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Pendant Memento Mori Red Corallum Rubrum Italy 18th Century
Pendant Memento Mori Red Corallum Rubrum Italy 18th Century

Pendant Memento Mori Red Corallum Rubrum Italy 18th Century

Located in Firenze, IT

A hook is attached to the top of the skull, from which hangs a ring made of the same material, designed to allow it to be worn as a pendant or amulet. This pendant can also be interp...

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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

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Silver

David Yurman Memento Mori Skull Pendant Necklace in Sterling Silver
David Yurman Memento Mori Skull Pendant Necklace in Sterling Silver

David Yurman Memento Mori Skull Pendant Necklace in Sterling Silver

By David Yurman

Located in New York, NY

Brand David Yurman Memento Mori Collection For Men Material Sterling Silver Pendant Dimension: Length:15mm length with Bail:20mm Width:8.5mm Condition New Comes with David Yurman P...

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Antique Silver Memento Mori Skull Pendant Necklace, Italy Circa 1780s
Antique Silver Memento Mori Skull Pendant Necklace, Italy Circa 1780s

Antique Silver Memento Mori Skull Pendant Necklace, Italy Circa 1780s

Located in Firenze, IT

This pendant belongs within the typology of the Memento Mori, symbolic objects that were intended to make the owner meditate on the transience of life, encouraging to live wisely and...

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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

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Early Victorian Memento memorial Large Gold Pendant
Early Victorian Memento memorial Large Gold Pendant

Early Victorian Memento memorial Large Gold Pendant

Located in Chicago, IL

Circa 1850 possibly British Memento Mori memorial 2 sided pendant, Yellow Gold and measuring 1 5/8 inches in diameter, with a hand painted memorial scene on one side covered by a fac...

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Antique 1850s British Pendant Necklaces

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Black Enamel Heart Necklace with Diamonds, Gold Puffed Heart Pearl Pendant
Black Enamel Heart Necklace with Diamonds, Gold Puffed Heart Pearl Pendant

Black Enamel Heart Necklace with Diamonds, Gold Puffed Heart Pearl Pendant

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Materials: 14k gold plated brass with black enamel on a gold plated brass chain with white enamel Gemstone: Single cut white diamonds, white pearls Color: Gold, black, white Design: ...

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2010s Victorian Chain Necklaces

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Skull Pendant Necklace Memento Mori Medal Emerald Stone
Skull Pendant Necklace Memento Mori Medal Emerald Stone

Skull Pendant Necklace Memento Mori Medal Emerald Stone

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Skull Pendant Necklace Memento Mori Medal Emerald Stone Designer J DAUPHIN The Memento Mori Medal Necklace is a structural statement piece handcrafted in 14k gold-plated brass.

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2010s Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Emerald, 14k Gold, Gold Plate, Brass

Skull Necklace Emerald Memento Mori Medal Pendant Gold
Skull Necklace Emerald Memento Mori Medal Pendant Gold

Skull Necklace Emerald Memento Mori Medal Pendant Gold

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

14k Gold Plated Necklace Memento Mori Medal Emerald Skull Pendant Designer J DAUPHIN The Memento Mori Medal Necklace is a structural statement piece handcrafted in 14k gold-plated ...

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2010s Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Black Diamond Heart Necklace Black Enamel Puffy Heart Pendant Gold

Black Diamond Heart Necklace Black Enamel Puffy Heart Pendant Gold

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Materials: 14k gold plated brass with hand painted black enamel Gemstone: Black diamond Color: Gold, black Design: Dimensional puffy heart pendant in black enamel set with black diam...

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Materials

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Fine Victorian Memento Mori Locket on Necklace
Fine Victorian Memento Mori Locket on Necklace

Fine Victorian Memento Mori Locket on Necklace

Located in Toronto, Ontario

A fine example of these handsome hand crafted necklaces from the late 19th century, rarely found in the marketplace today. The polished 18K yellow gold necklace is comprised of ni...

