Ring - 18 kt. Yellow gold - Diamond - Antique Snake
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Unisex vintage antique double-headed diamond snake ring in 18K yellow gold, weighing 3.3 g, set with two natural rose-cut diamonds, ca. 1850–1900, size EU 56 (US 7½), in very good condition with minor signs of wear.
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Description from the seller
Type of jewel: Vintage antique double headed diamond snake ring in 18K gold
Condition: In well-preserved condition, especially given the jewel`s age.
Style: Vintage antique
Era: ca. 1900
Inspired by: Mother Nature
Theme: Snakes and serpents are one of the oldest and most widespread mythological symbols and are a powerful religious symbol with many different meanings, like death and resurrection, while they have also been associated with healing and rivergods and also denote fertility, wisdom and the ability to cure.
Material: 18K yellow gold (touchstone tested)
Diamond(s): Two rose cut.
- We understand that private buyers may expect diamond weights to be provided, but in the case of rose-cut or senaille diamonds, this is simply not standard practice among industry professionals specialising in antique and vintage jewellery. Unlike brilliant-cut diamonds, where weight correlates with diameter, rose cuts vary in thickness, making weight estimation impossible once set. Providing such figures could lead to unnecessary debates, as rose-cut diamonds were traditionally valued for their visual effect rather than intrinsic worth. Even major auction houses like Sotheby’s and Christie’s rarely list their weight, except for exceptionally large stones, where diameter is often provided instead.
- All diamonds, regardless of their size or shape, in our vintage and antique jewellery are verified as 100% natural by the IJGC laboratory.
Birth and month stones: Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
Hallmarks: No trace.
Dimensions: band width top of ring 2,05 cm (0,81 inch) - See picture with a ruler in cm and inches
Weight: 3,30 gram (2,12 dwt)
Ring size: EU-56 & 17¾, USA-7½, UK-O½
Ring sizes are professionally measured and rounded to the nearest millimetre; slight variations are standard and do not affect wear.
Adin reference Nº: 26079-0105
- All jewels are delivered in an Adin jewellery box. Boxes shown in photos are display props unless stated otherwise.
- Every piece is accompanied by an Adin certificate of authenticity for your piece of mind. Adin has specialised in antique and vintage jewellery in Antwerp for over four decades. We maintain professional memberships and affiliations that reflect our ongoing commitment to standards, research, and responsible trade practice.
- Shipped insured and registered. Collection in person is also welcome.
- For shipments outside the EU, import duties and other charges may apply. We advise checking this in advance.
- We invite you to browse through our customer feedback to discover the level of satisfaction we consistently provide.
- See more of our pieces: https://auction.catawiki.com/lotsfrom/Adin
- Antique and vintage jewellery may show evidence of past repairs or restoration, reflecting normal wear and period use. We present pieces in an authentic state and do not routinely remove surface marks or apply rhodium plating to white gold. If you prefer a brighter finish, you may choose a cosmetic refresh by a local goldsmith.
Seller's Story
Adin shares with their collection of vintage and antique jewellery over 4 decades of expertise. On our provider page, you get the experience of exploring our boutique, located in the world diamond center Antwerp. Elkan Wijnberg, Adin’s founder and CEO, is a member of the Belgian Chamber of Experts to the Courts of Justice and of both the British and American Society of Jewellery Historians.
Type of jewel: Vintage antique double headed diamond snake ring in 18K gold
Condition: In well-preserved condition, especially given the jewel`s age.
Style: Vintage antique
Era: ca. 1900
Inspired by: Mother Nature
Theme: Snakes and serpents are one of the oldest and most widespread mythological symbols and are a powerful religious symbol with many different meanings, like death and resurrection, while they have also been associated with healing and rivergods and also denote fertility, wisdom and the ability to cure.
Material: 18K yellow gold (touchstone tested)
Diamond(s): Two rose cut.
- We understand that private buyers may expect diamond weights to be provided, but in the case of rose-cut or senaille diamonds, this is simply not standard practice among industry professionals specialising in antique and vintage jewellery. Unlike brilliant-cut diamonds, where weight correlates with diameter, rose cuts vary in thickness, making weight estimation impossible once set. Providing such figures could lead to unnecessary debates, as rose-cut diamonds were traditionally valued for their visual effect rather than intrinsic worth. Even major auction houses like Sotheby’s and Christie’s rarely list their weight, except for exceptionally large stones, where diameter is often provided instead.
- All diamonds, regardless of their size or shape, in our vintage and antique jewellery are verified as 100% natural by the IJGC laboratory.
Birth and month stones: Diamond is the birthstone (or month stone) for April.
Hallmarks: No trace.
Dimensions: band width top of ring 2,05 cm (0,81 inch) - See picture with a ruler in cm and inches
Weight: 3,30 gram (2,12 dwt)
Ring size: EU-56 & 17¾, USA-7½, UK-O½
Ring sizes are professionally measured and rounded to the nearest millimetre; slight variations are standard and do not affect wear.
Adin reference Nº: 26079-0105
- All jewels are delivered in an Adin jewellery box. Boxes shown in photos are display props unless stated otherwise.
- Every piece is accompanied by an Adin certificate of authenticity for your piece of mind. Adin has specialised in antique and vintage jewellery in Antwerp for over four decades. We maintain professional memberships and affiliations that reflect our ongoing commitment to standards, research, and responsible trade practice.
- Shipped insured and registered. Collection in person is also welcome.
- For shipments outside the EU, import duties and other charges may apply. We advise checking this in advance.
- We invite you to browse through our customer feedback to discover the level of satisfaction we consistently provide.
- See more of our pieces: https://auction.catawiki.com/lotsfrom/Adin
- Antique and vintage jewellery may show evidence of past repairs or restoration, reflecting normal wear and period use. We present pieces in an authentic state and do not routinely remove surface marks or apply rhodium plating to white gold. If you prefer a brighter finish, you may choose a cosmetic refresh by a local goldsmith.
Seller's Story
Adin shares with their collection of vintage and antique jewellery over 4 decades of expertise. On our provider page, you get the experience of exploring our boutique, located in the world diamond center Antwerp. Elkan Wijnberg, Adin’s founder and CEO, is a member of the Belgian Chamber of Experts to the Courts of Justice and of both the British and American Society of Jewellery Historians.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Laboratory report
No laboratory report
Diamond type of surrounding stones
Natural
Estimated period
1850-1900
Metal
Yellow gold
Number of diamonds surrounding stones
2
Brand jewellery
No
Fineness
18 kt.
Cutting style of surrounding stones
Rose cut
Total weight
3.3 g
Surrounding stones
Diamond
Condition
Very good condition - slightly used with small signs of wear
Gender
Unisex
Title additional information
Antique Snake
Ring size
56 (EU) / 16 (IT) / 7 ½ (US)
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