{"title":"Antique Snake Rings","description":"\u003cp\u003eAntique and vintage snake rings, from Roman-style double-headed serpents to Victorian and Edwardian rings with jewelled heads. After Prince Albert gave Queen Victoria a serpent engagement ring, the snake became the great Victorian symbol of eternal love.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"antique-french-18k-gold-blue-guilloche-enamel-snake-and-cross-ring-victorian-serpent-religious-unusual-rose-cut-diamond-ring","title":"French 19th Century Enamel Snake \u0026 Cross Ring","description":"A wonderful antique enamelled snake and cross ring. This piece probably started life as a stickpin dating to the second half of the 19th century, circa 1870 and was later been converted into a ring. It is crafted in 18K yellow gold and the serpent's body is emblazoned with vibrant cobalt blue guilloché enamel which provides a luminous reptilian texture. The snake coils around a rose cut diamond studded cross, with a further rose cut decorating the serpent’s head.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe ring is in great overall condition, there is some losses to the surface of the blue enamel however I find this replicates the skin of a snake in a more naturalistic manner!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe serpent motif has been used in jewellery throughout history. It became increasingly popular during the Georgian and Victorian periods following archaeological finds of the 19th century, the fascination with the ancient Egyptian symbol of the Ouroboros and the association given to the snake in the Victorian period as a symbol of eternal love and wisdom. It’s use in jewellery became very prominent after Prince Albert gave the young Queen Victoria a snake engagement ring to symbolise his everlasting loyalty, protection and love!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUK size M, US size 6.25\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe ring weighs 2.7 grams and is stamped with French control marks indicating 18K gold.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe ring head measures 14mm x 10mm and sits flat on the finger which makes it ideal for frequent wear The rose cut diamonds measure 1mm in diameter.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46954416341300,"sku":"","price":1900.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/products\/il_fullxfull.5212893411_rt6r.jpg?v=1698957406"},{"product_id":"vintage-18k-gold-snake-serpent-ring-double-headed-ancient-roman-style","title":"Vintage Double-Headed Snake Ring","description":"An unusual vintage French 18K gold double-headed snake ring. The design takes after museum examples of ancient Roman snake rings. Snake rings and bracelets were very popular in antiquity, and were worn for protection against evil or to ensure fertility. Snakes were also associated with the healing god Asclepius, who is often shown with a snake coiled around his staff. Bracelets and rings of this specific design have been found in Egypt and Italy, including sites like Pompeii, and examples can be seen in the British Museum, the Louvre and the Archaeological Museum of Naples (see final photo for examples).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe present ring, though virtually the same in design as these ancient examples, is more modern and dates to the second half of the 20th century. The bodies are intricately engraved to emulate scales, and the detail extends to the heads which are also engraved with prominent eyes, teeth and mouths. The outside of the band carries a French control mark for 18K gold.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eUK size J, US size 4.75\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5.41g 18K gold, band measures 2mm in diameter\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe serpent motif has been used in jewellery throughout history. It became increasingly popular during the Georgian and Victorian periods following archaeological finds of the 19th century, the fascination with the ancient Egyptian symbol of the Ouroboros and the association given to the snake in the Victorian period as a symbol of eternal love and wisdom. It’s use in jewellery became very prominent after Prince Albert gave the young Queen Victoria a snake engagement ring to symbolise his everlasting loyalty, protection and love!\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46954447307060,"sku":"","price":900.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/products\/il_fullxfull.5174313959_cdqr.jpg?v=1698957657"},{"product_id":"edwardian-sapphire-snake-ring","title":"Edwardian Sapphire Snake Ring","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis fantastic antique Edwardian era snake ring dates to around 1900-1910, and would have been made in Germany. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe ring is crafted in 18K gold and the central tablet is set with two horizontal rows of blue sapphires, with three flush set white sapphires in the gaps between, mimicking stars amongst the night sky.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe shoulders and band is crafted from two intertwining serpents, each with a sapphire on the top of the head. Snake jewellery, with its sinuous beauty and timeless mystique, has been a symbol of fascination and intrigue for centuries. However the snake motif had a strong resurgence in Victorian and Edwardian jewellery ever since Prince Albert bought Queen Victoria a snake engagement ring with an emerald (her birthstone) embedded into it. The Victorians associated the snake motif with eternal love and it has been a popular ever since.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUK size L, US size 5.75\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe ring weighs 2.26 grams and is stamped with a hallmarked for 18K, stones tested as sapphires.\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47469441515828,"sku":"","price":770.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A8971.jpg?v=1706554907"},{"product_id":"victorian-diamond-snake-ring","title":"Victorian Diamond Snake Ring","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA gorgeous antique Victorian snake ring, circa 1880. