Victorian Old Cut Diamond & Enamel Snake Drop Pendant hold rosary or "not unmindful"

or "not unmindful"

the subject rendered in white over a brown background

if not only on account of its rarity

An exceptionally unusual

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Victorian Old Cut Diamond & Enamel Snake Drop Pendant hold rosary or "not unmindful"DATE: Victorian, c. 1860 This amazing antique drop pendant is modelled as a snake, set with gorgeous and chunky old cut diamonds (approx. 0. 69ct total), along with high Victorian, vibrant blue enamel. The snakes face is fierce and bright, with pointed teeth grasping onto a diamond set tapered drop. Its head features swirling gold settings, further set with old cuts with a single stone set at its charming nose. Its eyes are piercing with red rubies,