Several years ago while vacationing on Maui, I strolled into an antique store in the tiny town of Paia. In a glass case there was a very old wooden box and inside was a wonderful mahjong set. I don’t play mahjong, but the tiles were so intriguing and beautiful – sturdy little blocks carved in whale bone with bamboo backings! My first thought, of course, was what wonderful jewelry could be made with these pieces. I made this pendant with one of those tiles. A sterling silver cast twig sits at the top and a 10mm carnelian bead dangles at the bottom. The hidden bail allows me to switch chains or neckrings. I think it’s a lovely piece!
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One-Of-A-Kind Art Jewelry and Wearable Art
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