Daphne's Whisper T-Bar Whistle® Bracelet
24k Gold Vermeil
A modern emblem of autonomy, the Daphne’s Whisper T-Bar Whistle® Bracelet carries a quiet message of defiance. Crafted in 24-karat gold vermeil, the t-bar pendant discreetly houses a fully functional whistle, blending refined silhouettes with subtle power. The chain links, sculpted to echo the laurel leaves, whisper of a quiet triumph and weave together a tale of resilience, courage, and the unyielding pursuit of freedom.
A finalist design for the UK Jewellery Awards 2025—Emerging Designer of the Year.
STORY
In Greek mythology, Apollo’s relentless pursuit of the nymph Daphne was fuelled by a blinding love she did not return. When capture seemed inevitable, Daphne called upon her father, the river god Peneus, in a desperate plea for freedom. In answer to her cry, Peneus transformed her into a laurel tree, protecting her from Apollo’s grasp. Though she had taken a new form, Daphne’s spirit remained unbroken. Her voice was carried in the rustling of the leaves—an eternal whisper of defiance and independence.
Daphne’s Whisper reimagines this defining moment, where Daphne’s voice became a symbol of resilience and quiet strength. A modern emblem of autonomy, the collection honours her unwavering spirit—an echo of her defiance, carried through time, unyielding and free.
DETAILS
Paired with a finely sculpted chain, each link echoing a laurel leaf. Daphne's Whisper T-Bar Whistle® Bracelet is forged to be worn simply or layered effortlessly.
Pendant Metal: 24k Gold Vermeil Plated on Sterling Silver
Pendant Dimensions: 24.00 mm X 0.40 mm
Chain Thickness: 10.00 mm
Chain Metal: 24k Gold Vermeil Plated on Sterling Silver
Chain Length: 7.00 Inches
GOLD VERMEIL
Pronounced ‘ver-may’, vermeil is a centuries-old term coined to describe a type of gold plating over a solid sterling silver base. It is a technique with superior quality and durability over standard gold plating. To be classed as gold vermeil, the sterling silver base must be gold-plated using the electrochemical technique with a gold purity of 10 karats or above and a plating thickness of at least 2.5 microns.
Gold karat (k) is a measurement of gold purity; each karat indicates 1/24th of the whole. 24k gold refers to the purest form of gold, with 99.9% of gold content. Zephyne’s gold vermeil layers 24k gold at 2.5 microns onto a sterling silver base, rendering the piece with a deep, rich golden hue. Our Memento Jewellery is designed to be worn on your daily adventure. With a little affection and care, your vermeil piece can stand the test of time and retain its lasting, alluring shine. Visit our Jewellery Care page for further details on the Memento Jewellery care ritual
RESPONSIBILITY
Our Memento Jewellery is forged to last a lifetime and beyond. From the fragments of mythological tales, each memento piece is cast in sterling silver through the ancient method of lost wax casting, with all excess metal waste refined and cast into new memento pieces. Our master jewellers use age-old handcrafted techniques and their maker’s magic to hand finish and gold-plate every individual piece. Like unearthed treasures, Memento Jewellery is one-of-a-kind and marked with unique traces of masterful craftsmanship.
Every step of our creation is driven by the people and their narratives. Memento Jewellery is a vessel of memories intended to be slowly collected and worn together as part of your story.
DELIVERY & RETURNS
Your Zephyne order is hand-packed with love and dispatched from our London studio within 1–2 working days.
UK Orders: Free Standard Delivery on All Orders
The estimated delivery time for UK orders is within 2-3 working days from the date of dispatch.
International Orders: £ 15.00
The estimated delivery time for international orders is 5-10 working days from the date of dispatch.
Please note that shipments to destinations outside of the UK may be subject to import duties and taxes, which vary depending on your location. We are pleased to cover all taxes and duties on all US orders. Regrettably, we are unable to cover taxes and duties for orders outside of the UK and the US.
Please see our Delivery & Returns page for more delivery details and information on import taxes and duties.
