Victorian Garnet Cabochon Snake Locket Brooch libra 15ct Old European Cut Diamonds

15ct Old European Cut Diamonds (bottom stones)

The ring is a head of a cat

Width of band:1

Chester 1904

evidence of an old repair to the underside of the tail

Victorian Garnet Cabochon Snake Locket Brooch libra 15ct Old European Cut DiamondsDATE: Victorian, c. 1860 A large, juicy garnet cabochon is the main event of this cool antique brooch. The stone displays a deep hue, with flashes of lighter red when moved in the light. A gold snakes head and tail meet at the side of the garnet, creating an eternal loop that wraps around the entire piece, with a locket compartment to the back. Modelled in 15 karat yellow gold, it dates from the Victorian period and can be worn with the brooch