This pendant was cast from an antique wax seal stamp from the 1800's. These were used to seal letters and correspondence and come is a huge verity of designs, mottos, sentiments, heraldry and proverbs...
This seal is a family coat of arms. It features an crown, a lion and the word Essayez in a banner . Essayez is French for 'Try'. This reminds us to 'Try'. To do your best, to give your all, to commit 100% and persist.
This pendant was cast in 100% sterling silver and measures approx. 11mm across the widest part. This may vary slightly as each piece is made individually by hand.
You will receive an explanation card with this piece to explain the wax seal.
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Wax Seal Jewelry......
Each piece offered for sale is an imprint or cast of an antique wax seal from my personal collection. I use 100% sterling silver as this has the strength and durability needed for a piece of jewelry that is to be worn for years. All the jumps rings, clasps etc, are also sterling silver and each part is soldered, also for strength and durability. My intention is to make a piece that could become an heirloom too and for it to last generations.
Each piece is individually handmade and therefore no two pieces will be exactly the same, they will however be extremely similar. The mark of the maker has been purposely left on the casts. The signs of age, cracks and tool marks all add to the charm of the piece and are an intentional feature.
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