Copper Salal Fossil Shield Pendant

Salal Fossil Pendant
This copper pendant captures the delicate impression of salal leaves, immortalizing their texture and form in a way that feels timeless, just like a fossil. Copper, notoriously challenging to cast, makes this piece not only rare in my collection but a rarity in fine jewelry altogether. The salal impression rises gently from the surface, creating a tactile connection to the natural world—a hallmark of my work, where nature’s textures are preserved forever.

Salal (Gaultheria shallon) holds deep cultural and ecological significance, particularly in the Pacific Northwest, where it is revered for its beauty and utility. Symbolizing abundance and renewal, salal leaves have been used for centuries in ceremonial garlands and as an important resource in Indigenous cultures. This pendant honours the spirit of salal, evoking harmony and resilience.

Suspended on an 18-inch silver and rose gold-plated chain, the Salal Fossil Pendant is more than jewelry; it is a wearable art piece with a story of patience and transformation. Crafted 10 years ago I’ve held this piece back as part of my private collection —until now. Today, I finally feel it’s time to release this piece into the world, where its beauty and meaning can be shared.

This pendant is a reflection of nature, artistry, and history—a piece as unique as the moment you choose to wear it.

4 cm (1.5 inch) tall

-Oxidized Copper on 18 inch Sterling Silver and Rose Gold chain