Caltrop Charm Necklace
A silver sculpture that honors both the beauty found in discarded objects and the importance of caring for our environment. Inspired by the water caltrop—an ornamental plant introduced in the late 19th century that now litters the banks of the Hudson River and threatens indigenous river plants—this piece reflects on the caltrop’s unintended impact. With its striking, almost ominous form, the caltrop’s appearance seems foreboding. Yet, as Lizzie Ames notes, “The caltrop never meant to harm its environment and is ironically struggling in several of its native habitats. So, rather than villainizing it, let’s appreciate its unique form.” 10g of sterling silver.
Lizzie creates sculptural jewelry that is precious yet unserious in her Brooklyn, NY studio. Her collection continuously evolves, sprouting fresh ideas inspired by curiosity and discovery, which she brings to life at her bench. Each piece is crafted exclusively in fine metals and adorned with stones from earth and sea.
Silver Care— Sterling silver likes to be kept close, maintaining its shine with the oils from your skin. It's strong and can handle the everyday roughness work and leisure can bring. Silver does oxidize with water, perfume, and time, so if you like to keep a high shine take care to avoid the first two and give it a polish once in a blue moon.
A silver sculpture that honors both the beauty found in discarded objects and the importance of caring for our environment. Inspired by the water caltrop—an ornamental plant introduced in the late 19th century that now litters the banks of the Hudson River and threatens indigenous river plants—this piece reflects on the caltrop’s unintended impact. With its striking, almost ominous form, the caltrop’s appearance seems foreboding. Yet, as Lizzie Ames notes, “The caltrop never meant to harm its environment and is ironically struggling in several of its native habitats. So, rather than villainizing it, let’s appreciate its unique form.” 10g of sterling silver.
Lizzie creates sculptural jewelry that is precious yet unserious in her Brooklyn, NY studio. Her collection continuously evolves, sprouting fresh ideas inspired by curiosity and discovery, which she brings to life at her bench. Each piece is crafted exclusively in fine metals and adorned with stones from earth and sea.
Silver Care— Sterling silver likes to be kept close, maintaining its shine with the oils from your skin. It's strong and can handle the everyday roughness work and leisure can bring. Silver does oxidize with water, perfume, and time, so if you like to keep a high shine take care to avoid the first two and give it a polish once in a blue moon.
A silver sculpture that honors both the beauty found in discarded objects and the importance of caring for our environment. Inspired by the water caltrop—an ornamental plant introduced in the late 19th century that now litters the banks of the Hudson River and threatens indigenous river plants—this piece reflects on the caltrop’s unintended impact. With its striking, almost ominous form, the caltrop’s appearance seems foreboding. Yet, as Lizzie Ames notes, “The caltrop never meant to harm its environment and is ironically struggling in several of its native habitats. So, rather than villainizing it, let’s appreciate its unique form.” 10g of sterling silver.
Lizzie creates sculptural jewelry that is precious yet unserious in her Brooklyn, NY studio. Her collection continuously evolves, sprouting fresh ideas inspired by curiosity and discovery, which she brings to life at her bench. Each piece is crafted exclusively in fine metals and adorned with stones from earth and sea.
Silver Care— Sterling silver likes to be kept close, maintaining its shine with the oils from your skin. It's strong and can handle the everyday roughness work and leisure can bring. Silver does oxidize with water, perfume, and time, so if you like to keep a high shine take care to avoid the first two and give it a polish once in a blue moon.
