{"product_id":"23-3-ct-marcasite-drusy-statement-pendant-with-gold-tipped-prongs-sterling-silver-chain","title":"23.3 ct. Marcasite \u0026 Drusy Statement Pendant with Gold-Tipped Prongs \u0026 Sterling Silver Chain","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA dramatic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e23.3 carat Marcasite with drusy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e takes center stage in this one-of-a-kind handcrafted pendant. The freeform stone features a rich mix of earthy rust, chocolate brown, black, cream, and silvery gray, punctuated by naturally sparkling drusy formations. The contrast between the rugged matrix and crystalline areas gives the stone wonderful depth and an organic character that changes with the light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRather than surrounding the entire stone with a conventional bezel, the design celebrates its irregular shape. A \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehand-cut castellated bezel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e runs along one side, while \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ethree sculptural prongs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e secure and frame the remaining edges. The tips of the prongs are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003egold plated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, adding small flashes of warm gold that complement the rust and golden tones within the stone while providing a striking contrast against the silver-toned setting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pendant is constructed on a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003esterling steel backplate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, providing a strong foundation for the substantial 23.3 ct stone. Turn the pendant over and the back becomes a design feature of its own, with an intricate organic texture covering the surface. The darkened recesses emphasize the pattern and give the piece a beautifully finished appearance from either side.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasuring approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1.25 inches tall by 1 inch wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the pendant has a substantial presence without being oversized. It is paired with a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e20-inch sterling silver bubble chain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, whose polished spherical links provide a clean, understated complement to the highly detailed pendant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination of sparkling drusy, earthy Marcasite, mixed metals, sculptural prongs, and hand-finished details gives this necklace an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eorganic, contemporary Southwestern feel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. It is a true statement piece built around the natural character of the stone rather than forcing the stone into a conventional setting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 23.3 ct Marcasite with Drusy • Stainless Steel Backplate • Hand-Cut Castellated Bezel • Three-Prong Setting • Gold-Plated Prong Tips • 20\" Sterling Silver Bubble Chain • Pendant approximately 1.25\" H × 1\" W • Handcrafted • One of a Kind\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe natural variations, crystalline druzy formations, textures, and color patterns within the stone are unique characteristics rather than imperfections, ensuring this pendant is truly one of a kind.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Julie Cavalli Studios","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49667469541531,"sku":null,"price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0111\/8149\/0276\/files\/MarcasitewithDrusyPendantFrontIMG_1509.jpg?v=1790564782","url":"https:\/\/juliecavallistudios.com\/products\/23-3-ct-marcasite-drusy-statement-pendant-with-gold-tipped-prongs-sterling-silver-chain","provider":"Julie Cavalli Studios","version":"1.0","type":"link"}