The Kaleidoscope Scope Top Hat, 2023 Pendant

The Kaleidoscope Scope Top Hat (unreleased as of 2024) , 2023 Pedant by Joel (Sargent Pepper) Briggs.

Sargent Pepper writes,
” We plan to surprise about 30 people with them once completed. But the picture below is similar. Unfortunately, the cost to fabricate one is very high (this does not include assembly time). We will only be manufacturing 150. The reason for this is the assembly time required and two pieces will require hand machining. Projected shipping around March 2024. The finish will be silver and gold plated. This will be a collectors piece much like the locket.”

Joel (Sargent Pepper) Briggs is one of the Playas most prolific and artistic makers. Each year he produces a variety of pendants based on personal Burning Man experiences. Joel’s language of  Sign, Symbol and Metaphors creates a deep visual story. His use of materials and production methods pushes his Story Telling past the boundaries with the addition of 3D texture and a sculptural feel. Joel also uses precious metals of Gold and Silver to add a status of importance . The Gold and Silver comes from his own mining claim. He blasts out the ore which is then crushed and refined to pure Gold and Silver! He unique pieces are highly treasured by collectors. A pendant of Joel’s is published in Karen (Suki) Christians, Christine (Lady Bee) Kristen book, Jewelry of Burning Man. p75.