The Bite Magazine - Spring/Summer 2025 - Issue 37

bitejewellery Belle Epoch Style Platinum Diamond and Emerald Necklace feature a heart-shaped diamond accented by European-cut diamonds and calibre-cut emeralds fixed on a platinum chain. The Art Deco-Inspired Platinum Aquamarine and Diamond Ring is centred around a 5.52-carat oval-cut aquamarine flanked by matching 0.81-carat French- cut diamonds and further accented with 22 additional European-cut diamonds weighing 1.32 carats. An- other piece is the Platinum Orange Sapphire and Di- amond Ring, which has a 1.81-carat orange sapphire set in platinum and accentuated by 56 European-cut diamonds weighing 0.39 carats. Furthermore, the brand invites us to explore the en- during allure of serpent-inspired designs. Through- out history, snakes have captivated our imaginations, symbolising eternity, wisdom, and transformation. During the Victorian era, Queen Victoria sparked a trend in serpent jewellery with her iconic engagement ring from Prince Albert, a coiled snake adorned with emeralds, rubies, and diamonds. The design embod- ied eternal love, loyalty, and the union of two souls. The snake’s ability to shed its skin (usually two to four times a year) is a metaphor for personal growth and rebirth, making it a powerful emblem for those seek- ing a meaningful, symbolic piece of jewellery. Serpent motifs worn in rings, bracelets, or necklaces have re- mained a favourite throughout centuries, with myste- rious and striking designs appealing to collectors and modern jewellery lovers who appreciate their timeless charm. These pieces include the 14-karat White Gold Dia- mond and Ruby Snake Brooch, the 14-karat Yellow Gold Snake Chain with a 1.6 mm round snake chain measuring 20 inches in length, and the 14-karat Yel- low Gold Snake Ring measuring 18 mm in width set with an estimated 0.15 carat round, brilliant cut dia- mond. The Vintage 18-karat Yellow Gold Snake Ring features a cobalt blue enamel gemstone, while the Vintage 14-karat Yellow Gold and Garnet Snake Ring have two ruby gemstones as eyes. Visit Levy’s Fine Jewellery’s website for an extensive selection of antique and vintage, estate designer, and coloured stone jewellery, fashion rings, bracelets, earrings, necklaces and pendants, pearls, pins and brooches, engagement and wedding rings and bands, and watches. https://levysfinejewelry.com