Thoughtfully made, one piece at a time
The Bink Ashes Pendant is a small, handmade piece of jewellery that permanently holds a pinch of your loved one’s ashes.
One side is textured and the other polished (with an inscription of your choice if you wish).
I make each piece in my Bristol workshop using traditional silver and goldsmithing techniques. The idea is simple; something deeply personal that is well-made and meaningful, which you can wear every day.
“The very first pendant was made for my family after my dad died, and that meaning continues to shape every piece I create today.”
Max Thompson
About the Bink Ashes Pendant
One side is highly polished and, if you wish, I will inscribe your loved one’s name, wording of your choice or even a symbol. This side also carries the hallmark.
The other side is textured.
Dad loved engineering, and one of his favourite engineers was Brunel. He somehow got hold of a section of Brunel’s wide gauge railway, and I use this piece to add the texture. It creates a small but meaningful link to Dad and also to Bristol, where I live and make the pendants.
No two pendants are exactly the same. They are all made individually, one-by-one.
A personal experience
Whether it is to remember a member of your family or a beloved pet, the Bink pendant is a very personal item. With this in mind, I like to meet my clients before I am commissioned. In person or online. It is entirely up to you.
During the consultation we will talk through:
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The text or name you would like engraved
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The metal
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The type and length of chain
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How the ashes will be collected and handled
I will take you through the whole process from start to finish, including how I work with the ashes. Everything is always clearly labelled, carefully stored and treated with respect.
If you already have a chain you would like to use, I can make the bail to fit.
Any questions at all, please drop me a line.
Max
Ready to begin your own pendant?
You do not need to have all the details decided before you get in touch. Send me a message using the form and we can talk through everything together. I handle each commission from start to finish and will guide you through every step in a clear and personal way.
The process
Get in touch
Send a message, email, or request a call, whichever feels easiest.
Personal Consultation
A relaxed conversation online or in person to go through the details.
Sending or delivering the ashes
You can either bring a small amount of ashes to me, or I can post you a small glass vial and pre-addressed package so you can return them safely.
Hand crafting your pendant
I form, texture, fill and permanently seal the pendant here in Bristol.
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Hallmarking and engraving
Your chosen text is engraved and the piece is hallmarked before its final polish.
Final checks and delivery
Your pendant arrives in a presentation box with a care card and cloth. If there are any unused ashes I will return them exactly as agreed.
Pricing
Each pendant is made to order, so the final cost depends on your choice of metal, engraving and chain.
As a guide:
Sterling silver Bink ashes pendant
(with chain, engraving and hallmarking):
Prices start from £475
Gold and other metals are available and will be priced individually.
Give a meaningful gift
If you would like to give a pendant as a present, but are not ready to send ashes yet, or if you would prefer the recipient to choose their own wording, metal or chain, a gift card is a simple option.
It is a thoughtful way to give something personal and lasting.
