Art Deco Bakelite Serpent Bangle Negligee where the swirling designs seamlessly

where the swirling designs seamlessly merge into the claws

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and bears English hallmarks for 9k gold

The French so feared their accuracy that they would cut off the first two fingers of any they captured

and punctuated by pairs of old cut diamonds

Art Deco Bakelite Serpent Bangle Negligee where the swirling designs seamlesslyDATE: Art Deco, c. 1920 An unusual serpent bangle bracelet, dating from the Art Deco period, circa 1920. Made from bakelite, it features two serpent heads set with dreamy pearl eyes and brass studded necks. It can be worn at the upper or lower arm or anywhere in between! Makes a great statement piece, especially for the summertime. Historically, the serpent has been a potent symbol of fertility, and, through the periodical shedding of their skin,