Vintage Mystical Symbolic Charm Bracelet | Scarabs, Serpents and Dragon's Breath
Nine sculptural charms glide gracefully across two linked twin chains, each one carrying its own mystery. Two carved scarab guard the mysteries ancient Egypt and the past. A coiled serpent coils around a glossy black cabochon. A soaring dove symbolizes peace, while a fleur-de-lis evokes royalty and old-world elegance. Between them sparkle glowing dragon's breath glass, fiery amber rhinestones, faux amethyst, and rich peking like glass cabochons—each chosen like treasures gathered over a lifetime.
It feels less like jewelry...
...and more like a miniature cabinet of curiosities.
Unsigned and beautifully made, this bracelet captures the fascination with history, mythology, and symbolism that defined boutique jewelry during the late 1960s and early 1970s.
At Mon Luxe Vintage, we love pieces that invite conversation. This is the sort of bracelet someone notices from across the room—and asks about before they ask your name.
Why We Love It
"The most captivating collections are never built around matching pieces—they're built around fascinating ones. This bracelet feels like a treasure box you can wear."
The Details
- Late 1960s–1970s
- Unsigned
- Matte gold-tone finish
- Nine sliding sculptural charms
- Faux dragon's breath glass cabochon
- Faux carved scarabs
- Faux turquoise cabochons
- Faux amethyst cabochon
- Amber rhinestone
- Serpent, dove, fleur-de-lis, and other symbolic motifs
- Fold-over clasp
Measurements
- Length: 7½"
- Charms: approximately ¾" each
Condition - Good
From the Archive
Throughout the late 1960s and 1970s, jewelry designers embraced symbols drawn from ancient civilizations and folklore. Scarabs represented rebirth and protection. Serpents symbolized wisdom, transformation, and eternity. Birds often represented freedom or peace, while the fleur-de-lis remained an enduring emblem of nobility and craftsmanship.
Designers frequently combined these motifs into a single piece, creating jewelry meant to be interpreted rather than simply admired. Today these symbolic compositions feel wonderfully timeless, appealing equally to collectors, stylists, and lovers of maximalist fashion.