Portfolio of beautiful handmade jewellery - Barnabas Taylor Jewellery

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[Meteorite Rings] – Bronze, 9ct Gold, Sterling Silver, Heirloom Gems

[Textured Rod Pendants] – Sterling Silver, Vitreous Enamel

[Rectangular Pendants] – Sterling Silver, Vitreous Enamel

[Textured Rings] – Sterling Silver, Vitreous Enamel

[Stacking Rings] – Sterling Silver, Copper

[Triangular Earring] – Sterling Silver

[Celtic Cross] – Sterling Silver

[Lode Ring] – Sterling Silver, 18ct Gold, Antique Pink Sapphire

[Joist, Bangles and Rings] – Sterling Silver, Copper

[Animal Earrings] – Sterling Silver

[Groats] – Fine Silver

[Wedding Rings] – Bronze, Sterling Silver, Heirloom Gold, 18 Carat gold, Copper, Sapphires

[Trio necklace] – Sterling Silver, Sea-glass

[Sea-glass Bracelet] – Sterling Silver, Sea-glass

[Tourmaline Earrings] – Natural Tourmaline Crystals, Copper

[Manta Ray Earrings] – Sterling Silver

[Hammered Ring] – Sterling Silver, 18 Carat Gold, Peridot

[Collar necklace] – Sterling Silver, 9 Carat Gold

[Bee Lapel Pin] – Sterling Silver, 24 Carat Gold Plate

[Refashioned Ring and Studs] – Reclaimed 9 Carat Gold, Reclaimed Sapphire

[Hammered Square Studs] – Sterling Silver, Copper

[Manta Ray Pendant] – Reclaimed 9Ct Gold

[Linked Bracelet] – Copper, Leather Cord

[Dividing Line] – Sterling Silver, Copper

[Forty Year Reflection] – 18 Carat Gold, Rubies, Diamonds

[Ancient Rings] – Sterling Silver, Copper

[Ancient Bracelets] – Sterling Silver, Copper

[Cufflinks] – Bronze

[Fern Earrings] – Copper

[Enamelled Stud Earrings] – Fine Silver, Torch-fired Enamel

[Engagement Ring] – Sterling Silver, Rose Gold and Aquamarine

[Glyptodon Pendant] – Sterling Silver

[Bee Pendant] – Sterling Silver

[Celtic Cross] – Sterling Silver

[Rings Necklace] – Sterling Silver

[Wedding Ring] – 18 Carat Gold

[Copper-wrapped Rings] – Sterling Silver, Copper and Semi-Precious Stones

[Anniversary Ring] – Silver and 18 Carat Gold

[Thor’s Hammer Pendant] – Sterling Silver

[Crest Pendant] – Sterling Silver

[My Favourite Place – Raven Rock] –Sterling Silver, Enamel

[My Favourite Place – Cotopaxi] –Sterling Silver, Enamel

[Dolphin Bracelet] – Sterling Silver

[Puppy Tooth Ring] – 9 Carat White and Yellow Gold, Tooth

[My Family Name] – Bronze, Sterling Silver

[Sea-Glass Cufflinks] – Bronze, Found Glass

[My Favourite Place – Tilos] –Sterling Silver, Enamel

[Fish Earrings] – Fine Silver and Torch-Fired Enamel

[Sea-glass Pendant] – Sterling Silver and Found Glass

[Celtic Twist Engagement Ring] – 18 Carat White Gold, Diamond

[Runic Ring] - Sterling Silver

[Forty years of Bliss] - 18 Carat Yellow Gold, Rubies

[Poise] - Bronze, Sterling Silver

[Osprey Pendant] - Sterling Silver

[Emily's Engagement Ring] - 18 Carat White and Yellow Gold, Sapphire

[My Favourite Place] – Sterling Silver, Enamel

[Horizon Gaze Pendant] – Sterling Silver

[Horizon Gaze Earrings] – Sterling Silver

[Twist] – Copper, Bronze

[Strand] – Copper, Bronze

[Torc] – Copper

[Simple Ring] - Sterling Silver, Ruby

[Viking Knit Bracelet] - Copper

[Viking Ring] – Bronze, Copper, Sterling Silver

[Viking Knit Bracelet] – Copper, Leather

[Viking Stamped Hammer Ring] – Sterling Silver

[Viking Knit Pendant] – Copper, Soapstone

[Viking Knit Bracelet] – Copper

[Handmade Patterned Ring] – Sterling Silver

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[Meteorite Rings] – Bronze, 9ct Gold, Sterling Silver, Heirloom Gems
A lovely commission for a pair of wedding rings.

