{"product_id":"antique-1907-birmingham-made-double-snake-ring-9ct-old-rosey-gold-size-i1-2-or-4-5-3-22g","title":"Antique 1907 Birmingham Made Double Snake Ring, 9ct Old Rosey Gold, size I1\/2 or 4.5, 3.22g","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSnake 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eParticulars: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSize I1\/2 or 4.5  (NOT sizeable - pattern and hallmarks will be affected)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWeight \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e3.22g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eWidth 10.45 x 3.7mm proud tapering to 4.6 x 0.8mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eHallmarks  - fully hallmarked for 9ct gold Birmingham 1907 and the Maker's mark KBSP\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCondition - 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eCare - 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePlease 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAll items are available on lay-by - please get in touch to discuss options.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage Jewellery Hoarders ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51681331020093,"sku":"Beck60","price":850.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0790\/6548\/1533\/files\/9BEB2BC5-8758-45A8-8F98-D5D8414A855F_1_105_c.jpg?v=1778208882","url":"https:\/\/vintagejewelleryhoarders.com\/products\/antique-1907-birmingham-made-double-snake-ring-9ct-old-rosey-gold-size-i1-2-or-4-5-3-22g","provider":"Vintage Jewellery Hoarders ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}