Catacombs, a burial ground beneath a thick slab of violet colored tourmaline, reminding the wearer that death cannot be escaped. Inspired by the Catacombs of Rome, dating back to the 1st century, one of the first catacombs ever created.

• Massive 5.5ct Violet Tourmaline slab

• Solid Silver pendant

• 14k Gold bezel and Bale

• 3 Stone Black Diamond Halo

• measures approximately 28.7mm x 13.75

Wanting to be prepared for resurrection, early Christians (whose religion was still illegal) opted to be buried rather than cremated, which was more common amongst Pagans of the time. For hygiene reasons, the burial of bodies was not permitted within the city limits… so they went underground.

It started with the wealthy creating burial grounds beneath their property and extending this space to their fellow community, no matter their social class or faith, the catacombs were for everyone. Martyrs and Saints began to be buried underground, and worshipping below the ground soon followed, as a means to be close to the dead while staying in hiding.

*Ships on a complimentary placeholder chain, not meant for longterm wear. Looks stunning on our Timeless Chain. Please contact us for solid gold chain pricing. Please consider contacting us for gold chain options for purchase and/or our tips on how to affix your own permanent gold chain.

Photographed here with our Tourmaline and Ruby Shrine

Care: To preserve its clarity, your catacomb should not come into contact with water and should be removed before bathing, swimming and applying spray on sunscreen, perfumes or lotions.