During our initial conversations, batting ideas around, it came to light that the clients were big fans of Sir Terry Pratchett. It was suggested therefore, that their rings feature some meteorite iron, as Sir Terry, upon being knighted, made a sword from meteorite iron. ‘Every Knight should have a sword’ he said. The two pieces of iron are cut from the same meteorite fragment, they have been together for millions of years, it is fitting that they should be in rings that symbolise a commitment never to part.

The other stones in the lady’s ring are stones cut by her father when he was a gem cutter, so they have a special significance.

The designs for the rings are based on branches and textures, all the pieces were hand-carved and adjusted to feedback so the couple ended up with their perfect pieces.
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[Textured Rod Pendants] – Sterling Silver, Vitreous Enamel
These delicate rod pendants are supposed to be snapshots of the sand and sea. Showing the ever changing nature of the beach, sometimes smooth, sometimes coarse, sometimes missing sand altogether! The sea changes colour at the drop of a hat, sometimes clear and blue, sometimes dark and mysterious. The sunlight dancing on the waves shines as bright as silver, the thin curtain of a retreating wave, almost invisible as it runs across the sand.
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[Rectangular Pendants] – Sterling Silver, Vitreous Enamel
A series of pendants playing on texture, patterns and colour to create something beautiful and unusual.

Texture is very important in my work, I like the idea that I am taking the same inspiration from the texture of the rocks, sand and foliage of the Cornish landscape as a Celtic craftsman would have done in ages past as he worked on an intricate gold brooch for the local chieftain.

Enamel has been used for hundreds of years to give colour to work, so these pendants, while modern in design, have roots in the past that link them back to the first dwellers on these shores.
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[Textured Rings] – Sterling Silver, Vitreous Enamel
Like the Pendants above, these rings are born out of a love of looking for new ways to combine texture and colour in my work. Sparing use of colour allows these to be everyday rings as well as rings for special occasions.
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[Stacking Rings] – Sterling Silver, Copper
A selection of some of the stacking rings I make. Even these small items contain references to my inspiration. Whether it is the copper rivets, the layered silver bands reflecting the geological layers, the granulation, like bubbles in the sea or the hammered textures of the ancient jewellers. Pick the inspiration that appeals to you, or make your own links.
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[Triangular Earring] – Sterling Silver
Created to a clients design, this earring is as much a work of engineering as it is of art. Given a rough texture and a selective darkened finish helped create the aesthetic the client was going for.
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[Celtic Cross] – Sterling Silver
A simple and elegant solid silver cross. The cross was given a texture, likening it to the hardy and ancient granite crosses that have stood for hundreds of years, defying wind, rain and snow.
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[Lode Ring] – Sterling Silver, 18ct Gold, Antique Pink Sapphire
This ring was born out of a purchase at auction of a Victorian brooch adorned with pink sapphires.

Wanting to set at least one sapphire into a piece relating to the time it was first set, I looked once more to the mining heritage of Cornwall, so prominent on our hillsides still.

Rather than looking at the man-made relics, I looked instead at the rocks that had bought the miners here. The way the quartz veins stand out from the weathered cliffs. The sinuous winding of the ore lodes through the skin of the earth. The textures of the different minerals that make up the bedrock of this gorgeous county. All these influences come together to make a ring that is elegant, sophisticated and timeless.
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[Joist, Bangles and Rings] – Sterling Silver, Copper
Inspired by the industrial heritage of the South-west, these items reflect the melding of timber and iron that supported the miles of tunnels burrowing beneath the land.

While part of me deplores the environmental damage caused by the industrial revolution, I am also uplifted by the indomitable spirit of mankind in our constant struggle to overcome nature. These pieces are a celebration of what we can do when we put our minds to it and a hope that we can turn that skill to preserving our future, rather than destroying it.
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[Animal Earrings] – Sterling Silver
Beautiful and unusual. These solid silver earrings are cast from original hand carved masters. Made from start to finish in my workshop, these are a far cry from the mass-produced market.

A sophisticated celebration of a wide variety life, these earrings range from endangered creatures to extinct beasts and from the underappreciated to personal favourites. I hope to keep on adding more creatures to my collection so feel free to suggest your favourite, it might just get made!

These earrings are always available on my Etsy Store, why not head on over and browse?
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[Groats] – Fine Silver
First, a quick history lesson! The Groat was introduced to Britain by Edward I, also known as Edward Longshanks (1272-1307AD) and was worth fourpence. Apparently it was unpopular when it was introduced, I assume because it was worth too much for everyday purchases, and too little for luxury purchases. As a consequence, a lot of Groats were apparently used as jewellery.

