The Galah Claw & Pearl 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 galah claw, chosen for its curved talons, fine texture and strong sculptural form. Through the moulding and casting process, the claw has been recreated in sterling silver, transforming the original specimen into a lasting wearable object.
Freshwater pearls add soft organic lustre to the silver claw, creating a gentle contrast between delicacy and strength. The result is intimate, unusual and connected to my ongoing interest in natural history, ethical specimen work, memory and preservation.
Materials: Sterling silver and freshwater pearls
Process: Each necklace is handmade in small quantities using traditional silversmithing and casting techniques. The original galah claw was carefully moulded before being cast in sterling silver. Slight differences in texture, finish and pearl character should be expected as part of the handmade process.
Dimensions: Necklace length: 92 cm. Claw length: 5.5 cm.
Explore more: View the Curios Collection or browse more necklaces.
FAQ
Q1: Is the Galah Claw & Freshwater Pearl Necklace made from a real bird claw?
A: The finished necklace is made from sterling silver, not organic material. The design began with a real galah claw, which was carefully moulded so its curved talons, surface texture and natural form could be preserved before being cast in sterling silver.
Q2: Will the freshwater pearls look exactly the same as the photo?
A: Freshwater pearls are natural materials, so each pearl may vary slightly in shape, surface and lustre. These subtle differences are part of the character of handmade jewellery made with natural materials.
Q3: 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.
The Galah Claw & Pearl 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 galah claw, chosen for its curved talons, fine texture and strong sculptural form. Through the moulding and casting process, the claw has been recreated in sterling silver, transforming the original specimen into a lasting wearable object.
Freshwater pearls add soft organic lustre to the silver claw, creating a gentle contrast between delicacy and strength. The result is intimate, unusual and connected to my ongoing interest in natural history, ethical specimen work, memory and preservation.
Materials: Sterling silver and freshwater pearls
Process: Each necklace is handmade in small quantities using traditional silversmithing and casting techniques. The original galah claw was carefully moulded before being cast in sterling silver. Slight differences in texture, finish and pearl character should be expected as part of the handmade process.
Dimensions: Necklace length: 92 cm. Claw length: 5.5 cm.
Explore more: View the Curios Collection or browse more necklaces.
FAQ
Q1: Is the Galah Claw & Freshwater Pearl Necklace made from a real bird claw?
A: The finished necklace is made from sterling silver, not organic material. The design began with a real galah claw, which was carefully moulded so its curved talons, surface texture and natural form could be preserved before being cast in sterling silver.
Q2: Will the freshwater pearls look exactly the same as the photo?
A: Freshwater pearls are natural materials, so each pearl may vary slightly in shape, surface and lustre. These subtle differences are part of the character of handmade jewellery made with natural materials.
Q3: 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.
