Silver
Silver is our most used metal. The soft, white, highly reflective element can be found in its pure form in the Earth, as an alloy with other metals, and as ore in other minerals.
Silver has been valued as a precious metal since antiquity, and evidence of humanity’s attempts to refine it date back to the 4th millennium BC.
As one of the first metals (alongside copper and gold) to be used as “money” as opposed to trade of goods, it has played a pivotal role in a myriad of cultures and sometimes commanded a higher value than gold.
It is little wonder that with silver’s widespread use throughout the world, it has acquired some very special meanings that go far beyond money.
In North African Jewish traditions such as Malki’s, silversmithing is strongly associated with protection and empowerment.
In her book A History of Art in Africa, Africanist and art historian Monica Blackmun Visonà explains that Jews possess ancient spiritual links with other African cultures, evident in that “most types of jewelry in the Maghreb were made by Jewish silversmiths, or by endogamous groups of Jewish origin.”
This notably includes indigenous African cultures such as the Berbers, who believed Jews “to have the occult abilities necessary to manipulate baraka [supernatural power] through silversmithing.”
We predominantly work with three types of responsibly sourced silver: sterling silver (925), pure silver (999), and what is sometimes referred to as “ancient silver” (i.e. silver alloys with varying ratios between silver and other metals).
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Pendant and chain: fine (pure) silver pendant, sterling silver belcher chain, 1.93 carat emerald-cut green tourmaline from Afghanistan.
Inspired by ancient architectural jewellery, the Ohad pendant features an emerald-cut green tourmaline claw-set on a high fine silver platform. The sterling silver belcher chain is robust, giving Ohad a subtle mixture of soft and hard aesthetics. A balance between weight and delicacy, structure and fluidity.
Details
Metals: responsibly-sourced Fine Silver 999 (pendant) & Sterling Silver 925 (chain)
Design Style: Minimalist, architectural
Gemstone: Green Tourmaline 1.93ct, emerald-cut, claw-setting
Artistry: Handmade one-of-a-kind
Chain: Belcher chain
Cuff bracelet: responsibly sourced and recycled sterling silver, responsibly sourced 9kt yellow gold, responsibly sourced fine silver, carnelian cabochons, marquise cut iolite.
Byzanti is a tribute to the splendour of Byzantium—a handcrafted bracelet that captures the empire’s rich aesthetic through a deep, velvety blue iolite and two radiant carnelian cabochons. These luminous stones are set in a striking blend of responsibly sourced sterling silver and 9kt yellow gold, offering a beautiful interplay of warmth and brilliance.
Inspired by the grandeur of Byzantine artistry, this piece echoes an era where gold and ornamentation carried spiritual weight, and gemstones spoke of power and presence. The inky iolite evokes the mystery of the deepest night, while the glowing carnelians and gold suggest the promise of dawn—together, a quiet homage to nature’s eternal rhythms and timeless beauty.
Bracelet inner diameter: 5.5cm (2.16 inch). This bracelet is made to fit a small size wrist (women) and can be adjusted to a medium size upon request (free of charge).
Brooch: responsibly sourced 9 karat yellow gold, responsibly sourced sterling silver, heat coloured titanium, Brazilian heliodor (yellow beryl).
While wheat holds great cultural significance for many ancient civilisations, as well as modern empires and nation-states, this life-sustaining plant is native to the Middle East and is nowhere more deeply woven into the fabric of peoplehood than in this region. For Jews, it is difficult to overstate the fundamental role wheat has played in our formation as a people.
Wheat appears in the Torah (the original and foundational version of the Bible) from the very beginning, featuring in the book of Bereshit (Genesis) in the stories of Adam and Chava (Eve) and Yosef (Joseph). It is also one of the Seven Species (Shivat Ha’Minim)—a group of plants mentioned in Dvarim (Deuteronomy) as divine blessings of the Land of Israel. Alongside figs, barley, grapes, pomegranates, olives, and dates, wheat was a staple of the ancient Israelite diet and played a central role in daily life and religious rituals—an importance that continues to this day.
In Judaism, wheat is far more than just a food source—it is a symbol of sustenance, wisdom, divine blessing, and spiritual refinement, deeply intertwined with Jewish history, law, and mysticism.
Dimensions: 9.5 × 13.5cm (approximately 3.74 × 5.31 inches).
