Antique Woven Gold Snake Bracelet with Diamond and Ruby

Antique Woven Gold Snake Bracelet with Diamond and Ruby

A late 19th century gold coiled snake bracelet. The engraved head is set with an oval old-cut diamond surrounded by rose-cut diamonds and cushion shaped ruby eyes. The open mouth features teeth and a tongue, the body is of woven wirework, with a steel spring core and an engraved cone tail mounted in gold. Circa 1870.

In Victorian symbolism the coiled snake symbolised eternity.

• Adjustable length
• Head width: 10.8mm
• Body width: 6.7mm
• Gross weight: 28.22 grams
• Metal: 18ct gold
• Condition: Good – Wear consistent with age, with a few light dents