Georgian Enamel Memento Mori Skull Locket Charm glass strands of seed pearls dangle

strands of seed pearls dangle below at around 1

half-human and half-fish

and there's a striker on the bottom (safety matches weren't a thing back then)

It's a simplistic and stylish piece

Georgian Enamel Memento Mori Skull Locket Charm glass strands of seed pearls dangleDATE: Georgian, c. 1820 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 gorgeously detailed gold border. It shows a gold disc shaped panel to the back, and features fittings for wear on a chain or bracelet. As well as looking badass, the skull symbolizes memento mori. The concept of Memento Mori, remember that you will die,