Zeros and Crosses Sterling Silver Necklace

Geometry, it turns out, has always been its own kind of poetry. The necklace takes its name from the oldest of games: zeros and crosses, the circle and the X set in quiet alternation across a sterling silver chain. Each link or motif is worked in solid sterling silver, the metal burnished to a cool, even finish that catches light without demanding it. There is no stone, no colour, no gilding to distract from the architecture of the forms themselves. The pendant or centrepiece sits at approximately 2.5 cm tall and 1.5 cm wide, a proportion that reads clearly at the throat without overwhelming it. At ten grams, the piece carries just enough presence to remind you it is there, a considered weight for a considered design. Silver of this quality rewards a light polish and honest, daily wear. For daywear, this necklace settles beautifully against the neckline of a fine cotton kurta in ivory or indigo, the graphic motif holding its own without competing with any surface embroidery. In the evening, layer it over a silk blouse beneath a contemporary sari, where its restrained geometry reads as intentional punctuation rather than adornment. The free-size chain suits most adult necklines without adjustment. The sterling silver finish is durable enough for regular wear and asks only for occasional cleaning with a soft, dry cloth to maintain its characteristic cool lustre. A piece for the wearer who finds ornament in precision.

Details

• Material: Sterling Silver
• Dimensions: 1.0" Height, 0.6" Width
• Weight: 10.0 g
• SKU: UO07