Mountain Landscape Necklace – Argentium Silver
Description
This Mountain Landscape necklace is handmade from solid Argentium silver. I melt the silver until it reaches a workable state, just before liquid. While the metal is still hot, I shape it with a jeweller’s pick to form peaks and valleys. I then curve the base gently and fuse it with the rings that hold the chain. Each necklace is made individually, not cast, so every mountain range is unique.
Design & Feel
The LAND design group reflects strength and stability. In this piece, the raised peaks and recessed valleys create depth and movement across the surface. Although the form stays compact, the texture gives the necklace a grounded, sculptural presence. Because each landscape develops naturally during shaping, no two pieces look the same.
Argentium Heat & Finish
After shaping the landscape, I heat-treat the necklace to activate the germanium oxide layer in Argentium silver. This process increases hardness and slows tarnish. I then refine the surface so the peaks and valleys remain clearly defined while keeping a clean, lasting finish.
Size & Weight
• Pendant length: approx. 3.7 cm (1.46 in)
• Pendant width: approx. 1.5 cm (0.59 in)
• Pendant weight: approx. 5.0–5.7 g
• Chain: sterling silver rolo chain, adjustable 16–18 in (included)
