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BLUE PINECONE NECKLACE
$72.00
handmade
community voted (822 votes)
Blue Ridge Beauty
Imagine the perfect, early morning stillness in the Appalachian Mountains. Rolling ridges extend out to the horizon, wrapped in mist, and the carpet of pine needles perfumes the air as you walk. On the forest floor you spot one of nature's gems: a tiny, perfect pinecone.
Jewelry artist Nancy Nelson celebrates that woodland symbol of rebirth and enlightenment in this transcendent necklace. The brass pendant, with its painted blue patina, is hand cast from an actual, delicate pinecone collected from Swallow Falls State Park in Maryland. It's suspended from a delicate 14k gold filled chain with alternating, textured links. Pendant has been finished with a clear sealer to keep its color perpetually fresh. Handmade in West Virginia.
Visit our blog to learn more about how Nancy Nelson uses found organic objects to create nature-inspired jewelry.
- Item ID: 21964
- Materials: brass, 14kt gold filled wire
- Pinecone: approximately .87"; Necklace: 16 - 18" L
- Clean with a polishing cloth. Keep in an air tight bag or jewelry box to prevent tarnish when not wearing.
Nancy Nelson
Nancy Nelson believes that jewelry should evoke an emotion and tell a story for every wearer. Her passion for working with metals emerged while obtaining her BFA in Industrial Design. She enrolled in a metalsmithing class where she made her first sterling silver ring. After that point, she was hooked and continued developing her own unique style.
A beautiful blend of modern shapes and rustic forms can be seen in all of her designs. Nancy's works reflects a love for nature, where she finds inspiration in the beauty that surrounds us. "Every natural finding I have casted is discovered by me usually not too far from home in the rural countryside. Once I find that perfect object with beautiful shapes and texture, I bring it back to my studio and figure out how I can transform it into a simple, feminine and rustic chic piece of jewelry." Every one of Nancy's pieces is hand-assembled in her studio in West Virginia. See
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Q and A
When our community voted on this product, some also shared comments - read them below:
822 votes * 103 comments
Cassie, UncommonGoods Community Moderator
Nancy Nelson's pretty pine cone is a lovely little reminder to celebrate nature and appreciate the the small things while looking at the big picture. What do you love about this handmade design?
Haley
Vote: Thumbs up!
Love the unexpected blue on the pinecone. Very nice piece.
Tishima
Vote: Thumbs down!
What the heck is this suppose to be? Yes, it's a necklace but of what?
Pamela
Love the pinecone, but the chain needs to be more simple. As it is, the chain pulls your eye away from the pinecone, which should be the focus.
Lynne
I love pinecones and the blue is a nice color with the brass.
Kristin
Vote: Thumbs down!
This just isn't for me. It looks a little to "homemade" for my tastes.
Liesle
Vote: Thumbs down!
Blue? No. Maybe white or sparkly like snow...
Paige
I love this idea but wish the chain was longer to wear loosely and for the pine cone to dangle more - like 36" - I know that is more $ though but I think it would make the difference in me buying it or not.
Christine
Vote: Thumbs down!
I think it's really tastefully done and the patina on the pine one makes it a bit different. Love it!
Hanna
Aww I love this! I love the little details on the chain. I can already think of people I would gift this too, like my roommate who loves hiking (and being girly)!
Amy
Vote: Thumbs up!
I think it's lovely but a little too bleh...a trio of dangling acorns would give this movement and more interest...or maybe some other seed charms...all could be cast from real seeds, too. Matching earrings?
Meghan
Vote: Thumbs down!
It looks like an old penny, like copper that gets the blue tarnish on it.
Debbie
Very unique with the dipped blue edges. So natural and feminine. Love it!
lee
Vote: Thumbs up!
Beautiful! Love how the chain dresses the pinecone up.
Lynette
Vote: Thumbs up!
Love it as it is!
anita
Vote: Thumbs up!
very cute. would wear it. or buy it for someone.
Cathy
Vote: Thumbs up!
Would definitely wear this on a crisp Fall Day
Ellen
Vote: Thumbs down!
