A charming Victorian era antique stickpin dating to 1890–1900, designed as a finely sculpted snake crafted in 17 karat gold, accented with a vibrant demantoid garnet. The serpent motif, one of the most enduring symbols in Victorian jewelry, represented eternity, wisdom, and everlasting love, making it both visually striking and rich in meaning.
The snake is mounted on a 14 karat gold pin stem. The pin head measures 0.55 inches by 0.3 inches wide, while the entire stickpin measures 2.5 inches in length and weighs 1.58 grams, offering a delicate yet distinctive presence when worn.
It is presented in great antique condition, with details crisp and the gemstone securely set.
Gemstone identification has been confirmed using Raman spectroscopy, a non-destructive analytical technique that provides a precise chemical fingerprint to verify authenticity.
Metal authenticity has been professionally verified using XRF (X-ray fluorescence) analysis and traditional jeweler’s acid testing, confirming 17K gold for the snake and 14K gold for the pin stem.
