Hand-Carved Verdite Mask Pendant on Leather Cord Necklace | South African Style

Hand-Carved Verdite Mask Pendant on Leather Cord Necklace | South African Style This striking pendant necklace features a hand-carved mask, meticulously fashioned from deep green Verdite stone. Verdite is a unique serpentine mineral primarily found in South Africa and Zimbabwe, often used in culturally significant carvings. This stylized mask, with its distinct facial features, reflects the rich artistic traditions of Southern Africa. While specific mask meanings can vary, African masks generally embody spiritual beliefs, ancestral spirits, or aspects of identity and protection. The pendant measures 2 1/16" long by 1 1/2" wide. It is suspended from a durable leather cord necklace that measures 26.5" long.