Snake jewelry has been around since ancient times. Snakes are one of the most diverse mythological symbols. Depending on the culture, snake jewelry meaning varies from a symbol of rebirth and transformation to immortality, healing, and fertility.
Serpent jewelry was extremely popular during the Art Nouveau period. Being a part of nature, snake motif was just right for jewelry design of that time. Many of the diamond or colored gemstone eyed snake rings, wrapped around gold snake bracelets and Art Nouveau necklaces came from that era.
For the next fifty years snake as an element for jewelry making was gradually losing its popularity. It started thriving again in the 1960s, when such designers as Cartier, Bulgari and Boucheron started to implement the reptile shape in their collections.
Those collections were approved by many celebrities and jewelry aficionados. Since then, snake jewelry has never gone out of style. Today wearing a snake piece means wearing something cool, powerful, and edgy.
Circa:1970s
Materials:18k Yellow Gold
Gemstone:Emerald Oval Faceted, 15 Carats Total.
Diamond Single, Rose, Round Full Cuts, G-H/VS, 2 Carats Total
Weight:39.6 Grams
Measurements:Width 3/8" (1 cm), Front Width (from head to tail) is 2" (5.5 cm), Fits up to 7-inch Wrist
Hallmarks:750
A unique vintage snake bangle bracelet, made of 18k gold, featuring emerald and diamonds. The body of the snake is set with a series of oval faceted cut emeralds. Each gemstone is set in a scalloped bezel setting that allows their deep green hues to be fully appreciated. The diamonds are set diagonally between the emeralds in a rhythmic pattern. The snake’s head is carefully detailed, and features diamonds clustered on the top. This vintage bangle has a whimsical yet refined character that feels both playful and chic.