Snake motif in jewelry

The Victorian era began in 1837, with the accession to power of Queen Victoria, and is named after her for a reason. Queen Victoria had a decisive and significant influence on issues of politics, economy, society, and culture.
Culture, women's rights and more... She was a role model throughout Europe in many areas of life, including social criticism, jewelry and fashion. Her influence and mark were evident until her death in 1901.

The engagement ring, which she received from her future husband, Prince Albert, was designed as a snake holding its tail in its mouth and of course immediately became one of the most popular and sought-after engagement rings throughout Europe.
The ring was designed with the inspiration and personal involvement of her then-fiancé and future husband, Prince Albert.
The snake holding its tail in its mouth symbolizes eternity, loyalty and unwavering love. The ring is set with an emerald – the birthstone of May – Queen Victoria was born on May 24, 1819.

There is no direct evidence regarding the specific designer, most likely it was Robert Phillips (1810-
1881) who created a series of snake bracelets that became a status symbol throughout the aristocracy in Europe.

Personal jewelry design was common and accepted among the upper class.

Snake jewelry was decorated with colorful enamel and goldsmithing that allowed for and imitated its flexibility.
and the movement of the snake, to create as natural an appearance as possible, with an emphasis on precise anatomical details.
Snakes were often set with rubies, sapphires, and emeralds, and each color had a meaning:

The red color of rubies symbolizes: passion and love, courage and energy, the birthstone of July.

The blue color of sapphires symbolized: faith and divinity, spiritual protection, harmony, royalty.
Power and honor. The stone of the month of September.

The green color of emerald stones symbolizes: loyalty and eternal love, a symbol of harmony and strengthening bonds.
Emotional, the birthstone of May

Most snake jewelry was designed as spiral bracelets and rings, but there were also brooches and earrings.