antique Victorian carved horn snake bypass bangle bracelet

antique Victorian carved horn snake bypass bangle bracelet Item Identification Material: Natural Animal Horn (most commonly water buffalo or bovine horn). It exhibits a warm, smooth, organic surface with subtle coloration grain under direct light, distinguishing it from cold glass or synthetic early plastics like Bakelite. Design Motif: The bracelet mimics a coiled serpent or snake, a highly prominent motif in Victorian era jewelry symbolizing eternal love and wisdom. The head features geometric line engravings and two distinct inlaid bone or shell dots representing the snake's eyes. The opposing end curves into a stylized hook clasp or tail wrap. Historical Context: Crafted in the late 19th century (circa 1870–1890), pieces like this were widely favored across Western Europe and the Americas as stylish daytime costume accents or tasteful mourning jewelry tokens due to their somber, matte black properties. No materials or maker's marks. 081026