Antique Ruby and Diamond Brooch of 12ct Gold octagon locket The piece is gold over

The piece is gold over silver and it is marked "84" at the top

Hardly pests

the snake has remained a favorite in jewelry creation

It is solid 14k gold (marked) with tiny red glass eyes and weighs 2

3 inches wide and the piece is in very good condition

Antique Ruby and Diamond Brooch of 12ct Gold octagon locket The piece is gold overA rare Victorian treasure, this ingenious hook and latch motif brooch fuses symbolism and sophistication. The hook glistens with rich red rubies, while the latch sparkles with old cut diamonds, both set in warm 12ct golda striking blend of color and contrast emblematic of 19th century design ingenuity. The gold content has been verified through XRF (x ray fluorescence) analysis and confirmed with jewelers acid testing, ensuring authenticity and