Axis Mundi is referring to the connection between realms that one can find at sacred spaces such as the cross roads. An as- above- so -below if you will. This piece is meant to empower the wearer in reminding them of the influence of their personal power, and the strength of their connection to the universe and spirit realm.
Obsidian is volcanic glass that is highly protective. It is sharper than glass and has been used in the past for blades, arrows and weapons, and is even sometimes used in surgical tool as it is sharper than steel. It is said to shield the wearer against negativity, ground you through your root chakra and can be helped, through meditation, to draw out mental tension and stress.
Choose large or small. These are handmade sterling silver necklaces. Engraved scroll work silver claws hold the sphere in place. An Axis of silver wire creates a cross above the cross, and twists into an infinite loop. The larger size is 2.75 in in total, the sphere measuring approx 1 inch. The smaller piece is about 1.5 in in total and the sphere is about .75 inch. While these are mostly deep black in color, the larger spheres have a silver sheen. As they are natural stones each one will be slightly different.
MTO (made to order ) pieces take 2-4 weeks to complete. I tend to get them done pretty quickly, but let me know if you are in a rush because you have an event or are giving a gift etc. I can almost always accommodate a rush order but I appreciate patient customers who let me go at my own pace. That being said I respect your time and money and i try to get these out to you ASAP.
Please keep in mind that all of these pieces are handmade. Not casted, not made by machines. I am an artist I am not Tiffanys. I embrace imperfection, asymmetry, rough texture, little dents, bumps and incidentals. Many of my one of a kind piece cannot be exactly recreated. I craft my pieces to be sturdy, wearable art. That being said, some pieces are more delicate than others. You have to use caution not to damage the pieces by getting parts caught on clothing, dropping them on hard surfaces, etc. Occasionally accidents happen and I will try to fix your piece if something breaks. Luckily this is rare.
If you are the kind of person looking for perfection, please look elsewhere. There are plenty of jewelers making shiny perfect jewelry. I offer a more handmade, natural aesthetic. I offer the very specific thing that I do. I darken my silver with sulfur and I try to keep it mostly black/gray as possible. That being said, over time your piece may lighten. Do not over polish. Silver can get wet but it’s best to remove pieces before swimming, showering and sleeping. Some stones are much stronger than others. Stones like opals, amber and labradorite are quite soft and care should be taken not to scratch them or drop them. Sapphires, rubies, agate etc are much stronger. Do a tiny bit of research to see how hard your stone is and how careful you have to be.