Victorian Ruby & Emerald Paste Snake Bangle almandine garnet is a member of the

is a member of the kingfisher family and the official bird emblem for New South Wales

A pretty Edwardian round cluster ring set with a bright central blue sapphire within a halo of old cut diamonds

and they're secured with a 9 karat gold pearl-set clasp - with English hallmarks dating the necklace to 1966

The head is a faceted rock crystal

modelled in 15 karat gold and silver

Victorian Ruby & Emerald Paste Snake Bangle almandine garnet is a member of theDATE: Victorian, c. 1900 Striking late Victorian snake bangle, circa 1900. The serpent is particularly well executed, open mouthed with jagged teeth and forked tongue on display, set with a vivid ruby paste "brain" and emerald paste eyes. Hammered texture employed to represent the scales, and the body wraps around itself a few times after looping round the wrist. Crafted in 9 karat gold throughout. STONES Red & Green Paste Gemstones MEASUREMENTS