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Victorian Snake Lariat

$3,800

This snake, with French hallmarks, is being EXTRA. There is a hinged lever on the back which holds it in place (though it can move without opening the lever). A vintage chain is threaded through, lariat-style.

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  • Materials

    14k gold chain (marked), 18k gold slide (marked), silver, 36 rose cut diamonds, 2 1mm rubies, 3mm sapphire

  • Age

    vintage chain, c. 1880 snake slide

  • Condition

    Very good - chain and slide are from different eras

  • Size

    26" chain, 3/4" dog clip, 1 1/8" x 1/2" slide

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18371901

please note:Terms of Sale

Antiques can be returned unworn and in original condition within 10 days of delivery for an exchange or refund minus the cost of shipping. Once a piece has been altered, including ring re-sizing, it is FINAL SALE.

RelatedHistory Lesson

Snakes:Fertility, Power, Wisdom, Renewal and Healing.

Serpents were the bodyguards of the ancient world.

RelatedHistory Lesson

CHAINS:The Link Between Heaven and Earth

Possibly the most widespread and versatile of all jewelry, chains have a cultural significance that spans place, time and religious beliefs.