Roman snake ring, silvered bronze

Product description

The ring is a replica of a 1st–2nd century Roman original, crafted in the shape of a snake. Snakes were frequently featured in Roman art. The ring is available in sizes S, M, and L.

The snake was a common motif in Roman art and jewellery, believed to protect the prosperity of the household.

In ancient Greek culture and the Nordic Bronze Age, the snake symbolised healing. The snake worship observed in Roman culture may have originated in Macedonia, where the snake was believed to be a symbol of fertility. For this reason, women gladly wore jewellery in the shape of a snake.