Our beloved 'WILD' cartouche necklaces are finally back. Adorned on a classic Venetian box chain featuring an adjustable extender. The Ancient Egyptian cartouche was a traditional device used for writing hieroglyphic names inside of. Its purpose was to distinguish the names of pharaohs from other, less important writings and hieroglyphics. The oval surrounding their name was meant to protect them from evil spirits in life and after death. Cartouches were formerly only worn by pharaohs, but overtime gained popularity for others. The cartouche has become a symbol representing good luck and protection from evil. ✦ Adjustable chain measures 22 inches / 14K GF ✦ Handmade pendant measures .5 inches wide x 1.5 inches tall / 14K Gold Vermeil over Sterling Silver. 7 Microns thick of Gold. ✦ Hieroglyphics spell W I L D on opposite side Designed, Imported and Handcrafted by Master Jewelers in Egypt
