Antique Gold, Silver & Amethyst Snake Collar carved shell cameo Austria-Hungary was a constitutional monarchy

Austria-Hungary was a constitutional monarchy that was created in 1867 and was dissolved in 1918

and would be a true treasure to anyone who loves all creatures of the night

it will look just amazing on a chain or ribbon at your throat

Comprised of beads which form the snaky segments

During WWII

Antique Gold, Silver & Amethyst Snake Collar carved shell cameo Austria-Hungary was a constitutional monarchyThe snake motif has been utilized in jewelry since the Ancients. Long considered as a symbol of royalty and wisdom, it has been documented that Cleopatra was famous for her snake jewelry. Later, the design was popularized during the Victorian Era when Prince Albert famously presented Queen Victoria with an engagement ring in the form of a snake. Representing eternal love, that ring caused a sensation, and snake jewelry has been a fashion statement