The chain doesn't seem to be attached symmetrically to the pine cone.
Rachel
Vote: Thumbs up!
I don't even wear gold, but I would wear this!
Carolyn
Vote: Thumbs up!
Cute! Very different!
Violet
Vote: Thumbs up!
Love it. My kids have always been drawn to pinecones and picking them up. Would be a lovely little token to remind me of their younger years.
Christa
Vote: Thumbs up!
I love this! It's a real pine cone! It all depends on pricing though.
Terry
Vote: Thumbs down!
Appears well made and appropiate for an individual with taste in that direction.
Kate
Vote: Thumbs up!
So simple yet elegant and beautiful! I too love the blue touches. Rustic and unique.
Rex
looks like junk
Jodie
Vote: Thumbs up!
absolutely digging on this piece!
Ami
Vote: Thumbs up!
I love the combo.
Donna Kay
Vote: Thumbs down!
I am 60 years old with a fat neck. I love this, but would need a 20-22 inch chain.
Sharon
Vote: Thumbs up!
I like it..small and cute..not gaudy
Whitney
Vote: Thumbs up!
Love it!
MK
Vote: Thumbs up!
I love the blue-tipped pinecone. I would love a little acorn pendant too.
Kathy
Vote: Thumbs down!
I might buy this for a gift for a friend I know who'd like the color, just not my particular style for myself.
pinecone
Vote: Thumbs down!
i like it but not the blue paint part
Megan
Vote: Thumbs up!
I'd like it better in a silver finish. But I like the blue.
Connie
Vote: Thumbs up!
I need this necklace. Very unique, I love it.
Chris
Vote: Thumbs down!
not attractive to me
Patti
Vote: Thumbs down!
Looks like a project to do with kids on a snow day
Megan
Vote: Thumbs up!
Lovely!
Janey
Vote: Thumbs up!
Love the pinecone!
Diane
Vote: Thumbs up!
I love it!! Would love it in silver too!
Sarah
Vote: Thumbs up!
Just love these designs straight from nature!
Karoline
Love this - and would buy it. I think it could be on a longer chain (maybe adjustable to 20" - thinking turtlenecks/cool weather). Like the chain-kinda rustic/natural/outdoorsy.
Megan
Vote: Thumbs up!
This is adorable and totally my style. I would love to buy this.
cathy
Vote: Thumbs up!
Love the necklace just as it is. Pretty simple and charming.
Gloria
Vote: Thumbs down!
better without the blue. Plain silver would be "purer," more in keeping with the pinecone.
Rachel
Vote: Thumbs down!
This piece looks a little too homemade for my taste.
Karen
Vote: Thumbs up!
very unique
Marla
Vote: Thumbs down!
Not being an outdoorsy type person, this does not speak to me, plus to my eye, it's just not pretty
Catherine
Vote: Thumbs up!
Love it!!
Carol
Vote: Thumbs down!
Not understanding the blue. I believe a longer chain would work better with this type of pendant.
Barbara
The blue is different, making it wearable throughout the year, as well as for the Christmas holidays.
theresa
Vote: Thumbs up!
i like it,alot
Arlena
It doesn't measure up to your other products. It looks like it's been thrown together, without much thought, just to be making something.
Barbara
Vote: Thumbs up!
It would be cute as a braclet too
Christen
Vote: Thumbs up!
Love it - wish it had a longer chain.
Pamela
Vote: Thumbs up!
I love when I see things that would make a perfect gift for someone. This would be perfect for my step mother but, how much would you price it for?
Jacqueline
Vote: Thumbs down!
I agree with the comment about the chain. It really overpowers the teensy pinecone pendant. With a smaller, more "delicate" chain, it would look more appealing. I do think it's a lovely idea, though.
patricia
Vote: Thumbs up!
Please!!!!!!!
Karen
Vote: Thumbs up!
I want to purchase this as soon as it comes available.
Jackie
Vote: Thumbs up!
I love the pinecone design in jewelry. This is just beautiful and the blue is great as white would have been a bit Christmas-like.
