Lot 109
A late Victorian 9ct gold diamond snake ring. The coiled snake, with graduated old-cut diamond...
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Lot 109
A late Victorian 9ct gold diamond snake ring. The coiled snake, with graduated old-cut diamond...
Lot 109
Lot Description
A late Victorian 9ct gold diamond snake ring. The coiled snake, with graduated old-cut diamond crest and red gem eyes. Principal diamond estimated weight 0.65ct, I-J colour, P1 clarity. Hallmarks for Birmingham, 1891. Ring size M. Weight 8.9gms.
Postage: Auction Default
Weight: No
Total lot weight: No
Condition Report
<li>Overall condition fair to good. Some surface scratches/wear, discolouration, in keeping with general age and wear.
<li>Minor dents and abrasion to the snake head.
<li>Red gems show signs of abrasion, one in particular has a significant chip and noticeable damage.
<li>Band is slightly out of shape and also shows evidence of resize, soldering line is visible.
<li>Diamonds fairly well matched.
<li>Diamonds fairly bright.<p>
<li>The three smaller old-cut diamonds have an estimated total weight of 0.10ct.
<li>Diamond section of the ring is a later replacement.
<li>Length of ring head 1.8cms.
<li>Stamped 375, hallmark setting is chipped.
<li>Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers for coloured gemstones.<p>
<li>Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.<p>
<li>For any further questions you may have on this lot, please do not hesitate to contact Ben Randall at ben@fellows.co.uk<p>
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