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Find Out MoreA rare 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) More gold double snake ring that was made circa 1880 and is most likely of German or Austrian origin. It consists of two bands that link together in a puzzle design. The snakes tails have been set with tiny graduated turquoiseTurquoise is an opaque gem and is often formed in what is called matrix, a black or brown veining derived from the host rock in which the gem forms. In fine jewellery, unblemished sky blue turquoise is the ideal, although regularly patterned matrix turquoise is also sought-after. More and the backs of the heads have been set with naturalA natural stone is called such because it has not been subjected to any treatments. More split pearls. The eyes are cabochonA polished, not faceted, dome shaped stone - either round or oval with a flat polished base, primarily used as a cut for phenomenal stones such as cat's eyes and stars.
More garnets. 19th Century jewellery was full of secret meanings. The two snakes are a symbol of eternal love that unites two people. The use of turquoise means “Forget me not” after the flower of the same name. This ring cannot be resized.
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Such a rare ring!
Buying antique jewellery is both ethical and eco-friendly as harmful and destructive mining processes are not needed to make an item yours. So give yourself a pat on the back!
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