Heavy Heart Framed Hand-Forged Sterling Silver Pendant

This one-of-a-kind pendant is hand-forged in sterling silver in our Adirondack jewelry studio, shaped at the bench using traditional silversmithing tools. A solid sterling silver heart rests within a circular hammered frame, creating a balanced composition that combines strong geometry with a timeless symbol. Built through disciplined metalwork, this piece reflects the enduring presence and material integrity of heirloom quality silver.

Form & Proportion

The pendant measures approximately 1.5 inches in length and carries a dense, substantial weight. The circular frame creates a strong visual boundary around the heart, while the open design allows light to move through the form. The proportions are intentional—bold enough to stand on its own while maintaining a balanced and refined silhouette.

Materials & Method

Forged from solid sterling silver, both the heart and surrounding frame are shaped and refined entirely within the studio. The circular perimeter is worked with hammered facets that catch and reflect light, creating movement across the surface. A bright polished finish enhances the dimensional qualities of the metal and highlights the clean lines of the design. This is hand-forged sterling silver jewelry built for durability and long-term wear.

Built Details

• Solid sterling silver
• Hand-forged and bench-built
• Solid heart centerpiece
• Circular hammered frame
• Bright polished finish
• Dense, substantial weight
• Measures approximately 1.5 inches
• One-of-a-kind pendant

Collector Context

This pendant is a singular studio piece, shaped once and not repeated. Its combination of symbolic form, substantial weight, and architectural structure places it within a limited body of work from the Adirondack jewelry studio, created for collectors who value enduring design, material presence, and timeless silver.

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