Animal Shape Pendants in Sterling Silver  

Natural Stone Creatures Set in .925 Silver Settings

Stone carvers select materials based on each animal's characteristics. Malachite, with its green banding and 3.5-4 Mohs hardness, suits frogs and turtles. Black onyx works well for panthers and ravens. Labradorite, sourced primarily from Madagascar and Finland, shows the flash of color that brings owl and wolf carvings to life. Harder stones like amethyst and citrine at 7 Mohs allow for finer detail in smaller creatures. Our silversmiths in Taxco, Mexico and Jaipur, India mount these carved stones in sterling silver bezels, bails, and frames. The .925 silver standard means 92.5% pure silver alloyed with copper for durability. Some pendants feature articulated parts or mixed stone inlays where multiple materials create realistic coloring. A hummingbird might combine turquoise wings with a coral breast, while a fish pendant could show lapis lazuli scales against mother of pearl. SilverRush Style has shipped animal-themed jewelry since 2005. Browse by creature type or stone material to find pendants that reflect your connection to the natural world.