Vintage Human Skull Charm with Moving Jaw

A really wonderful vintage charm, modeled in 14k yellow gold, that was made to resemble a human skull. This miniature skull is highly detailed, with defined cranial sutures, missing teeth, expressive eye sockets, and a moving jaw! Pull down on the skull's jaw, and it snaps back, allowing the charm's owner to have meaningful, low-pressure conversations. This handsome skull is a rarity. It hangs from an oval jump ring.

Materials

14k gold

Age

c. 1940 - 1950

Dimensions

Total drop (including jump ring) measures approx 18 mm; skull measures approx 11.3 x 7.3 mm