Organic
Jewellery made from materials of organic origin; fossils sectioned to show their internal structures and insects mounted to display their intricate beauty.
No endangered species are used in this range. All fossils are responsibly sourced.
Gemstones
Embedding gemstones such as opals and moonstones in resin protects and enhances their “fire” and colours, often lost on exposure to everyday chemicals, heat and dry air. This technique shows off most gemstones to their best advantage whilst protecting them.
Star signs
Zodiac star signs using gemstones and cubic zirconium with silver dust embedded in black resin. Birthstones can also be incorporated into the design.
Also available are "Sigils" or Birthstones set in a range of jewellery. A list of birthstones with alternative suggestions is to be found in the technical pages.
Fossils, Minerals & Holistic Therapy Crystals
As a Geologist I look for quality specimens that are both beautiful and show typical characteristics at reasonable prices.
Many specimens are supplied with information sheets aimed at firing the imagination of my younger customers.
Events
- Whitstable Artisan Market, Umbrella Center, Whitstable 1st August 2010
- Show Off Gallery, Harbour Street, Whitstable August 18th to Aug 25th 2010
- Artisan Market Canterbury Saturday 28th August
Contact Salim
Phone for appointment at the studio or at your home
+44 (0)7549 123000
hello@salimpatel.co.uk
Press releases
About Salim
Salim's jewellery fuses silver-smithing with technical skills acquired from a diploma in Geological Laboratory Techniques. On leaving college he realised that the specimens he was preparing for scientific study in the laboratory would make incredible subject matter in jewellery.
Rosie Zanders, Cambridge"My pendant changes with light conditions, sometimes the moonstone almost disappears, other times it shines like an iridescent full moon. The CZ flash with brilliant colours, I love it"
Noelle Richardson, Lisbon"My wedding gift was a fossil set in resin sectioned to show the beautiful spirals. I wear it everyday and it has become my amulet"
HJS, Margate"I commissioned a ring outlining the gems I would like used and a concept design. Salim made a ring, that fitted the brief beautifully and that has received numerous positive comments - and all for a very reasonable price."