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Wide Battle Scar Ring

Fri, 01 Jan 2010 16:42:04 -0500

$55.00
This is the wider version of the Battle Scar ring, measuring a width of 6mm. I have given it a texture that resembles dings and scratches one might acquire in fierce battle and then oxidized the band to highlight these and give it a worn look. I make each ring by hand - these are not cast - so the markings may vary from what you see in the picture above. These make great wedding or commitment bands!

This ring can be made in any size you'd like, just mention it when you order. This item is made to order - please allow up to 10 business days for the creation of your ring.

Battle Scar Earrings

Tue, 08 Dec 2009 11:37:35 -0500

$40.00
A pair of sterling silver earrings, hammered into a small hoop form. The posts are sterling silver as well. They measure about 9/16 of an inch in diameter. I have given them a texture that resembles dings and scratches one might acquire in fierce battle and then oxidized the band to highlight these and give it a worn look. I make each earring by hand - these are not cast - so the markings may vary from what you see in the picture above. These are the perfect compliment for my Battle Scar rings.

This item is made to order - please allow up to 10 business days for the creation of your earrings.

Rivet Cuff

Sun, 06 Dec 2009 20:04:20 -0500

$85.00
A cuff style bracelet made of sterling silver with three sterling silver rivets hand hammered into it. The band is 1/2 inch wide. A patina has been added to the silver to give it a gunmetal, almost distressed feeling. This cuff goes great with my Rivet Ring!

Listing is for one rivet cuff bracelet.

This cuff will fit most wrist sizes and is adjustable by carefully bending it open or closed. It's the perfect companion for my Rivet Rings. These are handmade to order and may vary slightly from the pictures. Being as it is made to order - please allow up to 10 business days for the creation of your cuff.

Ripples Ring (size 8.5)

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:18:58 -0500

$70.00
A cup of rippled silver resting on a solid band. This ring is made from reticulated silver that has been hammered into a shallow dish shape and finished off with a sturdy sterling silver band. It was then finished off by oxidizing it to near black and then removing the patina off of the raised areas, bringing focus on the gorgeous wave-like texture. This ring is size 8.5

Mesh Pendant

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:18:58 -0500

$75.00
This unique pendant is formed from sterling silver impressed with a mesh-like pattern. An almandine garnet hangs at the bottom - secure but almost as if it's floating. The bail is hidden in the back to add to the overall floating appearance of this piece as it hangs from the included 18 inch sterling box chain. This piece measures 2.5 inches from top to bottom and just under 1/2 inch in width.

Traditionally, garnet was viewed as a stone of power, lending strength and vitality. It's also said that garnet helps to unleash a person's creativity.

Moonstone Wide Battle Scar Ring

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:18:39 -0500

$70.00
This is the wider version of the Battle Scar ring, measuring a width of 6mm. A 4mm white moonstone has been bezel set on the band. I have given it a texture that resembles dings and scratches one might acquire in fierce battle and then oxidized the band to highlight these and give it a worn look. I make each ring by hand - these are not cast - so the markings may vary from what you see in the picture above.

This ring can be made size 6 and larger, just mention it when you order. This item is made to order - please allow up to 10 business days for the creation of your ring.

Ghostly Green Barred Necklace

Tue, 24 Nov 2009 17:18:39 -0500

$50.00
The pendant for this necklace is fabricated from three sterling silver bars and measures just under 1 and 3/4 inches from top to bottom. The unnaturally glowing stone is Chrysoprase and it measures 4mm. I have given the pendant an oxidized finish that was brushed, creating highlight and an antiqued feel. The pendant hangs from a 16 inch rubber cord with a sterling silver clasp.

Traditionally, chrysoprase has been said to bring about calming and allow one to properly confront their hidden thoughts. Some say that the stone protects from nightmares and there's an old legend of a holder of chrysoprase that was able to speak to lizards with the stone. (I make no guarantee that this stone will let you speak with lizards - but if it does, please tell me!)

This item is made to order - please allow up to 10 business days for the creation of your pendant.

Red Wine Barred Necklace

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:06:28 -0500

$50.00
The pendant for this necklace is fabricated from three sterling silver bars and measures just under 1 and 3/4 inches from top to bottom. The unnaturally glowing stone is Almandine Garnet and it measures 4mm. I have given the pendant an oxidized finish that was brushed, creating highlight and an antiqued feel. The pendant hangs from a 16 inch rubber cord with a sterling silver clasp.

Traditionally, garnet was viewed as a stone of power, lending strength and vitality. It's also said that garnet helps to unleash a person's creativity.

