Auction Catalogue

26 November 2024

Starting at 12:00 PM

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Jewellery, Watches, Silver and Objects of Vertu

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Lot

№ 402

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To be sold on: 26 November 2024

Estimate: £1,400–£1,800

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A 19th century gold serpent ring, the double headed serpent realistically modelled and with scale pattern engraving throughout, ring size approximately P½. £1,400-£1,800

According to a PMI test on the XRF Analyzer, the ring is testing as 18ct gold. The results show the gold includes the chemical element Bismuth (Bi), suggesting that the ring is pre 1880.

General light surface wear commensurate with age and use. The scale pattern engraving rubbed at the back of the band. Gross weight 19gm.