Vintage Green Enamel Serpent Ring – 18k Gold & Akoya Pearls (c. 1940s)
$25,000.00
VINTAGE ART COLLECTION
The Green Enamel Guardian
A 1940s British Masterpiece of Serpent & Pearl
$25000
In the golden age of jewelry making (1940-1950), jewelry was treated as “Art,” not merchandise. This rare British Vintage piece is a testament to that lost era of creativity.
Sculpted in 18k Solid Gold, a magnificent serpent rises in 3D form. Its scales are brought to life with rich Green Enamel, while its eyes glow with Amethyst and its tail sparkles with a Diamond. It coils protectively around a cluster of lustrous Akoya Pearls, resembling a mythical guardian watching over a treasure of “Little Lightbulbs.”
“From Queen Victoria’s engagement ring to Elizabeth Taylor’s wrist.”
Why is the snake so revered in jewelry history? It began with Queen Victoria, whose engagement ring was a serpent symbolizing eternal love. By the 1940s-60s, popularized by Bulgari and Hollywood icons, the snake became the ultimate symbol of wisdom, rebirth, and feminine power. This Vintage Enamel Ring captures that mystique. The enamel work is thick and uniform—a quality rarely seen in modern pieces—creating a lifelike texture that contrasts beautifully with the soft glow of the pearls.
💎The Art of Enamel: Tracing back to Byzantium, applying colored glass to gold is a high art. This ring features vibrant green enamel that mimics the texture of snake scales. It is not painted; it is fired, ensuring the color remains rich and glossy for decades.
✨Akoya Pearl Treasure: The snake coils around a cluster of saltwater Akoya pearls, arranged in a staggered height design. These pearls have maintained their “Little Lightbulb” luster for over 70 years, symbolizing abundance and fertility.
🎨3D Sculptural Form: This ring is not flat. It stands tall on the finger, a miniature sculpture that demands attention. The Amethyst eyes add a touch of spiritual clarity, while the Diamond tail adds a final spark of luxury.
Is enamel jewelry durable?
Vintage enamel is glass fused to metal. It is durable but should be treated with care. Avoid hard impacts that could chip the glass, and keep it away from harsh chemicals. This piece has survived 80 years in excellent condition, a testament to its quality.
What does the snake and pearl combination mean?
The snake represents protection and eternity, while pearls symbolize purity and wisdom. Together in this Coiled Serpent Ring, they create a talisman of “Guarding Wisdom” or protecting one’s precious inner treasure.
Main Material
Green Enamel (Vitreous)
Gemstones
Akoya Pearl (Cluster), Amethyst (Eyes), Diamond (Tail)
Metal
18k Solid Gold
Era
Vintage (c. 1940-1950s)
Motif
Coiled Serpent (Guardian)
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