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Spine necklace | sterling silver
The vertebral column — 33 bones stacked into a flexible axis of support, protecting the spinal cord across its entire length.
The Anatomy of the Spine
The vertebral column consists of 33 vertebrae: 7 cervical, 12 thoracic, 5 lumbar, 5 sacral (fused into the sacrum), and 3-4 coccygeal (fused into the coccyx). It has four curves in the sagittal plane — cervical lordosis, thoracic kyphosis, lumbar lordosis, and sacral kyphosis — which act as a spring system to absorb axial loads during locomotion. The primary curves (thoracic and sacral kyphoses) are present at birth; the secondary curves (cervical and lumbar lordoses) develop in infancy as the child lifts their head and begins to walk. The spinal cord descends to approximately L1/L2, below which the cauda equina (a bundle of lumbar and sacral nerve roots) continues to the sacrum.
A Meaningful Gift for Science Lovers
A piece for anatomists, spine specialists, and anyone who has spent time thinking about the column that holds us upright.
- For the spine surgeon, physiotherapist, or anatomist who works with the whole vertebral column
- For a medical student who has studied the full spine in anatomy
- For anyone who has had a spine-related diagnosis and wants to carry something meaningful
- As a comprehensive piece — the whole spine, not just one level
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FAQ
Q: Why is the spine such a powerful anatomical symbol?
A: The spine is the body's structural foundation, supporting everything above it. It also houses the spinal cord, the neural highway connecting the brain to the rest of the body. Anatomically and metaphorically, it represents strength, flexibility, and the backbone of our existence.
Q: Is this suitable for someone in physical therapy or chiropractics?
A: Perfect. The spine is the centerpiece of their work, and wearing it acknowledges the elegance of spinal anatomy and the healing they facilitate.
Q: What material and chain does this come with?
A: Sterling silver on a 45cm (18-inch) sterling silver chain. Shipped globally via DHL Express.
Human Anatomy
Anatomical wonders have never been so elegantly articulated. Our anatomical collection embodies the intricate and awe-inspiring structures that make us who we are. From DNA double helices to neuronal networks, our pieces don't merely imitate—they interpret. The collection serves as a tangible tribute to the hidden beauty within us all, elevating the realms of biology and medicine into wearable art. With exquisite attention to detail, each piece is a dialogue between form and function, revealing the enigmatic eloquence of the human body.
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