A highly symbolic and sentimental Victorian necklace crafted in 18kt yellow gold, designed as a flexible snake chain terminating in a finely detailed serpent head clasp. The serpent, a popular Victorian motif symbolising eternal love and protection, is set with a garnet cabochon and accented with two amethyst cabochon eyes. Suspended below is a heart-shaped locket decorated with ornate repoussé scrollwork and set with a central cabochon amethyst. The reverse of the locket opens to reveal a glazed compartment containing a plaited lock of hair, a poignant reminder of 19th-century mourning traditions.
Dimensions
Necklace length: 37 cm
Weight: 20.99 grams
Specifications
Material: 18kt yellow gold
Design: Snake chain with serpent head clasp and suspended heart-shaped hairwork locket
Period: Victorian, circa 19th century
Gemstone Details
Serpent Head: Garnet cabochon, approx. 15 × 10 mm
Pendant Gemstone: Amethyst cabochon, approx. 10 × 7 mm
Eyes: 2 × amethyst cabochons, approx. 0.07 ct. each
Condition Report
Very good antique condition. Minor surface wear to the gold consistent with age and use. The gemstones are securely set and display natural inclusions typical of the period. The locket glass is clear, and the plaited hair inside remains intact. Clasp functions securely.
A highly symbolic and sentimental Victorian necklace crafted in 18kt yellow gold, designed as a flexible snake chain terminating in a finely detailed serpent head clasp. The serpent, a popular Victorian motif symbolising eternal love and protection, is set with a garnet cabochon and accented with two amethyst cabochon eyes. Suspended below is a heart-shaped locket decorated with ornate repoussé scrollwork and set with a central cabochon amethyst. The reverse of the locket opens to reveal a glazed compartment containing a plaited lock of hair, a poignant reminder of 19th-century mourning traditions.
Dimensions
Necklace length: 37 cm
Weight: 20.99 grams
Specifications
Material: 18kt yellow gold
Design: Snake chain with serpent head clasp and suspended heart-shaped hairwork locket
Period: Victorian, circa 19th century
Gemstone Details
Serpent Head: Garnet cabochon, approx. 15 × 10 mm
Pendant Gemstone: Amethyst cabochon, approx. 10 × 7 mm
Eyes: 2 × amethyst cabochons, approx. 0.07 ct. each
Condition Report
Very good antique condition. Minor surface wear to the gold consistent with age and use. The gemstones are securely set and display natural inclusions typical of the period. The locket glass is clear, and the plaited hair inside remains intact. Clasp functions securely.
