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"Open Halfsies" Hamsa with 0.78cts Diamonds in 18K Gold on Carnelian Necklace

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This hamsa is one of Eytan Brandes' older designs, but he has realized it in many different iterations over the years, always keeping it fresh. In shimmery, satin-finished 18 karat yellow gold, this latest version is the first time he's tried opening up one side. The other side is pavé-set with 25 diamonds. In keeping with tradition, he used all different size stones because this design is one of Eytan's favorite ways of using diamonds from Eytan's Big Box o' Recycled Diamonds! These are stones, mostly of average or below average clarity -- pulled from the thousands of pieces of jewelry that have come through the store over the years on their way to be melted and made by Eytan into something better. The stones used for this pendant range in size from 0.8mm to 2.2mm for a total diamond weight of 0.78 carats. Eytan used diamonds that would be considered "slightly included," avoiding the ones that would be classified as "included." (In other words, he used SI1-2's and avoided the I's, with the exception of the stone at the very top, which is a straight I2.) Most of the stones are full cut, but since a lot of these diamonds came from older jewelry, there are a few single cuts as well. Meticulously set, everybody gets their job done, especially set against yellow gold, which can't help but elevate their color. All stones are earth-mined, natural and untreated. We love putting these stones to good use, and we love the way a bit of careful sorting can bring stones from 25 different pieces of uninspired jewelry together to act as a unified team in something new, beautiful and wearable. Go team! The bale* is teardrop-shaped and decent-sized (8.5mm x 6.5mm), allowing for many chain options, but we like our bright red carnelian bead necklace, 19" long and fully knotted with contrasting gold-colored silk. This necklace has a vintage 14 karat bayonet clasp. This chain is removable, so you can mix and match. If you prefer the pendant without the chain, or if you would like us to source a different type of chain, just let us know. We'll give you an adjusted price and options. Measurements: Pendant length (including top ring): 35mm (1-3/8") Pendant width: 20mm (about 3/4") Pendant thickness: 2mm Chain thickness (i.e., bead diameter): 4mm Chain length: 19" Weights: Total diamond weight: 0.78 carats Total pendant weight: 5.9 grams Chain weight: 8.9 grams Total necklace weight: 14.8 grams * While the gold used for the pendant came from our caster, Eytan made the bale from recycled 18 karat yellow gold here in the shop, so it's a slightly different shade of gold. (This happens a lot with recycled gold and we ain't apologizing for it; we're just acknowledging it.)

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