Textured Sterling Silver Lapel Pin
A small sculptural object designed to be worn, this sterling silver lapel pin preserves the fleeting form of wood in metal.
Each piece is cast directly from a real wood chip, capturing its grain, irregular edges and subtle surface textures. What begins as a temporary fragment; shaped through carving and handling, is transformed into a permanent, wearable form.
Worn on a jacket, knit or coat, the pin sits quietly yet distinctly. Its surface reveals itself gradually, catching light and inviting closer inspection. Unlike traditional lapel pins that rely on symbol or insignia, this piece speaks through material and process.
No two are identical. The form of each pin is determined by the original wood chip, making every piece a unique record of making; a moment translated into silver.
Understated and tactile, it offers a contemporary alternative to heritage pins: rooted in craft, but free from convention.
Details
- Solid sterling silver
- Cast from real wood chip form
- Pin and clasp fitting
- Approx. 10 x 20 x 8mm
- Handmade in Aberdeen, Scotland
Each piece is entirely unique. Variations in form and texture are an intrinsic part of the work.
Additional Information
Each piece is designed and handmade by Scott Smith in his Aberdeen studio using traditional silversmithing techniques.
Rooted in process, material, and the landscapes of North East Scotland, these works transform fleeting forms into lasting objects; intended to be worn, lived with, and kept.
For commissions, gifting enquiries, or to discuss this piece further, please contact:
hello@scottsmithdesign.co.uk