A gong is an East and Southeast Asian musical percussion instrument that takes the form of a flat, circular metal disc which is hit with a mallet. The gong traces its roots back to the Bronze Age around 3500 BC. I saw my first gong up close where I trained to be a yoga teacher. My yoga teacher described it as shortcut to a higher level of consciousness. I was inspired to design my own little gong to be worn as a necklace. There is no mallet with my necklace. It is NOT a miniature musical instrument. It is to remind the wearer to their connection to the gong & higher vibrations.
My gong starts with a 1 1/2" piece of round brass which I etch to create a gong-like pattern. I use a salt water electricity method. Each etch turns out differently, making a one-of-a-kind result. I solder each connection between the brass pendant and sterling silver chain. I hammer out a piece of thick brass wire to create the curved hanging bar. I patina the pendant to bring out the hammered texture and etch. The necklace part is made with black flat suede cord 2 mm in thickness. You will not find a gong like this anywhere else. This piece is extremely well made and will stand the test if time.
If you examine the photos closely, you will see that some gongs have the center and outside edges etched while some have the middle band etched. You may choose a specific style if you prefer one. If you don't have a preference, I will send you what I have in stock. See the variations listed.
Additional specs:
Necklace length to hanging bar: 20 inches
With extension chain: 21 inches
Length from hanging bar to bottom of gong: 2 1/4"
If I am making your gong to order, the creation time is 1-3 days then shipping is based on your location (see shipping details).
I also gift wrap your order.