{"product_id":"antique-double-snake-ring-edwardian-era-96654","title":"Antique Double Snake Ring - Edwardian Era 18k Gold Serpent Handmade Natural Blue Synthetic Pink Sapphire - Circa 1910s Size 8 Fine Jewelry","description":"\u003cp\u003eRare antique Edwardian era 18k yellow gold double snake ring! This incredible handmade antique ring features a triple-shank design that twists into two serpent heads that are decorated with a synthetic pink sapphire and a natural blue sapphire. An incredible antique statement piece dripping with Victorian era symbolism!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eERA - Edwardian era, hallmarked for 1916\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMETAL \/ MATERIAL - 18k yellow gold, natural blue sapphire (approx. 3.3 x 2.8 mm), synthetic pink sapphire (approx. 3.2 mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e(Synthetic, or lab-created, gemstones are chemically the same as their natural counterparts, but are made in a lab by man. The process for creating colored gemstones was developed in the 1800s.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMARKINGS \/ HISTORY - Piece is hallmarked for 18k gold, London, 1916 with a \"Z.Z.\" maker's mark. In 1840 Queen Victoria received an exquisite snake \u0026amp; emerald ring from Prince Albert for their engagement, which greatly increased the popularity of the snake motif. Snakes often coiled body position can also be a symbol of everlasting and eternal love. Additionally, since snakes shed their skin, this can represent regeneration, rebirth or transformation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCONDITION - Good antique condition. Gold metal has been professionally cleaned. Gemstones are secure. Age consistent wear and patina remain. Beautiful and rare Victorian era heirloom piece!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSIZE \/ MEASUREMENTS - Size: 8, Band Width: 9.42 mm - 5.61 mm, Weight: 5.52 grams\u003cbr\u003e\n(Ring cannot be resized by our jeweler.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePRESENTATION - Listing includes a complimentary MJV logo gift box, as shown in last photo. All other boxes are for display only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAUTHENTICITY - Each item in our shop has been hand-selected and inspected by a GIA Graduate Gemologist. Please see our shop FAQ's or message us for more details regarding listing disclaimers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJLH - DJM\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MJV","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67625929277669,"sku":null,"price":2950.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0604\/9972\/2469\/files\/il_fullxfull.8639346870_sgyy.jpg?v=1791393760","url":"https:\/\/www.maejeanvintage.com\/products\/antique-double-snake-ring-edwardian-era-96654","provider":"MJV","version":"1.0","type":"link"}