{"product_id":"victorian-snake-stickpin-of-14k-and-17k-gold","title":"Victorian Snake Stickpin of 14k and 17k Gold","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eA 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.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eIt is presented in great antique condition, with details crisp and the gemstone securely set.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eGemstone identification has been confirmed using Raman spectroscopy, a non-destructive analytical technique that provides a precise chemical fingerprint to verify authenticity.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003eMetal 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.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Trademark Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44019616907329,"sku":"L528","price":595.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0445\/7909\/files\/2026060204_3638212.jpg?v=1780748117","url":"https:\/\/trademarkantiques.com\/products\/victorian-snake-stickpin-of-14k-and-17k-gold","provider":"Trademark Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}