Service Tree Pendant

100% recycled sterling silver with peridot 'berries'.  18" sterling silver trace chain included.

Once widespread, the wild service tree is now confined to a few ancient woodland sites in the UK.  It requires open canopies, so its largest threat is under- or mis-managed woodlands which grow too dense to support it.

Although not endangered outside of the UK - there are steady numbers in Continental Europe - they are very rare here, meaning several pollinator species who rely in its fruit and berries (known as 'chequers') to get by, are also suffering as a result. 

NB: Peridot is a mineral olivine - avoid wearing next to your skin if you are allergic to olivine.  If skin sensitivity occurs, wash effected area with warm water and a gentle cleanser.

Service trees support a massive range of wildlife including leafcutter bees, stag beetles, winter moths, nuthatches, mice and woodpeckers.

Fun fact: before hops was cultivated, service tree fruits were used to flavour beer.