Design a pendant for antique coin?

[CoffeeAndDiamonds]

Hi all,

My sweet DH bought me this antique coin as a good luck charm (I love dolphins). It's Greek/Italian and from ~300BC!!



I'm thinking I'll set it onto a pendant, but am a bit stumped how to make it work. I found a similar coin in a pendant, and it looks nice but I'd prefer a bit more bling.



I have a few rings with old cuts as well as a couple loose stones that I could use towards the project (though not perfectly matched)
- 1 x 0.9 ct
- 1 x 0.5 ct
- 3 x 0.4 ct
- 2 x 0.25 ct
- 7 x 0.1 ct
- 3 x 0.04 ct
- 12 x. 02 ct






I'd love some help with design ideas! Have you seen a pretty coin pendant before?

 

[Daisys and Diamonds]

That coin is such a cool present

I almost want to make it into a signet type ring but it looks a little large for that ?

 

[FL_runner]

Maybe a twisted rope style gold bezel and a small diamond halo?

 

[molecule]

I like the idea of the twisted rope to bring in more nautical elements. Alternatively maybe a gradient of sapphires or a sea shell as the bail.

I'd personally love something a bit out there like some sort of oyster or octopus holding onto the coin.

 

[HollyC]

@Ontheblackrock15 i was just looking at a Instagram post about a conversion today - the client wanted to add diamonds to her piece. Perhaps something like this??

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[stracci2000]

I love coin jewelry!
I'm looking forward to seeing how you mount it.

The photo below is Elizabeth Taylor's ancient coin bangle bracelets.

 

[Daisys and Diamonds]

....i found a cool ring
Or three

 

[diamondseeker2006]

What a great coin! I think a pendant is a great idea! I think David Klass would be a good option to make that. Just a word of advice, it is rarely worth taking tiny diamonds out of old pieces to use in a custom project. Let the jeweler source good quality little stones that fit the design. They don't add much cost!

Many different designs! Here are some of my favorites!!

 

[CoffeeAndDiamonds]

That coin is such a cool present

I almost want to make it into a signet type ring but it looks a little large for that ?

I agree - he did so good! He didn't give me a hint or anything either, so it was a total surprise.

The coin is wider than my fingers unfortunately, so I think I have to do a pendant. That's a great idea for inspiration!

 

[CoffeeAndDiamonds]

Maybe a twisted rope style gold bezel and a small diamond halo?

That would be super cute!!!

 

[CoffeeAndDiamonds]

I like the idea of the twisted rope to bring in more nautical elements. Alternatively maybe a gradient of sapphires or a sea shell as the bail.

I'd personally love something a bit out there like some sort of oyster or octopus holding onto the coin.

Oooo gradient of sapphires would be pretty! Maybe different shades of blue for the ocean!

 

[CoffeeAndDiamonds]

@Ontheblackrock15 i was just looking at a Instagram post about a conversion today - the client wanted to add diamonds to her piece. Perhaps something like this??

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I like that a lot!!!

 

[CoffeeAndDiamonds]

I love coin jewelry!
I'm looking forward to seeing how you mount it.

The photo below is Elizabeth Taylor's ancient coin bangle bracelets.

I'll definitely keep everyone posted!

 

[CoffeeAndDiamonds]

What a great coin! I think a pendant is a great idea! I think David Klass would be a good option to make that. Just a word of advice, it is rarely worth taking tiny diamonds out of old pieces to use in a custom project. Let the jeweler source good quality little stones that fit the design. They don't add much cost!

Many different designs! Here are some of my favorites!!

I love those two with the diamonds set NSEW. That's a fair point about it not being worth the cost to reuse the stones - thanks!

 

[FL_runner]

I love those two with the diamonds set NSEW. That's a fair point about it not being worth the cost to reuse the stones - thanks!

The NSEW almost gives it the feel of a compass, which seems to go with the nautical vibe as well!

 

[lovedogs]

Following this with interest! My DH also bought me a few antique coins as a gift. I've been trying to figure out what to do with them, so I'm excited to see what you end up with !

 

[CoffeeAndDiamonds]

Reviving an old thread to update that I FINALLY set my ancient coin. Two tone rose and white gold

 

[rcjtraveler]

Reviving an old thread to update that I FINALLY set my ancient coin. Two tone rose and white gold

Looks wonderful! I love antique coins and have several set in pendants. Enjoy and wear it in good health!

 

[Daisys and Diamonds]

Reviving an old thread to update that I FINALLY set my ancient coin. Two tone rose and white gold

i love this
well done

 

[Garnetgirl]

What a great gift from your husband. I love the coin, as I have a thing for dolphins too.
I’m glad you came back to show us your pendant. It’s a beautiful design that highlights the coin so well.