Price
£1750.00This object is eligible for a Certificate of BADA Provenance
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Edwardian Diamond Snake Ring circa 1913.
A beautiful Edwardian diamond set snake ring.
The ring with a triple coilled snake modelled with 5 graduated old-cut diamonds set in a band to the head. The ouroboros, a circular depiction of a snake swallowing its own tail, is a symbol of eternity.
Snake rings became popular after Queen Victoria was presented with a continuous snake ring as her engagement ring from Price Albert. Her ring, which signified everlasting love for eternity, had an emerald, her birthstone, centered in its head. This set a trend throughout England to wear a snake as a symbol of love worn by both women and men.
Era: Edwardian 1901 - 1920.
Measurements: Total old cut diamond weight estimated 0.35 carats.
Ring is 11 mm at widest point, the ring weighs 6.7 grams.
Ring Size: Q (UK) 8 1/4 (US) 58 (EUR) This ring can be resized by our goldsmith at no extra cost but with restrictions due to the design.
Hallmarks: Stamped 18CT, Birmingham 1913.
Stock number
RD187The BADA Standard
- Since 1918, BADA has been the leading association for the antiques and fine art trade
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