SHERRY CORDOVA JEWELRY

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  • “Soul’s Medal of Honor”

    “Soul’s Medal of Honor”

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    Sherry Cordova

    Necklace Hand formed fine silver, silk Published in Oakland magazine Sept/Oct 2009

  • “Demented Jack O’Lantern”

    “Demented Jack O’Lantern”

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    Sherry Cordova

    Fibula Brooch Hand formed Recycled fine silver and 24kt gold Published in “The Art and Design of Metal Clay Jewelry 2008” Calendar, Holly Gage, LuLu Press, 2007

  • Collosphaera Huxleyi Müller, DMO Gigantus

    Collosphaera Huxleyi Müller, DMO Gigantus

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    Sherry Cordova

    Brooch / pendant Sterling silver, stainless steel Electrolytic etch, hand formed 4.8 x 5 x 1 cm The microscopic radiolarian was enlarged into a gigantic version to be large enough to catch human attention. The creature was design modified and deconstructed into 3 layers to represent the mutative effects of industrialization on tiny sea creatures.…

  • Winter Abundance

    Winter Abundance

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    Sherry Cordova

    I created three new necklaces for the Winter Abundance exhibition which began Dec 3, 2017. The opening reception was free & open to the public on December 3, 2017. People came to meet the artists, hear about their latest pieces, and enjoy free food and beverages. ZFolio Gallery is located adjacent to the The Intercontinental…

  • Moorea

    Moorea

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    Sherry Cordova

    Recycled fine silver, recycled glass Hand formed The photo of Moorea was published in “New Directions in Metal Clay” by CeCe Wire

  • Fraternal Triplets

    Fraternal Triplets

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    Sherry Cordova

    Pendants / Brooches Filigree, hand formed Fine silver, garnet, peridot, amethyst Featured in the “The Art and Craft of Making Jewelry: A Complete Guide to Essential Techniques ” by Joanna Gollberg, 2006 The triplets from left to right below: Carousel, Cordoban, Sri Lankan  

  • Modern Frills

    Modern Frills

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    Sherry Cordova

    Pendant / Brooch Sterling Silver, 3.5 ct Garnet, White Topaz The silver version at the forefront (also shown below) was a Finalist in the Silver Category of the 2007 Saul Bell International Design Award Competition

  • Eye of the Hurricane

    Eye of the Hurricane

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    Sherry Cordova

    Hollow form Pendant Hand formed, patina Fine silver 3 x 3 x 1 cm As we prepared for a SCUBA diving trip to the Yucatán’s Costa Maya town of Majahual, we were informed it was cancelled due to Hurricane Dean ravaging the area.  People were struggling to survive and the resort was leveled along with…

  • Kelp Frond

    Kelp Frond

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    Sherry Cordova

    “Kelp Frond” Ring Recycled sterling silver Hand forged 2.4 x 3.4 x 10.5 cm Ring size 6-9 US (adjustable) Inspired by a kelp forest in Monterey, California  

  • Seaweed Wrap

    Seaweed Wrap

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    Sherry Cordova

    Hand formedCuff braceletRecycled sterling silverNFS 15 x 9.5 x 9 cm Held in place via a light tension fit and by the bracelet form surrounding the wrist Inspired by the elegantly swaying fronds of a kelp forest in Monterey, California