Rainbow Moonstone Sunburst Hand-Forged Sterling Silver Pendant

This one-of-a-kind pendant features a large oval rainbow moonstone set in hand-forged sterling silver, built in our Adirondack jewelry studio using traditional silversmithing tools. The stone is framed in a scalloped bezel and set atop a rectangular backplate, where hand-worked hammer marks radiate outward in a sunburst pattern. Formed at the bench through disciplined tool work, this piece reflects the presence and depth of heirloom quality silver.

Form & Proportion

The pendant carries a bold, structured profile, measuring just over 1.75 inches in length. The oval stone anchors the composition, while the rectangular backplate introduces a strong geometric foundation. The radiating texture creates movement across the surface, balancing the smooth presence of the moonstone. A large bail supports the scale, allowing it to pair naturally with heavier chains.

Materials & Method

Forged from solid sterling silver, the pendant is shaped and refined through controlled tool work within the studio. The scalloped bezel is formed to follow the contours of the stone, while the backplate is hand-textured with deliberate hammer strikes to create the sunburst effect. This is hand-forged sterling silver jewelry built for durability and long-term wear, with structure and surface working together in a unified design.

Built Details

• Rainbow moonstone (large oval)
• Solid sterling silver
• Hand-forged and bench-built
• Scalloped bezel setting
• Rectangular backplate with sunburst hammer texture
• Large bail for accommodating heavier chains
• Measures just over 1.75 inches
• One-of-a-kind pendant

Collector Context

This pendant is a singular studio piece, shaped once and not repeated. Its scale, radiant surface, and structured form place it within a limited body of work from the Adirondack jewelry studio, created for collectors who value light, form, and enduring silver.

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