Ember Leaf Necklace
- Four gemstones composing the full palette of an autumn forest at golden hour.
- Brass and sterling silver setting — handcrafted in Rockport, Massachusetts.
- 2-inch pendant on a 16–18 inch adjustable chain — sits at the collarbone, right where it belongs.
Walk through a New England forest in late October and you'll see it — that single leaf still clinging to the branch, backlit by a low afternoon sun, glowing like it has its own internal fire. It isn't dying. It's concentrating. Every green thing it ever was is burning down into amber and copper and gold, and for one brief window it becomes the most luminous object in the entire woods.
There's a long tradition in jewelry of trying to hold onto that kind of light — Celtic bronzesmiths worked amber into shield brooches, Victorian naturalists pressed real leaves under glass and wore them as pendants, and the Arts and Crafts movement treated natural forms not as decoration but as philosophy. The idea was always the same: the natural world at its most transient is also at its most beautiful, and the right materials can slow that moment down long enough to carry it with you. Art by any Means Jewelry, a woman-owned studio on the coast of Rockport, Massachusetts, works in exactly this lineage — designing by hand, selecting each stone for its particular character, building pieces that feel gathered rather than manufactured.
The pendant pairs a warm amber crystal with faceted labradorite, pyrite, and tourmaline — four stones that together create the entire color story of a forest floor catching late light. Labradorite flashes with that unmistakable spectral blue-green. Pyrite adds a metallic spark, like sunlight on wet bark. Tourmaline darkens the edges, grounding the warmth in shadow. The setting mixes brass and sterling silver, and the two-toned metal gives the piece an heirloom quality that feels both antique and entirely modern.
The pendant itself measures two inches and hangs from a 16-to-18-inch adjustable chain, sitting just below the collarbone where it catches the most light. At 6 grams total, it has genuine weight in the hand — enough to feel substantial, never heavy. All metals are hypoallergenic, so it's built for everyday wearing, not just occasions.
Handcrafted by Art by any Means Jewelry.
Specifications
- Material: Amber crystal with labradorite, pyrite, and tourmaline faceted gemstones
- Metal: Brass, Sterling Silver
- Length: 2 inch pendant on a 16-18 inch adjustable chain
- Weight: 6 g
- Made in Rockport, Massachusetts
- Economy shipping is FREE with orders of $95 or more.
- All items are kept in stock and ship from our warehouse in North Carolina.
- We personally inspect every single item we sell, pack it by hand, and deliver the boxes to the post office.
- Orders generally ship the day following placement.
- We ship primarily via US Mail, but may use other carriers depending on package value and destination.
- Returns on items not marked Final Sale are accepted within 30 days of delivery. Read the full policy.
THE HAROLD & HAZEL DIFFERENCE
Every piece here has earned its place.
QUALITY MATERIALS
Sterling silver, genuine gemstones, and solid metals — no plastic or cheap materials.
REAL MAKERS
Every artist on this site has been personally verified for their talent and creativity.
LIMITED RUNS
Most pieces are made in small batches. When they're gone, they're often gone for good.
BOLD BY DESIGN
Every item here was chosen because it has color, character, and something to say.
HELD LIGHT
Amber, labradorite, pyrite, and tourmaline each carry their own kind of luminosity. Set together in mixed metal by hand, they become a single composition — autumn condensed into something you can wear.
Inspired by the transient beauty of natural light through stone and leaf
Each piece individually assembled by hand in a coastal Massachusetts studio
Hypoallergenic mixed metals and faceted gemstones — substantial at 6 grams, comfortable all day
THE REVIEWS SPEAK FOR THEMSELVES
The best way to know if you'll love our Ember Leaf Necklace? Hear from someone who already does.
Got questions?
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Find fast answers about shipping, returns, and our unique jewelry.
How long does shipping take?
Most orders ship within one business day of placing your order — sometimes the same day. Economy shipping typically takes about a week via USPS, while standard shipping (Priority Mail) arrives in 2-3 business days. We're based in North Carolina, so East Coast orders tend to arrive a little faster. You'll receive a tracking number as soon as your order ships.
Will the jewelry fade or tarnish?
Our jewelry is made from a variety of materials, including sterling silver. Sterling silver will eventually tarnish, but you can slow that process by storing it in a small airtight bag or container, or in a special anti-tarnish bag. If it’s lost some shine, it can be gently washed with a soft cloth, warm water, and a drop of mild soap, such as blue Dawn. If you still see tarnish, use an anti-tarnish cloth. Do not use commercial jewelry cleaners unless they are specifically labeled safe for sterling silver. The best way to keep your sterling silver shiny is to wear it often! The more you wear it, the less tarnish you’ll see. And never wear sterling silver in the swimming pool or hot tub! Chlorine will cause it to tarnish almost instantly.
Most other metals don’t exactly tarnish, but they can get a little dull if they’re not worn. Washing with a tiny amount of mild soap is the best way to bring them back to life again. You can prevent this by putting on your jewelry last, after you apply hairspray or perfume, and don’t wear them in the shower or bath.
Genuine pearls do require extra gentle care. Don’t ever use commercial jewelry cleaners on them; you will almost certainly damage the nacre and destroy their unique sheen and iridescence. Be very careful about hairspray, cosmetics, and perfume, and absolutely never put them in an ultrasonic jewelry cleaner!
Can I return or exchange?
Yes. You have 30 days from receipt to return or exchange anything that isn't marked Final Sale. Items need to be in new condition. Exchanges ship free, with no minimum order required. Returns are refunded minus a $5 shipping fee (once per shipment, not per item). We don’t ever charge restocking fees.
Is your jewelry hypoallergenic?
Most of our pieces are hypoallergenic, but not all. You can filter to only show hypoallergenic pieces when browsing, and you will also see an icon on all pieces certified hypoallergenic and nickel-free by their makers.
Can I track my order?
Yes — as soon as your order ships, you'll receive a tracking number by email so you can follow it the whole way to your door.
What makes your jewelry different?
Honestly? Most of it comes down to Amanda. Every maker on this site has been personally researched and verified — she checks that pieces are genuinely handmade, by the person who claims to have made them, using the materials listed. These are small-batch pieces in sterling silver, gold-filled, and genuine gemstones, mostly made in the USA. They aren’t factory pieces, aren’t from resellers, and are not the same thing you'd find on a hundred other sites. When something sells out here, it often stays sold out.
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