{"product_id":"ronald-tom-sun-guardian-statement-pendant-necklace","title":"Ronald Tom “Sun Guardian” Statement Pendant Necklace","description":"\u003cp\u003eThere are pieces that feel like jewelry, and there are pieces that feel like they already have a story before you ever put them on. This Ronald Tom creation belongs firmly in the second category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandcrafted by fifth-generation Navajo silversmith Ronald Tom, this necklace pairs beautifully weathered turquoise heshi with vivid accents of Mediterranean coral and sterling silver Navajo pearls, leading to a striking sculptural pendant. Ronald Tom is known for blending traditional Navajo silversmithing with bold, contemporary compositions, creating pieces that are unmistakably his own. \u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe pendant is a masterpiece of depth and movement. A joyful sun face radiates above deeply oxidized repoussé silver, hand-forged scrollwork, and a dramatic overlay blossom motif. Every surface has been engraved, sculpted, or textured, giving the piece incredible dimension from every angle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eArtist:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ronald Tom (Navajo)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Sterling silver, natural turquoise heshi, Mediterranean coral heshi\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePendant:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Large handcrafted overlay and repoussé construction with sun face and floral motifs\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eStyle:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Statement necklace\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Excellent vintage condition with rich natural patina\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEric’s Note\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI love Ronald’s work because it never feels manufactured. It feels discovered. Like something that belongs equally in a museum, on the trail, or around a campfire. The turquoise carries the landscape, the coral brings the warmth, and that smiling guardian reminds you that not every protector has to look intimidating. Sometimes the strongest ones simply welcome you home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hespera Jewelry Co.","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47643425079473,"sku":null,"price":3499.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0153\/9641\/files\/DAFB5D46-CECA-47D9-B150-4B83D794F39B.jpg?v=1782569663","url":"https:\/\/hespera.com\/products\/ronald-tom-sun-guardian-statement-pendant-necklace","provider":"Hespera Jewelry Co.","version":"1.0","type":"link"}