Sterling Silver Key + Sapphire Necklace
I hand cast a beautiful old, antique dowry box key using the ancient technique of sand casting, in which molten silver is poured into a cavity of the original key that was pressed into special compacted sand called 'Delft Clay'. (see photos)
Set with a 3.5mm faceted, blue/green African Sapphire.
The chain is finished with a hand forged decorative hook clasp.
Finished with a satiny sheen, with intentional tool markings and PR makers mark.
Patinaed to bring out the beautiful textures.
It's such a unique statement pendant to wear alone, or layered with multiple necklaces.
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Key size: 44mm x 17mm
Chain length: 47.5cm (18 3/4 inches)
Weight: 9.62 grams (.339 ounce)
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Precious Rubi jewellery is gift boxed and ready for gifting.
Sand casting is an ancient metal casting process in which sand is used as the mould material. It dates back to around 4000-3000 BC, in Mesopotamia.
Implementing the art of deliberate imperfection...using traditional metalsmithing techniques.
JEWELLERY CARE
Precious Rubi jewellery is crafted to last for many years, and with a little care, it can be enjoyed for generations to come.
THE IMPORTANT STUFF...
Take care not to knock or drop your jewellery. Gemstones might look tough, but their hardness can vary greatly from one stone to another.
Don't expose your jewellery to chemicals. eg: cleaning products, chlorine, etc. They can be very damaging to gemstones and silver.
Remove your jewellery when showering, swimming, exercising and work, such as gardening, household chores, etc.
Avoid using commercial jewellery cleaning products. They are too harsh on most gemstones.
When you're not wearing your PR jewels, store in a safe, dry place..
For more information please visit my Jewellery Care page in the menu.
SHIPPING INFORMATION
PROCESSING TIME
All items are usually shipped within 1 to 3 business days after purchase.
Orders are shipped from Melbourne, Australia via Australia Post.
PLEASE NOTE: Australia Post estimated delivery times vary greatly at the moment, making any delays out of my control.
COUNTRIES WE SHIP TO
At this time, Precious Rubi is shipping to:
- Australia
- New Zealand
- Unites States of America
- Canada
Please contact me if you live elsewhere and would like to make a purchase.
Please ensure that your shipping address and email address information is entered correctly.
For more information, please visit my Shipping + Returns page in the menu.
RETURNS + EXCHANGES
Before purchasing any item from my website, please ensure you read the product description thoroughly, check the size of the ring, pendant, earrings, bangle, etc., and carefully look through all the photos provided. xox
Precious Rubi does not accept returns for...
- Change of mind.
- Wrong ring size selected.
- Gifted items that the recipient doesn't like.
- Failure to read the product description carefully: particularly pertaining to purposeful aesthetic imperfections.
- Return requests made after 7 days of receipt.
PLEASE NOTE: Earrings cannot be returned.
A request for a return/exchange is made on a case-by-case basis at the discretion of Precious Rubi.
For more important information, please visit my Shipping + Returns page in the menu.