Victorian, 18ct yellow gold, diamond snake ring 17-800s

Victorian, 18ct yellow gold, diamond snake ring 17-800sThis ring is sold, sorry. See similar rings: Metal: gold rings, yellow gold rings Gems: diamond rings Type of ring: Victorian rings Diamond set snake ring, circa 1890. Set with a bright old mine cut diamond to the head of the snake with two further diamonds set to resemble eyes, this whimsical ring is both charming and practical to wear. The ring covers the finger like a snake coiling around a tree branch, its an incredibly effective piece. It is

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An excellent statement ring

Marks Stamped with British hallmarks for 18 carat gold

The result of all this meticulous cutting and setting is a seamless blue surface

platinum Marks None Date Of Manufacture 1900 - 1915 Period Of Manufacture Edwardian Condition Very good Signs Of Wear Very minor wear to mount commensurate with age Band Size UK N / US 6

The elaborate metalwork is continued with the ornately pierced gallery

The claw setting is simple and effective

Width of setting at front: 20mm x 10mm