Sterling Silver Claw Shaped Beads for Necklaces (Per Piece)

There is something quietly feral about a claw rendered in silver. Each piece in this series is cast in sterling silver and shaped to evoke the curved, tapered form of an animal claw, a motif that carries long roots in Indian tribal jewellery and in the ceremonial adornment traditions of Bengal and the eastern highlands, where tiger claws and bear claws were once set in gold and worn as talismans of protection and strength. Here the form is translated into clean, unadorned sterling, with no stone setting to interrupt the sculptural line. The surface carries a natural satin finish that catches light along the ridged contour of the taper. At 2.3 inches (approximately 5.8 cm) in width and weighing 10 grams per piece, each bead is substantial enough to anchor a strand without overwhelming it. Sold individually, these beads invite a considered, cumulative construction. Thread three or four pieces onto a thick oxidised silver chain for a layered, almost architectural necklace suited to an evening draped in raw silk or handloom cotton. Alternatively, pair a single claw bead with fine leather cord for an everyday talisman worn with a kurta or a relaxed white shirt. The free-size format means the bead suits any strand thickness a maker chooses. Sterling silver wears well with daily contact, and the weight sits comfortably against the collarbone. A light polish with a silver cloth restores brightness whenever the satin tone deepens with wear.

Details

• Material: Sterling Silver
• Dimensions: 2.3" Width
• Weight: 10.0 g
• SKU: JVS77