Hawthorn Branch Big Victorian Necklace

This hawthorn branch necklace is a celebration of one of my favorite trees. There's so much folklore around hawthorn, as a protector of the heart, and it bringing bad luck to those who chop one down. Much like a rose, these trees have gorgeous blossoms and equally prickly thorns. I like this necklace as a talisman for extra protection for sensitive open hearts. The branches are cast in silver from a wax I carved. The stone is a gorgeous green and blue rosecut labradorite.  The chain is also sterling silver with a black patina and a sturdy lobster clasp. The chain in the photo is 18".