Tears Of Aphrodite – Variation On A Theme No. 3 By Hernsdorf

Inspired by the ancient story of Aphrodite and Adonis.

On the day she warned him not to hunt, Adonis ignored her. He was gored by a wild boar. As she wept over his body, her tears mixed with his blood. From the earth, red anemones bloomed.

This necklace tells that story through stone, gold, and light.

Key Details

• Spinel Drops
  175.74 carats
  Origin: Burma
  Richly colored, graduated in size

• White Diamonds
  Brilliant cut
  2.21 carats total
  Bezel-set in a central barrel pendant
  Flush-set in matching gold barrel beads

• Gold Beads
  Tubular shapes placed between each spinel
  Central barrel acts as the visual anchor
  Toggle closure designed with matching barrel beads

Why This Piece Matters

• The spinel comes from Burma, long known for its fine gems.

• The design draws from myth, linking beauty with loss and love.

• The pendant uses a bezel setting for strength and clean visibility.

• The diamonds are precisely placed to reflect maximum light.

• The closure isn’t hidden—it’s part of the composition.

Questions to Consider

• Do you prefer symbolism in your jewelry or pure form?

• How do stories like Aphrodite’s deepen your connection to a piece?

• What details—gem origin, setting style, weight—matter most to you?

. This Hernsdorf creation doesn’t just decorate.
. It invites you to carry a myth around your neck.
. And decide what it means for your own story.