*Please note that the titanium pin that fastens this brooch is 1.5mm thick and therefore works best on looser woven fabrics.
Cuff Bracelet: responsibly sourced sterling silver, patinated copper (varnished), ethically sourced 6.37ct Brazilian lemon quartz (concave cushion-cut).
Path to Alon is a one-of-a-kind cuff bracelet inspired by the Arava Desert landscape that stretches between the Dead Sea, the lowest land elevation on Earth, and the Red Sea to the south. This desert runs along the Jordan Rift Valley that separates the African and Arabian tectonic plates. Growing up in this place, Path to Alon recalls the colourful rocky ridges that flank the narrow rift valley on both sides, the dried riverbeds that occasionally flood powerfully, and the unspeakable beauty of this part of the world.
The engraving and richly coloured patina of the bracelet’s copper body has been varnished to prevent the colour from changing and exposure to the skin. A thick outline of sterling silver solidifies the structure of the cuff and lends it light, while the stunning concave cut lemon quartz rises like a crown above the main body of the bracelet.
This piece was selected for artisan Collects (2022), a collaborative initiative between Malki Studio and artisan Gallery that invited collectors to explore jewellery as an art form. For more information, please click here.
Made to fit a medium to large sized wrist (reasonably adjustable).
Ring: responsibly sourced 18kt yellow gold, responsibly sourced sterling silver, responsibly sourced fine silver, heat coloured titanium, ruby, cultured freshwater pearl.
A tribute to the splendour of Byzantium, Byzanti is a handcrafted ring featuring a beautiful pinkish-red ruby, a cultured freshwater pearl, and heat coloured titanium. These luminous elements are set against a blend of 18kt yellow gold with responsibly sourced sterling silver, creating a harmonious contrast of warmth and brilliance.
Drawing from Byzantine artistry, this piece embodies the empire’s opulence—where gold flowed like sunlight, pearls symbolised purity and prestige, and richly coloured gemstones conveyed power. The ruby’s deep pinkish-red accentuates the ring’s historic ties to wealth and devotion.
Ring size: N (6 3/4). See our Sizing Guide.
Statement Stud Earrings: responsibly sourced sterling silver.
The Ionic earrings are part of the Ancient Tomorrow Collection that seeks to merge the past, present, and future while investigating the physical and metaphysical essence of jewellery. It makes use of jewellery’s ability to negotiate meaning, record history, act as a mediator and become an object of deep emotional investment.
Ancient Tomorrow pieces are inspired by ancient cultures, architecture, history and heritage. The Ionic earrings’ design has been influenced by Ancient Greek Ionic columns which feature spiral, scroll-like ornaments at their capital.
These earrings come with extra large (9mm diameter) flower butterfly earring backs dedicated to support larger earrings.
The Ionic earrings were featured in Precious Aid, a charity auction benefiting IsraAid and Magen David Adom in the wake of the October 7th massacres in Israel in 2023. The auction was facilitated by Farber Auction House in New Jersey, USA.
Dimensions: 4.3 cm x 2.3 cm x 0.4 cm (excluding the stud post)
Brooch: responsibly sourced sterling silver, heat coloured titanium, ethically sourced 4.46 carat white topaz from Mount Surprise, Queensland.
The fig tree is one of the first plants mentioned in Bereshit (Genesis) in the Torah, when its leaves were used by Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden to clothe themselves immediately after eating of the Tree of Knowledge (suggesting that perhaps the Tree of Knowledge was a fig tree). Fig trees are also one of the Seven Species—a group of edible plants mentioned in the book of Dvarim as natural endowments of the land of Israel. Alongside wheat, barley, grapes, pomegranates, olives, and dates, the fig was considered by the Ancient Jewish Kingdoms and the Israelites as staples of their diet. The first fruits of the Seven Species were also used as offerings traditionally given to the Jewish Temple in Jerusalem by worshippers—the wood of the fig tree serving as fuel for the Temple’s Eternal Flame. In the Ancient Jewish holiday of Tu Be’Shvat, also known as the New Year for Trees, dried figs are traditionally eaten as part of the celebration.
These are but some of the significances of the fig tree to the Jewish people. That the native species of the Levant are so enmeshed within the foundation of Jews as an ethnoreligious group speaks strongly to our connection to the land of Israel. This brooch is an homage to that connection.
