Rackk & Ruin
Hydra Choker
Hydra Choker
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Baroque coin pearls rest gracefully along the collarbone, spaced by sections of 14k gold fill Figaro chain. Named after the many-headed creature of Greek mythology, this necklace mirrors that concept with multiple focal points, each pearl serving as both a pendant and an integral link in the chain. Together, they form a harmonious whole, yet each pearl remains its own unique centerpiece.
Materials
Materials
Available in Gold Fill. Cultured baroque pearls.
The metals we use are recycled.
Measurements
Measurements
~16" in length
Availability
Availability
Size Guide
Size Guide
Sourcing
Sourcing
About
About
the world's oldest gemstoneJune
Pearl
Pearls are formed within the soft tissue of certain mollusks, with the rarest and most treasured being natural pearls that occur spontaneously in the wild.
Throughout history, they have inspired countless origin myths: said to be the tears of gods, droplets from the heavens, or lightning captured within an oyster shell. These legends imbued pearls with a mystical vitality, enhancing their allure.
Pearls became synonymous with decadence, their allure fueling Europe's insatiable demand. This appetite led to the overharvesting of pearl fisheries, driving them to exhaustion. In the late 1800s, as natural pearls grew scarce, Mikimoto Kōkichi pioneered the cultivation of cultured pearls—a technique that remains the foundation of pearl production today.
Pearls hardness ranges from about 2.5 to 4.5 on the Mohs scale of mineral hardness, making them relatively soft and susceptible to scratching.
Detail: Portrait of a Lady in Allegorical Guise by Pierre Mignard, 17th century
Helmet Crest for the Burgonet of Sforza Pallavicino (1519-1585) ca. 1560 - The Met Collection
Extended Holiday Returns
Items purchased through the end of 2024 will be eligible for returns until January 14th, as long as they are in unworn condition and otherwise satisfy our returns policy.
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Returns & ExchangesWe accept timely return of unworn jewelry for store credit, or a refund minus a small restocking fee.
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Jewelry Care
Learn MoreWe work with a range of metals in our studio to service a variety of styles, price points, and skin sensitivities. Explore our Metals Encyclopedia to get to know your jewelry.
I'm so happy with this purchase; the Hydra choker is beautiful, an item I know I will wear to parties and weddings, but which I also wore to work yesterday.
Amazingly beautiful