{"product_id":"antique-serpent-ring-in-solid-14k-gold-with-emerald-eye-private-collection","title":"Antique Serpent Ring in Solid 14K Gold with Emerald Eye | Private Collection","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThis antique serpent ring is a powerful example of symbolic gold jewelry, crafted in solid 14 karat gold and formed with a bold, sculptural presence. The coiled serpent wraps confidently around the finger, its head resting protectively at the top, set with a single emerald cabochon eye.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe gold displays a warm, softly rosy undertone typical of antique 14K alloys, enhanced by age and wear. Hand-engraved detailing along the band and serpent form reflects traditional bench techniques rather than cast production, giving the ring both visual depth and tactile weight.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSerpent jewelry has long represented eternity, protection, rebirth, and enduring love — motifs especially favored during the Victorian and early Edwardian eras. This piece carries that legacy forward with unmistakable authority.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eLate Victorian to Early Edwardian, circa 1890–1910\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe construction, engraving style, and gold composition align with turn-of-the-century serpent rings produced before mass manufacturing overtook fine jewelry. The absence of a visible maker’s mark is consistent with earlier hand-fabricated pieces.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMetal:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Solid 14 karat gold\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e 7.18 grams\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eRing Size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e 8.5\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eStone:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Emerald cabochon eye (one present; one historically missing)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Hand-fabricated, engraved, multi-band coiled design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e Naturally aged patina with warm antique tonality\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMarkings:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e None visible (period-consistent)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCondition Notes \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAuthentic antique condition with age-appropriate wear. One emerald eye is missing, a detail retained as part of the ring’s documented history and character. The gold structure remains solid, substantial, and wearable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eCollector's Note\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSerpent rings of this caliber were often worn as talismans — objects of meaning rather than ornament alone. The weight, symbolism, and craftsmanship of this piece place it firmly within the realm of heirloom jewelry, intended to endure across generations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIts inclusion in the Private Collection reflects its importance as a historical artifact rather than a commercial offering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePrivate Collection\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eNot actively for sale.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eDisplayed for archival and reference purposes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eInquiries welcome from serious collectors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Betty Lily and Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48666376110320,"sku":null,"price":2450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0772\/5357\/4896\/files\/IMG_6158.jpg?v=1767297023","url":"https:\/\/bettylilyandcompany.com\/products\/antique-serpent-ring-in-solid-14k-gold-with-emerald-eye-private-collection","provider":"Betty Lily and Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}