Some designs begin as a feeling long before they ever become a piece of jewellery. This one started with a memory, simple, but powerful.
When I was younger, my mum wore a ruby snake ring. I remember asking to look at it, holding her hand still so I could take it in properly. Something about the mystery of it, stayed with me. I didn’t know anything about symbolism then, I just knew it felt different.
Years later, another moment arrived, small, unexpected, but meaningful. My aunty was clearing out a cupboard at work when she found a tiny preserved lizard. She gave it to me for Christmas, glued onto a piece of driftwood. It was quirky, thoughtful, and a little odd in the best way.
Because of its shape, my first thought was, This would make an incredible piece of jewellery. But life carried on, and I didn’t get around to it for a long time.
When I finally felt ready to make something for myself, I came back to that little lizard. I moulded it, used silver clay to capture its texture, and created several segments of its back. Then I soldered them together, piece by piece, until they formed the length and curve needed for a ring.
What began as a forgotten curiosity in a cupboard became the backbone, literally, of a design that holds so much meaning for me now.
The Ancient Symbolism of Snakes
Across cultures and centuries, snakes have held deep meaning. Almost every ancient tradition saw them not as creatures to fear, but as powerful symbols of life, death, and transformation.
In Ancient Greece, snakes were linked to healing and rebirth, the serpent coiled around the staff of Asclepius is still the symbol of medicine today.
In Ancient Egypt, snakes were protectors of pharaohs and sacred spaces, symbols of sovereignty and hidden wisdom.
In Hindu traditions, the serpent represents kundalini, the life force rising through the body, awakening inner power and truth.
In Norse and Celtic lore, the serpent bridges worlds, earth and sky, conscious and subconscious, a guide into deeper knowing.
Even in European folklore, snakes were tied to the land itself, to cycles, seasons, and the quiet wisdom of nature.
Across all of these stories, one theme repeats: Renewal | Shedding | Becoming
Snakes outgrow their skin again and again. They leave behind what no longer fits. They transform, not once, but throughout their whole lives. There’s something incredibly human about that.
What does the snake ring symbolise?
The snake ring symbolises renewal, power, and becoming. It’s for anyone rising into their next chapter, releasing what’s outgrown, and choosing to reclaim a truer, steadier version of themselves.
Common meanings include:
- Renewal and rebirth
- Protection and grounding
- Personal power
- Intuition and inner wisdom
- Sensuality and self-trust
- Evolution and self-discovery
But it also carries whatever story you bring to it. A snake ring is as symbolic as it is personal, a reminder of the version of yourself you are becoming.
What is the spiritual meaning of snakes?
Spiritually, snakes are seen as guides through periods of change. They represent the ability to release old layers, to rise into a new phase of life with clarity, and to trust the quiet instincts that lead us forward. Many traditions view the serpent as a symbol of awakening, not a loud, dramatic kind, but the gentle unfolding of inner truth.
Snakes teach us that transformation can be slow, steady, and deeply personal. That shedding isn’t losing, it’s allowing space for the new.
Is it okay to wear a snake ring?
Yes, deeply. Snake rings have been worn for thousands of years, often as symbols of:
- Protection
- Rebirth
- Strength
- Feminine power
- Intuitive knowing
There’s no taboo in wearing one. If anything, feeling drawn to this symbol is meaningful in its own way, a sign that something in its message speaks to your own chapter of growth.
On which finger should I wear a snake ring?
There’s no “right” finger for a snake ring, but each carries its own quiet symbolism. Choosing where to wear yours can be part of your intention.
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Index finger: direction, self-assurance, stepping into power
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Middle finger: balance, self-truth, clarity
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Ring finger: devotion, commitment to what matters (including to yourself)
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Little finger: intuition, expression, communication
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Thumb: identity, willpower, self-determination
But the most important thing is simple: wear it where it feels most natural, where it feels like you.
Birthstones & Personal Meaning
If you choose to add a birthstone to your Silver Snake Ring, it becomes even more personal, whether you pick your own, choose one for someone you love, or follow the stone you simply feel drawn to. Each birthstone carries its own gentle message, a small reminder of the energy you want to invite in or honour.
✧ Garnet — January
Courage | Strength | Love
A quiet, steady fire for the heart.
✧ Amethyst — February
Calm | Clarity | Intuition
A breath of stillness after a long day.
✧ Aquamarine — March
Peace | Trust | Soft courage
Clear truth. Calm strength.
✧ Diamond — April
Strength | Truth | Light
Inner clarity and unshakeable confidence.
✧ Emerald — May
Love | Healing | Growth
Gentle heart energy and steady renewal.
✧ Moonstone — June
Intuition | Emotion | Flow
A reminder to trust your rhythm.
✧ Ruby — July
Love | Energy | Confidence
Warmth, passion, and bold self-belief.
✧ Peridot — August
Hope | Renewal | Fresh energy
Lightness after rain. New beginnings.
✧ Sapphire — September
Truth | Wisdom | Steady strength
Calm focus and honest clarity.
✧ Pink Tourmaline — October
Self-love | Kindness | Renewal
Softness, healing, and emotional release.
✧ Citrine — November
Joy | Confidence | Abundance
Sunlight, possibility, and hopeful energy.
✧ Tanzanite — December
Calm | Intuition | Soft strength
Quiet guidance and inner peace.
A Piece for Becoming
This ring is for the one rising into their next chapter, slowly, gently, bravely. For the person evolving, even if quietly. For the soul who knows change is happening within them, long before the world sees it.
A small symbol of renewal. A steady reminder of strength. A talisman of becoming.
Explore the Silver Snake Ring, a symbol of renewal, strength, and the chapter you’re stepping into.
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