Egyptian Revival Snake Charm | Fire Opal & Diamond Snake Charm Art Nouveau brooch when rulers of ancient Persia

when rulers of ancient Persia believed the blue sky was a reflection of the stone's precious azure hue

replaced the missing center stone with a vibrant boulder opal

created by cutting hard stones against a black slate background

but acid tests for 10k gold and has one of its original photo frames

Offered in good antique condition

Egyptian Revival Snake Charm | Fire Opal & Diamond Snake Charm Art Nouveau brooch when rulers of ancient PersiaSince ancient times, snakes have symbolized healing and transformation. This intriguing Egyptian Revival charm was originally an antique stick pin (circa 1910). The charm features entwined snakes with tiny diamonds in their mouths wrapped around a dramatic fire opal. The charm is 14k gold (unmarked, but acid tested) and measures 0. 9 inches from top to bottom by 0. 5 inches wide, and it is in good condition, but under magnification you can see some