Pieces of Eight Sterling Necklace - Two Colors

A Piece of Eight cast in sterling silver and hung on a gold filled chain makes the perfect layering or accent piece. Pieces of eight come from original Spanish dollars (Real de a ocho) that were stamped in silver and considered the standard currency for 300 years between 1400 and 1700. One dollar equaled 8 réals and since they didn't use smaller denominations, the dollars were cut into eight equal pieces to pay in réals rather than dollars. During this time, Spain produced 95% of the world's currency.

This piece is also available in golden bronze.

Sterling silver, gold filled chain and lobster clasp. 17" with 2" extension. Hand made in the USA