Gilded Woolly Mammoth Fossil Ivory Christian Cross Pendant | Ice Age Treasures

I hand carved this Christian cross from a broken, irreparable section of Woolly Mammoth tusk recovered by The Boneyard Alaska. Working with fossil ivory means letting the material guide the piece, giving a fragment of an ancient tusk a new purpose while keeping its history close.

I finished the carved cross with ink and 22k gold leaf, then added a Swarovski crystal for a small touch of sparkle. The gilding brings warmth to the design, while the crystal catches the light without taking away from the ivory itself.

The fossil ivory comes from extinct Ice Age animals, with the material dating 12,000–40,000 years old. No modern animals are harmed. This one-of-a-kind pendant brings together a symbol of faith, ancient material, and the quiet details of handwork.

Crafted by Kristin R Park at Ice Age Treasures.