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Real Butterfly Wing Necklace - Yellow Xuthus Swallowtail - Lapis Labradorite Silver

$375.00

Real Butterfly Wing Necklace - Yellow Xuthus Swallowtail - Lapis Labradorite Silver

Name: Real Butterfly Wing Necklace - Yellow Xuthus Swallowtail - Lapis Labradorite Silver
Brand: Isms Butterfly Conservation Art
SKU: OOAKBNPXLALPS
Price: 375.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Real butterfly wing necklace. Exquisite gem quality large faceted lapis lazuli, labradorite and tiger striped butterflies. 36 labradorite stones reflect rainbows and 8 lapis stones streaked with gold veins reflect and fluoresce. The conservation supporting butterfly wings are an iconic shape and patterning, poised to start conversations and receive compliments. A statement necklace that's ready for the boardroom, the holidays or the runway. Made from carefully preserved Xuthus Swallowtail butterfly (Papilio xuthus) wing. This carefully selected rare stone necklace gives bespoke vibes, for those with a refined taste for what defines precious. Sterling silver braided wire through the beadwork. 19" necklace length. Sterling silver toggle 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.

$375.00

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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Lapis lazuli is a deep blue metamorphic rock that has been prized for over 6,000 years. It remains a cornerstone of artisanal jewelry and holistic practices. It is graded by absence of less desirable matrix minerals. Blue lazurite is most highly prized. Gold pyrite adds metallic sheen and hardness, which is considered a prized addition, especially in even flecked distribution. White calcite is a common component, the more of which is present, the lower the grade of the gem.

Known as the “Stone of Truth”, it is believed to enhance intellectual ability, stimulate intuition, and balance communication. Used today in meditation to clear mental fog and provide objectivity. Ancient Egyptians associated it with the heavens and divinities, and used it for everything from amulets and medicinal elixirs to King Tut’s burial mask. In medieval times it was believed to ward off evil and foster wisdom, making it a symbolic gift to indicate loyalty and trust.

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A captivating feldspar mineral famous for its “labradorescence” ~ an iridescent play of color that mimics the Northern Lights. The value of labradorite is determined by the quality of its “flash” (schiller effect). High-grade specimens show vivid, multi-colored flashes (spectrolite). Labradorite that is white in base color is labeled “Rainbow Moonstone”.

Known as a “Stone of Transformation” it is believed to help individuals navigate change and strengthen their will. It is thought to create a “shield” around the aura, protecting the wearer from negativity and energy leaks, while aiding in psychic expansion and mental clarity. Inuit folklore tells us the Northern Lights were once trapped in the rocks along the coast of Labrador until a warrior struck them with a spear, releasing the lights to the sky while some remained trapped in the stone.

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