real praying mantis wing pendant sterling silver agate strand necklace on mannequin

Real Praying Mantis Necklace - Rusty Executioner - Agate Sterling Silver

$100.00

Real Praying Mantis Necklace - Rusty Executioner - Agate Sterling Silver

Name: Real Praying Mantis Necklace - Rusty Executioner - Agate Sterling Silver
Brand: Isms Butterfly Conservation Art
SKU: NPMAGS
Price: 100.00 USD
Availability: InStock

Real praying mantis wing necklace, featuring one of the large leaf-like camouflage wings of the Rusty Executioner praying mantid. A statement necklace that embodies patience, self-care and taking up space, with legacy style. Made from carefully preserved rusty executioner praying mantis wings. Faceted Brazilian pink agates make the strand on this thick, yet petite cut, 16" necklace with sterling silver metalwork. Large sterling silver toggle clasp, and braided sterling wire through the strand.

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.

$100.00

Every specimen had a life worth knowing.

Learn More About This Species

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.

Learn more HERE

.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.

Learn more HERE

A natural pink agate from Botswana valued for its gentle aesthetic and stabilizing energy. In lithotherapy, practitioners believe it helps with circulation, immune support and detoxification.

Core meanings revolve around universal love, emotional healing and stabilization. Often linked to Goddess energy, and regarded as the “Protector of Children”. In Feng Shui it is believed to attract harmony when placed in the relationships corner.

Learn more HERE

Account

Your cart is empty