Abalone On Braided Lace Necklace

Abalone On Braided Lace Necklace


 

Abalone shell on braided navy lace with abalone closure. The shells were hand collected, drilled and tumbled in walnut pieces to achieve a high polish and luster.

One of a kind, 28" from closure to end.

I call this an abalone waterfall as it makes the most wonderful sound as you move. 

I have a huge collection of abalone that I aquired in Mendocino county in northern california. I climb down 50ft cliffs to tiny beaches unreachable for the most part unless at the lowest tide. It is dangerous and extremely rewarding if done carefully. The shells make a sound reminiscent to that of the rocky coastline where they are collected as the waves roll onto shore and diclose their location. Pure meramid treasure