Antique Blue Enamel, Diamond, Ruby And Gold Snake Bangle, Circa 1860
Antique Blue Enamel, Diamond, Ruby And Gold Snake Bangle, Circa 1860
£18,200.00
Description
A Victorian snake bangle, with royal blue guilloché enamel, set with old-cut diamonds, in a cluster in the head and a line down the neck, with cabochon-cut ruby eyes, gold teeth and a moving tongue, with engraved gold foliate decoration on the nose, neck, body, hinges and tail end, the guilloché enamel represents scales, mounted in gold, circa 1860. In Victorian symbolism the coiled snake represented eternal love.
Approximate measurements: Outside length approximately 410mm, width 9.5mm, head width 19.4mm, inner measurement approximately 160mm, adjustable
Approximate weight: 94.08 grams
| item details | |
|---|---|
| Period | Pre 1900 |
| Style | Victorian |
| Condition | Good |
| Materials | Gold |
| Main Gemstone | Diamond |
| Main Gemstone Cut | Old Cut |
| Secondary Gemstone | Ruby |
Product REF: S251023T
