Metal: 18K gold gilted Earrings

Length: The snake measures 15mm x 20mm

Bottom Pendant Size: Approx. 20mm x 15mm

What You Should Know: A spectacular pair of Victorian earrings in superb condition. Hook earring drops.

The cyclical nature of life is unending. Renewal and rebirth. The seasons endlessly turning over. Each day a cycle in and of itself.

The ouroboros is an ancient symbol, depicting a serpent consuming its own tail, creating a circular, cyclical shape. While it is unclear where the emblem first appeared, many cultures throughout history have favored the symbolism of this image. Cultures imbue the ouroboros with different meanings, but the most common are around cyclicality and eternity. The unending nature of the universe, and life itself. Similar to circles that have an unbroken bond, the ouroboros is associated with eternal love and unity. In some places, the symbol even has religious or mystical underpinnings.

These awesome earrings are the most remarkable example of pristine, meaningful Victorian sentimentality. Snakes were a popular symbol of love and the ouroboros adds another layer of significance for a pair of unique and exceptional earrings.