{"product_id":"hand-forged-aspen-leaf-sterling-pendant","title":"Hand-Forged Aspen Leaf Pendant in Sterling Silver","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"53\" data-end=\"373\"\u003eForged by hand in solid sterling silver, this aspen leaf pendant is built in our Adirondack jewelry studio using traditional silversmithing tools and disciplined bench techniques. The design was created by studying and replicating the form of an actual aspen leaf, translating its natural structure into enduring silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"375\" data-end=\"534\"\u003eEach line, contour, and surface mark is shaped and refined by hand, resulting in heirloom quality silver jewelry that carries both scale and natural character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"536\" data-end=\"539\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"srtuq1\" data-start=\"541\" data-end=\"561\"\u003eForm \u0026amp; Proportion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"706\"\u003eMeasuring just over 1.5 inches in length, this pendant has substantial presence while maintaining the organic proportions of the original leaf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"708\" data-end=\"948\"\u003eThe silhouette follows the natural outline of an aspen leaf, with gentle curves and a tapered tip that guide the eye vertically. Subtle hand stamping and surface texturing bring out the vein structure and natural irregularities of the leaf.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"950\" data-end=\"1039\"\u003eThe scale allows the pendant to anchor a chain while remaining fluid and natural in form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1041\" data-end=\"1044\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"rokio4\" data-start=\"1046\" data-end=\"1067\"\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1069\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003eThe pendant begins as a sheet of sterling silver that is carefully hand-sawn to replicate the shape of an aspen leaf. Surface details are then developed through controlled hand stamping and forging work to create texture and dimensional depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1314\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003eAn oxidized finish enhances the stamped impressions and contours of the metal, allowing the details of the leaf structure to emerge with clarity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1587\"\u003eEvery step of the work is completed at the bench in our Adirondack jewelry studio using traditional silversmithing techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1589\" data-end=\"1612\"\u003eOur process emphasizes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1614\" data-end=\"1820\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"v84roq\" data-start=\"1614\" data-end=\"1653\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"1653\"\u003eHand-forged sterling silver jewelry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ugl1ce\" data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1689\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1656\" data-end=\"1689\"\u003eHand-sawn aspen leaf silhouette\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"yd9heg\" data-start=\"1690\" data-end=\"1738\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1692\" data-end=\"1738\"\u003eHand-stamped surface texture and vein detail\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cp3ui4\" data-start=\"1739\" data-end=\"1781\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1741\" data-end=\"1781\"\u003eOxidized finish for depth and contrast\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"117gwqs\" data-start=\"1782\" data-end=\"1820\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"1820\"\u003eHeirloom quality silver durability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"1825\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"2bhw3l\" data-start=\"1827\" data-end=\"1843\"\u003eBuilt Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"2179\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"11it4qm\" data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1847\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003eSolid sterling silver\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"71rdu6\" data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1904\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1873\" data-end=\"1904\"\u003eHand-forged aspen leaf design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1spes6l\" data-start=\"1905\" data-end=\"1945\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1907\" data-end=\"1945\"\u003eReplicated from an actual aspen leaf\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"e58zah\" data-start=\"1946\" data-end=\"1970\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1948\" data-end=\"1970\"\u003eHand-sawn silhouette\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14pbz5k\" data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"2005\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1973\" data-end=\"2005\"\u003eHand-stamped surface detailing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1lwaw7n\" data-start=\"2006\" data-end=\"2025\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2008\" data-end=\"2025\"\u003eOxidized finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1yiwhyd\" data-start=\"2026\" data-end=\"2051\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2028\" data-end=\"2051\"\u003eOne-of-a-kind pendant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1y9k0sd\" data-start=\"2052\" data-end=\"2095\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2054\" data-end=\"2095\"\u003eMeasures just over 1.5 inches in length\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8ct33t\" data-start=\"2096\" data-end=\"2138\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2098\" data-end=\"2138\"\u003eBuilt in our Adirondack jewelry studio\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ib7ets\" data-start=\"2139\" data-end=\"2179\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2141\" data-end=\"2179\"\u003ePendant only (chain sold separately)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2181\" data-end=\"2184\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1knbg6x\" data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2206\"\u003eCollector Context\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2208\" data-end=\"2368\"\u003eThis aspen leaf pendant is a single studio release. The hand-sawn form and stamped detailing ensure that each piece carries its own character within the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2370\" data-end=\"2508\"\u003eBuilt at the bench and released in limited quantity, it reflects the studio’s ongoing exploration of natural forms translated into silver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2510\" data-end=\"2603\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingroots.com\/collections\/handcrafted-sterling-silver-pendants-adirondacks-new-york\"\u003eExplore our hand-forged pendants → \u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca data-start=\"2545\" data-end=\"2601\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\"\u003e\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"ms-0.5 inline-block align-middle leading-none\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-rtl-flip=\"\" class=\"block h-[0.75em] w-[0.75em] stroke-current stroke-[0.75]\"\u003e\u003cuse href=\"\/cdn\/assets\/sprites-core-mlj80iqy.svg#304883\" fill=\"currentColor\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sterling Roots - Emily","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47636919222446,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0459\/1812\/6241\/files\/sterling-silver-handmade-aspen-pendant.jpg?v=1773518164","url":"https:\/\/sterlingroots.com\/products\/hand-forged-aspen-leaf-sterling-pendant","provider":"Sterling Roots","version":"1.0","type":"link"}