Deep Alder Point Fine Silver and Dichroic Glass Pendant

I am surrounded by lush Alder growth. Their leaves are a source of consternation in the fall (since I have to rake them!) but also of beauty. This impression of a leaf is paired with a gorgeous deep colored dichroic glass cab.

Dichroic glass is a fused glass containing various metal oxides, giving the piece different colors through reflection and refraction. Colors often shift with the angle of view. Dichroic glass was first created by NASA to serve as heat shields for the space shuttle. I refer to it as “glass lasagna” as it is baked in layers in a kiln.

Silver Art Clay is made from silver reclaimed from photography and X-ray film, combined with an organic binder. It can be formed just like clay: rolled, stamped, coiled, joined, and is then dried. Then it is fired by kiln or flame and the organics burn out, leaving either fine or sterling silver depending upon the formula. It is versatile and fun to work!

18" Double Rope Sterling chain is included.

2 1/8" X 1 " approx

KM254c