{"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":"Anello serpente edoardiano con diamanti","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eUn anello serpente edoardiano di grande impatto e sostanza, realizzato a Chester nel 1913 e interamente punzonato per l’oro 18K. L’anello colpisce per dimensioni e peso, con un ampio gambo dal modellato deciso che gli conferisce un’eccellente presenza alla mano.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eIl disegno raffigura un serpente avvolto, dal corpo articolato in oro liscio e lucido, incastonato lungo il dorso con una fila graduata di diamanti taglio antico. La fila prosegue verso la testa e culmina in un diamante centrale più grande che forma il “cervello” del serpente, di circa 3mm di diametro. \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eLa fascia misura circa 11mm di larghezza sul retro, offrendo un’ampia copertura e una silhouette sicura. L’interno è inciso a mano con la data ‘25\/9’, probabilmente a ricordo di un evento personale significativo, un dettaglio comune e affascinante nei gioielli di quest’epoca. È presente il marchio dell’orafo ‘J.G’, insieme al punzone del saggio di Chester e alla lettera datario del 1913.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCon un peso importante di 10.42 grammi, è un esempio robusto e indossabile dell’intramontabile motivo del serpente, simbolo di eternità, protezione e rinascita, rimasto in voga fino a inoltrato primo Novecento.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eMisura UK V; US 10.5.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eCondizioni complessivamente eccellenti, con solo una lieve usura dovuta all’età.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eAccompagnato da certificato di autenticità (Certificate of Authenticity). Spedizione gratuita e assicurata da Londra con DHL Express. Per gli anelli offriamo, ove possibile, il ridimensionamento gratuito. In base alle normative del proprio Paese possono essere applicati dazi e imposte di importazione.\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":"Anello serpente francese vintage","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eUn anello serpente francese vintage splendidamente scolpito, realizzato a Parigi negli anni Sessanta in oro 18K massiccio. Il disegno ruota attorno a un serpente avvolto il cui corpo si snoda sinuoso intorno al dito, in una forma audace eppure fluida, con un piacevole senso di movimento tipico dell’oreficeria francese di metà Novecento.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eLa testa del serpente è finemente modellata e incastonata con piccoli occhi di rubino, che accendono l’oro caldo con un vivace lampo di colore. Da notare la bocca aperta con le zanne in vista; un dettaglio molto meno comune che conferisce al pezzo un carattere deciso, leggermente minaccioso. \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eL’anello ha una piacevole consistenza, con un peso di 6.18 grammi, e calza comodamente. Reca il punzone francese della testa d’aquila, che attesta un titolo minimo di oro 18K, oltre ad altri marchi dell’orafo. Offerto in ottime condizioni, è un’interpretazione sicura e ricca di carattere del classico motivo del serpente, vista attraverso una lente decisamente parigina di metà secolo.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eMisura: US 6.25; UK M.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003ePeso: 6.18g.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eAccompagnato da certificato di autenticità (Certificate of Authenticity). Spedizione gratuita e assicurata da Londra con DHL Express. Per gli anelli offriamo, ove possibile, il ridimensionamento gratuito. In base alle normative del proprio Paese possono essere applicati dazi e imposte di importazione.\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":"Anello serpente Belle Époque","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eUn classico anello serpente francese della Belle Époque, realizzato dai gioiellieri Gillio \u0026amp; Callarotti a Parigi intorno al 1910. L'anello è composto da due serpenti intrecciati, dai corpi riccamente lavorati con squame incise, le cui teste si incontrano al centro in una composizione equilibrata e scultorea, tipica della gioielleria naturalistica dell'epoca.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eLa testa di ciascun serpente è incastonata con una gemma: l'una con uno zaffiro di un blu intenso, l'altra con un diamante di un bianco brillante, entrambi di circa 3mm di diametro. Gli anelli serpente godettero di particolare fortuna in Francia tra la fine del XIX e l'inizio del XX secolo, indossati sia come gioielli sentimentali sia come affermazione di stile.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eRealizzato in oro 18K massiccio, l'anello ha un piacevole peso di 6.46 grammi e conserva un'eccellente nitidezza delle superfici incise. Reca il punzone francese con testa d'aquila, che attesta la manifattura parigina e il titolo dell'oro a 18K, oltre a un marchio del fabbricante a losanga (G \u0026amp; C con giglio) di Gillio \u0026amp; Callarotti. L'anello è in ottime condizioni, senza alcun problema all'incastonatura o alle pietre.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eMisura anello UK M 1\/2; US 6.5.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eMateriali: oro 18K, zaffiro, diamante.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003ePeso: 6.46g.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eProvenienza: Parigi, Francia.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eDatazione: circa 1910.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eAccompagnato da certificato di autenticità (Certificate of Authenticity). Spedizione gratuita e assicurata da Londra con DHL Express. Per gli anelli offriamo, ove possibile, il ridimensionamento gratuito. In base alle normative del proprio Paese possono essere applicati dazi e imposte di importazione.