Dan Dye Designs

Sterling Silver Pendant and Choker with Moonstone - $250

  I fashioned this hammered choker and pendant from 10 ga.square sterling silver wire to complement the angular shape of the moonstone.As the pendant moves, a luster of pale blue flashes across the stone.

Sterling Silver Turquoise Pendant - $165

   I started with a beautiful turquoise stone from New Mexico and designed this sculptural pendant with triangles and curves to enhance it.  The total pendant  measures just over 4" in length and can be worn on a choker or a chain.

Sterling Silver Necklace - $135

  This flexible choker style necklace measures just over 18" in length.  Because I like "invisible" catches, it attaches by a hook at the back that mimics the connections of the other links.  Each of the balls is stamped with a heart.

Sterling Silver w/ Petersite Pendant - $95

  This pendant features a dark black Petersite stone with flashes of blue.  It measures ~1-1/2" in length and can be worn on a choker or a chain.

Sterling Silver Pearl Pendant - $90

   This pale pink 9mm pearl is cradled in a twisting swirl of sterling silver wire that reaches out to the side to wrap around a choker or chain.

Sterling Silver Labradorite Pendant and chain/choker - $275

    Labradorite is a dark feldspar mineral that displays a flash of blue across its surface when it moves.  It always reminds me of a stormy winter sky, so I mounted this stone in a setting surrounded by sterling silver bare tree limbs.  The oval ring chain fits in a crook of the branches and hooks to one end of a back-of-the-neck choker.  This design makes this piece very comfortable to wear.

Sterling Silver Pendant w/ Tourquoise - $145

This pendant can be worn with either side showing.  I sculpted a range of mountains on one side that is reminiscent of the landscape of northern New Mexico. The stone represents the beautiful blue sky.

Sterling Silver Pendant w/ Druzy Quartz Agate - $180 - sold

This sterling silver pendant features a beautiful creamy white pear shaped Druzy quartz stone which sparkles as you move it.  The pendant measures1-3/4"x2-3/4" and will hang well from a choker or a chain.

Sterling Silver and Petersite Pendant - $275 - sold

This sterling silver and Petersite pendant and choker are forged from 10 ga. square silver stock for a contempory look.  The stone features flashes of iridescent blue against a swirling background of black and ochre.

Sterling Silver Pendant w/ Crysacola - $120 - sold

This pendant features a beautiful crysacola stone which measures 18x26mm.  The sterling ribbons which curve around it have a roll-printed screen texture.

Sterling Silver Necklace w/ Crysacola - $225 - sold

The featured stone measures 22x40mm and has a beautiful mix of red, black and green hues.  It drapes comfortably around the neck and opens on the left side with a hook that fits into a curl.  I prefer catches that become part of the design.

Sterling Silver Pendant w/ Drusy agate - $185 - sold

This interesting stone measures 28x40mm and combines that rich brown swirls of an agate with the miniature quartz crystals known as "drusy".  The quartz minerals fill in pockets in the matrix stone and resemble sugar crystals as they grow to the center of the void.  I designed this pendant to hang at an angle to add to it's unusual style.

Sterling Silver Pendant w/ moonstone teardrop - $145 - sold

This 12x20mm moonstone displays flashes of rainbow color that move across the milky whiteness as you move.  It hangs at an angle on entwined ribbons of silver.

Sterling Silver Pendant w/ Crysacola - $165 - sold

Sometimes when I'm designing a piece of jewelry, I like to change the "normal" way of using a stone.  This teardrop crysacola looks more interesting to me mounted "upside-down".  It can be worn on a choker or a chain.

Sterling Silver Pendant w/ Labradorite - $130 - sold

This 16x20mm stone displays a blue/green iridescence that moves as you do.  Labradorite is a feldspar mineral and is related to moonstone.  The pendant can be worn on a chain or a choker.

Sterling Silver Pendant w/ Crysacola - $140 - sold

This beautiful stone has colors that combine blues and greens with rich reds.  It reminds me of the colors seen on a coral reef.

Sterling Silver Pendant w/ Agate&Drusy Quartz - $145

This pendant has a cream colored agate with a sparkling white Drusy quartz at the center.  As the pendant moves, it looks like it is encrusted with sugar crystals.  The stone measures 20x30mm.

Sterling Silver Pendant w/ Moonstone - $100

The rainbow colors that play across this milky white moonstone pendant change position as you move.  It will look good on a choker or a chain.  The stone is 10x20mm.

Sterling Silver Pendant w/ Crysacola - $135

This beautiful pendant features a stone with the rich colors of the Caribbean Sea and looks great on a chain or a choker.  The stone measures 20x30mm.

Sterling Silver Necklace - $245

This sterling necklace drapes gracefully around the neck and is open in the front.  While it looks like a loose chain, each link is fused together into a solid belt.

Sterling Silver Necklace - $195

This choker can be worn by itself or with the pendant as shown.  The pendant slips off easily, but looks like it is connected, when in position on the choker.

Sterling Silver Pendant - custom order

I made this piece for a steady customer for his wife on her birthday.  She is especially fond of opals, so I designed this pendant to include a beautiful white stone with flashes of red and green.  I can work with you on your next special gift.

