solid 14k gold amphora pendant with shell and sapphire

This amphora pendant features a natural sapphire, is hand engraved and is also enameled by hand. The amphora was first carved from jewelers wax and cast with 14k yellow gold using the lost wax method. It was then engraved and enameled in house. The glass enamel starts as a fine powder and is sifted in layers onto the silver base and fired at high temperatures in a kiln. The lines are then painted with a painting enamel that is also fired in a kiln. Each ring goes through at least 10 firings to achieve the desired look. Vitreous enamel is not affected by exposure to water or UV light, so the colors will last you for years to come. The pendant comes on a 17 inch/ 43 cm chain. Free priority shipping, tracked, insured and signed for (worldwide). Please see my FAQ page for information about shipping times and policies, returns and how to properly care for your jewelry.