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Victorian No heat Sapphire Snake Necklace, circa 1890s.
$12,461.18
£9,295.23
€10,500
CA$17,344.10
A$18,607.11
CHF 9,980.47
MX$224,027.14
NOK 125,815.57
SEK 114,726.37
DKK 80,017.99
About the Item
Antique No heat Sapphire Snake Necklace, circa 1890s
An articulated necklace in 18kt gold, designed as a coiled serpent, its head finely detailed. The necklace is set with two natural, highly transparent and saturated untreated cabochon sapphires weighing approximately 2.6 carats in total. The supple craftsmanship of the links of the chain gives testament to a proudly hand made unique piece.
The fluid motion of a snake, a motif that held rich symbolism in 19th-century jewelry. Serpents, seen as emblems of eternity, wisdom, and enduring love, became especially popular after Prince Albert presented Queen Victoria with a snake engagement ring in 1839, marking the design as both fashionable and sentimental.
The choice of sapphire further enhances the jewel’s symbolism. Long associated with nobility, truth, and divine favor, sapphires were believed to protect their wearer and affirm loyalty. Worn together, the serpent form and the noble gemstone embody both eternal devotion and regal distinction, making this necklace a striking expression of 19th-century craftsmanship and meaning.
Yellow gold, stamped 750, chained marked with illegible maker.
Weight approximately 22.4 g.
Length: 56 cm
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- Weight:22.4 g
- Dimensions:Length: 22.05 in (560 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1890s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Malmö, SE
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU3148227568542
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