{"product_id":"antique-victorian-snake-pendant-opal-heart","title":"Antique Victorian Snake Pendant Opal Heart","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDating to the mid-19th century, this wonderful and rare antique Victorian serpent head pendant is fashioned in silver and 18ct yellow gold, with hand-rendered scale detailing. \u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eA mesmerising collection of natural cabochon opals are pavé-set across the top, glowing with ethereal blue, green and orange hues, whilst two fiery pink garnets form its piercing eyes. The final touch is a charming gold heart, set with its own precious opal, dangling elegantly from the serpent’s mouth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe Victorian obsession with the serpent motif was ignited by Prince Albert, who presented Queen Victoria with a snake engagement ring, instantly transforming the serpent into the ultimate romantic token of the era. Also, adorned with Victoria’s personal favourite gemstone, the opal, this piece carries a message of protection, passion, and eternal love, with the snake protectively holding the symbolic heart of the giver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIt remains in excellent condition to this day and will look wonderful adorning a gold chain once more, with the pendants flat back designed to sit comfortably against the skin. It’s the perfect antique gift for a loved one who adores romantic symbolism and unique conversation pieces that carry over a century of history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWEIGHT\u003c\/b\u003e: 13.5 grams   \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMEASURES\u003c\/b\u003e: Height 44mm (49mm inc. loop) x Width 15mm x Depth 10mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMETAL\u003c\/b\u003e: Silver\/ 18ct Gold \u003cspan style=\"mso-tab-count: 1;\"\u003e           \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSTONES\u003c\/b\u003e: Natural Opals (Largest 3.5 x 6mm – Heart 6 x 6mm), Garnets (approx. 3mm each)  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAGE\u003c\/b\u003e: Victorian. (Circa 1860 - 1880)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMARKS\u003c\/b\u003e: No marks, typical for items made before hallmarking legislation was introduced\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/b\u003e: Excellent, commensurate with age\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eITEM NUMBER:\u003c\/b\u003e 26-051\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eYou can find more Victorian Snake Pendants in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/collections\/antique-pendants?_gl=1*16xrpf4*_up*MQ..*_ga*MjY2NjAwNjM0LjE3NzAwNDkyNzk.*_ga_4D9LWM6C15*czE3NzAxMTg4ODUkbzUkZzEkdDE3NzAxMTk5ODQkajYwJGwwJGgw\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eAntique Pendants collection.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWe provide \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/pages\/shipping-and-returns\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eFree Worldwide Shipping\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e for this item. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/pages\/payment-options\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eInterest Free Layaway and Finance Payment Options\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e are also available. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2Cf6Cl2vLu8?si=VTnjn-k8ORCjnR3y\" height=\"315\" width=\"560\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vendor-unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57346537062784,"sku":"26-051","price":2750.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0137\/0033\/3614\/files\/Antique-Victorian-Opal-Snake-Heart-Pendant-cover.jpg?v=1770121124","url":"https:\/\/laurelleantiquejewellery.com\/products\/antique-victorian-snake-pendant-opal-heart","provider":"Laurelle Antique Jewellery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}