Hope sustains.........
This wax seal stamp features a large anchor with a classically dressed lady leaning upon it.
The impression was taken from a wax seal stamp the was originally made by Josiah Wedgewood* in the 18th century.
The anchor is the emblem of Hope and Salvation and the idealized figure of the lady, leans on it gazing wistfully out to sea...... Hope Sustains.....
This wax seal stamp is one of the larger seals in this shop and weighs 7grams of solid sterling silver.
Size.....
The pendant itself measures just over 18mm across the centre. This can alter slightly however due each piece being made individually by hand.
Each link and jump ring has been soldered with sterling silver solder, so you don't have to worry about loosing your piece.
* Josiah Wedgewood 12 July 1730- 3 January 1795 was a famous English potter and founder of the 'Wedgewood' company. He was a prominent abolitionist and is famous for his 'am I not a man and a bother?' medallion. He is the grandfather of Charles Darwin.
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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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