A captivating antique charm, featuring a finely sculpted 14k gold snake sinuously coiled around an oval amethyst with a tiny diamond on its head. The serpent—an enduring symbol of protection, eternity, and transformation—was a favored motif in turn-of-the-century jewelry, and this example displays elegant modeling and balanced proportions.
Originally an antique stickpin (circa 1900), the piece was expertly transformed by our jeweler, who removed the pin stem and added a 14k gold jump ring bail, preserving the original artistry while creating a versatile and wearable charm.
The charm measures approximately 1 inch from the top of the jump ring to the bottom by 0.35 inches wide and weighs 1.75 grams.
The gold has been professionally verified using XRF (X-ray fluorescence) analysis and confirmed with jeweler’s acid testing, authenticating its 14k composition. In excellent antique condition, this charm is a refined example of Victorian-era serpent jewelry, ideal for collectors who appreciate symbolic design and richly colored gemstones.
