Sun Symbol Necklace, Southwest Petroglyph Gemstones Handmade Jewelry

The beautiful "Halo Sun" handmade necklace features a petroglyph inspired sun pendant, leopardskin jasper, shell and copper - unique Southwest jewelry for women.

Filled with the rich, earthy colors of the Desert Southwest, the one of a kind HALO SUN necklace is a perfect handmade jewelry gift for the woman who loves the symbolism of Native American petroglyphs. The beautiful necklace features an artisan polymer clay sun symbol pendant, leopardskin jasper gemstones, shell heishe and copper. The pendant was created from white polymer clay. A concentric circle halo sun symbol design was inscribed free hand into the polymer clay then hand painted with earthy pigments reminiscent of the sandstone and sage of the desert. The backside of the pendant is also inscribed with a petroglyph looking design, including the maker’s mark, a spiraling P. A coating of clear polymer clay sealer was applied to protect the pendant and keep it vibrant for many years of wearing pleasure. Three heavy gauge copper jump rings securely fasten the unique wire bail of the pendant to the main body of the necklace.

To perfectly highlight the colors of the sun pendant, gorgeous leopardskin jasper and shell heishe was used. Also sometimes referred to as jaguar stone, leopardskin jasper is known for its earthy colors and distinct potter and swirly patterns. As you can see in the photos, the colors range from a dark reddish brown pinks, peaches and a pale beige. Each stone is distinct in its pattern. Between each grouping of three leopardskin jasper rounds, each separated by small copper beads, is found three thin heishe shell discs in a pale peachy color, also separated from the jasper by copper beads. A copper hook clasp set finishes the meaningful necklace. Carefully designed and handmade by Catherine of Shadow Dog Designs, the HALO SUN petroglyph inspired necklace is a lovely gift for the woman who is captivated by the magic and beauty of the symbols.

The unique halo sun petroglyph pendant was artisan created from polymer clay that was hand inscribed and painted.

Here's the important information for the HALO SUN petroglyph necklace

• Halo sun petroglyph pendant: app. 51 mm including bail x 40 mm at widest (2.0” x 1.6”); artisan handmade by Pati Bannister
• Leopardskin jasper gemstones: app. 8 mm
• Shell discs: app. 5 mm x 2 mm
• Metal: copper
• Clasp: copper hook clasp set
• Length: app. 19” / 48.3 cm
• Pendant drop: app. 2” / 5.1 cm, including the copper wire bail

The eye catching "Halo Sun" petroglyph necklace shown on a jewelry bust.

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Spiral Sun Pendant Necklace, Polymer Clay Petroglyph Handmade Jewelry

The "Desert Sun" handmade necklace features an artisan spiral sun pendant, carnelian gemstones and copper - unique Southwest inspired jewelry.

Filled with an ancient wonder of the magic of petroglyphs, the DESERT SUN handmade necklace is a perfect jewelry gift for the woman who loves the beauty of the Desert Southwest. The unique necklace features a one of a kind, artisan spiral sun pendant created from polymer clay, two sizes of carnelian and copper. Inspired by Anasazi petroglyphs found painted on canyon walls and caves in the Four Corners area, spiral suns are a symbol of healing and also represent the natural movements and rhythms of life, the constant motion of the universe. The  rustically shaped pendant has a freehand hand carved spiral sun design on white polymer clay. After curing, the pendant was painted w/ earthy desert colored pigments.  A very light coat of a sealer was applied to keep the colors bright for years to come. The backside of the pendant is  inscribed with the artist’s mark, a spiral P.   Two sizes of carnelian gemstones perfectly highlight the earthy petroglyph pendant. As you can see in the photos, the carnelian ranges in colors from dark orange to almost white. The larger round gemstones are faceted for subtle sparkle. Between each faceted stone are a single carnelian round.   A copper s-clap with a raised design finishes the beautiful necklace. Carefully designed and handmade by Catherine of Shadow Dog Designs, the spiraling DESERT SUN pendant necklace was created for the woman who adores talismanic petroglyph jewelry and the enchantment of the Desert Southwest.

The unique petroglyph-inspired pendant was created from white polymer clay with an incised spiral sun design.

Here's the important information for the DESERT SUN pendant necklace:

• Spiral sun polymer clay pendant: app 60 mm (2.4”) x 55 mm (2.2”) x 3 mm; artisan handmade by Pati Bannister
• Faceted carnelian rounds: app. 12 mm
• Sall carnelian rounds: app. 4 mm
• Metal: copper
• Clasp: copper s-clasp with a raised design
• Length: app. 17.75” / 45.1 cm
• Pendant drop: app. 2.5” / 6.4 cm including the copper bail

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