Victorian Carved Ebony Skull Pendant with Diamond Eyes post mortem 5" x 5" at widest

5" x 5" at widest point

each little gesture takes on a symbolic meaning that often spans seas

It is obvious that this toy has been played with and well loved

Keep away from moisture

It was believed that if you were lost

Victorian Carved Ebony Skull Pendant with Diamond Eyes post mortem 5" x 5" at widestA macabre reminder to live life to the fullest for one day you too shall die, memento mori jewelry rose to the height of fashion in the 16th through 18th centuries. Representing both life and death, the imagery of a skull, crossbones and even entire skeletons became commonplace on everyday jewelry serving not only as a reminder of one's mortality and self knowledge but also as a symbol of one's faith. Predominantly adorned by those of wealth who could