Art Deco Apricot Serpent Ring edwardian The central sapphire is flanked

The central sapphire is flanked by two tiny diamonds set within an angular

dating from the early decades of the 19th century - circa 1820

and the nude Adam and Eve in the garden under the infamous apple tree

27ct old mine cut diamond (calculated weight)

Art Deco Apricot Serpent Ring edwardian The central sapphire is flankedAn outstanding antique snake ring dating from the Art Deco period, circa 1920. The serpent features finely textured scales, the tail looped around the head in an rudimentary knot, featuring ruby eyes and a diamond 'brain'. From its mouth dangles a sumptuous old cut diamond with the most remarkable apricot hue. The stone rests in a simple eight prong crown setting, that's articulated allowing it to move around freely on the finger. Crafted in 18ct