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Superb 84g Solid Silver Snake Paper Weight C1940 Antique Animal Serpent Gem Eyes
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Superb 84g Solid Silver Snake Paper Weight C1940 Antique Animal Serpent Gem Eyes

1920 - 1940
Sold 5 January 2025 · The Silver Squirrel
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A superb designed solid silver snake, possibly a paper weight? It is marked SIL for silver and tests as high grade silver. I would date it to c1920-1940 most likely made in India. It has superbly designed being in the form of a coiled snake with red gem set eyes. It is in super condition being free from dings splits holes and repairs. It measures approx. 2 inches (5.2cm) across the base by 1.5 inches (3.6cm) tall and weighs 84 grams. A very well made piece.

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The Silver Squirrel has dated this Solid Silver Snake Paperweight to the 1940s.

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37307
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A superb designed solid silver snake, possibly a paper weight? It is marked SIL for silver and tests as high grade silver. I would date it to c1920-1940 most likely made in India. It has superbly designed being in the form of a coiled snake with red gem set eyes. It is in super condition being free from dings splits holes and repairs. It measures approx. 2 inches (5.2cm) across the base by 1.5 inches (3.6cm) tall and weighs 84 grams. A very well made piece.
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The Silver Squirrel has dated this Solid Silver Snake Paperweight to the 1940s.

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SA1102167
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37307
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A coiled solid silver snake paperweight with textured cross-hatching and dark inset eyes, viewed from a slightly elevated angle. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A coiled solid silver snake paperweight with textured cross-hatching and dark inset eyes, viewed from a slightly elevated angle. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Superb 84g Solid Silver Snake Paper Weight C1940 Antique Animal Serpent Gem Eyes

Archive II A coiled solid silver snake paperweight with textured cross-hatching and dark inset eyes, viewed from a slightly elevated angle. View II
Archive III A coiled solid silver snake paperweight with textured cross-hatching and dark inset eyes, viewed from a slightly elevated angle. View III
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A coiled solid silver snake paperweight with textured cross-hatching and dark inset eyes, viewed from a slightly elevated angle.
SUPERB 84g SOLID SILVER SNAKE PAPER WEIGHT c1940 ANTIQUE ANIMAL SERPENT GEM EYES
Ref: SA1102167
A coiled solid silver snake paperweight with textured cross-hatching and dark inset eyes, viewed from a slightly elevated angle.
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  • ObjectDesk Accessories
  • Period1920 - 1940
  • StyleVictorian & Gothic
  • MaterialSilver
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsCoiled serpent body, Cross-hatched scale engraving, Raised head, Inset gemstone eyes

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Serpent motifs have been utilised in jewellery and decorative items for centuries, gaining particular prominence during the Victorian era and mid-20th century as symbols of wisdom, eternity, and protection.

These items were typically cast in solid sterling silver, often featuring hand-chased surface details, engraved scale patterns, and set gemstone eyes such as rubies or pastes.

Authenticity is generally determined by examining hallmarks for assay office stamps, purity marks, makers marks, as well as assessing the natural patina and weight distribution consistent with solid metal casting.

A polished silver desk accessory adds a focal point of metallic texture when placed atop a timber desk, leather blotter, or minimalist shelving unit.

Silver should be cleaned infrequently using a non-abrasive microfibre cloth and specialised silver polish, avoiding harsh chemical dips that can damage patination or settings around gemstone eyes.
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