Antique gold and platinum double snake ring with ruby and diamond

Antique gold and platinum double snake ring with ruby and diamond

An antique gold and platinum ring comprised of two unique interlocking rings in the form of serpents, one in platinum with a diamond-set head and one in 18k gold with a ruby-set head. Atw diamond 0.39 ct.

Serpent jewelry is a perennial theme. The motif reached a feverish level of popularity after Prince Albert
gave a snake engagement ring to Queen Victoria. The snake in this
case signified eternal love. But snake jewelry dates back to ancient times. For the Egyptians, the creature represented royalty and the divine; for the Greeks, the full circle formed by a serpent eating its tail - the ouroboros, which literally means "tail-devourer" - evoked the circle of life. Snake jewelry continues to make a striking statement, and many pieces feature eyes and
foreheads encrusted with gemstones, as seen in this symbolically rich example.

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  • Current size6 1/2
  • Circa1905
  • MaterialsDiamond, ruby, platinum, 18k gold
  • Dimensionstop center approximately 5/8" wide
  • Weight13.2 grams
  • SKUZ30958