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe snake is set with an old cut diamond ‘brain’ and further decorated with garnet gemstone eyes. The coiled body is engraved and the tail wraps around itself. The ring is crafted in 18K gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSnake jewellery, with its sinuous beauty and timeless mystique, has been a symbol of fascination and intrigue for centuries. However the snake motif had a strong resurgence in Victorian and Edwardian jewellery ever since Prince Albert bought Queen Victoria a snake engagement ring with an emerald (her birthstone) embedded into it. The Victorians associated the snake motif with eternal love and it has been a popular ever since.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eUK size K 1\/2, US size 5.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe ring weighs 2.53 grams and the ring measures 2mm across at the back. The outer band is stamped with a French ‘weevil’ import mark to indicate that it was crafted in 18K gold. It remains in great condition despite its significant age.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48190551130420,"sku":"","price":900.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A1154.jpg?v=1725282251"},{"product_id":"antique-turquoise-snake-ring","title":"Antique Turquoise Snake Ring","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA superb antique late Victorian snake ring, circa 1890. The coiled gold body of the snake delicately wraps around a turquoise ‘egg’ in the centre. The head of the snake is decorated with diamond eyes and the ring is crafted in 22K gold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSnake jewellery, with its sinuous beauty and timeless mystique, has been a symbol of fascination and intrigue for centuries. However the snake motif had a strong resurgence in Victorian and Edwardian jewellery ever since Prince Albert bought Queen Victoria a snake engagement ring with an emerald (her birthstone) embedded into it. The Victorians associated the snake motif with eternal love and it has been a popular ever since.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe mythological symbol of a snake wrapped around an egg (also known as the ‘cosmic’ egg) can be found in the cosmogonies of many cultures and civilisations across the world. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eUK size P 1\/2, US size 7.75\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe ring weighs 6.66 grams and the ring measures 3mm across at the back. The bezel measures 18mm north to south. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe inner band is stamped with antique British hallmarks for the year 1892. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eBoth the turquoise stone and the ring remain in great overall condition despite its significant age.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48301775913268,"sku":"","price":1850.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A5694.jpg?v=1756803906"},{"product_id":"victorian-garnet-snake-ring","title":"Victorian Garnet Snake Ring","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis captivating Victorian snake ring, crafted in 18K gold, hails from Birmingham, England, circa 1880. The design features a coiled serpent with a garnet cabochon representing the snake’s \"brain\" and eyes set with tiny rubies, creating a striking contrast against the rich gold band. British hallmarks confirm its 18K gold purity, and it carries a weight of 5.24 grams. The ring measures UK size R 1\/2 (US size 9) with an 8mm by 6mm garnet and a 4mm band, measuring 12mm from north to south at the front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSnake motifs have held a timeless allure, representing transformation, protection, and renewal. In Victorian jewelry, however, the snake took on a more romantic symbolism, becoming an emblem of eternal love after Prince Albert gifted Queen Victoria a snake engagement ring with an emerald, symbolising her birthstone. This sentimental gesture sparked a renewed fascination with snake jewellery, which became a cherished motif of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48347729002804,"sku":"","price":1650.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A2023.jpg?v=1731343674"},{"product_id":"antique-french-gold-snake-ring","title":"Antique French Gold Snake Ring","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis striking antique ring, crafted in 18K gold, takes the form of a coiled snake—an enduring symbol of protection, transformation, and renewal. Set with a single sparkling diamond at the head, often referred to as the ‘brain,’ this unique detail adds both charm and intrigue to the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe diamond measures 2.5mm in diameter, its facets catching the light beautifully. The band is substantial yet comfortable, measuring 4mm at the back and tapering to 12mm at the widest point in the front. The ring weighs 6.38 grams, offering a pleasingly solid feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA French eagle head hallmark confirms the ring’s Parisian origin and guarantees its 18K gold composition. Snake jewellery was especially beloved in the 19th century, with the motif gaining prominence in Victorian jewellery following Prince Albert’s romantic gift to Queen Victoria—a snake ring with an emerald head, symbolising her birthstone and their eternal love. This gesture sparked a fascination with snake motifs, which became synonymous with everlasting affection during the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSized as a UK R (US 8.5), this antique treasure is in very good condition, with minor signs of wear commensurate with age. A truly charming example of 19th-century craftsmanship\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48361822060852,"sku":"","price":1200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A2305-2.jpg?v=1732292725"},{"product_id":"vintage-gold-snake-bangle","title":"Vintage