Art Deco Diamond Serpent Charm turquoise matrix English hallmarks for 18k gold

English hallmarks for 18k gold (later added)

with stones set in silver (15k gold backed) designed to imitate ribbons

twisted at the top to form a bail

by Jaques Lablee

Art Deco Diamond Serpent Charm turquoise matrix English hallmarks for 18k goldDATE: Art Deco, c. 1920 Striking (literally) Art Deco period serpent pendant in 15k gold I want to say it's a viper? The snake is coiled around itself, jaws stretched wide about to strike it's prey: a millegrain bezel set old cut diamond. Stunningly realistic scale detailing hand engraved all down its length; and hand made in England during the 1920s. STONES Old Mine Cut Diamond MEASUREMENTS 1. 5 x 1. 4cm (not including jump ring) WEIGHT 1. 7g MARKS