SOLD "Book of Leaves" Pure (.999) Silver and 22K Gold Pendant

Artisan Jewelry : Pendants

 

Holly is quintuply-certified in Precious Metal Clay and Art Clay Silver. This one-of-a-kind pendant is one of Holly's most beautiful and unique pieces.

16 gm of pure silver and 22kt gold...

Two leaves from Holly's yard were transformed into pure (.999) silver (coated 28 times each, drying fully between coats, then kiln-fired to burn off the leaf, leaving the beautiful rich leaf detail in the silver). A third, rectangular, piece was created, with beautiful texture (leaves, of course), and kiln fired. The front of this piece was then coated with 22K gold paste, multiple coats for a nice color... and torch-fired.

Sterling silver "vines" attach the small leaf in the front, and tendrils were created by coiling and flattening the wire.

I was originally planning to put some "pages" between this front and back cover (as a "book"), but it is far too beautiful as it is, so I left it alone. Two sterling jump rings connect the pieces together, and I have included a 20" sterling silver chain. The pendant measures approximately 2" tall by 1" wide. It opens to show the beautiful detail of the large leaf as well as the texture on the inside of the pendant.

This is a one-of-a-kind original created by Holly Thompson.

Item ID: 291