Ouroboros Pendant Sterling Silver | Dragon Charm | Made in USA

The Ouroboros -- the ancient serpent devouring its own tail -- has symbolized eternity and cyclical renewal since Egyptian funerary texts of 1,400 BCE. This version is cast in solid .925 sterling silver, Made in USA.

The lost-wax casting method used here is itself an ancient technology, dating back 6,500 years. At 4.3 grams, this is a substantial piece of solid silver; hollow mass-produced versions use metal barely thicker than foil, but this Ouroboros has the weight and coolness that only solid casting delivers.

The dragon-serpent forms a complete circle as it consumes its own tail, creating an unbroken ring of sterling silver one inch in diameter. The scales, head, and jaw are rendered in precise 3D relief, making this piece as much a miniature sculpture as a charm. A sterling silver jump ring is included and attached.

Carries deep meaning for students of alchemy, Jungian psychology, Norse mythology fans who know it as Jormungandr, or anyone drawn to symbols of infinity and self-renewal. Wear it as a pendant on a leather cord or silver chain, or feature it on a bracelet dedicated to ancient symbols.