Mixed-Metal Southwestern Style Teardrop Pendant with Bloodstone and Opal

This is a large, teardrop-shaped mixed-metal pendant, likely handcrafted in a contemporary Southwestern or artisanal Boho style. The focal point is a sizeable, polished black obsidian or bloodstone cabochon showing subtle reddish-brown flecks. The stone is secured in a serrated bezel, which is then surrounded by a tiered, decorative frame. This frame includes a thick, notched silver-tone border followed by a twisted copper-colored wire rope inlay. The entire piece is mounted on a brushed metal baseplate that shows irregular notch marks along the bottom edge, characteristic of hand-tooling. At the top crown, three circular settings are placed horizontally: the center features a small, dark iridescent opal with blue and green fire, flanked by two empty circular settings that appear to have lost their original stones or are designed as recessed decorative cups with a rope border. The construction indicates a multi-layer soldering process. Condition-wise, the piece shows significant surface patina, micro-scratching on the metal consistent with wear, and evidence of missing components in the top settings. The piece likely dates from the late 20th century to the early 21st century and exhibits a rugged, bench-made quality.