I was tickled by this idea so I thought I had better make my own Groats to continue this noble tradition of wrecking the plans of the gentry! My Groats are rather smaller than the originals, to make them more practical and wearable but otherwise the stamped side is an accurate replica of the original reverse side. The text reads "Duke of Aquitaine and Lord of Ireland", and "Made in London" in abbreviated Latin. I hand carved the design onto a stamp that I use in my flypress to press the design into disks of pure silver.

I make the groats into cufflinks, pendants or anything you might desire, do let me know if you want one!
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[Wedding Rings] – Bronze, Sterling Silver, Heirloom Gold, 18 Carat gold, Copper, Sapphires
Our wedding rings.

These wedding rings came to life over quite some period, (it wouldn’t do to get your own wife’s ring wrong!) They fit our personalities and our shared values. Bronze and copper for our love of history and the mysterious people who used to live here, silver for practicality, (we are not just dreamers!) and gold from a family ring to form the matching crosses.

My wife’s ring is set with sapphires, to match her engagement ring and features delicate gold decorations, reminiscent of growing plants. My ring is plainer and more robust, rivets hearkening back to the mine engines and the heyday of steam.

Our vicar remarked our rings were a bit ‘Game of Thrones ish’, I prefer to think of them as ‘Lord of the Rings ish’!
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[Trio necklace] – Sterling Silver, Sea-glass
A delicate handmade necklace, commissioned by a family friend, that features a complementary trio of sea-glass pieces. Carefully adjusted to hang ‘just so’, they are fit to be worn at any occasion and guaranteed to bring back memories of long summer holidays spent on the beach (in the pouring rain, this is the United Kingdom after all!).
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[Sea-glass Bracelet] – Sterling Silver, Sea-glass
Handmade from Sterling silver, this bracelet is decorated with small pieces of sea-glass, all gathered by the client and her family on trips to the beach. It is wonderful to be able to capture memories like this and incorporate them into a physical object for someone to cherish.
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[Tourmaline Earrings] – Natural Tourmaline Crystals, Copper
These earrings offer a lovely contrast between the deep green of the crystals and the rich copper wire wrapping.

The spiral wrapping is reminiscent of the tangled woods we get in the secret valleys leading down to the sea, the colour of the Tourmalines ranges from the dark green of those shaded trees to a sea-like blue-green, depending on the lighting.
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[Manta Ray Earrings] – Sterling Silver
These lovely little celebrations of one of the strangest and most wonderful sea creatures are always available as a treat for those marine biologists in your life!
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[Hammered Ring] – Sterling Silver, 18 Carat Gold, Peridot
Created for a lady who liked my copper wrapped rings but wanted something with some gold on and with a hammered texture to match a bangle she had bought from me previously.

Featuring a lovely green peridot set in a gold setting as a focal point, this ring has a beautiful contrast between the gold and silver bands. The hammered texture reflects back the light and helps to bring the layers together as one piece.
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[Collar necklace] – Sterling Silver, 9 Carat Gold
A Christmas commission from a man to himself. This necklace was a tricky piece to make, although the initial concept is quite simple. The necklace had to be a match to an existing bracelet and ring, so the proportions were key. The dozens of shapes all had to be the same size and had to be soldered in exactly the right positions. Finally, the size of the piece itself stretched the capacity of my equipment, it was quite hard to heat it up to soldering temperatures and to polish the piece at the end.

The design features several personalised touches, the gold symbol, replacing one of the triangles carries special significance to the client, and the central golden link on the fastening chain was sent by him and had sentimental value. It was a pleasure to be able rise to the challenge to create a piece that matched his existing jewellery and yet would still feature my own style in the chain fastening.
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[Bee Lapel Pin] – Sterling Silver, 24 Carat Gold Plate
My second bee commission, this one was for a gentleman who saw a picture of the first one, at one of the fairs I went to. I am very fond of bees and it was a real pleasure to make a second one. This one was constructed in much the same way as the first one, with each component being made and then soldered securely onto the body.

The plating was done by a nearby company and was a beautiful job. The gold really makes this bee look rich and wonderful. Fingers crossed for another bee job in the future!
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[Refashioned Ring and Studs] – Reclaimed 9 Carat Gold, Reclaimed Sapphire
This ring was made for a lady, from her heirloom jewellery that didn’t suit her style. She wanted a robust ring, that would stand up to daily wear and tear. She also wanted three matching pairs of stud earrings, that she could give to her two sisters so that they all had a family connection. It is always a pleasure, and a privilege, to be given a commission like this. Being able to create something new, that allows family memories to be passed on, is very special.
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[Hammered Square Studs] – Sterling Silver, Copper
These stylishly simple little studs come in either silver, or silver backed copper. Both types have a tiny contrasting rivet set in them. They are small enough for daily wear, while still interesting enough to catch the eye.

