Unsure of the size of a wax seal pendant? Please be sure to read our detailed descriptions carefully - you'll find accurate measurements in both inches and millimeters. The wax seal pendant is created by impressing an actual antique wax seal into the silver so the size of the pendant is dependent on the size of the original antique seal … some are very small and some are larger and this is not accurately reflected in the enlarged photos. The sentiment or text on many of the wax seal pendants is tiny, faint and challenging to read because that’s the actual impression from the original antique seal, which is often tiny and faint.

Engraving and Personalization

Sorry, we don't engrave the wax seal charms but check with your local jeweler and perhaps they can do the engraving for you.

If your ring size is not included in the drop down box of ring sizes we can likely still make a custom sized ring for you. Simply select "other" from the drop down box and add a note, with your ring size, to your order. Custom rings are not returnable.

Sterling silver tarnishes/reacts when exposed to the elements: salty air, humidity, sulfur, chlorine, salts, cosmetics, perspiration, household bleach and other chemicals. When not wearing your jewelry store it in the glass top container it arrived in, with that black anti-tarnish square. You can remove the cotton ~ that was used to protect it during shipping. To prevent tarnish as much as possible, avoid wearing your jewelry in the shower, pools, hot tubs and ocean. Avoid wearing it while exercising, cleaning, applying body lotions, fragrances and hair products, etc. If the high areas begin to tarnish gently rub a silver polishing cloth over the area to be shined: www.etsy.com/listing/82422231/silver-polishing-pad-for-wax-seal?

Can I order an oxidized chain with the necklace?

Yes, we're happy to oxidize the chain for you. Simply, select the chain length and add the item to your shopping cart. Once in the shopping cart, under the photo of the item, notice the box that says "Add a note to suegrayjewelry (optional)" and write "oxidize chain" in the box.

Packaging and Gift Giving

Your wax seal jewelry item will arrive in a small glass topped tin along with an informational card describing the provenance and symbolism of the antique wax seal from which it was impressed. The entire order is tucked into a signature cloth bag, wrapped in tissue. Is this a gift? Simply enter the recipients address at checkout and include a short personalized note and we will include a handwritten note tag on your behalf ~ it’s a small tag so please keep it brief. *Please note, orders going to different addresses will need to be ordered separately so that you can enter the address for each destination. Receipts are not included in the packaging since they are emailed to you when you place the order.

Antique Boxes shown in photos

Please note that the antique boxes and other photo props don't come with your jewelry orders and are not available for purchase ... sorry! See the packaging and gift giving information above to see how your jewelry will arrive.

Custom changes to jewelry items

Most items you see listed here are finished and ready to ship so if you’re thinking of making any changes or requests, no matter how minor it may seem, to any jewelry item listed please discuss them with me prior to placing your order. I will do my best to please but oftentimes these changes take extra time and there will be additional fees so it is important that I create a custom listing for you to reflect the changes. If you’ve already ordered I will need to cancel your order so that we can discuss possibilities and then I’ll create the custom order for you to purchase in order to get started. And please note, there are no returns, exchanges or refunds on custom orders since they are jewels made just for you.

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ouroboros and skull necklace - memento mori - sterling silver wax seal jewelry - whimsigoth jewelry

Name: ouroboros and skull necklace - memento mori - sterling silver wax seal jewelry - whimsigoth jewelry
Brand: suegrayjewelry
SKU: 1028874094
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (7674 reviews)

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Highlights

Made by suegrayjewelry
Materials: Silver
Style: Gothic
Pendant width: 5/8 Inches; Pendant height: 5/8 Inches

An ouroboros surrounding a skull necklace ... a unique skull and ouroboros necklace pendant. Amazing whimsigoth jewelry.
The scaly endless serpent snake devouring its tail is called the ouroboros and is symbolic of continuous renewal, the cycle of birth and death, and infinity.
The skull is symbolic of mortality and a reminder that death comes to all living things ... the Latin sentiment MEMENTO MORI means remember your death and is meant to inspire you to intentionally think about your own death every day, as a means of appreciating the present and focus on the future.

- approximate measurement - ouroboros just shy of 5/8” (15mm), skull almost 3/8” (10mm x 8mm)
- charm metals - sterling silver (.925 silver)
- photographed with a US dime and an inch ruler for scale
- chain - shown on an oxidized sterling silver cable chain with a spring ring clasp
- select necklace length or just the charm

This endless ouroboros snake serpent watch key charm has been reproduced, and altered a bit, from an antique Georgian era (1714 - 1830) watch winder key from my private collection of interesting novelty watch keys.
Find just the ouroboros charm here: https://www.etsy.com/ie/listing/1044594707/ouroboros-necklace-charm

The skull is hand crafted from just a portion of an antique Georgian wheel wax seal (1714 - 1830), shown in the photographs, the full size wax seal depicting a skull surrounded by the Latin sentiment ES FVI SVM ERIS which translates YOU ARE, I WAS, YOU WILL BE.
See the wheel wax seal from which the skull was created in the photo.
Find just the tiny skull charm here: https://www.etsy.com/ie/listing/69471782/skull-necklace-tiny-skull-wax-seal

This combination of an ouroboros surrounding a skull necklace is also available in mixed metal, with a silver ouroboros and a tiny bronze skull, shown in the last photo, available here: https://www.etsy.com/ie/listing/1036563162/ouroboros-and-skull-necklace-memento

Find more chains, charm catchers and swivel fobs here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/suegrayjewelry?section_id=6761412

Here is more of the wax seal collection: https://www.etsy.com/shop/suegrayjewelry

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Cheryl 04 Oct, 2025

Really cute, love this pendant

Cheryl 04 Oct, 2025

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Jacqueline 28 Jan, 2025

Very pretty & well made!

Jacqueline 28 Jan, 2025

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Donna 05 Feb, 2024

Great charm! Quality is amazing. Love the meaning behind it!

Donna 05 Feb, 2024

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Margo 23 Oct, 2023

I LOVE this charm! It is beautifully crafted and the detail is lovely. I have been wearing it daily! Fast shipping, nicely packaged and great quality! Thank you!

Margo 23 Oct, 2023