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Antique 1880s Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Natural Pearl, Pearl, 18k Gold, Sterling Silver

Memento Mori Tiny Skull Pendant in 14k Gold by Alex Jacques Designs
Memento Mori Tiny Skull Pendant in 14k Gold by Alex Jacques Designs

Memento Mori Tiny Skull Pendant in 14k Gold by Alex Jacques Designs

By Alex Jacques Designs

Located in Providence, RI

Love skulls? This tiny memento mori skull charm is the lightweight pendant for you then.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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14k Gold

Antique Georgian Memento Mori Skull Coral Pendant 1800s
Antique Georgian Memento Mori Skull Coral Pendant 1800s

Antique Georgian Memento Mori Skull Coral Pendant 1800s

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

This fabulous Georgian hand carved Memento Mori skull is genuine Georgian. Memento mori means remember that you must die and to cherish each day as it is a reminder of the imminence...

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Ark Design, Pendant, Diamonds, Sapphires, Rubies, Citrine,  Gold, Enamel
Ark Design, Pendant, Diamonds, Sapphires, Rubies, Citrine,  Gold, Enamel

Ark Design, Pendant, Diamonds, Sapphires, Rubies, Citrine, Gold, Enamel

Located in New York, NY

The back of the body is engraved with “Memento Mori” symbols. The pendant does not come with a chain.

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21st Century and Contemporary American Renaissance Pendant Necklaces

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Pendant Memento Mori Red Corallum Rubrum  Italy 18th Century
Pendant Memento Mori Red Corallum Rubrum  Italy 18th Century

Pendant Memento Mori Red Corallum Rubrum Italy 18th Century

Located in Firenze, IT

Height x width x depth: 3.5 x 2 x 3 cm. Weight: 24 g. "Memento Mori" Vanitas represented by a Red Mediterranean Corallum Rubrum skull carved in the round; in the upper side a ring. ...

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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

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Silver

Corallium Rubrum Memento Mori Italy 18th Century
Corallium Rubrum Memento Mori Italy 18th Century

Corallium Rubrum Memento Mori Italy 18th Century

Located in Firenze, IT

Height x width x depth: 3.5 x 2 x 3 cm. Weight: 24 g. "Memento Mori" Vanitas represented by a Red Mediterranean Corallum Rubrum skull carved in the round; in the upper side a ring. ...

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Antique Late 18th Century Italian Neoclassical Pendant Necklaces

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Silver

David Yurman Memento Mori Skull Pendant 18k Gold 1.03ct Diamonds Emeralds 4200
David Yurman Memento Mori Skull Pendant 18k Gold 1.03ct Diamonds Emeralds 4200

David Yurman Memento Mori Skull Pendant 18k Gold 1.03ct Diamonds Emeralds 4200

By David Yurman

Located in Northbrook, IL

Presenting a striking David Yurman creation: a pendant necklace featuring a skull design encrusted with dazzling white diamonds. The skull is meticulously crafted in 18k gold, with a...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Emerald, 18k Gold

Georgian 15k Gold Enamel Memento Mori Skull Locket Charm, Circa 1820
Georgian 15k Gold Enamel Memento Mori Skull Locket Charm, Circa 1820

Georgian 15k Gold Enamel Memento Mori Skull Locket Charm, Circa 1820

Located in Altrincham, GB

A cool antique Memento Mori locket charm, dating from the Georgian period, circa 1820. It centres around a domed enamelled skull and crossbones, set behind a glass panel with a gorge...

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Antique 1820s English Georgian Pendant Necklaces

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Wendy Brandes Memento Mori Skull 18K Gold Locket Necklace With Black Diamonds
Wendy Brandes Memento Mori Skull 18K Gold Locket Necklace With Black Diamonds

Wendy Brandes Memento Mori Skull 18K Gold Locket Necklace With Black Diamonds

By Wendy Brandes

Located in New York, NY

Wendy has always been inspired by skulls, as artists have been for centuries. Skull jewelry is known by the Latin phrase "Memento mori" -- "remember you are mortal." This particular ...

