Victorian Serpent & Pearl Pendant

Victorian Serpent & Pearl PendantAn extraordinary antique pendant dating from the mid Victorian period, circa 1870. A serpent is coiled around an apple, clearly evoking the famous bible story set in the Garden of Eden. The snake's body is set with vibrant pinkish red rubies and his eyes are green emeralds, while the apple, complete with finely textured leaves, is a natural pearl. Built in 18 carat yellow gold throughout. And when you think about it the story of the serpent and Adam

resting with a low profile over the finger

Crafted in 18ct yellow gold

2500 BC) have shown that the Sumerians had a marked liking for the combo wonderfully intricate articles with the vivid blue stone inlayed into rich burnished yellow gold having been found at the burial site of queen Pu-abi

It likely originally had a glazed locket compartment to the reverse

They were removed by Pope Pius IX in the middle of the 19th century

Crafted in 9ct gold with English hallmarks from the year 1989

Stones: Pearl & Rose Cut Diamond

and thus a popular motif in many cultures past and present

usually between two parties estranged by strife or distance

but always recognisable

Head size: 11

His neck forms the bail