Friday, January 2, 2015

RARE striking snake ring with ruby and sapphire, antique ring, vintage ring, gold ring, engagement ring, promise ring, statement ring.


                            This is a beautiful and very unusual Art Deco "striking" snake ring, the snake is not flush on the ring and it looks like it's about to strike at someone, it's a really cool effect. The snake also features a beautiful hand engraved pattern all around it, a sapphire "crown" and 2 ruby eyes.Snake rings were very popular in the Victorian and Edwardian eras and were given as tokens of undying love and affection, even Queen Victoria herself was given a snake ring as an engagement ring by her husband Prince Albert. This would make the perfect engagement ring for a bride that wants something a bit different or would also be a great gift for a loved one.This piece was made in Germany and it is stamped 585 which is European for 14 karat gold, this unusual snake ring would make the perfect gift for any snake jewellery lover, or a lover of just interesting jewellery in general.Materials: 14k gold, genuine sapphire, genuine rubies.Era: Art Deco, circa 1930s.Condition: Excellent vintage, some wear to the gold, this only adds to the authentic vintage/antique charm of the piece.Size: 6 US, re-sizing is possible, although please keep in mind as the pattern goes all the way around I do NOT recommend sizing up. Cost of sizing is low, please contact me about size needed PRIOR to making your purchase. It is important to contact about sizing before making your purchase so that we can discuss timing schedule and other details.*** This item is getting shipped via priority registered airmail, this can take up to 1 month+ to reach some worldwide destinations. If you need this item quickly or by a specific date please contact me about upgrading to EMS 5 work-day express airmail. Express shipping costs $60 worldwide. ***           
       

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