Victorian 15ct Gold Cabochon Garnet Snake Necklace with a Heart Locket in Original Case feed-condition-used Set into the head are

Set into the head are two vivid green demantoid garnets—gems that bring a rare and brilliant sparkle to the piece

or simply as a lovely little treasure

The ring sits low on the finger - making it an ideal engagement ring

The golden yellow sapphire is set in 18ct yellow gold between two lively white diamonds

Likely Austrian or German in origin

Victorian 15ct Gold Cabochon Garnet Snake Necklace with a Heart Locket in Original Case feed-condition-used Set into the head areFew motifs in Victorian jewellery are as symbolic as the snake. Popularised after Prince Albert gave Queen Victoria a serpent engagement ring in 1839, the snake became a symbol of eternal love, wisdom and devotion, its endless form representing infinity itself. This extraordinary Victorian necklace takes that symbolism one step further, with the serpent clutching a beautifully engraved heart shaped locket suspended below. Set with rich cabochon