Adore Oval Pendant
Waterproof + Non-Yellowing Stone
Dainty & Lightweight Design
Sterling Silver & Gold-Filled Finish
A timeless way to carry a meaningful part of your story, the Adore Oval Pendant features an oval keepsake stone in your choice of 6x8mm, 8x10mm or 12x16mm.
Each pendant is handcrafted to hold breastmilk, ashes, hair, umbilical cord, fabric, flowers and other treasured inclusions.
Available in 925 Sterling Silver or 14k Yellow or Rose Gold-Filled. Due to their fine, delicate construction, these keepsakes should be worn with additional care.
Keepsake Details
Soldered Keepsakes preserve your chosen inclusions permanently within a handcrafted, waterproof keepsake stone.
Each piece is made using delicate Sterling Silver or 14k Gold-filled components, creating a refined and lightweight design.
Please note that soldered stacking rings feature a fine 1.2mm round band and are not compatible with cast Classic stacking rings.
As each piece is handcrafted, variations in texture, tiny air bubbles, and subtle colour shifts may naturally occur, making every keepsake completely unique.
How it works
STEP 1: Choose Your Style
Start by selecting your metal, stone size and ring size or chain style.
STEP 2: Your Main Inclusion
Select the main inclusion for your keepsake and choose the effects or base colour from our special options designed for your inclusion.
STEP 3: Add Additional Inclusions (Optional)
Select if you’d like to include any additional inclusions such as flecks, flowers, birthstones, hair, or anything else special to you.
STEP 4: Placement of Additional Inclusions
Additional inclusions will be placed over your selected stone base. Select from the available placement options.
If you're adding hair, select the placement from the available options, hair is placed over the stone base.
STEP 5: Engraving (Optional)
Add up to 6 characters for Pendants, 12 characters for selected Ring styles, and 1 character for Bracelet Charms.
STEP 6: Share Your Story (Optional)
I'm honoured that you've chosen me to create your special keepsake. Tell me about the journey that has brought you here and why this keepsake will mean so much to you.
Effects & Add-ins
Breastmilk/Test Cap Effects
- Shimmer - A soft, white shimmer added to the base of your stone
- Moonstone Shimmer - A subtle blue shimmer for a moonstone-like glow
- Opal Effect - Gives your stone the look of a white opal
Add-ins:
Crushed Gemstones
- Genuine natural gemstones, finely crushed and placed over the base of your stone
Coloured Flecks
- Coloured flecks added for a pop of colour and texture
Accent Stones (only available for selected styles)
Faceted genuine gemstones or natural diamonds (1.5mm or 2mm) set as accent stones as part of your keepsake.
Metal components
This keepsake is handcrafted from 925 sterling silver or 14ct gold filled materials and carefully soldered by hand to create a delicate design.
925 Sterling Silver
A high quality precious metal with a bright polished finish.
14ct Gold Filled
A base metal core bonded with an outer layer of 14ct gold, giving the look of solid gold.
Due to the delicate nature of this design, it does require extra care during wear.
This keepsake is not resistant to tarnish and may require polishing to maintain it's shine. Tarnish is a normal surface reaction that can happen, especially with sterling silver and gold filled jewellery. Tarnish can usually be managed with gentle cleaning and proper dry storage.
With proper care, your piece can remain a cherished memento for years to come.
If you're looking for keepsakes made from solid precious metals and thicker components, explore our Time Capsule Keepsakes and our Classic Keepsake Collections.
Timeframe
Each keepsake is carefully handmade to order, making every piece truly unique.
Our standard processing time is 8-10 weeks from when we receive your inclusions. During peak seasons like Mother’s Day and Christmas, turnaround times may be slightly longer due to high demand.
We’ll keep you updated at every step of the creation process.
Warranty
Our warranty covers manufacturing defects for 24 months from the date of receipt. It does not include damage from normal wear, accidents, misuse, or alterations made outside of Milk & Stone’s care.
Milk & Stone Jewellery purchased after 17/11/2023 is covered by our non-yellowing guarantee. If your stone material ever discolours, we’ll repair it free of charge.
We can not guarantee the colour fastness of your inclusions due to the unique nature of your selections.
Create your keepsake.
Step 1: Choose your style
Words from those we've created Keepsakes for.
How to Order.
Create your keepsake.
Select your design options and place your order.
Send your inclusions.
You’ll receive a confirmation email with our postage address and instructions to safely package and post your inclusions. You can also find this under the "Information" Tab on our website.
Keepsake creation.
We’ll let you know when your inclusions arrive safely, you'll receive regular updates throughout the process.
FAQ
Can I send frozen milk?
Yes you can!
If your milk is frozen please make sure you defrost it and mail it to us in a sterile milk storage bag.
Squeeze out any air inside the bag, seal it, wrap it in a paper towel and place it inside another milk storage bag. Label the second bag with your order number (not receipt number) and your name.
Your milk does not need to stay cold in transit.
How much of my inclusions do I send?
Milk: 10-15mL (1 tbs) of milk inside a sterile milk storage bag with the air squeezed out. If you can't get this much we can makes stones with as little as 2.5mL.
Ashes: 1/2 teaspoon. Any ashes that aren't used for your piece are posted back to you with your completed jewellery.
Hair: A pinch about 5mm thick.
Placenta/Umbilical cord: One capsule or a 5-10mm dried section.
Sand/Soil/Flowers: These inclusions can't be sent internationally and will be rejected/destroyed by Australian bio-security.
Sand/soil: 1/2 teaspoon.
Flowers: 2-4 Petals from each flower. These must be dried for a minimum of 3 weeks prior to being sent to us.
What is the difference between Gold Filled and Solid Metals?
Gold filled jewellery has a layer of gold bonded over a base metal. It offers the look of gold at a more affordable price point and has a thicker gold layer than standard gold plating.
Because gold filled is a layered material, the outer gold layer can gradually wear over time, particularly with frequent wear or friction. It can also tarnish and requires regular gentle polishing to maintain its shine.
Scratches and wear can be difficult to remove, as polishing too deeply may expose the base metal underneath.
Solid metal jewellery has no outer coating or gold layer to wear away. Our solid metal options include precious metals such as solid gold and sterling silver, as well as Jeweller’s Brass.
Solid gold is our premium option for a gold-toned keepsake.
Jeweller’s Brass is our more affordable solid gold-toned alternative. Because it is solid metal, there is no outer gold layer to wear away. Brass is strong and has been used in jewellery for centuries, making it a good option for keepsakes containing irreplaceable inclusions when solid gold is outside your budget.
Brass does naturally tarnish and requires regular polishing to keep its shine. Depending on individual skin chemistry, it may leave a temporary greenish mark on the skin. This is harmless and can be washed away with soap and water.
For keepsakes containing ashes, hair or other inclusions that cannot be replaced, we recommend choosing a solid metal where possible. Solid gold offers the highest-quality finish, while Jeweller’s Brass provides a durable and more accessible solid-metal alternative.
How many inclusions can I add to my stone?
We recommend limiting your additions to 3 inclusions. The more inclusions you add the 'busier' your stone will look. We find that busy designs distract from the natural beauty of each inclusion and the story being told.