Victorian Green Enamel Snake Ring in 18 Carat Gold; Circa 1870

Victorian Green Enamel Snake Ring in 18 Carat Gold; Circa 1870Snakes have been used in jewellery as far back as ancient Egypt. However the cult of snake jewellery became highly desirable in Victorian times as Prince Albert proposed to the soon to be Queen Victoria with a golden snake ring. It symbolised in Victorian times love and the promise of happier ever after This Victorian ring is an especially lovely example as it is an unusual example! The body of the snake has been adorned with a vibrant green

Snakes have been used in jewellery as far back as ancient Egypt. However the cult of snake jewellery became highly desirable in Victorian times as Prince Albert proposed to the soon to be Queen Victoria with a golden snake ring. It symbolised in Victorian times love and the promise of happier ever after

This Victorian ring is an especially lovely example as it is an unusual example! The body of the snake has been adorned with a vibrant green enamelling. Though some of this has been lost in time, the overall effect can still be enjoyed and appreciated. The gold underneath has been bevelled which gives a snake its scales!

The contrast between the rich 18 carat gold and vibrant green on this ring a pure elegance. Its a a truly timeless antique ring. This antique jewel was created in the UK as pure decadence; and this can really be felt. This would make an amazing addition to anyones jewellery collection.



DETAILS:

ERA: Victorian

HALLMARKED: Unhallmarked 18 carat gold

MEASUREMENTS: Finger size L 1/2 (UK/AU) or 6 (US)

WEIGHT: 5.3 grams approximately

WIDTH: Approx 6mm varying up and down as the snake coils around

CONDITION: this is in lovely antique condition for an antique ring with only a fine patina.. As noted above there is enamel loss.

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