Mixed Metal Quartz & Pearl Necklace - Geometry, Light, and Unexpected Balance

This hand-beaded mixed metal quartz and pearl necklace blends sculptural design with soft, luminous materials. Along the front, a sequence of gold vermeil elements of slender rods with rounded ends and curved circular discs that creates a rhythmic, geometric composition.

Between these gold forms, clear quartz beads and pearls introduce light and softness, balancing structure with organic texture. Along the sides, slender silver cylindrical beads alternate with small turquoise beads or pearls, adding subtle color and contrast that completes the design.

The interplay of gold and silver, geometry and fluidity, creates a piece that feels quietly unexpected yet effortlessly wearable. A short section of silver chain links adds dimension and movement, enhancing the necklace’s modern character.

Handcrafted as a one-of-a-kind design by a women-led artisan collective in Northern Thailand, this necklace is a singular expression of creativity, balance, and craftsmanship.

Details
• Hand-beaded gemstone necklace with mixed metal accents
• Gold vermeil sculptural elements at the front
• Clear quartz beads accented with pearls and turquoise
• Silver cylindrical beads for contrast and structure
• Section of silver chain links for added dimension
• One-of-a-kind artisan design

Size
• Necklace length: approximately 17 in (45 cm)
• 2 in (5 cm) extension chain — adjustable between choker and princess length

Materials
• Quartz
• Turquoise
• Pearls
• Silver
• Gold vermeil

Interested in learning more about this beautiful metal? This post has a bit of the history on this metal, along with tips on keeping it shining and how to tell if it is the real deal. Hint, Sterling silver is the real deal. Sterling silver is sometimes referred to as 925 silver to reflect the fact that it is mixed with another metal, such as brass, to make it more durable. 

This necklace is not just a beautiful piece of jewelry; it is a contemporary heirloom, a fine jewelry investment for the future.

Necklaces are more than a pretty bauble to wear around one’s neck. The choice of design has a long history. Here’s a quick guide to some common designs you’ll be sure to recognize.

What makes a piece feel modern or contemporary today is not simply its date of creation, but the way it reflects changing values: individuality over uniformity, meaning over excess, and craftsmanship over mass production.

Why shop Sundara Joon

• One-of-a-kind and micro-lot jewelry
• Direct relationships with global artists
• Handcrafted, not mass-produced
• Designed for women who value story and craft