Sleeping Beauty Turquoise & Obsidian/Dragon Glass Earrings. 925 Sterling Silver Hand Forged Hoops
Sleeping Beauty Turquoise & Obsidian/Dragon Glass Earrings. 925 Sterling Silver Hand Forged Hoops
*you will be buying the exact pair as shown in the photos*
Art Deco Inspired Sleeping Beauty Turquoise & Black Obsidian Doughnut Earrings. All Sterling Silver Hand Forged Hoop Ear-wires and Headpins. The Black Obsidian is from Mexico and the Natural Turquoise is from the Sleeping Beauty mines in Arizona. The Turquoise beads are cute tiny faceted rondelles (3x4mm) and are a beautiful sky blue Turquoise with a few Pyrite inclusions, they are totally natural untreated solid Turquoise pieces.
✩Size (all measurements are approximate)✩
3.5cm (1.4 inches) from top of finding to bottom
Black Obsidian donuts 14mm
Sleeping Beauty Turquoise faceted rondelles 3x4mm
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✩Sleeping Beauty Turquoise✩
Sleeping Beauty Turquoise is so called because it come from the "Sleeping Beauty Turquoise Mine" (Arizona USA, a highly revered location for Turquoise) it got its name because the shape of the the mountains looks like the reclined silhouette of character Sleeping Beauty. Turquoise forms with beautiful matrix veins whereby other minerals have become trapped in the gemstone as it forms such as Pyrite, which appear as patches or veins of grey or black.
✩Turquoise Mythology, Legends, Lore and History✩
*The ancient Egyptians, Native Americans and Tibetans have believed in the special powers of turquoise for centuries. Some believed that turquoise can protect its wearer from harm, whilst others thought that it brought good luck or longevity.
*Today turquoise is believed to offer protection and to be helpful for careers and travel. It is thought to facilitate leadership and clear communication.
*Turquoise is associated with clearing Ajna, or the third eye chakra and Vishuddha, or the throat chakra.
*Turquoise is the traditional birthstone for December and a Zodiac stone for Sagittarians.
*In Feng Shui, turquoise carries water energy.
✩Black Obsidian✩
Black Obsidian is a volcanic glass. On first glances it appears as a rich opaque black, but when held up to a light it has an occasional areas of translucency, showing rich browns or dark greens. Obsidian may also contain patterns of gas bubbles remaining from the lava flow. These bubbles can produce interesting effects such as a golden sheen.
✩Obsidian Mythology, Legends, Lore and History✩
*For fans of Games of Thrones this Obsidian is also know as "Dragon Glass", although I'm not sure how these earrings would help dealing with White Walkers!
*Since ancient times, obsidian has been used in making various tools such as arrowheads, knives, and saws. Today, some of the sharpest medical scalpels in the world or made from it, because of how thinly and smoothly the blade can be sharpened.
*Obsidian is a very strong gem stone of protection, worn by ancient warriors to ensure both protection in battle and also that they maintain their high standards of honour by being honest, sincere and truthful.
*Polished Obsidian was also used to make scrying mirrors for foretelling the future.
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✩Variations/findings✩
The hand forged Sterling Silver ear-wire/hoops are suitable for regular/normal pierced ears, they are made from 0.6mm wire. This will easily fit regular piercings but if you would prefer a slightly thicker 0.8mm ear-wire, please add a note when you buy, I will make and replace this for you at no extra charge.
*If you like this design I could make you something very similar with a non-pierced finding (the non-pierced/clip-on findings would be silver plated).
*These earring hoop finding can be worn through gauged tunnels, I have tried this style of ear-wire trough my own 8mm metal and silicone tunnels, they fit and hang wonderfully.
*I also offer the option of a "Fish Hook" style ear-wire.
Follow the link below to see the alternative ear-wires/findings available:
- International postage includes upgraded insurance, tracking and/or signed for, for your extra protection.
- All items are UV sterilised immediately before wrapping for your safety.
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✩The hand photo✩
Meet Mephisto the measuring hand, he will help show you the rough scale of the jewellery. The hand is exactly the same size as my own hand (I'm an average UK ladies size 7 glove).
✩Sets✩
Please see the other listings in my Sterling Silver Moon Section for a matching necklace.
If no necklace is listed I can make one to your requirements, please message me if you would like me to make one for you
Eco-packaging info
Eco-packaging info
All my packaging is either recyclable, recycled, compostable, made from recycled materials or is reusable.
Jewellery:
- your purchase will come in a stylish black gift box and acid free tissue paper (colour + patterns may vary depending on season/item).
Larger items (larger earrings & some necklaces, dice, bookmarks etc):
- come with a black Fair Trade cotton pouch (unless an alternative pouch is included in the description). Occasionally if an item will not fit in to my standard packing it will come with equally stylish gift wrapping.
Outer packaging will be a sturdy mini corrugated cardboard box. Large items or multi buy orders may come in a larger recycled box.
If you have any special requests for tissue paper colours, please ask.
Shipping & Returns Policies
Shipping & Returns Policies
✩IF YOU ARE NOT 100% DELIGHTED WITH YOUR PURCHASE, YOU MAY RETURN YOUR PURCHASE✩
EU buyer protection laws allows EU residents to return items (I also extend this policy to United Kingdom and worldwide buyers, providing the following conditions are met):
- The buyer must contact the seller within 14 days of receipt of goods.
