real butterfly wing necklace black and white common sailor butterflies hand forged sterling silver banded agate on stand

Real Butterfly Wing Necklace - Common Sailor - Banded Agate Silver

$125.00

Real Butterfly Wing Necklace - Common Sailor - Banded Agate Silver

Name: Real Butterfly Wing Necklace - Common Sailor - Banded Agate Silver
Brand: Isms Butterfly Conservation Art
SKU: INNHHBASS
Price: 125.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Real butterfly wing necklace. Made from carefully preserved Common Sailor butterfly wing (Neptis hylas). Hand forged sterling silver festoons, stamped chain and faceted banded-agate, in versatile shades of ivory and brown. This conversation piece gives artisan vibes, for those with a refined taste for what deems fit to wear. 18" necklace length. Sterling silver stamped rectangle chain and spring ring clasp.

The real Asian butterfly wing has been preserved through an intricate process leaving it 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.

Handmade by artist Holly Ulm in Brainerd, MN.

$125.00

Every specimen had a life worth knowing.

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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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.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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Artist formed metal-work, using cold-forge technique, with anvil and chasing hammers. Made in studio: Brainerd, Minnesota.

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Named after the Aches River (now the Drillo) in Sicily, when discovered by ancient Greeks. Known as “Earth Rainbow” believed to protect against lightning, quench thirst and guard against evil spirits. A microcrystalline quartz (chalcedony) characterized by distinct; often concentric bands/stripes of varying colors and textures. Formed in voids of volcanic rock, with layers built over time by silica-rich water. A trigonal cryptocrystalline quartz with vitreous to waxy luster. Roman scholars prized it for healing and in many traditions it was used to ensure victory in battle and to protect travelers.

A grounding and stabilizing stone used to harmonize yin/yang and emotional, physical and mental imbalances. Believed to provide feelings of safety and security while enhancing concentration, perception and analytical abilities. Fosters courage and communication.

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