Edwardian Diamond & Sapphire Double Snake Ring gemstone Offered in the original fitted

Offered in the original fitted presentation box

Stanhopes (aka Stanho-scopes) were invented by René Dagron in 1857 as a way of viewing microphotographs without the need of an expensive microscope

as well as bringing the usual abundance and nourishment

representing love and constancy) flying amongst bamboo leaves and branches

Individual beads: 15

Edwardian Diamond & Sapphire Double Snake Ring gemstone Offered in the original fittedDATE: Victorian, c. 1901 Historically, the serpent has been a great symbol of fertility, and, through the shedding of their skin, represent re birth, immortality, and healing. This double snake ring is modelled in 18k gold with clear Birmingham hallmarks from the year 1901. Each snake has been set with a gemstone "brain" an old cut diamond and a sapphire, with garnet set eyes. It wraps around the finger twice, with each snakes tail ending at the