Eden was exhibited as part of the Intimate Worlds exhibition at NorthSite Contemporary Arts in Cairns. Occurring between August and October in 2024, the exhibition “is about celebrating materiality and process. The artists featured in ‘Intimate Worlds’ have a profound respect for their materials, and their work reflects a deep curiosity and dedication to their craft.”
Dimensions: 15.5 × 11cm (approximately 6.10 × 4.33 inches).
*Please note that the titanium pin that fastens this brooch is 1.5mm thick and therefore works best on looser woven fabrics.
Brooch: responsibly sourced 18 karat gold, responsibly sourced sterling silver, heat coloured titanium, responsibly sourced fine silver, ethically sourced 2.4 carat London blue topaz from Brazil.
The Nova brooch was made in response to the October 7th massacres that occurred in Israel, in particular the Nova Music Festival. Nova takes the form of a flower, a purple variant of the poppy anemone which is native to the Mediterranean region which includes Israel. The poppy anemone is Israel’s favourite flower, the red variant being Israel’s national flower. Following the massacre at the Nova Music Festival, the Israeli community has created individual memorials for those who were murdered, including planting flowers that honour the dead. Not surprisingly, a favourite among these has been the poppy anemone, or Kalanit (in Hebrew).
Malki Studio has created this brooch to express the ongoing grief of Jewish and Israeli people, and offer it as a solemn example of our people’s deep connection to our land, culture, history, religion, and each other.
Nova was exhibited as part of the Intimate Worlds exhibition at NorthSite Contemporary Arts in Cairns. Occurring between August and October in 2024, the exhibition “is about celebrating materiality and process. The artists featured in ‘Intimate Worlds’ have a profound respect for their materials, and their work reflects a deep curiosity and dedication to their craft.”
Brooch dimensions: approximately 7cm x 7.5cm x 3.5cm.
*Please note that the titanium pin that fastens this brooch is 1.5mm thick and therefore works best on looser woven fabrics.
Ring: responsibly sourced and recycled sterling silver, 0.8 carat pink tourmaline.
This Renaissance-inspired ring centres on the idea of sweetness as an outward projection of hope and resilience. Here, sweetness is rooted in the sugary pink hue of the tourmaline gemstone, which crowns the architectural, temple-like structure of the setting. Associated with compassion, healing, and self-love, pink tourmaline symbolises a vital, reverent, and deeply desirable softness—a kind of vulnerability. As a gesture of elevation and respect, the structural silverwork clings to the stone’s sweetness with outstretched arms—the claws—holding it close, protecting it from corruption.
Size: N (US size 6). See our Sizing Guide.
*Please note that this size is approximate due to the flat inner profile of the ring.
Ring: responsibly sourced sterling silver.
This unique ring is part of our Ancient Tomorrow Collection. It combines ancient and contemporary aesthetics through the fusion of ornate silver casting and minimalist fabrication techniques. The piece is inspired by antique European Jewish wedding rings, which (in contrast to other Jewish traditions) were often shaped as buildings with a cupola to represent the ruined Jewish Temple, the synagogue, and as a symbol of the marital home.
This piece was selected for artisan Collects (2022), a collaborative initiative between Malki Studio and artisan Gallery that invited collectors to explore jewellery as an art form. For more information, please click here.
Size: (resizable) Z +1 1/2 (13.25). See our Sizing Guide.
Dimensions: 2.6cm x 4.7cm x 2.3cm.
Necklace: responsibly sourced 18kt yellow gold, responsibly sourced 14kt yellow gold beads, responsibly sourced sterling silver, 8.17 carat pinkish-purple Brazilian tourmaline, ruby bead, cultured freshwater pearls.
A tribute to the splendour of Byzantium, Byzanti is a handcrafted necklace featuring an 8.17ct pinkish-purple Brazilian tourmaline, cultured freshwater pearls, and a single ruby bead. These luminous elements are set against a blend of 18kt and 14kt yellow gold with responsibly sourced sterling silver, creating a harmonious contrast of warmth and brilliance.
Drawing from Byzantine artistry, this piece embodies the empire’s opulence—where gold flowed like sunlight, pearls symbolised purity and prestige, and richly coloured gemstones conveyed power. The tourmaline’s regal hue evokes the famed imperial purple, while the ruby’s deep pinkish-red accentuates its historic ties to wealth and devotion.
