A Near Eastern Bronze Snake Head Torque, Parthian Period, ca. 247 BCE - 224 CE Glass A particularly well-preserved example of

A particularly well-preserved example of a sandstone concretion is on display at the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History in Washington

indicating its original use as a hair ornament

is ridged on both long sides

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A Near Eastern Bronze Snake Head Torque, Parthian Period, ca. 247 BCE - 224 CE Glass A particularly well-preserved example ofThis charming bronze torque is characterized by its elegantly curved hoop, terminating in serpent heads. The snakes are rendered with detailed incised scales, showcasing the craftsmanship of the period. The remainder of the hoop remains unadorned, allowing the intricate serpent heads to take center stage. Snakes in the ancient world were symbols of rebirth and protection, attributed with meanings ranging from wisdom to eternal love, and were often