Victorian Old Mine Cut Diamond Ruby Enamel Silver-Topped 18 Karat Yellow Gold Antique Snake Circle Brooch

$10,250.00
  • Designed as six snakes entwined in a circle and alternating between enameled and silver-topped bodies
  • Enamel is basse-taille transparent medium red and glossed over engraved scale texture - minimal loss
  • Eneamled snakes feature bezel set old mine and rose cut diamond eyes and heads
  • Silver-topped snakes feature additional diamonds bead set throughout
  • Weighing approximately 1.14 carat total - quality consistent with cut and age
  • Accented by round cut rubies bezel set in silver-topped snake eyes
  • Weighing approximately 0.08 carat total - transparent purplish red
  • Completed by hinged pinstem with looped closure
  • Stamped k18 for 18 karat gold
  • Circa: 1890
  • Measures: 1 5/16 x 1 5/16 inches
  • Total weight: 12.0 grams
  • Stock Number: We-11159

Victorian snake jewelry became a significant trend during the 19th century, reflecting the era's fascination with symbolism and romanticism. Snakes were commonly associated with eternal love, wisdom, and protection, making them a popular motif in jewelry. This rich symbolism is portrayed via this exquisite brooch featuring a captivating design of intertwining snakes encircling a central element, adorned with rich red rubies, sparkling diamonds, and vibrant enamel accents.

All jewelry has been assessed by our quality control supervisor before listing to ensure integrity.

Our antique jewelry is sold “as is” and requires thoughtful wear.

Please consult our Jewelry Care Guide for thoughtful wear instructions. 


 
Domestic Returns

We want you to be happy with your purchase. Wilson's must be contacted within 3 days of delivery of your package if you intend to return your purchase.

Pieces must be returned back to us within 5 days from the receipt of return label. If Wilson's is not contacted within 3 days, and/or we do not receive the items back no refund will be issued.

You must contact us immediately once you receive your package to notify us of any problems regarding the condition of the piece.

All returned items must be in the same condition as when you received it including all of the original packaging. No items will be accepted for return if it is damaged, worn, or altered. Please contact us at +1.833.294.5766 to arrange for your return.

 

International Returns

We want you to be happy with your purchase. Wilson's must be contacted within 3 days of delivery of your package if you intend to return your purchase. You must contact us immediately once you receive your package to notify us of any problems regarding the condition of the piece.

Pieces must be returned back to us within 5 days from the receipt of return label. If Wilson's is not contacted within 3 days, and/or we do not receive the items back no refund will be issued.

International returns are not complimentary. We will invoice you for the cost of international return shipping. Please note that return shipping costs vary by country and are determined at the time the return label is created. 

We will provide you detailed instructions and customs documents. You must ship the package back to us and follow all instructions provided. Once the item is received by us, we will verify the condition of the item and issue a refund within 3 days of receipt.

All returned items must be in the same condition as when you received it. No items will be accepted for return if it is damaged or altered. Please contact us at +1.833.294.5766 to arrange for your return.

If you have any questions regarding these procedures please contact us at the number provided.

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