{"product_id":"spiny-oyster-turquoise-boulder-ridge-pendant","title":"Spiny Oyster \u0026 Turquoise Boulder Ridge Sterling Silver Pendant","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBuilt as part of the Sterling Roots Boulder Ridge Collection, this one-of-a-kind statement pendant brings three distinctive stones into a dimensional, overlapping composition inspired by boulders layered along a mountain ridge. Purple and orange heart-shaped spiny oyster rise alongside genuine turquoise, surrounded by substantial sterling silver beadwork. Measuring approximately 1.75 inches, the pendant carries significant visual depth within a concentrated form and will not be recreated.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eArchitectural Form \u0026amp; Scale\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe defining feature of this Boulder Ridge pendant is its layered construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThree individually set stones are positioned at different elevations rather than across a single plane. The orange spiny oyster heart rises at an angle, extending partially over the neighboring purple heart and turquoise. This elevated placement creates the irregular stacked profile that defines the Boulder Ridge series, translating the way rock formations overlap along mountain summits into precious metal and stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eHand-forged, hammered sterling silver beads of varying sizes flow along both outer edges. Their changing scale softens the perimeter while reinforcing the dimensional movement of the central stone arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAt approximately 1.75 inches long, the pendant concentrates substantial detail and depth into a strong statement form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eStone Composition \u0026amp; Visual Impact\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThree cabochons create a saturated composition of purple, orange, and turquoise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eA heart-shaped purple spiny oyster is held in a straight bezel, establishing one side of the lower composition. A genuine freeform turquoise cabochon sits alongside it in a scalloped bezel, introducing blue-green color and the individual character of natural turquoise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eAbove them, a heart-shaped orange spiny oyster is set in a serrated bezel and positioned at an angle. Its elevation creates both shadow and physical depth while allowing all three stones to remain visually distinct.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe different stone shapes, bezel treatments, and elevations give the pendant its ridge-like profile, while the sterling silver bead accents carry movement around the entire composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eForging Discipline\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis pendant is constructed through layered bench work using traditional silversmithing tools and techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eEach bezel is individually formed for its cabochon, with three different setting treatments incorporated into one composition. The stones are then arranged at varying heights and angles to establish the Boulder Ridge structure while maintaining balance throughout the finished piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIndividual sterling silver beads are formed, hammered, sized, and positioned around the perimeter to follow the irregular contours of the stones. Oxidation settles into the recesses between these elements, defining the layered construction and emphasizing the depth of the metalwork.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eA substantial bail completes the pendant, proportioned to accommodate larger chains appropriate to the scale of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Solid sterling silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStone Details:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heart-shaped purple spiny oyster; heart-shaped orange spiny oyster; genuine freeform turquoise cabochon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSettings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Straight, serrated, and scalloped sterling silver bezels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 1.75 inches in length\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBail:\u003c\/strong\u003e Larger sterling silver bail designed to accommodate substantial chains\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oxidized with hand-refined highlights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-forged in the foothills of the Adirondacks, New York\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMethod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional silversmithing with layered stone settings and hand-forged hammered bead accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChain:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pendant only; Sterling Roots hand-forged chains may be invested in separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"auto\"\u003eCollector Statement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis pendant is a concentrated expression of the Boulder Ridge Collection: natural stone assembled through elevation, asymmetry, and deliberate layering to evoke the structure of a mountain summit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThree distinct stones, three bezel treatments, dimensional construction, and individually worked silver accents give this piece the complexity expected of collector-level Adirondack artisan jewelry. The natural variation within the turquoise and spiny oyster further establishes its singular character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eA one-of-a-kind Boulder Ridge work, built once at the Sterling Roots bench and intended to remain singular.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/sterlingroots.com\/collections\/handcrafted-sterling-silver-pendants-adirondacks-new-york\"\u003eExplore our hand-forged pendants→\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sterling Roots - Emily","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50523886551214,"sku":null,"price":450.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0459\/1812\/6241\/files\/orange-purple-spiny-oyster-turquoise-pendant-boulder-ridge-collection-hand-forged.jpg?v=1790185279","url":"https:\/\/sterlingroots.com\/products\/spiny-oyster-turquoise-boulder-ridge-pendant","provider":"Sterling Roots","version":"1.0","type":"link"}