Gold Snake Bangle","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis charming vintage bangle, crafted in 18K gold, dates to the 1940s and takes the form of a coiled snake—a symbol of eternity and renewal. The snake's body is delicately engraved with a scale-like texture, adding dimension and realism to its sinuous form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe head is adorned with tiny ruby eyes. The tongue of the box clasp features hallmarks that are now too faded to read, but the gold has been tested to confirm its 18K composition. This hollow gold design allows for a lightweight feel while maintaining an impressive presence, weighing 16.86 grams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe bangle is hinged, ensuring ease of wear, and is further secured with a safety chain. It has an internal diameter of 6.5cm x 5.1cm, making it a comfortable fit for most wrists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCondition: Good overall condition with minor dents commensurate with age. The hidden clasp functions perfectly. A truly lovely example of mid-20th-century craftsmanship!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48365807010100,"sku":"","price":2200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A2398.jpg?v=1732658328"},{"product_id":"victorian-garnet-snake-ring-1","title":"Victorian Garnet Snake Ring","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA striking antique gold snake ring, crafted in Chester in 1920 by the Lewis Brothers (L. Bros Ltd). The design features two intertwined and coiled snakes, their heads set with pear-shaped garnets that represent the \"brains\" of these symbolic creatures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSnake motifs were particularly popular in Victorian jewellery, symbolising eternal love, wisdom, and rebirth. This fascination was inspired by Prince Albert’s gift of a snake engagement ring to Queen Victoria, which made the motif a beloved symbol of devotion during her reign.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCrafted in solid 9K gold with a slightly rosy tint characteristic of the period, the ring weighs 5.96 grams. It measures 4 mm wide at the back and 1 cm north to south at the front. Fully hallmarked with hard-to-find ‘Chester’ city British stamps (the assay office closed in 1962).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe ring is a UK size T (US size 9.5). Together, the garnets total approximately 0.5 carats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn very good and wearable condition, this piece retains its charm and historic significance, with minor signs of age commensurate with its over 100 years of history. A timeless piece, it is perfect for collectors and those seeking a meaningful antique treasure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48369507533108,"sku":"","price":1500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A2485.jpg?v=1732904452"},{"product_id":"vintage-gold-and-diamond-snake-ring","title":"Vintage Gold and Diamond Snake Ring","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis unusual yet remarkable vintage snake ring was crafted in Vienna circa 1930. It captures the intricate artistry and symbolism of serpent jewellery. Made from solid 14K yellow gold, the ring features a coiled snake design with bodily engravings, complete with an extraordinary level of detail in its teeth and tongue—a rare and impressive feature that sets it apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe snake's head is set with a 0.5-carat old-cut diamond, often referred to as its “brain,” with further embellishment provided by tiny diamond-set eyes. The inside of the band itself is engraved with the Latin phrase \u003ci\u003e‘Alius et Idem’\u003c\/i\u003e (\u003ci\u003eAnother One and the Same\u003c\/i\u003e), suggesting the ring may have been a token of love or friendship, symbolising unity or shared identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWeighing 8.58 grams, this ring is a UK size I (US size 4.25) and bears the Austrian 'horse head' hallmark, confirming its 14K gold purity. The symbolism of the snake as a representation of eternity, transformation, and protection enhances the historic appeal of this exceptional piece which remains in excellent condition despite its age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48387153199412,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}]},{"product_id":"vintage-austrian-gold-snake-ring-with-0-5ct-old-cut-diamond-c-1930","title":"Vintage Austrian Diamond Snake Ring","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThis unusual yet remarkable vintage snake ring was crafted in Vienna circa 1930\/1940. It captures the intricate artistry and symbolism of serpent jewellery. Made from solid 14K yellow gold, the ring features a coiled snake design with bodily engravings, complete with an extraordinary level of detail in its teeth and tongue—a rare and impressive feature that sets it apart.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe snake's head is set with a 0.5-carat old-cut diamond, often referred to as its “brain,” with further embellishment provided by tiny diamond-set eyes. The inside of the band itself is engraved with the Latin phrase \u003cem\u003e‘Alius et Idem’\u003c\/em\u003e (\u003cem\u003eAnother One and the Same\u003c\/em\u003e), suggesting the ring may have been a token of love or friendship, symbolising unity or shared identity.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWeighing 8.58 grams, this ring is a UK size I (US size 4.25) and bears the Austrian 'horse head' hallmark, confirming its 14K gold purity. The symbolism of the snake as a representation of eternity, transformation, and protection enhances the historic appeal of this exceptional piece which remains in excellent condition despite its age. \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48388346544436,"sku":"10177","price":1850.