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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Diamond, Black Diamond, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Rhodium

Victorian Memento Mori Jet or Charcoal Skull with Rose Cut Diamond Eyes
Victorian Memento Mori Jet or Charcoal Skull with Rose Cut Diamond Eyes

Victorian Memento Mori Jet or Charcoal Skull with Rose Cut Diamond Eyes

Located in Fairfield, CT

This striking vintage skull pendant is a captivating piece of jewelry that blends gothic charm with classic elegance. The pendant is skillfully carved from what appears to be jet or ...

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Star Ball Pendant Necklace White Diamond Black Diamond Black Enamel Memento Mori
Star Ball Pendant Necklace White Diamond Black Diamond Black Enamel Memento Mori

Star Ball Pendant Necklace White Diamond Black Diamond Black Enamel Memento Mori

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Star Ball Pendant Necklace White Diamond Black Diamond Black Enamel Memento Mori Material Silver Chain is Silver and has a few details in brass Length: Long 26" Designer: J DAUPHI...

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2010s Indian Contemporary Chain Necklaces

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Rare Georgian Memento Mori Pendant, Skull and Jesus, 18th Century, Bone
Rare Georgian Memento Mori Pendant, Skull and Jesus, 18th Century, Bone

Rare Georgian Memento Mori Pendant, Skull and Jesus, 18th Century, Bone

Located in NEWARK, GB

Almost certainly a Memento Mori piece the subject is open to interpretation though it is likely to have some relation to life and death, the two passages of human life, good and evil...

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Antique 18th Century British Georgian Pendant Necklaces

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Steel

Memento Mori Vesta Case on Chain, 1913
Memento Mori Vesta Case on Chain, 1913

Memento Mori Vesta Case on Chain, 1913

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W 1.56 in D 0.36 in L 1.99 in

Memento Mori Vesta Case on Chain, 1913

Located in Northampton, MA

Created —and fully hallmarked— in Birmingham, England in 1913 by the venerable silversmith, Robert Chandler, this is an original and extremely rare moment mori vesta case with a full...

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Vintage 1910s Pendant Necklaces

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Silver, Steel

Wendy Brandes White Sapphire Eyes Memento Mori Skull Gold Pendant Necklace
Wendy Brandes White Sapphire Eyes Memento Mori Skull Gold Pendant Necklace

Wendy Brandes White Sapphire Eyes Memento Mori Skull Gold Pendant Necklace

By Wendy Brandes

Located in New York, NY

18K yellow gold, satin finish. Available **with or without black rhodium detail. White sapphires, totaling approximately 30 points. Made in New York City. For additional photos or qu...

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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Sapphire

Memento Mori Skull Amulet in Sterling Silver 925
Memento Mori Skull Amulet in Sterling Silver 925

Memento Mori Skull Amulet in Sterling Silver 925

By David Yurman

Located in New York, NY

Brand David Yurman Memento Mori Collection For Men Material Sterling Silver Pendant Dimension: Length:15mm length with Bail:20mm Width:8.5mm Condition New Comes with David Yurman P...

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21st Century and Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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Sterling Silver

Attilio Codognato Memento Mori Double Face Medallion and Chain
Attilio Codognato Memento Mori Double Face Medallion and Chain

Attilio Codognato Memento Mori Double Face Medallion and Chain

By Attilio Codognato

Located in Napoli, IT

Attilio Codognato Large double face Memento Mori Medallion with matched chain Hand crafted of solid 14 Kt and silver depicting two Memento Mori enamelled scenes embellished by Rock ...

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Vintage 1950s Italian Revival Pendant Necklaces

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Agate, Carnelian, Citrine, Diamond, Rock Crystal, 14k Gold

Wendy Brandes Memento Mori Skull Necklace in 18K Gold and Blackened Silver
Wendy Brandes Memento Mori Skull Necklace in 18K Gold and Blackened Silver

Wendy Brandes Memento Mori Skull Necklace in 18K Gold and Blackened Silver

By Wendy Brandes

Located in New York, NY

Skull imagery has long been used in memento mori jewelry. The Latin phrase "Memento Mori" means "remember you are mortal."

