1498 - Snake Ring with Diamonds - "Promise Ring"

Snake Ring with Diamonds - "Promise Ring" First half of the 20th century. 585/- yellow gold, hallmarked. Total weight: 12.3 g. Hallmark: "585 Bender" (blurred, not clearly legible). The ring band features a sculpted relief design with three intertwined snakes, whose heads are set with what appears to be 1 cabochon-cut ruby weighing approx. 1 ct, 1 old-cut diamond of approx. 0.10 ct, 2 small emeralds, and 1 pearl of approx. 4.4 mm. Ring size 51. Very good condition. Expressive snake ring with a sculpted snake body and decorative gemstone setting. The snake is one of the oldest and most symbolic motifs in the history of jewelry. Since ancient times, it has symbolized eternity, renewal, and immortality. Especially in the 19th century, the snake ring became a popular symbol of love and fidelity.