The Bird Bone & Onyx Necklace is a handcrafted sterling silver necklace made in Adelaide, South Australia by Olivia Dryden. It belongs to the Curios Collection, where natural history, memento mori symbolism and careful craftsmanship meet.
The design began with a real bird femur, which was carefully moulded so its slender form and delicate surface detail could be preserved. That mould was then used to cast the bone in sterling silver, creating a lasting metal version of the original specimen.
Onyx adds a dark, grounding contrast to the silver bone form, giving the necklace a refined gothic quality. The result is intimate, symbolic and connected to my ongoing interest in natural history, ethical specimen work, memory and preservation.
Materials: Sterling silver, onyx
Process: Each necklace is handmade in small quantities using traditional silversmithing and casting techniques. Slight differences in texture, finish and pearl or gemstone character should be expected as part of the handmade process.
Dimensions: Necklace length: 44 cm, with 3 cm extension chain.
Bone form: 3.5 cm.
Custom chain lengths may be available on request.
Explore more: View the Curios Collection or browse more necklaces.
FAQ
Q1: Is the Bird Bone & Onyx Necklace made from real bone?
A: The finished necklace is made from sterling silver, not bone. The design began with a real bird femur, which was carefully moulded so its natural shape and surface detail could be preserved. That mould was then used to cast the bone form in sterling silver.
Q2: Are the animal specimens ethically sourced?
A: Yes. Animal specimens used in Olivia Dryden Jewellery are sourced from animals that have passed from unpreventable causes, and each piece is created with respect for the original specimen.
Q3: Can I request a different chain length?
A: Yes. The necklace comes on a 44 cm sterling silver chain with a 3 cm extension chain, but you may contact me before ordering if you would like to request a specific length.
The Bird Bone & Onyx Necklace is a handcrafted sterling silver necklace made in Adelaide, South Australia by Olivia Dryden. It belongs to the Curios Collection, where natural history, memento mori symbolism and careful craftsmanship meet.
The design began with a real bird femur, which was carefully moulded so its slender form and delicate surface detail could be preserved. That mould was then used to cast the bone in sterling silver, creating a lasting metal version of the original specimen.
Onyx adds a dark, grounding contrast to the silver bone form, giving the necklace a refined gothic quality. The result is intimate, symbolic and connected to my ongoing interest in natural history, ethical specimen work, memory and preservation.
Materials: Sterling silver, onyx
Process: Each necklace is handmade in small quantities using traditional silversmithing and casting techniques. Slight differences in texture, finish and pearl or gemstone character should be expected as part of the handmade process.
Dimensions: Necklace length: 44 cm, with 3 cm extension chain.
Bone form: 3.5 cm.
Custom chain lengths may be available on request.
Explore more: View the Curios Collection or browse more necklaces.
FAQ
Q1: Is the Bird Bone & Onyx Necklace made from real bone?
A: The finished necklace is made from sterling silver, not bone. The design began with a real bird femur, which was carefully moulded so its natural shape and surface detail could be preserved. That mould was then used to cast the bone form in sterling silver.
Q2: Are the animal specimens ethically sourced?
A: Yes. Animal specimens used in Olivia Dryden Jewellery are sourced from animals that have passed from unpreventable causes, and each piece is created with respect for the original specimen.
Q3: Can I request a different chain length?
A: Yes. The necklace comes on a 44 cm sterling silver chain with a 3 cm extension chain, but you may contact me before ordering if you would like to request a specific length.
