Japanese Maple Leaf in Fine Silver

I gathered a variety of the sweetest Japanese Maple leaves to use for this project.  The detail is so tiny, delicate and beautiful.

I milled a fine silver ingot, then used it for the earrings.  It's almost pure and is softer than sterling, but works well for earrings and pendants.  I made the ear wires of sterling silver.

Turns out, my favorite pair has the San Carlos peridot, followed by the amethyst.  The labradorite pair is already stationed in another location.  Well, those were dropped off at the store today with some necklaces.

Some photos along the way while these were in progress.  Happiness is... a pile of colored gemstones at my fingertips!