Antique Ouroboros Snake Pendant of Enamel Pearl and 12k Gold gold omega chain and the craftsmanship of a

and the craftsmanship of a bygone era

The back bears a rose

deftly rendered in glossy purple and white enamel

there is some minor wear to the enamel (visible under extremely close inspection)

aiming an arrow with perfect poise against a machine-turned gold backdrop that adds depth and shimmer

Antique Ouroboros Snake Pendant of Enamel Pearl and 12k Gold gold omega chain and the craftsmanship of aSymbolic and steeped in sentiment, this antique mourning pendant (dated 1848) features a beautiful snake coiled protectively around a luminous pearl, crafted in warm 12k gold and rich black enamel. The snakea powerful symbol of eternity, protection, and the cyclical nature of lifewas a cherished motif in Victorian mourning jewelry, offering comfort through its deeply rooted symbolism. The reverse of the pendant bears a poignant hand engraved