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2010s American Contemporary Pendant Necklaces

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18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Sterling Silver, Silver

Black Diamond Memento Mori Medal Pendant Silver Spinel Bead Necklace J Dauphin
Black Diamond Memento Mori Medal Pendant Silver Spinel Bead Necklace J Dauphin

Black Diamond Memento Mori Medal Pendant Silver Spinel Bead Necklace J Dauphin

By J DAUPHIN

Located in Los Angeles, CA

Black Diamond Memento Mori Medal Pendant Silver Spinel Bead Necklace J Dauphin Exclusive piece with a reproduction of an original rare Memento Mori Medal in Silver with a Blue Sapph...

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2010s American Contemporary Beaded Necklaces

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Spinel, Black Diamond, Gold Plate, Sterling Silver, Silver

Vintage Memento Mori Skull Witch Locket Pendant
Vintage Memento Mori Skull Witch Locket Pendant

Vintage Memento Mori Skull Witch Locket Pendant

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

To read more please click continue reading below- This fabulous vintage 9ct Yellow Gold Memento mori skull locket and chain is a truly unique find.

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Vintage 1960s British Pendant Necklaces

Materials

9k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Victorian Memento Mori Skull Micro Mosaic Cross Pendant, 19th Century
Antique Victorian Memento Mori Skull Micro Mosaic Cross Pendant, 19th Century

Antique Victorian Memento Mori Skull Micro Mosaic Cross Pendant, 19th Century

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

This fabulous 19th Century cross is one of the most amazing Memento Mori pieces we have ever exhibited for sale. A central dove of peace can be seen inlaid with Micro-Mosaic pieces ...

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Antique 19th Century British Victorian Pendant Necklaces

Antique Silver Andenken Souvenir Locket, Victorian Memento Mori Mourning Locket
Antique Silver Andenken Souvenir Locket, Victorian Memento Mori Mourning Locket

Antique Silver Andenken Souvenir Locket, Victorian Memento Mori Mourning Locket

Located in Rottedam, NL

Well-preserved antique Victorian "Andenken" locket. This mourning locket is made of 835/1000 silver and is decorated with blue and black enamel. The front panel reads "Andenken", whi...

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Antique Mid-19th Century German High Victorian Pendant Necklaces

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Silver, Sterling Silver

Antique Georgian Essex Crystal Bird Charm, Gold Memento Mori Braided Hair Charm
Antique Georgian Essex Crystal Bird Charm, Gold Memento Mori Braided Hair Charm

Antique Georgian Essex Crystal Bird Charm, Gold Memento Mori Braided Hair Charm

Located in Rottedam, NL

One of the best Essex crystal memento mori jewels we have seen. An extremely rare and beautifully colored reversed intaglio depicting a very detailed goldfinch perched on a branch.

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Antique Early 19th Century Unknown Georgian Pendant Necklaces

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Crystal, Rock Crystal, Gold, 9k Gold

Baroque Era "Memento Mori" Skeleton and Hair Slide Pendant
Baroque Era "Memento Mori" Skeleton and Hair Slide Pendant

Baroque Era "Memento Mori" Skeleton and Hair Slide Pendant

Located in Narberth, PA

An incredibly rare Memento Mori mourning pendant from the Baroque era (ca1688)!

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Antique 1680s Baroque Necklace Enhancers

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15k Gold

Anmtique Crystal Memento Mori Diamond Pendant 22 Karat Gold
Anmtique Crystal Memento Mori Diamond Pendant 22 Karat Gold

Anmtique Crystal Memento Mori Diamond Pendant 22 Karat Gold

Located in Napoli, IT

rare 22 KT solid gold pendant of the Georgian period a Memento Mori Skull with Diamond eyes is kept under a rare Stuart Crystal Close back setting beautiful detailed with a snake bi...

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Antique Early 1700s British Stuart More Necklaces

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Diamond, 22k Gold

Antique Victorian Memento Mori Skull Pendant 9 Carat Gold Brooch, circa 1880
Antique Victorian Memento Mori Skull Pendant 9 Carat Gold Brooch, circa 1880

Antique Victorian Memento Mori Skull Pendant 9 Carat Gold Brooch, circa 1880

Located in Lancaster, Lancashire

This wonderful antique Memento Mori Skull and cross bones pendant/ brooch is Victorian, Circa 1880.

