Victorian 18k Gold Snake Ring mourning jewellery peridot and spinel

peridot and spinel

London 1823

who was murdered by members of the Senate

Stuart Crystal (Rock crystal)

with green leaves and yellow centres - the level of detail is superb

Victorian 18k Gold Snake Ring mourning jewellery peridot and spinelDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 A cool antique snake ring modelled in 18k gold. It's unusual, it's a great shape, and the face is particularly well formed. It dates from the latter half of the 19th Century, and has developed a gorgeous antique patina over the years. MEASUREMENTS 1. 7cm at widest point Width of band: 2. 5mm WEIGHT 9. 3g MARKS No marks present, tests as 18k gold CONDITION Very good, some general wear rubbing to the gold commensurate with age