Spoon Lore:
This 840 silver necklace is made from the Nagasaki Chrysanthemum pattern designed in Nagasaki Japan in the Meiji era - 1868 to 1912. Finished with your choice of 16, 18, or 20 inch Italian sterling silver chain.
24 inch chain upgrade available here.
30 inch chain upgrade available here.
Designed in the Meiji era (1868-1912) in Nagasaki Japan, the Snake, Rat, and Chrysanthemum pattern is full of symbolism. The snake and the rat are deeply symbolic characters in East Asian art. Associated with rebirth, protection, and divine wisdom, as well as wealth and prosperity, these two characters picture together can also tell the story of the cyclical nature of time.
The bowl of this unusual pattern is a large open chrysanthemum, the imperial emblem of Japan since the 12th century.
The reverse side of the blossom stamped with a heart shaped cartouche with kanji reading “longevity and blessing”.
Oh, If Spoons Could Talk
I love spoon jewelry. And I love hunting for the most beautiful spoons to make it! Spoon jewelry is a little wearable piece of history allowing the story and beauty of the pattern to be displayed and treasured, rather than being forgotten in a drawer or melted down as many of these antique beauties are.
All the pieces I make are from the original antique spoons - none are copies or casts - and I make each by hand, giving care and though to how each pattern is best shaped and displayed.
Using the original sterling silverware means each piece is not only beautiful in design, but full of indications that it has lived life. Maybe a faded monogram or little wear spots - I enjoy thinking about the places they have been and who might have held them 100 years ago. Each piece is, therefore, truly unique. I have discovered more than one of some of these spoon patterns, so each piece will come with its own character and story, varying slightly on little wear spots and marks - There will not be two that are exactly the same!
I hope the piece you choose resonates with your own story and will be a piece you treasure for generations.
Spoon Lore:
This 840 silver necklace is made from the Nagasaki Chrysanthemum pattern designed in Nagasaki Japan in the Meiji era - 1868 to 1912. Finished with your choice of 16, 18, or 20 inch Italian sterling silver chain.
24 inch chain upgrade available here.
30 inch chain upgrade available here.
Designed in the Meiji era (1868-1912) in Nagasaki Japan, the Snake, Rat, and Chrysanthemum pattern is full of symbolism. The snake and the rat are deeply symbolic characters in East Asian art. Associated with rebirth, protection, and divine wisdom, as well as wealth and prosperity, these two characters picture together can also tell the story of the cyclical nature of time.
The bowl of this unusual pattern is a large open chrysanthemum, the imperial emblem of Japan since the 12th century.
The reverse side of the blossom stamped with a heart shaped cartouche with kanji reading “longevity and blessing”.
Oh, If Spoons Could Talk
I love spoon jewelry. And I love hunting for the most beautiful spoons to make it! Spoon jewelry is a little wearable piece of history allowing the story and beauty of the pattern to be displayed and treasured, rather than being forgotten in a drawer or melted down as many of these antique beauties are.
All the pieces I make are from the original antique spoons - none are copies or casts - and I make each by hand, giving care and though to how each pattern is best shaped and displayed.
Using the original sterling silverware means each piece is not only beautiful in design, but full of indications that it has lived life. Maybe a faded monogram or little wear spots - I enjoy thinking about the places they have been and who might have held them 100 years ago. Each piece is, therefore, truly unique. I have discovered more than one of some of these spoon patterns, so each piece will come with its own character and story, varying slightly on little wear spots and marks - There will not be two that are exactly the same!
I hope the piece you choose resonates with your own story and will be a piece you treasure for generations.