Custom Sterling silver Carolina jasmine vine necklace - $475

One of my very unique designs, based on a beautiful flowering vine that blooms in my garden for several summer months.  This necklace drapes comfortably around the back of the neck.  The blossoms are .999 fine silver and the leaves and stems are Sterling silver.

Sterling Silver Lacy Necklace and Earring Set

I made this custom piece with 5mm Rhodolite Garnets. I have made others using a variety of different colored stones.  The wire back opens on one side to make it easy to put on.  Contact me to request a price.

  

Sterling Silver and Chocolate Pearl Pendant - $95- sold

This teardrop pendant frames the chocolate brown pearl.  It is mounted to a spiral that curves from behind.  It measures 2" long.

Sterling Silver and Black Pearl Pendant - $95

This design combines the beauty of a black pearl with three shining pieces of silver wire cascading over from behind.  They help protect the pearl as well as keeping the pendant secure to a choker or chain.  The piece measures 1-3/8" long.

Sterling Silver and Turquoise Pendant - $120

This pendant features a triangular turquoise stone from a mine in New Mexico.  While it's design looks Southwestern, I took the pendant shape from a small English ivy leaf in my garden in North Carolina.

Sterling Silver and Turquoise Pendant - $120

This pendant design was inspired by the "beehive" shaped kiva ovens in some Southwestern homes.  It also reminds me of the stylized human figures drawn by native Americans out there.  It features a piece of turquoise from a mine in New Mexico and measures about 2" in length.

Sterling Silver Pendant - $110

The three hammered pieces of this pendant wrap over each other like a sash.  It measures 3-1/4" in length.

14k Gold and Sterling Silver Tourmaline Pendant - $225 - sold

I mounted this 6mm x 8mm emerald green tourmaline in a bezel setting so the smooth curves would not be disrupted by straight prongs holding the stone.  The silver design spirals around the stone and is mirrored by a graceful arc of 14k gold.  This pendant will look beautiful worn on a choker or a chain.

Sterling Silver Open Front Necklace - $225

I combined the hammered spiral with graceful curving pieces to create this unusual choker.  It fits comfortably around the back of the neck with a complementing overlap.  There is enough flexibility for the choker to spring open in the front when you put it on.

Sterling silver Necklace - $250 - available by special order

This 24" silver necklace has forged links of different sizes and shapes; oval, circle & diamond.

Sterling silver Heart Pendant w/ Black Asian pearl - $60- available by special order

This forged pendant features a 12mm black pearl which has highlights of purple and blue.

Sterling silver Koi Necklace - $325 - contact for special order

This necklace reminds me of Koi goldfish swimming in a circle. The links move gracefully as you move. The catch is seen in the top photograph and mimics one of the Koi links. I also made a complementing pair of earrings that sell for $36.

Sterling silver Nautilus Necklace - $225 - Contact for special order

I designed this necklace over 15 years ago while enjoying a beach vacation. My original sketch was more oval shaped, but as I was making it, I realized that a question mark shape would follow the spiraling lines of the shell better. The piece is about 9-1/2" long.

Sterling silver Pretzel Necklace - $300

This whimsical design is not recognized by many first-time observers.  The catch is similar to one of the other links, with an open end to fit into the adjoining link. It is in the upper left corner of the photo.  I like catches that blend into the overall design without calling attention to themselves.

Sterling Silver Curly Necklace - $265 - Contact for special order

This necklace opens on one side and flexes as you move. It has been sold but a similar one could be created for you.

Silver sterling pendant with pink pearl

Sterling silver pendant with black pearl

Sterling silver pendant and earring set - Available $125

Includes 24" rope chain.

Sterling silver Star of Bethlehem ornament/pendant - $48

I made the original in 1981 for my mother to give to a special friend of hers.  Most are worn as a cross on a chain and can be enjoyed all year long.  By far, it is my most popular design!

Also see this ornament in a nativity scene.

Sterling silver sand dollar pin/pendant $95

Available as a custom order.  I use a real sand dollar from the beach in North Carolina to model the size, shape & placement of holes.  The hammered surface mimics the dappled appearance of this beach treasure.  Size approx.  2" x 2 1/4"

Sterling silver Lapis Wave necklace - $225

This striking design fits easily around the back of the neck and rests comfortably on the chest.

Sterling silver pendant with Tourmaline - $225

Choker sold separately.

Sterling silver pendant with Crysacola - $195

Choker sold separately.  This beautiful crysacola crescent is held above a matching solid back piece by 3 short posts.  This way, the pendant can be worn with either end up.

Sterling silver pendant with black pearl, $135

This pendant is sold but is an example of unique designs custom made with black, white, or peach pearls.  Matching earrings available.

Choker sold separately.

Sterling silver pendant with 14K gold & pearl, $185 Sold

Sold.  Teardrop design that fits above & behind the pearl.  I can custom make this pendant with white, black, or peach pearl.  Earrings are available to match.  Price may change with gold market.

Choker sold separately.

Sterling silver neckace with pearl - $225 Sold

Custom design, price based on current silver market price

Sterling silver Lacy necklace with pearl $225 Sold

Custom design, price will be quoted based on current silver market

Sterling silver curly choker - $150 Sold

Decorative choker that doesn't require anything else to adorn the neck.  Custom order, price quoted at current silver market