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The silver snake-headed multi-spiral bracelets are found in the context of the so-called Dacian silver treasures. [188] A significant fact regarding these treasures is the specificity of the time frame, from around 125 BC – 25 AD (one century). [ 189 ]
Calavaza started silversmithing in 1956 and learned the art from her husband, Juan. Her signature style depicts snakes winding around large gemstones—most commonly turquoise, coral, and onyx—set in sand cast silver pieces including earrings, necklaces, rings, bracelets, watches, and belt buckles.
The bracelet is gold, about eight centimeters in diameter and weighs around 500 grams. [10] It is a flattened band which is designed to wrap three times around the wearer's arm. [8] The bracelet has a head and tail carved to look like a snake, with glass-paste eyes and engraved scales. [8]
North American Indian Jewelry and Adornment: From Prehistory to the Present. New York: Harry N. Abrams, 1999: 170-171. ISBN 0-8109-3689-5. Haley, James L. Apaches: a history and culture portrait. Norman: University of Oklahoma Press, 1997. ISBN 978-0-8061-2978-5. Karasik, Carol. The Turquoise Trail: Native American Jewelry and Culture of the ...
Barry Powell suggested that the "snake goddess" reduced in legend into a folklore heroine was Ariadne (whose name might mean "utterly pure" or "the very holy one"), who is often depicted surrounded by Maenads and satyrs. [20] Hans Georg Wunderlich related the snake goddess with the Phoenician Astarte (virgin daughter). She was the goddess of ...
Elaith Craulnober, a fictional character often likened to a "silver snake" because of his appearance; Golden Dragon, Silver Snake, 1979 martial arts film directed by Godfrey Ho; The Case of the Silver Snake, 1988 film starring Jia Hongsheng; Silver Snakes, band affiliated with the Bridge 9 Records label; Silver Snakes, name of a Star Legion ...