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Antique 18K Gold Snake Necklace
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Dating from the mid-Victorian period, this snake necklace is composed of 18K gold and diamonds. Devouring its own tail, the serpent's chased and engraved head with rose-cut diamond accents and ruby eyes is completed by a body of rounded snake chain composed of s-form links. Soft and warm to the touch, this highly flexible, handmade serpent necklace is fully modern in its streamlined simplicity.
Item #: N-21954
Circa: 1860's-70's
Dimensions: 16.50" length.
Materials: 5 rose-cut diamonds; 2 cabochon rubies; 18K Gold
Gram Weight: 30.5 g.
Macklowe Gallery Curator's Notes:
Snake chain (also known as "Brazilian" chain), formed of ingeniously connected tubular links, was among the most popular of the mid-19th century, as it was soft, highly flexible, and pleasantly weighted. Its use in the long-enduring fashion for serpents helped bring the jewels to life.
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- Date of Manufacture:1860's-1870's
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- Seller Location:New York, NY
- Reference Number:Seller: N-219541stDibs: LU8926294002
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Item #: N-20593
Artist: Marina B.
Country: Italy
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Signed: Marina B Italy 1988. A149. 750. MB makers marks
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