Gold plated silver Albatross pendant and chain. © Adrian Ashley

 A gold plated, solid silver portrait of the enormous, magnificent birds who spend their long lives soaring amid the mountainous seas of the southern oceans.

With recorded wingspans of over 12 feet Albatrosses are one of the world’s largest birds. Albatrosses are known to form 'Pair Bonds', a scientific term that implies a lifelong monogamous relationship.

Yachtsmen and women skilled enough to sail in the high southern latitudes have recorded these giants following their boats for days on end.
In days of old the albatross was seen as a fellow traveller, another 'Christian soul', by lonely sailors. They believed the albatross brought good luck for the crew and symbolizes the delicate balance between man and the ocean.

This albatross measure slightly under 5cm - which is two inches from wingtip to wingtip. It is made from sterling silver that has been plated with 22ct gold.

It is hung from an elegant flat trace chain, that catches the light, and is fitted with a sturdy clasp. The chain is also made from 22ct gold coated sterling silver and is adjustable from 43cm to 50cm (17 to 20 inches).

During the gold plating process, gold molecules are bonded to the surface of the silver. The jewellery is then given an E-coating (also known as electrophoretic deposition), to help protect the gold.

How long any gold plating will last depends entirely on the wear and tear exacted on the jewellery by its owner. But, given a little care and attention this piece should keep its gold colour long into the future.

Every piece was designed in the United Kingdom where the original master patterns were carved by hand.
Jewellery from the Argent Aqua range is either assembled and finished in our own workshops, or by a Sedex registered production partner, who have proven that they take their social and environmental responsibilities very seriously.

Wearing a piece of Adrian Ashley’s jewellery identifies you as someone who loves the ocean or the great outdoors. My silver jewellery is made from solid Sterling Silver (silver with a purity of at least 92.5%). It does not contain any lead or other harmful materials.

I do my best to insure all materials have been sourced responsibly and I always price my work honestly.

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