Statement Stud Earrings: responsibly sourced sterling silver.
This unique and handmade pair of earrings comes from our Ancient Tomorrow Collection. The solid silver earrings are substantial statement pieces—wearable, elegant, and pair with almost anything. The earrings were cast using the lost wax casting method with sterling silver posts and sterling silver butterfly backs.
This piece was selected for artisan Collects (2022), a collaborative initiative between Malki Studio and artisan Gallery that invited collectors to explore jewellery as an art form. For more information, please click here.
Ancient Tomorrow III was also exhibited as part of the Intimate Worlds exhibition at NorthSite Contemporary Arts in Cairns. Occurring between August and October in 2024, the exhibition “is about celebrating materiality and process. The artists featured in ‘Intimate Worlds’ have a profound respect for their materials, and their work reflects a deep curiosity and dedication to their craft.”
Dimensions: 2.2 cm x 3.8 cm x 1.1 cm
*This piece has been sold. If you would like something similar, please contact us to start a custom order. Together, we’ll create something just for you!
Stud Earrings: responsibly sourced sterling silver.
In many ancient traditions bread was made from the newly harvested grains and brought to the temple as offerings alongside the first fruits of the harvest. Wheat became a symbol for generosity and plenty, used as a motif in many cultures.
Each Feast of Weeks earring feature three geometric wheat ears (also known as wheat heads or spikes) which are elegantly layered and curved around the earlobe.
Statement Stud Earrings: responsibly sourced sterling silver.
Ancient Tomorrow VII comes from our Ancient Tomorrow Collection. It is a pair of solid sterling silver statement stud earrings defined by presence and architectural form. Decorative details are balanced with strong structural lines, referencing antiquity while remaining distinctly contemporary. Cast in responsibly sourced 925 sterling silver, the piece carries both material integrity and visual strength.
Handmade using the lost-wax casting technique, this is a one-of-a-kind piece. Subtle surface variation and form reflect the nature of the process and the hand of the maker.
Designed for a confident wearer who values individuality and intention, these earrings are conceived as lasting objects — sculptural, grounded, and expressive.
This piece was selected for artisan Collects (2022), a collaborative initiative between Malki Studio and artisan Gallery that invited collectors to explore jewellery as an art form. Ancient Tomorrow VII was also featured in the prestigious 2023 Mayo Festival — an invitation-only showcase honouring the pioneering Australian sculptor Daphne Mayo (1895–1982). In 2021, it was selected as a finalist in the 3D Cast section of the Stanthorpe Art Prize.
Details
Material: Responsibly sourced 925 sterling silver
Technique: Handmade using the lost-wax casting technique
Closure: Sterling silver posts with butterfly backs
Finish: Polished
Exhibition history: Featured in the Mayo Festival (2023); artisan Collects (2022); finalist in the 3D Cast category, Stanthorpe Art Prize (2021)
Dimensions: 2.5 cm × 5.1 cm × 1.2 cm (each)
Necklace: black and white clay, responsibly sourced 14 karat yellow gold beads, silk cord, responsibly sourced sterling silver, responsibly sourced fine silver. Orca necklace 2 includes a lapis lazuli bead.
Part of the Basalt Collection, these necklaces are a quiet tribute to the land shaped by volcanic forces in the Bundaberg region. Crafted from a blend of black and white clay, the unique marbled patterns that run through each necklace are not applied, but revealed—formed naturally as the clays are worked together by hand. The surface is smooth and cool to the touch—shaped by hand and hardened through firing.
The interplay of light and dark in the clay reflects the shifting tones of the natural world—stones, shadows, bone, and ash—drawing subtle inspiration from the animal kingdom. Each necklace is finished with 14kt gold beads, sterling and fine silver closures, and a pure silk cord, combining organic form with refined details.
Grounded yet bold, the Orca necklaces speak of endurance, of place, and of the intimate connection between the body and the land. They carry the memory of the earth.
Approximate length: 50cm
Pendant and chain: recycled sterling silver, responsibly sourced sterling silver and fine silver, responsibly sourced 9kt and 14kt gold, malachite cabochon, peridot beads, sterling silver chain.
