Pavé Turquoise Heart and Serpent Pendant

Plump pavé turquoise Victorian heart pendant with a serpent border. c.1840.

15 ct gold.

Glazed locket back.

9 ct gold split ring bale.

Heart 3cm by 2.2 cm.

Victorian snake and turquoise jewellery symbolized eternal love, wisdom, and protection, heavily popularized after Prince Albert gave Queen Victoria a snake engagement ring in 1839. The encircling snake represents unending devotion,while turquoise symbolises friendship, fortune, and a promise of love.