Merchants of the Sun is an Australian jewellery label renowned for ethically crafted silver and gold collections. Emily is currently the contributing editor of The Journal, managing all content, strategy and copy therein, as well as product names and descriptions.
EROSIVE CHOKER
Representing the place where time goes, the Erosive Choker is all-knowing. A beacon of perception, it takes a discerning eye to capture such a sense of continuity.
The Erosive is comprised of spherical freshwater pearls, occasionally intervened by 925 sterling silver beads and finished with a chain clasp.
PARAGON SIGNET
Energised by pattern but not confined to rigidity, there’s a curiosity behind the Paragon Signet. Metal pavements unite in stencil, as though sympathetic to certainty.
This square signet features a herringbone pattern on its face and a smooth band, crafted with consideration from 18k gold vermeil on 925 sterling silver.
CONTINUUM RING
Coils of continuance embrace in fruition. Without ego, ailment or confusion, the Continuum Ring conveys situational awareness at every turn.
Completed with a twist effect in 18k gold vermeil, altering in proportion as the banded face turns around the finger.
TERRAIN STUD
Overlapping ideas neatly contrast to form the basis of imagination. The Terrain Stud delves into the conceptual, the ideas that are cut into the frame of our thinking.
This stud features a multi-layer face, with jagged shapes joined in feature, crafted with consideration from 925 sterling silver.
INTERLUDE STUD
If sureness was a storyteller, there’s no questioning its abilities. The Interlude Stud explores the curvature of metal, like notes on a staff, angled to integrate with the lobe.
This statement stud follows a hollow arch at the front, wrapping around to neatly hug the ear lobe and finish out of sight.
ARCHITRAVE BAND
If fortune favours the bold, transience taunts the brash. Each metal architrave is a marker drawn in time, with the Architrave Band as the arbiter.
This band ring features metal stripes with blue resin in each concave, crafted with consideration from recycled 925 sterling silver.
VERGE RING
The very nature of existence can be found in the Verge Ring. With its silent conviction and curved face, it serves as a reminder of the push and pull of presence.
This mounded design protrudes dimensionally at the front, wrapping smoothly around the finger in 18k gold vermeil on 925 sterling silver.
CADENCE CUFF
Gentle into the day rises the Cadence Cuff, a revision of mental horizons. A series of distortions travelling across the wrist, in search of what’s more.
This thin cuff follows a wave design, changing in angle and leaving a break at the wrist. Crafted with consideration from 925 sterling silver.
FIGMENT RING
A moment of sculptural fluidity, embedded into steady matter. The Figment Ring is nothing short of decoratively seismic and dedicated to boundless contours.
This statement ring features a warped metal design, varying in mass around the finger and crafted with consideration from 18k gold vermeil on 925 sterling silver.
CONCORD NECKLACE
The Concord Necklace exemplifies a crossing of conceptual paths, diverging in nature, appearance and conviction. There’s consensus between each direction, regardless of purpose.
The Concord unites two halves, one of freshwater pearls and the other of our Nyx-style chain. A T-bar clasp exists either as a feature or purely functional, crafted with consideration from ethically sourced 925 recycled silver.
SYLLABIC RING
A memento of always, the Syllabic Ring retires any need for haste. Connection is the vernacular of humility, indexed according to closeness.
The Syllabic features interlocking chain-like shapes and a smooth edge, crafted with consideration from 925 sterling silver.
ANCHOR BRACELET
Structured by character and sidelined by contrast, the Anchor Bracelet is a depiction of neutrality. Two sides rest on middle ground to assess a world without end, with wholeness in their gaze.
The Anchor features freshwater pearls and chain links, both sides secured by our all-new, handmade carabiner-style clasp. Crafted with consideration from ethically sourced 925 recycled silver, this piece is unisex - designed to fit and suit you all.
QUADRUM SLEEPER
Within the bounds of the Quadrum, there are lessons at every turn. The Quadrum Sleeper is stationed somewhere between geometry and vastness, reflected in its angular build.
METSUKI SIGNET
If more is the rebellion of less, the Metsuki opposes neither. Fixed with an illustration of vision, you’re readily summoned to explore the paradox of outward solitude.
The Metsuki is etched into a subtle rhombus shape, moving seamlessly into a wide, curved band. Hammered edges portray the careful workmanship channelled into each piece.
GRYPHON RING
Known as a guardian of treasure and a mouthpiece for the sun, the Gryphon epitomises a level of invincible enthusiasm found only in roles of protection. Its composite nature is reflected exactly in the design, reconciling strength in sureness with the detail of determinacy.
The Gryphon protrudes from a curved rectangular setting, standing amidst a band of geometric indents and scores.
GAMBIT RING
If time is spent, the Gambit is calculated. Each moment within its mesmerising grid is a carefully measured manoeuvre. The trust found in formulaic rhythms and patterns is boldly embodied by our latest band ring.