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A2712_1438173.jpg?v=1734106871"},{"product_id":"vintage-gold-french-double-headed-diamond-and-garnet-snake-ring-18k","title":"French Diamond and Garnet Snake Ring","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThis striking vintage double-headed snake ring, crafted in 18K gold, was made in Paris in the 1970s. Inspired by 19th-century snake ring designs, it embodies a timeless motif of love and eternity, a symbol cherished in jewellery for centuries.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eEach serpent head is adorned with a gemstone: one set with a fiery garnet, the other with a sparkling 0.2ct diamond. \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eWeighing 5.3 grams, the ring has a comfortable 4mm band width and fits a US size 8.5 (UK size R). The eagle's head hallmark confirms its Parisian origin and 18K gold composition.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCondition: Excellent vintage condition, with gemstones securely set and the gold retaining its rich, warm patina.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48410441744692,"sku":"10196","price":1200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A3066-2_1487407.jpg?v=1736189260"},{"product_id":"antique-french-gold-snake-ring-c-1900","title":"Antique French Gold Snake Ring","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eA rare antique French serpent ring, crafted in solid 18K gold and dating from around 1900. This unusual design features two sculptural snake heads that twist and curve into one another, forming a seamless, double-headed motif.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eSnake rings have symbolised eternal love, protection, and rebirth for centuries—motifs particularly beloved during the Victorian and Belle Époque periods. This French example is stamped with the owl control mark, confirming its 18K gold purity.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe ring measures 7mm at the widest point (front) and tapers to 3mm at the back. It weighs 5.07 grams and is a UK ring size I (US size 4.25).\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCondition: Good, with light surface wear and a lovely patina consistent with age.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eA distinctive and symbolic antique ring with sculptural presence and Parisian charm.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48533478342964,"sku":"1017810029","price":650.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A3969.jpg?v=1743600663"},{"product_id":"antique-victorian-gold-snake-necklace-with-garnet-cabochons-c-1880","title":"Victorian Gold Snake Necklace","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eA striking 19th-century gold snake necklace, crafted in solid 9K gold, dating from around 1870. This dramatic design showcases a beautifully textured snake-link chain, named for its resemblance to a serpent’s sinuous body, culminating in an ornate, sculptural head.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe snake’s ‘brain’ is formed from a large, wine-red garnet cabochon, richly domed and weighting 7cts. Two smaller garnet cabochons, with a slight purplish tint, are set as its piercing eyes. Surrounding the garnets is a delicate gold head with scroll motifs and sharp teeth.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe snake motif, popular in Victorian jewellery since Prince Albert’s engagement ring to Queen Victoria, symbolised eternal love, rebirth, and wisdom. This piece combines those symbolic roots with a bold, tactile design that still feels strikingly modern.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe necklace weighs 19.15 grams and measures 36cm \/ 14” in length (choker-style length). The snake head itself measures 2 x 1.5cm.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eCondition: Excellent antique condition with surface wear consistent with age. The clasp is secure, and all stones are intact.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eA rare and charismatic example of late 19th-century snake jewellery.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48572653732148,"sku":"1017810046","price":3850.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A4281_1832882.jpg?v=1746372812"},{"product_id":"antique-german-serpent-ring-in-rosy-8k-gold-c-1900","title":"Antique Diamond Serpent Ring","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eA charming late-19th to early-20th century serpent ring, made in Germany around 1900 and crafted in rosy 8K gold. Formed as a sinuous, looping snake, the creature’s head is set with a small round diamond of approximately 2 mm, giving the impression - delightfully and quite literally - of a sparkling “brain,” a whimsical touch sometimes encountered in serpent jewels of the period.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe ring carries the German \u003cstrong\u003e333\u003c\/strong\u003e hallmark for 8K gold together with a maker’s monogram struck inside the band, confirming its origin. Light and comfortable on the hand at 1.97 g, it sits as a slender coil that wraps twice before resolving into the stylised head. It is sized at \u003cstrong\u003eUK P½ \/ US 7.75\u003c\/strong\u003e and remains in good antique condition.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eSerpent rings have held symbolic meaning for millennia - eternal love, protection, wisdom - and in the late 19th century saw a great revival across Europe. This German example captures that tradition with an understated elegance: warm gold, a subtle glint of diamond, and a beautifully fluid sculptural line.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48961036484916,"sku":"1017810196","price":1200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A6983.jpg?v=1765030237"},{"product_id":"victorian-18k-gold-rose-cut-diamond-snake-ring-england-c-1870","title":"Victorian Diamond Snake Ring","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eA striking late Victorian snake ring, made in England around 1870. The ring is crafted in rich 18K gold and designed as a coiled serpent, its sinuous body set with nineteen rose cut diamonds in foiled closed-back settings that are entirely characteristic of the period. Two tiny ruby eyes animate the head and reinforce the Victorian fascination with serpents, a motif that surged in popularity after Prince Albert presented Queen Victoria with a snake engagement ring in 1839. The serpent came to symbolise eternal love, fidelity and protection, making such jewels highly sentimental gifts.