Victorian Memento Mori Skull Earrings French some wear to the inner

some wear to the inner band - not visible when worn

This particular piece features Cupid holding his bow

A gorgeous pair of antique diamond earrings set with old European cut diamonds

some light tarnish - could be polished to a high shine

And then later

Victorian Memento Mori Skull Earrings French some wear to the innerDATE: Victorian, circa 1870 A particularly cool pair of Memento Mori skull earrings dating from the mid Victorian period. The skulls are formed from enamel, and mounted in 15 karat gold. Since ancient times, people have reflected on the brevity of life: The Greek Stoic Epictetus told his students that when kissing their child, brother, or friend, they should remind themselves that they are mortal as do "those who stand behind men in their triumphs and