A Victorian gem-set serpent necklace, circa 1860, the head is set with opals and rhodolite garnets and featuring scrolling detail, suspending a similarly set heart locket with a glass hair panel to the reverse; the tapering link necklace terminating in a concealed push button clasp; unmarked and tested as 15ct gold, 19.8 grams
Sold for £1,900
A Victorian gem-set serpent necklace, circa 1860, the head is set with opals and rhodolite garnets and featuring scrolling detail, suspending a similarly set heart locket with a glass hair panel to the reverse; the tapering link necklace terminating in a concealed push button clasp; unmarked and tested as 15ct gold, 19.8 grams