Quarry Atelier — Noir Héritage - Onyx & Vintage Glass Statement Necklace
 
At Quarry Atelier, we are continually drawn to forgotten treasures — pieces rich with history, artistry, and soul — thoughtfully transformed into meaningful, wearable heirlooms.
 
Noir Héritage is a one-of-a-kind statement necklace centered around a remarkable vintage signed Roman sterling silver pendant featuring a large oval Black Onyx gemstone set within a striking modernist bezel. Highly polished and beautifully preserved, the pendant showcases the bold yet refined aesthetic that defined Roman Jewelry throughout the mid-century era.
 
Founded in 1953 by Melvin Roman, Roman Jewelry became celebrated for its sculptural sterling silver designs and sophisticated craftsmanship through the late 1990s. This pendant stands as a beautiful example of that enduring modernist legacy.
 
Suspended from a curved sterling silver bar, the pendant moves gently with the wearer, adding fluidity, dimension, and understated drama to the design.
 
To complement the pendant’s rich history, the necklace incorporates carefully curated vintage materials, including:
• Vintage Cherry Brand Glass Beads (8mm)
• Miriam Haskell Vintage Glass Beads
• Smooth Vintage Milk Glass Beads
• Circa late 1940s–early 1950s vintage sourcing
 
Grounding the piece are 6mm AAA Natural Rainbow Ice Obsidian gemstones, chosen for their subtle iridescence and symbolic association with emotional protection, grounding, and transformation.
 
Each bead is individually hand-pinned on sterling silver headpins, while all accent metals — including chain, findings, and clasp — are crafted in .925 sterling silver for lasting beauty and heirloom-quality construction.
 
Measurements & Details
• Necklace Length: 23"
• Extension Chain: 3"
• Adjustable Length: Approximately 23"–26"
• Closure: .925 Sterling Silver Lobster Clasp
• Construction: Individually hand-pinned on sterling silver headpins