The story of the memory, or memorial jewellery …
“Once upon a time, there was an American couple who drove into our yard on rented bikes to visit our atelier. This was 22 years ago. They were staying in a nearby hotel. The wife of the couple was born in Friesland and they were over to visit friends and family. In the days that they stayed in Friesland they visited our atelier a number of times. They liked our work very much and they bought several pieces of our jewellery.
Alice recently contacted us from Texas via e-mail. She was so happy she had found us after all those years. Alice announced that she would visit Friesland soon. She would be by her self this time and she told us she had something to discuss with us. Alice came and stayed in the same hotel as 22 years ago. Although Alice is already in her seventies she came to our atelier driving a bike. Isn’t this a beautiful story?”
Usually the reason for memory or memorial jewellery is the death of a loved one. This time that was also the case, because the man of the American lady had passed away.
Alice had brought with her the jewelry she had received as a gift from her husband. These pieces were very dear to Alice.
The assignment for us was to make a necklace of her man’s wedding ring, the little clog, the heart and the ring. Alice had the wish to always wear the piece of jewelry, also at night. This means that it must be a practical piece of jewelry, a piece that doesn’t get in the way when sleeping.
We both think the result is very beautiful. And the customer is also very happy with her new necklace!
Do you have a jewelry piece you like to remake in something beautiful? Please visit our atelier in Wijnjewoude to discuss the various possibilities. Please call +31(0)516481857 or email: atelier@thejewelrystory.com
