{"product_id":"leaves-teardrop-gilded-silver-necklace","title":"Leaves Teardrop Gilded Silver Pendant Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003eLeaves Teardrop Gilded Silver Pendant Necklace\u003c\/strong\u003e features an intricate botanical pattern cut through a softly domed sterling silver pendant. Hand-gilded with rich 24ct gold using the traditional Korean keum-boo technique, this distinctive necklace combines delicate openwork leaves with a beautifully textured, antique-inspired gold finish. The reversible pendant can also be worn with its polished silver side facing out.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003cstrong\u003eLeaves Teardrop Gilded Silver Pendant Necklace\u003c\/strong\u003e features an intricate pattern of intertwining leaves cut through a softly domed sterling silver teardrop. The front is hand-gilded with genuine 24ct gold foil, creating a rich golden surface that contrasts with the delicate openwork design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe gold is applied using keum-boo, a traditional Korean gilding technique that bonds fine gold foil to silver. Subtle variations and marks left by the hand-finishing process give the surface an organic, almost antique appearance, reminiscent of a small treasure discovered long ago.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverse is polished sterling silver, allowing you to wear the pendant with either its richly gilded or bright silver side facing out. It's a versatile little necklace with two quite different looks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA favourite botanical design, beautifully reimagined\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe intricate leaves pattern has a long history in Simone's jewellery designs. Originally adapted from a vintage textile pattern around 15 years ago, it appeared in a variety of etched silver jewellery pieces over several years. Simone particularly loved the way the simple leaf shapes intertwined to create a surprisingly complex and flowing design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of her favourite pieces from that time was a small domed teardrop pendant featuring the etched leaves pattern, along with matching earrings. These popular designs evolved over the years before eventually leaving the range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/30th-anniversary-jewellery\"\u003e30th Anniversary Jewellery Range\u003c\/a\u003e, Simone wanted to revisit the combination of the teardrop shape and the much-loved leaves pattern, but with a different approach. Rather than etching the design into the silver surface, she spent many hours adapting a section of the original pattern so that the delicate leaves could be cut directly through the metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result is a fresh interpretation of an old favourite, with intricate openwork details that give the small domed pendant a lovely sense of depth and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTraditional keum-boo gilding with 24ct gold\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis necklace also celebrates another technique from Simone's jewellery making history: keum-boo gilding. She first learned this traditional Korean technique from a fellow jewellery student decades ago and has returned to it many times throughout her career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeum-boo uses heat and pressure to bond fine 24ct gold foil directly to a silver surface. Simone applies and finishes the gold by hand, using an agate burnisher to work it onto the metal. The process leaves subtle marks and variations in the gold, creating a distinctive finish that celebrates the handmade nature of the jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of Simone's most popular earlier designs featured small domed teardrops gilded with gold. Bringing this technique together with the reworked botanical pattern makes the necklace a particularly meaningful addition to the anniversary range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Each of these pendants will vary slightly in terms of the hand-created gilded finish, giving you a unique piece of jewellery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eStyling your gilded botanical necklace\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe warm yellow colour of the 24ct gold makes this little teardrop pendant a lovely focal point, whether worn on its own or as part of a layered necklace combination. We particularly like the idea of pairing it with simple silver chains, allowing the rich gold to stand out against cooler silver tones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a different look, turn the pendant over to reveal its polished sterling silver side. The reversible design gives you the option of a warm golden finish or a brighter, more understated silver appearance, depending on your outfit and mood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt's an easy piece to wear every day, adding a little botanical detail to casual outfits, while its intricate design and antique-inspired finish make it an unusual choice for dressier occasions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a coordinated look, pair it with our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/leaves-teardrop-gilded-silver-dangle-earrings\"\u003eLeaves Teardrop Gilded Silver Dangle Earrings\u003c\/a\u003e, which feature the same intricate botanical pattern and hand-gilded finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe pendant hangs from a delicate sterling silver chain with a secure clasp. The necklace is adjustable from 45cm to 55cm, allowing you to choose a length to suit different necklines or layered combinations. You can also add our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/chain-extender-silver\"\u003esilver chain extender\u003c\/a\u003e for additional length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/all\/zrel-leaves-teardrop-jewellery\"\u003eall of our Leaves Teardrop jewellery designs\u003c\/a\u003e to discover other interpretations of this intricate botanical pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat You'll Love\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntricate intertwining leaves cut through a softly domed sterling silver teardrop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand-gilded with genuine 24ct gold foil using the traditional Korean keum-boo technique.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA textured, antique-inspired gold finish with subtle handmade variations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReversible design with a polished sterling silver back for an alternative look.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA small, distinctive botanical pendant that's easy to wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable sterling silver chain, perfect for wearing alone or layering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA design that brings together several elements of Simone's 30-year jewellery making history.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore more of our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sterling-silver-necklaces\"\u003eSterling Silver Necklaces\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/gold-vermeil-gold-filled-jewellery\"\u003eGold Vermeil, Gold-Filled \u0026amp; Gilded Jewellery\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/silver-gold-mixed-metal-jewellery\"\u003eMixed Metal Jewellery\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"facts\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/span\u003e Sterling silver, 24ct gold foil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePendant size:\u003c\/span\u003e Approximately 1.25cm at its widest (0.49\") and 1.8cm at its tallest (0.71\").\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eNecklace length:\u003c\/span\u003e Adjustable from 45cm (18\") to 55cm (21.5\"). Add a further 15cm (6\") with our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/chain-extender-silver\"\u003esilver chain extender\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Simone Walsh Jewellery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44542638194775,"sku":"1014","price":154.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0021\/6592\/files\/leaves-teardrop-gilded-silver-necklace-det.jpg?v=1792918538","url":"https:\/\/simonewalsh.com\/products\/leaves-teardrop-gilded-silver-necklace","provider":"Simone Walsh Jewellery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}