ART DECO 1925 Fabulous Snake Ring In Platinum And 6.47 Ctw Diamonds & Emeralds
An art deco serpent cocktail ring with gemstones.
This is a fabulous colorful antique cocktail ring created in France during the art-deco period, back in the 1925. The one-of-a-kind ring is gorgeous, with great eye appeal and was carefully crafted in the shape of a snake in three dimensions in solid platinum with a movable tongue accented with applications of black enamel. The body is embellished with a great selection of forty-seven earth mined natural gemstones, such; white colorless diamonds, Colombian vivid green emeralds and Burmese intense red rubies, with all the gem's settings, finished with the iconic art-deco millegrain patterns.
Historically, serpents and snakes represent fertility or a creative life force. As snakes shed their skin through sloughing, they serve as symbols of rebirth, transformation, immortality, and healing. The ouroboros is a symbol of eternity and continual renewal of life.
Diamond: Mount on top of the head in a millegrain bezel setting, with 1 European trillion cut diamond with a weight of about 0.95 carats, white face-up J color, VS/SI clarity.
Diamonds: Mounted in millegrain flush settings, with 100 calibrated European round cut diamonds, 3.50 carats, white colorless F/G color, VS/SI clarity.
Emeralds: Mounted in channel settings, with 32 French calibre cuts of natural Colombian vivid green emeralds, with a weight of about 1.78 carats.
Rubies: Mounted in channel settings, with 4 French calibre cuts of natural vivid red rubies, with a weight of about 0.24 carats.
Birthstone: Emeralds for the month of May.
Weight: 13.2 Grams, (8.46 Dwt).
Size: 7 and may be easily resized up or down on special request.
Measurements: 27 mm by 25 mm (0.79 x 0.67 Inches) and raise 7 mm over the finger.
Hallmarks: Unmarked, electronically tested for the assay of the platinum as .850/.999 Pt.
Millegrain
This is a jewelry technique which refers to the textural effect of a close-set line of metal beads that are typically used as a border on the edges or bezels of jewelry.
Collateral: This art-deco serpent cocktail ring is accompanied by a presentation jewelry box.
Collateral: This art-deco serpent cocktail ring is accompanied by a certificate appraisal prepared by a GIA certified gemologist stating all the characteristics of this piece of jewelry, the exact description of the gemstones and the today's market replacement value.
Condition: The overall condition of this art-deco serpent cocktail ring is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to the platinum. The 137 gemstones are secured in their settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.
INVENTORY REF: R042625EENM/.3807
