Wiggle and Stripe Earrings Gemstone:white teardrop freshwater pearl gold-filled hook clasp

gold-filled hook clasp

The frit and powder are laid out in a specific format on a steel plate

This bronze work began with conceptual visualization

Spending several nights wandering through Hortus Arboretum and Botanical Gardens by lantern light

Wiggle and Stripe Earrings Gemstone:white teardrop freshwater pearl gold-filled hook claspNot your mother's pearl earrings! The wild and whimsical waves of this lightweight earring have a distinct attitude of their own. Each piece is hand fabricated using sterling silver and 18k gold, then individually hand textured with a fine point, stipple pattern, and hand engraved with random stripes. These cuts expose the silver layer beneath. A black patina accentuates the pattern in black and gold. 14k gold post backs and 14k gold filled "monster"