The Large Cross Bone Pendant with Drop 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 pendant is formed from bird femur shapes arranged into a cross, creating a bold symbol of memory, mortality and reflection. Cast in sterling silver, the bone forms become a sculptural wearable object with a refined, slightly gothic presence.
This necklace is available with your choice of freshwater pearl, onyx or amethyst drop, each bringing a different mood to the sculptural cross form. Freshwater pearl adds soft organic lustre, onyx creates a darker gothic contrast, and amethyst introduces a gentle violet tone.
Materials: Sterling silver with your choice of freshwater pearl, onyx or amethyst drop.
Process: Each necklace is handmade in small quantities using traditional silversmithing and casting techniques. The bird femur forms were originally moulded, then wax versions were arranged into the cross shape before being cast in sterling silver. Slight differences in texture, finish and pearl character should be expected as part of the handmade process.
Dimensions: Pendant: 3 cm x 4 cm.
Drop: approximately 2 cm long.
Explore more: View the Curios Collection or browse more necklaces.
FAQ
Q1: Is the Large Cross Bone Pendant with Drop Necklace made from real bone?
A: The finished necklace is made from sterling silver, not bone. The design began with real bird femur forms, which were carefully moulded so their natural structure and surface detail could be preserved. Wax forms were then created from those moulds and arranged into the cross shape before being cast in sterling silver.
Q2: What does the cross bone design symbolise?
A: The cross bone form connects to memento mori traditions, which reflect on memory, mortality and the fleeting nature of life. In this necklace, the bird femur shapes are transformed into a quiet symbol of remembrance and natural beauty.
Q3: How do I clean the necklace?
A: Avoid perfumes, lotions and harsh chemicals, and gently polish the sterling silver with a soft jewellery cloth. If the necklace has a pearl or gemstone drop, do not place the drop in silver dip. Silver dip may be used occasionally on the sterling silver pendant or chain only, following the product instructions carefully before rinsing and drying completely.
The Large Cross Bone Pendant with Drop 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 pendant is formed from bird femur shapes arranged into a cross, creating a bold symbol of memory, mortality and reflection. Cast in sterling silver, the bone forms become a sculptural wearable object with a refined, slightly gothic presence.
This necklace is available with your choice of freshwater pearl, onyx or amethyst drop, each bringing a different mood to the sculptural cross form. Freshwater pearl adds soft organic lustre, onyx creates a darker gothic contrast, and amethyst introduces a gentle violet tone.
Materials: Sterling silver with your choice of freshwater pearl, onyx or amethyst drop.
Process: Each necklace is handmade in small quantities using traditional silversmithing and casting techniques. The bird femur forms were originally moulded, then wax versions were arranged into the cross shape before being cast in sterling silver. Slight differences in texture, finish and pearl character should be expected as part of the handmade process.
Dimensions: Pendant: 3 cm x 4 cm.
Drop: approximately 2 cm long.
Explore more: View the Curios Collection or browse more necklaces.
FAQ
Q1: Is the Large Cross Bone Pendant with Drop Necklace made from real bone?
A: The finished necklace is made from sterling silver, not bone. The design began with real bird femur forms, which were carefully moulded so their natural structure and surface detail could be preserved. Wax forms were then created from those moulds and arranged into the cross shape before being cast in sterling silver.
Q2: What does the cross bone design symbolise?
A: The cross bone form connects to memento mori traditions, which reflect on memory, mortality and the fleeting nature of life. In this necklace, the bird femur shapes are transformed into a quiet symbol of remembrance and natural beauty.
Q3: How do I clean the necklace?
A: Avoid perfumes, lotions and harsh chemicals, and gently polish the sterling silver with a soft jewellery cloth. If the necklace has a pearl or gemstone drop, do not place the drop in silver dip. Silver dip may be used occasionally on the sterling silver pendant or chain only, following the product instructions carefully before rinsing and drying completely.
