Motor City Pick Necklace – Crimson Core Fordite Pendant
Decades of Detroit automotive paint, layered and polished into a one-of-a-kind wearable relic.
The Motor City Pick Necklace features genuine fordite, also called Detroit agate, salvaged from old car factory spray booths where layers of automotive paint built up over years of production. Each piece is hand-cut and hand-polished by The Swanky Dale in Ball Ground, Georgia to reveal the stacked color history trapped inside. This Crimson Core pattern shows bold layers of black, white, and grey rippling across the surface, pulling the eye toward a dramatic red core near the base. A thin, subtle line of blue cuts through the layers, adding a hint of contrast without overpowering the palette. The fordite rests on a hand-sawed recycled copper backplate shaped like a guitar pick, the signature silhouette of this collection. Set on hypoallergenic surgical-grade stainless steel chain that won't tarnish or fade. One of a kind, never to be repeated.
- Genuine fordite (Detroit automotive factory paint buildup)
- Hand-cut and hand-polished stone, hours of labor per piece
- Black, white, and grey layers with dramatic red core and blue accent line
- Hand-sawed recycled copper backplate, guitar pick shaped
- Hypoallergenic stainless steel chain included, won't tarnish or fade
- Lightweight and comfortable for everyday wear
- 100% one-of-one design, handmade in Ball Ground, Georgia
Care Instructions
The hypoallergenic stainless steel chain requires no maintenance and won't tarnish. The fordite stone may dull slightly over time with wear. To restore its shine, gently buff with automotive polish or a soft polishing cloth. The recycled copper backplate will develop a natural patina over time, adding character and depth. For full care instructions by material, visit our FAQ.
A standout gift for car enthusiasts, Detroit lovers, or anyone who appreciates jewelry with automotive history baked in. Wearable industrial art under $75. Once it's gone, the pattern is gone forever.
Handforged in the USA, never mass produced.