Amber Scottish sea glass necklace in sterling silver

What is Scottish sea glass?

For centuries, glass factories lined the coastlines of Scotland and dumped their waste glass directly into the sea. Glass factories were a vital part of Scottish industrialisation, history and economy and helped people access food and drink easier - commercialising the food and drink industry. Over decades and even centuries, this glass became beautifully tumbled and frosted by the sea salt, waves, sand abrasion and a chemical reaction with the salt in the water and the lime in the glass. Today, little fragments of this glass can be found on Scottish beaches as it is a nod to the factories that no longer exist. It is also possible that the glass found its own way into the ocean via ports, pirates, trade or simply by accident. 

About this pendant:

A unique dark yellow/ golden tan/ amber piece of Scottish sea glass, this piece dates to 1800- 1950 and likely comes from whisky, beer and rum bottles manufactured in Scotland during this time. We wonder who would have drank out of this bottle - I am sure they had a great time!

100% sterling silver, hand crafted by us. 18 inch chain.