HANDCRAFTED JEWELRY FOR WOMEN: This DANFORTH Pewter Spiral Koru Necklace is a beautifully crafted silver-toned swirl pendant made from 100% non-toxic, lead-free pewter, hung gracefully from an 18" black leather cord; one of the most distinctive necklaces for women SYMBOL OF GROWTH & NEW BEGINNINGS: The Koru is a meaningful symbol from Pacific Island culture, called the Koru by New Zealand's Maori people and inspired by an unfurling fern frond; it represents growth, harmony, new beginnings, and hope — also found in Hawaiian and Celtic jewelry VERSATILE EVERYDAY STYLE: Pair this Koru swirl charm with casual, business, or dressy attire; this silver chain style worn on a leather cord makes a bold yet understated statement that works for any wardrobe and any occasion throughout the year MOTHERS DAY GIFTS & MILESTONE OCCASIONS: This is the perfect gifts for mom celebrating a new chapter, graduation, or new relationship; also a beautiful choice for birthdays, Teacher Appreciation, Mother's Day, or Christmas — a necklace for every new beginning HANDCRAFTED IN THE USA: Every Danforth piece is lovingly crafted by artisans in our Middlebury, Vermont workshop from the finest lead-free pewter; a collectible-quality jewelry piece built to honor life's most meaningful moments and new beginnings The Danforth Pewter Spiral Koru Necklace is a piece of deeply symbolic jewelry for women rooted in the rich traditions of Pacific Island culture. The Koru — named by the Maori people of New Zealand — is a stylized depiction of an unfurling young fern frond. It has come to represent growth, strength, harmony, new life, and new beginnings; a Koru given as a gift symbolizes the start of a beautiful new chapter. This elegant necklace features a silver-toned swirl pendant handcrafted from 100% non-toxic, lead-free pewter, suspended from an 18-inch black leather cord. The organic spiral shape makes it one of the most distinctive necklaces for women in the Danforth collection — bold enough to be a conversation starter, understated enough to pair with any outfit. Looking for meaningful mothers day gifts or thoughtful gifts for mom for any occasion? The Koru Necklace resonates deeply with anyone celebrating a new relationship, a graduation, a career change, a new baby, or a personal rebirth. It is also found in Hawaiian and Celtic jewelry traditions, making it a meaningful cross-cultural symbol of hope. At Danforth Pewter, everything we make is crafted by local artisans in the heart of rural Vermont from lead-free, non-toxic pewter. Each piece is handmade, so slight variations are to be expected — and cherished. Made in the USA.