While an unusual design for a ring, the snake or serpent design has been around in jewellery as far back as Roman times and after Prince Albert presented Queen Victoria with a snake ring for an engagement ring, this resulted in a massive popularity for the design, and here is a very beautiful antique snake ring set with a ruby and diamond.
Made in 18 carat yellow gold in Chester in 1900, the ring measures 12.5mm wide at the top and tapers down to 6mm wide at the back and the ring has such a smooth and tactile feel to it that makes it so comfortable to wear all the time.
In one head it is set with an oval ruby that has such a fine red and measures 0.26 carats, and in the other sits a 0.20 carat European cut diamond.
Destined to always be admired, this antique ring is steeped in history and has such a wonderful look and feel to it.
Stock# ET428
Hallmarked: Chester 1900
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Antique ruby and diamond snake ring made in 1900
The snake or serpent design in jewellery goes back to Roman times and was also often seen in Georgian and Victorian times. Representing an eternal love, this romantic style has been seen throughout the ages. Indeed Queen Victoria's own engagement ring was a snake ring set with rubies, emeralds and diamonds given to her by Prince Albert.
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