Birthstone Cluster Collection
Just in time to accompany the lush colors of autumn and the sentimental giving season, Bang-Up Betty’s newest collection of jewelry features rough and polished gemstones set in resin and displayed uniquely, a beautiful contrast to the polished and perfect way gemstones are traditionally set and sold for top dollar.
My brand new Birthstone Cluster Collection was inspired by nature and the gorgeously imperfect way the world’s gemstones come to us before they’re cut, set and made to look like something completely otherworldly.
I cast these stones in clear resin, letting them fall from my fingertips into the liquid wherever they land. Over several days, it hardens into a little cluster of gemstones that look like they’re bursting forth. Glowing peridots, moody sapphires, rich rubies, warm citrine crystals… all the colors of the birthstone rainbow.
Ruby Birthstone Strand Necklace / July Birthstone
Ruby Birthstone Strand Necklace / July Birthstone
The July birthstone, ruby, with its lush red hue, is particularly romantic. Ruby, a variety of corundum, is rare, coveted and second only to diamond in its hardness. is associated with passion, protection, peace and prosperity.
Each ruby cluster strand is made by hand and is as different as each stone included. Ruby chips are strung on wire, making between a 1 1/4 and 1 1/2 inch length of stones.
Chains are gold-filled or sterling silver and measure approximately 17 inches long including the length of stones. Longer or shorter chains are available upon request.
Birthstone cluster strand necklaces are made by hand at Bang-Up Betty’s North Little Rock, Arkansas, studio.