Victorian Sapphire Coiled Serpent Brooch bulgari Roman 1st Century AD

Roman 1st Century AD

this scarab is holding a turquoise-set sun disk between its two front legs

Typically Georgian in style

perfectly showcased by the minimal claw settings and thin bar body

Jewellery of the period was often directly inspired by celestial objects or spacecraft (Sputnik

Victorian Sapphire Coiled Serpent Brooch bulgari Roman 1st Century ADDATE: Victorian, c. 1880 A stunning antique coiled serpent brooch dating from the late 19th century. It's French, made circa 1880, and crafted in 18k yellow gold with a sapphire brain; it's beautifully proportioned and has taken on the most gorgeous antique patina. STONES Sapphire MEASUREMENTS 2. 8 x 2. 7cm WEIGHT 3. 6g MARKS French 18k gold hallmarks CONDITION Excellent, with fine antique patina