Antique Victorian Opal Diamond Snake Ring 2.20ct Of Opal

Product Details

A fabulous antique Art Nouveau ring from the late Victorian era claw set with three natural cabochon opals and an old mine cut diamond in the centre of two circling snakes that symbolise love and eternity. 

The opals are a kaleidoscope of rainbow colours and range from 0.70ct to 0.80ct. The diamond weighs approx. 0.20ct and is accompanied by a twirling, silver ribbon that wraps around the lower serpent and is dotted with further diamonds. 

The gallery is crafted in 18ct gold and curves elegantly around the centre stones. It’s very distinct and boasts a fabulous array of natural gemstones. 

We recommend you insure for £3,300. We can provide a written Valuation on completion of the sale. 

WEIGHT: 5.8 grams

MEASURES: Size O (UK), 7 ¼ (US) - Can be sized, we offer this service for free, it takes approx. 1-2 weeks to complete. 

FACE MEASURES: Height 18mm x Width 18mm x Depth 5.5mm

METAL: 18ct Gold (Stamped) 

STONES: Opals (Largest 5 x 6.5mm, Smallest 4 x 6.5mm – approx. 2.20ct total), Diamonds (Centre 4mm x 4mm, approx. 0.20ct – 0.35ct total) 

AGE: Victorian. (Circa 1890 – 1900) 

MARKS: 18ct stamp 

CONDITION: Excellent 

ITEM NUMBER: 22-079