DATE: Victorian, c.1840

A cool and unusual antique snake ring dating from the early Victorian period, circa 1840. The ring is formed from the snake's body, while the tail loops twice around the band. The head, set with a garnet "brain", with fine engraving to represent eyes, and scales. Historically, the serpent has been a great symbol of fertility, and, through the shedding of their skin, represent re-birth, immortality, and healing. Modelled in rich 18ct yellow gold.

STONES 

Garnet 

MEASUREMENTS 

Rise off finger: 6.4mm

Width at head: 10.3mm

Width of band: 2.3mm

WEIGHT 

6.6g

MARKS 

No marks present, tests as 19k gold 

CONDITION 

Very good, with light antique patina