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe present example is particularly expressive, with a pronounced coiling form that wraps gracefully across the finger and provides generous diamond coverage, measuring 6 mm across the band. The central head stone (known in the trade as the ‘brain’ of the snake) is a well-shaped rose cut of approximately 4 x 4 mm, framed by the glittering array of smaller stones that follow the curve of the body. The ring is unmarked but tests as 18K gold and has the warm, softly patinated surface.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eUK size P, US size 7.5. Weight 6.2 g. A charismatic survivor of high Victorian sentimental jewellery.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48963123446068,"sku":"1017810201","price":2450.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A6886.jpg?v=1765305967"},{"product_id":"edwardian-18k-gold-diamond-snake-ring-chester-1913","title":"Edwardianischer Schlangenring mit Diamanten","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eEin eindrucksvoller und kräftiger edwardianischer Schlangenring, gefertigt 1913 in Chester und vollständig gepunzt für 18K Gold. Der Ring beeindruckt durch Größe und Gewicht, mit einer breiten, kühn modellierten Schiene, die ihm an der Hand große Präsenz verleiht.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eDas Design zeigt eine eingerollte Schlange, deren Körper aus glattem, poliertem Gold gegliedert und entlang des Rückens mit einer abgestuften Reihe von Diamanten im Altschliff besetzt ist. Diese setzt sich zum Kopf hin fort und gipfelt in einem größeren zentralen Diamanten, der das „Gehirn“ der Schlange bildet und etwa 3mm im Durchmesser misst. \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eDie Schiene ist hinten etwa 11mm breit und bietet eine großzügige Fläche und eine selbstbewusste Silhouette. Innen ist von Hand das Datum ‚25\/9‘ eingraviert, wohl zur Erinnerung an ein bedeutsames persönliches Ereignis – ein häufiges und reizvolles Merkmal des Schmucks jener Zeit. Die Meistermarke ‚J.G‘ ist vorhanden, zusammen mit dem Chester-Beschauzeichen und dem Jahresbuchstaben für 1913.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eMit stattlichen 10.42 Gramm ist dies ein robustes, tragbares Beispiel des zeitlosen Schlangenmotivs, eines Symbols für Ewigkeit, Schutz und Wiedergeburt, das bis weit ins frühe 20. Jahrhundert beliebt blieb.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eRinggröße UK V; US 10.5.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eInsgesamt ausgezeichneter Zustand mit nur leichten altersgemäßen Tragespuren.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eMit Echtheitszertifikat (Certificate of Authenticity). Kostenloser, versicherter Versand per DHL Express aus London. Ringe passen wir, wo möglich, kostenlos in der Größe an. Je nach Land können Einfuhrabgaben und Steuern anfallen.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48982696362292,"sku":"1017810219","price":2300.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A7249.jpg?v=1766439697"},{"product_id":"vintage-french-18k-gold-snake-ring-paris-c-1960s","title":"Vintage französischer Schlangenring","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eEin wundervoll skulptierter französischer Vintage-Schlangenring, gefertigt in Paris in den 1960er Jahren aus massivem 18K Gold. Im Mittelpunkt steht eine eingerollte Schlange, deren Körper sich geschmeidig um den Finger windet – kühn und doch fließend in der Form, mit einer reizvollen Bewegtheit, wie sie für die französische Goldschmiedekunst der Jahrhundertmitte typisch ist.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eDer Kopf der Schlange ist fein modelliert und mit kleinen Rubinaugen besetzt, die dem warmen Gold einen lebhaften Farbakzent verleihen. Bemerkenswert ist das geöffnete Maul mit sichtbaren Giftzähnen; ein weit seltener anzutreffendes Detail, das dem Stück einen markanten, leicht bedrohlichen Charakter gibt. \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eDer Ring liegt mit 6.18 Gramm satt in der Hand und trägt sich angenehm. Er ist mit der französischen Adlerkopf-Punze gestempelt, die einen Mindestfeingehalt von 18K Gold bestätigt, sowie mit weiteren Meistermarken. In sehr gutem Zustand angeboten, ist er eine selbstbewusste und charaktervolle Interpretation des klassischen Schlangenmotivs, gesehen durch eine unverkennbar Pariser Linse der Jahrhundertmitte.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eRinggröße: US 6.25; UK M.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eGewicht: 6.18g.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eMit Echtheitszertifikat (Certificate of Authenticity). Kostenloser, versicherter Versand per DHL Express aus London. Ringe passen wir, wo möglich, kostenlos in der Größe an. Je nach Land können Einfuhrabgaben und Steuern anfallen.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48986650116404,"sku":"1017810225","price":1900.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A7517_3c064d9f-7e3c-453f-9a9b-04cccd18a4f4.jpg?v=1767109839"},{"product_id":"antique-french-18k-gold-snake","title":"Antique Garnet Snake Ring","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eA refined late 19th-century French snake ring, made in Paris circa 1890 and crafted in high-karat 18K gold. A single serpent coils sinuously around the finger, its body looping back on itself in a continuous, fluid line typical of late Victorian symbolism and Parisian goldsmithing.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe snake’s head is subtly modelled and set with a round-cut garnet, positioned as the “brain”, a convention frequently seen in period serpent jewels. The garnet provides a rich point of colour against the warm tone of the gold, enlivening the composition without overwhelming it. The surface of the gold retains a pleasing softness, with gentle wear consistent with age.