<Old 5②> A high-intensity combination of elements that amplify the striking impact of the large, square smoky quartz: box design, long length, and a double-strand style. [550]

Introduction

Hello, I am picturesque.

I have come to realize that while there is jewelry characterized by uniformity — achieved through various “treatments” and refinements — there is also jewelry crafted from gemstone-quality stones that preserves the mineral’s original, natural form.

Here, I would like to introduce a three-piece set featuring a striking, large-sized pendant made of the well-known “Smoky Quartz.”

The tag “<Old 5–2>” at the beginning of the title indicates an upgrade from the previous “<Old 5–1>.”

The design has evolved from a long necklace of Smoky Quartz beads to a long pendant set on an 18K yellow gold base.

Although both “<Old 5–1>” and “<Old 5–2>” feature the same type of stone, the actual piece has undergone significant changes; I hope you enjoy this new iteration.

Beauty found within the darkness — the allure of untreated, khaki-toned dark brown Smoky Quartz in a large-stone, 18K gold-based jewelry piece.

Untreated smoky quartz pendant top: Its khaki-brown hue — rather than a chocolate brown — reflects its untreated nature. Set in 18K yellow gold.

It has a very striking presence; even with strong lighting, this is the limit of what can be captured.

Normally, it has great depth and appears almost black.

<Old 5②> Total of 4 items (including 2 bracelets): I initially arranged them like this, but then connected the separate bracelets ↓.

<Old 5②> Total of 3 items (bracelet changed to a double-strand design): I consolidated the selection into these three minimalist pieces.

<Old 5②> Pendant: K18 yellow gold setting; smoky quartz. Large stone measuring 25mm in height (excluding the bail). 71cm Venetian chain.

<Old 5②> Bracelet: K18 yellow gold. A double-strand design featuring the same box-like shape but with slight variations in the pattern.

<Old 5②> Ring (unchanged from <Old 5–1>): K18 yellow gold openwork setting. Smoky quartz. Size 17.

Outfit example: A long, lace dress in a muted pink shade. Well-tailored and fully lined.

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Conclusion

This dark smoky quartz pendant was a piece that proved difficult to photograph effectively.

In the “Refinements” post from July 8, 2026, I managed to make the image easier to view by using the AI ​​”Google Gemini” — which I had started using in June 2026 — to process the background into pure white.

While I had previously believed that a black background would enhance the mysterious allure of the jewelry, I changed my perspective to prioritize “clarity” and “ease of understanding” instead.

Unfortunately, this valuable, untreated large smoky quartz pendant was later damaged due to certain circumstances.

Although I managed to present it at the time, I have rarely encountered such a large stone since then.

It is true that for relatively abundant stones like amethyst, smoky quartz, and citrine, finding large specimens is easier.

I also reconsidered the bracelet design, moving away from a two-strand style to a single, more impactful strand; ultimately, only the ring remained.

The journey of this ring eventually led to the creation of a new three-piece set designated as <New 38>.

Since there is currently no blog post for <New 38>, I imagine the day will come when I publish a new post with a new number, accompanied by a YouTube video.

I hope you will keep an eye out for an article with <New 38> at the beginning of the title (^-^).

Writer: picturesque