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Victorian 18ct Gold Snake Ring with Old Cut Diamonds – Chester 1896
The Chelsea Bijouterie Ltd
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Victorian 18ct Gold Snake Ring with Old Cut Diamonds – Chester 1896

19th century
Description

A magnificent Victorian diamond serpent ring, beautifully crafted in rich 18 carat gold. Expertly coiled to embrace the finger, the snake — an enduring symbol of eternal love, loyalty and friendship — was one of the most romantic motifs of the era.

This elegant serpent is set with five particularly fine old-cut diamonds, the central stone slightly larger, tapering gracefully down the back. Their combined estimated weight is circa 0.50ct, with H colour and SI clarity, ensuring excellent sparkle and period charm.

Fully hallmarked at the venerable Chester Assay Office in 1896, this ring is wonderfully preserved — a testament to its quality and cherished history. Substantial in form, smooth in wear, and exceptionally stylish, it makes a distinctive heirloom piece for any jewellery connoisseur.

A superb and highly collectable example of a Victorian serpent ring.

Key Details

Old cut diamonds: approx. 3.5mm, 3.0mm, 2.8mm, 2.5mm & 2.2mm

Estimated total diamond weight: ~0.50ct

Diamond colour: H | Clarity: SI

18ct yellow gold

Fully hallmarked: Chester, 1896

Dimensions: 11mm head width | 6.5mm to back of band

Ring size: S½ (UK) / 9½ (US)

Total weight: 8.5g

Excellent condition

Supplied in the presentation box illustrated

Our Ref: 2010

Please visit our website to view our full collection:

https://www.the-chelsea-bijouterie.com

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All items are sent fully insured, tracked and signed for.

Terms of Sale:

We are totally committed to customer satisfaction. We take great care to give accurate and detailed descriptions accompanied by high definition photos. If you are not entirely happy with your purchase we will gladly offer you a full refund. Please return within 14 days of receipt of your purchase.

About Us:

We have years of knowledge and experience in dealing in antiques and antique & designer jewellery. We are committed to giving exceptional customer service. The Chelsea Bijouterie aims to offer beautiful and interesting items at affordable prices.

Declaration

The Chelsea Bijouterie Ltd has dated this Victorian Gold Snake Ring to the 1890s.

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SA1177448
Dealers Internal Reference
2010
Description
A magnificent Victorian diamond serpent ring, beautifully crafted in rich 18 carat gold.
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Expertly coiled to embrace the finger, the snake — an enduring symbol of eternal love, loyalty and friendship — was one of the most romantic motifs of the era.
The Chelsea Bijouterie Ltd
fig 1. Victorian 18ct yellow gold coiled serpent ring set with five graduated old cut diamonds along the snake head.
fig 1. Victorian 18ct Gold Snake Ring with Old Cut Diamonds – Chester 1896

This elegant serpent is set with five particularly fine old-cut diamonds, the central stone slightly larger, tapering gracefully down the back. Their combined estimated weight is circa 0.50ct, with H colour and SI clarity, ensuring excellent sparkle and period charm.

fig 2. Victorian 18ct yellow gold coiled serpent ring set with five graduated old cut diamonds along the snake head.
fig 2. Victorian 18ct Gold Snake Ring with Old Cut Diamonds – Chester 1896

Fully hallmarked at the venerable Chester Assay Office in 1896, this ring is wonderfully preserved — a testament to its quality and cherished history. Substantial in form, smooth in wear, and exceptionally stylish, it makes a distinctive heirloom piece for any jewellery connoisseur.

fig 3. Victorian 18ct yellow gold coiled serpent ring set with five graduated old cut diamonds along the snake head.
fig 3. Victorian 18ct Gold Snake Ring with Old Cut Diamonds – Chester 1896

A superb and highly collectable example of a Victorian serpent ring.

Key Details

Old cut diamonds: approx. 3.5mm, 3.0mm, 2.8mm, 2.5mm & 2.2mm

Estimated total diamond weight: ~0.50ct

Diamond colour: H | Clarity: SI

fig 4. Victorian 18ct yellow gold coiled serpent ring set with five graduated old cut diamonds along the snake head.
fig 4. Victorian 18ct Gold Snake Ring with Old Cut Diamonds – Chester 1896

18ct yellow gold

Fully hallmarked: Chester, 1896

Dimensions: 11mm head width | 6.5mm to back of band

Ring size: S½ (UK) / 9½ (US)

Total weight: 8.5g

Excellent condition

Supplied in the presentation box illustrated

fig 5. Victorian 18ct yellow gold coiled serpent ring set with five graduated old cut diamonds along the snake head.
fig 5. Victorian 18ct Gold Snake Ring with Old Cut Diamonds – Chester 1896

Our Ref: 2010

Please visit our website to view our full collection:

https://www.the-chelsea-bijouterie.com

Payment:

By Debit/ Credit Card, PayPal or Bank Transfer

Shipping:

We post worldwide free of charge

All items are sent fully insured, tracked and signed for.

fig 6. Victorian 18ct yellow gold coiled serpent ring set with five graduated old cut diamonds along the snake head.
fig 6. Victorian 18ct Gold Snake Ring with Old Cut Diamonds – Chester 1896

Terms of Sale:

We are totally committed to customer satisfaction. We take great care to give accurate and detailed descriptions accompanied by high definition photos. If you are not entirely happy with your purchase we will gladly offer you a full refund. Please return within 14 days of receipt of your purchase.

fig 7. Victorian 18ct yellow gold coiled serpent ring set with five graduated old cut diamonds along the snake head.
fig 7. Victorian 18ct Gold Snake Ring with Old Cut Diamonds – Chester 1896

About Us:

We have years of knowledge and experience in dealing in antiques and antique & designer jewellery. We are committed to giving exceptional customer service. The Chelsea Bijouterie aims to offer beautiful and interesting items at affordable prices.

Date of Manufacture

The Chelsea Bijouterie Ltd has dated this Victorian Gold Snake Ring to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1177448
Dealers Internal Ref
2010
The Chelsea Bijouterie Ltd
Sellingantiques verified Since Nov 2018
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Serpent motif jewellery became immensely popular in the mid-to-late Victorian era after Prince Albert presented Queen Victoria with a snake engagement ring. Symbolising eternity, wisdom, and eternal love, snake rings were crafted throughout the 19th century in high-carat gold and set with precious gemstones.

Victorian snake rings were predominantly crafted from solid 18ct or 15ct yellow gold. The heads of the snakes were frequently set with hand-cut gemstones such as old cut diamonds, rubies, sapphires, or emeralds.

Authentic British Victorian jewellery typically features formal assay office hallmarks stamped inside the shank, indicating gold purity, the assay office symbol (such as Chester or Birmingham), and a specific date letter corresponding to its year of manufacture.

An antique serpent ring functions as a versatile statement piece that pairs smoothly with modern minimalist outfits or stacked alongside clean-lined contemporary gold bands to add historic texture.

Clean gently using warm water, mild soap, and a soft-bristled brush around gemstone settings. Avoid exposing historical gold to harsh domestic chemicals or abrasive materials, and store separately in a fabric-lined box to prevent surface scratching.
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