Sardine Pendant Silk Cord Necklace

• 925 sterling silver, 100% Habotai silk
• Self-tie closure. Adjustable up to 40 inches in length.
• The fish weighs approximately 9.3 grams. Please expect a small amount of variance in weight.
• The fish, without the twisted bail, measures 2.375 inches vertically
• Handcrafted in Connecticut

Fish have always been a motif Ellie is drawn to, a connection she traces back to her family roots in Chios, Greece, and the island’s deep relationship with the sea.

The first rendition of Ellie’s sardine pendant was formed by hand in precious metal clay. Later, as she developed her wax-carving skills in jewelry school, she revisited the design and hand-carved a new prototype in wax.

That original carving was molded by a caster in New York City, where each pendant is cast in sterling silver before returning to Ellie’s Connecticut studio to be finished by hand.

• Each Eleutheria piece is thoughtfully designed and crafted by hand using small-batch materials. Natural variations in texture, shape, and finish are part of what makes each piece uniquely its own.
• Sterling silver naturally develops a patina over time, though its original brightness can always be restored with a silver polishing cloth. Store pieces in a cool, dry place away from light to help minimize excess tarnishing.
• Each silk cord is hand-dyed and stitched by hand. As with all silk textiles, avoid harsh soaps, chlorinated or salt water, and extended periods of direct sunlight exposure. They may be hand-washed in a mild detergent or soap, patted dry with a towel, then hung to dry.