Lot 33
A ruby and diamond double-headed snake ring, 1900-01
Auction: Lots 15 to 251 | Wednesday 22 October 2025 from 1pm
Description
Designed as two entwined 18 carat gold serpents, the head of each snake set with either a cushion-shaped ruby or an old brilliant-cut diamond, maker's mark A. Bros. for Ahronsberg Brothers, UK hallmark, ring size UK O½, US 8 EU 56, cased
Footnote
The Ahronsberg Brothers (Judah, Albert & Lionel) were Birmingham based jewellers and silversmiths. They first registered their mark with the Assay Office in April 1896. Originally located on Albion Street, Birmingham, they subsequently moved to the Century Buildings, Summerhill Road, Birmingham. That site still stands although is believed to be derelict at present. The Ahronsberg brothers changed their name to "Albury Brothers' in 1916, at the height of the First World War. The firm continued to operate well into the late 20th century.