Sold--Antique Edwardian 18K, Diamond & Emerald Snake Ring TLJ snake ring The deep orange of the

The deep orange of the background has been revealed beneath the whiter layer which depicts a Roman soldier in profile

Size (can be resized): 11

Her grief over her daughter Persephone – who has to spend one-third of the year with her husband Hades in the Underworld – is the reason why there is winter

Renaissance Revival style was a significant influence

Is she a noblewoman or a goddess

Sold--Antique Edwardian 18K, Diamond & Emerald Snake Ring TLJ snake ring The deep orange of theThe Victorians were fascinated with the snake motif and one can still find so many examples in all manner of 19th century jewels, but none more prolific than the snake ring. There are many different iterations, from coiled snakes to those that tangle on top of the finger. What makes this piece stand out is the smooth surface, and the contrasting white and yellow golds of each snake head! A lovely little creature to nestle on your finger without too