The evil eye is a motif shared by many cultures around the Mediterranean Sea and predates the monotheistic religions (Judaism, Christianity, and Islam). It has nevertheless been incorporated and adapted into the mystic traditions of these religions and thus remains a dominant motif shared by most cultures in the Mediterranean.
Approached from a Jewish, North African perspective, this pendant is intended as an offer of empathy and protection to its wearer, acting as a sentinel and witness to one’s hardships.
Chain length: 70cm.
Pendant dimensions: 4cm x 6cm x 1cm.
Pendant weight: 12.9 grams.
Fibula (Brooch/Pin): responsibly sourced and recycled sterling silver, lapis lazuli, cultured freshwater pearls.
Fibulae are brooches or pins that were developed in the late Bronze Age (approximately 1200BCE) as a way of fastening clothes. Although they have largely been replaced by inventions such as buttons, zippers, and Velcro, fibulae are beautiful objects that can look as contemporary today as they did a few thousand years ago. This fibula is a relatively paired back example of the types of fibulae often seen in North African cultures, and features a stunningly blue lapis lazuli cabochon and richly coloured cultured freshwater pearls set with responsibly sourced and recycled sterling silver.
This piece was selected for artisan Collects (2022), a collaborative initiative between Malki Studio and artisan Gallery that invited collectors to explore jewellery as an art form. For more information, please click here.
Dimension: 2.8cm x 6cm x 0.9cm.
Brooch and fibula: responsibly sourced sterling silver, heat coloured titanium, emerald cut 12.78 carat Bolivian amethyst, carnelian cabochon, acrylic paint on linen, varnish, sterling silver chain.
Karti is essentially composed of two pins which are attached through a chain. Its name is a reference to one of the prayers and symbols of the Jewish New Year (Rosh Hashana), which represents divine protection from the malevolent forces that threaten the Jewish people.
Karti was made in the immediate aftermath of the October 7 massacres in Israel, and speaks especially of the strength of Jewish women.
Its design cites the traditional jewellery produced and worn by Jews in North Africa prior to our ethnic cleansing in the middle of the 20th Century. Traditionally, Jewish women would have worn two fibula brooches—one on each shoulder—which fastened garments. A chain traditionally connected between the brooches and suspended beads or other ornaments with various symbolic meanings.
In Karti, the fibula takes the form of an inverted Menorah, an ancient symbol of Jewish continuity, set with a carnelian cabochon, carnelian being a traditional material used throughout the Middle East and North Africa. Meanwhile, the titanium and silver brooch is shaped like an oversized olive leaf, representing the Jewish connection to the land of Israel as well as peace. The Bolivian amethyst on this brooch was set upside down, enabling the pavilion facets to fracture and multiply the miniature portrait (painted by hand using acrylic paint on linen) that is set behind the gem. The portrait allegorically depicts Jewish women, with facial features drawn from multiple images of female members of our family as well as Anne Frank and Golda Meir.
Karti was exhibited as part of the Intimate Worlds exhibition at NorthSite Contemporary Arts in Cairns. Occurring between August and October in 2024, the exhibition “is about celebrating materiality and process. The artists featured in ‘Intimate Worlds’ have a profound respect for their materials, and their work reflects a deep curiosity and dedication to their craft.” The work was similarly exhibited as a response exhibition to the Phantom superhero comic in 2023 in the Bundaberg Regional Art Gallery as part of the Phantom Response exhibition.
Adam also published a magazine article which included text and images of his work, including Karti, in Yad Mizrah Magazine. Click here to view the article.
Approximate dimensions:
Olive leaf brooch: 18cm x 6cm.
Fibula: 8.5cm x 4cm.
Chain length: 22cm.
*This piece has been sold. If you would like something similar, please contact us to start a custom order. Together, we’ll create something just for you!
Stud Earrings: responsibly sourced sterling silver and emerald cut citrines.
The date palm is a frequently honoured symbol that has long been a sign of prosperity in the Middle East. It appears in the religious text of Judaism, Christianity and Islam. To the Greeks and Romans it symbolised victory and to the Egyptians fertility. The stylized date palm’s design used in these bright and graceful earrings is inspired by the Half Shekel coin of the Jewish Commonwealth 69-70 CE (minted during the First Revolt ) which depicts a palm tree flanked by two harvest baskets.
