Silver statement necklace {Barcelonesa Necklace}

Completely hand forged of aluminum. Slightly extendable/ adjustable necklace measuring between 16 and 20 inches, with the additional length of the medallions dropping a further 3 inches approximately. Easily dressed up or down. Looks luminous on the skin, and fabulous against the fabric of your favorite top.

Would you like matching earrings as well? Please see this shop section for the set:
http://www.etsy.com/shop/OneWorldTwoHands?section_id=12426076

I begin by drawing and cutting by hand from aluminum sheet metal organic flowing medallions that I then hammer on my steel block for both strength and shine. Between 1,500 and 2,000 hammer strokes go into each necklace. I file off all rough edges for the smoothest surface for both neck and clothing. I join the necklace together with sterling silver plated rings that I also hand forge. I have given the medallions a bit of a convex curvature and a modern, lustrous hand applied brushing as a finish. The chain is of sterling silver plated solid brass, nickel free. Hand made clasp.

The necklace has a satin hammered finish on the reverse.

If you love large statement pieces of jewelry but are sometimes discouraged by their cost or weight, this piece is for you. It is extremely light weight as it is made from aluminum and you have the look of large silver pieces without the high cost. A handcrafted original.

Barcelona and her denizens. Modern city of art, light and life. Never shy. Bold forward thinking.

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Trivia: Aluminum was once more valuable than gold! Napoleon III, Emperor of France, is reputed to have given a banquet where the most honoured guests were given aluminium utensils, while the others made do with gold.
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The above necklace has already found a home, but the necklace you receive will be just as similar as my two hands can make it. And due to the fascinating nature of hand made items you can expect certain charming variances.

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~Allison

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