Fossil 24k Keum-Boo & Sterling Necklace

Fossilized sand-dollar set in oxidized sterling with a Klum-Boo finish. Pendant length 45mm below chain. Keum-boo is an ancient Korean gilding technique used to apply thin sheets of gold to silver, to make silver-gilt.

The artist's designs are primarily made with argentium silver, a tarnish resistant alloy with a higher silver content then traditional sterling, along with gold bi-metal, gemstones, and unique fossils. She draws inspiration from natural shapes and textures. Each piece is handcrafted and unique