Vintage 9ct Gold Snake Collar Necklace Ruby Eyes Smith And Pepper Dated 1979 Semi-Precious_Opal ITEM NUMBER: AJ682

ITEM NUMBER: AJ682

The older stones have been re-set in a newer 18ct White Gold gallery which is backed in 18ct Yellow Gold including the shank

modelled in 18ct white gold with milgrain detailing chasing around the outside and butterfly studs at the back

chunky old mine-cut diamonds that are also detailed in the report and tested as natural with excellent SI clarity – H/I colour

Vintage 9ct Gold Snake Collar Necklace Ruby Eyes Smith And Pepper Dated 1979 Semi-Precious_Opal ITEM NUMBER: AJ682A fabulous Egyptian inspired snake collar made by Smith & Pepper in the 1970s. The silky band is all 9ct gold and has an ingenious design that expands and slithers fluidly. The serpent's head and tail unite at the bottom, symbolising eternal love and have been decorated with engraved patterning and two pink ruby eyes. Smith & Pepper was founded by Mr. Smith and his Uncle Mr. Pepper who were based in the Birmingham Jewellery quarter from 1899 to 1981.