A memento mori is to be mindful of death. Although it is always present, so too is life, everchanging and flowering all around us. Death rips our hearts open to make us aware of what life really is, and to cherish each moment. In light of this, we may strive to flower ourselves, and  to create beauty along the way. Go into the sorrows of the world joyfully.
Memento mori object.
Treasure of awareness.
Cast sterling silver arnica flower calyx set with 5mm rubelite tourmaline, lightly oxidized to highlight detail, and skulls with third eye set with 3mm - 22 ct. VSGHI diamonds. Post earrings with wide sterling silver post backs.
1 3/4 " top to bottom.
Arnica flower calyx shown, from which the flower design originated.
$650.