Antique jewelry Snakes : Antique ring or other jewel, discover their meaning

The first bestiary jewelry featuring snakes appeared during the Restoration. Still very much in vogue under Napoleon III, this highly symbolic animal is most often illustrated in the form of an antique ring, antique bracelet or brooch. Referring to the biblical text "Be careful like the serpent", the reptile is also a symbol of love and fidelity.

It was offered as an engagement or wedding ring to both men and women. The boa or coiled snake, which bites its tail, is the ultimate symbol of eternal love.

These snake jewels and in particular the snake rings are worn with the head going up on the finger, in the direction of the heart, in reference to its symbolism.

Highly prized or hated, the snake jewelry fascinates and intrigues. The most beautiful creations present a precise detail of chiseling of the scales and eyes set with precious stones. 

The 60's took up this bestiary theme and variations with more geometric lines were born.