Innovative and striking, the Paper Curl Design Metal Necklace mimics the delicate folds of paper in sturdy pewter. This piece marries creativity with wearability, offering a standout look with every turn.
- Material: Pewter zinc alloy
- Dimensions: Length 20"
- Origin: Handcrafted in Turkey
- Features: Lobster clasp for a secure, adjustable fit
- Design: Metal plates folded to resemble paper curls
- Lead and nickel-free
design: A collar-style necklace of flat pewter-alloy plates hand-formed and folded to mimic the crisp creases of curled paper, strung together on a fine chain for a sculptural, architectural line.
size: Length 20", adjustable via lobster clasp closure.
material: Pewter zinc alloy; lead- and nickel-free.
features: Folded sheet-metal plates, oxidized finish in the creases for contrast, lobster clasp closure, adjustable fit, lightweight despite its bold scale
care: Wipe with a soft, dry cloth after wear and store flat or hanging to protect the folded edges; avoid contact with water, lotion, and perfume.
disclaimer: Because each plate is individually hand-formed, slight variation in fold angle and oxidized shading is normal and makes every necklace one of a kind.
The Story
The design abstracts something ordinary and soft — a curl of paper — into something rigid and permanent. Each plate is folded like a crease you'd make absentmindedly at a desk, then fixed in metal, so the necklace reads as both playful and architectural, a study in how a hard material can still suggest movement.
It's handcrafted in Turkey, a country whose metalsmithing centers, particularly around Istanbul, have trained generations of jewelers in cutting, forming, and finishing sheet metal by hand. This piece draws on that base of skill without claiming to be a folk or ceremonial form — it's a contemporary, sculptural design built by artisans working in that tradition of hands-on metalwork.
The darkened lines settled into each fold aren't printed on; they come from an oxidizing treatment worked into the recesses and polished back off the raised surfaces, a common metalsmithing technique used to pull texture and depth out of a flat design.
A piece like this starts as flat sheet metal, cut to shape and then folded and hammered by hand over and around itself to hold the angular, paper-like creases permanently in place. Once the form is set, the metal is treated with an oxidizing solution that darkens the recessed folds; the artisan then polishes the raised surfaces back to a bright finish, leaving the contrast concentrated in the creases. The individual folded plates are joined with jump rings and finished with a chain and lobster clasp, a construction that takes a practiced hand to keep each link uniform.
Craft & Materials
- Made In: Turkey
- Craft Tradition: Hand-folded sheet metal work
- Ideal For: Someone who wants a bold, architectural statement necklace with a modern, sculptural edge
- Wear It With: Let it anchor a simple crew-neck, button-down, or solid-color top so the folded silhouette stays the focus
- Purpose: Statement necklace, everyday wear, gifting
- Metal: Pewter zinc alloy
Questions & Answers
Is this necklace real silver?
No — it's made of pewter zinc alloy with a silver-tone finish, not sterling silver.
Is it adjustable?
Yes, it closes with a lobster clasp for a secure, adjustable fit at approximately 20" in length.
Is it safe for sensitive skin?
Yes, the alloy is lead- and nickel-free.
Will the dark shading in the folds wear off?
The oxidized finish is worked into the recesses of each fold and is durable with normal wear, though like any finish it can soften gradually over time and years of handling.
How should I store it to protect the folded design?
Store it flat or hanging rather than balled up in a pouch, so the folded plates keep their shape and don't press against other pieces.