The pins are made from Sterling Silver, so there is no risk of nickel allergies, and the copper earrings have a silver plate on the back so you don’t have copper directly in contact with your skin.
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[Manta Ray Pendant] – Reclaimed 9Ct Gold
A commissioned piece for a fellow lover of the sea. This manta ray was a good challenge because it required a scientific approach to casting and an artistic approach to carving. The wax model was carved from a solid block of wax and had to be carefully weighed, to make sure it was able to be cast from the heirloom gold, supplied by the client.

The carving was left plain and smooth, so the detail and texture could be applied later to get the perfect effect. Once carved, the piece was cast, using home-made casting equipment. This was a first at lost wax casting and it was surprisingly successful.

Manta rays are truly wonderful creatures, graceful, powerful, agile and marvellously strange!
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[Linked Bracelet] – Copper, Leather Cord
Created from pure copper, this interlinked bracelet has a wonderful flexibility about it that causes the light to glint back from the delicate surface texture. Designed to hug the wrist, the cord ties allow the wearer freedom to adjust the fit for the perfect feel.

As this bracelet is made from pure copper, it will oxidise over time and produce a unique patina. The highlights in the texture will be gently burnished by the wearer’s clothes while the valleys between will darken. The exact effect produced will depend on the environments the bracelet is exposed to and so each bracelet will reflect the history of the wearer.

This bracelet can also be created with a Sterling Silver lining to prevent direct contact between the copper and the skin.
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[Dividing Line] – Sterling Silver, Copper
A series of pieces looking at the divides in nature. The separation between land and sky, the hazy line on the sand to define the height of the last wave, the shimmer on the waves that marks the flurries of wind for the sailor, the traitorous line of breakers that show the reef.

The natural world is full of divides, something our ancient ancestors understood and is clearly apparent in the works they left behind them. The swirling patterns on the objects and jewellery they made, show an understanding of the links within nature. They also show the tangible, and the ineffable, divides.

These pieces of jewellery cover a broad range of styles and moods, Get in contact if you wish to know more about a piece, or you have a particular subject in mind.
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[Forty Year Reflection] – 18 Carat Gold, Rubies, Diamonds
These elegant earrings were made for a fortieth wedding anniversary gift and were designed to compliment a ring, given by the husband to his wife when they were first married.

the design parameters were quite tight, the earrings had to compliment the ring design, the rubies had to colour match the ring, the earrings needed to be a certain length and needed to be dangly. All of this could only be achieved by fully bespoke service and shows the difference between a handmade product and a shop bought one.
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[Ancient Rings] – Sterling Silver, Copper
Complimentary to the Ancient Bracelets, these rings are also a blend of the old and the new. Inspired by the shapes and the textures used by ancient craftsmen, it is an honour to create work that echoes their own.
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[Ancient Bracelets] – Sterling Silver, Copper
Designed to be a blend of ancient royalty and modern sophistication, these elegant bracelets suit men and women alike, whether thousands of years ago, or right here and now.

These bracelets are handmade from a heavy gauge piece of sterling silver, they are forged, textured and shaped by hand. They can be enjoyed in their pure form or further embellished with fine copper decoration. Infinitely versatile, these bracelets can be made to your specifications and to suit your own style.

For those who worry about the dreaded green oxide marks that copper is infamous for, you need not fear. Copper elements of the design are carefully lined with silver to reduce the contact with your skin.
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[Cufflinks] – Bronze
Add a touch of handmade class to your cuffs with these handcrafted cufflinks. Made from bronze, an ancient metal, the bee decorations are formed using a hand-carved stamp on an old Sweeny and Blocksidge flypress, bought for a song and restored to full working order.

The hand textured cufflinks are also made from bronze and gently reflect the light from their dimpled surfaces. Shown in a patinaed finish, they can be brightly polished if you desire. Naturally, because they are handmade, they are available in any size and shape you can think of. Please do get in touch if you want something special.
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[Fern Earrings] – Copper
Celebrate the fantastic flora and ancient roots of Cornwall with these handmade earrings.

Made from copper, a metal that has been mined in Cornwall for thousands of years, these earrings are given a delicate background texture before being stamped with a hand carved fern stamp. The stamp was originally made for a necklace and earring set, worn by a guest at my wedding!

The earrings recall the textures of dense woodland undergrowth, or a fossilised leaf, coming to fight after aeons underground.

They are available in a patinaed matte, or a brightly polished finish and I can of course apply the stamp to any other types of jewellery you like.
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[Enamelled Stud Earrings] – Fine Silver, Torch-fired Enamel
Brightly coloured or superbly subtle? The choice is yours with these scintillating studs!

