This stunning, fine and impressive antique snake ring has been crafted in 18ct rose gold.
This rose gold ring been modelled in the form of a coiled snake*.
The serpents' head is ornamented with a stunning feature 0.73ct cushion cut diamond.
The head is further embellished with two impressive pavé set rubies comprising the eyes, in addition to a textured finish replicating the creature's scales.
The fine and impressive, broad combination shoulders and triple-stranded shank of this diamond ring are comprised from the coiled body of the snake, with the tail paralleling the serpent's head to the anterior surface.
The outer surface of the shank is hallmarked with the French maker's mark and the 18ct gold mark (eagle's head).
This diamond snake ring in rose gold is supplied with an IDGL diamond grading report certificate for the feature stone, in addition to an IDGL gemstone grading report card for the rubies.
Such examples of snake jewellery, incorporating a larger Old Cushion cut diamond, are becoming increasingly difficult to locate.
NOTE* Snakes were a universally popular expression of eternal love or a powerful symbol of wisdom.
Date: Circa 1910
