Victorian Diamond & Ruby Double Snake Ring wood Crafted in 9 karat yellow

Crafted in 9 karat yellow gold

The piece is offered in the original fitted presentation box

It would likely have been sold to tourists visiting the gold fields of South Africa

in favour of the 1950s original (known as the "meatball")

Victorian Diamond & Ruby Double Snake Ring wood Crafted in 9 karat yellowDATE: Victorian, c. 1900 A fine antique double snake ring, modelled in 18k gold with clear Chester hallmarks from the year 1900. Each snake has been set with a gemstone "brain" a ruby and an old mine cut diamond, with further diamond set eyes. It wraps around the finger twice, with each snakes tail ending at the shoulders. STONES Old Mine Cut Diamond Ruby Old Cut Diamonds MEASUREMENTS Width of band: 5mm Rise off finger: 3. 8mm Width at head: 1. 3cm