Handmade from sterling silver, these stud earrings come in a variety of forms. Plain silver with a simple hammered effect harks back to the earliest of jewellery, ancient craftspeople have been using hammers and textures for millennia to capture the eye and imagination. The textured finish is akin to rock, or, to tightly knit undergrowth echoing either the stately crags of the Cornish cliffs or the secret hollows in the woods.

The addition of enamel to the surface of these earrings allows bursts of spring or of the sea to enter the frame. The colours intertwine to create different scenes depending on the mood and situation.

Each earring is built up individually with as many as 5 layers of enamel. Each is fired using a hand-held torch, the skill being to heat the metal enough to flow the glass, but enough to melt the metal! The torch firing can also react with the enamel, creating interesting oxide effects. This means that each earring is utterly unique and that you can never be entirely sure what the overall effect is going to be until it is finished!
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[Engagement Ring] – Sterling Silver, Rose Gold and Aquamarine
An engagement ring made for a lovely man who comes to Cornwall on holiday every year. The design brief was for something in a Celtic style, a bit different from the usual run of the mill engagement rings.

This ring captures the beauty of the sweeping knot-work patterns of the Celts and the intertwining of the silver and the rose gold offsets the delicate blue of the aquamarine beautifully.
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[Glyptodon Pendant] – Sterling Silver
The Glyptodon is an extinct mammal from the Pleistocene era, related to modern day armadillos. Since they were roughly the same size and weight as a Volkswagen Beetle, it made perfect sense to be asked to make this pendant as small as possible!

Hand engraved in sterling silver, this pendant was commissioned as a present. It needed to be small and sophisticated enough to be worn at work and yet also capture the nature of the Glyptodon. Coming in at a mere 17mm long, this tested the limits of what could be achieved without a microscope.
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[Bee Pendant] – Sterling Silver
Bees, the beautiful little fluffy bundles that keep the plant world ticking over. We rely so much on bees to pollinate our crops (and to remind us of lazy warm afternoons!) without them the world would come to a crashing halt. There are many, many different species of bee and one of the best has to be the bumblebee. What would summer be, without these little fellows stumbling around our flowerbeds? Looking too clumsy to ever collect enough pollen for their hive, they are actually astonishingly efficient at flying. It was an honour (and a real challenge!) to be asked to make a bee pendant.

this pendant was handmade from individual silver components, delicately soldered into a single piece. Given a brushed finish on the body to simulate the fluff of a real bumblebee, the wings, legs and antennae were polished for contrast.
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[Celtic Cross] – Sterling Silver
A classic little cross, made as a replacement for a lady who had lost her old one. The addition of the ring or nimbus makes a Latin cross into a ‘Celtic cross’. The exact origins of the ringed cross and its original significance are lost in history. One possible link is back to the Celtic artforms based on spirals and circles, and the importance they seemed to place on the circular form. It is possible that the Celtic cross is based on a fusion of ancient Celtic and Christian art, a merging if the pagan and the early Christian beliefs.
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[Rings Necklace] – Sterling Silver
A very special commission, a necklace to be worn on a visit to Buckingham Palace!

Handmade from rings of sterling silver, some of which are highlighted with different textures, this necklace is delicate and subtle, while still able to capture the eye.

This necklace went though many prototypes, trying to get the balance of the ring sizes correct and trying to get them to drape properly, they would insist on lying the wrong way around! the necklace also had to fit with a particular dress so there were many fittings and tweaks to get it to work.
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[Wedding Ring] – 18 Carat Gold
Another replacement project. The original ring owned by the lady was too thin and flimsy to stand up to her new hobby of woodworking, she took up when she retired. So, she commissioned a new ring, identical in form to the old one but much more robust. This way the sentimental value continues, unbroken, but the ring is able to be worn without fear of breaking or deforming.
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[Copper-wrapped Rings] – Sterling Silver, Copper and Semi-Precious Stones
Harking back to the ancient inhabitants of this land, these rings are both old, and new. If you want something to celebrate the thousands of years of rich culture that make up our wonderful isle, and yet you can wear every day, look no further.

Handmade from silver wire, decorative elements are added using pure copper, wrapped and twisted in a variety of ways before being soldered securely into place.

Some of the rings feature precious stones, agates, garnets and opals. Stones such as these would have been traded across the globe, carried from the furthest reaches of Africa and Asia, all the way to the markets of Cornwall. There they would be swapped for our natural riches, for gold and copper and tin. The jewellers would then set to work, crafting rings and torcs, bracelets and broaches for the wealthy and powerful.

These rings are given a delicate patinaed finish and they will gently polish overtime as you wear them. Please contact me if you would like to order one of these rings, do note that they are made to order and so are unique!
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[Anniversary Ring] – Silver and 18 Carat Gold
Commissioned as a gift from a husband to a wife after many years of marriage, this ring is handmade from three bands of gold and silver.

