Mid-Century Costume Enamel & Paste Snake Collar almandine garnet 18ct of Brilliant Cut Diamonds

18ct of Brilliant Cut Diamonds

the emerald

The obverse depicts a lion trampling a monster with an eagle head and a snake head

a charming Egyptian Revival sarcophagus and mummy charm crafted in 9k gold

This particular style of skull is known in the trade as a "pumpkin head"

Mid-Century Costume Enamel & Paste Snake Collar almandine garnet 18ct of Brilliant Cut DiamondsDATE: Mid Century Costume, c. 1940 A cool and unusual costume piece dating from the Mid Century, 1940. Modelled as a snake, this collar features a mesh body, designed to be flexible and also simulate snake scales. The head and tail is finished in vibrant blue enamel, set with a purple and white paste stone "brain", eyes and neck. The head attaches itself to the snakes body, letting you decide on the length around your neck! Crafted in silver gilt, it