Antique Victorian Blue Enamel Snake Bangle, Diamond Set Head, 1860

Antique Victorian Blue Enamel Snake Bangle, Diamond Set Head, 1860

An exceptional and rare Victorian snake bangle, the body has been set with a rich blue enamel on gold.

With gold scroll work engravings either side of the hinges.

The head is encrusted with old-cut and rose-cut diamonds, cabochon cut ruby eyes and a red garnet topped doublet.

• Estimated total diamond weight: 5.50 carats
• Garnet topped doublets were produced between 1850 and the early 1900s.
• Metal: 18ct yellow gold
• Circa 1860