particularly during the third quarter of the 19th c in England and the US- this bracelet is an excellent example of the theme
and China - the decorative technique of enameling has been a widespread practice for millennia
A sumptuous find for the victorian ring lover
possibly representing a meaningful souvenir of a Grand European Tour
though they are usually not used for their original winding purpose in the modern day
Extraordinary 18ct Snake Pendant halo ring particularly during the third quarterA rare pendant circa 1860 1870, this sensual, diamond studded bauble features a particularly fine rendering of the serpent that coils endlessly for the wearer! With a smart, geometric top, the pendant features a snake coiled four times, with diamonds inset into her lithe head. The details are perfectly in line with the bold features of this era. Materials and Features: 18ct gold, diamonds Age Origin: English, Archaeological Revival, c. 1860