Each band was carefully shaped to fit together and they were textured by hand before being soldered into one piece. Each ring features about 5000 individual hammer blows, a special hammer was handmade to make the extra fine marks requested by the client.
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[Thor’s Hammer Pendant] – Sterling Silver
Ah, Thor, ever we return to you!

This was a last minute Christmas commission from a lovely lady in the USA who was looking for a replacement for a cheap Thor’s Hammer pendant she had bought for her fiancé which (unsurprisingly) didn’t last that long because he wore it all the time.

The design is based upon the original and it is the same size, but I embellished the original decorative knotwork and the lady requested some new runes upon the hammer. She also requested that the year ‘2018’ be engraved on the back, the year they are due to be married!

This beautiful pendant is solid sterling silver and has a wonderful heft to it, it is finished with a leather cord, very Viking!
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[Crest Pendant] – Sterling Silver
A beautiful little pendant, made for a lady to give to a colleague for their retirement. It features a representation of the crest of the organisation. Handcut from a thick sheet of sterling silver and finished with traditional engraving techniques, this is a truly unique retirement present.

Small gifts like these, that clearly have love behind them, are some of my favourite things to make. It is the thought that counts, as we all should know!
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[My Favourite Place – Raven Rock] –Sterling Silver, Enamel
Showing the beautiful contrasts between the stark outcropping of Raven Rock, the rolling hills and the glimpse of the sparking waters of the reservoir. This handmade pendant has it all!

Made as a Christmas commission for a lady who ordered a Favourite Place for each of her two daughters, the other being the Cotopaxi pendant you can see in this gallery.

The differing layers of silver and the changing textures underlying the torch fired enamel all help to recreate the original view and provide the perfect anchor to hold onto your happy memories, wherever you may be.
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[My Favourite Place – Cotopaxi] –Sterling Silver, Enamel
The majestic volcano Cotopaxi is the subject of this handmade pendant.

Made as part of a Christmas commission of two Favourite Place pendants ordered by a mother for her two daughters. This pendant is based upon a pony trek they took upon the slopes of this great mountain.

Many miles of rolling foothills lie before the actual mountain and they provide a beautiful vista of different coloured plants, rocks and soils, a wonderful challenge to try to recreate the effect in enamel.
Unfortunately, this volcano is extinct (Or is it?) and so there was no opportunity for rivers of lava!
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[Dolphin Bracelet] – Sterling Silver
Dolphins are widely known as some of the most intelligent and playful animals on the planet. A perfect companion to have on your wrist.

Handmade from Solid Sterling silver, this is no mass-produced, cast item. Just as every dolphin is unique, so this bracelet stands out from others of its ilk.

Created for a lady to give as a gift to her husband, who had long coveted a similar bracelet belonging to his brother. In a curious twist, the original bracelet had been made in Truro as well, many years ago.
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[Puppy Tooth Ring] – 9 Carat White and Yellow Gold, Tooth
One of the most unusual things I have ever been asked to make, this ring is a celebration of the love of a lady for her dog (or puppy!)

Handmade with a white gold band and a yellow gold shield, both with a hammered pattern, the ring is set with a puppy tooth. The ring is further embellished with 9 carat yellow gold granulation. Before receiving this commission I was not aware that dogs, like us, lose their baby teeth as they grow up, you learn something new everyday!
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[My Family Name] – Bronze, Sterling Silver
This is a bracelet I made as a gift for myself when I decided to pack in my old career and strike out as a jeweller. The bracelet is inspired by one particular childhood memory and reminds me of my past joys and my future challenges.

A technically difficult piece, involving techniques I hadn’t tried before, like etching. It also required careful and accurate measuring, to fit snugly around my wrist.

I adore this bracelet and I never fail to smile when I think of what it represents.
If you fancy something similar, (or if you have guessed what my own bracelet represents!) please do let me know.
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[Sea-Glass Cufflinks] – Bronze, Found Glass
Sea-glass has become one of my favourite mediums to work with. The smooth, worn edges and the translucent surface contrast beautifully with the bright metal of the settings.

Sea-glass also has a mystery that is lacking in the classic jewellery gemstones. Where did it come from? How long has to been tumbling through the depths? What strange sights and creatures has it passed by? Often, a piece is so worn, it is impossible to guess what it was before it entered the ocean.
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[My Favourite Place – Tilos] –Sterling Silver, Enamel
A personalised pendant based upon a view of Tilos, Greece. Handmade from layers of sterling silver, each of them textured and engraved to bring out the details of the picture. Enamel, fired by hand, captures the vibrancy of the landscape, the hues of the trees and bushes and the hint of the rooftops of towers in the distance.
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[Fish Earrings] – Fine Silver and Torch-Fired Enamel
Nowhere has a greater variety of beautiful animals than the sea. Capture a hint of this beauty with these handmade earrings. Each fish is hand-cut from pure silver sheet, layered with enamel and fired using a torch. This means each fish is truly unique.

