The snake goddess of Minoan Crete is one anthropological indication to historians that society in peace-loving Crete was centered around the woman as opposed to most other types of society then and now. This is one of the first Matriarchal societies known to historians as old as 3650 BC. Snake Jewelry was worn, renown and admired throughout anci...

The snake goddess of Minoan Crete is one anthropological indication to historians that society in peace-loving Crete was centered around the woman as opposed to most other types of society then and now. This is one of the first Matriarchal societies known to historians as old as 3650 BC. Snake Jewelry was worn, renown and admired throughout ancient Greece but nowhere did it have as much religious importance as amongst Minoan women. The snake was a sacred symbol of protection of the home.  Find some of the finest specimens of silver sacred snake jewelry from our beautiful selection of snake rings, snake bracelets, snake earrings and snake necklaces.