a seaworthy, elegant, and one-of-a-kind strand of opals in saltwater and sky-blue hues is adorned with bright silver barnacles and hand-strung upon coral-colored silk, then closed with a fish-hook clasp that can be placed at the back or off to the side and front for an alternative, more casual look – the perfect piece for dressing up or down.
This marine-inspired piece is part of artist-jeweler Hannah Blount’s Ruthie B. collection – an homage to the nostalgia of her childhood fishing home and named after her father’s fishing vessel, which itself, was named after Hannah’s mother.
materials: Indian opals of approximately 11x13mm to 14x18mm, silk, bright sterling silver, 18 inches in length, secures with a fish hook clasp
About the Artist
The daughter of a fisherman and a seamstress, Hannah was raised in the tradition of hand skills, hard work, and dedication. In their weathered island home, she and her six siblings learned how to entertain themselves amidst the chaos that comes with such a large family. Her fine jewelry encompasses an organic and refined aesthetic. Hannah currently works out of her studio in New York, and sells her jewelry in various boutiques and galleries across the country
