Victorian 19th-Century 21-Carat-Gold (88.45%...

Updated September 22, 2026

Fineness) Turquoise & Ruby Double-Serpent Brooch with Drop-Pendant and Safety-Chain. <br><br>8.1*3.7cm Wt:12.72g<br><br>Victorian double-serpent brooch, 19th-century, crafted in 21-carat-gold (fineness 88.45%), with finely chased scale textures. Two intertwined serpents set with multiple cabochon turquoise, eyes accented by small rubies. Retaining original safety chain, suspending a movable floral-form turquoise drop pendant. Serpent motifs were iconic of Victorian jewellery, symbolising everlasting affection. Turquoise was a highly favoured gemstone in European antique jewellery of the 1800s. This example is executed in high-fineness continental 21-carat gold. Gold shows wear consistent with age; turquoise and rubies intact; pin fitting, safety-chain and movable drop are complete and functional, overall in good preserved condition.<br><br><br>ALL PROPERTY IS SOLD AS IS, WHERE IS, WITH NO RETURNS OR CANCELLATIONS.<br><br> Additional photographs and condition reports may be provided upon request as a courtesy only. Any condition report, catalogue description, image, certificate, report, document, authentication statement, authentication opinion, specialist opinion, or communication regarding origin, date, age, attribution, authenticity, authorship, signature, condition, provenance, or value is an opinion only and not a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Yakon Auctions.<br><br> The absence of reference to defects, restoration, wear, damage, handling marks, conservation, alteration, or repair does not mean the lot is free from such matters. Photographs are for reference only and may not accurately reflect color, tone, dimensions, condition, signature details, or the true state of the lot. Buyers should review all images carefully, as they form part of the description.<br><br> Provenance is provided by the consignor, prior owner, or most recent owner and may not be supported by records. All reports, COAs, appraisals, authentication letters, provenance statements, invoices, labels, or related documents, including any opinions, analyses, or conclusions therein, are provided as received from the consignor, prior owner, or third party, and have not been independently verified by Yakon Auctions. Such materials are for reference only and are not guarantees of authenticity, authorship, signature, origin, age, period, provenance, condition, or value.<br><br> All artworks, antiques, collectibles, autographed items, signed memorabilia, music memorabilia, records, photographs, posters, entertainment collectibles, and related items are offered based on information and documentation provided with the lot. Unless expressly stated, Yakon Auctions has not independently authenticated any signature, inscription, attribution, authorship, association, provenance, pressing detail, edition, period, origin, or related documentation.<br><br> Terms such as "attributed to," "after," "manner of," "circle of," "school of," "in the artist's style," or s

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