{"product_id":"shield-pendant-18k-gold-and-925-silver-doublet-lapis-with-quartz-and-rutile","title":"Arthurian Shield Lapis, Quartz \u0026 Rutile Sterling Silver Pendant with 18K Gold | Ben \u0026 Bryant Collection","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"flex flex-col text-sm pb-25\"\u003e\n\u003carticle data-turn=\"assistant\" data-scroll-anchor=\"true\" data-testid=\"conversation-turn-32\" data-turn-id=\"request-WEB:bdc906e4-ac60-47dd-90f2-c6386ce53325-15\" dir=\"auto\" class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none [--shadow-height:45px] has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none has-data-writing-block:-mt-(--shadow-height) has-data-writing-block:pt-(--shadow-height) [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" data-message-model-slug=\"gpt-5-3\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-id=\"3623b984-29f2-4543-aec6-3f078712eb63\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert w-full wrap-break-word light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"485\" data-start=\"116\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLapis lazuli, quartz, and natural rutile inclusions.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"669\" data-start=\"126\"\u003eAfter reading about \u003cstrong data-end=\"180\" data-start=\"146\"\u003eKing Arthur’s legendary shield\u003c\/strong\u003e, sometimes depicted in Arthurian heraldry as \u003cstrong data-end=\"271\" data-start=\"236\"\u003eazure (blue) with gold elements\u003c\/strong\u003e, we set out to create a pendant inspired by that imagery. Many medieval shields carried \u003cstrong data-end=\"412\" data-start=\"360\"\u003eblue fields decorated with gold stars or crosses\u003c\/strong\u003e, symbols of nobility, protection, and the heavens. With that in mind, we chose a stone combination that naturally captured that same feeling—\u003cstrong data-end=\"627\" data-start=\"554\"\u003edeep blue lapis layered with quartz filled with golden rutile needles\u003c\/strong\u003e, like stars streaking across a night sky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1141\" data-start=\"671\"\u003eThis cabochon is a \u003cstrong data-end=\"734\" data-start=\"690\"\u003edoublet made from two different minerals\u003c\/strong\u003e. The base layer is rich blue \u003cstrong data-end=\"773\" data-start=\"764\"\u003elapis\u003c\/strong\u003e, long prized for its intense color and historic use in art and royal ornamentation. Above it sits \u003cstrong data-end=\"907\" data-start=\"872\"\u003eclear quartz filled with \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;\"\u003edelicate, golden needle-like crystals that grew naturally within it\u003c\/span\u003e. When layered together, the rutile appears suspended across the blue background, creating a celestial effect reminiscent of gold heraldry on an azure shield.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1630\" data-start=\"1143\"\u003eBen Davis carefully cut the stone into a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1200\" data-start=\"1184\"\u003eshield shape\u003c\/strong\u003e, reinforcing the piece's medieval inspiration. Randy Bryant then encased the cabochon in hand-worked \u003cstrong data-end=\"1335\" data-start=\"1311\"\u003e.925 sterling silver\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving the frame an organic texture that feels as if the piece might have been \u003cstrong data-end=\"1458\" data-start=\"1429\"\u003eunearthed after centuries\u003c\/strong\u003e, like a relic from an old legend. To complete the design, Randy added two small accents of \u003cstrong data-end=\"1562\" data-start=\"1550\"\u003e18K gold\u003c\/strong\u003e, echoing the golden motifs often seen on historic heraldic shields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1765\" data-start=\"1632\"\u003eThe result is a pendant that blends geology, craftsmanship, and a touch of mythology—\u003cstrong data-end=\"1764\" data-start=\"1717\"\u003ea modern shield inspired by ancient stories\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-end=\"1770\" data-start=\"1767\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1783\" data-start=\"1772\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1783\" data-start=\"1772\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"2184\" data-start=\"1785\"\u003e• Stone: Lapis base with Quartz and Rutile (Doublet)\u003cbr data-end=\"1840\" data-start=\"1837\"\u003e• Minerals: Lapis lazuli, quartz, and natural rutile inclusions\u003cbr data-end=\"1906\" data-start=\"1903\"\u003e• Metal: Solid .925 Sterling Silver with 18K Gold accents\u003cbr data-end=\"1966\" data-start=\"1963\"\u003e• Artists: Ben Davis (lapidary) \u0026amp; Randy Bryant (silversmith)\u003cbr data-end=\"2029\" data-start=\"2026\"\u003e• Formation: Rutile crystals formed within quartz layered over lapis to create the doublet stone\u003cbr data-end=\"2128\" data-start=\"2125\"\u003e• Includes a BDD suede jewelry pouch and polishing cloth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/article\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"BenDavisDesigns","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40155185873091,"sku":"shield","price":279.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0508\/3981\/4339\/files\/Untitled_design_-_2026-03-07T202913.049.jpg?v=1772937000","url":"https:\/\/bendavisdesign.com\/products\/shield-pendant-18k-gold-and-925-silver-doublet-lapis-with-quartz-and-rutile","provider":"BenDavisDesigns","version":"1.0","type":"link"}