real butterfly wing earrings orange Albatross butterflies faceted carnelian silver locking earring on wood stand

Real Butterfly Wing Earrings OOAK Appias nero Butterflies Faceted Carnelian Surgical Steel and Sterling Silver Locking Clasp Ear Hooks

$120.00
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real butterfly wing earrings orange Albatross butterflies faceted carnelian silver locking earring on wood stand

Real Butterfly Wing Earrings OOAK Appias nero Butterflies Faceted Carnelian Surgical Steel and Sterling Silver Locking Clasp Ear Hooks

Real butterfly wing earrings in vivid red toned orange. Bespoke micro-faceted square cut carnelian. Practical hypoallergenic surgical steel locking earring. Made from carefully preserved real Appias nero (orange albatross) butterfly wings. A bold little earring that celebrates nature.  Get them in full light, and their prismatic effects are absolutely dazzling. Light weight.

The wings have been preserved through an intricate process leaving them waterproof and similar in wear and care to eyeglass lenses, while retaining the delicate edges through meticulous artist skill.

All wings are ethically sourced from and for conservation. Please, see our FAQ for more information.

Handmade by artist Holly Ulm in Brainerd, MN.

$120.00

Every specimen had a life worth knowing.

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Jewelry-grade Bio-epoxy

A highly specialized, sustainable, eco-friendly alternative to traditional petroleum-based resins. Formulated with plant-based, bio-derived and waste-stream materials, it contains more than 30% renewable content. Material sources include soy, pine, or cashew nut shell liquids. Jewelry-grade bio-epoxy offers high clarity, low toxicity, and excellent durability, making it a preferred choice for crafting sustainable heritage quality art, while reducing reliance on petroleum-based products. VOC free. Crystal-clear finish with a high-gloss, glass-like sheen. Superior non-yellowing (UV resistant) properties, tensile strength, adhesive properties, and impact resistance, compared to traditional petroleum-based epoxies. Includes HALS (Hindered Amine Light Stabilizers) to prevent yellowing. Waterproof.

Bio-epoxy is seen as a preservation and amplification binder for the properties of the natural elements it's bonded to. It acts as a 'lock' holding these energies steady, while preserving and grounding them.

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Sterling Silver

.925 sterling silver is a durable, high-quality alloy consisting of 92.5% pure silver and 7.5% copper. This offers a brilliant white metal luster, while gaining hardness. Pure silver is too soft to maintain form easily without copper.
In folklore silver is associated with warding off evil and supernatural creatures.
In many cultures it's historically used as a token of good luck, prosperity, healing, or protection.

Known as an amplifier of energy, silver is believed to enhance the properties of other gemstones. Historically regarded as a shield against negativity, silver is considered a “cool” energy for soothing anxiety. Enhances communication.

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Carnelian

A chalcedony quartz ranging from deep shades of pale peach to fiery orange-red, often with bands of cream and brown. Known as the 'stone of motivation'.

Renowned as a motivation, courage, creativity and vitality amplifier, carnelian is said to boost confidence and in manifestation.

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