Black Onyx Octopus Skull Pendant — .925 Sterling Silver Gothic Design
SKU: 3677
The skull replaces the octopus head — not sitting on top of it, not beside it, but fused into the body where the mantle would be. Eight tentacles extend from where the skull meets the neck, each one individually detailed with rows of suckers along the underside. A faceted black onyx sits in the skull's forehead, catching light against the darkened silver around it. At 30mm × 62mm, this is a big pendant. You see the tentacles before you see the skull.
Wear This If
If you want a pendant with two identities — From a distance, it reads as an octopus. Up close, the skull reveals itself. This dual-image design means the pendant shifts depending on viewing angle and distance — a conversation piece that doesn't announce itself immediately.
If you're building a gothic or dark jewelry set — The blackened oxidized finish, the onyx stone, and the skull motif place this firmly in gothic territory. It pairs well with skull rings, snake chains, or heavy silver bracelets without clashing.
If you prefer leather cord over metal chain — This pendant comes with a 3mm × 20" black leather cord already included. The cord complements the dark finish and keeps the look grounded — no need to buy a separate chain unless you want one.
Living With This Pendant
The tentacles curl in different directions — some wrap upward toward the skull, others spread outward. Because they're individually sculpted rather than symmetrical, the pendant has an organic, almost alive quality when it catches light from different angles.
27 grams on a leather cord hangs differently than on a metal chain. The cord absorbs some swing, so the pendant settles faster against your chest. The 62mm height means the bottom tentacles reach about 2.5 inches below the cord — visible in an open collar but not oversized.
Heads up: The black onyx sits in an open-back bezel — the stone is secure, but avoid direct impacts on the face of the skull. The onyx is harder than silver and won't scratch easily, but a hard knock against a counter edge could chip the bezel setting.
What's Inside
Good Questions
Q: Is the black stone onyx or cubic zirconia?
The stone is a faceted black onyx — a natural mineral with a deep, opaque black color. It's set in a bezel on the skull's forehead and doesn't have the sparkle of CZ. The finish is more matte-dark than reflective.
Q: Can I swap the leather cord for a silver chain?
Yes. The bail loop at the top fits chains up to about 4mm thick. If you prefer a heavier look, a 3mm sterling silver chain works well with the pendant's 27g weight. The leather cord gives a more raw, understated feel — it comes down to your preference.
Q: How does this compare to the two-tone octopus skull pendant?
The two-tone version uses bronze for the tentacles against a silver skull — warmer, more contrast. This pendant is all sterling silver with a uniform oxidized finish. The all-silver version reads darker and more cohesive; the two-tone is more eye-catching in daylight.
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For a warmer take on the same creature, the Octopus Skull Pendant in Bronze & Silver uses two metals — bronze tentacles against a silver skull. More color contrast, different vibe.
If the octopus appeals but not the skull, the Sterling Silver Octopus Pendant is a pure kraken design — all tentacles, no bones. Lighter and more streamlined.