The Scorpion Keyring is a handcrafted sterling silver keyring made in Adelaide, South Australia by Olivia Dryden. It belongs to the Curios Collection, where natural history, curiosity cabinets and careful craftsmanship meet.
The design began with a real scorpion, chosen for its segmented body, curved tail and striking natural form. Through the moulding and casting process, the scorpion has been recreated in sterling silver, transforming the original specimen into a lasting object with a refined, slightly gothic presence.
Designed as a keyring, this piece sits somewhere between jewellery, talisman and small collectible object. It is made for those drawn to natural history, unusual keepsakes and functional pieces with story.
Materials: Sterling silver
Process: Each keyring is handmade in small quantities using traditional silversmithing and casting techniques. The original scorpion was carefully moulded before being cast in sterling silver. Slight differences in texture, shape and finish should be expected as part of the handmade process.
Dimensions: Scorpion: 5 cm x 3 cm. Total length: 8 cm.
Explore more: View the Curios Collection or browse more keyrings.
FAQ
Q1: Is the Scorpion Keyring made from a real scorpion?
A: The finished keyring is made from sterling silver, not organic material. The design began with a real scorpion, which was carefully moulded so its segmented body, curved tail, legs and surface detail could be preserved before being cast in sterling silver.
Q2: Is the Scorpion Keyring suitable for everyday use?
A: The Scorpion Keyring is made in sterling silver and designed as a functional object, but it should still be treated with care. To protect the detailed scorpion form, avoid rough handling, heavy pressure or storing it where it may be scratched by harder objects.
Q3: Is the Scorpion Keyring suitable as a gift?
A: Yes. Each piece is packaged in an Olivia Dryden Jewellery branded velvet pouch and is suited to collectors who appreciate handmade objects with natural history, symbolism and unusual detail.
The Scorpion Keyring is a handcrafted sterling silver keyring made in Adelaide, South Australia by Olivia Dryden. It belongs to the Curios Collection, where natural history, curiosity cabinets and careful craftsmanship meet.
The design began with a real scorpion, chosen for its segmented body, curved tail and striking natural form. Through the moulding and casting process, the scorpion has been recreated in sterling silver, transforming the original specimen into a lasting object with a refined, slightly gothic presence.
Designed as a keyring, this piece sits somewhere between jewellery, talisman and small collectible object. It is made for those drawn to natural history, unusual keepsakes and functional pieces with story.
Materials: Sterling silver
Process: Each keyring is handmade in small quantities using traditional silversmithing and casting techniques. The original scorpion was carefully moulded before being cast in sterling silver. Slight differences in texture, shape and finish should be expected as part of the handmade process.
Dimensions: Scorpion: 5 cm x 3 cm. Total length: 8 cm.
Explore more: View the Curios Collection or browse more keyrings.
FAQ
Q1: Is the Scorpion Keyring made from a real scorpion?
A: The finished keyring is made from sterling silver, not organic material. The design began with a real scorpion, which was carefully moulded so its segmented body, curved tail, legs and surface detail could be preserved before being cast in sterling silver.
Q2: Is the Scorpion Keyring suitable for everyday use?
A: The Scorpion Keyring is made in sterling silver and designed as a functional object, but it should still be treated with care. To protect the detailed scorpion form, avoid rough handling, heavy pressure or storing it where it may be scratched by harder objects.
Q3: Is the Scorpion Keyring suitable as a gift?
A: Yes. Each piece is packaged in an Olivia Dryden Jewellery branded velvet pouch and is suited to collectors who appreciate handmade objects with natural history, symbolism and unusual detail.
