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Antique Ruby and Diamond 18 Karat Yellow Gold Locket Pendant Circa 1880

$13,592.26
£9,950
€11,698.20
CA$18,642.63
A$20,953.08
CHF 10,911.81
MX$254,841.26
NOK 139,629.99
SEK 132,410.38
DKK 87,307.70
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A magnificent, fine and impressive antique 0.30 carat ruby and 0.13 carat diamond, 18 karat yellow gold snake locket pendant; part of our diverse snake jewelry collections. This magnificent, fine and impressive Victorian locket has been crafted in 18k yellow gold. This large and substantial antique Victorian gold locket has an oval design accented with an applied convex lobed interlacing snake design. The head of one snake is embellished with an impressive 0.30ct cushion cut ruby, and the other bears an impressive 0.13ct Old European round cut diamond. The posterior face of this hinged locket is plain and unembellished. This 1880's hinged locket opens to allow two photographs or small mementos to be placed behind removable, push fit transparent retainers. The locket pendant suspends from an exceptional antique link chain via a plain tapering bale to the upper border of the design; this substantial chain provides an aesthetically pleasing balance to the locket. This fine and substantial example of antique snake jewellery has been independently tested using state of the art technology (Niton XL2 Analyzer) and verified as 18k gold. This impressive locket is supplied with an IDGL diamond and gemstone grading report card. The magnificent antique gold snake locket and chain are the finest examples are their types you could hope to acquire. Images do not always reflect the true colour and brilliance of gemstones and diamonds. The video however provides a truer representation of the actual colour and showcases each stone. Condition This magnificent and large antique gold snake locket is exceptional quality, set with an impressive ruby displaying fine colour, brilliance and presence. The impressive diamond displays a fine white colour and brilliance. The locket is an exceptional gauge of gold and is in exceptional condition. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this fine example of Victorian jewelry/estate jewelry. Ruby Quality Cut Cushion Content 0.30 carat Dimensions 4.23mm (length) x 3.27mm (width) x 2.21mm (depth) Diamond Quality Colour (average grades) H Clarity (average grades) VS2 Cut Old European Content 0.13 carat Number of Diamonds 1 Dimensions Length of drop 6.7cm/2.64' Length of locket 5.1cm/' Width of locket 3.6cm/1.42' Height of setting 1.74cm/0.68' Chain length 47.5cm/18.7' Weight 50.90 grams (including chain) Date: Circa 1880 SKU: C8186
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  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.68 in (17.28 mm)Width: 1.42 in (36.07 mm)Length: 18.7 in (474.98 mm)
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Please see description.
  • Seller Location:
    Jesmond, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: C81861stDibs: LU128220344742

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