen Victoria's engagement to Prince Albert in 1839, he presented her with an 18 carat gold serpent engagement ring, set with rubies for the eyes, diamonds for the mouth, and a large emerald at the center. This new romantic