The RCW 86 supernova remnant pendant dangles from a luxurious black voile ribbon necklace. The scene depicts the combined x-ray & infrared views of the RCW 86 supernova remnant located in the constellation Circinus. It is the oldest recorded supernova event, and the Chinese witnessed it in 185 A.D., documenting a mysterious "guest star" that remained in the sky for eight months. This pendant is silver tone, and the necklace closes with a silver tone lobster claw clasp & two inch extender chain. The artwork print is sealed and displayed under domed glass. The piece is signed by Autumn's Glory.

RCW 86 is a supernova remnant formed when a massive star ended its life in an extremely bright and powerful explosion which was seen on Earth 2,000 years ago. The Chinese documented it, making it the oldest recorded supernova event. It is located in the constellation Circinus and is located 8,000 light years from Earth.

The necklace measures approximately 18 inches long, and the pendant is a 1 inch square (not including bail). While the pendant & necklace is water resistant, it is not waterproof. Please remove it when bathing, showering and swimming.

Introduced in our 2014 Collection.

Image credit: NASA/ESA/JPL-Caltech/UCLA/CXC/SAO