"The original Anatomical Heart Locket, by Peggy Skemp, is an intimate
sculptural scientific illustration that invites exploration. The
necklace features a 1.5"x .75"x .5" anatomically correct human heart
which opens to reveal a meticulously detailed interior. It is pleasantly
solid in cast and fabricated recycled sterling silver. The silver has
been assayed for purity and guaranteed to contain no heavy or base
metals. The locket is held shut by the trunk of the aorta, which acts as
a snap. It hangs on a 18" wheat chain, the fine striations of which
mirror the beautiful musculature of the heart. The chain attaches to the
pendant by threading through the superior vena cava and left pulmonary
vein, causing the heart to hang slightly anterioinferiorly, as it does
within the human body. It is a conversation piece which delights the
anatomically-inclined wearer.
Each piece is entirely hand made
with care in Chicago, IL by the artist, with occasional, greatly
appreciated help from a few other local artisans. The hinge and snap are
entirely hand fabricated, and the piece is carefully tested and hand
polished before shipment to you. It comes brightly polished (not antique
finished as shown in the picture- because that will happen over time.)
You will receive the locket with a small yellow polishing cloth so that
you can keep it brightly polished for years of wear. There is a small
silver tag on the end of the chain with the makers mark PS.
If you
would prefer that I antique finish it for you, as shown in the picture
just make a note at checkout, otherwise yours will come brightly
polished"
Found at
PeggySkempJewelry's Etsy shop.
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