{"product_id":"antique-victorian-ruby-snake-ring","title":"Antique, Victorian ruby double snake ring","description":"\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvenance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal to c.1887, this incredible serpent ring is an exceptional example of its type. Two snake heads entwined around one another, carved in rich 18ct yellow gold, their bodies coil around the finger to form the band. Serpent rings were particularly popular during the Victorian period, Queen Victoria's engagement ring was even an emerald-set snake ring. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis example is particularly fine, each snake head is set with four natural rubies, eight in total. Each has been perfectly matched in colour, boasting a gorgeous raspberry red colour with that striking pink glow for which rubies are recognised by. During the Victorian era, both serpents and rubies symbolised wisdom, so their pairing here is particularly apt. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach snake head holds the tail of the other in its mouth, this symbol is known as the Ouroboros and roots back to antiquity. Here, the symbolism is clear. The two entwined snakes symbolise everlasting love, passion and wisdom. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Natural Stones\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLargest ruby weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.15ct\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLargest ruby size:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength 3.8mm; Width 3.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emm; Depth 1.6mm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTotal ruby weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e0.80ct\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Band\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetal Composition:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e18ct yellow gold\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHallmarks:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMarked with hallmarks that trace the ring to Birmingham 1887.  Further marked with '18' indicating 18ct yellow gold. Further marked with 'H.W.LD' makers mark for Henry Williamson Ltd. A Birmingham based jewellers. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Ring Overall\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFront Head Dimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLength 16.7mm; Width 23.5mm (including shoulders)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight of Setting:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.8\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003emm\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeneral Wear \u0026amp; Condition\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" role=\"presentation\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eall stones are secure and well set, with no damage to the mount. Professionally polished and carefully inspected by our workshop, ready to wear and enjoy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eUnless stated otherwise, gem weights and specifications are estimated (assessed in mount).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Antique Ring Boutique","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58633081225597,"sku":"ARB-3562","price":3500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0310\/0442\/6375\/files\/ARB-3562-product-1.jpg?v=1790350251","url":"https:\/\/www.antiqueringboutique.com\/products\/antique-victorian-ruby-snake-ring","provider":"Antique Ring Boutique","version":"1.0","type":"link"}