Dainty fine silver limpet shell pendant on a sterling silver belcher chain. Perfect for layering or wear it on its own for a minimal look.
The seashell pendant is pure 999 fine silver, handcrafted from eco-friendly precious metal clay (see below for more information about silver clay).
The clay is cast in a mould made from a limpet shell I collected on a beach in Northumberland while on holiday (see photos to see the original seashell and the silver shell in clay form).
The little shell hangs from a sterling silver belcher chain and the whole necklace is gently oxidised to highlight the details in the metal. You can choose from two different chain lengths.
DETAILS AND MEASUREMENTS
- Handmade to order and ready to ship in 3 to 5 working days.
- Pendant is 999 fine silver and measures 11mm (just under 1/2 inch) long and 9mm wide.
- 925 sterling silver belcher chain in choice of 2 lengths.
WHAT IS FINE SILVER/SILVER CLAY?
Fine silver is made from precious metal silver clay, which looks and feels like regular sculpting clay but contains fine particles of pure silver mixed with a non-toxic organic binder. It is eco-friendly since the silver particles are recycled silver reclaimed from medical, scientific and communications equipment.
Once the clay is fired in the kiln, the binder burns away leaving a fine silver piece which is 99.9% pure silver (compared to sterling silver which is only 92.5% pure silver, the remainder being mainly copper).
Fine silver contains no other metals. It is tarnish resistant and, due to its purity, it is less likely to cause any reactions on the skin.
Fine silver pieces can be hallmarked at the Assay Office if they weigh more than 7.78 grams. Since my jewellery pieces are below this weight, I choose not to have them hallmarked.
