{"product_id":"antique-sardonyx-s-signet-ring-circa-1890-copy-1","title":"Antique Diamond Set Snake Ring; Circa 1900","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"98\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA sublime and detailed late Victorian snake ring. Created in 9 carat gold and full of timeless symbolism, this ring is as magical today as it was over 120 year ago! \u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"100\" data-end=\"432\"\u003eDesigned as a single coiled serpent, the ring wraps around the finger, its body finely detailed with engraved scales that give it a wonderfully tactile feel. The serpent's head is adorned with a single hand cut diamond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"434\" data-end=\"779\"\u003eSnake jewellery became one of the defining motifs of the Victorian era after Queen Victoria's engagement ring, presented by Prince Albert in 1839, took the form of a serpent. Symbolising eternal love, fidelity, and everlasting life, the snake became one of the most cherished and enduring sentimental designs of the 19th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"781\" data-end=\"932\"\u003eWith its warm gold, graceful proportions, and delicate antique diamond, this ring perfectly captures the romance and symbolism of the Victorian period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDETAILS\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eERA:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 1900\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMATERIAL\/HALLMARK\u003c\/strong\u003e: Unhallmarked 9 Carat Gold. There is the makers mark 'M.D' on the inside \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWEIGHT:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.1 grams in total approximately \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFINGER SIZE:\u003c\/strong\u003e I (igloo) 1\/2 (UK or AU) 4.5 (US)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCONDITION\u003c\/strong\u003e: This is overall in good antique condition with a patina of wear to the diamond and gold. There is the tiniest ding on the edge of the ring at the back as seen in the last photograph \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note the antique ring box is for display only\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-Please feel free to take a look at all photographs for condition before committing to buy. We do not offer refunds so if in doubt drop us and email and wed be happy to help! \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-We ship worldwide on all orders \u0026amp; parcels are sent fully insured and well packed in our signature pink boxes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-We accept all methods of payment, and orders will be shipped out within 1-3 business days.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e-All customs information is declared and we are not responsible for any import duties or delays incurred.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u0026gt; All of the jewels we work with are antique or vintage and as such they are sold ‘as seen. This means theyre not perfect. They carry the love and journey of generations who love them before. These jewels should be worn with extra and love and care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Heart \u0026 Serpent","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56974862778694,"sku":null,"price":545.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0943\/2966\/7910\/files\/D6DB52F5-97D8-4655-8F72-37ADB1FBEB75.jpg?v=1784392513","url":"https:\/\/heartandserpent.com\/products\/antique-sardonyx-s-signet-ring-circa-1890-copy-1","provider":"Heart \u0026 Serpent","version":"1.0","type":"link"}