Antique Gold and Turquoise Snake Necklace

Description:

Antique Gold and Turquoise Snake Necklace, the head pave-set with turquoise cabochons, cabochon ruby and rose-cut diamond accents, completed by flexible scale links set with turquoise cabochons; together with a similar pair of earclips; lg. 15 3/4, 7/8 in.
Estimate $3,000-5,000

Overall good, barring normal wear with age. One turquoise cabochon missing. Turquoise is not uniformly matched as some of the cabochons have turned green with age. One cabochon eye chipped, not obtrusive, only loupe visible. Does seem to hold 18kt gold acid when tested.