Victorian style Skull Eternity Band // Garnets

The artistic and literary trope "Memento Mori" (translated from Latin "Remember You Must Die") has been around for ages, dating back to ancient Rome, though it was most notably popularized during the medieval-Victorian eras, c. the 1500s to 1800s.

A symbolic reminder that our earthly bodies, time and pursuits are limited -- so, really, a good way to check yourself when you get too caught up in drama, vanity, greed or hubris. Mourning jewelry, which carries similar motifs, also serves as a romantic gesture (albeit slightly dark) that even the inevitability of death cannot break our strongest bonds of love -- that which makes our earthly time truly worth living.

It is a haunting yet comforting motto...a reminder of the past, a nod to the future, and perhaps, a compass for the present.

The mold for this wonderful eternity design I've chosen to have cast as part of my Blazon collection was found deep in my jeweler's archive library. We don't know the original piece's exact origin, but this fantastic skull eternity band certainly has roots steeped in history with design influences ranging from Renaissance, Baroque, Georgian and even Victorian Memento Mori styling.

We wear ours as a reminder to always make the most of each and every day and to ensure our priorities in life are clear and focused. How will you wear yours?

Skull Band width: 6mm wide band
(N/S, top to bottom, or head-to-chin, of skull)

Skull Band depth: 2mm deep band
(max height ring sits atop the finger)

Please consider ordering up 1/4 size for the most accurate fit.(e.g. If you wear a US size 6 in a thinner/flatter band, please consider ordering a US size 6.25 in the skull eternity band.)

Timing: Please allow 4-5 weeks from order date to ship date as these are all made-to-order per client, specially for you, though often we luck out and can ship earlier.

Returns: Please also note that as these are very special, custom-made pieces by order, they are not returnable or refundable unless you are sent an incorrect size, metal, stone or style, please ask any questions you may have prior to your purchase.

Number of Garnets: ~22

Total Carat Weight: ~.40ct