Step into the elegance of a bygone era with this lovely 14k gold snake bracelet, a timeless representation of Victorian-era artistry and symbolism. With its beautiful craftsmanship and captivating details, this piece offers more than just beauty—it tells a story.
Material: Tested solid 585 14K gold.
Weight: 38.7 grams.
Size: The inside dimension is approximately 6.5 inches, making it ideal for a smaller wrist size. The width at the top is approximately 1 inch wide, tapering to 7/8 inch wide around the rest of the bracelet.
Design: A beautifully coiled snake motif, symbolizing eternal love, transformation, and protection, hallmarks of Victorian sentimentality.
Eyes: Set with agate cabochons, these lifelike eyes feature intricate banding with a lighter outer ring resembling the sclera and a darker center that mimics a pupil. This creates a stunning, almost animate effect.
Clasp & Safety Chain: Features a secure clasp with a safety chain, ensuring the bracelet stays in place while highlighting its thoughtful craftsmanship.
Condition: The bracelet shows light scratches and a few small undulating dents, partially on the snake's head, which blend harmoniously into the piece’s natural flow and organic design. These subtle marks reflect its age and history, adding to its vintage charm. It remains a stunning, wearable piece of history.
Markings: The bracelet features faint hand-engraved initials on the clasp. While not marked with a gold hallmark, the bracelet has been tested and confirmed as 14K gold by a professional jeweler.
Symbolism: Snakes were cherished symbols of eternity, wisdom, and fidelity during the Victorian era.
