Meet Kate Mercer
I never planned to start a jewelry brand. But after years of searching for Christian jewelry that felt genuine, meaningful, and beautiful — not tacky, not cheap — I realized I had to create it myself. I wanted pieces that spoke to faith, that reminded women they were blessed, that felt as sacred on the inside as they looked on the outside.
I was frustrated with what existed. Most Christian jewelry felt outdated or mass-produced. I wanted something luminous, something that felt like morning light through stained glass, something you'd pass down to your daughter. So I taught myself silversmithing, studied the history of Christian symbolism, and began sketching in prayer.
Halora was born from a single moment: sitting in my studio, holding a finished cross pendant, feeling the weight of intention in my hands. I named it Halora — a fusion of halo and prayer. From that moment, I knew this was my calling.
Why Ashveil Exists
Halora means 'halo' and 'prayer.' Founded in 2019, our mission is simple: create sterling silver jewelry that carries sacred meaning.
Each piece is handcrafted with intention, designed for women of deep faith.
What makes Halora special:
• Every piece is blessed and named with spiritual intention
• Handcrafted Sterling silver — no mass production, no shortcuts
• Hypoallergenic, nickel-free, safe for daily wear
• Lifetime warranty because sacred things last
Halora is for women aged 40–70 who pray, who believe, who want their jewelry to reflect their faith. It's for sisters, mothers, grandmothers. It's for moments of grace.
With devoted gratitude,
Rachel Grace Mitchell
Founder, Halora
WHY WE'RE CLOSING
I never thought I'd be writing this.
When I started Halora, I believed I'd craft these pieces forever. The work filled my soul. But life has a way of reshaping our paths, and I've realized I must close on my own terms while my heart is still full.
Running Halora has become unsustainable. Costs have risen, competition is fierce, and I'm spending more time on operations than on the sacred craft itself. I'm exhausted, not by the work, but by the business. I want my last pieces to carry joy, not burden. I want to close while Halora is still blessed, still beautiful, still true.
So this is it — our final collection. Every piece is now £19 (down from £89). Once this stock is gone, Halora closes forever. No restock. No return. I'm giving everything away because I want every woman who's ever dreamed of owning meaningful Christian jewelry to have that chance. This is my final gift to the faithful.Thank you for letting Halora be part of your prayer journey.
Rachel Grace Mitchell