Early Victorian Garnet Snake Collar Stuart Crystal leading round to an 18

leading round to an 18 karat white gold flat band

with a detailed pierced gallery and fluted shoulder accents

The snake coils twice around the finger

apparently on the assumption that evil can be repelled by obscenity

Early Victorian Garnet Snake Collar Stuart Crystal leading round to an 18DATE: Victorian, c. 1830 An unusual early Victorian snake collar dating from circa, 1830. The serpent's head is set with five red garnets, graduated in size and has striking green paste gemstone eyes, all in great condition. The head also features scroll detailing and is crafted in pinchbeck throughout. It fastens at the mouth with a tail like loop. STONES Red Garnet Paste Gemstones MEASUREMENTS Wearable length: 14. 5 inches Head: 3. 6 x 1. 4cm Width