Medusa Ouroboros Necklace

A tiny version of Athena's shield, with the head of Medusa on the front and the Ouroboros symbol of eternity-- a snake eating its own tail-- on the reverse.

• Pewter amulet hangs from a rustic, embossed pewter connector, and 100% recycled silver chain
• Necklace closes with sterling silver toggle clasp
• Pendant is two sided and can be worn with either the snake or medusa facing forward

In ancient Greece, amulets featuring Medusa's head were called Gorgoneions. They were worn to ward off evil. In Greek, Medusa means "protectress" and these are guardian tresses indeed. This necklace is a modern version of a gorgoneion. 

This necklace is available in 3 lengths: 16" (41cm), 18" (45cm), or 20" (50cm). It is shown in the 18" length on my UK size 14 mannequin with a 14" (36cm) neck.

Medusa has come to symbolise the archetypal angry woman, with all the power that implies. Now is her time, is it not?

All pieces are made by hand or sourced with care from our home studio in Kirkwall, Orkney. Ally's designs are inspired by the wild, ancient Orkney landscape with its unique blend of Scottish and Norse culture and history.