- The buyer must return the goods within 30 days of receipt of goods.
- The buyer is responsible for paying return shipping costs using a tracked and signed service.
- Upon receipt of the returned goods the seller will issue a refund.
- Refunds cannot be given until the goods are returned in an as new condition.
- International refunds include the cost of the goods but not the initial shipping.
For more detailed shipping and privacy information please see: SHIPPING, REFUNDS & PRIVACY INFORMATION
Jewellery: Alternative Earring findings/fittings
Jewellery: Alternative Earring findings/fittings
- Ear-wire conversions can be made to earrings that are made with a small loop at the top.
- Unless otherwise requested the earrings will be supplied with the ear-wires as shown in the photos
- Ear-wire conversions are not applicable to stud/post earrings
Ear-wires can be replaced (free of charge) with:
- large kidney wires, suitable for wearing though gauged tunnels, or simply if you prefer a longer look for your earrings (this will add approximately 3cm to the overall length).
For a small extra charge, I can replace the current ear-wires with:
- non-pierced/clip-on findings £1.00 extra
- 925 Sterling Silver or Titanium or Niobium ear-wires, in a "fish/shepherds hook" design. £2.00 extra
Please choose the ear findings from the following listing and I will convert you earring:
Jewellery: Materials
Jewellery: Materials
I use a variety of metals in my jewellery designs and will always give a detailed description on each item. Here is an an over view of some the the metals I use:
- Pure Silver, also known as Fine Silver, 99.99% Silver with an allowance for trace elements
- 925 Sterling Silver, 92.5% pure Silver + 7.5% other metals, usually copper
- Silver Plated, 925 Sterling Silver plated/coated onto a base metal core, which can be brass, copper, pewter, iron, zinc alloys, tin, alloys
- 9ct Gold Plated on to 925 Sterling Silver core, also know as Gold Vermeil. I use 9ct Yellow Gold and 9ct Rose Gold Vermeil in some of my designs and also offer optional replacement ear-wires
- Titanium and Niobium optional replacement ear-wires, which are extremely low-allergenic pure medical grade metals
- Tibetan Silver refers to a variety of white non-precious metal alloys used primarily in cast jewellery components, with an appearance similar to aged silver. 'Tibetan Silver' includes copper-tin alloys; zinc alloys; and other alloy compositions, as well as base metals with a Silver plating. It is also known as Nepalese silver, white metal, lead-free pewter or tin alloy. For more detailed information please read my blog article: What is Tibetan Silver
- I also offer a range of other metals such as Bronze, pure Copper, pure Aluminium, Stainless Steel and lead free Pewter in either solid or plated varieties.
Jewellery: Care Instructions
Jewellery: Care Instructions
Jewellery should be the last thing you put on the first thing you take off.
Always avoid getting hair products, perfume or chemicals (chemicals can include household cleaning products, some foods such as Lemons or vinegar)
General Advice:
Any metal be-it Sterling Silver, base metals or plated alloys can become dull or tarnished. As a general rule don't get it wet, if you do, dry and polish with a soft cloth. If it goes dull or tarnished, a gentle polish with a non-abrasive Silver cloth will bring it's lustre back. Gems or beads can be wiped with a slightly damp cloth to restore their original lustre.
Certain precious or semi-precious stone may require special care, I will include the information in the items full description or care leaflet.
For more detailed information please see: Jewellery Care and Info
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Alternative ear finding/fittings available
I can offer a wide range of alternative ear finding to suit your ear type. The earrings will come supplied with the wires/clips as shown on the photos or mentioned in the description unless you ask for an alternative.
So if you don't have pierced ears, have gauged/stretched ears or very sensitive ears I can help you.
Most of my earrings can be converted (the ones with a tiny loop at the top of the beads). As for other designs, you only need to ask and I will see what I can do.
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Postage Costs (Shipping From The United Kingdom)
Shipping Costs
Jewellery:
£2.95 "48 Hour Tracked"
Everything else (dependant on weight):
£2.95/£3.39
Order totals above £150 will be sent "Royal Mail Special Delivery" @ £7.35
International "Tracked Shipping"
Jewellery:
Europe (non EU): £9.50
USA & Canada: £10.60
World: £10.60
Everything else (dependant on weight):
Europe (non EU): from £9.85
USA & Canada: from £11.70
World: from £12.35
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Shop with confidence. Hassle-Free Returns
✩IF YOU ARE NOT 100% DELIGHTED WITH YOUR PURCHASE, YOU MAY RETURN YOUR PURCHASE✩
UK & WORLDWIDE REFUNDS:I always abide by the EU buyer protection laws, which allows European residents to return items for any reason (I also extend this policy to UK and worldwide buyers) provided the following conditions are met:
✩The buyer must contact me/the seller within 14 days of the receipt of the goods.
✩The buyer must return the goods within 30 days of the receipt of the goods (this can be extended for international purchases provided that the item is posted within 21 days of receipt and tracking details are sent to me).
✩The buyer is responsible for paying return shipping costs using a tracked/signed for service.
✩Upon receipt of the returned goods, the seller will issue a refund.
✩Refunds cannot be given until the goods are returned, in good unused condition.
✩UK refunds are for the full price of goods plus initial shipping.
✩Non-EU refunds include the cost of the goods but not the initial shipping.
✩The returns policy does not apply to custom or personalised goods.