Pendant and chain: Australian white opal, responsibly sourced sterling silver, responsibly sourced fine silver, sterling silver chain.
This pendant was especially created for display in the Bundaberg Regional Art Gallery’s shop for the Linda Jackson: Opal exhibition. A retrospective exhibition of Linda Jackson’s “opal era,” this exhibition features a vivid collection of the famous Australian fashion designer’s iconic and colourful garments and textiles from the late 1970’s to the present.
Cuff Bracelet: responsibly sourced and recycled sterling silver and 9kt gold, cultured freshwater pearls.
Cruel is a one-of-a-kind, hand-fabricated cuff bracelet forged from reclaimed sterling silver and finished with quiet, deliberate strength. Its face — a hammered and engraved silver “coin” bearing a stark profile — reflects the clarity that comes from looking directly at the world. The twisted band, accented with warm 9ct gold granules and ending in two luminous blue-green freshwater pearls, offers a counterpoint: fortification, grace, and the steadying weight of beauty.
Designed as a modern talisman, Cruel carries the idea that endurance is not a passive state but a chosen posture — a way of holding oneself upright through difficulty. Its wearer is invited into that posture: poised, grounded, and quietly empowered.
This piece was featured in the prestigious 2023 Mayo Festival at St Margaret’s Anglican Girls’ School, Brisbane — an invitation-only showcase honouring alumna Daphne Mayo (1895–1982), the groundbreaking Australian sculptor whose work, including the monumental Brisbane City Hall tympanum, helped usher Australian public art into the modern era. It was also selected for artisan Collects (2022), a collaborative initiative between Malki Studio and artisan Gallery that invited collectors to explore jewellery as an art form. For more information, please click here.
Fits a medium to large wrist.
Stud Earrings: responsibly sourced sterling silver.
This one-of-a-kind pair of earrings comes from our Ancient Tomorrow Collection. Inspired by beautifully adorned ancient scrolls, these earrings are substantial statement pieces—wearable, elegant, and pair with almost anything. The earrings were cast using the lost wax casting method with sterling silver posts and sterling silver butterfly backs.
Ancient Tomorrow II was featured in an empowering jewellery showcase for International Women’s Day (2022), the theme of which was Break the Bias. This piece was also selected for artisan Collects (2022), a collaborative initiative between Malki Studio and artisan Gallery that invited collectors to explore jewellery as an art form. For more information, please click here.
Dimensions: 1.8 cm x 1.5 cm x 1.1 cm
Statement Ring: responsibly sourced sterling silver.
This one-of-a-kind ring is part of our Ancient Tomorrow Collection. The Meandros (also known as the Greek Key) is a motif that frequently appears in Ancient Greek and Roman architecture and imagery. Its name is derived from the meandering (the twisting and turning) of the Maeander River, symbolising infinity and the eternal flow of the cosmos. Hidden inside this ancient architecture inspired ring, the Meandros comes into direct contact with your skin, an intimate secret luxury shared only by the wearer, the ring, and history.
This piece was selected for artisan Collects (2022), a collaborative initiative between Malki Studio and artisan Gallery that invited collectors to explore jewellery as an art form. For more information, please click here.
Size: O 1/2 (7.5). See our Sizing Guide.
Dimensions: 2.9cm x 2.6cm x 0.8cm.
Statement Stud Earrings: recycled sterling silver, one agora coins from Israel [discontinued] 1967 and 1968.
Keystones generally refer to the final, wedge-shaped stones laid at the top of architectural arches through which the weight of these structures is evenly distributed. A keystone is therefore ‘key’ to the structural integrity of the arch - arches being most commonly used as portals between spaces (for instance, as doorways or windows). It can therefore be said that keystones represent the most integral parts of transitional and transformational spaces, they literally and figuratively stand at the interface between spaces.
In these earrings Malki Studio has hammered silver beyond its elastic limits, causing cracks and rough edges to appear on the surface of the metal. These “ruined” keystones hold within them discontinued one agora coins from Israel from 1967 and 1968, citing the myriad ancient and contemporary processes of transformation that Jews and Israelis have lived through. Each of the coins depicts wheat, a ‘key’ plant species native to the Middle East that has an enduring significance as a symbol of prosperity inextricably linked with several cultural and religious traditions in these lands.
