Sterling silver pendant in the form of a Gorgoneion face.
In Ancient Greece, the Gorgoneion (Greek: Γοργόνειον) was a special apotropaic amulet showing the Gorgon head, used most famously by the Olympian deities Athena and Zeus: both are said to have worn the gorgoneion as a protective amulet.
PENDANT SIZE: 1.2cm x 1.2cm
CHAIN LENGTH: 45cm (plus extender)
CARE: We use 925 Sterling Silver, a high-quality material made of 92.5% pure silver, and alloy for added durability. As a non-plated material, it will not experience wearing.
Tarnishing is a natural process for Sterling Silver, often caused by contact with air, water, and cosmetics. It can be worn in water (except in places containing natural minerals such as sulfur or chemicals such as chlorine) provided that it is thoroughly dried immediately afterwards.
If care instructions are followed it will be kept in its best condition.
Sterling silver jewellery can oxidise and tarnish if not stored properly. We recommend keeping your jewellery away from direct sunlight which warms the air and can accelerate the chemical process of tarnishing. Most importantly it must be kept dry during storage. Humidity is a tarnish-accelerant
Cleaning:
The best way to keep your Sterling Silver jewellery in as-new condition is by wearing it often. If tarnishing does occur, simply clean your pieces with a small amount of silver polish and a soft polishing cloth. For a deeper clean, you can use a silver cleaner solution and gently buff with a silver polishing cloth.
To avoid scratches do not use abrasive cleaners or brushes. Ultrasonic cleaners are a safe alternative for a thorough cleaning.
Packaging: Your jewels arrive in our fully recycled, biodegradable packaging: a recycled box and a cotton drawstring bag. Every order is presented gift-ready, with packaging chosen to protect the jewellery inside and reduce waste.