The Drum Bead is a delightful small bead with a circle of 14K golden knots over antiqued sterling silver. For those who enjoy a two tone pendant that's small, yet has refined simplicity, this is it. Inspired by a Tibetan prayer wheel Helen saw on her first trip to the Himalayas. Designed by Helen and handmade in her Santa Fe, NM studio.

14K Gold over Silver

Size: 1/2" x 1/2"

Meaning of Knot

Shannon Knot:

This knot, with its crisscrossing form, is oval in shape. The knot within the oval is harmonious. Ovals are about community and also creativity. If you consider the different strands as energy, then you see how in this knot, movement is endless throughout the pattern, always the same from any angle.

Designer Information

Helen Chantler
Lead Designer & Co-founder


From an early age, traveling the world, I saw how art, craft and creativity brought beauty into everyday life. Jewelry, as adornment, has been an expression of art and culture, that can range from the legendary to the personal and intimate, marking occasions and holding memories.

Remembering the ancient Celtic stories and legends I grew up with in the UK brought me back to my tribal ancestry. Celtic design comes out of reverence for the earth and generations of tribal tradition. From this place, I have tried to bring contemporary style to motifs that are ancient and meaningful. I view my business as a community that must benefit human communities without harming ecosystems which is why I am pleased we work with 100% recycled metals and, when ever possible, ethically sourced gemstones.