Antique Garnet Snake Charm of 18k Gold tiny locket originally decorated with enamel

originally decorated with enamel

the French royal family at the time

confirming the gold’s 14k purity

the faces come together in a gentle kiss

Antique Garnet Snake Charm of 18k Gold tiny locket originally decorated with enamelImmerse yourself in the elegance of the Victorian era with this exquisite charm (circa 1880), featuring a polished garnet cabochon embraced by the coiled form of an ouroborosthe ancient symbol of a serpent consuming its own tail. A timeless emblem of eternity, renewal, and the unending cycle of life, the ouroboros was a powerful and much loved motif in 19th century jewelry. Originally crafted as part of a cufflink, the jewel has been thoughtfully