Organic Opal Necklet
Created at the request of a group of friends, this organic silver and gold necklet was to be an extra special gift for a 70th birthday present.
The brief was to create something that represented the longstanding friendship and love that the friends had for Sue. I talked over some ideas with one of the friends who said that Sue is an elegant lady with a strong character and great sense of loyalty. The friends wanted something organic and flowing incorporating a mixture of silver and gold with a hint of colour.
Strong bonds are represented with silver plaits
The necklet features two plaited silver wire sections which wind towards a central disc where a Mexican Fire Opal is set in gold. Each separate strand represents one friend from the group and the loose plaiting signifies how each friend has their own separate life but that they still come together to re-affirm their strong bond with one another.
The gentle spiralling towards, and around the gold and the stone, symbolise the regard the friends hold for ‘Sue’. An oxidised finish highlights the hammered texture and contrasts with the different coloured metals- this piece was a privilege to make.