Georgian Mourning Pendant | 18k Gold Pendant with Optional 10k Chain butterfly earrings Snakes have been long time

Snakes have been long time symbols of renewal and restoration

adding a subtle touch of sparkle and refinement

It has a lustrous white pearl accent at its center and another pearl accent on its stem

The box measures 1 inch tall by 1

Our jeweler removed the pin stems and welded them together to transform them into this fantastic linear pendant

Georgian Mourning Pendant | 18k Gold Pendant with Optional 10k Chain butterfly earrings Snakes have been long timeIf this pendant could talk, oh the stories it might tell! Stories of early 18th century life, of the individual whose hair was used in the painting, of the artisan who created this miniature , and of the many owners who must have lovingly treasured this piece for over 200 years. This antique mourning pendant was originally a Georgian era stick pin (circa 1770). It is mounted in 18k gold and depicts a classically robed woman (symbolizing grief) with