Pre-owned, authentic luxury brand & vintage jewellery
Antique Victorian Serpent Necklace in 18k Gold, set with Garnets
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'Pre-owned is ethical and sustainable'
This is a truly remarkable Victorian Snake Necklace in 18k Gold (tested), and set with deep red Garnets. A very fine piece, in completely original condition with intricate scroll work and engravings representing the snake's scales. The Garnets have been 'carbuncled' – cut and polished with a smooth convex face – to improve their luminosity.
The snake saw a huge resurgence in popularity during the Victorian era. Queen Victoria, a very visible monarch, was of course the impetus behind the fashion for serpent jewellery, which came to symbolise eternal love. Victoria wore a bracelet featuring three intertwined serpents to her first royal council in 1837. And two years later Prince Albert gave Victoria perhaps her with a coiled serpent engagement ring set with her emerald birthstone.
In remarkable condition, our skilled artisans have meticulously cleaned and gently polished this necklace to retain its beautiful original lustre. The clasp sits very securely in place and completes the classic look of the serpent eating its own tail.
The three large Garnets measure 19.27 x 10.72mm, 17.92 x 11.94mm, 16.78 x 10.68mm.
Measuring 16 inches or 40 cm in length, the weight of the necklace is 46.4 grams.
Bloomsburymanor.com are trusted by 100s of customers across the world. Our reviews confirm their delight with our exquisite jewellery & reputation for unrivalled service. See our Ebay User Profile & get in touch for advice or information about that special purchase.
Bloomsbury Manor has been selling luxury brand & vintage jewellery online for over ten years. With a passion for pre-owned fine jewellery, we scour the nation (and other nations!) to source unique signed and vintage pieces.
We’re available for viewing appointments Mon – Fri, 9am – 6pm at our office in Central London. To book an appointment, please see our eBay user profile at: ebay.co.uk/usr/bloomsburymanor
Jewellery's not an everyday purchase for most people, and there's a lot of jargon. We want you to feel comfortable at every stage of the process. So please don't be shy; ask as many questions as you like!
Our close-up photography ensures you see every nuance, hallmark and signature of each piece. We aim to thrill when you receive your item. Your experience will be, we hope, more satisfying knowing you’d not get such a good deal on the High Street, or (we think) on-line.
For eBay sales we only accept payment by PayPal. Items are dispatched as soon as funds clear.
You may prefer to view an item prior to purchase, or to collect and buy. To book an appointment, see our eBay user profile at: ebay.co.uk/usr/bloomsburymanor
Payment in person may be made by credit / debit card or by direct transfer.
We offer free insured UK shipping on all eBay orders!
Items are dispatched by insured Royal Mail Special Delivery (UK only), or DHL, usually within one working day of receiving payment. Customers in the UK should expect to receive their item the day after dispatch.
Tracking numbers are provided for all packages.
Pre-owned, authentic luxury brand & vintage jewellery
Antique Victorian Serpent Necklace in 18k Gold, set with Garnets
As seen in:
This is a truly remarkable Victorian Snake Necklace in 18k Gold (tested), and set with deep red Garnets. A very fine piece, in completely original condition with intricate scroll work and engravings representing the snake's scales. The Garnets have been 'carbuncled' – cut and polished with a smooth convex face – to improve their luminosity.
The snake saw a huge resurgence in popularity during the Victorian era. Queen Victoria, a very visible monarch, was of course the impetus behind the fashion for serpent jewellery, which came to symbolise eternal love. Victoria wore a bracelet featuring three intertwined serpents to her first royal council in 1837. And two years later Prince Albert gave Victoria perhaps her with a coiled serpent engagement ring set with her emerald birthstone.
In remarkable condition, our skilled artisans have meticulously cleaned and gently polished this necklace to retain its beautiful original lustre. The clasp sits very securely in place and completes the classic look of the serpent eating its own tail.
The three large Garnets measure 19.27 x 10.72mm, 17.92 x 11.94mm, 16.78 x 10.68mm.
Measuring 16 inches or 40 cm in length, the weight of the necklace is 46.4 grams.
'Pre-owned is ethical and sustainable'
Bloomsburymanor.com are trusted by 100s of customers across the world. Our reviews confirm their delight with our exquisite jewellery & reputation for unrivalled service. See our Ebay User Profile & get in touch for advice or information about that special purchase.
Bloomsbury Manor has been selling luxury brand & vintage jewellery online for over ten years. With a passion for pre-owned fine jewellery, we scour the nation (and other nations!) to source unique signed and vintage pieces.
We’re available for viewing appointments Mon – Fri, 9am – 6pm at our office in Central London. To book an appointment, please see our eBay user profile at: ebay.co.uk/usr/bloomsburymanor
Jewellery's not an everyday purchase for most people, and there's a lot of jargon. We want you to feel comfortable at every stage of the process. So please don't be shy; ask as many questions as you like!
Our close-up photography ensures you see every nuance, hallmark and signature of each piece. We aim to thrill when you receive your item. Your experience will be, we hope, more satisfying knowing you’d not get such a good deal on the High Street, or (we think) on-line.
For eBay sales we only accept payment by PayPal. Items are dispatched as soon as funds clear.
You may prefer to view an item prior to purchase, or to collect and buy. To book an appointment, see our eBay user profile at: ebay.co.uk/usr/bloomsburymanor
Payment in person may be made by credit / debit card or by direct transfer.
We offer free insured UK shipping on all eBay orders!
Items are dispatched by insured Royal Mail Special Delivery (UK only), or DHL, usually within one working day of receiving payment. Customers in the UK should expect to receive their item the day after dispatch.
Tracking numbers are provided for all packages.