Victorian 15k Gold Swag Snake Chain longines with fine antique patina

with fine antique patina

The gold is wonderfully detailed

while the coloured gems have been carved to represent fruit and leaves

and the sea monster Cetus

of the day and night time

Victorian 15k Gold Swag Snake Chain longines with fine antique patinaDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 This antique snake link chain dates from the Victorian period and is modelled in rich 15k yellow gold. Very wearable, it features two swag drops with the perfect place in the centre to hang your favourite pendant. With a wearable length of 16 inches, it fastens with a lovely barrel clasp. MEASUREMENTS Wearable length: 16 inches Width of chain: 2. 3mm WEIGHT 7. 6g MARKS No marks present, tests as 15k gold CONDITION Excellent