The Story 🌸💀

Bold, grounding, and rich with organic texture, this 28-inch statement strand anchors the wild spirit of Florida natural history alongside high-frequency gemstone energy. The focal piece pairs the massive, sun-cured distal end of an ethically prepped Florida wild boar femur with a gleaming silver-tone cow skull pendant, creating a striking contrast between raw osteology and metallic western flair.

Instead of rigid jewelry wire, the entire strand is hand-assembled using soft embroidery thread to give the long beaded line a supple, fluid drape against the body. Flanked by deep purple and lush green aventurine beads—known for opportunity, heart-centered harmony, and prosperity—this piece carries an unmistakable weight and artistic presence.

The Composition

• The Focal Specimen: Ethically prepped distal end of a Florida Wild Boar femur paired with a silver-tone metallic cow skull pendant.

• Gemstones & Beadwork: Natural polished green and purple aventurine round beads, spaced with size 8/0 turquoise-colored seed beads.

• Structural Details: Vibrant magenta 6/0 glass seed beads integrated as the flexible jump-ring focal attachment point.

• Assembly: Soft, durable embroidery thread assemblage for a supple, organic drape.

• Hardware & Chain: Gold-colored lobster claw clasp.

• Branded Accent: Custom-engraved birchwood Bone Boutique logo coin charm, locally crafted in Englewood, Florida by Halligan Design Production.

• Dimensions: 28 in (71 cm) total strand length; focal bone & skull pendant drop approx. 3 in (7.5 cm).

Wear & Style

As an extra-long $28\text{-inch}$ strand ($31\text{ inches}$ total visual drop including the focal pendant), this necklace easily slips directly over the head with no need to undo the clasp. The heavy distal femur and silver cow skull hang dramatic and low—resting well below the bustline near the solar plexus or waist depending on your torso length.

Because it’s strung on supple embroidery thread, the long line of aventurine beads flows naturally with your movements without kinking, binding, or pulling on clothing. It makes a killer anchor piece layered over long tunics, chunky cardigans, dark linen, or low-cut bohemian layers.

The Investment

• Curation Price: $108

• The Legacy: Handcrafted, ethically prepped, and assembled in North Port, Florida by artist Michele Moore for Bone Boutique.

• Origin: Local Southwest Florida wild boar salvage & hand-selected gemstone elements.