This item is made to order - please allow up to 10 business days for the creation of your pendant.

Hammered Dark Copper Disc Earrings

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:06:28 -0500

$20.00
These one inch copper discs have been hammered and domed before applying a dark patina. They have a stunningly simple and rustic look. They hang from handmade sterling silver earwires.

Vires Pendant

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:06:28 -0500

$125.00
This pendant was hand fabricated using a substantial amount of sterling silver. A unique pattern was impressed into the center of the pendant, which has been domed and the stone is an almandine garnet. The pendant itself has a diameter of just over 1 inch. It comes hanging nicely from an 18 inch sterling silver box chain. This beautifuly simple and powerful piece is handmade and one of a kind!

Traditionally, garnet was viewed as a stone of power, lending strength and vitality. It's also said that garnet helps to unleash a person's creativity.

Red Wine Battle Scar Ring

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:06:28 -0500

$27.00
This ring is created out of sterling silver and has a almandine garnet cabochon bezel setting. I have given the silver a texture that resembles dings and scratches one might acquire in fierce battle and then oxidized the band to highlight these and give it a worn look. The band is 2mm x 1mm and the stone is 4mm. This ring looks great alone, or wear it with another colored Battle Scar ring!

Traditionally, garnet was viewed as a stone of power, lending strength and vitality. It's also said that garnet helps to unleash a person's creativity.

This ring is custom made to your size. Just mention your accurate ring size when you order. This item is made to order - please allow up to 10 business days for the creation of your ring.

Black Soul Barred Necklace

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:06:27 -0500

$50.00
The pendant for this necklace is fabricated from three sterling silver bars and measures just under 1 and 3/4 inches from top to bottom. The unnaturally glowing stone is Hematite and it measures 4mm. I have given the pendant an oxidized finish that was brushed, creating highlight and an antiqued feel. The pendant hangs from a 16 inch rubber cord with a sterling silver clasp.

Traditionally, hematite has been viewed as a stone of grounding that keeps one at ease. It's thought that hematite will bounce negativity away from the wearer.

This item is made to order - please allow up to 10 business days for the creation of your pendant.

Rivet Ring

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 12:33:23 -0400

$60.00
A sheet of sterling silver bound together with a hollow silver rivet. The band is about 1/2 inch wide. The sheet of silver used is 1mm thick. I've oxidized and brushed the ring to highlight the rivet and recessed areas of the ring. This ring goes great with my Rivet Cuff!

This ring can be made in any size you'd like, just mention it when you order. Keep in mind the width of this ring - consider ordering a half size or size bigger for comfort. This item is made to order - please allow up to 10 business days for the creation of your ring.

Battle Scar Ring

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 17:29:29 -0400

$30.00
This sterling silver ring is 3mm wide. I have given it a texture that resembles dings and scratches one might acquire in fierce battle and then oxidized the band to highlight these and give it a worn look. I make each ring by hand - these are not cast - so the markings may vary from what you see in the picture above.

This ring can be made in any size you'd like, just mention it when you order. This item is made to order - please allow up to 10 business days for the creation of your ring.

Ghostly Green Battle Scar Ring

Tue, 06 Oct 2009 10:57:06 -0400

$27.00
This ring is created out of sterling silver and has a Chrysoprase cabochon bezel setting. I have given the silver a texture that resembles dings and scratches one might acquire in fierce battle and then oxidized the band to highlight these and give it a worn look. Chrysoprase is a variety of the gemstone chalcedony. It has an almost unearthly glowing quality to it. The band is 2mm x 1mm and the stone is 4mm. This ring looks great alone, or wear it with another colored Battle Scar ring!

Traditionally, chrysoprase has been said to bring about calming and allow one to properly confront their hidden thoughts. Some say that the stone protects from nightmares and there's an old legend of a holder of chrysoprase that was able to speak to lizards with the stone. (I make no guarantee that this stone will let you speak with lizards - but if it does, please tell me!)

This ring is custom made to your size. Just mention your accurate ring size when you order. This item is made to order - please allow up to 10 business days for the creation of your ring.

Battle Scar Stacker Rings (Set of 3)

Wed, 02 Sep 2009 22:44:17 -0400

$30.00
This is a set of three stackable rings. They are formed from sterling silver bands that are slightly bigger than 1 mm thick. I have given them a texture that resembles dings and scratches one might acquire in fierce battle and then oxidized the band to highlight these and give it a worn look.

These rings are made to size so please provide your accurate ring size when ordering. This item is made to order - please allow up to 10 business days for the creation of your rings.