Vesuvius Pendant

Known for its destructiveness, Mount Vesuvius destroyed the cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum when it erupted in 79 AD. The result of this devastation was that thousands of objects, structures, and even people lay well-preserved beneath layers of ash for thousands of years. By examining these remnants, modern historians have made countless discoveries about life and culture in Ancient Rome.By isolating a slice of the mountain's topographical map, this pendant pays tribute to history and the un-ending search for humanity's buried secrets. It also makes a fashionable statement as an abstract piece of art, sure to look good for any occasion.