Product Description
Pointed at both ends, banded above and below, laced down the front. It is an American football, drawn in metal and folded around a ball — and it gets the details right where it counts: the two tips taper to a genuine point instead of stopping square, a smooth band crimps the ball at each shoulder the way a real one is panel-sewn, and the front carries the lacing as a vertical run of five rounded slots rather than a printed line. Above, a fan of folded metal gathers the top into the bail; below, the tip closes with a small cross-hatch. Along both flanks, four-pointed stars are cut and raised in columns.
This is the pendant in the range that sells on a date rather than on a mood. August through November, plus homecoming, senior night, the end of the season and the start of the next one. Football moms buy it, players' girlfriends buy it, coaches get given it, and a whole squad can be served by the same design in different pearl colours, which is exactly the kind of repeat order that a laced ball generates and a flower does not. Write the copy for the season and keep the metal language plain: buyers in this category already know what a lacing panel is.
The two raised star panels are what separates it from a plain ball and they are worth describing, because in hand they are the first thing anyone touches. Cut and raised, they hold a shadow and stay readable in a photograph, which matters for a piece this slim. The bands at the shoulders are functional too: they keep the pearl centred so the ball hangs upright on the chain instead of rotating out of shape when the wearer moves.
Marked on the measuring image: 26.9mm / 1.06in high including the bail by 12.2mm / 0.48in wide. Chain shown is a fine snake chain, sold separately; a cord or a ball chain suits it too if you are styling it for a younger buyer. The two halves open on the hinge so the pearl can be changed by hand — shell pearls come in white, champagne, peach and coffee, so the same football can be offered in team colours without a new mould.
Specifications
| Material |
Copper; Finish: Silver Plated; Banded Openwork Football Cage; Shell Pearl |
| Pendant Size |
26.9mm / 1.06in High Including the Bail × 12.2mm / 0.48in Wide (as marked in the size graphic) |
| Centre Ball |
Shell Pearl, Colours as Shown (White, Champagne, Peach, Coffee; Ball Swappable) |
| Shape |
American Football, Pointed at Both Ends and Longer than it is Wide |
| Design Theme |
Both Tips Taper to a Genuine Point; a Smooth Band Crimps the Ball at Each Shoulder, as on a Panel-Sewn Football; the Front Carries the Lacing as a Vertical Run of Five Rounded Slots; above, a Fan of Folded Metal Gathers the Top into the Bail and the Lower Tip Closes with a Small Cross-Hatch; Four-Pointed Stars are Cut and Raised in Columns along Both Flanks; the Shoulder Bands Keep the Ball Centred so it Hangs Upright on the Chain; the Two Halves Open on the Hinge; Splined Bail |
| Symbolism |
Friday nights and the season — the one pendant in the range that sells against a date. Football mom, team gift, coach gift, senior night, homecoming, spirit wear. The raised stars carry the all-star reading for anyone who wants it: aim, achievement, and being picked. Being a cage, it is also a keepsake that can be refilled, which is what turns a single piece into a squad order in different pearl colours. |
| Feature |
Nickel-Free, Lead-Free, copper silver plated, plated front and back, both tips tapered to a true point, shoulder bands for a panel-sewn look, five-slot lacing panel down the front, raised four-pointed stars in columns on both side panels, fan-folded top and cross-hatched lower tip, slim silhouette that stays legible at thumbnail size, two halves open on the hinge so the ball can be swapped by hand, 1.06in high pendant |
| Style |
Sport and game day jewelry, silver tone, football pendant |
| Recommended Chain |
Silver tone snake or curb chain, as shown, 1–1.5mm; a ball chain or cord also suits the sport reading |
Value-Added Services
1. Brand Customization: Precision Laser Engraving
Build your own brand equity with low-barrier customization.
- Low Entry Cost: Enjoy zero setup fees with engraving available from as little as 1 piece.
- Pricing: Competitive surcharge of +$1.5/pc.
- Technical Requirements: To ensure the highest precision, please provide artwork in vector formats (AI, EPS, or SVG).
- Consultation First: Since engravable areas vary by design, our sales team will provide a feasibility assessment on location and artwork limits before production to ensure a perfect finish.
- Note: As these are bespoke branded items, they are treated as final sales (non-refundable).
2. Flexible Packaging Solutions
Ready for any business model, from Dropshipping to High-End Retail.
- White-Label / Dropshipping Ready: Our Standard Pack (neutral transparent OPP bags) is designed for seamless dropshipping. Guarantee blind shipping: no invoices, pricing, or brand branding will be included, protecting your customer relationships.
- Retail-Ready Experience: Elevate your unboxing experience with our Gift Box Collection. Simply add the desired boxes to your cart, and we will professionally pack your jewelry for a premium presentation.
3. Reliable Lead Times & Fulfillment
Optimized supply chain to support your order fulfillment.
- Rapid Dispatch: Ready-to-ship stock is processed within 3–7 working days.
- Urgent Demand: Expedited processing is available for rush orders to meet tight deadlines.
4. Low-Risk Sample Procurement
Verify quality before bulk orders.
- Quick Validation: Samples available for purchase (buyer covers shipping cost).
- Investment Rebate: Sample cost rebate available for subsequent bulk orders.
