Reclaimed

Antique and vintage household objects, such as silverware and buttons, are re-purposed into stunning recycled art jewelry. 100 year old silverware is often a perfect example of true period Art Nouveau designs. Mary Lu saws out details and then solders them with new sterling silver to create the pendants and earrings. Buttons are stacked and strung with sterling wire to create rings and earrings.
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100303A - Reclaimed Handle Ring
The tip of the handle of an antique silverplate spoon forms  the basis of this unique ring. Mary Lu pierces the design and solders it to a sterling silver band. This is a size 8. Just let us know if you need a different size.
$
35.00    
910003 - Reclaimed Flatware Earrings
The tips of two antique forks, covered with floral designs form the top of these fun earrings. Sterling silver posts are soldered on the reverse. Lengths of antique sterling silver beaded chain embellish the earrings. The post portion is 1 1/4 inches. The fringe is another 2.5 inches long. These are dramatic and totally different.
$
74.00    
910004A - Reclaimed Flatware Pendant with Chain
Wonderful floral details were found in the antique spoon's handle. It was cut and filed and a silver bar was added. Comes with a sterling silver chain, but a ribbon or suede cord would look equally nice. Pendant is 1 1/4 inch long.
$
48.00    
910005B - Reclaimed Flatware Pendant with Chain
A pretty flower was cut from an antique spoon's handle. It's soldered securely onto a sterling silver base. A sterling 18 inch chain is included. The pendant measures 1/2 x 3/4 inches. It's a sweet yet different statement.
$
49.00    
910001 - Stacked Button Earrings
Vintage buttons in greens and deep red are stacked above a hammered silver loop. The earrings measure 2 inches long. Sterling silver wires are handcrafted in the studio, with an extra long back wire, to ensure a secure fit.
$
35.00    
910002 - Button Art Ring
This ring combines both antique flatware and a vintage button. The ring base is flat sterling silver. Soldered to the bottom is a leaf detail and on the top is a flower from a 100 year old spoon. A button has been sewn on with sterling silver wire. This is one of a kind. Size 5.5.
$
55.00