Victorian, Diamond, Ruby and Enamel Snake Motif Locket Pendant

Victorian, Diamond, Ruby and Enamel Snake Motif Locket Pendant

consisting of a snake and swallow motif containing numerous rose cut diamonds and three round cabochon cut rubies against a blue enamel ground, the reverse having two glazed compartments.Stamp: (French hallmarks).15.60 dwts.

Jewelry

Please contact the jewelry department at jewelrycr@hindmanauctions.com for any additional information or questions you may have regarding this lot. Please note that measurements and opinions on gems are given as a courtesy and are approximated. The locket pendant measures approximately 2 1/2 inches by 1 3/16 inches including bail. The surface electronic tests for 18 karat gold and the applied snake and swallow motif electronic test for silver.There are visible scratches to the surface on the back. There is a small loss of enamel to the bail. Some discoloration and scratches, consistent with age and wear.