inlaid dots of abalone, sea snail and multiple varieties of mother of pearl (white, gold, and black) are set into dramatic black palm wood.

The dice, which are housed in a custom veneered container, were created as an emblem of friendship, love, and honor for a dice collector and dear friend.

 
 

Each small cube is joined on the inside with miniature miters to give a grain-wrapping effect.

Inspiration can come in many unique forms. This particular piece was inspired by strength, unyielding determination, and a fierce display of courage, unrelenting in the face of breast cancer.