Abalone Shell Elephant Earrings
Elephant earrings with Iridescent shimmers of the Abalone Shell, each piece is unique and colouring varies from Sea Greens and Blues, to Fiery Reds, Oranges and yellows, to Pinky Purple hues.
Size 16mm with Rhodium plated Silver, base metal brass
Or choose Sterling Silver ear wire. Size Approx. 15 / 18 mm and Stamped with 925. Example last image
Matching necklace available
Sourced from New Zealand and is a Maori tradition. Abalone is also known as Paua shell or Sea Opal, Abalone shell is deemed a a good luck positive shell and makes the perfect gift for occasions such as weddings, birthdays and Christmas.
Each piece of Paua shell is never the same. If you want specific colours or markings, please contact me prior to purchasing.
Presented in a Organza bag (1 bag per order) Organza bag colour and style will vary. You will also receive jewellery care information as well as information on the Abalone shell.
Our Paua shell is sustainably sourced & is nickel, cadmium & lead compliant. Also Hypoallergenic.
What does this mean ? There are regulations about what metals can be used in jewellery, nickel, lead and cadmium are the ones that have to be tested. All Abalone jewellery falls well within the permitted levels, and is closest as can be to being “free” of these metals.
Rhodium plating is a metal deposition process used to coat materials with a decorative and protective layer of rhodium. Rhodium is a noble metal that imparts an extremely bright and hard wearing finish when applied as plating. When applied as a thin plate, it affords a durable finish of exceptional brightness. Rhodium finishes can greatly enhance the appearance and longevity of any metal to which they are applied.
The perfect gift for the elephant , nature, animal lover in your life.
Elephant Meaning
Many cultures revere the Elephant as a symbol of strength and power. It is also praised for its size, longevity, stamina, mental faculties, cooperative spirit, and loyalty. To the Hindu way of thought, the elephant is found in the form of Ganesha who is the god of luck, fortune, protection and is a blessing upon all new projects.
**** JEWELLERY CARE ****
My jewellery is Silver plated with a base metal of Brass or Zinc / Sterling Silver.
Please do not wear your jewellery in water, this includes baths, showers , pools and the sea.
Please store away from direct sunlight and heat.
Contact with creams , oils , perfumes and cosmetics can cause metal discoloration / skin residue.
This type of issue is not a manufacturing fault and can be avoided if my care plan is adhered too.
Damage due to general wear and tear is determined by the wearer i do not hold responsibility for this.
Jewellery should be handled delicately. For example crystal jewellery needs extra care . Some crystals are low on the crystal hardness scale and can break and chip more easily than others. For example Fluorite has a low hardness scale.
Please take care not to drop or scuff your jewellery.