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Antique 1880s British Victorian Brooches

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9k Gold, Rose Gold, Enamel

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Victorian 18k Yellow Gold Micromosaic Dog Ring, Italy, Circa 1900

Located in Firenze, IT

Period: Late 19th century Provenance: Italy Ring size: 7 Weight: 13.3 gr This magnificent micromosaic dates to the 19th century, which is one of the periods of maximum production of...

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Antique Late 19th Century Italian Victorian Fashion Rings

Materials

Yellow Gold, 18k Gold

A Large Silver Gold And Hardstone Fob Seal English Circa 1870
A Large Silver Gold And Hardstone Fob Seal English Circa 1870

A Large Silver Gold And Hardstone Fob Seal English Circa 1870

Located in Firenze, IT

The urn-shaped handle and cast and chased with two sporting dogs , the carnelian matrix without engraved. English, circa 1870 Height 3cm Weight: 14.40gr.

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Antique Late 19th Century British Victorian Figurines and Sculptures

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Carnelian, Silver, Gold

20 Karat Gold Scarab Beetle Bracelet Antique Egyptian Revival Hieroglyphics
20 Karat Gold Scarab Beetle Bracelet Antique Egyptian Revival Hieroglyphics

20 Karat Gold Scarab Beetle Bracelet Antique Egyptian Revival Hieroglyphics

Located in New York, NY

This is a very rare and wonderful antique Egyptian Revival Bracelet with eight graduated Scarab Beetles set in 20 Karat Yellow Gold with Hieroglyphics on the reverse of the Scarabs. ...

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20th Century Unknown Egyptian Revival Link Bracelets

Materials

Gold, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

1930s Italian 18k Gold Coral Enamel Rosary
1930s Italian 18k Gold Coral Enamel Rosary

1930s Italian 18k Gold Coral Enamel Rosary

Located in Beverly Hills, CA

This Italian rosary, crafted in the 1930s, is a stunning example of vintage religious jewelry made from 18k gold, coral, and enamel. Weighing 40.9 grams, the rosary measures 23 inche...

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Vintage 1930s Italian Beaded Necklaces

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Coral, Gold, Enamel

Ancient Roman Garnet Intaglio Gold Ring
Ancient Roman Garnet Intaglio Gold Ring

Ancient Roman Garnet Intaglio Gold Ring

Located in Chicago, IL

A museum quality ancient Roman gold ring, circa 400 AD. This hollow ring is bezel-set with a garnet intaglio of Hippocamp – a fish-tailed horse that was considered the horse of Pose...

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Antique 15th Century and Earlier Signet Rings

Antique Victorian Hand Brooch of 14k Gold, Circa 1860
Antique Victorian Hand Brooch of 14k Gold, Circa 1860

Antique Victorian Hand Brooch of 14k Gold, Circa 1860

Located in Lewisburg, PA

This rare Victorian era brooch (circa 1860) presents an exquisitely detailed hand motif, sculpted in 14k gold and adorned with a delicate black enamel lace cuff. Rich red glass accen...

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Antique Mid-19th Century Victorian Brooches

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14k Gold, Enamel

Georgian Diamond Brooch, circa 1770
Georgian Diamond Brooch, circa 1770

Georgian Diamond Brooch, circa 1770

Located in London, GB

Georgian diamond brooch/pendant. Centrally set with one cushion shape old mine diamond in a closed back cutdown setting with a weight of 1.10 carats, further highlighted by nine roun...

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Antique 1770s Unknown Georgian Brooches

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Diamond, Rose Gold, Silver

Art Nouveau 14k Gold Turquoise and Pearl Lavalier Style Necklace
Art Nouveau 14k Gold Turquoise and Pearl Lavalier Style Necklace

Art Nouveau 14k Gold Turquoise and Pearl Lavalier Style Necklace

Located in New York, NY

Art Nouveau 14k yellow gold , turquoise and pearl lavalier style necklace displaying 2 oval form exceptional turquoise cabochons with ivy and baroque pearl accented frames and termin...