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eSnake jewellery enjoyed particular popularity during the Victorian era, where the motif was associated with eternity, renewal, and enduring affection.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe ring weighs 2.22 grams and is formed entirely in 18K gold. It is sized UK L, US 5.75. The hoop is stamped with a French “tête d’aigle’ (eagle head’ hallmark indicating it was made in Paris, with 18K gold.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eA charming and understated example of late 19th-century Parisian serpent jewellery.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48986650149172,"sku":"1017810224","price":1400.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A7502_c70f0593-86c9-4941-be77-61eb41b6cb28.jpg?v=1767109912"},{"product_id":"antique-belle-epoque-french-double-headed-snake-ring-18k-gold-sapphire","title":"Belle-Époque-Schlangenring","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eEin klassischer französischer Schlangenring aus der Belle Époque, gefertigt von den Juwelieren Gillio \u0026amp; Callarotti in Paris, um 1910. Der Ring ist als zwei ineinander verschlungene Schlangen gestaltet, deren Körper mit gravierten Schuppen reich strukturiert sind; ihre Köpfe treffen sich in der Mitte zu einer ausgewogenen, skulpturalen Komposition, wie sie für den naturalistischen Schmuck jener Zeit typisch ist.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eJeder Schlangenkopf ist mit einem Edelstein besetzt: der eine mit einem tiefblauen Saphir, der andere mit einem strahlend weißen Diamanten, beide mit einem Durchmesser von etwa 3mm. Schlangenringe waren in Frankreich vom späten 19. bis ins frühe 20. Jahrhundert besonders beliebt und wurden sowohl als sentimentale Schmuckstücke als auch als modisches Statement getragen.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eDer aus massivem 18K Gold gefertigte Ring hat ein angenehmes Gewicht von 6.46 Gramm, und die gravierten Oberflächen sind hervorragend scharf erhalten. Er trägt die französische Adlerkopf-Punze, die Pariser Herstellung und einen Feingehalt von 18K belegt, sowie eine rautenförmige Herstellermarke (G \u0026amp; C mit Lilie) für Gillio \u0026amp; Callarotti. Der Ring befindet sich in sehr gutem Zustand; Fassung und Steine sind tadellos.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eRinggröße UK M 1\/2; US 6.5.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eMaterialien: 18K Gold, Saphir, Diamant.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eGewicht: 6.46g.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eHerkunft: Paris, Frankreich.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eDatierung: um 1910.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eMit Echtheitszertifikat (Certificate of Authenticity). Kostenloser, versicherter Versand per DHL Express aus London. Ringe passen wir, wo möglich, kostenlos in der Größe an. Je nach Land können Einfuhrabgaben und Steuern anfallen.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48986650214708,"sku":"1017810223","price":2150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A7481.jpg?v=1767109393"},{"product_id":"antique-victorian-french-snake-ring-with-diamond-head-c-1870","title":"Victorian Diamond Snake Ring","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eA beautifully sculptural antique snake ring, made in France circa 1870, and crafted in solid 18K gold. The serpent coils fluidly around the finger, its body partially engraved, while the tail wraps back upon itself in a continuous, unbroken form.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe snake’s head is set with an antique cushion-cut diamond of approximately 0.30 carats, often referred to in period descriptions as the snake’s diamond ‘brain’ due to its placement and softly domed, organic faceting.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eSnake jewellery experienced a powerful revival during the Victorian period, particularly after Prince Albert presented Queen Victoria with a snake engagement ring set with an emerald, her birthstone. In the nineteenth century, the serpent was widely understood as a symbol of eternity, wisdom, renewal, and everlasting love. Such rings were worn by both men and women, and examples appear in portraiture of the period, including one of King George IV in a portrait by Sir Thomas Lawrence in the Wallace Collection..\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eA closely related ring is held in the Victoria and Albert Museum, London, underscoring the historical and stylistic importance of this design.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe ring bears the French horse’s head hallmark indicating 18K gold, along with a maker’s lozenge, consistent with French manufacture of the period.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe ring weighs 3.8 grams. Ring size is UK N, US 6.5. The band measures approximately 5mm at the back. Overall condition is very good, with light surface wear consistent with age and use, and no structural issues.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48991087984948,"sku":"1017810233","price":2450.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A7661_e4f86dfa-af97-49eb-8c59-6cd1f13ae2b7.jpg?v=1767814358"},{"product_id":"antique-english-serpent-snake-ring-in-9k-gold-chester-1918","title":"Antique Garnet Serpent Ring","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eA charming early 20th-century serpent ring, made in Chester, England, and hallmarked for the year 1918. Crafted in warm, rosy 9K gold, the ring is formed as a sinuous, looping snake, its body wrapping fluidly around the finger in a continuous sculptural line.