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Victorian Gold 18 carat delightful Snake ring with stunning Garnet stone. Fully hallmarked. The face is so detailed. and movement lovely. Beautiful item very unusual, fantastic detail. Extremely rare one in million ring.
1 cm wide front
0.8 cm back
Amazing ring for the Victorian period. Divine ring.
Snake rings are more popular than ever and are beautifully crafted exquisite pieces of jewelry.
Some people are attracted to the mythic archetypal style of snake rings that represent time and eternity. The symbol is believed to have been inspired by the Milky Way with ancient writings describing a serpent of light living among the heavens.
The circle, which is best depicted by this particular image, has always been an important symbol of ancient civilizations representing wholeness and perfection. The ring without beginning or end also represents the Sun, Moon and Universe.
Many different cultures including Christianity, Hinduism, Aztec, Norse and Chinese depict the image of the snake ring. In Greek Mythology snake rings were worn in honour of the Greek healing god Asclepius who was struck down by Zeus fearing Asclepius would transform all of mankind into immortals with his healing powers.
In the 19th Century the snake or serpent ring was very popular with ladies who found the style enticingly pleasing. The snake rings could be worn in conjunction with a serpent styled bangle, broach or hatpin. As well as diamond snake rings were embedded with rubies, sapphires and many other kinds of gemstones.
The Victorians were heavily influenced by treasures gathered in Roman and Greek times. The replicated many of the nuances and were fascinated by their intricate distinctions. The popularity of the ring reached fever pitch when Queen Victoria herself chose the design of a gold sinuous snake, which was meant to give good luck.
The snake ring is best given as a symbolic gesture of good fortune, good health, and as a loving gift to a partner where the ring is a protective charm and represents the union of the couple and their eternal and never ending love for one another.
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I am happy to do lay away part payment plan but goods will only be shipped when fully paid.
I will always send items within three to four working days of purchase.
Just contact me within: 7 days of delivery
Ship items back to me within: 14 days of delivery
But please contact me if you have any problems with your order.
Because of the nature of these items, unless they arrive damaged or defective, I can't accept returns for:
If customer not happy with item, I will refund within one week of purchase.
I will refund in full, when item is received.
Thank you
All my items are sent in Gift boxes and are perfect for a gift. All my items are sent in high quality velvet boxes. The vintage boxes shown in photography are not included. I can sometimes source Vintage ring boxes for extra cost.
Jan 31, 2018
Absolutely love my new ring.😍😍😍😍
Bonnie