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AlteredCents(tm)

These one-of-a-kind, mixed media jewelry pieces are a totally new direction for me.  What started as My2Cents(tm) and a way to share the beauty of a stamp collection, given to me by a friend, has become something altogether different. A few years ago my sister, Lou,  got me interested in Altered Art. She makes some wonderful altered books and object d'art.  I bought a lot of junk for it but could never really find my way with it and made some very horrific pieces. But things have a way of percolating beneath the surface and  sometimes burst forth in a totally new and unexpected way. Such is the case with this new line of altered art jewelry work, sometimes called Mixed Media Art Jewelry.  I had an unfulfilled interest in Altered Art as well as a new interest in the beauty of postage stamps and voila! after a few months this new line has crawled out of the dark recesses and come to fruition.  Who knows what it will become next.... that's the wonderful thing about creativity! I hope you will join me as this new line evolves..... it's always an adventure and this is just the beginning!! So whether you love postage stamps, stamp art, mixed media jewelry or just found me by accident; I hope you'll like what you see!!

Pieces added on 6/22/2010

 

 

These pieces are not water proof so please do not wear them swimming or in the shower. Note: newer  pieces are water resistant but should still not be worn where they will be unduly exposed to water.

Unless indicated pieces do not come with a chain. An 18" Sterling Snake chain may be purchased here for $12.00

 

Fall Leaves

This ring features a section of a Commemorative Japanese stamp with a lovely golden background.

Antiqued Silver, Adjustable Ring

$18.99

 

Mums the word

(and I thought Bird was the word?) Anyhow, these lovely earrings feature another commemorative Japanese stamp with a shiny golden background.  Hooks are sterling.

$30.00

 

I have 2 mums?

These are made from the same stamp as the pair to my left. The stamp was large enough to get 2 pair of earrings from it but each is different.

Sterling plated, antiqued frame is 1 1/4" x 1"

$30.00

 

Lobstah

What better way to celebrate summer than with a lovely lobstah pendant?!

Sterling plated, antiqued frame is 1 1/4" x 1"

$57.77

 

Grow!

This is an old German stamp featuring crocuses.  I love this little harbinger of spring and it's always such a joy to see them peeking through the snow. They are a sign of new beginnings and growth.

Sterling plated frame is hand dyed in bronze:  1 1/4" x 1 1/4"

$65.00

SOLD

 

Angelfish

A lovely angelfish peers out at us over small seashells and coral. A lovely stamp from Viet Nam.

Sterling plated frame: 1 1/4" x 1 1/4"

$65.00

 

Flying Fish

The fact that fish can fly is a constant source of amazement! Dream the impossible with this charming pendant.

Sterling plated, antiqued frame

1 1/4" x 1"

$55.55

 

Greetings

Take me to your leader! Just kidding, this Japanese stamp is from a series of stamps featuring greetings in various forms of Japanese calligraphy.

Sterling plated frame

1 1/4" x 1"

$42.00

 

Talk to the Hand

Calligraphy actually evolved over many years from drawings of things so really this greeting could have started out as a drawing of a hand waving. This Japanese stamp is from a series of stamps featuring greetings in various forms of Japanese caligraphy.

Sterling plated frame

1 1/4" x 1"

$42.00

 

Hello

This Japanese stamp is from a series of stamps featuring greetings in various forms of Japanese caligraphy.

Sterling plated frame

1 1/4" x 1"

$42.00

 

Gardening

A lovely pendant for any garden lover.

Sterling plated frame

1 1/2" x 1"

$62.00

 

Seaside Drive

What is more enjoyable than a drive along the coast? It's one of the great pleasures in life. This is a beautiful Japanese stamp of the ragged coastline; the colors are subtle and lovely.

Sterling plated frame

1 1/4" x 1"

$59.00

 

Missing You

This Japanese stamp is from a series of stamps featuring greetings in various forms of Japanese caligraphy.

Sterling plated frame

1 1/4" x 1"

$42.00

 

Welcome

This Japanese stamp is from a series of stamps featuring greetings in various forms of Japanese caligraphy.

Sterling plated frame

1 1/4" x 1"

$42.00

 

See you soon

This Japanese stamp is from a series of stamps featuring greetings in various forms of Japanese caligraphy.

Sterling plated frame

1 1/4" x 1"

$42.00

 

Irises

I love irises and this is a lovely Japanese stamp featuring them in two colors. The muted grey background add elegance to this piece.

Sterling plated, antiqued frame

1 1/4" x 1"

$45.00

SOLD

 

Lady Bug

Hey, I'm a dude!!  HA! I just love ladybugs, boys or not.... they winter over in the corners of our rooms and are such a great little insect for the garden.

Sterling plated, antiqued frame

approx. 1" x 3/4"

$29.99

SOLD

 

Morning Glory

Featuring a lovely Japanese stamp from a floral collection. The pale blue background really makes the pink pop!

Sterling plated, antiqued frame

1 1/4" x 1"

$45.00

SOLD

Green Beetle

This piece features a beautiful green beetle from a Japanese collection of stamps featuring insects.

