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Book Your AppointmentA stunning 18ct75% pure gold (or 750 parts pure gold and 250 parts other metals) gold snake necklace that was made circa 1860. His head has been set with rose diamonds and his eyes have been set with rubies. His articulatedIn jewellery, an articulated piece is composed of segments with flexible connections. body is entirely covered with 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. in rub over settings. The long tongue clasp slides in to his mouth so when worn it appears that he is eating his tail. The ouroboros is an ancient symbol of a snake eating its own tail, representing the cycle of death and rebirth.
The word “ouroboros” comes from a Greek word meaning “tail-devourer”. The symbol has been used in many cultures.
This necklace looks amazing when worn. We also have a snake bracelet that closely matches it.
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