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Victorian Coral Snake Pendant Necklace Antique 14 Karat Gold 1800s Rare

$2,500
£1,896.94
€2,168.98
CA$3,491.82
A$3,882.43
CHF 2,027.19
MX$47,258.64
NOK 25,866.08
SEK 24,235.28
DKK 16,187.53
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About the Item

A rare antique Victorian Coral Snake Pendant depicting a snake or serpent wrapped around a gorgeous natural coral pendant. The snake in 14 Karat gold with wonderful details throughout the head with its eyes and open mouth. The snake pendant has stunning elegant design. The snake pendant dates to circa 1850-1900. It is extremely rare to find these early snake jewels and we are so excited when we do! And snake jewelry is all the rage today. In the Victorian era the snake was the symbol of eternal love. It has come to symbolize sexuality, rebirth and wisdom. The pendant is 1 inch (27mm) long including the bales. Without the bales the snake is 20mm long and 10mm wide. The snake is 14 Karat Gold. The pendant weighs 2.4 grams. The listing is only for the snake pendant. The chain is only shown for display.
  • Metal:
  • Stone:
  • Weight:
    2.4 g
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 0.4 in (10 mm)Length: 1.07 in (27 mm)
  • Style:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850 - 1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU147629247962

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