Antique intertwined snakes ring, 18K

A wonderful antique intertwined-snake ring, softened by more than a century of wear. You can still sense the original detailing in the curves, once these two serpents had tiny scales on their tails and sharper facial expressions, but time have smoothed them into this velvety, almost sculptural embrace with patina no money can buy.
 
Each snake carries its own gemstone head: one set with a deep blue sapphire, the other with a glowing ruby.
 
Snake rings became iconic in the 19th century after Queen Victoria received one as her engagement ring, a symbol of eternal love, protection, and fidelity.
 
Hallmarked with the French owl for imported 18K gold, it has lived a full life. You’ll find the beautiful patina only real antique gold earns, along with subtle signs of old sizing and repairs on the back of the shank (not very visible).
 
Victorian era
Toi et moi double-snake motif 14 mm north-south
Ruby and sapphire heads
18K yellow gold
Hallmarked with the French owl
Size US 9.5 / EU 60.5 (resizeable)
4.25 grams
Good antique condition; rich patina, softened details, and light signs of historic resizing/repairs on the shank
 
All tariffs, custom duties and documents included. Worldwide.
 
PS: Most of the pieces I find have lived full lives long before finding their way to you carrying with them patina, gentle wear, and the kind of character you can’t fake. Photos and videos are part of the description. Boxes, dogs, cats and other props are not included.