Mystical Moth Pendant with Black Opal in Sterling Silver
Is it obvious that I have a moth obsession? This is another beauty, and probably my favorite so far. The moth is created with sterling silver sheet, a hydraulic press and an impression die. After pressing, I saw it out and solder it to a backing of 24 gauge sterling sheet, then sawed out again. Above it is a cultured black opal in a serrated. bezel. 2 tiny black opal cabs adorn each wing. The pendant is hung from an 20" bright sterling silver rolo chain with lobster clasp closure. (Can be shortened upon request)The entire piece is oxidized with liver of sulphur & polished to accentuate the highlights and bring dimension to the piece.