What Once Was 14k Necklace

A talisman cast from an authentic Victorian wax seal.

This talisman reads 'Olim' in Latin, which means 'Once.' The skull, a classic memento mori, is a reminder that life is fleeting.

A 14k gold piece attached to a sterling silver base adds a subtle touch of luxury to this mixed metal layering piece.

• sterling silver, 14k gold
• 18" chain 
• pendant 3/4" x 3/4"

In 1993, Wade and Danielle Papin met, fell in love and began handcrafting jewelry at their kitchen table in Vancouver. Two years later, they founded Pyrrha with a commitment to letting their materials inspire their work. 

After experimenting with a range of design styles, they found their calling in a box of dusty old Victorian wax seals. They began casting jewelry from the rough-hewn, antique seals and thus Pyrrha was born. The resulting jewelry is Pyrrha's now iconic line of talisman necklaces, bracelets, cuffs and rings made from reclaimed silver, bronze and gold. Each piece is handcrafted in Pyrrha's Vancouver studio.