Death Moth Pendant Necklace – Antique Silver Gothic Symbol
STORY & SYMBOLISM
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HYPOALLERGENIC
Skin-friendly steel. No rust. No fading.
TIME-HONORED
CRAFT
Traditional craftsmanship, finished by hand.
SWIM SAFE
Waterproof for swimming and everyday wear.
STORY & SYMBOLISM
DETAILS & CRAFT
SHIPPING & RETURNS
Shipping Policy
Every order is handled with care. Here is everything you need to know before your piece begins its journey to you.
Free Standard Shipping
on all orders over $75 USD — worldwide Orders under $75 USD ship for a flat rate of $9.99 USDDELIVERY TIMES
All orders go through verification, quality check, and packaging before dispatch. Processing time does not include weekends or public holidays.
Standard shipping after dispatch. Calculated from the date your order ships, not the order date.
We ship worldwide. Estimated delivery times vary by destination and are calculated from the date your order is shipped. Delays may occur due to customs clearance or carrier conditions beyond our control.
A shipping confirmation email with your tracking number will be sent once your order dispatches. Allow 24–48 hours for tracking to activate.
International orders may be subject to customs fees or import taxes. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility and are not included in our pricing.
IMPORTANT NOTES
- Delivery times are estimates only and are not guaranteed. Delays may occur due to customs clearance, weather, or carrier issues beyond our control.
- Please double-check your shipping address before placing your order. Orders shipped to an address provided at checkout cannot be redirected.
- Once a package is marked as delivered by the carrier, it is considered successfully fulfilled. If you believe your package has been lost or stolen after delivery, please contact your local carrier or postal service directly — they are best positioned to investigate and assist. If you need further assistance, you’re also welcome to reach out to us at services@veilhinge.com and we’ll do our best to help.
- If your package is held by customs, delivery timelines may be extended. Veilhinge has no control over customs processing times or decisions.
CONTACT US
Questions about your order or shipment? Reach us at services@veilhinge.com
We respond within 24–48 business hours.
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Return & Refund
Every Veilhinge piece is made to last. If it doesn’t meet your standards, it doesn’t meet ours either.
30-Day Return Window
from the date of delivery — worldwide Shop with confidence. 30 days to decide.RETURN ELIGIBILITY
- Items must be returned within 30 days of the delivery date.
- Items must be in their original, unworn, undamaged condition with all original tags and packaging intact.
- Custom, personalized, or engraved items are final sale and cannot be returned, unless there is a manufacturing defect.
- Sale items, clearance items, and gift cards are final sale and cannot be returned.
HOW TO INITIATE A RETURN
Contact us at services@veilhinge.com with the following:
- Your order number
- The item(s) you wish to return
- The reason for your return
- Clear photos and a short video of the item if there is a defect or damage
Our team will respond within 24–48 business hours with return instructions and a Return Authorization Number (RA#).
Returns sent without an RA# will not be accepted.
RETURN SHIPPING & COSTS
- Customers are responsible for return shipping costs, unless the item is defective, damaged, or incorrect.
- We recommend using a trackable shipping service. We cannot be responsible for lost return packages.
- Please contact us before shipping your return — we will provide the return address based on your location.
REFUND PROCESS
Once we receive and inspect your return, we will notify you of the approval or rejection of your refund. If approved, your refund will be processed to your original payment method within 5–7 business days. Your bank may require additional processing time.
Once your refund is processed, you’re welcome to explore our latest collection — new pieces arrive regularly.
DEFECTIVE OR DAMAGED ITEMS
If you receive a defective, damaged, or incorrect item, contact us immediately at services@veilhinge.com with clear photos and a short video of the item and its original packaging. We will cover all return shipping costs and offer a full refund at no cost to you.
LATE OR MISSING REFUNDS
If you haven’t received your refund, please check your bank account first, then contact your credit card company — processing times vary by institution. If you’ve done both and still have not received your refund, reach out to us at services@veilhinge.com.
CONTACT US
Questions about a return or refund? Reach us at services@veilhinge.com
We respond within 24–48 business hours.
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It is a commitment — from us to you.
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Born in darkness. Drawn to the unseen.
The death moth is one of the strongest symbols in dark aesthetic jewelry: transformation, instinct, beauty, and the unknown held in a single shape. Unlike the butterfly — which represents change completed — the moth represents the pull toward something not yet understood, the willingness to move toward light even when the outcome is uncertain. This pendant combines engraved wings, a skull-centered body, and an antique silver finish that gives the piece a weathered, ritual-object feel instead of a polished costume look.
Each pendant is individually hand-finished — the wing engraving worked by hand to ensure the texture reads clearly at every angle, the antique silver tone applied to build shadow into every groove and feather line.
If you're drawn to gothic necklaces with symbolic weight, this is a piece that reads clearly whether you wear it alone or layer it into a darker stack.
Design Highlights
- Death moth silhouette with skull detail at the center — transformation and mortality in one form
- Engraved wing patterns — texture and shadow built into every line
- Antique silver finish — weathered, worn-in, ritual-object character
- Pairs naturally with gothic, dark romantic, and occult styling
The Symbolism
The death's-head hawkmoth has appeared in art and literature for centuries — from Dutch vanitas paintings to Silence of the Lambs — always as a symbol of the uncanny, the threshold between worlds, the beauty that exists at the edge of what is comfortable. The skull at its center is not added for effect. It was always there.
Material & Craft
- 316L surgical-grade stainless steel with a weight you can feel
- Tarnish-resistant, corrosion-resistant, and skin-friendly for everyday wear
- Antique silver finish hand-applied across engraved wing surface — shadow caught in every feather line
- Built to be worn close — atmospheric rather than loud, felt before it is seen
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RING SIZE GUIDE
Find your perfect fit — before the ring finds you.
01
Cut a thin strip of paper or use a piece of string. Wrap it snugly around the base of your finger.
02
Mark the point where the paper or string overlaps with a pen. This marks your finger's circumference.
03
Lay your string flat and measure the distance between the marks in millimeters.
| US SIZE | CIRCUMFERENCE (mm) |
|---|---|
| 5 | 49.3 |
| 6 | 51.8 |
| 7 | 54.4 |
| 8 | 56.9 |
| 9 | 59.5 |
| 10 | 62.1 |
| 11 | 64.6 |
| 12 | 67.2 |
| 13 | 69.7 |
OPEN BAND RINGS
Select Veilhinge rings feature an open band design and can be gently adjusted ±1 size from their original shipped size for a comfortable fit. To avoid metal fatigue, we recommend minimal and gradual adjustment — do not bend the band back and forth repeatedly.
SIZING TIPS
Measure at the end of the day — fingers are slightly larger then, giving you the most comfortable fit.
If you're between sizes, size up for a more comfortable wear.
Knuckle larger than the base of your finger? Measure both and choose a size in between.
Still unsure? We're here.
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