Ancient Waters Gorget

Ancient Waters Gorget

$165.00
$165.00
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Imagine the cool clear water flowing, you are walking along the banks of the river picking up shells. What will you make today?

The ancient waters of the Tennesee River were once known for their beautiful mussel shells. Early Cherokee would make shell gorgets and other jewelry from the shells harvested there. 

Our Ancient Waters Pearl Gorget  is more correctly called Mother of Pearl. The pendant is a generous size,  about 2.25". The pendant hangs from a hand hammered , hand cut 3" gorget.

Sizes will vary because these are natural materials, and because no two shells are exactly the same, no two gorgets will be exactly the same. 

Due to the natural materials used no two pendants are exactly the same. 

Comes on a copper chain choose 22" or 24" long

Find the matching earrings here. 

All of our jewelry is handmade in our studio in Oklahoma. Please allow 7-10 before we ship. Need something faster, choose Front Of The Line Shipping at Checkout. This option allows you to skip to the front of the production line. Standard shipping times apply once shipped 

 

How Do I Care For My Copper Jewelry?

The Best way to care for your Copper is to wear it often  The natural oils from your skin will keep the copper, and pearls nice and shiny. Copper will acquire a beautiful patina over time. We feel that the patina is part of the natural beauty of the metal. 

As much as possible do not wear your jewelry when working out or doing any heavy physical activity that will cause excessive sweating. 

Clean your copper jewelry with a soft cloth if dirty you can use some liquid dish soap.

If you prefer, you can coat the metal with clear fingernail polis to maintain the shine. 

 

Why Does Copper Sometimes Turn My Skin Green?

Have you ever noticed a green tint on your skin after wearing copper jewelry? That is a chemical reaction between the copper, oxygenand the sweat on your skin. The process is called oxidization and is your body's way of absorbing the copper. Copper is an essential element and your body needs it. If you skin is turning green it is your body's way of telling you that something is missing. 

 

Where Can I Find Cherokee Copper In Person?

We are frequently asked if we have a store location. The answer is someday. But for now you can find us in cultural gift shops, museums and art galleries from Cape Code to Tahlequah. You can find our most up to date list of locations here.

 

 

 

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