\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":"Bracciale rigido serpente francese antico","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eUn sorprendente bracciale rigido francese antico a serpente, databile intorno al 1880, realizzato in un caldo oro 18K dai riflessi rosati. Il bracciale, apribile a cerniera, è decorato sul davanti da un serpente avvolto attorno a un grappolo circolare di perline, con la testa incastonata da uno spinello azzurro pallido. Il tenue blu dello spinello contrasta splendidamente con il calore dell'oro e la morbida lucentezza delle perle. Il bracciale è importante e realizzato con sicurezza, dal peso piacevole e di grande presenza al polso, e conserva la catenella di sicurezza originale. Reca il punzone di controllo francese con la civetta ed è stato testato come oro 18K massiccio.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eI gioielli a forma di serpente si indossano da millenni, dall'antico Egitto e dalla Grecia fino a Roma, dove il serpente simboleggiava protezione, rinascita ed eternità. Nell'Ottocento il motivo acquisì un rinnovato significato romantico dopo che il celebre anello di fidanzamento della regina Vittoria, disegnato proprio a forma di serpente, lo consacrò a simbolo di amore eterno e di fedeltà. Le perline, molto usate nella gioielleria sentimentale vittoriana, rafforzavano questi temi, evocando devozione e legami duraturi.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eIl bracciale misura circa 12mm di larghezza, con un diametro interno di 6.2 × 4.8cm, e pesa 15.5 grammi. Presenta lievi ammaccature compatibili con l'età e l'uso, che aggiungono carattere al pezzo senza comprometterne l'integrità.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eUn esempio splendidamente conservato ed evocativo di gioielleria vittoriana a serpente, che unisce un simbolismo antichissimo al sentimento romantico dell'Ottocento.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eAccompagnato da certificato di autenticità (Certificate of Authenticity). Spedizione gratuita e assicurata da Londra con DHL Express. In base alle normative del proprio Paese possono essere applicati dazi e imposte di importazione.\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":"Anello serpente vintage con diamante","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eUn sorprendente anello serpente vintage realizzato in Germania nella seconda metà del Novecento, negli anni Ottanta. L'anello è in oro 18K e ha la forma di un serpente dalle spire morbide, con il corpo elegantemente modellato secondo una qualità fluida e scultorea tipica del design orafo tardo-modernista.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eLa testa del serpente è incastonata con un brillante diamante bianco taglio rotondo, posto al centro e spesso chiamato diamante “cervello” nella gioielleria a serpente, che conferisce al pezzo sia luce sia un fulcro simbolico. Gli occhi sono incastonati con gemme rosse: uno con un granato cabochon e l'altro con uno spinello taglio rotondo, un'asimmetria che aggiunge interesse visivo e profondità all'espressione del serpente.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eL'anello pesa 6.71 grammi ed è marcato 18K \/ 750, a conferma del titolo dell'oro. Il diamante misura circa 3 mm di diametro, mentre il gambo si assottiglia dolcemente fino a circa 4 mm sul retro, garantendo una piacevole indossabilità nonostante la presenza scultorea sul davanti. Misura UK P 1\/2, US 7.75.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eL'anello è in buone condizioni vintage, con solo lievi segni d'uso compatibili con l'età. Un esempio audace e portabile di gioielleria a serpente del tardo Novecento, che unisce simbolismo classico ed esecuzione moderna e sicura.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eAccompagnato da certificato di autenticità (Certificate of Authenticity). Spedizione gratuita e assicurata da Londra con DHL Express. Per gli anelli offriamo, ove possibile, il ridimensionamento gratuito. 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Il serpente si avvolge con fluidità attorno al dito.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eLa testa del serpente è incastonata con un antico diamante squadrato taglio old mine di circa 0.35 carati, spesso definito nelle descrizioni d'epoca il “cervello” del serpente per la sua posizione e la sua sfaccettatura organica, dolcemente bombata. La pietra è saldamente incastonata e si inserisce con naturalezza nella testa. Il diamante è particolarmente luminoso, con una bella purezza, splendide faccette antiche e un'apertura della culetta di buone dimensioni.  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eI gioielli a serpente conobbero un forte ritorno in epoca vittoriana, in particolare dopo che il principe Alberto donò alla regina Vittoria un anello di fidanzamento a forma di serpente con uno smeraldo, la sua pietra natale. Nell'Ottocento il serpente era largamente inteso come simbolo di eternità, saggezza, rinnovamento e amore eterno; la sua forma circolare, senza inizio né fine, lo rendeva particolarmente significativo nei gioielli romantici e commemorativi. Questi anelli erano portati sia da uomini sia da donne, e se ne trovano esempi nella ritrattistica dell'epoca, comprese le raffigurazioni di re Giorgio IV; si veda il ritratto di Sir Thomas Lawrence alla Wallace Collection.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eUn esemplare strettamente affine è conservato al Victoria and Albert Museum di Londra, a sottolineare l'importanza storica e stilistica di questo modello nella gioielleria ottocentesca.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eL'anello reca un punzone di controllo francese che indica l'oro 18K. Ha un peso molto piacevole di 8.81 grammi e misura 8mm di larghezza sul retro della fascia. Misura anello UK J 1\/2, US 5. Le condizioni generali sono ottime, con lievi segni d'uso superficiali compatibili con l'età e l'uso, e nessun problema strutturale. È senza dubbio uno dei migliori anelli serpente che siano passati per le nostre mani. \u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eAccompagnato da certificato di autenticità (Certificate of Authenticity). Spedizione gratuita e assicurata da Londra con DHL Express. Per gli anelli offriamo, ove possibile, il ridimensionamento gratuito. 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