Art Deco Diamond Ouroboros Ring necklaces and respected

and respected

A juicy pinkish-purple almandine garnet forms the heart of this mid Victorian solitaire ring

flame-fusion stone appears blueish in daylight and bright purple under electric light

Weighing-in at a glorious 31 grams

Art Deco Diamond Ouroboros Ring necklaces and respectedAn incredible vintage ouroboros ring dating from the early 20th century, circa 1920. The snake forms a circle, the head poised to bite down on its own tail but stopped by a single old cut diamond blocking the way. It's crafted in 15ct gold and platinum with a fine millegrain halo around the diamond and little ruby eyes either side of the snake's head. The symbolism is powerful. The ouroboros broken by a diamond; the tail devouring is ceased; the cycle