18th Century Zodiac Snake Betrothal Ring Size:7.5 This antique cross pendant is

This antique cross pendant is modelled in 9 karat gold

A beautiful antique compass pendant dating from the latter half of the 19th Century

It's set with a central row of demantoid garnets

Inner measurements: 5

English hallmarks for 18k gold (partially rubbed)

18th Century Zodiac Snake Betrothal Ring Size:7.5 This antique cross pendant isDATE: Georgian, c. 1750 An incredible mid 18th Century betrothal ring formed as a snake. It's engraved with all of the symbols of the zodiac (twice) around the outside, and inside a horseshoe, a heart pierced by an arrow, a key, and a bell (again, twice). The symbols all represent love or luck, and the snake represents fertility all the necessary ingredients for a long and happy marriage. It's likely, given the slightly crude nature of the