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Hourglass Sands of Time Pendant Necklace - Memento Mori Dark Academia
$62.10
Duties and taxes included.
Free shipping included.
✦ Personalize This Pendant
Name, date, initials or a short message for the back.
Production: 3–5 business days (4–7 with personalization).
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Made to Order
15-Day Returns on Eligible Items
Personalized items excluded; defects covered
Gift-Ready Packaging
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Description
Crafted in genuine 925 Sterling Silver—with specialized Sterling Silver, 14K Gold Plated, and Rose Gold Plated finish options—the Hourglass Sands of Time Necklace stands as a masterwork of dark academia aesthetics and memento mori symbolism. Drawing from layers of Western esoteric tradition, alchemy, and Hermetic philosophy, this deeply engraved charm pendant captures the relentless, philosophical march of time. It speaks directly to those who find in gothic symbolism not mere darkness, but profound intellectual depth and the courage to examine the full spectrum of the human experience.
Every detail of this artisanal gothic silver jewelry is meticulously engraved to offer heirloom quality and daily wear durability, crafted in precious metal. Designed to seamlessly bridge historical esotericism with modern luxury styling, it features a robust structural integrity tailored for life's daily journeys. Enhance its intimate narrative with complimentary custom back engraving—adding a personal name, significant date, or sacred initials to make an already timeless talisman entirely your own.
Styling Tip: Ideal as a bold standalone statement pendant or effortlessly layered with fine gold/silver chains for a curated stack.
Product Details & Technical Specifications
- Crafted in: 925 Sterling Silver (Central Bank Sourced, Official Hallmark Certified).
- Material Assurance: Tarnish-Resistant Protected Finish (available in Sterling Silver, Gold Plated, and Rose Gold Plated variants).
- Pendant Sizes: 18mm (0.71 in), 20mm (0.79 in), 25mm (0.98 in), 30mm (1.18 in).
- Approximate Pendant Weight (by Size): 18mm: 1.0–2.0g | 20mm: 2.0–3.0g | 25mm: 3.0–4.0g | 30mm: 5.0–6.0g (plus +1.0g for 14" chain, +1.0–2.0g for 18"–22" chains).
- Bail Opening: 4.5 mm inner bail diameter (fits chains up to 4.0 mm thickness).
- Necklace Lengths: No Chain, 14" (35 cm), 18" (45 cm), 20" (50 cm), 22" (55 cm).
- Free Custom Back Engraving: Complimentary text, name, date, or initials personalized on the back upon request (leave a note at checkout).
- Silver Care: Like all genuine sterling silver, including the sterling silver base of our gold and rose gold plated pieces, it can naturally darken with moisture and sweat, especially when worn under thick clothing against the skin. Wear it over your clothing when you can, keep it dry, and polish it gently with a soft cloth.
- Safety & Comfort: 100% Nickel-Free and Lead-Free.
Shipping, Delivery & Packaging
- Handcrafted Production: Handcrafted to order in 3–5 business days; personalized orders take 4–7 business days. Transit time starts after dispatch.
- Worldwide Shipping: Insured Tracked Shipping Worldwide (Free standard shipping on all orders; standard transit: 5–11 business days after dispatch; express transit: 3–5 business days after dispatch).
- Customs & Import Duties: Tax, import duty and customs clearance coverage follows our Shipping Policy. Free standard shipping is included on every order worldwide, with no minimum order value. FedEx Express is free on orders of $200 USD or €200 EUR and above in the respective checkout currency; other currencies use the local-currency equivalent of $200 USD. Below the applicable threshold, the express upgrade uses the existing destination-specific rate shown at checkout. Standard transit is 5–11 business days after dispatch; express transit is 3–5 business days after dispatch. Production time is additional: 3–5 business days for standard pieces and 4–7 business days for personalized pieces.
- Luxury Gift Packaging: Ships in a signature magnetic Luminous Luxury gift box with velvet pouch & polishing cloth.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Is this pendant suitable for daily wear?
A: Yes! Crafted from genuine 925 Sterling Silver, it is built for daily wear and features a protected finish that ensures it maintains its luster over time.
Q: How do I personalize the free back engraving?
A: Simply enter your custom text, name, date, or initials in the personalization order note box at checkout.
Q: Is it packaged ready for gifting?
A: Absolutely. Every order arrives elegantly packaged in our signature magnetic gift box with a velvet pouch and polishing cloth.
Care Instructions
Clean gently with a soft microfiber jewelry cloth. Store in your Luminous Luxury velvet pouch when not in use to preserve luster.
Materials and Sizing
Available finishes
925 Sterling Silver · 14K Gold Plated · 14K Rose Gold Plated
Sterling silver and gold-plated finishes are different material options. Select your preferred finish above.
Pendant size comparison
18mm
20mm
25mm
30mm
Relative sizes only; not actual screen scale. Use a ruler to compare the millimetre measurements before choosing.
Chain length comparison
No Chain: pendant only, without a necklace chain.
14" (35.6 cm)
18" (45.7 cm)
20" (50.8 cm)
22" (55.9 cm)
Bars compare chain lengths, not where they sit on the body. Measure a necklace you already wear to find your preferred length.
Production and Shipping
Production time: standard made-to-order pendants: 3–5 business days; customer-personalized or custom-engraved orders: 4–7 business days. Production time is additional to shipping transit time.
Shipping method and transit time: standard shipping is free worldwide on every order, with no minimum, and takes an estimated 5–11 business days after dispatch. Express shipping takes an estimated 3–5 business days after dispatch and is free on orders of $200 USD or more when checking out in USD, or €200 EUR or more when checking out in EUR. In other checkout currencies, the free-express threshold is the local equivalent of $200 USD. Below the threshold, the optional express upgrade costs USD 12, EUR 10.35, CAD 16.64, AUD 16.78 or GBP 8.87; in other checkout currencies, the USD 12 source rate is converted at checkout. Final shipping options, local thresholds and charges appear at checkout.
Shipping, taxes, and duties: free standard shipping, applicable taxes, and import duties are included in the displayed product price across all active markets (United States, Canada, United Kingdom, European Union, Australia, Singapore, and Türkiye), with no additional customs or import charges on delivery, as detailed in our Shipping Policy.
See our Shipping Policy for other destinations and full details.
Care Guide
Store your pendant separately in a dry pouch or box, and wipe it dry after contact with water, sweat, lotion, or perfume.
925 sterling silver naturally oxidizes when it is exposed to moisture and skin contact, which can darken its surface over time. This is normal for real silver and does not affect its quality; a soft silver polishing cloth restores its shine. Plated finishes can gradually wear with daily use, so remove your pendant before swimming or bathing and keep it away from chlorine and harsh chemicals.
If the piece gets wet, rinse gently with clean water and dry it fully before storing or wearing again.
Returns and Custom Orders
Eligible non-personalized items may be returned within 15 days of delivery. We provide a prepaid return label; a $10 USD return-label fee (or its local equivalent) is deducted from your refund. No separate payment for the label is required.
Customer-personalized or custom-engraved items are not eligible for change-of-mind returns. This exception does not apply to damaged, defective or incorrect items, including personalization that does not match the approved request. Contact us promptly if there is a problem; we will resolve it at no cost to you. Your statutory rights are unaffected.
Exchanges are available for eligible items within the same 15-day return window; applicable exchange shipping costs are paid by the customer. See our Return & Refund Policy for full details.
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Crafted, hand-finished and inspected for you, then carefully gift-packed. Production and delivery details are available above.
Handcrafted Quality
Worldwide Shipping
Gift-Ready Packaging
15-Day Returns on Eligible Items
Personalized items excluded; defects covered