Layered North Star Bullet Necklace
Wearing the Layered North Star Bullet Necklace is like making peace with history while simultaneously accessorizing for a night out—equal parts existential commentary and really good jewelry.
What It Is:
This statement necklace layers two chains, one holding a north star pendant (guidance, destiny, whatever you want it to mean) and the other a fragment of an actual bullet, recast in recycled brass bombshell. Handmade in Cambodia, each 15.5" necklace is unique, because war debris doesn’t come pre-standardized for jewelry production. It’s edgy, it’s delicate, and it’s a reminder that even the worst possible objects can be reimagined into something worth keeping.
Why You’ll Actually Wear It:
Because jewelry usually means nothing—but this means something. The north star symbolizes hope, while the bullet is literally a remnant of violence that’s been repurposed into beauty. This necklace doesn’t just accessorize your outfit; it accessorizes your worldview. And let’s be honest: “I’m wearing recycled war materials” is a conversation starter that makes small talk infinitely more tolerable.
Key Details:
Necklace length: 15.5"
Materials: recycled brass bombshells, bullet fragments, and gold-plated chain
Handmade by artisans in Phnom Penh, Cambodia
Each piece is one of a kind (slight variations guaranteed)
Impact:
Every purchase supports Cambodian artisans—many of whom live in underprivileged communities still feeling the long shadow of the Khmer Rouge era. This necklace provides fair trade wages, keeps families together, and transforms tools of destruction into symbols of resilience. Buying one is less about consumerism and more about participating in an alternate history—one where bombs become jewelry instead of rubble.
The Layered North Star Bullet Necklace is jewelry that doubles as philosophy: proof that beauty and brutality can occupy the same space, and that even remnants of war can evolve into markers of hope.
About the brand: SLATE + SALT
Slate + Salt is the kind of brand that makes you reconsider your relationship with everyday objects. Founded by Lyndsay, a travel enthusiast who fell in love with the people, cultures, and craftsmanship she encountered exploring off-the-beaten-path villages across Southeast Asia, the brand offers a curated collection of modern, one-of-a-kind pieces. Each item is handmade using traditional techniques, supporting artisans in rural villages and promoting fair trade practices.