Victorian Sapphire & Diamond Flower Pendant snake Each link marked 9ct gold

Each link marked 9ct gold

Clear Birmingham hallmarks date the piece to the year 1860

Eight-cut Diamonds and Sapphire

Any other answer would transform her into the raging Gorgon

amethysts were considered an antidote against drunkenness - the name "amethystos" literally translates as "not intoxicated"

Victorian Sapphire & Diamond Flower Pendant snake Each link marked 9ct goldDATE: Mid Victorian, c. 1860 A stunning mid Victorian flower pendant set with vibrant blue sapphires and old mine cut diamonds. It's beautifully constructed, crafted in 15k gold with silver settings, and complete with original diamond set bail. It was made in England in the 1860s, and remains in excellent condition. STONES Natural Blue Sapphires Old Mine Cut Diamonds total carat weight approx. 1. 8ct MEASUREMENTS 2. 8 x 1. 8cm (including bail) WEIGHT