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Gold plated silver Manta Ray pendant and chain. © Adrian Ashley

Gold plated silver Manta Ray pendant and chain. © Adrian Ashley

Regular price $144.00 USD
Regular price Sale price $144.00 USD
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Among the largest fish in the ocean, with a wingspans of up to 7 metres and weights exceeding two tonnes, mantas are harmless filter feeders.

Although long lived and highly intelligent, mantas are horribly threatened by overfishing. Fortunately, keeping them alive for tourism is far more lucrative for local economies, and swimming or diving with manta rays, is now the highlight of many peoples’ tropical holiday.

This pendant 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.

This 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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