Big rock

Jewelry is a way to creatively express the values of both the wearer and the maker. In this piece, the overscaled gemstone might comment on overt displays of wealth, reference hip-hop culture, or simply show an attraction to the beautiful rocks of this planet. My primary reason for making it was to wear this giant quartz. It looks best at a cocktail party as it dangles nicely from the wrist while holding a drink. Depending on the audience, the bracelet might spark a conversation or just as quickly shut one down. In that way, it proves useful when meeting new people. Their reaction to it is a barometer of culture and values which is helpful for me because, being naïve, I too often misread clues others seem to understand.