Early Victorian Garnet Snake Collar

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Early Victorian Garnet Snake Collar

$2,100.00

Description

DATE: Victorian, c.1830

An unusual early Victorian snake collar dating from circa, 1830. The serpent's head is set with five red garnets, graduated in size and has striking green paste gemstone eyes, all in great condition. The head also features scroll detailing and is crafted in pinchbeck throughout. It fastens at the mouth with a tail like loop.

STONES

Red Garnet

Paste Gemstones

MEASUREMENTS

Wearable length: 14.5 inches

Head: 3.6 x 1.4cm

Width of chain: 5.1mm

WEIGHT

29.2g

MARKS

No marks present, tests as pinchbeck

CONDITION