Victorian Ouroboros Serpent Collar

Victorian Ouroboros Serpent CollarVictorian serpent collar, circa 1890. There were two waves of snake collar popularity during the 19th century, one around the 1830s 40s and one towards the end of the century. The earlier examples tended to be much more ornate, often decorated with elaborate chased detailing and studded with gemstones; the second wave snakes, like this one, are far more cartoonish minimalist in design and I absolutely love them. Super weird, and super charming. This

and jewellers who drew influence from ancient techniques

inspired by Sputnik

The rope-link section tests as 9ct

Thoth was believed to have the ability to control time and measure the movements of the moon and stars

the circular shape representing eternity

Adorable antique serpent earrings dating from the early Victorian period

circa 1870Length: 5

Cool antique cigar band dating from the Victorian era with London hallmarks from the year 1880

Metal: Base metal / pinchbeck

English hallmarks from the year 1979

Marks: None present

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