Just like the mingling of fish on a tropical reef, these earrings are designed to mix, pick your favourite fishes, pick your favourite colours and away you go! Who says things have to match?

The earrings are finished with pure silk thread and sterling silver ear-wires so no need to worry about nickel allergies!
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[Sea-glass Pendant] – Sterling Silver and Found Glass
A really gorgeous pendant, displaying the fragile beauty of a sea-worn piece of glass to its full extent.

Handmade for a client from a piece of glass his wife and he had collected during a walk, this pendant exhibits the true worth of handmade jewellery to perfection.

It is not the intrinsic value of the materials that is important, it is the thoughts, memories and feelings behind them that matter.
The translucent glass is held in place by a delicate band of sterling silver, holding it securely but allowing the light to glow though. The silver was left slightly textured deliberately, echoing the sea-tumbled finish.
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[Celtic Twist Engagement Ring] – 18 Carat White Gold, Diamond
An engagement ring handmade from white gold, featuring a beautiful diamond.

The Celts were a deeply mysterious race of people but it is clear that they were deeply attuned to their natural surroundings, the endless cycle of the seasons and the death and rebirth of the land.

The complex twisting and interweaving lines of their artwork shows their deep understanding of the subtleties of the threads of life and nature, and their own place within the whole.
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[Runic Ring] - Sterling Silver
A heavy gauge man’s ring, handmade from sterling silver. This ring was commissioned by a sailor from the wild islands of the north who wanted a firm reminder of his homeland. Decorated with a hammered texture and mysterious Viking runes, this ring harks back to the age of warriors, druids and great sailors.
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[Forty years of Bliss] - 18 Carat Yellow Gold, Rubies
A delicate and lasting present from a husband to his wife upon their fortieth wedding anniversary. Handmade from 18 carat gold and set with five matching rubies, this ring represents the pleasure of the previous forty years and the hope for another, equally enjoyable, forty years to come!
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[Poise] - Bronze, Sterling Silver
Delicate stud earrings handmade from bronze, an ancient metal used for jewellery for thousands of years. The earrings are decorated with a single delicate silver ball each, balancing lightly on the slope of the bronze.
To prevent allergic reactions all parts of the earrings that are in contact with skin are made from sterling silver.
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[Osprey Pendant] - Sterling Silver
A special pendant for one who loves to sail. Handmade from solid Sterling Silver in the shape of an Osprey, a classic racing dingy, it is combined with a delicate silver chain to create a beautiful necklace.
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[Emily's Engagement Ring] - 18 Carat White and Yellow Gold, Sapphire
This is the ring I made to propose to my girlfriend Emily. It is handmade from 18 carat white gold, shaped like a branch, with a delicate vine pattern picked out in 18 carat yellow gold. The stone is a beautiful flawless sapphire, picked because it is a favourite stone for both of us.
Proposing to your loved one is a huge step and you want to do it right. A handmade ring is personal and unique, two very important qualities you simply cannot find at a high-street shop.
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[My Favourite Place] – Sterling Silver, Enamel
These pendants capture the essence of your favourite Cornish places. Hand-wrought from layers of sterling silver, with details picked out in ocean-blue enamel, they shape the salt tang of the air and the cries of the gulls into tangible, beautiful jewellery. What a way to remember your holiday!
Inspired by vintage cartography, the pendants map a cove, beach or favourite haunt somewhere in Cornwall. The surfaces are hand-textured to reflect the unique contours of this beautiful land. The glowing enamel highlights the natural and man-made features such as rivers, lakes and prehistoric sites – and the Perranporth open-air swimming pool.

Each pendant has its place-name stamped on the reverse. A perfect memory of a special place.

Currently, I have made a few of my favourite beaches and places - and will make yours to order.

