For sale is a pinchbeck Victorian era sash buckle featuring turqupise detail and garnet eyes Circa 1840s. This is sold with a 5cm velvet ribbon choker but can be worn as a belt buckle or on a lapel. It features an ingenious sprung hinge (see pictures).

This buckle features an intricately designed serpent with turquoise detail and garnet eyes. Symbolizing eternal love, wisdom, and transformation, the snake motif was a prized symbol in Victorian-era jewellery. Turquoise, associated with protection and positive energy, adds significance to this buckle. Snakes symbolized eternal love, wisdom, and transformation, embodying the cyclical nature of life. Their romantic symbolism was popularized  by Queen Victoria's engagement ring.

Pinchbeck is a type of metal alloy that was popular in the 18th and 19th centuries, named after its inventor Christopher Pinchbeck. It typically consists of a combination of copper and zinc, and sometimes other metals. Pinchbeck closely resembles gold in appearance.

Height 8cm

Width 2cm

Good antique condition. Please examine the pixtures as they form part of the description.