Silver Sea Turtle Buckle

Growing up on the beach, Sea Turtles imprinted upon me. At first captivated by their grace, with age I admire them more deeply. They flow with their blue world and eventually return to their nesting beach. Like myself, they explore the world and yet maintain balance, returning home. 

This piece was fabricated using a mix of modern and ancient methods. The turtle was 3D printed then significantly manipulated by hand before being used to create a silicone mold for wax injection. The traditional lost wax casting method was used to produce the silver part from recycled silverware. The belt loop of the buckle was hand forged by anvil and hammer then soldered on. 

Material: Upcycled Sterling silverware

Weighs: 2.75 oz.

Measures: 3.25" long by 2.75" wide

Max belt width: 1.25"