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Georgian 19K Gold Undulating Snake Fob with Crown Intaglio
About the Item
Circa 1800, this incredible Georgian fob is an antique treasure over two centuries old. The three-sided triangular fob is made of banded agate carved with a five-point crown used as a wax seal. The agate is a hue of deep, earthy red marbled with intricate streaks of purple, grey, and black. The fob connects to a 19k gold snake motif that undulates in a looped design. The viney snakes are carved with a foliate motif that extends into a bail; on the opposite end, the snakes appear to have tiny heads where the snakes connect to the agate. The high karat gold has a stunning glow that contrasts against the red stone, which still spins on the fob!
The fob weighs 3.3 grams. It measures 1 5/16” x 3/4”. Unmarked and acid tests as 19k gold. There are some small chips in the agate, appropriate for a piece of this age.
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- Weight:3.3 g
- Dimensions:Height: 1.32 in (33.53 mm)Width: 0.75 in (19.05 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1800
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. In very good condition with age appropriate wear.
- Seller Location:Venice, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU3051222006852
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