Carved Shape Pendants in Sterling Silver  

Natural Stone Carvings Set in .925 Silver Pendant Settings

Stone carving dates back 30,000 years, and the techniques remain labor-intensive. A lapidary selects rough material based on color distribution and structural integrity, then shapes it using diamond-tipped tools and progressive grits of silicon carbide. Softer stones like howlite and serpentine allow intricate detail work. Harder materials such as agate and jasper hold sharp edges but demand more grinding time. The finished carving gets mounted in a sterling silver bail or bezel that protects the stone while letting light interact with its surface. Our carved pendants arrive from workshops in Bali, India, and Mexico where regional traditions influence design choices. Balinese carvers favor animal motifs—owls, elephants, sea turtles. Indian artisans often produce goddess figures and lotus shapes. Mexican workshops specialize in obsidian carvings with pre-Columbian influences. Every pendant ships with the stone type identified so you know what you are wearing. Browse the full collection to find carved shapes that match your interests. Filter by stone type, price range, or carving subject to narrow 28,523 options to the piece that fits your style.