A checkered face combines recycled 925 sterling silver and royal blue enamel, creating a stylised, sequential swatch.
ERUDITE RING
Arriving at a destination where control is both a weapon and a refuge, the Erudite exhales strength. The scorpion teaches to rest on the laurels of oneself, calmly and completely. The Erudite signet absorbs fear and radiates passion, depicting the way we take and use the energy of others.
GRAVITAS PENDANT
Give yourself over to the guardian of goodness. The Gravitas Pendant is a keeper of all that is virtuous, watchful and noble. If protection were a temperament, the tiger would be its physical impression, hence its status of dignity.
Set into Royal Blue or Deep Black enamel, the Gravitas depicts a tiger in recycled 925 sterling silver hanging on an adjustable chain. Etched edges portray the careful workmanship channelled into each piece.
CIRCADIAN RING
Expressing natural routines and cycles of creation, Circadian II is the blueprint. A product born out of sleight of hand, there’s more guile to a simple adornment than meets the eye.
The Circadian II is an understated staple, presenting a consistently wide band around the finger. Deliberate notches and flecks in the ring's exterior both interrupt and enhance its aspect.
ENVY PENDANT
Caught in the waves and surrendering to the wash, The Envy Pendant advances a mission of self. The unmistakable icon of a palm tree is set into an oval face and enamel pool, sitting flush with 925 recycled silver and evoking all feelings of certainty.
They will envy the sun that wakes him, and the ground that shakes him, for only the bold and the brazen could ever wear such a piece.
HALLMARK PENDANT
Exhaling ennui and celebrating elation, the Hallmark Pendant is a compass of goodness. In an exercise of polarity, this piece both emits and absorbs virtue.
Featuring our Hallmark symbol on its face and sealed with a blessing by Merchants of the Sun on the reverse side, this rounded pendant skims the neck to rest beneath the collar.
HELIOS BRACELET
Meet our latest rendition of the Helios, named for the solar deity. As the supervisor of the universe, attributes of power and insight are precisely forged into silver.
Despite its affiliation with the sun, the versatile Helios Bracelet is designed to be worn morning, noon and night.
Complete with a message from Merchants etched into the clasp, the Helios is one of our more geometric chains featuring tightly interlocked links.
THE CHERUB
Bend to the whims of romance with The Cherub, a silver homage to all that is felt, however fleeting. Attest to the rosiness of celestial representation is to embrace an ignition of existence, found atop your knuckles.
The Cherub is set in a tall signet shape flowing into a creased band. Hammered edges portray the careful workmanship channelled into each piece.
PARALIAN EARRING
The Paralian stalls tempo in the face of tension, inspired by oceanic allure. Idle hours are long and fantasies even more so under the guidance of our own lighthouses, each with The Paralian as its keeper.
Sleek edges portray the careful workmanship channelled into each piece, finished with a hinge closure. Purchase in a pair or separately.
THE BLANK II
Sheltered by reflexivity, The Blank II is a home in silver. Through windows of reflection seep melodies of intention, creating a steadfast, cohesive structure.
This piece is a revision of a previous staple, Blank II, incorporating a similarly simple face and worn band. Hammered edges portray the careful workmanship channelled into each piece.
ENERGY RING
In the throes of chaos, the Energy Ring is as final as the last glimpse of sunlight in the ending of our day.
Loaded movement and incalculable power are filtered into silver, creating both fixation and emission of energy.
HELIOS NECKLACE
Meet our latest rendition of the Helios, named for the solar deity. As the supervisor of the universe, attributes of power and insight are precisely embodied by silver.
Attributes of power and insight are embodied by silver, forged with precision. Despite its affiliation with the sun, the versatile Helios Necklace is designed to be worn morning, noon and night.
LACUNA CUFF
Driving a story of aptitude, the Lacuna Cuff speaks to the dichotomy of noise and silence. Its rugged composure contrasts against sleek irony to ground itself amidst conviction.
This piece traces the wrist, styled with an open end. The underside is finished in a neat crosshatch, contrasting the smooth lustre of the outer surface.
LURE CUFF
Orient yourself in stillness, in slowness with the Lure Cuff. Pitching a presence of clarity, there is no charade in a meeting of halcyon forces.
The Lure Cuff is open-ended and rounded with a levelled front. Hammered edges portray the careful workmanship channelled into each piece.
BREVITY EARRING
A compass of neutrality, almost lost in volition. The Brevity Sleeper is characterised by its adaptability to various scenes and motifs. Whatever the wish and wherever the desire, the Brevity watches with intention.
The Brevity Sleeper is a versatile staple crafted from recycled 18k gold vermeil, finished with a hinge closure and best suited to hug the lobe or helix. Purchase as a pair or individually.