Kathy
Vote: Thumbs down!
I do not care for the chain with this necklace at all. It is very cheap in appearance compared to the pinecone.
Elizabeth
Vote: Thumbs up!
This is beautiful, and looks so real! Where I grew up, pinecones developed a patina, giving them a blueish tinge, just like this. It makes me happy.
Kim
Vote: Thumbs down!
This does not appeal to me at all. Reminds me of a craft fair..
Linda
Vote: Thumbs up!
Very very nice. Like it a lot
Patricia
Vote: Thumbs down!
I just think it is ugly.
Heather
Very cute. Great winder piece.
Giselle
Vote: Thumbs up!
It's cute and I love the chain.
Angela
Vote: Thumbs up!
I just love it!
Georgie
Vote: Thumbs up!
I want!
Angela
Vote: Thumbs up!
I think this is so cute!
Stuart
Vote: Thumbs down!
I like natural things to stay natural. I would want it without the blue.
Danielle
Vote: Thumbs down!
I like the blue but not the cone.
Abby
Vote: Thumbs up!
I really want this! So special.
Kris
Vote: Thumbs down!
Would love it in sterling.
carol
Vote: Thumbs up!
depends on the price and I'd rather see it on a silver colored chain.
Alisha
Vote: Thumbs up!
I LOVE this! I do wish the chain was longer and it would be nice if it was offered in a white as well for the winter season, but I would buy this in blue and white. I seriously love pinecones!
Bethina
Vote: Thumbs down!
Didn't we make these at summer camp?
Francesca
I really love the pinecone, not so much the chain thoguh
Gwen
Vote: Thumbs down!
I am not fond of the blue paint. I like the pinecone, but the paint looks like something my 5 year old niece would have done.
Carrie
Vote: Thumbs down!
This looks like it would be uncomfortable.
Cassie, UncommonGoods Community Moderator
Thanks for the feedback, everyone! Just to clarify--this necklace is not made from an actual pine cone. It is cast from a real pine cone, but the pendant itself is made of brass. The blue is a patina on the brass, which is sealed with a clear sealant to prevent it from rubbing off.
Kathleen
Vote: Thumbs down!
I like the shape and gold, but the blue/green color is odd and looks poorly applied.
Elizabeth
Vote: Thumbs up!
I think it's beautiful!
Maddy
Vote: Thumbs up!
Maybe a different chain.
Barbara F
Vote: Thumbs up!
From the "land of the long-leaf pine," I love to wear and give symbols--and the pinecone speaks volumes--especially to me. If for no other reason, this gets a thumbs-up from me!
jodie
Vote: Thumbs down!
Thinking that this is kinda weird, but I do really like the chain!
Christine
Vote: Thumbs up!
Love this!
Jennifer
Vote: Thumbs down!
The chain is beautiful, but the painted blue looks cheap.
Jessica
Vote: Thumbs up!
It needs a different, more simpler chain...definetly.
Eileen
Vote: Thumbs down!
If it looks like something my kids could make, I probably won't spend money on it. Just saying.
Laura
Vote: Thumbs up!
Cute, colorful. Would hope it's delicate and small.
SUSAN
Vote: Thumbs down!
Looks unfinished. Chain is distracting. Don't like the way the chain appears to be attached to the pendant.
Anita
Vote: Thumbs down!
Not my style.
Cheryl
Vote: Thumbs down!
I do prefer the gold to silver, but this is just not my style
Carolyn
Vote: Thumbs up!
Different!
Catherine
Vote: Thumbs up!
Nothing that I don't love about this necklace!
Dusty
Vote: Thumbs up!
Great for winter!
Keely
Vote: Thumbs up!
Chain could be better but love love love the pine cone!
ronette
Vote: Thumbs down!
Are u serious????
Christine
Really nice pendant!
Lindsay
Love this!
Carol
Vote: Thumbs down!
The Chain is too short for the bulk of the pine cone and is too busy to display the pine cone. And blue on a pine cone just isn't natural.
Tammy
Vote: Thumbs up!
Beautiful!