Each pendant comes with a stylish, modern, silver 'snake' chain (18 inches long).
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[Horizon Gaze Pendant] – Sterling Silver
The silvered sky meets the shining sea, leading the eye to new horizons. This simple, stylish and graceful pendant is inspired by the gleaming ocean that embraces the Cornish peninsula. Just like the mutable water, each pendant is unique, responding to its local environment.
The pendant is a hinged trio of Sterling Silver sheets, representing a blend of sea and sky. Light glints from the rippling waves and blazes from the nitid surfaces, creating a playful contrast. The perfect gift for horizon-gazers everywhere.
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[Horizon Gaze Earrings] – Sterling Silver
The perfect partner to the Horizon Gaze pendant, these earrings revel in the ever-changing nature of the waves. Each earring is unique: different from, yet matched to its fellow, flowing in harmony with the sea breeze.
Created from Sterling Silver plates, each delicately jointed with handmade rings, these exquisite pieces glisten with every movement, as if they themselves were captured wavelets.
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[Twist] – Copper, Bronze
Inspired by the crisp twist of a fallen leaf, these earrings bring to mind the changing seasons. Rich, autumnal colours lend warmth whilst the polished metal catches the last rays of sun. Forged from copper and bronze, used by the ancient Cornish Celts, this jewellery entwines the past and future in its curls.
The use of bronze in this piece highlights its importance to Cornwall, looking back over aeons to the earliest settlements of the peninsula. Lovingly layered with copper, these earrings are given an aged patina which reflects the timeless nature of the whole.

To prevent allergic reactions, the ear-wire is made from Sterling Silver.
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[Strand] – Copper, Bronze
Copper and bronze were the most important metals of their age, forming civilisation as we know it. Cornish artificers have been using these metals for millennia. Blending this ancient consciousness with modern design, these earrings bring the past to the present.
Artisanal craftsmanship transforms traditionally utilitarian materials into voguish and wearable jewellery. Each piece layers copper and bronze, which is then hand-tooled to form a unique textured surface reminiscent of rippled sand. With their clean outline, these earrings are perfect for any occasion, but warrant a closer look!

To prevent allergic reactions, the ear-wire is made from Sterling Silver.
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[Torc] – Copper
A simple and beautiful pure copper torc. Handmade from dozens of twisted wires, torcs are an instantly recognizable status symbol of the Celts.
This torc is true to that ancient heritage, made with traditional decoration and with hand-carved decorative stones it captures the essence of the heroes of the past.

Torcs can be used as bracelets, anklets and upper arm cuffs, as well as the usual necklaces. The rope-like construction makes them flexible enough to open and be placed around the neck, arm or leg but makes them hold their shape once in place.
Each torc is made to order, choose the metal, number of strands, end decoration, the sky is the limit by Toutatis!
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[Simple Ring] - Sterling Silver, Ruby
A classic style of ring, delicate and elegant.
Handmade from sterling silver and featuring a ruby with a lovely pinkish hue, this ring would not look out of place on any occasion.

Naturally, any size ring can be ordered!
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[Viking Knit Bracelet] - Copper
Those intrepid explorers, the Vikings, made bracelets and other decorative items from braiding and weaving wires. This bracelet is based on those ancient techniques using pure copper wires and handmade fastenings.
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[Viking Ring] – Bronze, Copper, Sterling Silver
Do you need a little help from Thor? Of all the Viking’s Gods, Thor, the god of thunder is the best known and most impressive. With his flowing beard and mighty stature, who else would you want on your side in a tight spot?
The Vikings were a proud and brilliant race of people, they traded and raided across vast areas and created some of the most beautiful jewellery in the world.

This bronze ring is stamped with a traditional mark that represents Thor’s hammer Mjölnir and is (almost) guaranteed to bring the favour of Thor.
Handmade from bronze with copper rivet decoration, this ring also features a liner made from sterling silver so you can wear it all the time without worrying about the bronze staining your fingers. (I have been wearing mine for months now, Thor is smiling upon me!)
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[Viking Knit Bracelet] – Copper, Leather
The Vikings were not just fearsome raiders, they were also famous explorers and traders. Viking goods have been found all over the world. Maybe a bracelet, such as this, would have been carried thousands of miles to be bought as a gift for a loved one. Handmade from enameled copper wire and red leather cord, this bracelet features a handmade copper fastener.
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[Viking Stamped Hammer Ring] – Sterling Silver
Vikings ahoy! Who would not like to have the love of the gods?
One of the most successful peoples ever to live, the Vikings explored, traded, conquered and settled all over the world.

They couldn't have managed this without the favour of their favourite gods and goddesses and the Vikings loved charms to those they felt most drawn too.

This ring features a stamp representing Thor's hammer Mjölnir because the rambunctious Thor was the most popular of the Viking gods.

Handmade from sterling silver this style of ring will suit any man or woman wanting a little of that Viking oomph!
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[Viking Knit Pendant] – Copper, Soapstone
Handmade from Viking knit, twisted into a pendant with a hand shaped soapstone centre. Red leather cord with handmade copper fastening.
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[Viking Knit Bracelet] – Copper
Enameled copper wire creates a simple, delicate bracelet with handmade copper end-caps.
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[Handmade Patterned Ring] – Sterling Silver
A delicate silver ring, designed to be beautiful but un-ostentatious. Handmade from sterling silver, this ring can be worn everyday and combined with just about any other jewellery or outfit.