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Victorian Memento Mori Carved Coral Skull Cufflinks

527N
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Written by Olly Gerrish

A very unusual pair of carved coral cufflinks in the shape of skulls. Memento mori is Latin for “remember that you will die”. Rather than being macabre, memento mori jewellery is meant to act as a reminder to cherish each day you’re alive. They are joined together with 15ct gold chains. They were made circa 1860-1900.

Item Number
527N
Measurements
Large skull height 1.3cm by 1.1cm
Small skull height 1.1cm by 9mm
Materials
Date & Origin
Victorian (1839-1901)
English, coral carved in Italy
Provenance
English, coral carved in Italy
Hallmarks

Unmarked, tested to 15ct gold

Condition
Very Good
Discovered
5 years ago
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