For the first time, I have created some of my favorite designs in the warm-toned brass, adding a cozy autumnal feel. 💛
Returning favorite design from 2020: the Sinister Smile!
Etching the surface of the brass created a more organic texture and allowed me to add fine details like the ribs (segment lines), the veins in the leaf, and the lines on the stem. The pumpkin is also adorned with curly pumpkin vines, one of which creates the loop for the chain. The stone is carnelian, and was specifically chosen due to it's coloration and translucency. This allows the carved face to glow through the stone so well, revealing the red-orange gradient that cause the light to resemble a flickering candle. While laying flat it looks like a plain pumpkin, but with light behind it the carved face glows through the carnelian stone just like a jack-o-lantern.
This particular Great Pumpkin Pendant features a carved evil grin and I chose a carnelian with a faint red hue and vertical stripes to accent its sinister nature. All of the brass has been oxidized, a process which creates the blackened or antiqued appearance on the metal. The raised points have been polished to shine, while the low points retain the oxidized color to show off the depth and details. All metal used in each pendant is jeweler's brass, with the exception of the bronze vines.
This pendant measure 1.5" tall and 1.3" wide at it's widest point.Â
Want to add a sterling silver chain? You can find those options here:Â
Cable Chain and Forged Link Chain
This item is already made, and will be shipped 3-5 business days after the payment is processed. Shipping options will be available to choose upon check-out.
A few notes on caring for oxidized brass: oxidized patina on brass isn't particularly durable to long-term exposure to water (like bathing or swimming) or a lot of scrubbing, as friction is the way to polish brass to shine. Constant exposure to tasks such as hand washing, bathing, swimming, washing dishes, etc., will slowly wear away the oxidized patina leaving a shiny golden finish.
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