A hauntingly beautiful piece steeped in symbolism and gothic elegance, this choker features a pre-loved mourning hand pendant, lovingly repurposed to give it a new life. Though not an antique, its design is inspired by Victorian mourning jewellery, where hands were often depicted holding symbolic objects. Here, the hand grasps a tiny skull - a poignant memento mori, reminding us of mortality and the passage of time. Suspended beneath, a labradorite drop shimmers with otherworldly hues, a stone long associated with intuition and the unseen realms. Accented by silver beads, this choker carries a quiet, solemn power.
The mourning hand has long been a symbol of love, remembrance, and the enduring bond between the living and the dead. Reimagined for the present, this piece honours that tradition while embracing a new chapter - an amulet for those drawn to the mysteries of life, death, and the unseen forces that linger in between.
The pendant measures approximately 0.4 x 2.5 inches, and is suspended from a 15 - 17 inch hand-woven chain, finished with an ornate antique silver lobster claw clasp.