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe serpent’s head is set with a small round garnet measuring approximately 3 mm, positioned as the “brain” of the snake; a whimsical detail frequently encountered in serpent jewellery of the late Victorian and Edwardian eras. \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eSerpent rings have carried symbolic meaning for millennia, associated with eternity, protection, wisdom, and enduring love. The form is fluid and balanced, with a pleasing weight and a comfortable profile, making it eminently wearable while retaining its historic character.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eHallmarked to the interior for Chester and 9K gold, the ring is a quietly expressive piece of early 20th-century English jewellery, full of charm and symbolism.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eWeight; 2.65g\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eSize; UK O, US 7.25\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eBand width; approximately 5 mm\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCondition; good antique condition, with light surface wear consistent with age and no structural issues\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48998374932788,"sku":"1017810237","price":700.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A7820_cebb8a8a-6e1e-4fff-89ad-84b47a158e81.jpg?v=1768588913"},{"product_id":"antique-french-snake-ring-with-sapphire-eye-18k-gold-c-1890","title":"Antique Sapphire Snake Ring","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eA striking late 19th-century French snake ring, modelled as a serpent coiled around the finger and set to the head with a vivid royal-blue antique cushion-cut sapphire, approximately 0.35 carats. In the jewellery trade this central stone is traditionally referred to as the “brain of the snake”; its intense blue tone contrasts beautifully with the warm, rosy hue of the 18K gold mount, while the eyes are picked out in green paste, giving sharp definition and character to the head. The sapphire is secured in a raised rub-over bezel with an open back, allowing light to pass through the stone and making it easy to clean; the head and tail are further enriched with crisp ornamental engraving along the coils.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eSnake jewellery has been worn for thousands of years, from ancient Egypt, where serpents symbolised divine protection, through Greece and Rome, where they were used as talismans and emblems of eternity and renewal. By the 19th century the motif took on a powerful romantic meaning, especially after 1839, when Queen Victoria was proposed to by Prince Albert with a snake engagement ring. From that moment onward, snake rings became enduring symbols of eternal love and commitment in the Victorian period; this example dates squarely to that era and would most likely have been worn as a romantic or betrothal ring.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eFrench owl control mark for 18K gold; also tests as 18K.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eRing size UK L; US 5.75. Weight 2.93 grams. Measures approximately 7mm wide at the back and 12mm wide at the front, giving generous coverage across the finger.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49026130542900,"sku":"1017810251","price":2200.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A8050_512b8378-df33-4d62-9c9b-a0db3c60611c.jpg?v=1770143080"},{"product_id":"antique-french-snake-bangle-in-18k-gold-with-spinel-and-seed-pearls-c-1880","title":"Antiker französischer Schlangenarmreif","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eEin eindrucksvoller antiker französischer Schlangenarmreif um 1880, gefertigt aus sattem, roséfarbenem 18K Gold. Der Scharnierarmreif ist auf der Vorderseite mit einer Schlange verziert, die sich um eine runde Gruppe von Saatperlen windet; ihr Kopf ist mit einem hellblauen Spinell besetzt. Das zarte Blau des Spinells kontrastiert wunderschön mit der Wärme des Goldes und dem sanften Lüster der Perlen. Der Armreif ist kräftig und selbstbewusst gearbeitet, mit angenehmem Gewicht und starker Präsenz am Handgelenk, und besitzt noch seine originale Sicherheitskette. Er trägt die französische Eulen-Kontrollpunze und wurde als massives 18K Gold getestet.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eSchlangenschmuck wird seit Jahrtausenden getragen, vom alten Ägypten und Griechenland bis nach Rom, wo die Schlange für Schutz, Wiedergeburt und Ewigkeit stand. Im 19. Jahrhundert erhielt das Motiv eine neue romantische Bedeutung, nachdem der berühmte, als Schlange gestaltete Verlobungsring von Königin Victoria es als Symbol ewiger Liebe und Treue gefestigt hatte. Saatperlen, häufig im sentimentalen viktorianischen Schmuck verwendet, unterstrichen diese Themen und standen für Hingabe und beständige Verbundenheit.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eDer Armreif ist etwa 12mm breit, hat einen Innendurchmesser von 6.2 × 4.8cm und wiegt 15.5 Gramm. Leichte altersbedingte und tragebedingte Dellen verleihen dem Stück Charakter, ohne seine Substanz zu beeinträchtigen.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eEin wunderschön erhaltenes und stimmungsvolles Beispiel viktorianischen Schlangenschmucks, das antike Symbolik mit der romantischen Empfindsamkeit des 19. Jahrhunderts vereint.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eMit Echtheitszertifikat (Certificate of Authenticity). Kostenloser, versicherter Versand per DHL Express aus London. Je nach Land können Einfuhrabgaben und Steuern anfallen.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49027184951604,"sku":"1017810252","price":2750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A8147.jpg?v=1770143158"},{"product_id":"vintage-german-gold-snake-ring-with-diamond-garnet-and-spinel-circa-1980s","title":"Vintage-Schlangenring mit Diamant","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eEin eindrucksvoller Vintage-Schlangenring, gefertigt in Deutschland in der zweiten Hälfte des 20. Jahrhunderts, in den 1980er Jahren. Der Ring ist aus 18K Gold gearbeitet und als sanft gewundene Schlange gestaltet, deren Körper elegant modelliert ist – mit einer fließenden, skulpturalen Qualität, wie sie für das Schmuckdesign der Spätmoderne typisch ist.