Sterling plated, antiqued frame

1 1/4" x 1"

$45.00

Orchids and Insects

Lovely pale pink orchids float on a pale green background in this stamp from Indonesia.

Sterling plated, antiqued frame

1 1/2" x 1"

$55.00

Star Fruit

A simple image of an exotic fruit hails back to the herb and flower graphic art of years past. This fruit is from a series of fruit stamps from Singapore. The frame is hand dyed in a beautiful shade of ginger to contrast with the bright fruit.

Sterling plated, antiqued frame

1 1/4" x 1"

$42.00

Honoring the Teachers of America

What more can I say? The perfect gift for any teacher you know. A hand charm embellishment signifies the helping hands of teachers everywhere.

Sterling plated frame

1 1/2" x 1"

$56.00

Altered Altar Series

JOY

Pendants in this series contain images of spirituality drawn from many beliefs. They speak of the truth that is found within, no matter what belief system you adhere to.

This particular one features Kwan Yin, the goddess of compassion and mercy, also know as the Goddess Kannon.  This piece features the word JOY as well as a Chinese coin and a cubic zirconia. The gray area towards the bottom is actually a mirror which just doesn't scan in well. The mirror serves two purposes: first it allows you to reflect on your self, and second, it reflects away from you any bad feelings or intentions.

1 3/4" x 1 1/4"

$70.00

Pine Song

A beautiful tree framed by a lovely sky. I believe this is the stamp of the State of Michigan.  Not an old stamp but a very beautiful one.

Sterling plated frame

1 1/4" x 1"

$39.99

SOLD

Honey Bee

I love honey bees; they are a blessing in our gardens and a role model of industry. This little bee would make the perfect gift for any gardener.

approx. 1" x 3/4"

$29.99

SOLD

 

Blue Italia

An attractive Italian Air Mail Stamp perfect for the spicy woman in your life!

Sterling plated, antiqued frame

1 1/4" x 1"

$45.00

 

 

Altered Altar Series

LOVE

Pendants in this series contain images of spirituality drawn from many beliefs. They speak of the truth that is found within, no matter what belief system you adhere to.

This particular one features Kwan Yin, the goddess of compassion and mercy, also know as the Goddess Kannon.  It also has the Chinese symbol for Love in dichroic glass, Love stamped towards the bottom and a small mirror on the bottom ( a little hard to see in this image. ) The mirror serves two purposes: first it allows you to reflect on your self, and second, it reflects away from you any bad feelings or intentions.

1 3/4" x 1 1/4"

$70.00

 

 

Under the Sea

Coral Seas was such a hit that I've embarked on the creation of a whole line of ocean themed pieces. 

1 3/4" x 1 1/4"

$65.00

 

Sing

This is the first in a series of nature related pieces which will feature birds, butterflies, dragonflies and other beneficial insects.

The stamp featured is from Japan. This piece comes with an incorporated, textured chain and toggle clasp.

Detail of Clasp

 

$65.00

SOLD

Flight

This  is the second in a series of more elaborate pieces and features an incorporated, antique gold toned, textured chain with toggle clasp.

A lovely Japanese commemorative stamp featuring birds in flight. I've stamped the symbol for longevity as well.

$75.00

 

Note: There is a small air bubble on the bottom left corner, if that bothers you then please don't purchase this piece.

 

Native Hunter

Featuring a postage stamp in muted brown and green that depicts a native hunter drawing his bow. Lovely imagery.

This is the first one I made. The stamp is very old and the colors are very subtle. 

Approx. 1 1/4" x 1"

$55.00

$29.99

Belgium Beauty

The image of feminine beauty this lovely lady in green harks back to an earlier time when life was simpler.

Comes on an 18" sterling snake chain.

Approx size: 1 3/4" x 1 1/4",

$45.55

$39.99

 

Altered Altar Series

#1

Pendants in this series contain images of spirituality drawn from many beliefs. They speak of the truth that is found within, no matter what belief system you adhere to.

This particular one features Kwan Yin, the goddess of compassion and mercy.  It also has the Chinese symbol for dream in dichroic glass and a small mirror on the bottom ( a little hard to see in this image. ) The mirror serves two purposes: first it allows you to reflect on your self, and second, it reflects away from you any bad feelings or intentions.

1 3/4" x 1 1/4"

$67.00

SOLD

 

Kwan Yin

SOLD

As you can see I am particularly fond of Kwan Yin. She's one of my favorite goddesses; I have several statues of her around the place. She reminds us to be compassionate in our dealings with others as well as with ourselves.

This necklace features an old Chinese stamp with the likeness of Kwan Yin as well as a piece of our exclusive 'Asia' patterned dichroic glass.  I love this pendant and if it doesn't sell quickly I might have to keep it in my personal collection.

Comes on an 18" sterling snake chain.

Approx size: Square is 1" x 1", Length of

 whole piece approx. 2"

$65.00

Coral Seas

A lovely stamp featuring coral and a little fish is enhanced with a pewter starfish and some tiny shells. A lovely altered art piece to wear.

1 3/4" x 1 1/4"

Comes on an 18" sterling snake chain.

$49.99

SOLD

     

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Last modified: July 22, 2010