Alchemy Snake Bite Pewter Pendant

Seductive and dangerous, the Snake Bite pendant from Alchemy England captures the timeless symbolism of temptation and irreversible fate. Inspired by the tragic Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, this striking serpent necklace reflects the moment beauty and danger become one, where a single glance can change everything forever.

An ophidian portent of sudden doom. In Greek myth Eurydice was the wife of musician Orpheus, he played joyful songs whilst his bride danced. But alas, lustful Aristaeus, son of Apollo saw and pursued Eurydice, who stepped on a viper, was bitten, and died thereafter. Heartbroken, Orpheus journeyed to the Underworld to retrieve her, charming Hades and Persephone with his music and was allowed to regain his lost love, on the condition he wouldn't look back at her until they reached the upper world. Tragically, as they neared the threshold, Orpheus glanced back, and Eurydice vanished forever.

Handcrafted in fine English pewter, the pendant features a beautifully sculpted serpent with a polished finish that highlights every sinuous detail. Its hypnotic eyes are set with deep Siam red Austrian crystals, glowing with an intense crimson brilliance that draws the eye and enhances the pendant’s dark allure. The serpent has long been a symbol of desire, transformation, and forbidden knowledge, making this necklace both visually powerful and rich in meaning.

measuring H: 44mm (1.73″) W: 28mm (1.10″) D: 18mm (0.71″) and suspended from a 21-inch trace chain, Snake Bite is designed to stand out as a bold statement piece while remaining comfortable enough for everyday wear. Perfect for lovers of gothic romance, mythology-inspired jewellery, and symbolic adornment, this necklace is a daring expression of passion and mystery.

This striking hand polished pewter snake necklace captures that fatal moment of beauty and danger. The polished serpent's head gleams with dark allure, its hypnotic eyes inlaid with Austrian crystal in a deep Siam red. A symbol of desire, betrayal, and irreversible fate, this snake design embodies forbidden love and ancient myth, making it a powerful statement piece for those drawn to gothic romance, mythology-inspired jewellery, and bold symbolic adornment.

One glance was all it took, tempt fate and let desire bite back. As stunning serpent necklace for those that dare to wear!