Here's your statement piece! It's made from a silverplate tray handle. The elegant "V" shape brought the word Valkyrie to mind.  I cleaned, polished and set 4 grey crystals in the necklace.  The black cord necklace is adjustable.  The shield necklace is 22"-24" long. The shield measures 4" wide and 2" long.  Enjoy!
 
To be called a valkyrie means to be a fierce, strong, and courageous woman, referencing figures from Norse mythology who were warrior maidens and attendants of the god Odin. In myths, they would choose which fallen warriors deserved to go to the afterlife in Valhalla. Today, the name is used to describe women who embody these traits, symbolizing bravery, strength, and honor in battle or other aspects of life.  
In Norse mythology
"Chooser of the slain": 
The name "Valkyrie" comes from the Old Norse word for "chooser of the slain". 
Guides to Valhalla: 
They were female supernatural beings who guided the souls of the bravest fallen warriors to Odin's hall, Valhalla. 
Warrior maidens: 
Often depicted as flying on horseback with armor and weapons, they were warrior women who were fearless and unwavering. 
Symbolic significance: 
They represented honor, bravery, and the glory of battle. 
In modern usage
Symbol of strength and courage: 
The term is used today to describe a woman who is strong, fierce, and courageous. 
Modern interpretation: 
It's a name that has been adopted in modern culture, such as by the WNBA team the Golden State Valkyries, to represent strength and boldness, notes this Yahoo Sports article. 
Popular culture: 
The image of the valkyrie is popular in fantasy literature, video games, and movies, often portraying independent and courageous female characters, according to Ancestry.com.