Shimmery Abalone Shell Coin Earrings
SKU:
$40.00
$40.00 - $42.00
per item
Abalone shell wire work coin beads earrings in sterling silver. The abalone shell beads are strung and accented with elegant swirls and spirals or silver. The earrings are hung on sterling silver ear-wires and packaged in hand-stamped gift box. The abalone shells feature beautiful flashes of blue, green, and purple which will stand out in any outfit. These tasteful yet flashy earrings are designed to bring out the carefree nature of your inner mermaid.
Each piece is made-to-order, and the photos shown are examples of the piece you will receive. Your jewelry will be made with the same wire work technique and same size and quality of stone. There will be natural variation in the colors and patterns of the stones, as well as variation due to the handmade nature, ensuring that your jewelry is truly unique! Each shell has unique colors and patterns, so of you would like to choose your shell just send me a message before or after purchase for photos.
Abalone shell is created on the inner layer of the shells of mollusks in the genus Haliotis. It is made of a blend of minerals (called nacre) that are secreted by the oyster and deposited on the inside of its shell for protection, yet it also results in a lovely iridescent sheen. Abalone shell was used by Native Northwest American Indians for cleansing, offerings and prayers, as well as jewelry (of course!) Abalone is also thought to help calm emotions like the waves of the tide, clearing fear and sorrow from the heart chakra.
SIZE: Two sizes are available, and are shown for size comparison in the last photo. The large pair is Approximately 1 3/8" x 5/8" from the top of the ear wire and uses 14mm focal point beads. The smaller pair is Approximately 1 1/4" x 1/2" an uses 12mm focal point beads.
MODERN MERMAID COLLECTION: Other shimmery abalone shell and lustrous pearl jewelry from the Modern Mermaid Collection are designed to coordinate with this piece. The goal of Modern Mermaid Collection is to help today's classy woman show her inner carefree and graceful mermaid. The collection combines colorful abalone shell, lustrous pearls, and whimsical wire work to create magical art jewelry. Click HERE to see the rest of the jewelry in the Modern Mermaid Collection.
CLEANING: Silver will naturally darken, or tarnish, due to reactions with sulfides in the air. Each piece of Kosmic Krystals' silver jewelry comes with a non-tarnish strip and bag that prevents absorbing and trapping the sulfides and other pollutants in the air. If kept in a sealed bag or jewelry box with your silver jewelry the strip will prevent tarnishing for approximately 6 months. Abalone shell should not be cleaned using any harsh silver or gemstones cleaners. Some tarnish can be removed with a polishing cloth, but deeper areas cannot be reached. However, this natural patina can give the piece an interesting antiqued look. Any dirt and debris can be easily removed with a gentle toothbrush and warm soapy water.
EAR WIRES: These earrings are hung on sterling silver ear wires, which are generally non-irritating. If you are allergic to silver just send me a message and I can change your ear wires to titanium wires, which are slightly darker but hypoallergenic.
View more enchantingly elegant gemstone jewelry from Kosmic Krystals in the Storefront. Custom jewelry is available, for inquiries see the Custom Order Page and Request Form. Thank you for visiting Kosmic Krystals!
Each piece is made-to-order, and the photos shown are examples of the piece you will receive. Your jewelry will be made with the same wire work technique and same size and quality of stone. There will be natural variation in the colors and patterns of the stones, as well as variation due to the handmade nature, ensuring that your jewelry is truly unique! Each shell has unique colors and patterns, so of you would like to choose your shell just send me a message before or after purchase for photos.
Abalone shell is created on the inner layer of the shells of mollusks in the genus Haliotis. It is made of a blend of minerals (called nacre) that are secreted by the oyster and deposited on the inside of its shell for protection, yet it also results in a lovely iridescent sheen. Abalone shell was used by Native Northwest American Indians for cleansing, offerings and prayers, as well as jewelry (of course!) Abalone is also thought to help calm emotions like the waves of the tide, clearing fear and sorrow from the heart chakra.
SIZE: Two sizes are available, and are shown for size comparison in the last photo. The large pair is Approximately 1 3/8" x 5/8" from the top of the ear wire and uses 14mm focal point beads. The smaller pair is Approximately 1 1/4" x 1/2" an uses 12mm focal point beads.
MODERN MERMAID COLLECTION: Other shimmery abalone shell and lustrous pearl jewelry from the Modern Mermaid Collection are designed to coordinate with this piece. The goal of Modern Mermaid Collection is to help today's classy woman show her inner carefree and graceful mermaid. The collection combines colorful abalone shell, lustrous pearls, and whimsical wire work to create magical art jewelry. Click HERE to see the rest of the jewelry in the Modern Mermaid Collection.
CLEANING: Silver will naturally darken, or tarnish, due to reactions with sulfides in the air. Each piece of Kosmic Krystals' silver jewelry comes with a non-tarnish strip and bag that prevents absorbing and trapping the sulfides and other pollutants in the air. If kept in a sealed bag or jewelry box with your silver jewelry the strip will prevent tarnishing for approximately 6 months. Abalone shell should not be cleaned using any harsh silver or gemstones cleaners. Some tarnish can be removed with a polishing cloth, but deeper areas cannot be reached. However, this natural patina can give the piece an interesting antiqued look. Any dirt and debris can be easily removed with a gentle toothbrush and warm soapy water.
EAR WIRES: These earrings are hung on sterling silver ear wires, which are generally non-irritating. If you are allergic to silver just send me a message and I can change your ear wires to titanium wires, which are slightly darker but hypoallergenic.
View more enchantingly elegant gemstone jewelry from Kosmic Krystals in the Storefront. Custom jewelry is available, for inquiries see the Custom Order Page and Request Form. Thank you for visiting Kosmic Krystals!