The snake is one of the oldest motifs in jewelry history - from the ancient Egytian ouroboros to Queen Victoria and Prince Albert's 1839 engagement, the snake was used to represent life and death, rebirth, passion, protection, and power. Victoria and Albert's choice of an emerald-set snake as an engagement ring set off a widespread surge in popularity that lasted through her reign, leaving us with a trove of golden ophidia hailing from the second half of the 19th century. The sinewy body of the serpent has provided jewelry designers with great freedom of expression; iterations range from loose interpretations in form to hyperrealistic reptilia. 

Very good estate condition with minor wear in line with age and use. c2000s. Originally manufactured in US. 

Details:
• Platinum, stamped and tested
• Size 5 5/8 and can be resized within two sizes by your goldsmith
• Four brilliant cut diamonds approximately 0.02ctw
• Face of ring measures 11.4mm wide, with a rise of 2.7mm; back of band measures 3mm wide and 0.8mm thick
• 5.7g