ONE OF A KIND
Tiamat Kingman Turquoise Scrimshaw Necklace
Named for the ancient Babylonian goddess of the sea, this grand pendant features a formidable octopus with intricate details on a bed of sea-green Kingman turquoise. This handmade, one-of-a-kind necklace features fine mixed metals and an unseen tentacle on the back of the pendant. A talisman of regeneration and the ocean's infinite nature, this necklace is an amulet for renewal and living life to the fullest.
17.83ct hand-scribed Kingman turquoise Scrimshaw necklace. Available in oxidized sterling silver with 14k gold and India ink. Approximately 19x29mm. 28in infinity chain with egg motif details.
PAYING IN INSTALLMENTS
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Kingman Turquoise is sourced from the third-generation, family Colbaugh mine in Arizona, and renowned for its unique color variation and matrices. Most of the Kingman turquoise from the Colbaugh mine is soft-stabilized, which allows it to be used in jewelry.
MOHs Hardness: 5-6
Origins: Kingman, AZ
Care: Keep Kingman Turquoise away from chemicals. Contact with cosmetics, oils, acids, etc can discolor the gemstone. To clean, use warm water with mild soap. Do not use an ultrasonic or steam cleaner. Strands of turquoise should not be washed. They should be wiped down with a soft clean cloth before storing. Wetting the silk can cause stretching.
Healing Properties: serenity, communication, and spiritual expansion.
Birthstone: Turquoise is one of three December birthstones.
Treatment: Stabilized
WEARS WELL WITH
the story of scrimshaw
THE STORY of SCRIMSHAW
Like the art of tattooing, the Scrimshaw collection modernizes the traditional beauty of hand-etched adornments. Utilizing the technique of engraving and inking illustrations into various materials, scrimshaw dates back to whalers of the late 18th century; scrimshanders of yore created their hand-etched pieces to pass the time at night aboard their ships, often working with the current and movement of the vessel to create their designs. The longing that inspired sailors, as each night of their voyage passed, evolved into beautiful art that captured the romance of their yearning. Whether they channeled their heart’s desire or took respite from their unknown futures, scrimshaw work has always been deeply personal to Hannah, yet incredibly accessible to all familiar with nostalgia’s spell. A labor of love, each piece is intricately hand-scribed by Hannah; consisting of various soft gemstones and seashells with fine, mixed metals and India ink, the scrimshaw collection features hand-carved gestures, anatomical studies, and oceanic creatures. Combining the sentimentality of each HBJ piece with the endless inspiration the ocean provides, each Scrimshaw piece serves as a symbol of protection, resistance, and nostalgia.
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