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eDer Kopf der Schlange ist mit einem strahlend weißen Diamanten im Rundschliff besetzt, mittig platziert und bei Schlangenschmuck oft als „Gehirn“-Diamant bezeichnet, der dem Stück sowohl Funkeln als auch einen symbolischen Mittelpunkt verleiht. Die Augen sind mit roten Edelsteinen besetzt: das eine mit einem Granat-Cabochon, das andere mit einem rund geschliffenen Spinell – eine Asymmetrie, die dem Ausdruck der Schlange zusätzlichen Reiz und Tiefe gibt.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eDer Ring wiegt 6.71 Gramm und ist mit 18K \/ 750 gestempelt, was den Feingehalt bestätigt. Der Diamant hat einen Durchmesser von etwa 3 mm, während sich die Ringschiene hinten sanft auf etwa 4 mm verjüngt, sodass der Ring trotz seiner skulpturalen Präsenz vorne angenehm zu tragen ist. Größe UK P 1\/2, US 7.75.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eDer Ring befindet sich in gutem Vintage-Zustand, mit nur leichten altersgemäßen Tragespuren. Ein ausdrucksstarkes und gut tragbares Beispiel für Schlangenschmuck des späten 20. Jahrhunderts, das klassische Symbolik mit selbstbewusster, moderner Ausführung verbindet.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eMit Echtheitszertifikat (Certificate of Authenticity). Kostenloser, versicherter Versand per DHL Express aus London. Ringe passen wir, wo möglich, kostenlos in der Größe an. Je nach Land können Einfuhrabgaben und Steuern anfallen.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49037692371252,"sku":"1017810258","price":1950.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A8066.jpg?v=1770635716"},{"product_id":"victorian-gold-snake-ring-antique-diamond-serpent-cushion-cut-engagement-ring","title":"Viktorianischer Schlangenring mit Diamant","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eEin hervorragender antiker Schlangenring, gefertigt in Frankreich um 1870 aus massivem 18K Gold. Die Schlange windet sich fließend um den Finger.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDer Kopf der Schlange ist mit einem antiken, quadratischen Diamanten im Altminenschliff von etwa 0.35 Karat besetzt, in zeitgenössischen Beschreibungen wegen seiner Position und seiner sanft gewölbten, organischen Facettierung oft als „Gehirn“ der Schlange bezeichnet. Der Stein ist sicher gefasst und sitzt ganz natürlich im Kopf. Der Diamant ist besonders hell und von schöner Reinheit, mit herrlichen antiken Facetten und einer gut proportionierten offenen Kalette.  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eSchlangenschmuck erlebte in viktorianischer Zeit eine kraftvolle Renaissance, vor allem nachdem Prinz Albert Königin Victoria einen Verlobungsring in Schlangenform mit einem Smaragd, ihrem Geburtsstein, geschenkt hatte. Im 19. Jahrhundert galt die Schlange weithin als Symbol für Ewigkeit, Weisheit, Erneuerung und immerwährende Liebe; ihre kreisrunde Form ohne Anfang und Ende machte sie in romantischem Schmuck und Gedenkschmuck besonders bedeutungsvoll. Solche Ringe wurden von Männern wie Frauen getragen, und Beispiele finden sich auf Porträts jener Zeit, darunter Darstellungen König Georgs IV. – siehe das Porträt von Sir Thomas Lawrence in der Wallace Collection.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eEin eng verwandtes Stück befindet sich im Victoria and Albert Museum in London, was die historische und stilistische Bedeutung dieses Entwurfs in der Schmuckkunst des 19. Jahrhunderts unterstreicht.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eDer Ring trägt eine französische Kontrollpunze für 18K Gold. Er hat ein sehr angenehmes Gewicht von 8.81 Gramm und ist hinten an der Ringschiene 8mm breit. Ringgröße UK J 1\/2, US 5. Der Gesamtzustand ist sehr gut, mit leichten alters- und tragebedingten Oberflächenspuren und ohne strukturelle Mängel. Ohne Zweifel einer der schönsten Schlangenringe, die uns je durch die Hände gegangen sind. \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eMit Echtheitszertifikat (Certificate of Authenticity). Kostenloser, versicherter Versand per DHL Express aus London. Ringe passen wir, wo möglich, kostenlos in der Größe an. Je nach Land können Einfuhrabgaben und Steuern anfallen.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ravensbury Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49061727142196,"sku":"1017810270","price":2650.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0708\/6784\/5428\/files\/0G2A8449_55b0af24-2ece-43e8-b9a9-aff58ea7ae58.jpg?v=1773354539"},{"product_id":"edwardian-18k-gold-sapphire-diamond-snake-ring-london-1902","title":"Edwardianischer Schlangenring mit Saphir \u0026 Diamant","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eEin feiner \u003cstrong\u003eantiker englischer Schlangenring\u003c\/strong\u003e, vollständig gepunzt für London 1902 und aus 18K Gold gefertigt.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eDer Ring ist als zusammengerollte Schlange gestaltet, deren Körper sich in drei sanft modellierten Windungen um den Finger legt. Der Kopf ist mit einem kleinen \u003cstrong\u003eblauen Saphir und einem Diamanten\u003c\/strong\u003e besetzt, die wie juwelenbesetzte Zeichnungen auf dem Schlangenkopf sitzen.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eSchlangenschmuck blieb bis in die edwardianische Zeit hinein äußerst beliebt, nachdem er in der viktorianischen Ära eng mit Ewigkeit, Hingabe und beständiger Liebe verbunden worden war.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eDieses Exemplar besticht durch ein besonders klares, gut tragbares Design: Der Schlangenkopf erwächst ganz natürlich aus dem geschichteten Goldkörper, statt markant darüber zu thronen.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e UK-Größe J½ \/ US-Größe 5\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e Gewicht: 2.14g\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e Ca. 4mm breit\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e Sehr guter antiker Zustand\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eMit Echtheitszertifikat (Certificate of Authenticity). 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