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Early 20th Century Drop Necklaces

Materials

Pearl, Turquoise, 14k Gold

Coral and Lapis Dog Fob French
Coral and Lapis Dog Fob French

Coral and Lapis Dog Fob French

Located in Litchfield, CT

Circa 1880s, 18k, France. Spectacular in every way, this French dog fob is the perfect pendant. The carved coral dog's head has a sweet, kind expression. An enameled collar amidst ha...

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Antique 1880s French Pendant Necklaces

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Coral, Lapis Lazuli, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

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Memento Mori Pendant For Sale on 1stDibs

Surely you’ll find the exact memento mori pendant you’re seeking on 1stDibs — we’ve got a vast assortment for sale. Frequently made of Gold, Silver and 18k Gold, this item was constructed with great care. In our selection of items, you can find a vintage example as well as a contemporary version. Finding the perfect memento mori pendant may mean sifting through those created during different time periods — you can find an early version that dates to the 18th Century and a newer variation that were made as recently as the 21st Century. Finding an appealing memento mori pendant — no matter the origin — is easy, but Wendy Brandes and J DAUPHIN each produced a popular version that is worth a look. While most can agree that any memento mori pendant from our collection can easily elevate most outfits, but the choice of a Diamond version from the 4 available is guaranteed to add a special touch to your ensemble. Today, if you’re looking for a round cut version of this piece and are unable to find the perfect match, our selection also includes rose cut alternatives. Most of our memento mori pendant for sale are for women, but there are 5 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much is a Memento Mori Pendant?

The price for a memento mori pendant starts at $633 and tops out at $10,250 with these necklaces, on average, selling for $2,500.

Finding the Right Pendant-necklaces for You

Whether you’re layering multiple jewelry pieces or opting for a single strand, vintage pendant necklaces are versatile accessories that can elevate your casual wear as easily as they can add a creative flourish to your formal attire.

The earliest jewelry was less about accessorizing than it was about wearers arming themselves with amulets. In Ancient Egypt, some amulets featured a loop so that they could be strung around one’s neck. While rubies have long been one of the few gemstones that can give diamonds a run for their money, members of some ancient civilizations valued the stones from the get-go, donning ruby pendants as well as other stones with the belief that these adornments would bring protection, healing powers or strength. Today, we still wear our charm bracelets and charm pendants around our necks for good luck.

Later, pendant necklaces, like most fine jewelry, were worn strictly by royalty or the upper class and conferred wealth and prestige. This changed over time, thankfully, as wearing jewelry became more widespread, a democratized means of personal expression.

During the 18th and 19th centuries, pendant necklaces evolved from their status as spiritual amulets, but the jewels still carried deep personal significance. Victorian pendants, in particular, were part of the “mourning jewelry” tradition. Wearers would embed their pendants with locks of hair from a deceased loved one as a way of grieving in the wake of a loss. In the case of cameo jewelry, some pendants were even decorated with miniature hand-carved portraits in a detailed raised relief. Today, portraiture is still a characteristic of many of the hand-carved pendant necklaces offered by Italian jewelry house Scala Gioielli.

Luxury fine jewelry brands such as Cartier, BVLGARI and David Yurman offer their own unique interpretations of the cherished accessory, embellishing platinum or gold pendant necklaces with diamonds, sapphires and other stones.

On 1stDibs, find an extraordinary range of vintage pendant necklaces and other necklaces today.

Questions About Memento Mori Pendant

  • 1stDibs ExpertOctober 12, 2021
    Memento mori ring is a ring that is an artistic reminder of the inevitability of death. ‘Memento mori’ is a Latin term that means “remember you must die.” These rings typically either feature a skull, crossbones or skeletons to prompt people to remember the shortness of life. Shop a range of memento mori rings on 1stDibs.
  • 1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
    Memento mori means “remember that you must die” in Latin. A memento mori is an object which serves as either a warning or reminder of death. An example of a memento mori is a skull.

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