My Spooky Wook: Snakes

I have a bit of a collection of snake-themed jewellery. Enough that I have a whole jewellery box dedicated to all things serpentine. Pictured above are the two oldest pieces in my snake nest — a mesh bracelet and brooch, probably from Edwardian times (pictured above). I was sad to see that the bracelet has lost one of its red paste eyes. I swear it was there last time I wore it.

In the 1800s, the serpent symbolized infinity and eternal love. Queen Victoria’s engagement ring was shaped like a snake. It became popular jewellery motif again the ’60s and ’70s with the release of the Elizabeth Taylor movie Cleopatra and the touring King Tut exhibit.

Here’s a ’70s era choker that I’m currently listing on eBay. I have a hard time wearing chokers (I don’t like tight things around my neck), but there’s a part of me that hopes it doesn’t sell.