West African Saharan Tribal Snake Ring - Prestige Amulet - Size 7.5 - 52g traditional jewelry A distinctive example of cloisonné

A distinctive example of cloisonné beadwork

architectural silhouette along the neckline

The setting is silver-tone metal with a classic hook clasp

strung on leather cord and secured with a durable stainless steel shepherd's hook clasp and spring coil findings

The deep pearlescent color and ornate detailing capture the refined Art Deco–to–mid-century transition style typical of French hair accessories from this era

West African Saharan Tribal Snake Ring - Prestige Amulet - Size 7.5 - 52g traditional jewelry A distinctive example of cloisonnéA monumental 52g West African 'Snake' Amuletthe definitive masterpiece of this collection. This bypass style ring is a feat of traditional forging, utilizing over 50 grams of high grade ethnographic silver alloy to create a protective 'coil' around the finger. The architecture is exceptional: a thick, square profiled band that tapers into deeply stamped terminals. The entire exterior is a canvas of Saharan iconography, featuring high relief 'Eye'