Antique Diamond, Ruby And Woven Gold Snake Bracelet, Circa 1870
Antique Diamond, Ruby And Woven Gold Snake Bracelet, Circa 1870
£9,500.00
Description
An antique gold coiled snake bracelet, the head is set with an oval, old-cut diamond, in a rub over setting, in a cluster surround of rose-cut diamonds and cushion shaped ruby eyes, it is engraved to represent scales, the open mouth features teeth and a tongue, the body is of woven wirework, with a steel spring core, and an engraved, cone tail, mounted in gold, circa 1870. In Victorian symbolism the coiled snake symbolised eternity.
| item details | |
|---|---|
| Period | Pre 1900 |
| Style | Victorian |
| Condition | Good |
| Materials | Gold |
| Main Gemstone | Diamond |
| Dimensions | Adjustable length, head width 10.8mm, body width 6.7mm |
| Secondary Gemstone | Ruby |
Product REF: S21123T
