A mid Victorian 18ct gold, enamel and gem-set snake necklace. View more details

A mid Victorian 18ct gold, enamel and gem-set snake necklace. The split pearl and blue enamel quatrefoil locket, suspended from the similarly-set snake head and graduated snake-link chain. Length 45cms. Weight 33.7gms.

Condition Report

Overall condition good to fair. Surface scratches/wear in keeping with general age and wear. Locket electronically tests as 9ct gold, weighing approximately 3gms. Replacement locket, some replacement gems, possible re-enamelling. Wear to gilt finish. Small dent and file marks to underside of the snakes head. Garnets are well matched, deep red, in good condition with minor abrasions.

Split pearls are a creamy white colour, with rose and greenish overtones, in good condition, with some small chips to the surfaces. Blue enamel is in fair condition, noticeably scratched on the locket. Fellows uses a Thermo Scientific Nitron Handheld XRF Analyser to test metals. This technology is limited to examining metal to a depth of approximately 8 microns. Fellows does not guarantee the standard of gold or platinum unless an item is hallmarked. Results from electronically tested items should only be used as a guide and with caution, as false readings are possible. Please see the Important Notices for Purchasers for coloured gemstones.

Condition reports are offered as a guide only and we highly recommend inspecting any lot to satisfy yourself as to its condition.

For any further questions you may have on this lot, please do not hesitate to contact Ben Randall at ben@fellows.co.uk