Dimensions: approximately 5 cm x 4 cm x 1.6 cm
*Please note: these are large but lightweight earrings and come with large earring backs to assist with comfortable wear.
Necklace: responsibly sourced sterling silver, glazed black ceramic, cultured freshwater pearls, ethically sourced 2.4ct golden labradorite from Springsure, QLD.
Inspired by our exquisite subtropical coastline, the Secluded necklace is another lovingly constructed piece from our Basalt Collection. This necklace pays tribute to our precious shoreline, with hope that it remains secluded, pristine, and protected for decades to come. The ceramic and metal components of this necklace were all handmade in Bargara by Malki Studio artist Ariella Anderson. The stunning and highly dispersive 2.4 carat golden labradorite was ethically sourced by a local couple, Irvine and Maureen, who fossicked the rough stone from Springsure and beautifully faceted the stone by themselves.
The length of this necklace is adjustable from 49cm to 58cm.
Ring: responsibly sourced sterling silver and 9kt gold, copper, ceramic, ethically sourced Brazilian moonstone, tiger eye.
This sculptural ring comes from The Mourning Rings Collection. As the name suggests, this ring is intended to invoke a representation of deep and dark water at night, when illumination is provided only by the moon and stars. This brooding place is a profoundly ambivalent gateway to deep thoughts and feelings. The oxidised silver “wall” separates the inside of the ring from the outside like a mountainous ridge around a lake. The ring can therefore be worn in accordance with the wearer’s desire to engage with the ring’s conceptual intent.
The Black Lake was exhibited as a part of the Flow exhibition in the Brisbane Institute of Art. The exhibition, which occurred in 2023, was a members exhibition of the Jewellery and Metalsmiths Group of Queensland (JMGQ). It was also selected for artisan Collects (2022), a collaborative initiative between Malki Studio and artisan Gallery that invited collectors to explore jewellery as an art form. For more information, please click here.
Size: Q 1/2 (8.5). See our Sizing Guide.
Dimensions: 3.1cm x 4.1cm x 2.6cm.
Hook Earrings: responsibly sourced sterling silver, cultured freshwater pearls, glazed black clay.
The Secluded earrings were directly inspired by our exquisite coastline as a part of our Basalt Collection. The ceramic and metal components of these earrings were handmade in Bargara by Malki Studio artist Ariella Anderson. We’ve also paired these earrings with gorgeous pinkish pearls that add luminosity and the warmer tones we see in our twilight skies. While made as a pair, these earrings look equally beautiful when worn separately (in emphasis of the ceramic pieces’ unique form).
Length: approximately 7cm
Necklace: responsibly sourced sterling silver, heat coloured titanium (hook), 10.41 carat ethically sourced Brazilian lavender quartz (concave octagon-cut), 29.75 carat Brazilian lavender quartz pair (pear-cut), dark freshwater pearl, tumbled rose quartz and chevron amethyst beads.
Feminine power and ancient opulence combined, the Ester necklace is titled after Queen Ester, the Jewish queen of Ancient Persia. Queen Ester (Latinized ‘Esther’) is the main character in the story around which the Jewish festival of Purim is based, and stands as a testament to the civilizational alliance between the people of Israel and the people of Persia (modern-day Iran).
This piece captures a sense of regal history, blending raw, tumbled stones with precision-cut gems. The soft hues of rose and lavender quartz are balanced by the deep, rhythmic patterns of chevron amethyst and the inclusion of a dark freshwater pearl, creating a silhouette that feels both ancient and contemporary.
At its centre, a magnificent 10.41 carat Brazilian lavender quartz is claw-set, its concave octagon-cut designed to catch and amplify light from every angle. This is paired with a striking 29.75 carat duo of pear-cut lavender quartz, creating a layered, sculptural aesthetic worthy of its royal namesake.
Details
Artistry: Handmade, one-of-a-kind sculptural necklace
Inspiration: Queen Esther of Ancient Persia
Metals: Responsibly sourced sterling silver (925) and a heat-coloured titanium hook
Primary Gemstone: 10.41 carat ethically sourced Brazilian lavender quartz; concave octagon-cut, claw-set
Accent Gemstones: 29.75 carat (pair) Brazilian lavender quartz; pear-cut, VVS clarity
Beads: Tumbled rose quartz and chevron amethyst strands, cultured freshwater pearl