Cross purposes. A one-of-a-kind Victorian hand-carved bog oak cross, circa 1900, is the centerpiece of this multi-composite necklace. The dimensions of the cross are 68mm x 46mm x 9mm deep. Bold and weightless.

Viola mixes strands of chain, one in rose gold fill, the other in sterling silver, and three strands of stainless steel curb chain with some delicate color therapy.

Gemstones:

• rough cut ruby
• seraphinite
• kunzite
• black shungite
• rock quartz
• cultured pearls
• freshwater cross-shaped pearls
• desert jasper
• the necklace measures 15 to 16 inches in layered length
• sterling silver hinge clasp
• the extender chain measure 3 inches in length

At the back, two sterling silver brackets hold all these strands in place.