Vintage Snake Earrings of 14k Gold and Onyx black flower The inside of the band

The inside of the band is engraved "1885" and it also bears some well worn initials

originally part of an antique stickpin (circa 1910)

creating a refined and organic composition characteristic of mid-19th-century jewelry

The pansy is 14k gold and adorned in yellow enamel with a pearl centerpiece

Vintage Snake Earrings of 14k Gold and Onyx black flower The inside of the bandA striking pair of Victorian Revival earrings, designed as 14 karat gold snakes gracefully wrapped around spinning onyx beads, each accented with single cut diamond eyes. The serpent motif, long associated with eternity, wisdom, and enduring love, enjoyed renewed popularity in the mid 20th century, making these earrings both symbolic and visually captivating. The earrings were thoughtfully created from vintage cufflinks dating to circa 19501960,