The Olympia Earring is a sculptural drop built around one of the oldest decorative motifs in Western design — the anthemion, a classical palmette form drawn from ancient Greek ornament.
An oval disc in gold plated sterling silver, the surface worked into a delicate openwork relief of radiating fronds and scrolling forms — precise in its reference, confident in its scale. The disc hangs from a 14k rolled gold french wire, the warm tone of the hook continuous with the charm beneath it.
A piece that carries its references lightly, worn as armour or accent in equal measure.
Charm: gold plated sterling silver
Hooks: 14k rolled gold french wire
Total hanging length: 30mm
Charm width: 21mm
ABOUT the MAKER
Charlotte Penman Jewellery
Charlotte Penman's jewellery draws on the natural world, 20th-century design icons, and the visual language of ancient adornment. Working in New Zealand with sterling silver, solid gold, and carefully sourced gemstones, she makes pieces that carry weight — not just in materials, but in reference and intention. Her designs range from sculptural rings set with natural stones through to fine gold necklaces and drop earrings — each one considered, each one with a clear point of view. The serpent, the sacred heart, the ginkgo leaf: motifs chosen for what they carry, worn for what they mean to the person wearing them. Pieces designed to be kept. Explore the Charlotte Penman collection at Tessuti.
