The Black Stuff - Irish bog oak pendant for the Guinness, Beamish, Murphys, Stout lover
The Black Stuff - Irish bog oak pendant for the Guinness, Beamish, Murphys, Stout lover
Crafted from genuine Irish bog oak (sourced near Athenry or Sliabh Aughty mountains, Co. Galway), this pendant is a tribute to “the black stuff”! A little keepsake for Guinness, Beamish, Murphy’s, and stout enthusiasts everywhere. The black/dark brown wood settled over over thousands of years in oxygen-free peat bogs (older than your local pub’s oldest regular). Think of it as the original slow pour. A touch of gold adds just enough shine—like the perfect creamy head on a pint.
Finished by hand and accented with a gold (23.75ct) or fine silver head, each piece is unique, timeless, and steeped in Irish heritage. A perfect gift for stout lovers or anyone who appreciates meaningful, slow-made Irish craftsmanship.
Please note that pint in the picture is a sample - I will make yours to order so please allow a couple of extra days for delivery.
* our models are wearing similar pendants
This one of a kind piece will be presented in matt black cardboard jewellery box which is made from material sourced from well-managed, FSC®-certified forests as well as other controlled sources. I have chosen these so we can support responsible forestry - in this case where no more trees are cut down than the forest can reproduce. The box doesn't contain tarnish-accelerating chemicals which will help keep it as when it arrives for longer!
To get the most out of your jewellery we recommend that you handle it with care - some pieces can be fragile. Please also keep it away from water and dampness if possible and store it in a dry place. Sharp objects or surfaces can mark them. We finish the jewellery with some linseed oil and if the item has lost some of its spark you can use this or similar to freshen up the colours. Use a soft, dry, lint-free cloth and do not use harsh chemicals or cleaners, as they can damage the finish of the wood, chain etc.
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What is this bog oak and is it old?
Irish bog oak is a type of wood that comes from oak trees that have been preserved in the peat bogs of Ireland for thousands of years. I estimate the wood I use to between 3 and 6 thousand years old!! The anaerobic environment of the bog prevents the normal decay process, allowing the oak wood to be preserved intact. The preservation process makes bog oak particularly dense and stable, which contributes to its durability and suitability.
Why do you do this?
Growing up in the wilds of the west of Ireland surrounded by this wonderful material and being exposed to alternative lifestyles has left an impact on me. I am going back to a time of my youth when everything was so much more relaxed and simpler. The process of creating these pieces is a form of meditation.
Also, my father used to make fantastic and crazy sculptures out of bog oak and other woods. I guess now that he has passed I am continuing what he started in a way.
How do I care for the jewellery?
To get the most out of your jewellery we recommend that you handle it with care - some pieces can be fragile. Please also keep it away from water and dampness if possible and store it in a dry place. Sharp objects or surfaces can mark them. We finish the jewellery with some linseed oil and if the item has lost some of its spark you can use this or similar to freshen up the colours. Use a soft, dry, lint-free cloth and do not use harsh chemicals or cleaners, as they can damage the finish of the wood.