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Antique 1907 Birmingham Made Double Snake Ring, 9ct Old Rosey Gold, size I1/2 or 4.5, 3.22g

Antique 1907 Birmingham Made Double Snake Ring, 9ct Old Rosey Gold, size I1/2 or 4.5, 3.22g

$850.00 AUD
$850.00 AUD
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This ring should maybe be called The Race. If Kirsty can shift the kilos of weight she gained since having kids to fit into this ring, she will be drawing it into the hoard as a pinky ring. In the meantime - while it still does not fit (and because it is not sizeable) it is available - but don't say you weren't warned.

Snake rings rose to popularity in Victorian times, but the ouroboros (snake eating its own tail) had been popular since Ancient Greece. So why did the trend explode in Victorian times? Well, because Prince Albert gave Victoria a snake engagement ring. The symbolism of these rings is the idea of the never ending circle of the snake eating its own tail - and that symbolised the everlasting love of the couple. Developing from this came the two snake ring with the symbolism of the two heads being two opposing forces - much like a Yin Yang - which this ring has a real sense of due to the snake heads being blank. The symmetry and opposing forces feel more contained and focused in this design. And then we have the detail of both tails - down both shoulders - and both parts of the ring hallmarked - two connected forces joined forever. 

Particulars: 

Size I1/2 or 4.5  (NOT sizeable - pattern and hallmarks will be affected)

Weight 3.22g

Width 10.45 x 3.7mm proud tapering to 4.6 x 0.8mm

Hallmarks  - fully hallmarked for 9ct gold Birmingham 1907 and the Maker's mark KBSP

Condition - this is an antique and handmade - you can see the solder joins between the ring, and all connecting points of the snakes. Each head is hollow - see underneath. More wear to one tail than the other. 

Care - As a general rule - jewellery should not be worn for strenuous tasks that may put pressure, chemicals and weight on them (think cleaning, gym, swimming/spa, carrying things). Jewellery should be inspected checked every six months by a jeweller to check for wear.

Please be aware that this item is pre-loved and therefore is NOT new. Please see the pictures and description to ensure you are happy with it before you buy. Stones may have tiny marks, chips or flea bites, metal will have marks of wear like surface scratches; but any bigger flaws will be clearly highlighted above. Also note - none of the other items or props in the photo come with the item and all measurements are approximate.

All items are available on lay-by - please get in touch to discuss options.

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FAQ

Sizing

What do we mean when we say a ring is "sizeable"? Well, most standard rings can be made bigger or smaller by up to three letter sizes. If we say the item is "moderately sizeable", this usually means about 1 size, and if we say it is "not sizeable" or that "sizing is not recommended" it will be due to the construction - it could be age related, pattern related, have enamel etc.

We can happily help with sizing of rings, so please do get it touch if we can give you a quote.

Current prices are: $40 for sizing down, $40 for rhodium plating (all white gold rings), and sizing up starts at $50 - and depends on the carat of gold, width of band and number of sizes. These are subject to change at any time and remain linked to the volatile changes in precious metals.

Time frames - sizing is usually complete within 3 weeks.

Lay-by

As well as Afterpay and Paypal Pay-in-4 which are available at checkout, we also do traditional lay-by.

So, if you love this piece but can't afford it right now - please get in touch.  

To secure your item, we require a 20% non-refundable deposit. Items will not be removed from the website until this is paid.

Following this, you will need to make further monthly payments of 20% until the full balance is complete, a time frame of 5 months in total. 

Invoices will be issued at the start of each month and we ask they are paid before the start of the following month.

We issue all invoices through the website, and it accepts all cards, Shop Pal, Paypal and Afterpay as payment.

Valuations

Some of our items come with valuations we either got with the piece, or that we have had done by an independent gemologist. We do not get valuations done on all pieces as we like to keep things as affordable as possible. However, we use a number of instruments to help us determine stones and list these details in the description of each piece.

Shipping

Australian based company shipping to Australia and New Zealand.

Parcels are shipped within 24 hours.

Australian shipping is express post and fully insured.

International items under $500 are shipped standard airmail and items over $500 express airmail.

All items are sent trackable, fully insured and requiring a signature on delivery.

Any items leaving Australia will have a signed customs declaration stating what is in the box.

Any duties, taxes or import fees for international items are not the responsibility of Vintage Jewellery Hoarders.