Sunlight Crystal Necklace | Handcrafted with Sodalite & Copper
Vintage Austrian crystal meets hand-pounded copper and deep blue sodalite in a necklace that earns every compliment it gets
Some crystals just sit there. This one performs. The vintage Austrian crystal at the center of this necklace catches light and does something with it. Throws it around. Makes it interesting. Emily found these crystals years ago and has been hoarding them for pieces worthy of their rarity. This is one of those pieces.
The copper work is all done by hand. Each ring gets individually pounded, creating organic texture that machine-made jewelry can't replicate. The sodalite stones bring that deep, almost-navy blue that photographers love and colorists try to name. Against the warm copper and the crystal's brilliance, they ground the whole design. Keep it from floating away into pure sparkle.
The rear of the necklace gets the same attention as the front. An artistic clasp with a swirl design, more of those hand-pounded copper rings, and a sodalite charm that makes the back worth seeing. Because Emily doesn't believe in jewelry that only works from one angle.
"I design the back of a necklace like someone's going to photograph it. Because they might. And because cutting corners on the parts people don't immediately see is how you end up making forgettable jewelry. I'd rather make less and make it right."
The Artistry in the Details
- Vintage Austrian crystal pendant with the kind of light refraction that stops conversations mid-sentence
- Hand-pounded copper rings and accents, each one showing the marks of actual human effort
- Deep blue sodalite stones that shift between navy and royal depending on the light
- Beeswax-treated cotton cord that's surprisingly durable and adjusts from 16 to 20 inches
- Rear clasp design with swirl detail and sodalite charm, because the back of your neck deserves nice things too
- One-of-a-kind variations in every piece. Yours will be close to the photos but never identical, because handmade means handmade
The Ritual
Adjust the cord to sit where you want it. Higher for crew necks, longer for v-necks, wherever feels right for the neckline you're working with. The beeswax treatment means the cord slides smoothly and stays where you put it. When the copper starts developing patina over time, that's not damage. That's character. Some people polish it back to bright. Some let it go full verdigris. Both are correct.
Key Elements
- Vintage Austrian Crystal
- Rare, light-catching crystal with faceting that creates genuine sparkle. Not the flat, dull shine of newer imitations. The real thing, from a find Emily refuses to disclose the source of.
- Hand-Pounded Copper
- Each ring and accent piece shaped by hand, showing hammer texture and organic imperfection. Warm-toned metal that plays beautifully against both the crystal and the sodalite.
- Sodalite Stones
- Deep blue natural stones with subtle white veining. The color ranges from rich navy to brighter royal blue, and no two stones are identical.
- Beeswax-Treated Cotton Cord
- Strong, adjustable, and comfortable against skin. The beeswax treatment adds durability and a subtle sheen without making the cord stiff or waxy-feeling.
Complete Your Ritual
Wear this to the dinner where you want to be remembered. To the gallery opening where interesting jewelry is basically required. To the Tuesday afternoon where you need something beautiful to look at when you glance down. Layer it with simpler chains if you're feeling maximalist, or let it stand alone as the statement it is. The adjustable length means it works with most necklines, so stop overthinking and just put it on. Touch the copper when you need grounding. Let the crystal catch the light when you need reminding that small beautiful things matter.
Caring for Your Piece
Keep it away from water, perfume, and the chaos of your bathroom counter. Store it flat or hanging, not tangled with other jewelry that might scratch the crystal. Clean the stones and copper with a soft, dry cloth. If you want to slow the copper's natural patina, store it in the pouch it comes in. If you want to encourage the patina, wear it constantly and let time do its work.
Handcrafted in Southern Oregon by Emily, who spent more time on the back clasp than most jewelers spend on entire necklaces.
