? Vintage Sterling Silver Garuda Clasp Bracelet with 18K Gold Accents from Bali ? - Price: $75 in Irving, Illinois

This expertly crafted vintage clasp bracelet with a safety chain comes from Bali, Indonesia. The filigree workmanship is exquisite. Made of 925 sterling silver, there are two 18K gold leaf accents and a patina finish. An elegant accompaniment to the matching Garuda pendant.
The king of birds and an enemy of serpents, Garuda is the mythical bird that brought fire and light on the earth. He is also called "Bird of Life", "Phoenix" or "Bird of Fire". He is associated with the all consuming Sun's rays. It is he who brought the fire of life named Amrita.
Known as the eternal sworn enemy of the N?ga serpent race and for feeding exclusively on snakes, the image of Garuda is often used as the charm or amulet to protect the bearer from snake attack and its poison.
Indonesia uses the Garuda, Garuda Pancasila as its national symbol, and it has become a cultural symbol, the wooden statue and mask of Garuda is a popular artworks and souvenirs.