- Shibuichi Designs
- Arrangement: Square Shibuichi Brooch
Arrangement: Square Shibuichi Brooch
Arrangement: Square Shibuichi Brooch
Soft corners and a powder-like organic surface hold a series of design elements along side a hammer texture, small dome and nature breaks in the surface. A natural patina enhances the negative space, textural sheet and linear shape. [Back] A custom fabricated pin catch and joint of sterling silver are functional and fitting to the form; pin stem is stainless steel. 2” x 1 15/16” x 1/4”
Soft corners and a powder-like organic surface hold a series of design elements along side a hammer texture, small dome and nature breaks in the surface. A natural patina enhances the negative space, textural sheet and linear shape. [Back] A custom fabricated pin catch and joint of sterling silver are functional and fitting to the form; pin stem is stainless steel. 2” x 1 15/16” x 1/4”
Artistic, handmade jewelry
Sterling & reticulation silvers, patina
Textures vary
Shee–boo–EE–chee.
Shibuichi is a Japanese alloy. It's name translates to “one fourth,” which refers to 25% silver and 75% copper. I create Shibuichi by calculating metal proportions, melting and pouring the combined metals into an ingot mold, and milling the ingot to sheet or wire by using a rolling mill. Historically, Shibuichi was used to make ornaments for the katana - Samurai sword.