Lot 26
A mid Victorian gem set snake brooch.
Description
Condition Report
A mid Victorian gem set snake brooch. The textured snake's head with tail coiled around it, its eyes inlaid with red gem cabochons and a pear-shape turquoise to its head, suspending a foliate drop, a further turquoise set within. Length 4.3cms. Weight 4.4gms. Later added brooch fitting, probably adapted from a necklace.
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Purchasing information-
The condition of this lot is fair, with surface marks and tarnish to the metal and gems in keeping with age and wear. The adaptation of the necklace has left a hole in the side of the snake's head, which would likely have been part of the clasp closure. There is also a remnant of the articulated body of the snake protruding to a length of approximately 2mm from the neck of the snake. Condition reports are provided as a guide only and we recommend you inspect each lot in order to satisfy yourself as to their condition.