This exquisite pendant features a unique and eye-catching design that showcases the serene beauty of larimar gemstones. Set in a sophisticated sterling silver frame, the pendant is crafted in an intricate, multi-looped pattern adorned with delicate beadwork. Four small round larimar stones dangle gracefully within the silver loops, adding movement and elegance to the piece.
- Material: Larimar and Sterling Silver
- Size: 1.75" x 1.375" (Plus Bail)
- Origin: Bali
- Features: Handmade and artisan created, intricate multi-looped pattern, four small round larimar stones, unique natural gemstones with color variations
- Sold as a pendant, chain sold separately
Each larimar gemstone is natural and unique. As a result, the color and marbling effects will vary from piece to piece. Natural imperfections and variations in the stone are to be expected and appreciated, as they contribute to the individual beauty and charm of each pendant.
design: A cascading, multi-loop pendant built from three graduated teardrop-shaped arcs stacked into one fan-like silhouette, each arc traced with a fine dotted border. Four round larimar cabochons dangle loose within the open loops, swaying and catching light with movement.
size: 1.75" x 1.375" (plus bail)
material: Larimar and sterling silver
features: Handmade and artisan-crafted, intricate multi-looped openwork design, dotted beadwork detailing along every loop edge, four dangling round larimar cabochons, ornate scrollwork bail, sold as pendant only (chain sold separately)
care: Wipe with a soft polishing cloth and store away from moisture and other jewelry; avoid chemical dips and ultrasonic cleaners, which can dull or damage the larimar.
disclaimer: Each larimar stone is natural, so its color and marbling will vary slightly from the piece shown.
The Story
This pendant's silhouette is built from three graduated, teardrop-shaped loops stacked into a single fan form radiating from the bail. It's a construction approach common to Balinese silverwork, where a design is assembled from repeating, layered elements rather than cast as one solid piece, giving the piece an open, lace-like quality and letting the four larimar stones move independently within their loops.
The fine dotted border tracing each loop is built through hand-applied beadwork, a technique long practiced by silversmiths in Bali, where small granules or beaded wire are set along an edge to catch and scatter light differently than a smooth surface. The result reads as a textured, almost embroidered line against the oxidized recesses of the silver.
Balinese jewelry making is centered in workshops and family-run studios where these skills are passed down and refined generation to generation, with silversmiths often specializing in specific techniques like this loop-and-bead construction.
A piece like this begins with silver sheet and wire, hand-formed into the graduated loop shapes and soldered together into the layered fan structure. The dotted border along each loop is built by hand-setting fine silver beads or granules one length at a time, a slow, steady process done under magnification. The piece is then oxidized to darken the recesses and polished back on the raised surfaces, so the beaded detail stands out in contrast. Separately, each larimar cabochon is cut and polished, then bezel-set and hung from its own jump ring so it swings freely inside the loop rather than sitting fixed in place.
Craft & Materials
- Made In: Bali, Indonesia
- Craft Tradition: Balinese silversmithing
- Ideal For: Someone who wants a statement pendant with quiet movement rather than a heavy, fixed centerpiece
- Wear It With: Hang it on a simple sterling silver chain and let it stand alone against a plain neckline
- Purpose: Everyday wear, gifting, layering with other silver pieces
- Gemstone: Larimar
- Metal: Sterling silver
Larimar is a blue variety of pectolite found in one limited mining area in the Dominican Republic, which is why no two stones look quite alike. Color can range from pale sky blue to deeper turquoise, often threaded with white marbling that recalls shallow Caribbean water or sea foam. Because it comes from a single, finite source, larimar is prized as a distinctive rather than mass-produced stone, and the variation between stones is part of its appeal.
Questions & Answers
Does this pendant come with a chain?
No, this listing is for the pendant only. A chain is sold separately so you can choose the length and style you prefer.
Will my larimar stones look exactly like the ones in the photo?
Close, but not identical. Larimar is a natural stone, so the color intensity and marbling pattern will vary slightly from piece to piece.
Is this pendant handmade?
Yes. It's handcrafted in Bali, with each loop hand-formed and the dotted beadwork detailing applied by hand.
How is the pendant constructed?
It's built from three graduated silver loops stacked into a fan shape, with four larimar cabochons individually set and hung so they move freely within the open loops.
How should I care for the larimar in this piece?
Clean gently with a soft cloth and store it away from other jewelry; avoid soaking it or using harsh chemicals or ultrasonic cleaners, which can damage the stone.
