Antique African Snake Cuff Bracelet Size:0.75" x 3.75" x 3.5" with an interior dimension of 3" while the opening measures 1.25" and greens throughout

and greens throughout

:: Partial prayer design motif with diamond shaped pinwheel guls encompassed by hook and latch design motif with interior field of germinating plants and main border in a meandering vine ram's horn style germinating flower

Some light isolated oxidation and tinting to minor areas found in the field and corner

Fully secured side cord selvages in multi-color polychrome

Antique African Snake Cuff Bracelet Size:0.75" x 3.75" x 3.5" with an interior dimension of 3" while the opening measures 1.25" and greens throughout:: Antique handmade African snake cuff bracelet. Exceptional antique circa first quarter 20th century, though possibly older, bracelet. Thought to be worn in order to protect the wearer from snake bites, though also given as part of a Dowry as a form of currency and to symbolize fertility in the new marriage. This piece is a unique collectible, with great craftsmanship having gone into its creation! As this item is antique, it may show signs of use,